Book One: the Lift

By Christopher Luis Estevez

Mr. Estevez, a divorced dad, who is a full-time math teacher at Angel Grove Elementary School in Lawrence, Massachusetts, and a part-time driver for the APMU (Anime Pick Me Up) Company, finds himself in a world he does not belong to and that will change his life forever. After bumping into a woman at a Dunkin Donut, his day takes off from there. Little did he know, one ride would lead him on a journey with secrets and danger. Mr. Estevez now finds himself in a struggle to make it back to his daughter and somehow, with no training, gets the two passengers' safety to their destination. Can an elementary school teacher really protect them, or will he end up meeting his demise?

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Jan 30, 2023
• ISBN: 9798823000017

Christopher Luis Estevez

Christopher Estevez is a first time author, was born February 12, 1989 in Lawrence, Massachusetts. He is half Dominican and half Native American and a graduate of the University of Massachusetts Lowell.Where he received a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice with a Minor in Mathematics. He is a divorced dad to a wonderful little girl who means the world to him. In school English was not his strongest subject, except when it came to poetry which he would excel in. He grew up falling in love with Anime, Disney, Marvel, and DC Comics. He worked for 15 years for Market Basket, until he left to pursue a new path. He is now a Paraprofessional working on his Teaching License. He is a supporter of Woman and LGBTQ rights. He would always say the best thing that has ever happened to him is his Princess Crystal.

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© 2023 Christopher Luis Estevez. All rights reserved.

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Published by AuthorHouse  01/30/2023

ISBN: 979-8-8230-0002-4 (sc)

ISBN: 979-8-8230-0001-7 (e)

Library of Congress Control Number: 2023901759

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CONTENTS

Acknowledgments

Dedications

The Beginning

Chapter 1Prologue

Chapter 2Angel Grove Elementary

Chapter 3The box

Chapter 4The Protector

Chapter 5Six Flags New England

Chapter 6Flashback

Chapter 7Cousin Trouble?

Chapter 8Journey Begins

Chapter 9The Pursuit

Chapter 10End Pursuit

Chapter 11Life or Death

Chapter 12Megatron

Chapter 13Flight or Fight

Chapter 14Captured Again?

Chapter 15Happy Birthday

Chapter 16The Fight Saw Around the World

Chapter 17Awakening

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

I would first love to thank everyone that has given me positive support during this process. To my parents and my friends, thank you for everything you have done to support me through life. To the staff at Arlington Elementary School working with you has changed me into an even better man, better father, a better friend. To all the children at Arlington Elementary School, thank you for making my time there a blast. Always remember you guys are smarter, braver, stronger and more loved than you give yourselves credit for. Never doubt yourself. If you put your mind to it, you can achieve anything.

I also want to thank all the anime creators in the world, you have given me so much joy through all the anime you have created. I especially want to thank all the anime creators I mention in this book.

1: Masashi Kishimoto the creator of Naruto.

2: Eiichiro Oda the creator of One Piece

3: Reki Kawahara the creator of Sword Art Online

4: kira Toriyama the creator of Dragon Ball Z

5: Yoshiriro Tagashi the creator of Yu Yu Hakashu and Hunter X Hunter

6: Kohei Horikoshi the creator of My Hero Academia

7: Ukyo Kodachi the creator of Boruto: Naruto the Next Generation

8: Rumiko Takahashi the creator of Inyuasha

I also want to thank Disney, Marvel Studios, and DC Comics for everything you inspire in me and many others. I want to further thank Disney for all the songs and movies I make reference to in this book.

Speaking of songs I want to also thank

1: Luke Combs

2: Elton John

3: Bob Carisle

4: Phil Collins

5: Jason Aldien

6: Carrie Underwood

Last but not least I want to thank the Legendary Michael Buffer for granting me permission to use his phrase in the book. He has shaped entertainment over the years. There is not a Boxing match, UFC match, Wrestling main event where you can’t hear his voice in your head.

Also a very special thanks to the team at Experimax, both John Cimeno and David Vidal who without their expertise my laptop would not be running. They are real life savers and typing the manuscript would not be possible without them.

DEDICATIONS

This book is dedicated to the most important person in the entire world for me, my princess Crystal Isabella Estevez. I wrote this book for you princess to try and give you the world and everything you ask for. You are my inspiration, you are my heart and soul. You are an amazing little girl and I am so lucky to have you as a daughter. This book shows you that if you put your mind to it, anything is possible as long as you never give up and keep moving forward. I love you more than I can ever say, words can’t even begin to cover how much love I have for you my princess. Always remember Daddy loves you and will always be with you. You are a part of me and I am a part of you. I love you, my forever princess.

