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The plane had just taken off the ground, and it was the moment that Lizzy’s job would finally start. Never in all her time in the air had she met such a despicable young boy as she had done this flight. The 14-year-old didn’t seem to have an ounce of respect instilled into him, and when he tried taking a photo underneath her skirt, Lizzy had enough. However, before she could do or say something, a man, his father, walked up to her and gave her something she could never have expected...

Plane announcements

Lizzy had just finished the announcements when the trouble started. She had been put into the business class section.

She had done it multiple times already, so she knew what was expected of her. However, she could never have guessed that something like this would happen to her.

But we’re getting ahead of ourselves.

Going through the rows

She had been asking a few passengers if everything was alright, getting them something to drink and to snack on, when she noticed it in the corner of her eye.

A young boy was busy on his phone, but the piece of tech was angled strangely. He couldn’t possibly be playing anything, having it angled like that!

A phone flash

She noticed the flash too late. To be fair, she had been too dumbstruck by it to even react. The phone camera was angled to snap a picture of something that certainly wasn’t alright to take a picture of.

Lizzy gasped as she turned wide-eyed toward the 14-year-old kid. This was no way for a young man to behave; she would certainly speak up about it.

Boy had taken a photo!

The boy had taken a photo of her. It wasn’t just any picture too. He had taken a photo up her skirt, which was sexual harassment and degrading.

She was there to serve the passengers, not to be perverted by them. She walked over to the kid and snatched the phone from his hand before he could put it away.

She had caught him red-handed.

Snatching the phone away

“What do you think you’re doing,” Lizzy said to the boy, her voice stern, and her brows formed a frown.

The kid immediately protested as she had taken the phone, but no way in hell was she going to give that back!

He certainly wouldn’t, at least not while it contained inappropriate images that should not be on there.

He called her a bitch!

“Give me back the phone, you bitch,” the boy said, and Lizzy’s jaw nearly hit the floor. What did he just call her?

He couldn’t be serious, right? This was truly unbelievable. First, he took an underskirt photo, and now he had the audacity to call her a bitch?!

She tried to keep calm, “You either tell me your code, and I will delete the pictures you’ve taken, or you are not seeing your phone for the rest of the flight.”

He had taken underskirt pictures!

She was fully serious when she said that. That child would not see his phone until the end of the flight, and she could talk to his parents.

She had certainly not agreed to be photographed like that, and they would either delete the photos or she would sue them.

She was so angry with the boy that she hadn’t even noticed the various eyes on her.

People were watching them

Everyone in business class was now looking at Lizzy and the boy. Some had seen the flash of a photo taken, but some had just started to follow the drama.

Lizzy didn’t even notice how other passengers were recording her reaction. The boy laughed humorlessly and then said something that Lizzy certainly hadn’t expected.

The boy was a brat

“Give it back, I literally own you. You are just some stupid airheaded flight attendant. My dad could have you fired like that,”

He said, snapping his fingers for emphasis. Lizzy raised her brow at this. This entitled boy certainly didn’t have limits and it certainly seemed that the woman next to him wouldn’t discipline him about it.

She confiscated his phone

Lizzy raised her eyebrow and smirked. “I would like to see you try. Have a pleasant flight I hope that our amenities will suffice for the rest of the trip.”

Lizzy said as she turned and walked away from the boy, the phone still in hand. She could feel everyone’s eyes now, but tried to remain calm until she was in a less public space.

Going to the airplane kitchen

She turned into the kitchen where two of her colleagues stood, now gaping at Lizzy. She looked at them, brow raised in question. “What’s up?”

She asked as she opened the safe to keep the brat’s phone in until he and his parents would retrieve it at the end of the flight.

Regardless of the boy’s age, this was sexual harassment, and he wouldn’t just get away with it.

Her colleagues wanted to know what happened

“Oh my,” Clara, her colleague, started. “Lizzy, what did you do? What happened?” Lizzy’s brow furrowed.

Hadn’t people seen the large flash coming from the phone, the photograph sound it made? “Clara, that little brat took a photo up my skirt.

That is harassment, and no way in hell will I let that happen,”

They suddenly became quiet

Clara nodded at her proclamation. “Yeah, totally fair, but damn girl.” She said as a little giggle escaped her.

Then suddenly, her eyes widened as she looked behind Lizzy. It wasn’t only hers and their other colleague, Sarah, whose eyes turned as big as saucers.

What did they see? What was behind Lizzy?

Someone was behind her

Someone behind her rasped their throat, trying to catch her attention. Based on the look on Sarah and Clara’s faces, it couldn’t be good.

The two scurried off before Lizzy could ask them anything, returning to the other passengers. She took a moment to inhale before she turned around, ready to face whoever had scared them.

It was an older gentleman

Behind her, a mature-looking man with salt and pepper hair stood. He had waited patiently for her to turn around, and there seemed to have been a flicker of amusement in his eyes.

Lizzy immediately plastered a smile on her face when she saw him, using her customer service voice as she spoke. “Hello, Sir.

Can I help you with anything?”

It was the boy's father

The man smiled at her before speaking. “Yes, you can, Miss Rodriguez,” He said, which puzzled her. How did he know her last name? “

I believe you have something that belongs to my son.” He said and she felt the color leave her skin.

So this was the boy’s father, she was hoping to see him after the plane had landed, but this was as good of a time as ever.

He didn't come for the phone

“You want me to return his phone, Sir?” Lizzy responded, thinking that was what he wanted, but the father looked away shortly with a smile on his lips before he shook his head.

“No, not yet. I am here under the guise of going to the bathroom, I just needed to speak to you for a moment.”

He said, which, for some reason, worried Lizzy all the more. What did he want?

He had slipped something in her hand

Lizzy felt skeptical at this man’s sudden interest. If he didn’t want the phone (yet?), then why was he here?

It was as if he heard a sound as he looked over his shoulder. He smiled at Lizzy, grabbed her hand with two of his to shake it, and made his way back to his seat.

She hadn’t even noticed he had slipped something in her hands at first.

Cryptic handshake

Lizzy, still reeling from the encounter, felt the surprising weight of paper pressed into her palm. The father’s handshake was not just a gesture of civility; it was a covert exchange.

