The group dynamic would be like so weird when Jake would officially be there as well.
Like I imagine Jake and Dan hating each other but secretly respect each other. But no one of them would EVER admit that. And I imagine it like, if they two were suddenly laughing about the same joke and they would realize the other one is laughing, both would stop immediately and act like that didn't happen. And Dan would most definitely give Jake a glare.
And Thomas. Oh god, imagine Thomas around Jake after knowing Jake is Hannah's brother. Like we all know Thomas is, more or less, secretly afraid of Jake but acts tough. And especially the first meetings with all of them, Thomas would constantly be sweating, fumbling with words, drop things and keep glancing at Jake to see if he moved.
And Jake would stare at Thomas from time to time. Not even intentionally. He would just do it. Like X-ray vision style. And he wouldn't even blink. And MC would have to keep nudging Jake like 'You're doing it again' and Jake would immediately stop.
Jessy would probably giggle about it always and keep wriggling her eyebrows at MC. Lilly were the most proud sister on each, very clingy. Always smiling with teeth like 'THAT'S MY BROTHER YOU ALL LOOK THAT'S MY BROTHER'
Hannah would fondly roll her eyes. And Dan would once again never admit it but is always amused by how nervous Thomas is around Jake.
And every time Phil would be there as well, trying to talk to MC. Jake would suddenly appear right next to him, blank face, and would just suddenly spell Phil's password. The calmest threat the world has ever seen. And Phil would at first play it off all macho but with the time he would watch his back around Jake.
A theory about Adam, Sophia, Billy Blake and the cassette tape which actually makes sense!
"There was that cassette thing, back when we could still listen to it. And that’s probably where we heard Adam and Sophia. And supposedly Billy disappeared around the same time as Sophia. Adam hadn’t disappeared yet, but what if they did something to Billy? I’m not saying they did something to him on purpose. Something that made them think Billy was dead. The first video call when Adam called us, he said, “I know this is totally impossible, but I saw him.” I think he was talking about Billy. And then there’s the fact that Adam and Sophia disappeared at the same time. They were both scared. And I agree with you that the stranger is Billy. He was there in the woods too. And he said we don’t know what Adam did. At least that’s how I remember him saying it."
I read this on reddit, Gosh, this theory totally makes sense. I have been wondering about the timelines when Billy ran to the woods. & Sophia disappearing. and now Billy must be threatening them and that's why they are scared now. He is back for revenge, probably. it makes sense why Sophia was back in redlog after all these years. Moonvale's theme mentions that someone has set a trap for MC, that's what it must be about. Billy isn't alone and the group traps people for something, and this time they are using Sophia and Adam to trap MC, which seems planned and calculated. I belive the unknown isn't Billy Blake. And Sophia must have called that number from cafe to ask for help to unknown.
Notice how in Duskwood it's Jake convincing MC to stay and find Hannah despite their doubts. Jake has his emotional motives of course, it's his half-sister, but he also has valid points not to trust the police and yet at the point I was still hesitant, I thought we were going too far and I really feel like that's how MC really felt, somehow trapped in the situation. And now, back in Moonvale, especially on episode 3, we're the ones convincing them to stay, to find their own friend despite all doubts, because in the end the truth will hurt but it's what must be done and the police is completely oblivious to really care. I just thought that was an amazing arc for MC, to actually have learned and be kind of traumatized by the experience but still so strong they continue to help others and keep forward, determined to find the truth and reconnect with Duskwood and Jake again.
Synopsis: Jake's perusers are after him again, while he tries to escape, he ends up in an unexpected situation. (Jake's POV) ( This was wayyyyyy before Moonvale)
Warnings: None. Maybe a small punch XD
A/n: Well, this aged well. Been a long time, I have no idea what's going on. Literally, I do not know anything, but this has been stuck in my drafts for a long time. And I thought why not? I have also heavily edited this because my writing style has changed a bit since the last time I have written. So... hope you enjoy.
A hint of blue and red lights flashed through the roads, reflecting on the glass windows beside the empty alley that Jake was currently hiding in. He silently stepped back, shoulders brushing the brick wall as he hid behind the metal pole.
This was a bad idea.
Cars rolled onto every street, men in typical dusty old police uniforms that had seen better days, were closely monitoring the area.
Obviously, of course this was a bad idea!