I would also love to dedicate this book to my parents. Thank you for falling in love and giving birth to me and my siblings. Thank you for being there for me in the good times and the bad. Thank you to all my family and friends that make life so wonderful. Thank you to Mrs. Abigail Lane, Mrs. Briana Johnson, Mrs. Tori Corr, Mr. Rafael Vega, Mr. Alex Rock, Kevin Velasquez, Melanie Velasquez, Sam Garbino, Megan Whealan, Mary Rose Saad, Ryan Hybel, Mr. Kyle Virgin, Genithia Hogges, and the rest of the staff at Arlington Elementary School. Thank you everyone for the precious memories and friendships you have given me.

Lastly I would love to dedicate this book to all the students at Arlington Elementary School for showing me how to become an even greater person. Thank you for showing me what it means to teach the youth of America. You are all going places in this world. Never give up.

Always strive to do better. Never doubt yourselves. You are the change the world needs, and you are the greatness the world has yet to witness.

This book is also dedicated to all the people I have loved and now rest in peace.

Walter Lumb Senior

Betty Sawyer

Dana Lavoie Jr

Jose Estevez

Alberto Carabello

Edwin M Velazquez

Lourdres Guzman Velazquez

For all those who past away and influenced my life:

Jason David Frank- Mighty Morphin Power Rangers

Robin Williams

Kevin Conroy

THE BEGINNING

Kah Me Ha ME Haaaaaaaaa, Goku Yelled

Spirit Gunnnnnn Yuskkue Urameshi Screamed.

Rasengannnnnn Naruto shouted as he charged into the battle.

Gum Gum Red Rock Luffy wailed as he took to the sky.

I would love to start the tale with the opening of an anime battle royal, but that’s not how this story is about to begin. I Just felt like getting the story to kick off on an anime note, all the anime fans out there have a question for you. Could you picture the battle going on in your head? That’s good I hope you all enjoy the story that is about to unfold.

CHAPTER 1

PROLOGUE

Special agent Lani began to count again. 1…2…3… Bruno got to his knees stopping the count at three. He began to charge Kirito, who attempted to stop the running bull with an RKO but to no prevail. He was no Randy Orton, and was caught and tossed toward the cage. As he got up Bruno speared Kirito into the cage. Blood came out of his mouth. Bruno laughed and positioned Kirito for another powerbomb. With Kirito’s head between his legs, he began to lift his body, Kirito tried to counter, grabbing a hold of Bruno’s trunks tightly, before headbutting him in the groin. Bruno had no choice but to hold his groin region in pain, releasing his opponent. Kirito attempted to hit another DDT on Bruno but was tossed over his back to the floor.

Bruno walked over to Kirito and grabbed him by the neck to his feet. His opponent tried to swing at him, but could not reach. Bruno switched hands and hoisted Kirito in a chokeslam position, which was quickly released with two straight kicks that hit his knees. Bruno mustered enough to use his own body to ram Kirito into the cage. Bruno shoulder tackled his opponent into the cage once more. Wait a minute, I am getting ahead of myself, let us rewind time and go back to the beginning. We are going way back about 5 years before this transpired and the fate of the United States and the lives of several people were changed forever.

The Sun shone brightly on Alnwick Castle, on Greenwell Road, Alnwick, England. The grass glistened from the fresh morning dew. The birds hummed a sweet melody as if there were a concert performance.

The lake stood calm and clear, a mirror reflecting the sun and clouds. Alnwick Castle was an ancient castle that now houses the Duke of Northumberland. It is the castle of legends and stories. One story you might recognize is the famous one by the author J.K. Rowling. That’s right, the castle is the same castle they used in the Harry Potter franchise.

What a beautiful sight? Right my dear Margarita? Said a tall man with blue jeans and a red Harry Potter shirt.

Honey, you have never ceased to surprise me, even 5 years later. Margarita said, while holding her husband Antonio’s hand, and the hand of her daughter Isabella.

Well, you and Isabella loved Harry Potter so much, and made me a fan of it. I had no choice but to take you to this castle. Antonio said.

Tugging on her dad’s shirt. Daddy, is this really where they filmed Harry Potter? Isabella asked.

Yes, it is, my princess, it really is and really is a marvelous castle. It pales in comparison to the beauty of my princess and my queen though. Antonio said proudly.

You always have a way with words my dear. Margarita said blushing.

Boom! Bang! The sound of thunder came faster than a Bell X –1 jet plane.

