The Cousins: 'Cousin Eve' Comes to the Rescue

By Amethyst E. Manual

IN THIS TALE 'THE COUSINS' ARE UNDER TERRIBLE DIABOLICAL ATTACK, ATTACKS THEIR BODYGUARDS CANNOT PROTECT THEM FROM. CHRISTOPHER THOMPSON, ONE OF THE COUSINS, A MYSTIC, WHO CAN COMMUNICATE WITH HIS GUARDIAN ANGEL, HIS ANGEL INFORMS CHRISTOPHER THAT GOD WILL SEND THEM HELP. NOT TO FEAR, GOD WILL SEND THEM HELP. THE HELP COMES IN THE FORM OF A LITTLE LADY IN WHITE, 'COUSIN EVE', ALSO A MYSTIC, WITH VERY POWERFUL GUARDIAN ANGELS, MANY, MANY, MANY POWERFUL ANGELS, THAT COME TO PROTECT AND DEFEND 'THE COUSINS' IN THEIR TIME OF GREAT TRAIL. THIS TALE WILL WARM YOUR HEART WHEN YOU LEARN HOW MUCH THE GUARDIAN ANGELS TRULY WANT TO HLP US. IT IS ALSO HILLARIOUS WHEN YOU READ HOW 'THE COUSINS' AND THEIR BODYGUARDS REACT TO DEMONS JUMPING UP ON WALLS AND DISAPPEARING INTO THIN AIR. A VERY SUPERNATURAL AND AT TIMES FRIGHTENING TALE OF 'THE COUSINS' AND THE LITTLE LADY IN WHITE, TAKING ON LUCIFER AND HIS HOARDES OF DEMONS WITH HER MANY, MANY, MANY POWERFUL ANGELS, WHO ALSO TAKE ON THE BOLLITARI CRIME FAMILY.

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• Publisher: Xlibris US
• Release date: May 29, 2015
• ISBN: 9781503571921

Amethyst E. Manual

Amethyst E. Manual FOR THE PAST FIFTEEN YEARS, AMETHYST E. MANUAL, WRITER, AND CELEBRATED ARTIST AND LITHOGRAPHER, WAS HARD AT WORK WRITING A DELIGHTFUL STORY CALLED 'THE COUSINS'. MOTIVATED BY HER DEVOUT FAITH AND GIFT OF WISDOM AND KNOWLEDGE, AMETHYST NOW TAKES US ON A MYSTICAL JOURNEY IN HER BOOKS CALLED 'THE COUSINS'. THROUGH THESE WRITINGS AMETHYST CHALLENGES US TO RECONSIDER OUR OWN SPIRITUALITY AND DEVELOPED A BETTER RELATIONSHIP WITH OUR OWN GUARDIAN ANGELS, AS SHE HAS GROWN TO DO SINCE AGE 6 WHEN SHE FIRST HAD CONTACT WITH HER OWN GUARDIAN ANGEL AFTER GETTING LOST AS A CHILD., APPEARING TO HER MANY TIMES THROUGHOUT HER LIFE AND SPEAKING TO HER WHENEVER SHE WAS IN GRAVE DANGER OF LOSING HER LIFE. THEY BECAME THE BEST OF FRIENDS. HE'S HER TEACHER, HER SPIRITUAL ADVISOR, HER BROTHER, HER WARRIOR FROM HEAVEN, HER DEFENDER AND PROTECTOR, BUT MOST ESPECIALLY, HER BEST FRIEND. IT'S BECAUSE OF HER RELATIONSHIP WITH HER GUARDIAN ANGEL THAT SHE DECIDED TO WRITE THESE NOVELS. HER HOPES, THOSE WHO READ THESE STORIES WILL BE ENCOURAGED TO DEVELOP A RELATIONSHIP WITH THEIR OWN GUARDIAN ANGEL. ALTHOUGH 'THE COUSINS; IS A WORK OF FICTION, AMETHYST KNOWS FIRST HAND THAT GUARDIAN ANGELS ARE REAL. THEY DO EXIST IN OUR LIVES. THEY WANT VERY MUCH TO BE YOUR BEST FRIEND TOO. SO MANY ARE EXPERIENCING GREAT DESPAIR, LONELINESS, LIVING IN FEAR, FEELING UNLOVED, LIVING WITHOUT A PURPOSE IN LIFE. YOU HAVE A FRIEND BESIDE YOU 24/7. TURN TO HIM FOR HELP DURING THESE TIMES OF WEAKNESS AND TRIAL. GOD GAVE THEM TO US FOR A REASON, TO HELP US. AND THEY WILL.. THE ANGELS ARE PERFECT HEAVENLY BEINGS, AND WITH A SENSE OF HUMOR AS YOU WILL LEARN WHEN YOU READ 'THE COUSINS'. THESE STORIES WILL WARN YOUR HEART AND TICKLE YOUR FUNNY BONE AND AFTERWARDS YOU AND YOUR ANGELS WILL BECOME BEST FRIENDS FOREVER.

