I loved Halloween, not as much as Charlie did because it was the one day I didn't restrict his candy intake but close. It was the one day I was allowed to be someone else without being judged. I could take a break from the big sister role who had everything put together and take up another role. I hadn't done a great job of that this year considering I was invisible girl who literally had to babysit her irresponsible baby brother the human torch. The only thing working for me was that Jack was taking responsibility of Charlie by helping to watch over him so I could at least have some fun.

The party was already in full swing with lots of teens in attendance dressed to impress. There were also kids present but not that many and most were in middle school or older. Charlie was probably the only under ten years old kid in attendance. I'd feared that no one would dress according to the theme but I was proven wrong by how everyone came in different superhero groups. The Avengers were the most dressed group, followed by Justice league, X-men, DC legends of tomorrow, Doom Patrol, Teen Titans, Shield Agents, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and a lot more groups that I had no idea even existed.

A group even came in dressed as the Asgardian Gods which impressed me. Hands down I loved the group that came in dressed as Birds of Prey led by their own Harley Quinn. They came second to the three adorable middle schoolers dressed as the power puff girls. I thought our group was going to be unique dressed as Fantastic Four but someone had leaked my idea and there were three more groups. It didn't matter though because we were dressed for fun and couldn't really partake in the competition because we were the judges.

"Lover boy not here yet?"Jack yelled in my ear over the loud music.

"Who's that?"I asked playing dumb because I knew who he was referring to.

"The one responsible for helping you break my Mortal Kombat machine."Jack replied.

"We didn't break it, it froze from being over used. It's already back in commission now."I defended.

Henry and I had taken our competition a little too far a few days back and ended up 'breaking the game' in Jack's words. It had been fun and even though Jack had thoroughly scolded us afterwards, we still laughed about it.

"Good but you two are banned from it."Jack stated taking me by surprise.

"You can't do that, it's our favorite game."I whined.

"Oh yes I can, I do own it after all. Now go refill the punch bowl, you're still on the clock."Jack instructed before wandering off into the crowd.

I had no idea Jack was angry to the point of banning us from the game but there was nothing we could do about it. He was pretty mad when the game froze so his frustration with us was justifiable. Henry and I would just give him some time to calm down before we talked him into allowing us to play again.

Speaking of Henry, he was already two hours late and I was getting worried that he wasn't going to show up. Talking him into wearing the costume had been no easy feat so I was hoping he wouldn't change his mind about coming. It wasn't because I needed him to complete our group but because we were getting close and I liked spending time with him, but if anyone asked it was definitely because our group was incomplete without him. It was bad news for me to get attached to Henry because it would make leaving him behind much more difficult but I couldn't help myself when I was around him. We were alike in so many ways especially in sharing our pain so it was hard staying away from him. I didn't want to dwell too much on the leaving him part, everything would fall into place when the time was right.

I got into work refilling the punch bowl like Jack had asked before going around making sure no one was breaking anything or getting into mischief. I loved how we had decorated the arcade to fit into the whole spooky Halloween theme. The fake cobwebs were a menace as they kept getting into your face if you weren't careful but besides that everything else was great. The four of us had even carved our own pumpkins and placed them by the counter. That had been a lot of fun.

I was serving someone popcorn when an extremely rowdy group walked in. I looked up and my whole demeanor changed in a flash when I saw the last person I wanted to come across enter the arcade followed by his posse and a few groupies. I had no idea why Matthew was in attendance but I was not about to let him ruin the party for everyone. I approached him before he and his group could get too far. He grinned when he saw me approach him which made him look sinister because of his Joker make up.

"Matthew what are you doing here?"I asked once I got to him my hands crossed over my chest.

"It is a party isn't it and I like a good party."He replied looking smug and full of himself.

It's like he had forgotten our little altercation a few weeks ago when I hurt him. I took a few seconds to really look at him and I realized that he was drunk from his unfocused gaze and the smell of vodka on him. That definitely explained where he got the balls to defy my orders to steer clear of me.

"You would be welcome to stay except you're drunk and not dressed right. This is a group themed party and you and your posse aren't dressed right."I pointed out hoping he'd take the hint and leave.

I was reaching for the stars because drunk Matthew didn't look afraid of anything but it was worth a try.

"Yes we are, we're Suicide squad."He replied pulling one of the girls in his group next to him.

