6. Chapter 6

Chapter 6: Wait… What!?

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AN: Hey guys, now I bet you are wondering why I'm releasing yet another chapter for this story and not my other ones. Well, for one something happened to my tablet. I don't know what but it corrupted a couple of things, mainly my documents and other things. Which means most of the chapter I had ready or finishing were lost sadly. I was just about to finish my Walking Dead one and Steven Universe when those chapters were lost. My first thought was to start over and hope for the best, but I just thought I give you guys one last chapter before I work on my other stories again. So I hope you guys can understand if you were waiting for updates and chapters on my other stories. Now, on with the questions some of you have left me. To guest, you are right Luan is 14 but remember Lincoln is just judging by her looks. And don't forget it has been awhile since he's been gone. To TigerVolcano5000, you're right on some points. Lincoln had to get a way to earn money on the road, whether it was illegal or not will be seen in the coming chapters. Or I could hold off and keep the mysterious charming long lost brother if you want? To turn forever you and me, I don't know about that but who knows? It wouldn't make much sense since I don't think you can just get a accent just like that. Unless you can… then I don't know I might do that. No promises though. Oh, and that would be the last of the questions I got for reviews. For PMs I do those personally if I have time, and I might start a Tumblr blog just for giving you guys updates and post a few things here and there. Might even answer questions more freely as well. I'll leave that to you guys if you want me to do that. Also I want give thanks to all of you again for the reviews, favorite, views and follows. I wouldn't be doing this without your guys support. Now… ON WITH THE CHAPTER! Enjoy!

"Hey sis, I'm home." Lincoln said with a small smile and a worried look as he looked to Luan. Who still had a shocked expression as she continued to look down on the top stairs at Lincoln. The baby on the other hand, who was still in Luan's arms looked pretty puzzled at the whole thing unfolding in front of her. So, the baby only did what she knew best.

"Poo-poo!" Lily said with a joyful smile and a happy smile.

After hearing that of course, almost everyone with the exception of Luan looked to Lily. Who looked excited and joyful to have all the attention on her. Now, while the girls and Mrs. Loud just thought it as nothing but Lily being herself. Lincoln on the other hand looked fairly confused and surprised what the little baby had said. Though he did find it funny in a way, he would also try to crack a smile too. But see how delicate and serious the situation was right now he decided against it. He then looked to Luan who was still stunned to see him.

'Yeah… I've been getting a lot of that lately. Guess that happens when you disappear in the night for 9 years.' Lincoln thought sadly as be frowned a little as he rubbed the back of his head. Now, even he could tell that was an understatement. Mainly because in the last hour or so he's been scolded by his mom, punched by his 13 year old sister. Which of course felt like getting punch by a pro boxer. So yeah, him getting all those things were well deserved. Though he had to admit the punching could have went a lot smoother.

Soon Lincoln's focus was back on Luan and Lily, as Luan was still in shock. However that quickly changed since Luan started to slowly descend down the stairs. And that's when Lincoln started to worry a little. He was worried that maybe Luan might do what Lynn had done. Even though that would probably be very uncharacteristically of her. He couldn't doubt it though. Cause he knew that he'd hurt them, terribly. So yeah, he didn't have a doubt that they would hold a grudge. Heck, he probably hold a grudge to if one of his sisters left. After all he was only human.

'Also I wouldn't want the baby to get caught up in all that trouble.' Lincoln thought with worry as he kept his eyes locked on Luan and Lily. Although he was alright with him taking some punishment here and there, since he was no stranger to it. But he wasn't to keen on letting people get caught in the middle of such thing. Now, he knew of course that Luan wouldn't do such a thing. There being a baby in her arms proved that much. As Luan got closer and closer to Lincoln, his worry still remained. While this was happening, the rest of the Loud family were just standing there. All they could do was watch from the sidelines. And hope for the best. Well, most hope for the best anyways.

You see, while most of the Loud sisters and Mrs. Loud hope for the best. Lisa and Lucy didn't have to. Ether because both girls had already figured out an outcome for this whole situation, or just plain out didn't care. But thankfully that wasn't the case. Lisa had already predicted a few outcomes by carefully calculating and studying both Lincoln and Luan's movements, expressions and postures. Just like what she did with the others. So, Lisa didn't have to worry or hope for anything. Lucy on the other hand, the little goth girl did rightfully care. While she would care if anything bad happened, like say if Lily were to accidentally get caught in between both Luan and Lincoln if things got violent. But that was a large "if". And just like her younger sister Lisa, she doubted anything like that would happen.

But unfortunately the rest of her sisters couldn't say the same. Well, most anyways. For one, Lola and Lana were kind of enjoying this whole thing a little as this whole afternoon was being played off like a teen drama show or move. Though Lola seemed more into it than Lana surprisingly. Although the tomboy of a twin was into the whole thing at first, in all honesty she just wanted this day to end. However what she really wanted was to talk to Lincoln. Especially considering she just found out she was related to the guy. She was just so interested in him for some reason, mostly because she just liked how he was dress and how he looked.