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Contents

The Cousins Go Rv’ing

Cousin Eve Comes To The Rescue

The Secret Trunk

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The Cousins Valentine Party

THE COUSINS GO RV’ing

August 20, 1999. Michael! Michael honey, are you okay dear? Miss Livingston asked in her sweet voice.

Huh? Michael said as he awoke stunned. He had fallen asleep again in class. The cousins and his brother Bobby knew Miss Livingston would tell Michael’s Parents. She had warned Michael the last time he fell asleep in class she would tell his Parents. I was just resting my eyes!

All righty, a lie goes into the bad box! Sabo said as he jotted the sin down.

Michael honey, you have a problem, we need to find out what it is. Miss Livingston said sweetly, she went to collect the other test papers.

You’re dead Michael with a capital ‘D’. Bobby whispered comically

3:00 pm. Miss Livingston ended her class and took Michael into Vic’s study to wait for Michael’s father. The young guards were dispersing with the kids as they headed home. Ike and Willie stayed in the Study with Miss Livingston and Michael.

Is everything all right Miss Livingston? Ike asked politely.

May Michael and I be alone when his Dad arrives? Miss Livingston asked politely. Ike’s stomach dropped.

What did he do? You can tell me I’m his bodyguard. Ike said looking at Michael rather sternly.

I’m sorry Ike, this is between Michael and his parents. Could you boys leave us alone. I would appreciate that. He’s upset. Miss Livingston said sweetly. Ike and Willie left the room and went to find Bobby.

Bobby, what happen in there? Ike asked as Bobby took a cola out of the refrigerator.

He fell asleep in class again.

Why didn’t you tell me Bobby! Now she’s going to tell your parents! Ike chided.

I never thought he would fall asleep again, so now you know.

Yeah, and so will Vic and Dotty.

Vic and Dotty will know what? Vic said as he grabbed Ike and lifted him up in the air. What did I tell you about keeping things from me?

Vic I didn’t!! I just found out myself. Bobby didn’t tell you Michael was falling asleep in class. Now Miss Livingston is in your study waiting to talk to you. Ike said. Vic put him down and looked at Bobby.

Why didn’t you tell me he was falling asleep in class? Vic said as he walked towards Bobby.

I never thought he would do it again Dad, honest! Maybe there’s something wrong with him? Bobby defended nervously.

Dotty’s in Houston. If she comes in just tell her to come into the study. Vic said to Ike. Vic went into the study. Ike, Bobby, Chick and Willie stood outside the study door eaves dropping.

Mr. Thompson, I need to speak with you. Miss Livingston said as she stood up. Michael slummed down on the couch.

What did he do now? Vic said as he came and stood in front of Michael.

I think Michael has a problem Mr. Thompson. He may need a physical. Miss Livingston said sweetly. Vic’s mouth dropped. So did Michael’s and the guards.

He’s sick? Ike asked panicked. Denver shook his head.

Why do you think he needs a physical? Vic asked nervously as he grabbed Michael’s arm and felt his pulse.

He fell asleep three times in class. He’s obviously not getting enough sleep.

He goes to bed at 10:00 like all the other kids do, how much sleep does he need?

Are you going to sleep at 10:00 PM Michael? Miss Livingston asked.

Yes Ma’am. Michael answered politely.

Do you get up during the night? Miss Livingston asked sweetly as she sat next to Michael.

Yes Ma’am. Michael started crying.

Miss Livingston, let me talk to him. We’ll continue this talk tomorrow after class. C’mon babe, let’s go to your room. Vic said. The guards all ran into the kitchen with Bobby running after them. Vic escorted Michael to his room. He closed the door and sat on the rocking chair across from Michael’s bed. Michael, what’s wrong? Why are you getting up at night? Vic asked concerned his son was having nightmares. Michael was trembling. Vic was getting scared. Michael, baby what’s wrong! You can tell me Michael, I won’t get mad. Vic said as he sat on the bed and hugged Michael. Are you having nightmares? Vic asked calmly. Michael rested his head on Vic’s massive chest and sobbed.

Blake and I talk on the phone. Michael said wiping his eyes.

Why are you and Blake talking on the phone late at night? Vic continued to ask calmly. Michael started sobbing again. Michael, I won’t get angry. I just need you to tell me the truth, I promise I won’t yell or hit you, just tell me the truth.

He has a calling card. Michael said as he composed himself.

And? Vic asked calmly trying not to get angry.

He has three way calling? Michael continued.

And? Vic asked afraid of the answer Michael would now give him.

He calls these phone sex lines, and I listen, I never speak I swear Dad.

So Blake calls these phone sex lines and he talks to them and you listen is that why you’re up late?

Yeah, but not all the time, just three times. I won’t do it again I swear.