She was dressed like the sluttiest version of Harley Quinn,which was saying something considering Harley Quinn really was a scanty dresser. My gaze wandered around to the rest of his so called friends and he was right, they were dressed like the poorest version of Suicide squad.

"You're right except the Suicide squad isn't really a superhero group, just a group of murderers commissioned by the government to do their dirty work for them. The Joker is also a villain in that story so not really a member of the group. As one of the judges I declare that you're disqualified from the competition so I'll ask you to please leave."I demanded.

"You can't do that, you don't own the place."Matthew retorted.

I was about to reply when an arm was placed on my shoulder holding me back.

"She doesn't but I do so I'll repeat what she just said just without the nice part. Leave before I make you."Jack bellowed his voice rising to an octave I'd never heard before.

Jack was a softie so hearing him shout so angrily took me by surprise. His voice didn't even raise when Henry and I broke the game so he must really not like Matthew.

"Oh yeah, just try old man."Matthew challenged stepping up to Jack.

"Look kid, let's not make a big deal out of this. I know you feel powerful right now because your whole squad is with you but they won't be much help when the police arrive and I charge you with trespassing."Jack replied his voice right meaning he was on edge.

"It's a public place, you can't deny us entry."Fake Harley Quinn argued.

I felt like ripping her fake colored pigtails off but I held myself back. I would only fight if Jack asked me to.

"Actually yes we can, if you know how to read then please read that."I replied pointing at a sign by the door that said we retained the right to refuse service to any person for any reason.

"Fuck off, let's go guys. This party is lame anyway."Matthew declared knowing he had lost.

"You're only saying that because you're not welcome here. Now shoo before I grab my broom and sweep you and your trash away."I yelled.

Matthew was ticked off my by my statement but he couldn't really do anything about it so he ushered his friends out.

"Thanks for the support Jack."I said turning to face Jack after making sure they had really left.

"It's my job kiddo plus it was a pleasure, I don't really like that boy. He's a spoiled seed."Jack replied making me smile.

"I couldn't agree more."I mumbled but still loud enough for Jack to hear me.

"At least his twin didn't end up like him. And speak of the devil."Jack commented looking behind me.

I followed his gaze and saw Henry walk in dressed in court jesters costume, it was definitely not what we had agreed he was to wear.

"What in Odin's name are you wearing?"Jack exclaimed looking at Henry.

"Long story. I'm sorry I'm late, I lost a fight to my mom and literally had to run away. Give me a minute, I'll be right back."Henry rushed out before disappearing towards where the washrooms were.

"At least he's here right."Jack consoled rubbing my back comfortingly.

I nodded my head still buzzing from the confrontation with Matthew. Jack excused himself leaving me standing by myself. Matthew had left and Henry had arrived, the party had better look up because I was in need of a good time and some laughs.

Henry came back a few minutes later surprisingly dressed in his blue Mister Fantastic uniform making me smile. The costumes were a little tight so they accentuated one's muscles and curves. For me they made my boobs and ass look bigger which was getting me a lot of unwanted attention but I was good at ignoring such looks. It had been hard to find an outfit in Charlie's size so I'd bought an adult sized one, put it in the washing machine with the wrong setting which shrunk it to fit Charlie perfectly. Jacks belly had gotten in the way but he was big enough so I'd just put make up on him to make him look like The Thing.

Henry's outfit on the other hand made him look more buff than ever which made him look very attractive. I had promised myself not to think of him in a romantic way but it was especially hard when he looked so good in that bodysuit.

"Better?"Henry asked twirling around for me to see.

"Much."I responded swallowing hard to keep my inhibitions in check.

"What was Matthew doing here? I ran into him on the way in."Henry inquired.

"Causing trouble as always but Jack and I handled it."I replied.

"You okay?"He asked looking concerned as his eyes raked over my body.

"Yeah I'm good. Now let's go have some real fun."I declared looping my arm with his and leading him further into the arcade.

"Yes please, I'm in need of fun after playing clown for my mom."Henry concurred making me laugh.

"Poor you but I'm glad you're here now. By the way before I forget Jack said we're banned from the Mortal Kombat machine."I informed him.

"He's still mad about that?"

"Yep but there still lots of more games I can beat you at."I challenged.

"Last I checked I was beating you."Henry retorted.

