Interrogator: "So I hear the residents of your neighborhood are used to unusual occurrences?"
Tori: "Yes. Although sometimes the children like to create their own little strange things."
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Alice sat on Tori's counter, watching as she moved around the kitchen.
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"Go on and play with the other kids, dear," said Tori.
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Alice slid down from the counter. "Okay Tori!"
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Alice ran outside, joining her friends.
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"Did anyone hear that screech last night?" Alice asked.
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Annalise was perched on the branch of a tree, letting one of her arms dangle from the side. She nodded. "Ya think it was a ghost?"
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Jessie shrugged. "Most likely."
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"The ghost of Ivan has come to haunt the newcomers once again!" Luna said playfully.
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"Ivan?" Annalise questioned.
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"Yeah, he died a very bad death," Alice answered, "worse than Tristan's."
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"They say his spirit still roams these streets, seeking revenge on those who wronged him." Jace added.
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Jessie chimed in with a mischievous grin. "But maybe he's just here to play pranks on us!"
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"Play pranks?" Annalise questioned.
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"Yeah," Jessie answered, "he did it with Alice quite a lot and got her in trouble."
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"Worth it," Alice muttered.
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"Unfortunately he was the same person who taught Alice to become a ball of mischief herself." Jace muttered.
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"What's wrong with me being a mischievous person?" Alice asked, playfully bumping Jace's shoulder. Jace rolled his eyes.
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"Ain't nothing wrong with that kitty cat," said Annalise, "just hope I don't catch you doing anything to me."
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Alice chuckled sheepishly as she saw the seriousness in Annalise's eyes. "Umm, but don't worry Annalise," Alice reassured, "I won't do anything!"
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"Mmmhm," Luna said in disbelief. Luna looked at Jessie and Alice, she smirked knowing that they were already plotting their next move.
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Penelope points to two familiar men that were standing by a car.
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"Ain't those the two officers we saw?" Annalise asked.
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"Looks like it," said Alice, "but they're not in their uniforms this time."
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"So what are they doing here?" Jessie asked.
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"Maybe they're just here to check on things," Annalise suggested.
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"Or maybe they're investigating something," Jessie added.
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Luna shrugged. "Well, whatever they're doing here, it's none of our business. Now where's Jace?"
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Luna looked around, she saw Jace talking to the two officers. "Idiot," Luna muttered.
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"Why is he an idiot?" Alice asked.
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"Why do you think, Alice?" Jessie asked.
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"BREAKFAST!" Tori called.
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Everyone outside turned their gaze towards Tori's house. The children laughed as they raced each other inside. Tori smiled as everyone entered the kitchen, greeting everyone and handing them a plate of bacon, eggs and pancakes. As Tori made her rounds, checking on everyone in her home, she was met with expressions of gratitude and affection from her guests.
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Some gave her kisses on the cheek, their gestures filled with love and appreciation for the care and hospitality she provided. Others simply smiled warmly, their eyes shining with gratitude as they enjoyed the comfort and warmth of Tori's home. Tori returned each gesture with a smile of her own, her heart swelling with joy at the sight of her friends and loved ones gathered together under her roof. Their presence filled her home with laughter and love, creating a sense of warmth and belonging that she cherished more than anything.
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Tori returned to her kitchen. Now that she knew everyone had been taken care of, she made a plate for herself.
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Meanwhile...
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Outside, The kids that had finished their breakfast were playing outside. The two officers were also outside watching the kids play.
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"Hey officers," Nicole called from the tire swing, "What are y'alls names?"
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"I'm Brandon, and this is Aiden," Brandon introduced them, his voice warm and welcoming.
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"It's nice to meet you all," Aiden added, nodding in greeting.
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"That Aiden guy kinda looks like you, Allie," Jessie said to Alice quietly.
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"I'd say the same thing to you about that Brandon guy," Alice murmured.
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"What are y'all doing here?" Annalise asked, suspicious.
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Brandon exchanged a glance with Aiden before responding to Annalise's question. "We're just...uh...checking in on things," Brandon replied vaguely, trying to avoid revealing too much.
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"Yeah, just making sure everything's okay around here," Aiden chimed in, offering a reassuring smile to the group of kids. Annalise glared. She didn't trust them.
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"Are y'all coming back tonight?" Nicole asked.
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Brandon and Aiden exchanged a knowing glance, silently acknowledging the discomfort of their impending return to the neighborhood later that night. Despite their reluctance, they knew they had a duty to fulfill, even if it meant venturing into the unknown once more.
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"Yeah, we'll be back tonight," Aiden replied with a forced smile.
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As Alice's mischievous grin widened. She couldn't resist the urge to stir up a little trouble, especially with the officers returning later that night.
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With a playful twinkle in her eye, Alice turned back to Jessie, her mind already spinning with ideas for their next prank. She leaned in close to Jessie, her voice barely above a whisper.
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"Hey, Jessie, you thinking what I'm thinking?" Alice asked.
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Jessie's eyes lit up with mischief as she caught on to Alice's plan. "Hell yeah," she replied.
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With their plan set in motion, the two friends shared a mischievous grin, their minds already racing with ideas for their next prank on the unsuspecting officers. As they continued to play outside, their laughter filled the air.
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Tori walked up next to Aiden and Brandon. "Are you two coming back tonight?" She asked. Aiden nodded.
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Tori smiled and gave Brandon a pat on the shoulder and chuckled. "You know, not a lot of officers will come back here after their first night." Tori pointed out.
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Brandon glanced at Tori, his expression thoughtful. "Yeah, I've heard it can be a bit... unusual around here," he admitted, a hint of uncertainty in his voice.
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Tori chuckled, her eyes twinkling with amusement. "That's one way to put it," she replied, her tone having a touch of mystery.
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Aiden exchanged a puzzled glance with Brandon. "What do you mean?" he asked.
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Tori's smile widened, but she offered no further explanation, leaving Aiden and Brandon to ponder her words as they prepared themselves for the night ahead. As they parted ways with Tori, her words echoed in their minds, filling them with a sense of unease as they braced themselves for the unknown challenges that awaited them in the neighborhood once more.
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