Logan now on the verge of tears as he held the picture on his chest, He can't stop thinking about his family every day as he drifts apart further his love for his family only grew deeper as the days turned into weeks and weeks turned into months and as months became years. Logan then looked at the last sibling in the picture it was Lori the eldest sister in the family and the one who was the closest to him than anyone of his other sisters, Logan again began thinking about Lori and a memory of him and her together suddenly comes into mind the time when they simply enjoyed each others company as his sister kept looking up to her brother when they were young.
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It was a quiet day in the Loud House the family decided to go shopping but Logan chose to stay behind to look after the house since shopping with them takes a long time, As his parents with his little sisters went out the door Logan heard his father saying...
Lynn Sr: Logan, Lori, we're going now! Logan, don't forget to watch over your sister Lori while were out okay Son you're in charge till' we come back.
Logan: Sure Dad! You can count on me.
(The sound of Vanzilla leaving the driveway can be heard) Logan checks to see if they've left and after they did he went into the kitchen and helped himself to his Dad's leftovers, As Logan was busy snacking on his Dad's food he didn't notice his sister peeping at him until he turned around saw a 6-Year Old Lori blankly staring at him.
Logan: (Swallows) Oh hey Lori didn't see you there, Do you wanna hang out?
Lori: (Excited) Really!?!
Logan: Sure what do you wanna do.
Lori: Dress Up!
Logan: (Nervous) Uh, (Looks at Lori with sweat dripping down his face)
Lori: Pleeaase Big Brother (Making Puppy Eyes).
Logan eventually gives in due to the fact He doesn't want to see his sister feel disappointed and feel depressed so he said...
Logan: (Sighs) Fine, Lets play.
Lori: (Excited) Yay! C'mon, let's go to my room.
After Lori dragged Logan by his shirt to her room they had a compilation wearing different shirts and dresses from costumes to accessories after a while Lori found two shirts and decided to tell her Big Brother which one is better between the two...
Lori: Which one should I pick Big Brother the Kitten or the Banana.
Logan: (Smiles) Either one is good cause your the one wearing it, Sis, you look cute either way.
Lori: Really!?! Aw, thanks' Big Bro you're the best.
Logan: Anytime Lori. What's say we take a break and just watch T.V.and talk about stuff.
Lori: Okay!
Logan and Lori went downstairs to take a rest from their game and decided to chat a bit after a while they got some snacks from the fridge and went back to the couch, It was already 3:00 P.M. and their parents still haven't come back from shopping so Logan took out his phone and decided to call them to see why they're taking so long...
Logan: (Dialing) ... (Phone Ringing) C'mon Pick up.
Lynn Sr.: (Answering) Hey Son sorry were not back yet we've gotten a bit held up at the moment and we might be home later than we thought don't worry we'll be back as soon as we can but until then make sure You and Lori stay safe okay Logan.
Logan: Okay dad see you then, Bye!
Lynn Sr.: Bye Son (Hanged up)...
Logan: (Groans)
Lori: Are Mom and Dad still not coming back Big Brother (Frowns).
Logan: Yeah I'm sorry they said they'll be coming back late Lori, but hey at least you got me right.
Lori: (Smiles) Yeah.
After some time passed it already became night and their parents still aren't back yet, The house seemed desolate as Lori already missed her parents and Logan was doing whatever he could to pass the time as he did he then took notice of Lori's state and decided to comfort her in their parents' stead.
Logan: Hey Lori, please don't worry our parents will be back I'm sure of it and in the meantime, I am here with you don't ever forget that okay.
Lori began crying and bawling loudly as she swiftly embraced Logan seeking comfort for the loneliness she has, 5 minutes already passed and Lori showed no sign of stopping as for Logan he didn't have the heart to make Lori stop but rather he just kept on stroking her head, Gently comforting as she now slowly started to compose herself when she finally stopped her eyes were red from all the tears she let out and she is still clinging on the rim of her Brothers shirt now soaking wet and wrinkled but Logan paid no mind for he only had his attention on the distressed little girl in front of him, Silence filled the room until Logan broke it saying...
