A little story a wrote based on a few conversations I had with friends and I have a huge obsession with Jason from Friday the 13th. So, enjoy. This is not revised.
“Okay! Everyone line up!”
Jason frowned looking at his painting, he wasn’t quite done yet and he didn’t want to leave until he was done. “Jason, come on it’s time to go outside” He looked up at the camp counselor, Miss Marie. He gripped his paper looking at her, he could tell she didn’t like being left in a room with him alone. He picked up his paint brush and continued to paint, ignoring her. She lets out an annoyed sigh, putting her hand on her hip. “Jason, you can do that later. Come on” Jason continued to ignore her, finally her patience ran thin and she left the room. He liked to be alone, hell he was sitting at a table by himself in the first place. No one didn’t want to be near him, befriend him. His mom said it was because he’s special, but he couldn’t tell if it meant good or bad now a days.
“Jason, what are you doing?” He heard a softer, more kinder voice enter the room. He looked up to see Miss Nicole, a frown remaining on his face. He’d thought she’d understand more then anyone. “I’m finishing my painting Miss, I’m almost done...” She moved over to take a seat next to him, peering over to look at his paper. “What are you painting?” His eyes lit up hearing her have interest in what he was doing. “I-It’s a painting of me and mom! See!” He started pointing at the many places on his picture. “We’re sitting by the docks watching the sunset!! And- oh no!!” Jason accidentally knocked over the red paint bottle and it spilled on his painting. Shawna quickly picked it up before too much could spill.
“It’s ruined...” he muttered looking at the red paint splatters. “Hm...I don’t think so” He looks up at Miss Nicole as she grabbed her paint brush. “Red doesn’t always have to be bad” “Red is the color of blood...” he muttered looking at the red splatters. It reminded him of the kids pushing him around on the playground. “Red can be the color of many things, like...Red birds!” He watched as she added red birds to the sunset of the sky, his eyes slowly watching in interest. “This red building” She adds the mini red camp building to the corner of the painting. “And finally, a red boat in the water!” She painted a red boat near the docks where him and his mother were standing. Just like that all the red paint was no longer a spill, it was apart of it.
“Wow!!” He said excitedly. “It’s done! I want to show mom!” Shawna giggled and rubbed his shoulder. “How about we let it dry first, then show mom okay?” Jason nodded his head as he carefully carried his painting over to the drying rack. “Don’t forget to wash your hands Jason!” “Okay!” Jason quickly washed his hands, drying them with the paper towel before throwing it in the trash and walking back over to Shawna. “Do I have to go outside Miss Nicole? I -I really don’t wan-“ “It’s only for a few more minutes, then it’s dinner and bedtime. Can you do that for me Jason?” He started fidgeting with his fingers, looking down at his feet. “Y...Yes ma’am” Shawna smiles and gives him a hug before opening the door for them.
Marie was outside the door, rolling her eyes as Shawna tapped Jason on the back for him to go play. “You know, you need to stop babying that boy” Shawna watched as Jason played in the sandbox by himself. “I’m not babying him...I’m teaching him a new found appreciation for things. You gotta teach kids to look on the bright side” Marie scoffs crossing her arms. “Whatever, I’m just saying just because he’s...special doesn’t mean the rules don’t apply to him” “I understand that” Shawna sighs pinching her forehead. “You just gotta be patient with him, you know the other kids necessarily don’t like him” Marie looked back at the kids playing around with Louis, Andrew, and Phil.
“Yeah...I know...But they’re kids. They don’t know any better” Marie muttered. “Exactly, I get that but...it takes time” Shawna smiles, he seemed so happy and content with himself. “Hey!” Marie and Shawna turned their heads to see Marcia walking up to them, taking off her gloves and hairnet. “Gather up the little fucks, it’s dinner time” “You did not call the children that” Marie said shaking her head, slightly amused. “Yeah, I did. The faster we get them to bed, Steven said we can have a bonfire tonight” “I’m down, I’ll get Jason first. Jason!!” Jason looked up hearing Shawna call out his name, she held out her hand with a kind smile. “Come on, aren’t you hungry?” He nodded his head silently as he stood up and dusted the sand off his shorts. Marie and Marcia watched as he took Shawna’s hand. “I say, give the kids five more minutes so I can get Jason situated? You know how Miss Voorhees is. Come on Jason!” “What’s for dinner?” He asked her as they started to walk off to the dining hall. “Oh I don’t know, your mom and Miss Marcie made it!”
