This story obviously doesn't follow the current storyline. I wrote it, because I couldn't stop thinking about what would have happened if Eli died when he crashed Morty. This is my take on how life would be for Clare if Eli's ghost began haunting her. It's got a lot less interaction with other characters than a story normally would, because I want you to feel how isolated Clare really is. I couldn't wait for Halloween to write this slightly creepy story, because I felt it was fitting with Degrassi Now or Never starting in less than a month. I hope you enjoy.
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Clare gripped her silver heels tightly in her hand as she tore down the hall of the hospital. She was sweaty and her makeup had smudged, but all she could think about was Eli. She flew around the corner, and what she saw let her know Eli was not alright. Cece and Bullfrog were slumped on the floor against the wall, a mess of limbs and dark clothing. She could hear and see the sobs moving throughout Cece's body as Bullfrog held onto her with all he had. She slowed to a halt, and approached the couple with the same caution you would a stray dog.
"Bullfrog?" she managed to squeak out.
He turned his head slightly to face Clare, and she was met with a tear-soaked face, and red swollen eyes.
"C-Clare. Oh, my God. Oh, my God. Eli didn't make it. He's j-just gone. H-he's gone."
That's all he could muster before he fell into a body trembling sob. Clare fell down next to them, and Bullfrog wrapped her in one of his arms. As Eli's parents cried, Clare sat there, completely numb. -
As Clare approached the entrance of Degrassi, she could sense all eyes were on her. Everyone was watching, wondering why she had shown up today. Alli Bhandari held her hand tightly as they made their way through dozens of stunned students, and into the school. It was nice to be able to feel another human being. Since Eli died, most people had avoided her altogether, fearing she would crumble if they got too close. Clare gripped Alli's hand tighter, and looked around at the surroundings. Everything looked just the same as before that night. The lockers, the uniforms, and all of the students were in place. Suddenly her breath caught as she remembered, not all the students were where they should be. Eli wasn't here, and it was unfair to him and to everyone who loved him. She could feel tears forming just as she and Alli reached their lockers. Clare quickly pulled the door open and used it to shield her face and the tears that were now streaming down.
"Alli, I need a moment to get myself together, she whispered. "You can go to class. I'll just meet you later for lunch."
Reluctantly, Alli left her to compose herself. Clare waited for the hall to be empty before closing her locker. She then tucked her books against her chest as she made her way to the bathroom. Despite the sun pouring in from the zen garden and every other window she passed, Clare began to shiver. She was all alone in the freezing hall, and frankly it was freaking her out. As she sped up, she heard a thumping sound behind her. It sounded like footsteps, which scared her enough to make her completely forget about using the rest room. Clare looked over her shoulder just as the footsteps stopped. All at once she turned back around and saw a familiar smirk on a face surrounded by dark hair before she screamed and felt a firm hand grip her shoulder.
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