Isabella while looking up at the sky I do not see any rain clouds daddy, is it going to start raining?

Rain was not in the forecast, sweetie. Said Margarita.

That is not thunder my dear. Margarita dear, take Isabella and hide in the castle. Antonio said in a worried voice.

What’s wrong Hunnie!? Margarita asked, scared, holding Isabella tightly in her arms.

The day we feared has come upon us, run I will do my best. La Bruha is coming. Antonio said still worried about what was about to happen.

The roar of engines can be heard in the distance more clearly now.

Isabella always remembers that daddy loves you and lives inside you within your heart. All our precious memories are in your locket necklace. Find your aunt, daddy’s sister Asuna, she will keep you and mom safe. Daddy loves you always.

Little did Isabella know these were the last words her dad would physically tell her. Margarita began to run toward the castle with Isabella.

Yelling back, I love you, be safe my love.

Antonio yelled back; I love you too.

Five military HMMWVs were seen in the distance and they were heading toward Antonio extremely fast. Within 5 minutes the military jeeps were circling Antonio like a pack of hungry wolves. The military jeeps slowly came to a halt, as a woman waved from the 1st jeep. Once the jeeps were stopped, a 5ft 4 tall woman stepped out of the vehicle. She had three gold crosses around her neck, she was a fine Mexican woman with a body like the famous singer Shakira. Several soldiers began to leave the jeeps. The first was a mammoth size man, the second was a scrawnier man. Two female soldiers exited after and joined the woman’s side. The other soldiers remained in the jeeps waiting for orders.

Antonio, Antonio, I missed you, the woman with the crosses said sarcastically.

Why are you here Jasmine, I have done everything you asked of me, have I not.

Antonio said with a hint of anger in his voice.

Antonio, what’s with the hostility? You have been an asset to me for several years now. Jasmine said.

Why, why then do I not feel safe Jasmine? Why are you here? Antonio asked her.

Ha Ha Ha, Jasmine laughed, I have grown attached to your family over the years and wanted to spend time with you and them again, especially my god daughter. She is 5 years old right now. It is her birthday next month. Am I wrong.? Where are Margarita and Isabella? Why are they not with you, my old friend? Jasmine asked

Friend, ha la Bruha doesn’t have friends, she has family and people who fear her. You brought Bruno, James, Jessie and Cassidy with you, that is never a good thing. We are not family, but I am begging you. I am on my knees. My family, please leave them alone, they deserve peace, and to be able to enjoy our vacation. I will go with you and do whatever you need, just leave them out of this please. Antonio said, begging Jasmine.

Antonio, Antonio, Antonio, I would never dream of hurting my sweet, innocent, godchild Isabella. Do I look like a monster to you, old friend? Jasmine said, getting into Antonio’s face.

Before Antonio could reply to Jasmine’s question, James the scrawnier soldier hit Antonio in the back of the head, knocking him out. Jasmine waved her hand in the air, with a circling motion.

Search the castle, find Margarita and Isabella, and bring them to me. Jasmine ordered. What about Antonio? Boss, what would you like us to do with him? The two-woman Jessie and Cassidy, had asked.

Jasmine pondered for a moment, with her hand under her chin, stroking it with her fingers. Let’s see, he is a liability to us. Pick him up and put him behind the wheel of one of the jeeps. Jasmine ordered.

Cassidy, Jessie, and James picked up Antonio’s unconscious body, and placed Antonio’s body in the driver’s seat of the fourth jeep, it was the furthest from the castle. Cassidy got into the passenger seat of the car and waited for further orders. Just then a large grunting sound was heard. Bruno, who stood at 6ft 2 inches tall, who looked like a real-life Incredible Hulk, appeared from the castle. He was wearing a gas mask. He was also carrying Margarita on his left shoulder, and Isabella on his right shoulder. Both were unconscious and seemed to be light enough for Bruno to carry with ease. James took off the gas mask on Bruno’s face.

Sorry boss, I had to knock the two of them out the moment they ran. I used a knockout bomb instead of doing anything physically to their boss. I didn’t want to upset you and hurt them. Bruno stated.

Jasmine’s facial expression did not seem to change. She had a pissed off look on her face since Antonio was knocked out.

Excellent work Bruno, now put them in my jeep, carefully Jasmine ordered.

Bruno walked over to Jasmine’s jeep and placed Margita down first in the back seat. He then placed Isabella on top of her mother’s body.