Lana could tell that her long lost older brother was something, his clothes said that much. In all truthfulness, he looked cool! Like a biker or something! In the twins mind she always wanted a brother. But after all this time she thought she'd have a baby brother than a big brother. You know, while it was fun having sisters. There were times she wished she had a brother. Someone who wasn't afraid to play in the mud and dirt with her. And now, she got her wish. She finally had a brother. But the question was… was he the brother she wanted?

As Lana's thoughts about Lincoln continued to keep her busy in her own world. The others were wondering what action Luan would make now, since she was standing face to face with Lincoln. Lynn's first thought was that Luan was probably going to drop Lily the first time she saw Lincoln. But luckily that didn't happen. Even so Lynn highly doubted that would ever happen. Since both Lily and Luan were close. A lot close than most usually can't see at first. Some would say it was mainly because Lily was still a baby, cause she liked to get along with everybody. Heck, she even liked to be held by strangers time to time. However there was just something both Luan and Lily had that most siblings didn't.

'Probably because that's what Luan had with Lincoln. Back then, she always seemed to like him more than any of us.' Lynn thought with a small smile as her thoughts went back to those days. When Lincoln was still with them, and when she was still a snot nosed brat. While Lincoln took care and loved each and every one of them. There was one he always looked out for, and that was Luan. Every time when she needed him for testing out new pranks and jokes, he was there. Now, some would think that most of the Loud sisters back then were maybe a little jealous. Well, they be right but all of them knew that their big brother always looked out for all of them and loved them very deeply. But Lynn would be lying if she didn't feel any jealousy towards Luan back then. After all, they were all kind of competitive when it came to Lincoln's attention. Nevertheless though, in the end they were all family. No matter what happened. However, Lynn did have some doubt that Luan wouldn't just forgive Lincoln like nothing happened. After all, Luan was one of the most who took it the hardest when he left.

Of course they all did, especially herself in particular. But Luan didn't react like most of them did when Lincoln left. While Lynn and the others shed tears and grew bitter and angry with Lincoln silent departure. Luan, changed. She never smiled that much or do pranks like she used to. She never even told jokes that much at all. It was like when Lincoln left, her smile and laugh went along with him. Over time though things slowly returned to normal as time went on with Lincoln's absence. Although not really normal because of Lincoln running away, but normal as things could be. However… Luan wasn't really the same. None of them were but she was different. They were all different. The only thing Lynn could hope for now, was that things don't go astray like what happened between her and Lincoln. In spite of what happened between them, the young tomboy still cared deeply for her brother.

All Lynn could count on was that Luan felt the same way. While Lynn's thoughts were still focused on Luan and Lincoln. There was only one last person who had yet to voice their own opinions on this whole thing. And that was Leni. The young blonde airhead just couldn't worry one little bit. Now, despite the fact that Leni at times seemed to just be the stereotypical dumb blonde. She was in fact so much more, although some would say that was a lie. It wasn't. There were times when even Leni knew what was happening when most didn't. She sometimes wished most people would give her more credit. Because Leni knew that while this reunion between both Lincoln and Luan might get ugly. She had a lot more faith in her younger sister and big brother.

So, Leni knew that things will be alright. Although, the 16 year old blonde wouldn't be lying if she didn't feel a bit of worry. But Leni knew deep in her heart, that whatever happens will be fine. Maybe even great. Because she knew that above anything else, is that Luan wouldn't stop caring about Lincoln. No matter what he's done. However, while she had faith on that with Luan. She had no idea about the others. Leni knew that while she was able to welcome back Lincoln with open arms. Luna and Lori were a totally different story. While Leni was still thinking about the matter, her attention soon went back to Lincoln and Luan when she started to hear Luan speak. And that was when everyone's attention was soon back on Lincoln, Luan and Lily.

"Lincoln… is that you?" Luan asked in a shaky tone with a still very shocked expression. She then looked up to Lincoln, awaiting an answer. Lincoln who of course towered over Luan by a couple of inches, looked down at her with a weak smile. In his mind, he thought he was ready to deal with all of this. Seeing his family again and trying his best to reconcile with them. But sadly that did not seem the case. He had this whole thing planned out carefully in his head. And that quickly changed when he saw them. All of them. Now the same was with Luan.

'What the heck do I say? Sorry for leaving you all but yeah, I'm back. Sure, that'll work.' Lincoln thought sarcastically as he kept his eyes on Luan. And his smile slowly started to disappear as he looked at her eyes. He then started to feel quilt and regret as he studied her face and eyes. He knew that he's hurt them, especially her. Her eyes told him that much. He saw it in all their eyes. It pained him to see his little sister look up at him like that. Soon after about a minute of complete silence, Lincoln started to speak.