"So you say?"I chuckled.

"You are so going to regret that."Henry replied as we found a free game beginning our first competition of the night.

My feelings towards Henry might have been getting stronger but I could suppress them because being his friend was easy. I didn't want to complicate what we were just starting to build by adding any romantic feelings I was having towards him. Being his friend was enough, it had to be.

I had no idea how much time had passed because of all the fun Henry and I were having when Charlie approached us. He hadn't seen Henry since he came in so they shared some special handshake they had created that I was not allowed to learn. I was just happy the two were getting along well.

"What's up bud?"I asked noticing he looked troubled.

"The punch tastes funny."Charlie complained handing me his cup.

I took it from his hand and tasted it my face twisting at the new taste. It was definitely no longer cherry flavored.

"What's wrong?"Henry asked.

"Some stupid idiot just spiked the punch." I replied getting pissed.

"Don't drink any more of this Charlie."I instructed him.

"Okay."He replied with a shrug before wheeling himself away.

"What time is it?"

"Almost eleven."Henry replied.

"Perfect time to shut this party down."I declared pulling Henry with me towards the counter.

I informed Jack of what had happened and he agreed with me that it was time for everyone to go home. We still had to announce the winner so we cut the music to get everyone's attention as I stood on top of the counter so everyone could see me.

"Hi everyone happy Halloween, thank you so much for coming. I hope everyone had a fun time tonight but it's getting late and its time to wrap this up."I announced causing everyone to loudly lament and express their displeasure.

I tried to talk over them but they drowned my voice out with their complains.

"Enough!"Jack bellowed silencing them at once.

"Thank you Jack. Now as I was saying. It's been a very fun night and it's time for everyone to go home but before we do that we have to announce tonight's winner. It has been a very tough decision since you guys really stepped up tonight and were dressed to impress but we do have to pick a winner. It doesn't mean the rest of us are losers, we're all winners but there's a champion. So the trophy goes to.... Drum roll please."I requested as I took a piece of paper from Charlie.

Someone in the crowd mimicked a drum roll making me smile.

"The superhero group of the night goes to Birds of Prey led by their own Harley Quinn."I announced.

Lots of groups lamented but the executed shrieks of the girls who won overpowered them.

"Good job girls."I praised as Jack handed them their trophy.

"That's its boys and girls. We're open all week round from nine am to nine pm but for now goodnight, help yourselves to some of our free candy on your way out."I finalized before jumping off the counter.

It took a while for everyone to leave and it was finally just the four of us.

"Charlie and I are also going to call it a night, it's been a long day."Jack declared taking me by surprise.

"What do you mean by you and Charlie?" I asked my eyes narrowed at them.

"We're having an Avengers movie marathon at my place."Jack replied putting on a shirt.

"I don't remember agreeing to that and I thought you just said that you're tired."I inquired.

"Please Willow, I'll be good. Let me go with Jack."Charlie begged looking at me with those being puppy eyes I could never say no to.

"You don't even have a change of clothes or your toothbrush."I reasoned.

"Yes I do."He answered at his backpack.

"How long have you two been planning this?"I asked.

"Long enough, so you really can't say no, Charlie let's go. You kids don't stay up too late and don't forget to lock up when you leave."Jack declared strapping Charlie's bag over his shoulder.

Not having the energy to fight, I leaned over to kiss Charlie goodnight.

"Be good for Jack and call me incase of anything, at any time."I requested him.

"I will."Charlie beamed.

Jack wished us goodnight before wheeling Charlie away.

"So what do we do now?"Henry asked.

I didn't want the night to end just yet so I quickly thought of something for us to do.

"There's no need to let all that spiked punch go to waste, wanna get drunk and see if you can actually win against me while intoxicated?"I asked Henry.

"I don't really drink."Henry countered.

"Me either but we've got no responsibilities tonight and the whole place to ourselves. What do you say?"I suggested hoping he'd say yes.

Henry mulled over it for a few seconds before nodding in agreement.

"Sure why not."He shrugged making me cheer.

"Get ready to get your ass kicked."I yelled.

I turned the music back on but with a lower volume and grabbed us fresh party cups. We ended up getting pretty wasted and since none of us could drive while drunk we passed out on the sofa in the hang out room at around four o'clock in the morning. It was hands-down the best Halloween I'd had in years.