Violet's POV

It's been a while since I've spoken to Professor H. He told me to wait at least one week before speaking to him again, because of some business trip he had or whatever. 

I mean, I guess it's necessary for us super-humans to get out and travel, but I feel worrisome and all alone. He's literally the only person I know who I can talk to about all of this superhuman crap. And now he's not even here? Shameful.

Anyways.

The first couple weeks of school have come and gone, and I haven't told anyone about my newly-found powers... Not even my best friend or my mom know! It's tough to keep a secret like that from the people I love, but I guess for what it's worth, this secret I have is worth keeping... For just a little while longer.

Ray's POV

Nixon has been freaking out for ages about Violet, saying how she's 'too quiet' or 'never around anymore'. It's starting to get a little on my nerves. I mean, I guess I see his point, but still. The guy should stop worrying about Violet and take some time for himself. I mean, I guess I shouldn't be one to talk since I've never had a girlfriend before.

But, like Nixon, I have noticed a few things.

Violet and Astrid are usually like two peas in a pod. But these past few weeks, Violet's gotten a bit... Distant. I mean, Josh is always a bit distant too, but you know what I mean.

I know, it sounds cheesy, but it just doesn't seem right. Every day after school she would walk home with us, and not talk, or walk near the back with her head down, or with earphones in. She doesn't even ride her bike into school anymore!

Sometimes, she would disappear right after school without even telling anyone. I found that a little suspicious, knowing that she's so up and bubbly all the time. 

I remember her saying something about never telling a lie, but something's telling me there's something she's keeping from us. I honestly can't believe I'm saying this, but...

I have to go talk to her.

Violet's POV

It's Wednesday, and no one brought up anything on why I've been so mysterious lately. Whew, I'm getting through yet another week with this secret.

Sorry, guys! I thought, It's just that I have this huge secret that I kinda have to keep a secret my entire life, and--

"Violet?" Iris said as she and Astrid stopped me in the school hallway, "Are you okay?"

I lost whatever thought I was thinking of and made a fake smile.

"Y-Yeah! I'm fine..."

Iris looked at me with a sorrowful expression. "If there's anything you need to say, you can tell any of us." She looked at Astrid, who also had a sorrowful expression.

I had a sudden thought that hit me like a slap in the face. I wracked my brain, trying to see if I had told them about my powers or not. Then I realised that they were talking about something else.

I had broken up with Nixon just a few days ago because it was too difficult to keep up with, and I don't think I'd be able to commit my everything to that relationship because of my powers, and the secrets I'd have to keep. It sucks, and yes I'm torn over it, but it's probably the best thing that could've happened to me right now.

I smiled and opened my locker to get my things, hoping that Iris and Astrid would leave me alone. Luckily for me, they did. I waved bye to them as they left the building.

Finally, some time for myself! I thought excitedly.

I barely get any time away from people when they aren't worried about me, so to me this felt extremely nice.

I watched Iris and Astrid and the rest of my group of friends head home through the back field, then turned around to go back to my locker.

When I turned around, I yelped and jumped back. Ray was standing right in front of me!

Next thing I knew, I tripped over my own two feet and fell right onto my butt! Ow...

Ray burst out laughing and put his hands on his knees. I just looked at him, confused about what the heck just happened and why he was laughing at me. I narrowed my eyes and stuck my tongue out at him.

"It's not nice to sneak up on people like that, you know!" I said angrily.

"I know. I just wanted to see your reaction." He replied as he finally stopped laughing.

He put his hand out to help me up, so I took it. As soon as I stood up, I brushed myself off and walked over to my locker, getting my things. I looked down the empty hallway, wondering why it took only 10 minutes for everyone to clear out of the school, including the teachers. We were the last two people in this hallway.

Without looking at Ray, I asked;

"What are you doing away from the group? If you go now, maybe you'll catch up with them."

He walked over to my locker and stood beside me, watching me cautiously. I could feel his eyes burrowing into my soul, searching for something. Searching for an answer... Oh no! He knows that I'm hiding something! Crap, I have to avoid spilling any information!

"I... Just wanted to make sure you were okay, that's all." Ray said. He rubbed the back of his neck. Why does he seem uncomfortable in this situation? I should be the one who's uncomfortable. Hello, girl with a secret here!

I turned to him and eyed him suspiciously. "That's... All?"

"Well... You see..." He broke eye contact. Man, he's really having trouble. I stopped what I was doing and turned to him fully, dropping my arms down to my sides.

"Dude. Just spit it out. We're the only ones here." I point to the empty hallway behind me. He looks around, finally noticing. I can see a bit of relief in his expression.

"You've been kinda... Distant lately." We locked eyes again. "Is everything okay?"

He dropped his hand back down to his side and furrowed his brow a little bit.

He's probably the only person you can trust right now, Violet. Just tell him already! This secret is tearing you and your friendships apart! I thought to myself.

"Well, you see-"

Then I dropped to the floor.