"Yeah… it's me." Lincoln said in a solemn tone as his smile had completely disappeared. After he said that, Luan back away a tiny bit. This action surprised everyone, but shocked Lincoln. None of them were expecting that. But what came next everyone expected. Tears started to appear around Luan's eyes. While this was happening, poor little Lily could only look on as she was being to be held a bit tighter in Luan's arms. Not that it was uncomfortable in any way for her at all. It was just strange for the little Loud to see her big sister like this. But unfortunately before Lily could make a fuss or say something, Luan started to speak once again.

"Is that all you have to say!?" Luan asked with a loud but weak tone, after that tears started to fall down her face. As this was happening, everyone looked more shocked than surprised when those words left Luan's mouth. No one could believe what she had just said, but Lincoln on the other hand knew better. He was expecting something like this. However he never thought it would be Luan of all people. His sweet and hilarious little sister Luan, but that goes to show that leaving them changed them. After about another minute of silence, Lincoln looked to Luan who still had tears coming down her cheeks. He then decided to answer her question.

"What do you me to say Luan?" Lincoln asked in a quiet and calm manner. His expression was filled with regret and sadness as he kept his eyes on Luan. Who in response to Lincoln's answer, was beginning to form a very unhappy expression as she locked eyes with his. Both not daring to even blink while the tension between started to increase. While Lincoln would never dare to try and harm any of his sister, let alone Luan who was holding little Lily in her arms. He couldn't say that she would do the same with him though. Then Luan took a step forward, which brought her right in front of Lincoln. Her expression was still sour as she looked up to her big brother, who also looked back.

After what seemed to be like an hour but in reality was only a minute, Luan did something unexpected. She caught everyone off guard when she suddenly moved in close to Lincoln, and gave him a tight hug as she wrapped her free arm around him. While making sure her other arm carefully held tightly around Lily, which caused the little baby to look up at her big sister with a cute and puzzled expression. Since she didn't have the faintest idea what was going on. And she wasn't the only one, since Lincoln also looked deeply puzzled and a little startled by what Luan just did. The young 20 year old was expecting a few things to happen after he saw Luan's reaction, however he was not expecting this of all things.

'OK… didn't see this coming. Truth be told, I was expecting a pie to the face or a squirt from her gag flower. But not this.' Lincoln thought as he was very confused at the current situation he was in now. Before he could think or say anything, his attention soon went back to Luan. Who had now rested her head on Lincoln's chest. But that wasn't what got his attention thought. What got it was the slight wetness he felt on his chest, which in turn caused him to look down. And what he saw was Luan, crying onto his chest. Now this… this is what Lincoln was expecting. Although seeing for himself with his own eyes was a lot different than imagining it. As Luan continued to weep on Lincoln, she then started to speak once again.

"I-I w-want you to say you won't leave… that you won't leave me again." Luan said in a choked out sob as she tighten her arm around Lincoln, who looked down at Luan with a shocked expression. But that quickly changed into a somber and regretful expression as kept his eyes down at Luan. Right now, at this moment. It was safe to say that Lincoln felt like garbage. In fact this whole day thus far made Lincoln just feel terrible. Not because he's been scolded at by his mom or even when he took a beating from Lynn, but because he made them cry. He made his mom, Lynn, Leni and Luan cry. And that, hurt him more than any punch would ever do.

After awhile as Luan continued to cry, Lincoln decided to do something. Something that would ether help him and Luan or just make things a little more worse. So, his decision was to just do what came naturally to him. Which meant he just had to follow his brotherly instincts. And so, he just that. He slowly began to wrap his arms around Luan while carefully making sure he didn't cause Lily any discomfort, who was still being held in Luan's other arm. Following this, Lily then looked up at both Luan and Lincoln with another puzzled expression on her face. As she looked up at both her sister and brother, she saw the look of surprise on Luan's face. This of course caused the 14 year old girl to look up at Lincoln, who had a soft and caring smile on his face as he met his sister's gaze.

"I promise… I won't ever leave you. I won't leave any of you again." Lincoln said in a soothing and caring tone as he kept his gaze on Luan. After hearing this the zany brown haired girl continued to keep her gaze on Lincoln, while a few tears remained on her face and eyes. Although Luan was touch by Lincoln's words and the look in his eyes. She needed something more to reassure her.

"D-do you promise?" Luan asked as her tone was soft and shaky, while her gaze was still placed on her big brother. After hearing this Lincoln proceeded to let out a soft chuckle. He then looked back down at Luan with that look in his eyes. That look that made him feel like the most truth worthy person in the whole world, what made him seem like he could do no wrong.