Discreetly, she palmed the note, her heart thudding with a mix of apprehension and curiosity. What could a man of his stature possibly communicate through such secretive means?

As he retreated to his seat, Lizzy was left with a tangible piece of mystery clutched in her hand.

Unfolding the mystery

In the privacy of the galley, Lizzy unfolded the note. Her eyes scanned the neatly penned words: "Meet me after the flight."

The message was clear, but its intent was not. The latter part of the note, however, was a smudge, obscuring crucial information.

Her mind raced with possibilities. Was this a plea for help? A threat? The ambiguity of the message left her with more questions than answers, each possibility more unnerving than the last.

Hidden words, hidden meanings

Lizzy examined the smudge, trying to make sense of the obscured words. The more she stared, the more the ink seemed to swirl into indecipherable shapes.

Was it an accidental smudge or a deliberate act to conceal part of the message? Her imagination conjured up scenarios, each more dramatic than the last.

This cryptic note, slipped so surreptitiously into her hand, was an enigma that both intrigued and worried her.

A call for caution

Back in the cabin, Lizzy weighed her options. Meeting the boy's father carried risks. What if it was a trap, a way to intimidate or silence her?

But the possibility of gaining insight into the boy's behavior, perhaps even understanding the father's intentions, was tempting.

She pondered the potential outcomes, her sense of duty as a flight attendant battling with her instinct for self-preservation.

Whispers of the unknown

As Lizzy prepared for the encounter, the weight of the unknown pressed upon her. The note, now tucked securely in her uniform pocket, felt like a harbinger of a pivotal moment looming on the horizon.

What secrets did the father hold? What revelations awaited her after the flight? The uncertainty was unsettling, yet it was a path she knew she had to tread.

Divided opinions

In the crew lounge, Lizzy unfolded the note for her colleagues. Their reactions were immediate and varied.

Some urged her to report it to the authorities, suspecting a hidden agenda. Others suggested discretion, considering the father’s influential position.

The debate grew heated, with each crew member projecting their own experiences and fears onto the situation.

Lizzy listened, her mind a whirlwind of conflicting advice, feeling the weight of their divided opinions.

A crew at crossroads

The debate among the crew escalated, mirroring the turbulence outside. Some argued for immediate action, fearing repercussions if they ignored the situation.

Others cautioned patience, suggesting that involving authorities might escalate things unnecessarily.

The tension was palpable, with each member standing firmly in their camp. Lizzy found herself at a crossroads, torn between the call of duty and the potential risks of escalating the issue.

To speak or stay silent

Lizzy stood amidst her colleagues, feeling a deep conflict within. On one hand, her training and the airline’s policies dictated a clear course of action.

On the other, her colleagues' advice to handle it privately echoed in her mind. The gravity of the decision weighed on her.

Should she follow protocol, or heed the counsel of her peers? Her role as a flight attendant had never felt so complex.

Moral dilemma's loft

The crew's disagreement was a reflection of the situation's complexity. Lizzy realized there was no easy answer.

Each suggestion came with its own set of potential consequences, and the responsibility of choosing the right course fell heavily on her shoulders.

She pondered the moral implications of each option, aware that her decision could have lasting effects on her career, the boy, and the father.

Chosing a path

After much deliberation, Lizzy resolved to wait for the conversation with the father. Despite the mixed advice and the risks involved, she felt this was the most prudent course.

She needed to understand the full context before making any further decisions. This approach, she reasoned, would allow her to gather more information and hopefully navigate the situation with greater clarity and insight.

An ally among passengers

While attending to her duties, Lizzy was approached by a passenger, a middle-aged woman with a concerned expression.

In a low voice, the woman revealed she had discreetly recorded the boy's inappropriate behavior. She handed her phone to Lizzy, who watched the footage with a growing sense of validation.

This passenger, a silent observer until now, had become an unexpected ally in a sea of strangers.

Unexpected evidence

Lizzy, holding the passenger's phone, felt a mix of surprise and relief. The video was clear, unambiguous evidence of the boy's misconduct.

She had been so caught up in the moment, dealing with the situation, that she hadn't considered the possibility of a witness capturing it on camera.

This evidence changed everything, presenting new possibilities and considerations in how to address the incident.

A witness's perspective 

The passenger, speaking in hushed tones, shared her perspective. She had noticed the boy's behavior and, appalled by what she saw, decided to record it.

Her account provided context to the video, painting a fuller picture of the incident. This support from an impartial observer was unexpected, and Lizzy felt a surge of gratitude.

It was comforting to know someone else recognized the inappropriateness of the situation.

Empathy at 30,000 feet

The passenger's empathy was a balm to Lizzy's frayed nerves. Amid the challenges of her job, encountering someone who understood and supported her stance was rare.

The woman's words were not just comforting; they were empowering. Lizzy felt a renewed sense of resolve, bolstered by the knowledge that her actions were seen and validated by at least one person on this flight.

A new consideration

With the video in her possession, Lizzy's approach to the situation shifted. This tangible evidence provided her with leverage, a means to substantiate her claims.

The existence of the video meant that her encounter with the father would not just be her word against his son's.

It was a game-changer, a tool that could potentially influence the outcome of this complex scenario.

A flight of whispers

Whispers snaked through the cabin, as passengers exchanged glances and hushed words about the incident.

The rumors, distorted by each retelling, created an undercurrent of tension. Lizzy moved through the aisles, acutely aware of the murmured speculations.

The air felt charged with unspoken judgments, turning the flight into a corridor of whispered theories and exaggerated conjectures about what had transpired in the business class.

Professionalism under pressure

Despite the uneasy atmosphere, Lizzy remained the epitome of professionalism. Her smile never wavered as she addressed passengers' needs, her voice steady and reassuring.

This was the test of her training and experience – to maintain composure when faced with adversity.

Her calm demeanor was a stark contrast to the restless whispering that filled the cabin, a testament to her dedication to her role.

Eyes of judgement

With every step and turn, Lizzy could feel the weight of scrutiny. Eyes followed her, some with curiosity, others with veiled judgment.

