Penelope was in her room waiting for Josie. She knew the other girl will come, she knew her better than anyone and much more than even Josie gave her credit. Penelope was not a good girl, but she was not your typical bad girl either. She had her believes, her principles and she stood behind them in every situation. That is why she did that with the election, that is why she stood behind Josie who had no idea she was even nominated. She believed in that girl and she knew that if she was elected, she would work to better the position of witches and warlocks in the school and not use it for the self-promotion feeling high and mighty. She had her issues with Lizzie and a lot of bottled feelings about her. She believed it was her fault that she and Josie broke up. No one brakes up all of the sudden. It's not what happens. It doesn't happen few days after saying you love someone and share many intimate moments, not just sex but real closeness and connection. So, that is how Penelope knew Lizzie had something to do with it. She was hurt, she was in pain, she missed Josie, but she was a tough bitch and she made sure no one knew extent of her pain. Her pain was even deeper when she realized how Josie is hurt and she did some things to hurt her intentionally so she would punish her for the unnecessary pain she caused them…and she hoped that Lizzie would notice that her sister was in pain and she would leave them alone. She was not surprised when she realized that Lizzy was not noticing her sister's pain and continued to be so self-centered person. Only real friend Josie had was Hope and even that relationship was in danger because of how selfish and jealous Lizzie was. As expected, midnight brought Jose's letter telling Penelope to come to their spot in the garden. Penelope got ready and went to meet her very angry and intrigued ex.

Josie asked Hope to come with her and just be there. She couldn't face Penelope alone, especially since all other students were asleep. Night was always their time of the day. She would sneak out of her room and spend most of the night in Penelope's room or outside on their bench or even in the garden. She had strong feelings for Penelope and she knew that if that girl wanted her back it wouldn't take her long to let herself be back into Penelope's arms. But she couldn't do that. That is why she needed Hope.

''Why do you need me? She is just your ex, not some sort of monster.''

Josie gave her a look.

''She is not a monster Josie, but it's easier for you to see her in that way.''

''She hurt me Hope and today she hurt Lizzie.''

''Ok, first of all, you hurt her too and she didn't do anything to Lizzie.''

''She lost the election because of Penelope.''

''Are you sure it was because of Penelope? You think it had nothing to do with the way Lizzie is?''

''She could have done it. I would have helped…''

''To be honest, Penelope did a favor to the students. I know you love her, but your sister is…''

Hope had to be careful how would she put her opinion in words that Josie would not see as an attack on her sister.

''…not capable of seeing others and thinking about their needs and wants. Lizzie only sees Lizzie and what she wants, she needs… and you know that somewhere deep inside. She is your sister, she matters to you and that's ok and normal. Problem is that others don't matter to her. For that reason, you are the right choice. You care about people, even when they don't deserve it.''

Josie didn't see things same way Hope did. She knew Hope was not fan of Penelope, so saying something positive about the girl was a huge thing for her. If she said all that, it means that she really agrees with Penelope. They were not friends and nor really enemies. There was some inexplicable respect between them. They had amazing powers and they learned spells with such an ease and natural talent. Watching two of them do magic, was magic itself. It looked like she and Hope were born to do magic, like they were magic and there was no spell they couldn't learn or do. Hope was a granddaughter of one of the most powerful withes ever, but no one knew why Penelope could do amazing things too. And there was one more thing that connected the girls; they were versed in the black magic too. Josie knew Penelope was fascinated by the dark and very powerful magic but she never practiced in front of her or even spoke about it. She found out by accident. She found some spell books in Penelope's secret chest. She kept that secret for her and also Penelope kept some of her secrets too. She found in the library books of offensive magic and she was learning spells from them in secret. Lizzie was often out of their room, so she had time and space to do so.

Penelope was very nervous. She will see Josie and she had no idea where their conversation might go. She knew it would not be pleasant, but had no idea how far they would go to hurt one another if they get into one of their arguments. She pretended she didn't see Hope hiding behind the rose bush near the bench where she and Josie usually met during their time together. She found it cute that Josie brought a secret chaperone.

''Hello Josie…''

''Why? Why would you do that?''

''What do you refer to?''

''The election…. Why me?''

''Why not? Who would be better than you?''

Josie wanted to say her sister's name, but Penelope didn't let her speak.

'' And, please, don't insult my intelligence with saying your sister's name.''

Josie huffed and felt frustrated with the other girl. She knew Penelope and Hope were right about Lizzie.

'' Like you are not interested in the position on the council?''

''Honestly, I am not. ''

''Really?''

Josie didn't see that coming. She expected Penelope to start prizing herself and saying she was born for that moment to rule the school.

''I know I would suck at it. I don't have a sensitive bone in my body, so I know I would suck at being a representative. I don't like many people at that school, they don't like me and I don't see myself defending people who can't stand me and talk shit behind my back… I know where your mind is going. It's true. I am surrounded by many people, but they are there out of fear not because they are really interested in being my friends and by my side. I don't take care of people. I take care of myself and few exceptions…. You do take care of everyone. You let them walk over you and you still take care and cover their crap…And that is your natural state.''

''What are you talking about?''

''You are taking shit from your sister and doing nothing to stop her from stepping all over you. She is desperate when you are good and happy. She feeds on your misery and enjoys seeing you sad and unhappy. She is using you as a doormat and you don't react. You just let her…never take a stand or try to tell her no. I'm guessing she never heard you say that word. Do you know how to say no to her?''

''This is not about her!''

