Kidnapped

Chapter 9

Richard felt like a bucket of cold water was poured on him. Did she just say – to meet Jason Voorhees? He rubbed hands nervously and pinched the skin on his left palm, just to make sure he wasn't hallucinating.

"Wait... what? Did I hear that right? You want me to meet Jason Voorhees?"

"Yes, you heard it right," Sherry replied calmly. "And there's nothing to be afraid of."

"Nothing to be afraid of? Are you out of your mind? Encountering a merciless killer and not being afraid? He will kill me without thinking twice!"

"No, he will not. He will not touch any of my family members. He knows well what how important the family is, especially after losing his own mother. He has finally found a friend, which is me, and it is like a ray of light for him. And it means he will not allow anything to happen that could upset me in any way, shape or form." Sherry looked at the pan with pieces of fish lying near the fire and smiled. "See this fish I'm frying? While I was exploring the nearby woods for blueberries, he got the fish for me from the lake, so I can eat something. Believe me, Richie, he's not as bad as you might think. Yes, he is a killer, but if he treats me good, what does it matter? He might be killing just random campers who trespass his territory, but for a true friend he would do anything. I'm absolutely sure of that."

Richard scratched his head, thinking about what to say. Hearing that Jason Voorhees was able to do something good, and not just killing, was hardly believable. But, on the other side, if it was so, Sherry would have been dead right in the moment when she met him. Nevertheless, she was still alive and healthy, and even got something to eat. Maybe she was right after all.

"What makes you think that he will agree to meet me?" he asked.

Sherry put a hand on his shoulder and said:

"Don't worry, he will. Just remember one thing – if you want to ask something, ask such questions that can be answered with a "yes" or a "no". It's because Jason is mute."

"I see," Richard finally sighed. "Well, all right. I have nothing to lose anyway. If you insist, I will meet him."

The young woman barely kept herself from jumping like a little child, her eyes were literally shining from joy. But she gave in to her emotions and hugged her brother tightly.

"Thank you so much, Richie. I want you to know that I truly appreciate it and will be eternally grateful. This is really important for me."

"Anything for my little sister," Richard smiled kindly. "But we have to find him then, he might be anywhere now."

"Oh no, we don't have to look for Jason," she smiled. "Actually, he's here now, right behind that tree," she pointed to a large tree with a fat trunk. "He heard every word we talked."

"Oh... well...If so... let's give it a try then."

Not only Richard was surprised, but so was Jason, too. Why did this girl want him to meet her brother. It was pretty enough for him that her brother knew that he treated his sister well, but she seemed to want something more. Jason didn't want her to feel sad or upset, so let it be. He could control himself when it is necessary.

Sherry walked to the tree where Jason was hiding and took him by the hand.

"You can come out now, Jason," she said gently. "I'd like you to meet my brother, he's waiting by the fire. Will you do it for me?"

All Jason could do now is nod.

"Thank you, Jason. Now let's go."

Seeing his sister coming out with Jason Voorhees, Richard widened his eyes in fear and surprise. Holy hell, that's one real monster of a man, - he thought. That scary man instilled true fear in Richard's heart, but, if you think otherwise, having such a hulk on your side was pretty great. He was definitely on Sherry's side, so Richard guessed, the same would be with him. At least, he really hoped so.