I know son. I know you won’t do it again because you will never have a phone again as long as you live! Vic got up and ripped the phone out of Michael’s wall. He went into Bobby’s room and ripped the phone out of the wall. He went across the hall to Gary and Bill’s old room and ripped the phone out of the wall. Michael was in shock but to afraid to speak. You are grounded for a week. I better not see you out of that room Michael. Ike!!!! Vic hollered. Ike came running to the foot of the stairs. Get up in that room and don’t you dare let him out of your sight ever!!! Vic said sternly. And you mister. I catch you near a phone in this house and you will be sorry!" Vic said to Bobby. Bobby’s mouth dropped. Ike and Willie ran up to Michael’s room. Michael was sobbing on the bed. Ike saw the hole in the wall.

What happen to the phone? Ike asked stunned.

My Dad ripped them all out of the wall, even Bobby’s and the phones in Gary and Bill’s ole room. Ike and Willie were speechless.

Why? Bobby asked annoyed. How am I going to call Janet? How they going to call us?

I don’t know! Michael sobbed.

What did you do mister? Don’t tell me Michael because I will go ballistic if it is what I think it is. Ike scolded.

It is! Bobby said comically. I told you Dad would find out.

You were using the phone at night to call those sex lines? Ike said grabbing Michael by the shirt collar.

Noooo, Blake was, he had those calling cards and he has three way calling, so I just listened. Only three times and I wont do it again.

No you won’t because he probably ripped every phone out of the Valley. Ike scolded.

He wouldn’t do that would he? Willie asked nervously.

Your mother is going to beat you for a week. Ike said as he went to talk to Vic. He headed down the stairs and heard Vic yelling in his study. Ike turned and quickly ran up the stairs back to Michael’s room and slammed and locked the door.

I’m not allowed to have locked doors. Michael said nervously. Ike unlocked it.

Let’s go to confession. Dotty won’t kill you if you went to confession. Ike said as he took Michael out of the room and told him to go to his car. Ike went to tell Vic he was taking Michael to confession before Dotty got home. Vic said to go before she got home.

7:30 PM. Chet was sitting in Michael’s rocking chair while Michael played Nintendo. I am in shock! You of all people! I never would have believe this. Why would you even want to listen to those sluts?

I’m 16 that’s why. What were you doing at 16? Michael asked sarcastically. Chet didn’t answer. You were probably going out with them.

I didn’t know what she was! Chet answered comically. Michael went hysterical laughing. You better not tell anyone. I thought she was a waitress. Then I found out she wasn’t.

Did you guys do anything?

What? I almost threw up! I screamed and ran down the street like a lunatic. I didn’t date another girl until I met Mary Ann. She was a lady! Decent, moral, gorgeous. You better pray Maria’s father doesn’t find out. He won’t let Maria near you with a ten foot pole.

Can’t believe my Mom didn’t whack me. Michael said as he turned off the game. I’m grounded to this room for a whole week. I’m bored already.

School has been open only a week and you’re grounded already.

Hope I can go to my birthday party.

Thank goodness that Hall is finished. Now we just have to walk across the Valley. Can’t wait to see it all decorated.

Yeah. My Mom is going all out as usual…

I hope it’s not 30 songs for the concert?

No, we were to tired last time. My Dad said to cut it in half so we’re only doing 14 songs, which is less then half. We need to be able to enjoy our own party, not just sing and play for everyone else. We spent more of our sixteen party up on the stage singing and playing.

I know, you’re right. You kids should be able to enjoy your own birthdays.

Can’t believe a whole year has passed already. Felt like we just turned 16, now we’re going to be 17. I hope the next year goes even faster. I’m looking forward to turning 18.

I’m not; I hope the year drags out. Who knows if you’ll turn 18? Y2K is around the corner.

Why wouldn’t I turn 18? Michael asked annoyed in tone.

Well, if all computers go down, everything falls apart like Art Dell said. Our enemies will target this Country for total destruction. Kill us in the dark. Chet said matter of factly. Michael got up and went looking for his father. Where you going?

I want last rites before Y2K. Michael said comically. Chet followed Michael into the study. Michael told his Dad everything Chet said. Vic gave Chet a stern look.

Michael, no one knows what will happen after the year 2000. Stop listening to Art Dell okay. He’s not God. Only God knows what will happen, what ever happens was Gods will. He allowed it to happen. We have our own generators and our own refineries so we’ll always have plenty of gas. We’ll be fine in the Valley, as for other Countries trying to wage an attack against us if something bad happens when we’re in the dark as a nation. Yes, they probably would use that opportunity to attack us. Think God doesn’t know that? This Country is a Country that trusts in God. He’ll take care of us. Nothing will happen in 2000.

Can I get last rites on New Years Eve just in case?

Yes, just in case. You mister better stop scaring this kid. He has a night fright tonight, what do you suppose will happen to your ass? Everyone looked at Chet.

He won’t. I’ll stay in the room with him. You better not Michael! Chet said through grit teeth. Vic don’t let him listen to the radio, that Art Dell is brain washing these kids into thinking the whole country will go black."

Dad, it’s a fun show! I don’t believe what he says. You’re right Dad, this country has ‘In God We Trust’ on our money and it’s our Countries motto, plus it’s on state buildings, God will take care of us. Night Dad. Michael kissed his Dad goodnight. Night guys. Michael went back to his room quickly before his Dad could tell him not to listen to Art Dell. Chet followed him.