She sensed the unspoken questions in their glances – was she too harsh? Too lenient? The cabin had become a stage, and she the unwilling actress, performing her duties under the intense gaze of an audience eager to interpret her every move.

A strategic retreat

Seeking to diffuse the situation, Lizzy proposed a swap with a colleague. This strategic move would distance her from the boy and his father, potentially calming the murmurs.

Her colleague, aware of the tension, readily agreed, showing solidarity in a silent nod. The switch was a tactical step back for Lizzy, giving her a momentary respite from the center of the storm.

Reporting to the cockpit

Lizzy made her way to the cockpit, the importance of informing the pilots clear in her mind. She detailed the situation with concise clarity, her report painting a picture of the growing unease in the cabin.

The pilots listened intently, their expressions serious, understanding the delicate nature of the issue.

Lizzy sought their advice, trusting in their authority and experience to guide the flight through this unexpected turbulence.

Landing in turmoil

As the aircraft descended, a palpable tension gripped the cabin. Passengers, aware of the incident, braced for potential fallout upon landing.

Lizzy felt a knot in her stomach, the collective anticipation of the passengers amplifying her own anxiety.

The usual routine of preparing for landing was overshadowed by the uncertainty of what awaited them on the ground.

The flight, once routine, had descended into a realm of unease and apprehension.

Pilot's intervention

Upon touchdown, the pilot's voice came over the intercom, calm yet authoritative. He acknowledged the tension in the cabin and assured a smooth disembarkation process.

Addressing both crew and passengers, he emphasized the importance of cooperation and respect. His intervention was a welcome presence, providing a semblance of control and order.

It reassured the passengers and bolstered the crew, including Lizzy, as they prepared to face the unfolding situation.

Calm before storm

In the moments after landing, the crew gathered briefly, exchanging looks of solidarity. They anticipated a potential confrontation with the boy and his father.

Each member knew their role, a united front in the face of possible conflict. Lizzy, at the center of the storm, drew strength from her colleagues' support.

The cabin was calm, but it was a deceptive quiet, the stillness before the storm.

A united front

The crew's unity was evident as they prepared for disembarkation. They stood together, a show of collective strength to support Lizzy.

There was an unspoken commitment among them: no one would face this alone. This solidarity was a testament to their professionalism and camaraderie.

Lizzy, feeling the backing of her team, felt a surge of confidence, ready to confront whatever lay ahead.

Navigating the aftermath

As passengers began to disembark, Lizzy steeled herself for the conversation with the father and son.

She rehearsed her words, planning to address the situation with firmness and clarity. The gravity of the situation weighed heavily on her, but she was resolved to handle it with poise.

Her interaction with the father would set the tone for how the incident would be resolved, and she was ready to navigate this complex aftermath.

Voices of support

As passengers filed out, some paused to offer words of sympathy and support to Lizzy. Their expressions of gratitude for her handling of the situation provided a small comfort amidst the chaos.

These gestures of kindness, though fleeting, were significant. They served as reminders that her efforts were noticed and appreciated.

Each word of encouragement felt like a small beacon of light in the overwhelming situation.

The indifferent many

Amidst the departing passengers, Lizzy noted many who seemed oblivious to the incident. They disembarked, caught up in their own worlds, indifferent to the drama that had unfolded.

This lack of awareness was a stark contrast to the tension that had pervaded the flight. It was a reminder of how personal crises can often go unnoticed in the broader scope of life’s hustle and bustle.

Criticism and confussion

Not all passengers were sympathetic. A few muttered critical comments, some questioning Lizzy's actions, others expressing confusion over the commotion.

Their words, though not directly confrontational, stung in their dismissiveness. It was a harsh reminder that in situations like these, judgment often comes swiftly and without full understanding of the circumstances.

These criticisms added a layer of complexity to Lizzy's already mixed emotions.

Reflecting on reactions

As Lizzy observed the spectrum of reactions, she found herself reflecting on the diverse perspectives of her passengers.

The support was heartening, the indifference was puzzling, and the criticism was disheartening. Each reaction evoked a different emotion in her, creating a whirlpool of feelings.

The incident had not only been a professional challenge but also a personal journey through a range of human responses.

Moral ambiguity

The varied responses from the passengers highlighted the moral ambiguity of the situation. It wasn't a scenario with clear-cut rights and wrongs, but rather a complex web of perspectives and judgments.

This realization brought Lizzy a sense of humility and a deeper understanding of the complexities of human nature.

The incident, with all its shades of grey, had become a profound lesson in empathy and ethics.

Approaching resolution

As the cabin emptied, Lizzy noticed the father and son approaching her. The father's eyes were unreadable, giving nothing away of his thoughts or intentions.

The son hung back, his head down, letting his father lead the conversation. The air was thick with tension as they stopped before Lizzy.

She braced herself, knowing that this interaction could potentially resolve or escalate the situation further.

The unreadable father

The father's demeanor was calm, yet there was a guardedness in his expression that Lizzy couldn't decipher.

His voice was even, but his eyes darted away occasionally, betraying a hint of uncertainty. Lizzy found it hard to gauge his stance on the incident.

Was he here to confront, to defend his son, or to seek resolution? His ambiguous presence left her on edge, uncertain of what to expect.

A request for privacy

The father glanced around the now nearly empty cabin and then back at Lizzy. “Can we talk somewhere privately?” he asked.

His request added to Lizzy's apprehension. A private conversation could mean many things – an apology, a confrontation, or something entirely unexpected.

The request hung in the air between them, adding a new layer of seriousness to the already tense atmosphere.

A son's silence

Throughout the exchange, the boy said nothing. He stood a step behind his father, his eyes fixed on the floor.

His silence was as enigmatic as his father's guarded expression. Was he ashamed, defiant, or simply afraid?

Lizzy wondered what thoughts were running through his mind. His quietness added an unsettling quiet to the encounter, making the situation even more unpredictable.

Steps to disclosure

Lizzy nodded silently, signaling her agreement to the private conversation. She led the way to a small crew area, away from any remaining passengers' eyes and ears.

Each step felt heavy with anticipation. She was about to hear the father's side of the story, to confront the issues at hand.

Lizzy prepared herself mentally for whatever revelations or explanations were about to unfold in this secluded space.

