"J-Janus?" Virgil spun around to see the boy stood, wringing his hands.
"Hey virge." he mumbled quietly as he stepped into the room fully. The anxious boy ran into his arms and hugged him close. He was so warm. He didn't realise he was crying until Janus spoke up. He didn't even know he could cry.

"What happened Vee?" the taller teen said as he sat Virgil and himself on the stools in the classroom. The anxious boy took a moment to compose himself before he began to speak.

I've been so good, I've been helpful and friendly

He thought back to all the times he was polite and kind towards the kids in his middle school.

I've been so good, why am I feeling empty?

He looked up at Janus with his cold, sparkless eyes.

I've been so good, I've been so good this year
I've been so good, but it's still getting harder

As he said this, he looked down at his arms.

I've been so good, where the hell is the karma?
I've been so good, I've been so good this year

He thought ye hat if you did something good, then something good would happen to you. Well maybe karma hated him.

"Why are you feeling like this?" Janus asked.

Why, are you asking me why?

He said as he stared at the boy in front of him.

My days and nights are filled with disappointment

He said as he looked out of the window.

Fine, oh no, everything's fine

He said as he waved his hands in the air. He turned back to his friend who wore a concerned expression. He could tell that Virgil was holding back. So he used his quirk. Suddenly, everything that Virgil kept bottled up came pouring out of his mouth.

Cause I've been so good, I've been working my ass off
I've been so good, still, I'm lonely and stressed out
I've been so good, I've been so good this year
And I've been so good, but it's still getting harder
I've been so good, where the hell is the karma?
I've been so good, I've been so good this year

He said as he stared at Janus blankly as the boy's quirk set in.

The school bell rang and Janus realised that they needed to head outside or they'd get detention.

Virgil didn't stop though.

Time, I know we're out of time
But what if sad thoughts come and I can't stop it
Bye, I don't wanna say bye
If only I could keep you in my pocket

Virgil continued as fresh tears fell from his eyes.

To give me some diagnosis of why I'm so hollow
Please give me instructions, I promise I'll follow

He begged as the quirk started to wear off slightly.

I tripped on my ankle and fractured my elbow

He said as he showed the bandage on his arm.

I try to explain the good faith that's been wasted
But after an hour it sounds like complaining

Janus stood up to leave with Virgil when said boy grabbed his arm.

Wait don't go away, can I lie here forever?

The anxious boy asked.
Janus smiled.
"You're getting better Vee."

You say that I'm better, why don't I feel better?

"The universe works in mysterious ways."

Janus said as he pulled Virgil to his feet.

But I'm starting to think it ain't working for me
Should I be good?
Should I be good this year?

Virgil asked as he looked into Janus' eyes. Janus smiled sadly.
"Why don't you come hang out with me and the others?" he asked the smaller boy. Virgil simply nodded as he followed his friend out of the room.

Heyo my little danger noodles!

Sorry I took a long break from this book but I'm back now!!

I hope you like this chapter as this is one of my favourite songs.

Stay safe💜💛, stay great and stay proud🏳️‍🌈. Oh and don't forget to procrastinate.

Peace✌️

~Kadence