You’re not allowed to dream ever! Chet said comically. Michael laughed.

Bobby was waiting for Michael in his room. He was mad. Uh oh. Chet said seeing the angry look on Bobby’s face. You ruined our lives Michael! Now we have to talk to our girlfriends in the kitchen with the guards and servants listening to us. Bobby snapped angrily.

Hey, watch the tone! Jack said sternly. He’s really mad Michael, this isn’t fair. Bobby should be allowed to have a phone in his room. Jack defended.

I didn’t tell my Dad to rip all the phones off the wall. Michael said annoyed in tone.

The girls are mad at you! They all know, which means Maria knows. Bobby said as he left Michael’s room. Jack followed Bobby to his room. Michael’s eyes began to tear.

She’ll never talk to me again? Michael said sadly.

I’ll talk to her. Chet said sweetly.

Chet, can I use your cell phone please? Michael pleaded pitifully. Chet handed it to him so he could call Maria. Michael went into Gary’s room for privacy. Chet felt bad for him and hoped Maria wouldn’t break off with him. An hour later Michael came back into his bedroom.

She still your girlfriend? Chet asked nervously.

Yeah, until her parents find out what I did. She said they would stop her from seeing me if they find out. I’ll kill myself if I lose Maria. Michael began to sob.

That’s a mortal sin you know. Sabo is in here, you just made him cry too. You commit suicide you go to hell head first. That’s like murder. Stop being ridiculous. Can’t kill yourself over a girl. Michael you’re only 16! You’re going to meet a lot of girls, what if someone else comes along and you start having feelings for her. What are you going to tell Maria? I don’t want to go out with you anymore?

I love Maria. She’s a good girl, like MaryAnn, decent, polite, soft spoken, the voice of an angel. Great bod. Michael said looking at Chet. MaryAnn has a great body too Chet, don’t tell me that didn’t count.

It did then, but not anymore. Yeah, I was attracted to her physical appearance, but I was also attracted to that so-called waitress figure, then I find out she’s a phone sex star trying to rape me in the street. Can’t judge a future wife according to the shape of her body Michael. Will she be a good mother to your children? A good wife? Teach your kids morals and to be decent respectful people? Or will she tell her kids, don’t pay any attention to Daddy, he’s a nut, go have sex with whom ever you want, that’s what I did.

I’d shoot her if she told my kids I was a nut. Michael said as he stopped crying.

I married MaryAnn not because she’s gorgeous but because I knew she would be a good mother and that was more important to me then her being a gorgeous wife. That’s why you have to get to know the girl before you marry her.

Maria is just like you said.

I know, that’s why her parents may get upset because of what you did. They may think you’ll try to take advantage of their daughter. Think I would want someone who spends hours on the phone with sex queens dating my daughter, to turn her into some slut to fulfill his own fantasies?

I would never do that to Maria! Michael snapped.

I know that Michael, but do her parents? Chet said seriously as he paced the floor in Michael’s room. Maybe your Dad should talk to her Dad.

No he doesn’t know anything. Michael said in a frighten tone as he stood up.

If he finds out, and tells Maria she can’t see you anymore. You will have to respect his decision as a Father. What if Johnny were doing that? Would you want him dating Julia?

No way! Michael said sadly.

So you will have to take whatever happens as a lesson to never do anything that will someday be thrown in your face by future in laws.

If I lose Maria, I will never date another girl again. I mean it Chet. Because what if their parents keep doing this to me. I wouldn’t be able to take all those rejections Chet. I would end up a nut. Michael said sadly. Chet felt really bad and hugged Michael.

David and Jack and Marie were seated in the study. The guards were all eaves dropping outside the study door. David, I won’t get mad, just tell us the truth. Have you ever called a phone sex line?

No way! Beaumont is with me. Chris said he writes down all the bad things we do. Jack looked at Marie. Mom did you confess hitting Dad, Trevor and Tulsa? David asked nervously.

Yes I did. So that means those offenses were wiped off the record. Marie said comically.

That doesn’t mean you can hit me again Marie. And that doesn’t mean you can call those sex lines.

Dad I would throw up! Listen to those pigs. They’re probably demons in human bodies. Why would any guy turn to woman like that? Would they want their daughter to be that way? Their mother? Sister? Grandmother? What if those women are 70 years old? How gross. Don’t worry Dad, that’s one thing I would never ever do. David said sincerely.

We raised him good! Jack said proudly.

I want someone like Mom, that’s why I like Katie. She reminds me of Mom. David said sweetly.

Aww, is he the sweetest child?" Beaumont said proudly.

You can go to bed now honey. Marie said as she kissed David on the forehead. The guards all ran to the kitchen."

I am so proud of that boy! Trent said as he took a cola out of the refrigerator. Love that kid. I hope I have a son like him someday. Minus the throwing up problems. Trent said comically.

Did you ever use those call girls? Frank asked Trent.