Behind closed doors

In the secluded crew area, Lizzy faced the father and son, a palpable tension hanging in the air. She stood firm, her resolve clear in her posture.

The father began to speak, his voice steady, but Lizzy could sense a tremor of emotion beneath his words.

The son remained silent, his eyes fixed on the ground, adding to the gravity of the moment. This was it – the confrontation that would perhaps bring closure to the entire ordeal.

A father's apology

To Lizzy’s surprise, the father’s first words were an apology. His tone conveyed genuine remorse, not just for the incident but for any distress caused to Lizzy.

He admitted that his son’s behavior was unacceptable and inexcusable. Lizzy listened, taken aback by the sincerity in his voice.

The apology, unexpected yet earnest, began to shift the dynamic of their conversation, opening the door to a more constructive dialogue.

Understanding and responsibility

The father continued, acknowledging the severity of the situation. He didn’t make excuses for his son; instead, he accepted responsibility for his part in his son’s upbringing.

His admission was a rare display of accountability, a recognition that the incident was a reflection of deeper issues that needed addressing.

Lizzy noted the lack of defensiveness in his words, a sign that he truly understood the gravity of what had occurred.

A son's lesson

The father outlined his intentions to discipline his son and use this incident as a critical learning moment.

He spoke of plans to teach his son about respect and consequences, emphasizing the importance of understanding the impact of one's actions.

Lizzy listened, evaluating the father’s commitment to turning this unfortunate event into a pivotal lesson for his son.

It was a reassurance that the incident would not be taken lightly.

The weight of words

As Lizzy absorbed the father's words, she weighed their sincerity and the implications they carried. His tone was remorseful, his plan for addressing the issue seemed genuine, but she remained cautious.

She considered the potential impact of his promises, both on his son and on the broader message about accountability and respect.

These were more than just words; they were commitments to action, and Lizzy hoped they would be honored.

A shocking revelation

In a twist that Lizzy had not anticipated, the father revealed his identity as the owner of the airline.

This revelation added a profound layer of complexity to the entire situation. Lizzy grappled with the implications of this information.

The man she was speaking to held considerable influence and power, which could significantly affect the outcome of this incident and her future in the airline.

An offer of amends

Seeking to make amends, the father proposed several significant gestures to compensate Lizzy. He expressed his desire to not only rectify the situation but to also acknowledge her professionalism and the distress caused.

His offers were substantial, each a significant gesture of goodwill. Lizzy listened, surprised by the extent of his proposals, which went beyond a simple apology or disciplinary action for his son.

Choices of support

The father presented Lizzy with options that could aid her career advancement and fulfill her personal aspirations.

These included opportunities for professional development, potential promotions within the airline, and other forms of support that would benefit her career trajectory.

Lizzy was taken aback by the range of choices offered, each presenting a unique path for her professional growth and personal fulfillment.

Weighing the offer

Lizzy took a moment to consider the father's proposals. She weighed them against her own professional goals and personal values.

While the offers were generous and could propel her career forward, she also pondered the ethical implications of accepting them.

It was a delicate balance between seizing a potentially life-changing opportunity and staying true to her principles and the integrity of the situation at hand.

The power of opportunity

Reflecting on the father's offer, Lizzy recognized the potential positive impact on her future. The opportunities presented to her were rare and could open doors that were previously out of reach.

She thought about her aspirations, the hard work she had put into her career, and how these offers could be a turning point.

It was a moment of realization about the power of opportunity and the paths it could lead her down.

Legal dilemmas

The father acknowledged that Lizzy had the right to pursue legal action against his son, given the seriousness of the offense.

He expressed understanding of the legal implications and Lizzy's potential desire for justice through formal channels.

This admission was a testament to the father's grasp of the severity of his son's actions and a recognition of Lizzy's authority and rights in the situation.

Promises of home justice

In an effort to plead for leniency, the father assured Lizzy that his son would face significant consequences at home.

He spoke of strict disciplinary measures and a commitment to educating his son about respect and consent.

The father’s plea was rooted in a hope for his son's personal growth and learning from this grave mistake, aiming to assure Lizzy that the incident would not be taken lightly.

A decision in balance

Lizzy found herself at a crossroads, weighing the father's remorse and the substantial offer against her own values and the need for accountability.

The decision was complex, balancing the potential for personal advancement with the moral implications of the choices before her.

She reflected on the impact her decision would have, not just on her life but also on setting a precedent for handling such incidents.

Choosing a path forward

After much contemplation, Lizzy made her decision. She chose a course of action that would both advance her career and ensure the boy was held accountable for his actions.

It was a decision that struck a balance between accepting the father's offer for her professional growth and maintaining her stance on the importance of responsibility and consequences for the boy's behavior.

Resolution and renewal

With her decision made, Lizzy stepped forward into a new chapter. The experience had been challenging, but it had also brought unexpected opportunities and growth.

She felt a renewed sense of purpose and optimism about her future in the airline industry. The incident, while distressing, had ultimately provided her with a profound learning experience and a clearer vision for her path ahead.

Boy Claims He Lived on Mars in a Past Life

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When Mark told his parents about his past life on Mars, they thought he was just making things up and just got along with his imagination.

But when Mark received his own computer for his birthday things took weird turns. Mark started to search the internet to find more information about his past life, and then one day...

Two strange men stood at his door.

"Are you Mark? We want to speak with you kid" one said. Mark answered, "I have a message"...

Mark was gone

His parents only found out what was happening when it was already too late. They heard mark faintly talking to somebody at the door, but when they went to check, the boy was no longer there.

When Joyce stepped outside, she could only catch a glimpse of her dear son...

Marks' disturbing message

A man in a suit guided the boy into a blacked-out car before getting in himself and the car sped off.

Joyce ran out of the house, but there was no way she could catch the vehicle. Tears were streaming down her face.

This has to be because of Mark's message. Why had they not taken him seriously??

The truth revealed

In the following days, it would all become clear to the parents. They realized they should have listened to their son and not do his message off as "

Crazy talk"...

But what was Mark's strange connection to the red planet? Who were the men in suits and why did they take mark away like that?