Logan: Are you done crying now, Lori.
Lori: (Nods)
Logan: It's okay to miss someone even if they're only gone for an afternoon, I miss them too but I know they'll be back and even though they're not here right now I'll always be right by your side Lori, don't ever forget about it okay.
Lori: (Sheds a single tear) (Sniffs) Thanks Logan, you're the best brother I could ever ask for.
Logan: Anytime Lori and you're also and will always be my favorite sister of all time.
They broke their hug and stood up after their sibling moment, They then decided to watch some T.V. and in the middle of their favorite movie they no longer focused their attention on the T.V. but rather they simply spent small talk for the duration of it until they heard the sound of a van parking nearby followed by a familiar voice saying...
Lynn Sr: Logan, Lori we're home!
Logan and Lori gasped hearing their fathers' voice and they stood up from the couch and rushed to open the door and as they did the background now transitions and the flashback ends.
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Logan slowly reflecting on his decision on abandoning his family over a threat and as he did questions started flooding his mind was his solution to protect his family by leaving them the correct one he kept on contemplating trying to convince his mind that he made the right choice but as he did he was already on the verge of tears and they soon fell down his cheeks as he still kept his hold on the picture with his now shaking and trembling hands.
Oh, the days, weeks, months, YEARS! he spent regretting his decision and wishing that he could take it back. Never had been a day where he hasn't thought of them, remembering their time together when he was still young. As he distanced himself further and further from his family, his can only beckon to see them again with little hope of ever returning.
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An hour passed and Logan showed no signs of stopping his trembling body, his tears dried up from all the crying and slowly starting to lose consciousness but before he could he came up with an idea he began to compose himself, wiping away the tears, clearing his mind, and calming his trembling hands. After his "Session" he went to open his computer and began searching any updates on his Home after his departure and as he scrolled through different articles on the media one certain news a video immediately caught his attention he pressed play and waited for it to buffer and when it did a news reporter is seen dictating the events at a certain criminal being apprehended years ago.
*Video Starts*
News Reporter: 6 Years ago the notorious criminal "Victor Franco" was apprehended by authorities after 10 years on the run charged with several robberies, Illegal drug manufacturing/distribution, murder, several cases of kidnapping, and a leader to an underground mafia but to our sorrows, he wasn't the only one who was brought down that day several police officers, several county deputies and police chiefs along with a few state attorneys became victims of the criminals struggle while apprehending him and he was scheduled to be sent to court.
Footage shows the police securing the criminal inside a containment vehicle and driving off towards a secured location until further notice.
News Reporter: After facing court he was sentenced to life in prison and spent his time under heavy surveillance ever since but on a certain night on October 17, 2 years ago he suffered high blood pressure and a stroke that time at 1700 hours and was reported dead on the scene after years on the run and illegal activities his reign finally ended to the relief of the masses and the public can feel a slight relief knowing a notorious criminal such as him is no more this is "Courtney Gonzales" signing off.
*Video Ends*
Logan became frozen after watching the video end and as he was frozen still he started to tear up again but he wasn't sad, No, These tears were those of joy as he recognized the criminal that was reported deceased was the same criminal who threatened him to keep silent back then and now with his death, Logan no longer has a reason to keep on running from his family the reason of his abandonment and his departure is finally gone and as he looked at the video one last time he finally made a decision he packed up and left but not before making a phone call...
Logan: (Dialing)(Ringing) C'mon pick up...
Unknown Person: (Answers) Hello Boss?
Logan: Hello Please tell the guys I'll be gone for a long time, Your in charge during my absence and don't call me back until I do cause I'll be busy.
Unknown Person: Yes Sir, But might I ask why the sudden departure and where are you going?
Logan looks at the picture of his family again before telling the person on the phone...
Logan: ...Home.