With my mother?!! She’s worse then Marie. I would have two black eyes and a broken nose, no teeth, ears pulled off along with another body part. Trent said comically. The guards laughed. Forget it. My Mom’s not as religious as Trevor’s mom. She wouldn’t beat Trevor to death, my Mother would. Trent was cut short by Barry.

Julia’s a sweetheart. Barry said with a chuckle.

Yes, when she’s in a good mood and happy. Don’t make her mad! Even my Dad runs from her, and so does Phil and he’s 6ft 8 and over 400 pounds. She’s like a maniac when she’s mad. She spanked my sisters because she found condoms their teacher gave them to show them how to protect themselves, IF!! they wanted to mess around. My Mom found them and thought they were sexually active. She beat the crap out of them, then went to school and beat up the teacher, she almost got arrested. Think I was going to be caught using her phone to call sex lines? She’d beat me all over Texas.

She beat up the teacher? Frank asked laughing.

Yeah. I was embarrassed to go to school. Ike, Trevor and Sal fought everyone who made fun of me and my Mother. Then we all got suspended for fighting.

What did she say when you got suspended? Barry asked.

She felt bad because Sherry, Jeanne and Maria called her upset that their sons were suspended. So she went to the school and apologized to the teacher and blamed herself for the kids getting suspended. We were back in school the next day. She promised me she would never beat up a teacher again unless they gave me a condom, then she would shoot them. Trent said shaking his head.

Wow, can’t believe she beat up a teacher. Barry said with a laugh.

So think I would do anything to upset my mother? Trent said comically. She beat the hell outta me at the kids party because I put her and my Dad in harms way by not telling them a tornado was coming. Whacked me with her shoe, thing hurt like hell. Good thing they were flats. If they would have been heels I’m would have died. Trent said comically. The guards laughed.

Yeah I saw her hit you; that was funny. Frank said. She pulled your hair also.

Tell me about it. I’m surprised I’m not bald. Trent said seriously as he sat down.

Ike what’s wrong babe? Sandra said as he noticed Ike with a rather sad countenance.

I took Michael to confession today; Father Bob had a talk with me about Michael.

What did he tell you?

Its private honey, but it upset me.

He didn’t actually have sex with some porno phone queen?

No, but he’s worried about Michael, and now I am. Anything happens to that boy Honey; I wouldn’t be able to handle it. He’s like a brother. Ike said staring out the window of their bedroom.

God will take care of Michael honey. He sees all the help the Thompson’s do for the poor and homeless, he will take of them.

Father Bob said God won’t help him if he’s in the state of mortal sin, the angels may not be able to help him if he commits a grave sin.

Well you’re his bodyguard Ike, make sure he doesn’t! Vic will kill you not Michael. You watch him every minute he’s in your care. Sandra chided. Don’t you dare get fired! Leaving me a widow to raise our children alone?

You’re pregnant? Ike asked shocked.

No, you’re not ready to be a father.

What?

Ike, until you are completely cures of these night frights, no kids! Think I want my children seeing their father acting like that?

I’ll go to a doctor. Vic said he would get me someone. I’ll be a good father Sandra.

I know honey, but you scare me when you get that way, imagine little Iky seeing you like that.

Iky? Can’t call the kid that. Ike is a nickname. He’ll be Michael; unless it’s a girl then we can call her Michelle.

And what am I? What’s wrong with Sandra Jr?

Can’t call a girl a Jr. But if you want to call her Sandra that’s Okay.

Just make sure you’re okay soon. Sandra said as she kissed her husband. Real soon! How soon can Vic get you to see a doctor?

Why? Are you pregnant Sandra? You better tell me.

We still have sex don’t we?

Yeah!

Well, when I’m pregnant; I won’t until the baby is born. Ike’s eyes widen with shock. Don’t look at me that way Ike. I won’t feel comfortable having sex with a baby inside.

Yeah, me neither, can you have a premature baby? Ike asked seriously.

What? Don’t be stupid. You just have to do without for 8 months. No wait, 11 months.

Why 11 months?

Because it’s painful for a woman after childbirth, what me screaming like a lunatic so you can have pleasure.

After doing without for nine months yes! Ike said seriously.

Jake and Lilly had Ronnie in their bedroom. Ronnie was sitting on his parent’s bed. Lilly was sitting next to him. Jake was standing in front of him. Ronnie. I want the truth; we won’t yell or get mad so long as you tell us the truth. Did you ever call a phone sex line?

