Meanwhile...
Alice's thoughts kept drifting back to the statement Violet had dropped about Phantom being her brother. The idea tugged at her mind, stirring a mixture of curiosity and uncertainty. She had to know. Who was he? Where was he? Being here was overwhelming enough as is. But not knowing so many things she needed to know just made it worse.
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Annalise approached Alice with a concerned expression. "Hey, you a'ight?" she asked gently.
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Alice looked up. "Yeah, I'm just... trying to make sense of everything," she admitted. "What if Violet was telling the truth about Phantom? What if he really is my brother?"
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Annalise sighed. "Allie, Violet is manipulative. We can't just believe everything she says."
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Alice nodded slowly. Her mind flickered back to Jessie as she made sassy remarks about taking down Brandon.
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Luna gave a small smile and shook her head. "You can fist fight that cop tomorrow."
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As the tension settled in both the girls' home and the turtles' hideout, the weight of the upcoming confrontation loomed large over everyone. Leo gathered his brothers and Casey around the table, the morning light filtering through the canopy above, casting dappled shadows over their makeshift planning area.
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Meanwhile...
Ryan was in his bed playing on his computer. Despite Violet's defeat, he just couldn't shake the thought of what she had said. Could it be true? Could Nova be his sister he had been searching for all these years?
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The lights flickered. Startled, Ryan glanced up to see his mother, peeking into the room.
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Ryan smiled softly and put his hearing aids into place. "Hi momma."
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"Good morning, sweetheart," Ryan's mother replied, "you're up early."
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Ryan sighed. "I couldn't sleep. Why is it that I can remember everything but what happened to my sister? "
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"I know it's been hard for you, Ryan," she began softly, her voice gentle. "Losing your sister was a difficult time for all of us."
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Ryan nodded, his gaze fixed on his mother. "But why can't I remember anything about her though?" he asked, frustration evident in his voice.
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His mother sat beside him and placed a comforting hand on his shoulder. "Sometimes, memories can be like puzzle pieces scattered in our minds," she explained, her voice soothing. "It's not your fault if you can't recall everything right now."
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Ryan sighed, his shoulders sagging slightly. "I just wish I knew more," he admitted, his eyes searching his mother's face for answers.
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"We all do," Ryan's mother said.
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Ryan went back to his computer, his mind still pondered the possibilities. Could Nova truly be his missing sister, Alice? The connection felt both surreal and hopeful, igniting a newfound sense of purpose within him.
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Ryan's mother stood. "Well, I have to go to work. You behave okay?"
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Ryan nodded, offering his mother a warm smile. "I will, Mom."
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His mother returned the smile, her eyes filled with maternal affection. "I'll see you later, sweetheart. Love you."
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As she left the room, Ryan's thoughts returned to the mysterious connection Violet had hinted at. The possibility that Nova could be his long-lost sister stirred a whirlwind of emotions within him - hope, uncertainty, and a deep yearning for answers.
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Turning back to his computer, Ryan mulled over the fragments of memory he had from his childhood. His sister's face was a faded image in his mind, elusive and distant like a half-remembered dream. He wished he could piece together the puzzle of his past, to fill the void that had haunted him for so long.
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Meanwhile...
"Jessie vs Annalise round two!" Alice exclaimed with excitement.
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Alright, ladies, we all know the rules and that is we do not accept foul play. First one to give up or be defeated, is the loser." Luna announced. As the signal was given, Jessie and Annalise lunged at each other, their movements swift and calculated. The crowd cheered and shouted encouragement, their voices blending into a cacophony of excitement.
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Jessie aimed a powerful strike at Annalise, but Annalise countered with surprising agility, dodging the blow and retaliating with a flurry of her own punches and kicks. The two girls exchanged fierce blows, each determined to prove their strength.
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Meanwhile
With a determined expression, Ryan closed his laptop and walked out of the house. Ryan reached for his phone. He scrolled through his contacts until he found Nova's number, his thumb hesitating over the call button.
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After a moment's hesitation, Ryan took a deep breath and pressed the button. The phone rang, each ring adding to his anxiety, until finally, Nova's voice came through.
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"Hello?" Nova's cheerful voice chimed.
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"Hey, Nova," Ryan spoke, his voice steady but tinged with uncertainty. "It's... it's...um, Phantom."
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There was a brief pause on the other end of the line, followed by Nova's excited screaming.
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Ryan was concerned. "Uhh...Nova?"
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"Sorry," said Nova.
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"No, it's fine," Ryan stammered.
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"Also how the heck did you get my number?" Nova asked.
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Ryan gathered his thoughts, his heart racing with a mixture of nerves and anticipation. "That's not important right now. I... I need to talk to you about something," he began, "Something important."
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In the neighborhood, Alice tilted her head. "What could possibly be more important than explaining how you got my number?"
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Phantom groaned. "If you would just listen to me, I'll tell you."
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"You have two minutes. There's gonna be a match between Tori and Keighley next and I don't wanna miss it." Alice said quickly.
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“Oh shit,” Phantom muttered. "Um... Do you remember what Violet said? How we were brother and sister?" he asked.
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"Yeah, what about it?" Alice asked
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Phantom hesitated, trying to find the right words. "I... I don't have all the answers, but... what if it's true?"
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"Well funny thing, I was thinking the same thing this morning!" Alice giggled.
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"I know it sounds crazy, but..." Phantom started.
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"Hold that thought," said Alice.
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"I'm so glad I'm not wearing my headphones..." Phantom murmured.
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"GO ANNALISE!!" Alice exclaimed.
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Phantom sighed, unamused.
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"What were you saying?" Alice asked.
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"What if we've been connected all this time without even realizing it?" Phantom proposed.
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"That would be fun!" Alice purred. "Also why do you sound like you are running?"
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Alice cocked her head as the phone hung up. She sighed, silently insulting Phantom. Alice jumped as she felt someone touch her on the shoulder. Alice turned around.
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"Huh? Who are you?" Alice asked curiously.
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Ryan stood before Alice. His fingers fidgeted nervously. "I'm... Ryan," he muttered.
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