Fae and Gabby 2: Return of The Walkers

Chapter 3

Granddad, Huey, and Fae were sitting in the kitchen. Huey stared at Fae with an expressionless face, as Granddad began to speak. "So what's been going on with you and Gabby? Have you got a chance to reunite with your daddy?" Fae nodded.

"Yes. When I was twelve or so. It was very significant to say the least..."

"Really?"

Riley and Gabby were leaning near a tree that was beside the Freeman's house. "Yeah, seeing my dad again was unforgettable. I ain't got nothing against Grandmom. It was fun living with her. But real talk, I was happy to be with my dad..."

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Four years ago...

Vincent Walker came out of the passenger's side. He observed the scenery and looked around the environment of Granike, Maryland. Tony Jackson came out of the driver's side, as he laughed. "Yo, my man. Quit your staring. You've been looking like a dumb ass ever since you got out of that prison cell," he stated. Vincent chuckled. "My bad, Tony. I've been in there for so long, I don't even know what the outside looks like," he admitted. "Not to worry, V. Now that you out, you'll get the feel of the real world again," Tony reassured, "Come on. Let's go."

Tony dragged Vincent inside the airport, while Vincent relieved the atmosphere. After a few moments, having a lot of people passing by, Vincent asked, "Um...where did she say they'll be again?" "She said right here near the exit. They probably a little late, that's all."

Suddenly, aside from different conversations around him, he heard a voice he knew all too well. "Dad?" Vincent turned around, seeing the two girls he haven't seen in a long time. "Dad!" Ten year old Gabby ran towards him, full of excitement. Vincent went down to her level and hugged her. He saw twelve year old Fae and Grandmom walking towards them. "I missed you so much, Dad," Gabby whispered. "I missed you, too, Gabriella." Vincent stared at Fae. "And you, too, Faith."

Just as he hugged her, Fae stood there motionless for a moment. After some time, she slowly closed her eyes and hugged him. "Yeah...I missed you, too."

Vincent stood up and looked at Grandmom. "Rachael, thank you for taking care of them when I couldn't get a chance to. I really appreciate it," he said. Grandmom scoffed. "Nigga, please! I didn't do it for you. They're my granddaughters. I gots to take care of my responsibility. Emily would've wanted that." Vincent nodded. "Yeah, she would...you're a great grandmother," he stated. "Your sucking up ain't gon' fix nothing. Now I want them back in Detroit with me next year. If I don't see them, that's your ass," Grandmom instructed.

Vincent nodded. "Don't worry. I'll bring them back to you," he promised. "Mhm, you better! I'll see you girls next time," Grandmom said, hugging Fae and Gabby. "Later, Grandmom!" Gabby said. "Stop smoking," Fae added. Grandmom laughed. "No promises, child. You two be good."

"It was nice seeing you again, Mrs. Smith!" Tony spoke up. "The hell it is. Get a damn haircut, boy," Grandmom said, then walked away to her next flight.

Tony laughed. "Nice lady," he said. Vincent looked at Fae and Gabby. "I'm so glad we're together again, chicas. I promise I'll make up for the seven years. It'll be just us together...as a family."

Gabby hugged him, as Fae nodded, understandingly. They took this time to experience the moment for as long as they can.

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"After that, Gabby and I have been moving to Detroit and Maryland for quite some time, so we can spend time with both of our grandmother and father," Fae explained, as Granddad and Huey listened to her, intently.