They'd find him here any minute. And clearly, he already knew how this would end. Empty rooms with a flickering lightbulb and interrogations that officers begrudgingly did despite being annoyed at the immense paperwork it had. Or it would go the other way, simpler and easier, basically, load and fire, though that would get them double the paperwork.
Countless footsteps were heard across the street; Jake did not dare to take a look from where he was hiding in the shadows.
This alley would be next.
Jake had one advantage; they did not know what he looked like and the exact alley he was in. If they did, he'd already be dead or well, captured. But even with the advantage, he had no idea how he was going to escape with this situation.
Guilt swarmed him when he thought of the last conversation he had, it was two months back when Jake had to stop contacting MC and the entire group. At least Hannah was safe, but his thoughts were going towards the person who had supported and helped him throughout this journey. A bit recklessly if he might add.
His stomach churned, a bead of sweat dropped down the side of his eyebrow. He was a second away from stepping out and surrendering himself, wanting to put an end to this burden that he'd been carrying.
But then his phone vibrated, he stilled and glanced at it quickly through the notifications.
MC : Need some help?
Before his mind could even register what she meant, a hand pulled him back, Jake almost fell down on the ground if whoever it was, had not caught him and held their hand on his mouth. Another hand right under his neck, pressing hard enough to make it hard to breathe.
They got me.
No.
I haven't even apologized to MC yet.
Apologize? You haven't even thanked her properly yet!
And you're going to die soon.
MC is going to kill you themselves when they find out you died.
The person's breath near Jake's ear, goosebumps rose near his neck, heartbeat rising enough to make him lose his footing. Shoving down his panic, his hand slipped into the pockets of his pants, he tried to get his pocketknife, enough to buy him some time.
"Calm down, hacker boy." The person muttered, annoyance creeping into their tone. Jake knew as soon as he heard the words that it was none other than the guy who irritated him the most at some point with that ridiculous name.
"Just walk and we're gonna save your ass, alright?" Dan said before pulling him back without actually waiting for the muffled reply that Jake was giving.
Within a minute, Jake turned and saw the brief outline of Dan, clearly wearing black attire in order to stay hidden. A low screeching noise was heard from the distant corner of the alley where Dan immediately disappeared to. A small metal door on the side of the brick wall which would clearly be visible in daylight but now the shadows blended with the color of the metal, enough to hide it entirely unless someone thoroughly checked it.
Jake followed in a hurry, looking behind him at least five times as footsteps neared the entrance of the alley.
They're going to see us.
Jake's grip tightened on his pocketknife; he lost his senses for a moment when he saw the person standing beside Dan at the other side. He paused in the way, staring blatantly at MC who had not changed at all since the last time he saw her.
Even now, as she stood in the dark room with the phone torch on, he could not help but look how fascinating she looked with the subtle glow of the torch on her skin.
"Get your ass here," Dan snapped and pulled him in before closing the door fully, locking it. "Are you freaking stupid? You could have stared at your girlfriend AFTER coming in!" Dan continued, gesturing with his hand.
She's here.
She is right here in front of me.
MC looked at him, shifting the torch towards him, scanning him from head to toe as if she is assessing whether he was injured or not. When she was satisfied, handed the torch to Dan, and took a step closer.
Jake did too, her hands immediately wrapped around him tightly as if she could not believe that he was still alive. He tensed at first before relaxing against her, his arms resting lightly on her waist.
They stayed like that for a few seconds before she pulled back. Their eyes met, in the corner of his eye, Jake could already see Dan gagging in mock disgust. She took a step back, not taking his eyes off his.
She still had captivating eyes.
Those had haunted him at night for months.
Then her fist came towards his face, with the entire strength she had, and Jake staggered back from the impact.
What?
He looked at MC and he saw two emotions. Relief because he was okay and his body was in one piece. Irritation because ... he wasn't sure. His lips parted and his hand went to his face, fingers tracing the pain.
Dan let out an amused whistle and clapped once, "Oh you're sooo dead," Jake heard him mutter.
"What? Why?" Jake asked cluelessly, glancing at Dan and then back at MC who raised her eyebrows.
That look.
You're so in trouble.
He should not have said that. Because the look on her face said only one thing. Too pissed to even consider an apology.
"What do you mean why? You were gone for two months, TWO months and you are here asking me 'why'?"
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A/n: I guess there will be a part 2 so yeah. How's everyone doing by the way?