Mark's obsession with Mars

From a very early age, the thing young Mark talked about the most was Mars. His parents had no idea how or when exactly this obsession started, but their son just would not stop talking about his "

past life on Mars". His mother Joyce first encouraged these "creative" thoughts but had recently found that it was maybe getting a bit too much...

No friends

Mark was not making any friends as he scared them all off with his Mars talk. He also had no way to interact with them after school making everything more difficult.

This was partly Jooce her fault she felt as if she had not given mark a computer yet. Maybe gaming with friends would distract her son from his Mars obsession.

But it would do the opposite...

Gifted a computer

On his birthday, Joyce surprised Mark with a computer. The boy seemed extreme and immediately took the computer upstairs to install it.

Joyce hoped he was also making it ready to game on, but Mark was doing something very different with the equipment...

Not returning

Mark did not return to the guests downstairs. ''What could he be doing up there for so long? '' questioned his mother, Joyce.

She went to pick him up from his room and have him rejoin his party, only to see her little boy in a state that she'd never seen before...

Staring at the screen

Mark didn't respond to her at all! He didn’t even seem to mean it that way; it was as if he really didn't hear her.

He stared motionlessly at the screen, not noticing or hearing his mother, who kept raising her voice to get through to him.

Waking him

Joyce carefully takes a few steps closer, and just before she reaches him, he suddenly turns to her. Although his eyes were open the entire time, it was as if he had just woken up.

He then says obediently to his mother: "Oh, hi there, mom!"

New Mark

Joyce doesn't know what to say. She's amazed at the scene she's just seen, but she's also happy that he's still just the "old"

Mark once she gets closer to him. Unfortunately, she would see more and more of the 'new' Mark in the coming weeks…

Up to something 

After the family and friends have all gone home, Joyce and her husband Oscar are ready for a good night's sleep.

They urge Mark to go to bed as well, and he immediately starts brushing his teeth. He then asks if he can use his computer for a while before going to sleep.

He was up to something.

Exception 

Joyce agrees. She emphasizes that it is an exception. "From tomorrow, you can't use the computer after 7:00 PM, is that understood?"

Mark nods obediently. Joyce and Oscar smile with satisfaction as they remember how happy they made their son with his birthday present.

But Mark's unpredictability of the days to come would soon make that smile disappear.

Night time

Days go by, everything seems fine, and Mark actually seems to stick to the computer times. Well, he did, but out of sight of Joyce and Oscar, more was developing than they had thought possible.

It was the dreams Mark had that now drove him to get behind his computer at night.

Oscar noticed

One night, Oscar began to notice. He came home a little later, after drinking a few beers in the cafeteria with some rugby buddies.

After returning home, he went straight to the bedroom, but when he looked to the right, he saw light coming from under Oscar's door.

Nightmare

And that was not all: he also heard little Mark sobbing and mumbling a few words. He opens the door a crack as quietly as he can, so as not to wake his wife.

He expects Mark to have a nightmare, and that he simply has to wake him up from it. It was a nightmare indeed, but not one that Oscar could save little Mark from...

A disturbing sight

Oscar saw Mark behind his computer! Mark had no idea that his dad had come in. Oscar watched as tears rolled down Mark's cheeks, and what was even more disturbing, Mark was speaking some sort of unintelligible language!

He had tilted his head slightly back with his mouth slightly open, as he tried to say something...

Leaving right away

Not knowing what to do, Oscar immediately leaves Mark's bedroom! He cannot understand it, and so he does not bother to explain it to himself at all. He goes straight to bed, falls asleep quickly, and has plenty to think about the next morning…

Breakfast

Oscar sits at the breakfast table with Joyce and Mark the next morning. Oscar keeps staring at Mark, who seems as unbothered as any other day!

He then asks him gently: “Hey, buddy, did you sleep well? You look a little tired.'' Mark's answer would surprise him.

‘’It has to do with Mars’’

"Do you really care, Dad? You never wanted to hear about Mars. If I seem tired, it has to do with Mars."

And he stands up from the breakfast table and walks away. Oscar can't believe his ears. Maybe it was time to seek help for this after all. Little did he know, help was on the way, and it wasn’t the help he had in mind…

Laughing it off 

Oscar takes Joyce aside shortly after breakfast to tell her about what he had seen and heard that night.

But he didn't have to count on much support: Joyce laughs about it and tells him that he should drink less at the rugby club from now on. Looking back, Joyce should have listened, then maybe all this would have ended a little better…

Next surprise

The next surprise was right around the corner. And this time, it was Joyce who would have to deal with it.

Mark repeatedly asked her for more paper, because the papers in his printer had already run out. She suspects he's just drawing on it, but that wasn't the case.

Little Mark prepared his message.

‘’Why did you need it, sweetie?’’

Joyce buys the papers for Mark and calls him when she gets home. Joyce holds the papers for a while, while Mark already wants to walk away with them.

She makes sure to tell him that it's not cheap, and Mark says he understands. Then, Joyce asks him what he actually needs the paper for.

No more time 

''Come to my room, mommy, and I'll let you read the message!'' Mark replies. Joyce agrees, still not fully understanding the seriousness of the situation, and tells him she’ll come after she’s done cleaning the house.

But it was already too late for that because before she had time to go to Mark's room, two men were at the door. They came for Mark.

The two men

Joyce initially opens the door, while Mark also arrives. He stands in front of his mother very naturally, as if he is already expecting the men.

The men tell Mark they want to see him. Joyce is shocked because the men address him directly and not her! And that wasn't all…

Nasty scene

She asks herself why there were even there, and why they came specifically for Mark. They want to speak to Mark, alone!

It makes her feel uneasy, and she replies to the men: "No way! Who are you, and what are you doing here?" It became a nasty scene after that…

Refusing

The men refuse to justify themselves, and tell her that this is a serious matter. They promise to tell her everything as soon as they get to talk to Mark.

That was the most important thing, and they wouldn't reveal anything else until then. Joyce's reaction to that was understandable.

Logical question

"You mean an 8-year-old? What could possibly be so important that you can talk to my little boy about, and not to me?"

This seemed like a logical question, but Joyce had no idea of ​​the seriousness of the situation.