What? They charge like 10 dollars a minute. To talk to some slut who’s probably a demon in a human body. I’d make her pay me to talk to me. Dad, what kind of a son do you think you raised. Michael wouldn’t have done that on his own. Blake talked him into it. Think I would do that? With your phone? To have some ugly 70 year old woman talking dirty on the phone? Those sex lines are for people who are sexually disturbed. They’re raised there whole life with sex being thrown in their faces as kids. Parents with no scruples. Siblings with no shame, many mothers having men come into their homes right in front of their kids. So they’re raised in a sexually deviant environment and they think it’s perfectly okay. So what if my son does this. He’s a normal teenager. Blake was not raised in a religious home. His mother is very liberal, so is his Dad and older brother. He’s out there jumping woman every chance he gets. He’s the one who got the phone card for Blake. His brother calls these people all the time. I feel sorry for him. He wasn’t raised right. His Dad thinks it’s funny! He probably calls them too. So what do you expect from Blake? You shouldn’t invite Blake’s family to the parties; his Dad said some rather crude things about Aunt Lauren. Don’t tell Uncle Sean, he’ll shoot the guy. I hope Johnny doesn’t call those woman, he does he better not get within 100 miles of my sister. Ronnie said seriously. Have a talk with him too Dad."

Yes, I will. Jake said as he lifted Ronnie up and hugged him. I’m so proud of you Ronnie. Betty is very lucky to have you in her life. Lilly stood up and hugged her son.

I’m proud of you too sweetheart. You’re a good son and a good brother and you’ll be a good husband and father some day.

That’s because of the both of you! Ronnie said sincerely.

Sean and Lauren were in Antonio’s room. I know what you’re going to ask me, and the answer is no. I did try once, but Justin caught me and he whipped my butt and gave me a two hour lecture. So I will never do it again. I’ll jump out that window before I will sit through another two hour lecture from Justin. He gave me nightmares. Telling me the woman on those phones are 400 pound ugly woman naked, woman who haven’t bathed in six years. Rats in their hair, body lice. Then he told me about crabs. My wife better bathe six times a day otherwise I will not touch her. I’m not getting crabs and body lice. So don’t worry. I will not call those people. Justin should get a raise. But I may be psychologically damaged from his lecture and I may never get married and have kids. Antonio said comically. Sean and Lauren were hysterical. I’m serious. Why didn’t you tell me about people getting crabs from dirty woman? Then he told me about herpes and the boils. Who wants to have sex now? Lisa better take a bath in Lysol on our honeymoon otherwise we sleep in separate hotels. Sean had to sit down he was laughing so hard. You laugh! Want me covered in boils? Your little bambino looking like something out of a Twilight Zone movie. What if my kids get those boils on them? I hope you two bathe often? Lauren was lying on the bed in hysterics. Better not laugh! I see one boil on Lisa and she’s banned from the Valley.

Trevor and Dana were watching TV together in their bedroom. Honey, we should stock up on can food and bottled water. Batteries, generators! We need our own generators.

Dana, Vic will not allow anyone of us to be in the dark. We will probably move into the Valley like we did last time. So we’ll have food and water and electricity. Will our parents? That’s the problem. Vic can’t take in all our families. I have a big family. I already spoke with my parents and bothers and sisters, they all laughed at me and said I should stop listening to the kids, that absolutely nothing will happen during Y2K.

I know, my family laughed at me too. But I will feel bad if we’re all okay with food and water and my family is in the dark, crying, starving.

I’ll feel bad too but Vic and Dotty and the brothers wouldn’t let out families suffer. But maybe nothing will happen. Vic doesn’t believe anything will happen either. Said God would take care of us. So we have to have the same faith babe.

So Ike is bedroom bound for a week with Michael?

Yeah, can’t believe that kid did that. Dotty didn’t get mad because Michael went to confession. Ike looked upset when they came back from confession. David was over playing Nintendo with Bobby. So I was there when they came back. Ike looked funny, real sad. Michael was his bubbly self, but not Ike.

Did you ask him why he felt so sad?

He said it was between him and Father Bob, he couldn’t discuss it. Then went up to stay with Michael. They can’t even eat at the table. Michael has to eat in his room with no dessert.

He probably went to confession. You’re not suppose to discuss your confession. Dana said as she cuddled up next to her husband. Trevor stared off wondering what Ike confessed. Hoping he wasn’t using those sex lines.

August 21, 1999. 2:30 PM. The day guards were in Vic’s study waiting for the kids to finish school. Ike was sleeping on the couch. Vic was working on his computer. Trevor was playing pool with Sal, Pete, Peter and Allen. Willie, Chick and Val were playing poker. Ike had a nightmare and screamed. Leave him alone!! Don’t hurt him!! You demon!! Leave him alone!! Ike screamed and cried. Vic got up and slapped Ike on the face gently to awaken him. Ike opened his eyes and looked at everyone who was standing around Vic. You had a nightmare! You okay? Vic asked softly.

Yeah, I’m fine! Ike began to sob.

Take a walk all of you! Vic said as he sat beside Ike on the couch. Ike was still sobbing, holding his hands close to his face. All right babe, calm down. I’m going to contact a doctor to see if we can get rid of these nightmares. Why did you say ‘You demon leave him alone?’ What were you dreaming about? Vic asked softly.

Father Bob told me not to tell anyone. Ike cried. Vic’s eyes widen with shock.

Father Bob told you not to tell me something? Vic said trying to remain calm.

