Plans In Action

like mission impossible..

 Shortly after, Ida came to her sense and invited us in, however, she was still giving Earl a questioning look about the pants. Who can blame her? Ida sat us down at the table and offered us all tea.

 I politely declined, Earl however, started to chug down the hot steaming tea once it was set on the table. Very nice Earl. As his eyes were watering and tongue was slightly burning, Ida finally spoke up, looking from us to Victor.

 "What brings you here at this hour?"

 Victor sighed sadly, "I'm afraid I'm the bearer of bad news Ida."

 Her voice hitched, "What has happened?"

 His reply, "While you and the kids were out meeting the Conte... the police broke into the Stella, taking Hornet and Bo away."

 Ida gasped, almost spilling her tea on the floor, "I just got home! The boys must be on their way back now!"

 Earl recovered from his painful burning sensation, "Apparently Hornet was taken off to the orphanage while Bo was 'reunited' with his aunt and uncle."

 Ida's voice was full of anger, "Who would do such a thing!"

 Victor shrugged, defeated, "All I know is that the boys will think I turned them in. Which I did not. I kept my promise."

 Sighing, Ida said, "I guess we'll have to figure out something in the morning. It is way too late now."

 She turned to us sharply, "You are welcome to sleep in the living room."

 I protested, "No, that's okay--."

 Earl cut me off, "That would be great, thanks."

 We both stood up, Earl basically pushing me into the living room, leaving Victor and Ida alone.

 "Why did you say yes?"

 Earl replied sarcastic, "Well, let's see. We said we would hep get Hornet and Bo back. And I really don't think you want to travel the streets of Italy, in absolute darkness, where ANYONE can be lurking."

 Okay, he scared me. I rolled my eyes as he smiled, knowing he had won.

 Ida's voice floated through the kitchen, "The blankets and pillows are in the brown cabinet!"

 Earl went over to achieve. The couch is big enough for two people to sleep on. Earl thrown me a vintage looking blanket and a white pillow. I settled myself on the opposite side of the couch.

 Earl offered, "Night."

 I whispered before letting myself to fall into darkness, "Goodnight."

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 "Earl...Penelope....rise and shine..!"

 Ida's voice was loud enough to wake me up, blinking quickly, trying to adjust my eyes. I kicked Earl's leg that was sticking out of the blankets.

 Earl mumbled, "Hm?"

 I yawned, "Ida said wake up."

 "Five-"

 "No."

 Earl grunted before kicking me back, "Fine."

 Ida came into view, the smell of pancakes and bacon floating around.

 "Ah! You're up!"

 Earl asked, "You didn't expect us to wake up when you called us?"

 Ida laughed, "Honestly, no."

 I took a look around, "Hey, where's Victor?"

 "He'll be back."

 I just uttered an 'oh.'

 Suddenly, the door swung up, to reveal Victor, an angry looking Prosper, grumpy Riccio and a confused Mosca.

 Earl hid behind the blankets, "Oh dear god no."

 Prosper paced around the room, "We need to get Bo back!"

 Mosca cut in sadly, "And Hornet."

 We followed everyone in the kitchen, Ida's smile was growing bigger and bigger.

 I asked, "What are you thinking?"

 Her simple reply was, "I know how to get Hornet out of the orphanage."

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 Before I knew it, Earl and I were being dragged to the orphanage with Ida and Victor. So here's the plan, Earl and I are Ida's children, while Hornet is our cousin. Making Ida the 'godmother' of Hornet. I noticed Victor put on a new get up.

 Earl said jokingly, "Just spiffy!"

 We stood silently behind Ida and Victor as Ida explained to one of the sisters that she is looking for her god child, who keeps running away. The sister cast her a surprise look and then looked at us. I gave her my best convincing look, with that she sped into the orphanage.

 Victor whispered to us, "That's it... just a little bit longer and we'll have her."

 Our attention was brought to the door where Hornet suddenly appeared at. She was wearing a different outfit, probably what the orphanage gave her. She gave us all a surprised stare yet also one of relief.

 Ida spread out her arms for a hug, "There she is..!"

 Hornet ran forward and hugged Ida tightly. She looked over her shoulder and smiled at both Earl and I. We barely did anything though. The nun smiled as the 'so called family' was reunited. We got Hornet back, now that only leaves Bo.

 

Author's Note

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