She tells the men that she wants to involve her husband, who had to be called first.

A message for her

Joyce hangs up the phone after speaking to Oscar, who told her that he's coming right away. Meanwhile, she closes the door, telling the men they will have to wait. But then, just before she closes the door, the men also have a message for her…

Calling as well

"I'm afraid we're gonna have to make a call too, madam. We understand your resistance, but you see, you should have worked along.”

Those are terrifying words for Joyce. What could they mean by that? Unfortunately, this was not all, because they fulfilled their words and started calling right away.

Secret Service!

And even before Oscar gets home, members of the Secret Service have arrived! They have clearly responded to the call of the two men at the door, and are now surrounding the house!

Joyce panics. It's a threatening sight, and she wants to protect little Mark from it. But Mark is calm, suspiciously calm even.

Here for Mark

Oscar doesn't know what he sees when he gets home! The men do look at him, one of them even greets him, but it is clear that they are here for Mark and no one else.

What was going on in Mark's life that his parents had no idea about? Was he really that special? It started to look like it…

Asking Mark

Understanding that there is little time before the Secret Service will step in, Oscar and Joyce turn to Mark.

They hope that by approaching him in this way, Mark will tell them what he has to say rather than telling the Secret Service men. “

Why are they here, Mark?” asks Oscar.

“You should have listened’’

"I tried to tell you! But you didn't listen to me. Now I don't know what to say anymore. I don't understand my dreams, maybe they will…'' says Mark, pointing to the men outside.

Joyce is hopeful because Mark at least answered Oscar's question. But then something unexpected happens.

Coming in 

Because Mark pointed to the men, they took that as a sign that he wanted to talk. They therefore enter the house uninvited and ask if they can speak to Mark alone.

Mark then says, “You can go, mom. You too, dad. I'll be fine.'' And so the parents leave their son with their heads bowed.

Waiting

They wait in suspense. Oscar makes an attempt to catch some of the conversations by putting a glass on the wall.

Unfortunately, the secret service men seem prepared for this because he only hears the white noise of a device. It was clear that they were not allowed to hear this…

Waiting in silence

Twenty minutes passed. Joyce and Oscar had sat in complete silence for the first ten minutes, until Oscar asked, "

Do you think we should have taken him more seriously?" Joyce looks at him, without answering. She knows she needs Oscar now and vice versa, but can't help but sneer.

Arguing

“Maybe this is what happens when the father of a boy spends more time with his friends than with his family.”

Oscar looks up startled, and then replies in a fierce tone: “Oh, really? That's why there's secret service in our house, talking to our 8-year-old son?

That's my fault? Simply because I have a social life?''

Making up

Joyce doesn't respond, which also calms Oscar down. They look at each other, and understand that the reproaches are only due to the strange situation they are in.

They're making up, and it's just the right time, as there's a knock at the door.

Packing bags!

It's the two guys from the Secret Service. They tell with a completely neutral look that a bag needs to be packed for Mark. “

And if you want to come along yourselves, I suggest you pack two extra bags,” they add. What the hell could the men be aiming for?

Ready to leave

The two parents decide to obey, because at least they get the chance to stay with Mark. Joyce quickly packs Mark's bag, while Mark takes care of their own luggage.

They then go to the kitchen, where Mark is patiently waiting. Joyce strokes his head and asks him if everything is okay.

Reassuring her 

Mark nods. He has the idea that he might be the one who can reassure his mother and then says in a sweet tone: “

In a few days, everything will be back to normal, mommy. That is what I have agreed with these gentlemen. ”

Joyce does not know whether she should be relieved or worried.

Leaving

Just minutes later, they are in one of the vans. They have no idea where they’re going. Although it all feels very unpleasant, Joyce and Oscar do realize that the Secret Service treats them civilized.

From this, they conclude that the Service may rely on Mark. This turned out to be quite correct, although the danger was not yet over…

A large building

A little later, they arrive at a large building, which is guarded by several men. They are given a card to carry with them immediately upon entry, and it is explained to them that they are fed three times a day, but are free to ask for certain groceries themselves.

Then Oscar sees something.

Mark’s computer

He sees how Mark's computer is being installed in a room; it has the exact same decals on the side, and appears to be from the same brand.

He asks one of the men why they took Mark's computer and what they intend to do with it.

Looking at Mark

The man replies that Mark himself can explain this to them at a later time. Oscar looks at Mark, who doesn't realize he's being talked about.

He looks very tired, and has now laid down on the couch. It was clear that Mark was carrying a burden, and it was one of incalculable value…

Bad sleep

The investigation begins the next morning. The family has had a bad night. Oscar and Joyce because of their concerns, but Mark for a completely different reason.

That night he was monitored by a specific device. This had everything to do with his prophetic dreams…

Almost over

Shortly after breakfast, Mark is again taken aside, and is gone for many hours. This is the final part of the Secret Service investigation.

The end was in sight for poor Joyce and Oscar. Then Joyce and Oscar see Mark's computer being packed up, and they realize it's almost over, as two men approach them to finally talk them up to speed.

Special child

Mark turns out to be a truly special child, with supernatural gifts. Whether he actually lived his previous life on Mars is doubted, but seems more likely every day after the investigation continues.

Mark turns out to know more about Mars than any scientist and has a bright future ahead of him.

Man Has Weird Round Spots On Finger - When The Doctors See It They Call The Police

When Peter first noticed the strange holes in his thumb, he freaked out completely. He had no idea what could have possibly caused this or how potentially dangerous this was.

But he soon learns. He went to the doctor that very afternoon, but when that man took a look at it, the message for peter was not good.

The doctor called the police immediately after determining what was going on… 

Left with no answer

Peter was just left without any explanation. The doctor had done some tests on him and after seeing the results he immediately informed the police and ran out of the room, leaving him behind. Peter was starting to panic now as he now felt how serious this probably was…

Seeing red

And when he found out that the doctor had locked the door on him, Peter started to see red. He started banging against the door with his full weight trying to break it open.

And with a couple of hits, it gave way. He was now facing to face with the doctors that had locked him in…

The explanation

The doctor was now forced to give Peter an explanation as to what he had discovered and upon hearing it, Peter collapsed onto the floor…

But what had the doctor discovered? What were these holes in Peter’s fingers and why did the police need to get involved here?