It made Shawna sad that Miss Voorhees made Jason eat dinner in the kitchen with her while the other kids ate out in the hall. She wanted to figure out a way for them all to get along despite the differences they shared. “Nicole I have to thank you” Shawna looked up seeing Miss Voorhees wash the dishes. “Oh do you need help? I can-“ “Nonsense child, just have a seat” She sat silently next to Jason who was eating his sandwich. “You have a heart of gold Nicole, I know some people would’ve just given up with my boy” “Jason? He’s just like everyone else Miss Voorhees” She smiled looking at the boy finish off of the foam plate. “Be a dear and get him ready for bed? Me and Marie are in charge of cleaning the kitchen”
“Of course Miss Voorhees, are you done Jason?” “Yes” Jason got up and threw his plate in the trash. “Be a good boy Jason, mommy will be up soon” Shawna bit her tongue, their relationship sometimes made multiple people uncomfortable on the camp grounds. Shawna tried to past it for mother and son but it was just weird. Shawna held out her and Jason took it quickly as they went out the side door. “Okay, what do you want for a bed time story tonight?” Jason’s eyes lit up as he started to stutter on his words. “Green eggs and ham? I love that book!” Shawna giggled as they walked into the cabin. “I do too!”
“I do so like green eggs and ham! Thank you, Thank you! Sam-I-am” Shawna closed the book to see Jason fast asleep in bed. She puts the book on his nightstand as she quietly tip toed out of the room. She carefully closed the door and sighed, once she turned around she jumped being met with Miss Voorhees and her signature creepy smile. “Oh! Miss V! I -“ “No need for excuses, I can tell he’s asleep” She puts a hand on Shawna’s shoulder. “Tell me Nicole, do you want to have kids?” Shawna nodded, curling her finger around her braid. “Yes...I do” She pats Shawna’s shoulder before moving past her to walk into Jason’s room. She side eyes the girl, giving her a tight lipped smile. “You’ll be a great mother Nicole. I know you would be” The door shut and Shawna stood in the hall for a moment. A smile appeared on her face as she started to walk out the building to the bonfire.
“Louis one more drink you’re gone for the night” Marie smiles as she watches him get a hold of Marcia’s mystery flask. “Whatever she carries in that thing is strong as hell!” He shakes out his head before passing it over to Andrew. “No thanks, I don’t like to drink” Andrew passes it back to Phil who shrugs. “Don’t be a downer Drew” Louis said slapping his back, Andrew glared for a moment before rolling his eyes. “Hey guys! Sorry I’m late!” Shawna came jogging up to the logs. “I was putting Jason to sleep!” “Jesus Christ Shawna, you treat that boy like he’s your son” Phil took another hit from the flask. “He’s a sweet boy Phil, if I were to have a son I’d like him to be like Jason” Louis paused for a moment. “Without the uh, facial deformities” “Jesus Christ Louis” Marie pitched her nose. “You aren’t supposed to point that out”
“I’m just saying! That’s the face only a mother could love!
“I’m sure when he gets older he’ll find someone” Andrew adds as he brought his stick over to Shawna. “Marshmallow?” Shawna smiles and took it off the stick. “Thanks Drew” She gave him a kiss on his cheek before putting the marshmallow in her mouth. “Someone will come his way, rather it be love or friendship. He’ll find someone” “I hope so, but truthfully I say he just need tough love” Marcia says as she snatched her flask back from Phil. “Hey...” He frowned looking at her down it in one sip. “The boy has...too soft skin. He shouldn’t let words hurt him” Shawna leans onto Andrew’s shoulder as they started to listen to Marcia go on her rant.
“Tomorrow is our last day” Louis stretches. “For the most part, Steven and Alice said we can let them do whatever they want. Pickup is gonna be twelve thirty so that means we can leave around...one?” “Thank god!” Marcia stood up and stretched. “I finally completed my community service!” “Seriously? Is that why you were so willing to sign up?” Louis started to pour water down on the fire to put it out. “Yeah, it was either this or picking up trash. I’m just shocked they trusted me around kids for three weeks straight” “Aren’t we all” Marie says grabbing the jacket Louis gave her. “Come on, I’m tired. We’ll see you boys tomorrow” Marcia and Shawna followed Marie back to their cabin.
“God, I think that marshmallow made me sick” Shawna muttered holding her stomach. “You sure it was that?” Marie teased nudging her shoulder. “What? Are you trying to say that I’m pregnant?” “Gross” Marcia gags. “I mean, you could be. Your motherly instincts been out of control lately” Marie opened the cabin doors for them to walk through. “I told you guys, I just really love kids. I hope this is a step for me to become a nurse or maybe a pediatrician!” Marcia taps her back as she closed the cabin doors. “You have big dreams, but I think it’s time for you to go to sleep” Shawna fell onto the bed with a sigh. She was right, dealing with kids could be very tiring but it still didn’t change her mind.