Call him, tell him to tell you what he told me. I can’t live with this Vic. I can’t! Ike cried as he went into the bathroom. Vic called Father Bob and told him about Ike’s hysteria and dream. Father Bob told Vic what he told Ike. Vic’s mouth dropped, his eyes welled up with tears.

I thought the angels protect them? Vic asked frightened. Ike came out of the bathroom and saw Vic face and the tears falling from his eyes. He went back into the bathroom and sobbed.

Will you stop pushing me? Chick said to Trevor.

I can’t hear anything; why aren’t they talking? Trevor said as he tried to place his ear up to the door.

You guys better pray Dotty doesn’t walk in here she’ll get the hair brush. You know the house rules about not eaves dropping. Peter said as he walked over and flopped on the couch.

He said you demon don’t hurt him. He was dreaming about a demon hurting Michael. Sal said as he paced the parlor. The guards all walked over to Sal.

He’s right. He said ‘Don’t hurt him. He meant Michael! That’s why he was crying. But why would he think a demon would hurt Michael? Trevor asked as he rubbed his chin.

Maybe it was a big roach with horns, trying to eat Michael. Pete said seriously. He has that phobia about roaches.

He’s right. Most of his nightmares are about roaches. Val said seriously. Poor kid, I hope he doesn’t like go insane over these nightmares. Val said worried Ike would end up in some psycho ward.

No, it has something to do with what Father Bob said to him yesterday. He told me he couldn’t discuss it. Trevor said looking up at Val.

Uh oh! Maybe the place is haunted. Maybe it’s Uncle Charlie. He’s here and is going to kill Michael? We need an exorcist! Chick said seriously as he looked around. The guards all began looking around for the ghost of Charlie.

We need holy water! Trevor, go see if Dotty has holy water. Val said nervously.

"You go! You’re her day guard.

Vic asked Ike to come out of the bathroom. Ike came out and hugged Vic. I will never let anyone hurt Michael or Chris Ike.

Father Bob said the demons could target Michael if he falls into mortal sin. If Miss Livingston wouldn’t have caught him sleeping in class, we never would have known he was talking on the phone with these sex fiends.

Michael knows now that the demons will target him to try to get him to hurt Chris. Michael loves Chris. He would never do anything to hurt his cousin. We have to have faith in Michael. He’s a good boy. He promised me he wouldn’t do that again. So we have to trust him. You need to calm down. God will help us. Alexander is here. He said God would send us help. I believe he will. So you need to calm yourself down. The guards are probably eaves dropping by the door wondering why you had that dream.

I don’t want them to know. Allen may say something to Al.

We keep this between us. You have to make sure that no one goes near Michael to hurt him or make him fall into sin. So long as Michael is in the state of grace, his angels will protect him.

I will Vic, I promise! Ike said wiping his tear stains face.

6:10 PM. Chet was having dinner with Michael in his room. Wanda brought up the food by way of the servants elevator on a serving cart. Michael had a small round table with two chairs in his room that was now being used for them to eat on. They were served chicken soup with bow ties. They would have to help themselves to the other courses which were garden salad, turkey breast, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn, cranberry sauce and buttered croissants. No dessert. Chet would have to come down for dessert.

Well, at least they’re not giving you bread and water! This is a feast!

I’m punished not excommunicated from the family. You know house rules; we have to have something from every food group. Michael said as he crumbled crackers over his soup.

When I was punished. I was sent to bed without dinner. Chet said seriously as he butted his croissant.

That’s child abuse! Michael said with a cranky face.

I told my mother that and she hit me with the wooden spoon. Chet said with a laugh. Now I was hungry with a sore butt.

So you starved until breakfast?

No, my brother would sneak me in three Arby’s. Which I had to eat in front of the open window so my mother wouldn’t smell it.

Now that’s a brother! Did he get you french fries?

Yeah and a soda and apple pie.

Which brother?

Gene. He would sneak it to me from outside the bedroom window. He was married then. So I would call him and say I was starving to death. He would buy me the stuff and sneak it to me from my window. Sometimes he got me Kentucky fried chicken with mashed potatoes and corn and cole slaw and biscuits. When he got me the chicken he would stop at the bakery and get me two jelly donuts also.

Wow! He really loves you.

Yeah, my brothers are great guys, so are my sisters. But they were much older then I and they would say to my Mom. ‘Good, send him to bed without supper!!’ They probably do that to their kids. They were never sent to bed without supper, but my brothers were, so they knew how it felt to go to bed hungry. That’s why Gene always came to the rescue. I wasn’t given a feast like this.

Wanda made black forest cake for dessert, which is my very favorite. Michael said looking at his dish, then up at Chet with puppy dog eyes.

I’ll sneak you one up later after your parents go to bed. There is always cake left over. Wanda makes three of them each time. So I’ll sneak you one up.

He better not! The boy’s being punished! Sumatra said with his arms crossed over his chest.

Michael gets a bad mark too because he’s asking Chet to disobey his father. So they both get a strike against them. Sabo said shaking his head.