Any Other Morning

Peter didn't notice anything wrong when he woke up. It seemed like any other morning. He had gotten up and shuffled to the kitchen to make his coffee.

He didn't even notice anything wrong while he made the coffee until he was about to pour it into his cup when he saw it and he was ready to scream.

Meet Peter

40-year-old Peter was a single man. He had dated in the past but it had just never gone well. He hoped that this time it would be different.

He'd spent a lot of time preparing for the date. He really wanted it to go well and it would be the first time they'd meet in person but not everything would go to plan.

Talk to Her Again?

He'd met the woman online and knew it was a long shot but he met up with her. The date was nothing extraordinary.

She really didn't seem that interested and he wasn't sure yet if he wanted to see her again, but the next morning he was sure he didn't.

After all, what was beyond strange. He didn't want to pull her into it when he didn't even know what was going on.

Something Strange

The morning after his date, Peter discovered that there was something strange about his thumb. It ached a bit but it wasn't until he looked closely at it that he saw exactly why his thumb was hurting and it scared the living daylights out of him.

What was happening to him?

Tiny Holes

Peter's thumb was covered in tiny holes. He thought that maybe something had stuck to his thumb, but bringing it closer to him, he saw that the holes were digging into his skin.

He pressed on it with his other fingers and it hurt a bit more. Something was very clearly wrong, but what?

An Insect

Peter's thought a bit. Maybe some insect had bitten him or even crawled into him? Maybe it had latched onto his thumb in the night?

But he'd never seen a bug do anything like this. Peter searched online and came to the conclusion that no bug had done this.

It had to be something worse.

Confused

The more Peter looked at his thumb the more confused he became. These weren't just tiny holes. There was something inside the holes.

He couldn't make it out, but he was sure there was something else there. The holes were hard and whatever inside was too.

He needed to do something and he had just the idea.

Get the Tweezers

Peter decided that he was going to try and dig out whatever it was in his thumb with tweezers. He went to the bathroom and pulled out his tweezers, but before he could dig into his thumb, he hesitated.

He didn't really have any idea what he was dealing with. Doing this could make it even worse, but he still had to do something.

No Doctors

Peter didn't like doctors. He preferred to take care of things by himself. He rarely would go unless something was severely bad and as much as he hated the idea of going to the doctor he knew that this wasn't something he should take care of by himself.

So he took the leap and called the doctor.

An Appointment

The doctor's office set up a semi-emergency appointment for that same afternoon. They told him that there would be others ahead of him, but they would definitely see him by the end of the day at the latest.

In the meantime, the doctor told Peter that he needed to do something for him.

Out of the Ordinary

The doctor told Peter that he needed to think about anything that was different recently that could've caused this. Anything out of the ordinary.

It would greatly help the doctor figure out what exactly was wrong. Peter agreed to think about it and hung up the phone. What could have done this?

He didn't really know.

A Hike

Peter thought back over the last week. He hadn't really done anything too out of the ordinary. He went on a hike through the forest a couple days ago.

He easily could've touched something out there before. Maybe a mushroom or a contaminated piece of moss? That could definitely be an option...maybe?

Too Many People

As Peter continued thinking, the hike didn't make that much sense. Surely other people had gone hiking on that same trail. It was a popular route.

He wouldn't be the first person to be experiencing this. There'd have to be other signs. He decided to rule it out as an answer, but there had to be something else.

An Average Guy

It was difficult to think of anything that was out of routine. Peter was an average guy. He didn't do much except hike occasionally and go to the local coffee shop.

He worked from home and didn't go outside that much. He really was a boring person, but then it hit him.

There was something else that was out of the ordinary.

Online Dating

Peter had gone on the date the night before. He'd been talking with the woman online for a while and had eventually decided to go on a date.

Peter had been excited to try out dating again. He still hadn't found his soulmate and was hoping that this date would go well.

Things would end up taking an unexpected turn.

The Date

From the moment the date began, Peter felt like something was off about the woman. She didn't really seem interested in him.

It was almost like she despised him but as soon as he would start thinking this she'd do something that showed that she was invested.

It was just a strange date, but there was something more.

Desperate

Thinking back Peter wasn't sure why she'd even contacted him in the first place. Looking through his messages with her he could see more and more that she didn't really like him.

He'd just been a bit desperate and wasn't thinking clearly. Could she have something to do with all of this?

Nothing Physical

Peter couldn't see how she'd have anything to do with this. They hadn't gotten physical at all and he hadn't contacted her since last night.

She hadn't messaged him either. If she had done something wouldn't she have said something? Peter wasn't sure, but it was time for his appointment.

He had to go.

Changing

Peter had no clue what was going on with his thumb when he left for his appointment. He continued to think while driving to the doctor's office, but he came up with nothing.

Luckily, the holes on his thumb didn't seem to be changing too much. They'd grown a bit bigger and were more obvious to the eye now, but it wasn't that bad.

Right?

Nervous

He got to the doctor's office and sat in his car for a second trying to come up with any more answers. Peter really couldn't think of anything else.

With a deep breath to calm his nerves, Peter walked into the doctor's office and signed in. He figured he'd have to wait a long time to see the doctor, but people had different plans.

Waiting Room

While in the waiting room at the doctor's office, Peter was getting a ridiculous amount of attention.

At this point, the holes in his thumb were very plain to see and everyone around him was shocked by what they were seeing.

Peter didn't notice too much until the rest of the people's curiosity became increasingly obvious.

Curiosity

The other people in the office didn't try to hide their curiosity. The few kids there wanted to go look, but their parents held them back.

Still, it was as if everyone forgot why they were there with their own medical complaints. Everybody wanted to know what was happening with him.

To be fair, so did Peter.

The Doctor

It was then that the doctor came out to call in the next patient. Everyone there collectively agreed that Peter should be seen first.

None of their problems were serious, but Peter's clearly was. Peter was a bit put off by this but thanked them nonetheless.

It was concerning, but surely he could wait. The doctor didn't agree.