''Hmm… I believed you wanted to see me to state your opinion on the topic that your sister didn't get what she wanted…this time… And you are frightened what sort of stupid thing she would do to draw attention …''

Josie lowered her gaze.

''It's time for you and Hope to stop cleaning up her mess.''

''What mess?''

''Kitchen… She demolished kitchen few times… She didn't do her community service after the game. You and Hope did her work…Hmm… Your notebooks disappearing… weird accidents you had when she didn't get what she wanted…What else?''

''I get it… Ok, you don't have to list all the things.''

Hope agreed with Penelope. She was a witch with capital ''B'' and she couldn't be the one fighting for anyone else's interest. She had sense for justice, but her methods were sometimes very specific and cruel. But Hope had to give it to the girl. She knew who she is and she knew what things she could or couldn't do. She also was impressive how perceptive Penelope was. Hope noticed pretty recently all the things she was saying about Lizzie. She did help Josie clean up her sister's mess and she was honestly also sick of the way Lizzie treated her sister. She had to give it to Penelope…again.

Josie was silent. Penelope was studying the other girl and she just smirked at how deep in her thoughts Josie was.

''There are many more things… And you let her get away with everything. You just keep quiet and let her hurt you.''

Josie looked at Penelope and responded a bit hurt and angry.

''And there are things you do and I never said a word to anyone. Things that could get you grounded or even expelled…''

''But I never used any of that. I never hurt anyone with magic…''

Josie knew Penelope was right. It was a bad move.

''But you already knew that….''

She approached her and pushed some hair from Josie's face.

''I… I….''

''From the moment we met and started dating, you knew who I was. You knew that I have thing for forbidden things, for dark, for prohibited. You knew I love good adventure and that I am all in when I give myself to someone. I never pretended to be anything else. You love me for who I am, but you never had courage to give me the place I deserve in your life. You never feared your feelings or saying that you are dating a girl. But you feared fighting for us and giving our relationship the place in our lives it deserved. You never fought for me and the love we have. What hurts me the most is the fact you never fought for yourself. You just gave up on things for Lizzie. You always put her first, forgetting what you want. And how did she repay you? You got the position in the council and she got to have sex with Raphael in the gym, just because you might want him and he wants you.''

Josie couldn't believe what Penelope just said about her sister. She also was surprised that Penelope noticed that she sort of liked Raphael. Feelings she had for him couldn't ever compare to what she felt about Penelope, but she did like him. He could have been someone who could help her maybe get over Penelope.

''What?''

''Your sister dearest in screwing your potential love interest in the gym just because you took the seat at the council and someone wants you….''

''She would never do something like that.''

''Oh, she would do exactly something like that…''

''You don't know her. She loves me.''

''She might, but its selfish love. It's love that drains you and cuts you away from everyone. We broke up because she wanted all of your time and couldn't stand the fact that you are happy, loved and that you might need someone in your life. Someone who is not her and someone you could really love and belong to. She hated us because you were happy and we were close. She couldn't stand sharing you. That is why she hates me and hates Hope.''

''No, she doesn't hate Hope. She hates you because you hurt me and you do things to provoke me….''

''I hurt you?''

''Yes, you didn't have patience and understanding for Lizzie needing me.''

''And what about me needing you?''

''You don't need anyone Penelope…and I hate it…''

''I needed you, but I never said anything because I hoped you would see that. But you didn't. You only had eyes and ears for what Lizzie might need. You didn't even think about what you need. If you did, we would not be here.''

''And where would we be?''

Penelope looked at her watch.

''I believe that at this time we would be making love in my room. We would be finally alone because your beloved sister would be sound asleep and her slave would be free to have some fun and life of her own.''

Josie smiled at the memory of them making love in Penelope's room and Penelope doing all sorts of sweet things for her.

''And you would be showing off with new spells you learned… ''

''And you would roll your eyes saying I am just like Hope, braking rules every breath I take.''

''You are… Two of you live for braking the rules.''

''We might, but you can't deny that Hope and I know how to have fun with magic.''

''Once my dad sees you…''

''I think he knows about small portion of what Hope is doing. That's why he is taking her with him everywhere he goes. She is like hot bodyguard he has.''

Josie's smile was now gone.

''You think she is hot?''

''You don't?''

''She is like sister to me.''

''But not to me…''

Penelope gave her a wink. Josie started feeling sick. She could forgive making out with MJ, she could forgive other girls she flirted with, but she would die if she hooks up with Hope.

''Hope would never do that.''

''Why? She is single…. I am single…. Imagine how hot it would be. Especially all the magic we could do together and all...''

''She would never do that….''

''Why? You don't think I am attractive enough for her?''

''She would never hurt me like that…and she doesn't like girls…''

Penelope was satisfied. That was small confession from Josie that she still cared about her…maybe even…. But she didn't let her mind go there.

''I am glad that the only reason is her not liking girls… I would be deeply wounded if you said that I am not attractive enough for her.''

Penelope gave her one of those looks that completely paralyzed her and she always told the truth.

''No one could ever say you are not attractive… You are most beautiful girl I have ever seen and everyone wants you. You could get anything you wanted…without even using magic…''

Penelope was surprised with the sudden fall of Josie's walls. It was very honest answer and something she didn't expect to hear. She touched Josie's cheek and Josie cuddled her face into her hand. She missed Penelope's touch. She closed her eyes and just enjoyed that tiny skin on skin moment. She stomach was in knots again. She felt some weird flickering all over her body and then she heard something unusual. She opened her eyes and saw bunch of all color butterflies around them.

''You can say what you want about me… But I can still give you butterflies like no one can.''

She gave her a peck on the lips and left.