Now we must get ready to leave here. We must tidy up all the loose ends. We cannot let Antonio go free; he can destroy our Familia. Cassidy crashed the jeep into the building. You need to make it look like an accident and a convincing one. Jasmine ordered.

Yes boss. Cassidy yelled

Cassidy used her gun to apply pressure to the gas pedal. She shifted the car into a driving position. From the passenger seat, she turned the wheel of the car with her left hand. Cassidy had the soldier in the back seat steer the wheel after having difficulty. With her right arm and her body, she applied pressure to the gas pedal. She spun the jeep around and headed in the opposite direction of the castle. Once Cassidy was about 200 yards away from the castle, roughly 600 feet away, she headed fast toward the castle. The jeep was going roughly 129 kilometers (about 80.16 mi) per hour.

CRASH! BANG! The jeep hit the building. Antonio’s body was thrown through the window and his head hit the castle wall. Cassidy’s shoulder was crushed in the impact of the Collison. Jessie rushed over to take Cassidy out of the jeep. Jasmine did not seem happy. Glass was shattered everywhere on the hood of the car. Cassidy also suffered scratches from the glass that flew at her. The second soldier flew into the driver’s seat from the back of the car. His head and neck were out over the steering wheel while his body was hanging off the driver’s seat. Jasmine was not pleased.

She grabbed James by the collar and told him to fix this. I want no evidence to remain.

James wasted no time and ran toward the jeep. He and Bruno wiped down the passenger seat and steering wheel.

James get up to the top of the hill and take your bow and arrow with you. Bruno ordered.

Yes sir, James replied as he ran to the third jeep and grabbed a gym bag from the back seat.

He opened the bag and took out a Ten Point Nitro 505 Xero Crossbow with a range-finding Scope. A beautiful hunting bow if I do say so myself. James took out one arrow and wrapped it with a cloth. He then took a bottle with him and headed to the hill that faced the driver’s side of the jeep. Bruno opened the gas tank of the jeep. He took out an army knife and punctured the chamber, so the gas was leaking from the jeep. James readied himself on the hill. He took the bottle out of his pocket and poured it on the cloth.

As he lit the arrowhead, James said See you later Marcus, it was a pleasure serving with you. James waited until the remaining jeeps were out of the way.

Bruno pulled up next to James. He looked on, creating a tense atmosphere. James took a breath and aimed and fired the arrow that traveled as fast as Sonic the hedgehog down the hill. The flame seemed to spiral around the entire arrow. BOOOM. The car exploded upwards as the arrow went straight into the gas chamber. The car was not fully on fire.

"What are you Wille E Coyote and can’t get the kill.’’Bruno said.

James reached for the bag in the back seat and grabbed two more arrows from the bag in the back of the jeep.

You want it on fire? Give me a minute. James said as he placed the bow down.

He noticed that there was a gas can that fell out of the jeep when it crashed onto the floor. He radioed to Jessie.

Jessie, come in. Jessie responded,

What do you want, James? She responded

Can you drive to the jeep and pour the gas can over the jeep? James radioed back.

I’m always cleaning up after you. She responded back.

She turned the jeep she was in around and headed to the crash. She went ahead to pour gas over the inside of the jeep and the little bit that was left on the bodies. Once Jessie drove away from the crash, James readied himself with his bow again. He wrapped each arrow again with cloth and poured more liquid on both arrows. He lit the first arrow and fired. The arrow zoomed toward the jeep. It landed directly on the driver’s door, engulfing the jeep in an immense flame. James readied the second arrow swiftly and calmly he shot the arrow toward Antonio’s body. A direct hit, whoosh, the flame consumed Antonios body and spreaded to Marcus’ body as well. A cloud of black smoke reached over the flames and drifted toward the sky. The sound of sirens could be heard in the distance. Jasmine and her crew drove off at an alarming speed.

Nice shot James, Bruno said.

After about 40 minutes Jasmine and her crew arrived at NewCastle International Airport. Jasmine was the first to leave the jeeps. She took a deep breath as she waved to a white and blue C-37 plane on the runway. The C-37 plane pulls around to get closer to Jasmine and the soldiers. Jasmine pointing toward Bruno,

Take the bodies into the plane, get them fastened in. She ordered Bruno.

James, and Jessie helped place the bodies into seats in the C-37 with seatbelts secured. Jasmine boarded the plane and took her seat. She signaled to the flight attendant to take off to tell the pilot Logan Airport. The flight attendant relayed the message to the pilot. The plane began to take off. It was a 10-hour flight to Logan international airport, in Boston, Massachusetts. Smoke could be seen permeating the air. James saluted toward the direction of the castle.