The Doctor

Once inside his office, the doctor was able to take a proper look at Peter's thumb and he was shocked. He had never seen anything like this.

He would remember if he had. Something like this wasn't something you just forgot. And even more, the doctor hadn't even heard of anything like this in his medical books.

He was clueless.

A Few Calls

The doctor knew that this was going to take some time. He made a few calls to have his waiting patients sent to other doctors on call.

Peter needed his attention the most and he was going to make sure that they were going to find a cure for whatever was going on here.

Testing

The doctor ordered tests for Peter and while they waited for the results he studied Peter's thumb intensely.

The strange thing was that while earlier, Peter had felt some pain, he didn't anymore. His whole thumb was completely numb.

It didn't even hurt when the doctor pushed on it. This was a bad sign.

Permission

The doctor continued to investigate Peter's thumb and when he got the first results back he was disappointed.

The tests he'd ordered hadn't found anything yet. There were still some others he could have done but he needed Peter's permission.

It would take up a lot of Peter's time. What would he do?

Forums

Peter agreed to the tests and while they waited for those results, the doctor, who still hadn't found anything helpful, posted a few pictures of Peter's thumb on a medical forum.

He was hoping that some other doctor had seen something like this before. It would be a while before they got any response.

Private Messages

Peter decided that he needed some air and went to use the bathroom. While he was gone, the doctor received a private message from the forum.

He opened it eagerly hoping that it was the answer he'd been seeking. And to his luck, it was! But it was also terrible, terrible news, and everything would have to change fast.

A Big Problem

Another doctor had indeed seen this condition before and if they didn't do something soon it could turn into a very big problem for everyone, including Peter.

The doctor read the message again and again and knew that if this other doctor was right that he needed to take quick action.

Results

Peter's doctor waited for the results which came in almost immediately after he'd read the message from the forum. This was it.

He had the results and it chilled him to the bone. The other doctor had been right. Peter's doctor left his office and soon the whole place was upside down.

Empty Office

Peter returned from the bathroom. His thumb was not looking good. The holes were starting to spread to the rest of his hand.

He was getting really scared now but he knew he had to show the doctor. There was just one problem. The doctor wasn't in his office when Peter got back.

What was he to do?

Locked In

Peter was just deciding what to do when he heard something happen behind him. The door he'd just come through had been locked from the outside!

He had been trapped in here. And to make things even worse, he could hear the doctor telling others that he had called the police.

What was happening?!

Questions

Peter begged for an explanation through the door, but no one was talking to him. All the nurses and doctors were frantically talking to each other and nobody was answering his questions.

All he was told was that he needed to stay calm until the police arrived. But this was good enough for Peter.

A Million Thoughts

Nervous and scared, the staff's reaction to his thumb was really starting to worry him. What was so wrong? Was he going to die?

A million thoughts were running through his head. He tried to stay calm but that was becoming impossible. Peter did not want to die!

Desperate

Soon enough those fears were turned into anger. Why was nobody talking to him? With no other idea, Peter began to kick at the door.

He was desperate to get out. The doctors on the other side were yelling at him to stop, but Peter couldn't hear them over his own banging.

He was determined to get out.

Kicking In The Door

After a few kicks, the door lock broke and the door swung wide open. The people on the other side started screaming and Peter's doctor stood back.

Peter stood there panting hard. It hadn't been easy to kick the door open, but he needed answers and someone had to tell him what was going on right now.

Stay Back!

Peter's doctor ordered everyone else to get away and told Peter to stay back. He shouldn't get close to anyone right now.

The fear on his doctor's face told Peter everything he needed to know about his fate, but Peter was determined.

He told them that he wouldn't stay back unless they gave him answers.

The Police

Before his doctor could speak, 3 armed officers came into the building and spotted Peter. The doctor pointed at Peter and started screaming, "

It's HIM!". All three officers took out their pistols and aimed them carefully at Peter who was feeling faint now. What the heck was going on?!

Terrified

Peter quickly threw his hands up into the air as the police turned their attention to him. He almost had tears in his eyes and he begged them all to just tell him what was going on.

Seeing that the holes on Peter's thumb had taken up almost half of his hand now the police told him to stay back.

Isolation

One of the officers calmly explained to Peter that they would tell him everything, but he needed to be isolated immediately.

Peter agreed to the terms but firmly told them that he wouldn't hesitate to break open another door to get answers.

He was terrified and no one was telling him anything.

Cleaning Up

Peter went back into the doctor's office and the door was closed after him. Peter could see the staff coming in with heavy cleaning materials and they started cleaning everything, the floors, the walls, the door, you name it.

Finally, the doctor came to the door to tell Peter what was going on.

A Virus

His doctor firstly apologized for not telling Peter what was happening. He'd been scared. It wasn't every day that a person with an awful flesh-eating virus came in and he had to follow procedures that he'd never had to do before.

He felt awful but there was more.

A Plant

He discussed with Peter what he'd been doing the day before. Peter had taken a hike and then had gone on a date that night.

Luckily for Peter, the bad date hadn't been the cause of all of this. Instead, it was more likely that he'd touched some infected plant while out on his hike.

But which one?

Helping Out

Peter wasn't sure what to tell them. He told the police and his doctor which route he'd taken and what he'd seen that might be helpful.

He didn't know what else he could do. He was focused more on what the treatment plan was. Could they even treat him?

Or would this virus eat his hand off?

Everybody's Panicked

Luckily for Peter, the hospital had the medication they needed, but he'd have to be in isolation for a while.

The police had gotten involved because they had needed to talk to Peter about his hike, but when they'd seen him out of the isolated room they had panicked because his doctor had panicked.

It was a big mess, but there was more.

Treatment

They also had to make sure that no one else would get infected. Peter was transported safely to a better hospital where he could be in isolation and get treatment for the virus eating his hand away.

Fortunately, the medication paused the virus from spreading, and within a few days, it started reversing the problem. But what about the plant?

Finding the Plant

The officers had kept everyone off of the trail and after some heavy searching had found a plant that wasn't native to the area.

It was tested and found to be the cause of Peter's problem. It was uprooted and disposed of. There haven't been any cases since, and within a month Peter was completely better and ready to go on dates again.