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period wore off they clashed terribly. It was quite an intense
relationship and it took its toll on my mother. He broke her spirit
and it took her years to get back on an even keel. Shaking myself I
look up at him defiantly. A small smile plays on his lips and his
eyes burn intently. “I hear you found yourself in a situation
today.”
    My eyes flash and I can't help
but say, “ If you mean being assaulted for no reason by a psychotic
bitch who slammed my face into a mirror, then yes I did find myself
in somewhat of a situation today.” To my surprise he laughs and his
eyes burn brightly. “And how did that make you feel?” I laugh
hollowly. “It made my head hurt.” To my surprise he leans forward
and reaches out grabbing hold of my arm. I can feel his power
flowing through me as he reads me. I can see the excitement in his
eyes and he smiles wickedly. “You may want to deny it all you like
Scarlett but it is here inside you I can feel it. You felt powerful
holding someone else's destiny in your hands. At that moment you
chose whether she lived or died and that felt good. She was
powerless against you and that made you feel more alive than you
have ever felt before. You may not like where you come from or what
you are but you can't ignore it. It is inside you and it is up to
you how you use it.” Releasing my arm he continues to look deeply
into my eyes as he leans back in his chair. “You have great
potential Scarlett, more so than any of your brothers and sisters.
You keep in the shadows and give nothing away. You may not like
this but you are more like me than any of them. I will look forward
to showing you how to harness the energy and use it to your
advantage.” As I look at him I try to remain composed. I don't want
him to see inside my mind. I don't want to be like him in any way
shape or form. It is why I am like the way I am. I am constantly
fighting against myself and I can't let my guard down for a minute.
What happened today was unfortunate. It took me by surprise and I
don't want to let it happen again. I was unprepared for the attack
and should have seen it coming. If anything annoyed me about what
happened it was my own lack of foresight. My father is still
looking at me intently and I feel uncomfortable under his scrutiny.
He laughs saying, “Go on, go and find Luna and she'll find you
something to eat. Oh and send your sisters in will you, it's their
turn now.” Gratefully I make a dash for the door. As I reach it he
says in a sinister voice, “You can fight it all you want Scarlett
but you will never escape it. Just learn to use it and you'll find
it easier.” I don't turn around or react and head outside as
quickly as possible.
    As I head towards the kitchen I
worry about what he said. The last thing I want is to be like him
or my siblings. All I want is a normal happy life away from the
rage and cruelty. The thought of what might lie ahead terrifies me
and there is nobody who I can talk to about it. I would confide in
one of my brothers or sisters but they seem to thrive on it all. I
have never met a meaner bunch and I know that they would use my
weakness against me. My thoughts turn to Drake and Dylan. They are
both so kind and patient with me. If I could I would live with them
both in the bar forever. I have never felt part of anything before
like I do there. It feels safe and comfortable to me and I wish
that I never had to leave.
    I can hear them all even before
I see them. The loud girly squeals of excitement shatter my ear
drums and make me want to smash something. They look up as I enter
and I see the twins grouped around Luna looking at some pictures in
a magazine. Ashley says, “Oh I'm sorry, do we know you?” Savannah
giggles and Luna looks puzzled. “Girls it's your sister Scarlett,
surely you remember her?” They giggle again and I feel annoyed at
them. Luna may be dim but her hearts in the right place. Through
gritted teeth I deliver my message. “You're both