10:30 PM. Everyone was bedded down. Chet snuck down and looked for some of the Black Forrest Cake. He cut himself two slices for him and Michael. He took the servants elevator up so no one would see him bringing the cake to Michael’s room. Michael opened the door and saw the two large slices of cake.

You’re the greatest! Michael said as he began to eat the cake. Wanda makes the best whip cream in the world. Michael said as he groaned. This is so awesome!

This is awesome! My Mom makes this but it doesn’t taste this good.

It’s the whip cream. Wanda makes the German style whipped cream.

Hmm, I have to get. What’s the matter? Chet asked seeing Michael’s eyes widen. Chet was afraid to turn around.

I only ate half of it! Michael said nervously.

Finish it, you mister get down stairs to my study! Vic said sternly as he lifted Chet up off the chair. Michael was afraid to finish the cake. Vic sat on the rocking chair watching Michael eat. I want to talk to you Michael.

What? Michael asked as he took a forkful of cake.

Father Bob told me what he told you.

Dad, it will never happen because I would slit my wrists before I would hurt Chris ever. I love him like a brother. I don’t look at my cousins as cousins. We’re brothers and Julia is like my sister. We’re together all the time. I could never hurt anyone of them. Think I would hurt Chris with Alexander standing there? What do I look like Lucifer? I’m sorry I did what I did Dad, I won’t do it again, but Father Bob got a bit carried away saying the demons were after me to get me to hurt Chris because I listened to some pig on the phone. I know I have to stay in the state of sanctifying grace.

Didn’t I say you were being punished and couldn’t have dessert?

Yes Sir! Michael answered worried in was in for a beating.

Do you think you committed a sin disobeying me?

Sin? Having dessert is a sin?

No, disobeying your Father! Vic said seriously.

Oh, I’ll confess tomorrow morning, oh wait. I have school. I’ll confess Saturday afternoon.

Chet disobeyed me also didn’t he?

Dad he felt bad for me!

Why? You had a wonderful turkey dinner! Were you starving? Denied dinner and sent to bed hungry?

No Sir! Michael said putting his cake down.

Get into that bed! You have your meals alone for the rest of the week. Vic said as he went to deal with Chet. Ben and Craig were standing in front of Chet while Jack tried to hold Vic back.

Vic, Chet is psychologically disturbed because he was denied dinner many times as a punishment and sent to bed with hunger pains. He felt bad for Michael. Have mercy! Jack said comically.

You, you and you out!!!! Vic scolded. Ben, Craig and Jack left the room. I want the three of you in the kitchen. I better not catch any of you eaves dropping. Vic said sternly. Chet’s mouth dropped. Jack’s eyes widen as he looked at Chet. The guards headed quickly to the kitchen. Vic walked after Chet who was running around the conference table. Get over here!!

Vic, I felt sorry for him. My brother always helped me when I was sent to bed hungry. Parents shouldn’t be allowed to do that to kids.

I sent him up a feast! For the both of you! How many kids who are punished get a three course meal for dinner?

He gave me those pitiful puppy eyes! My heart was breaking.

I don’t want you disobeying me infront of the kids! Vic said angrily.

Eve said anger was a sin Vic! Chet said with a shrug.

You are grounded to this study for the rest for the night. You are not allowed to stay with Michael in his room. He’s up there by himself. You ever disobey me because of Michael’s puppy eyes and I will fire you!! Is that understood young man!

Yes Sir! Chet said respectfully.

Puppy dog eyes! Vic said as he left the room. Chet sighed. Jack, Ben and Craig came in the room.

Were you adopted? Jack asked comically as he sat at the card table.

I thought he was adopted in Vegas? Ben asked as he sat down to play cards.

I was, still have night frights over that beating Dotty gave me Chet said comically. Ben and Craig shook there heads and sat down to play cards.

4:10 AM. The phone rang. Chet and the guards heard the phone and wondered who was calling at this hour. Someone must have died! Jack said looking at the phone.

Who’s calling at this hour? Dotty asked nervously. Vic answered the phone.

Hello?

Who is it?

God Bless You Frank. I won’t forget this! Vic got out of bed and got his gun.

Vic!! Dotty yelled when she saw Vic quickly changing into his jeans and shirt.

"Dotty, you stay right here! Vic called Craig on his cell and told him what Frank Bollatari said. He was to get up to his room. He ordered Jack and Chet to get the boys and keep them in Michael’s room.

I want to be with my sons! Dotty said as he put on her robe. Okay, come with me. Vic said as he quickly headed for Michael’s room. Bobby was quickly ushered into Michael’s room.

What happen? Bobby asked nervously. Michael awoke and saw everyone in his room.

Why is everyone in here? Are the Bollatari’s in the Valley?

"Yes, they got two more snipers in. Vic called the Houston Police and asked them to come quietly. Chet took one window. Jack took the other in Michael’s bedroom, Craig covered the door. Ben and Vic went downstairs. Vic called his brothers and told them to keep the kids down and away from the windows. That the police were on their way. Chet saw one of them and opened Michael’s window and yelled for the guy to stop. He shot up at the window. Chet shot and killed one of the snipers.