It was their last day, a free day. The kids could do whatever they want, under supervision of the counselors. “Did you show your mom your painting?” Shawna and Jason were sitting in the shade watching Andrew and Phil deal with the huge group of kids. Phil was covering for Louis who went god knows where with Marie. “I did! She loved it! She said when we get home, she’s gonna hang it on the refrigerator!” Shawna smiles as she presses her head against the wooden wall. “I’m glad she liked it, and there you were about to cry over happy little accidents” She poked his stomach causing him to laugh. For a moment it was quiet between them, watching the group at play.
“Miss Nicole?” Shawna looks down at him, titling her head. “Yes Jay?” “You made this summer really fun for me! I can’t wait to see you next summer!” Shawna smiles and rubs his shoulder. “I can’t wait either”
“Shawna!” Shawna looks up to see Marcia storm over to her and Jason. “It’s your turn to make lunch. Get to it” Immediately she saw how Jason’s face formed a sad one. “Alright...give me a minute” Shawna stood up and turned to Jason. “Now, Jason-“ “I know...” He mutters quietly to himself. She bit her lip, trying to think of anything to make him feel better. Her eyes lit up and she crouched down in front of him. “What’s your favorite animal Jason?” She said as she fumbled with her sash filled with pins.
“Birds, they can fly anywhere and aren’t judged. I want to fly too...Fly away from here so no one can judge me” Shawna felt her heart throb with pain. She just wanted to hug him and tell him otherwise. She pulls out a bird pin and smiles. “Here. If you’re ever having a bad day, one of your mid day burst, I want you to look at this and think about all the people who care for you and would do anything for you” Jason looks at the pin, it had a white dove. Beautiful graceful birds, something he wasn’t.
“My mom is the only one who cares”
“Of course! It’s mother’s love! I care for you too, and so does Mister Andrew, and Mister Lou, Phil, Miss Marie, and Marcia!” Marcia glanced at them for a moment before looking elsewhere. “Now, I’ll be back as fast as possible. But keep that on you okay?” Shawna stood up and started to walk away. “Wait!” Jason jumped up. “Aren’t you gonna want it back?” Shawna smiles and rubs her chin. “I’ll get it back when we come back next summer, okay? Promise me you won’t lose it” Jason grips it in his hand, nodding his head. “I promise!”
“Cmon, Miss Voorhees is waiting!” Marcia pulled Shawna along, leaving Jason alone near the cabin. He could do it, it’ll be a short period before she’ll return. He held the pin tight in his hand as he made his way over towards the sandbox. He was trying to enjoy himself, making castles and what not until his sunny view became crowded. He looked up to see that he was surrounded by a group of kids, all of them looking down at him in disgust. “What are you doing in MY sandbox?” One of the kids said, kicking the sand in his eyes. “I -I’m sorry! I didn’t know it was your turn!” He stood up just for them to push him out of the sandbox. He winced in pain feeling the palm of his hand get cut on a rock. He heard their laughter grow louder as he struggled to stand up.
He didn’t understand, why? What do they want from him? He didn’t bother them at all, he was really missing his mom. He was really missing Nicole. He looked around, trying to spot any other camp counselor but he couldn’t see one in sight. He got up and just, ran. He didn’t know that they were gonna chase him, they kept throwing plastic buckets, shovels, and rocks at him as he tried to run from them. They backed him into the dock area, he was stuck. They were closing in on him, all laughing and giggling. “Stop!” He screamed. “Get away from me!!” He felt a hand shove him backwards, far enough. The water consumed him fully, he didn’t feel anything for a moment before it hit him.
He was screaming, crying for help. “Mom! Mommy!” The children watched, one by one they ran off to god knows where. It was getting hard for him to stay above water. “Nicole!! Nicole!!” His face was slowly going under, water getting in his mouth every time he spoke.
She wouldn’t let anything happen to me....
“Jason!!” He heard the scream of her voice, her hand went into the water, trying to reach him. “Jason!!”
His hand tried to reach hers, his vision was blurry. He felt the warmth of her finger tips graze his.
“Come on Jason! I can’t reach you!!”