It was snowing in Boston, Massachusetts. New England has some unpredictable weather at times. There were supposed to be no flights in and out of Logan airport due to the Icy runways. However, one brave pilot in an American airline plane flight 685 was getting ready to pull out of terminal d to head for Orlando international airport in Orlando, Florida. The c-37 tried to land but the runway was Icey. The plane skidded. Crash! Pow! The nose of the c-37 collided with the nose of the American airlines. Glass shattered from the plane.

"Ahhhhhh," margarita woke up before the planes crashed and was covering Isabella.

Isabella was crying hysterically, she noticed her mother bleeding. Glass from the window had punctured the back of her mother’s neck. Margarita used her body to shield her daughter from any harm.

"ISABELLA! Margarita yelled as a waterfall ran down her face. Remember sweetie me and your dad will always be there with you. Inside your heart and your dreams, you will see us. I love you, sweetie. I’m glad you are sa…fe.."

Those were the last words Margarita said to her 5 year old daughter Isabella.

After a few minutes, Jasmine and the other soldiers got out of their seats and walked to the back of the plane and opened the emergency door. The emergency slide deployed. A cold snowy breeze spread to the plane.

Jasmine sat next to Isabella sweetie it’s going to… Jasmine was interrupted

Don’t call me sweetie Mardina, my parents are dead because of you. I hate you. Isabella screamed.

Jasmine remained calm, Isabella, I arrived to save your parents from La Bruja. She replied.

You did? Isabella asked with a sniffled voice, whipping her tears with her arm.

Yes, I got there in time to save your mom and you, but the plane crashed, and I could not save either of your parents. I never wanted you to be alone. I love you, Godchild. Jasmine said with fake tears in her eyes.

But my mom and dad are dead, I want to die with them, she kept screaming.

Bruno walked over and picked up Isabella who was kicking and screaming. Jasmine reached into her pocket and pulled out a syringe and poked the back of Isabella’s neck.

Isabella’s eyes felt heavy, her kicking and screaming slowly dwindled to a calm rest. After a minute, Isabella was asleep.

Take Isabella to my office and I will debrief Asuna over the phone. We are good for the moment; we must keep an eye on her and her aunt to be safe. She ordered.

Bruno followed her orders. Bruno brought Isabella to Jasmine’s office. Jasmine picked up the phone and called Asuna. Ring, Ring,

Hello, boss, did you need something? I am in the middle of a boxing match. There was a brief pause, what’s wrong boss? Asuna asked in a worried voice

Asuna, there was an accident, La Bruha. She killed your brother Antonio. I tried to get there in time, but I was too late. Jasmine said with a sincere tone.

Asuna burst into tears. Crying Is Isabella, ok....? What about Margarita? She asked.

Asuna, I did manage to save them both, but when we were arriving in Boston, the plane crashed. Margarita managed to keep Isabella safe, but it cost her her life. Isabella is safe, she is resting in my office. Jasmine finished saying.

Asuna was hysterical, and there were plenty of reasons for it. No one could blame her; Asuna ran out of the gym still in a cute Black and Pink two-piece elite amateur boxing outfit and no shoes. She ran 2 miles down the street to the British Consulate building that was home to the United States Witness Protection Program. She ran up the fire escape stairs. She made the Flash look slow, the amount of speed she was traveling at, like damn girl you’re not only pretty, you’re athletic as well.

Asuna was a 5 ft 10-inch-tall woman with long purple straight hair that was always in a ponytail, so no one would notice her Rapunzel-like hair that reached her butt in length. She was approximately 130 lbs but a perfect combination of muscle and a little chubbiness. Her hair was a luscious combination of light and dark purple. She wore cute pink and Meryl eyeglasses, that she wouldn’t want anyone to see her in, because she had a tough girl reputation in the office she strived to keep. Isabella is the only one to see Asuna in them. Asuna had the best record of protecting witnesses and getting them to and from any location. She was the senior lead for all cases. Jasmine was her boss and the only one who she took orders from. She was slightly out of breath when she reached Jasmine’s office to find a sleeping Isabella. Asuna cried in Jasmine’s arms and during that time Isabella woke up, and immediately ran to her aunt. They both cried before they knew it an hour passed by in the blink of an eye. Jasmine stood up and offered Asuna and Isabella tissues.

Asuna takes some time off. There is a lot of paperwork to be looked over. You must do a lot to prepare for now that you’re Isabella’s new guardian. That is an order. Jasmine ordered.

"Yes, boss as you wish. Isabella lets me go to my