"You should know I never break a promise Luan, especially when comes to you and your sisters." Lincoln said with a sly smile as he looked down at Luan, who now seemed to have stop crying as she looked up at Lincoln with a shocked expression. But that soon changed into a sad but true smile, she then tighten her hug on Lincoln, who in return hugged back.

Overall, the scene looked very touching. Luan had her head resting on Lincoln's chest, while he had his arms wrapped around Luan and brought her into a hug. As this was happening, most of the others who were watching the exchange in silence couldn't help but smile or even cry at the sight before them. With the exception of Lily of course. Since the little baby could not help but look up at the little exchange with wonder. Then after about a minute later, Lily decided to do what she best. While still being held carefully in Luan's other arm, the little Loud used both of her little hands and proceeded to try and get both Luan and Lincoln attention. Which meant she was trying to get their attention by pulling on both of the shirts. Soon after about a few seconds later, both Luan and Lincoln stopped hugging and then proceeded to look down at Lily. Who was now looking up at both her brother and sister with a small toothy smile.

"Poo-poo!" Lily exclaimed in a happy and excited tone as she raised her little hands in the air. It took about a full minute for everyone to try and process what Lily had said, and because of that sadly. The tender moment between Lincoln and Luan came to a quick end. Just like what happened between Lincoln and the rest of his sisters. But unlike last time, something very peculiar happened next. To everyone and Lincoln's surprise. Lily was beginning to fuss a little in Luan's arm, and while this was happening the little Loud was reaching her hands toward Lincoln. Like she wanted him to hold her.

"OK… why is the baby doing that? Oh, and why is there even a baby here anyways?" Lincoln asked as he pointed one of his finger down towards Lily, who was still putting up quite a fuss. After hearing this, almost everyone turned to Lincoln like he was crazy. But then everyone started to realize that Lincoln had never even met Lily until now. So, Mrs. Loud thought it was best for Lincoln to finally be formally introduced to his baby sister. And so, while taking a deep breath. Mrs. Loud began to speak.

"Well Lincoln, this is Lily… your baby sister." Mrs. Loud said in a calm and motherly tone as she tried to gently drop the bombshell on her son. But unfortunately that didn't seem to be the case since Lincoln's expression quickly changed drastically. He looked at his mom with a face of shock, after that he quickly turned to the rest of his sisters. Who ether nodded or gave weak smile, which confirming that his mom was right. He then looked down at Lily once again, who had now stopped fussing in Luan's to look back up towards Lincoln.

As both Lily and Lincoln continued to look at one another, both carefully observing each other. For Lily, while being a baby she wasn't as oblivious as most babies were. For example, she took notice of her surroundings and the people around her a lot more clearly than most gave her credit for. So, when she first saw Lincoln she felt a sort of… acceptance towards him. Like she recognized him in some way, something Lincoln felt as well. The moment he saw Lily, he could tell they were related in some way. But he never thought she was his baby sister of all things. Soon after that, Lincoln couldn't help but look at Lily with a bit of wonder. And Lily couldn't help but feel the same as she looked up at her big brother. Now, as both Loud brother and sister continued to look at each other. Lincoln thought it was best to formally introduce himself to Lily.

'Oh well, here goes nothing.' Lincoln thought as he took one last glance at Luan, who some how knew what he was planning to do. After getting a wink from Luan, Lincoln gave a shaky nod. Luan then proceeded to carefully hold up Lily towards Lincoln, who looked a bit nervous at first. But that soon changed when he met Lily's gaze once again. As he looked at her, he couldn't help but get lost into her eyes a little. It was like looking down at Lori's eyes when they first met, when she was still just a baby and when he was just a snot nosed 4 year old without a care in the word. That same feeling he got when he met Leni, Luna, Luan and Lynn. A feeling that he couldn't shake, and as he continued to feel this feeling. All his worries seemed to disappear. And soon after that, he slowly reached out to Lily. But before anything could happen, a sudden and loud boisterous noise erupted from upstairs. A noise that Lincoln knew quite well. The noises that that usually came from a guitar.

The noise… of music.

To Be Continued

AN: Oh… so close. I am turd aren't I? Oh well, there is always the next chapter probably. And I don't think I have to tell you who it is upstairs, cause if I have to you have never seen Loud House. OK, now that I've got that out of the way. I hope you all liked the reunion between Luan and Lincoln, and the meeting between little Lily and Lincoln. I also hope you enjoyed this chapter overall. Also, if none of you have seen the recent episode of Loud House. Which was dance dance resolution, and which of course was awesome. I highly recommend you see it. Oh, and I was wondering if any of you want me to bring those girls from that episode into the story. Like for example Tabby or Haiku, heck or even all of them if you want me to. Anyways, you know the drill. I hope you all enjoyed the chapter, I also hope you leave a review. And of course leave any questions you have on a review or even PM me. Guess this is it, until next time. See ya!