Just when her hand went to grab his arm he started sinking to the bottom. Shawna watched in horror seeing him not be in reach. She screamed, her screamed echoed through the area. “Shawna?! What happened?!” Andrew came running up with children on his side, he was doing archery for their last day. “Ja-Jason!! He-He!” “Where is he?” Andrew handed his bow off to the boy next to him, holding Shawna’s shoulders. She points down in the water and his eyes widen. “Some kids grabbed me when I was making lunch! Miss Voorhees went to grab the med kit b-but-“
“What happened??” Louis and Marie came jogging up to the scene, Marie was buttoning up her shirt. “Shawna why are you crying?” “We need to call the police and the paramedics. Jason drowned, Shawna could reach him in time” Louis covered his mouth in shock while Marie stared at the ground. “H-He what?!” “Where is he?!” They all turned to see Miss Voorhees walk up with the first aid kit. “Marie, go call the police” Marie nodded and quickly took off before Miss Voorhees could approach her. “Where’s my son?!” “Miss Voorhees I need you to-“ A hard smack was heard and Both Andrew and Shawna flinched seeing Louis get smacked by the old lady.
“Nicole” Miss Voorhees approached her, tears in her eyes as they made eye contact. “Where. Is my son?” Shawna shook her head and she sniffles, “I’m sorry Miss Voorhees, I wasn’t quick enough” They saw her stop, her head shaking as she repeatedly screamed out no. Shawna held her to the best of her ability as she cried into her shoulder. “I’m sorry” She repeated, she wasn’t clear who she was sorry for;
If she was sorry for Pamela, or if she was sorry for Jason.
Sirens closed in on the area and children were escorted inside the building.
Guilt was the only feeling they all felt for a long time.
He watched from the trees, she finally returned. She kept her promise, and he had to keep his. Would she even recognize him? The changes he went through? He’s much older now, he can say what he wants.
He wants her, he wants her to be in his arms. He wants to be in her arms, one last time if necessary. He looks at the pin in his hand, his thumb rubs over the dove. Even after all these years, he was still gentle with it. Graceful, he could see why she gave him this pin over the pigeon one he saw in her sash that day.
She saw something in him no one ever did, beauty. But she was in distress, upset.
“Okay, Whatever Billy. I’m going for a walk”
She walked off from the group, another familiar face from the group called out for her. Marie? But she looked more kind then the one he knew all those years ago.
He followed the girl as she took her walk, taking deep breathes as she done so. The wind blew her braids back so he got to get a great look of her face, he grips the tree branch. He was excited to face her again.
“I told you to leave me alone Billy”
“You move your mouth so much that you don’t even know when to shut up”
He gripped the tree branch, it snapped from the force. He didn’t like this, billy. He didn’t like the way he was speaking to her. He grabbed his machete and started to move in closer.
“Just give me another chance baby, I’m sorry”
No, no more chances. Not with someone who’s his. He shoved his machete right through his his stomach. He enjoyed listening to his chokes and pleads for her to run. He yanked it out and he fell onto the ground, he turns his head slowly to her, watching her shake in fear. He slowly started approaching her, her back was stuck against the tree. She had no where to run.
“Y-You’re Jason...” She muttered gripping the bark of the tree. “I -I’m sorry. Please, Please don’t kill me” His eyes looked down at her, he didn’t want her to think that. He drops his machete in the dirt and reached out to wipe the tear coming out of her eyes. She calmed down for a moment, but became confused. “What are you...” She looked at his other hand, he opened it to show a dove pin. He moved it closer, signaling for her to take it.
“I’ll get it back when we come back next summer, okay? Promise me you won’t lose it”
‘I didn’t lose it’ is what he wanted to say, ‘You’re back with me now. I’m bigger now, I can protect you. Protect us’
Her hand was shaky when she finally grabbed the pin, scanning it. She turned it to the back and her eyes slightly widened. “This...This is my mother’s handwriting. How did you find this?” Jason tilts his head, mother? He points his finger in her chest, trying to formulate his words.
“Ni....cole...” His voice was raspy after not being used for years. “No...I’m not Nicole” The girl replied, she held out her hand. It reminded him how she used to do it for him to take.
“I’m Jade. I’m her daughter” Jason perked up hearing that, he crouched down a bit trying to get a better look at her. It wasn’t her, but the energy was there. He could see that she was still scared, and if he let her go she would leave. But he didn’t want her to leave him, not again anyways. He grabbed her arm and threw her over his shoulder. “H-Hey!” He picked up his machete and tapped her back with his hand that was holding her. “Jason!”
Taking you home, he wanted to reply. Taking you with me,
It wasn’t a mistake that they came across each other and he knew it, they were meant to meet. And in the words, there are no such things as a mistake. It’s only a happy accident.
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