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And I am back with another new Lab Rats story! :D
Here is a one-shot with Sabrina and Chase. Enjoy!
Second Chance
Everyone deserves a second chance. Sabrina knew that. She just didn't know if Chase deserved a second chance.
Sabrina didn't care if he was bionic and considered a 'freak' because of it. Deep down, Chase was a nice, kind-hearted guy.
However, with what transpired that afternoon, she wouldn't dub him as being nice or kind-hearted.
When this "Spike", as Adam had called him, came out, Sabrina was genuinely scared. There was more shock than fear, but she was definitely frightened and confused by what was happening.
She just stood there, watching as Spike trashed the living room and then started battling Adam. What finally drew the line was when Spike destroyed the molecule project that she and Chase had spent hours working on.
After that, Sabrina had fled the scene. She didn't know what happened after she left. She didn't dare go back to find out nor did she want to. She just wanted to get away from the monster Chase had suddenly become.
The next day at school, Sabrina was confronted by Adam, who began to explain everything that had occurred yesterday. Apparently one of Chase's bionic abilities or Commando App glitched and Spike went on a rampage. She was glad that Adam had decided to tell her, but it didn't change anything between her and Chase. Sabrina still wasn't ready to forgive him. She didn't know if she ever will forgive him.
The bell rung, signaling the time to get to class – Chemistry class to be exact. It was now time for Sabrina and Chase to present their project.
Sabrina walked to class, dreading having to go. Their project was destroyed, now turned to a weenie dog. There was no time to fix it. It was basically a lost cause.
Goodbye A plus. Sabrina thought, miserably.
"Welcome Sabrina, we're just about to start presenting the molecule projects." The teacher stated, seeing Sabrina enter the room. Sabrina nodded sadly, knowing she was going to fail. She said nothing and walked to her desk, avoiding eye contact with Chase.
Multiple presentations later, the teacher looked at her list and announced the next two students to present their project. "Sabrina and Chase." She said, looking up at the duo.
Sabrina and Chase both glanced at each other. They got up out of their seats and silently walked to the front of the class.
Sabrina sighed as she set the 'weenie dog' molecule on the desk. "This is our project." She stated, gesturing to it. There was no enthusiasm in her voice.
The students and teacher stared at the molecule. Some students had their mouths open in shock while others mumbled things that Sabrina couldn't hear – glad to not be able to hear.
The teacher cleared her throat to break the silence in the room. She forced a smile and looked at Sabrina and Chase. "Would either one of you like to explain your…" She paused and glanced at the project, unsure what to say. "…project?"
Sabrina made no reaction. Honestly, she wished she was somewhere else than here. Someplace where she wasn't embarrassing herself in front of anyone. Someplace where she was all alone with no one – especially Chase.
Chase noticed Sabrina's hesitation and knew exactly why. She probably hated his guts right now.
"We don't have all day." The teacher said, growing impatient.
If Sabrina wasn't going to step up and explain, Chase was the only other person to do it.
"I'll finish the presentation." He piped up. "Sabrina?" He looked at the girl, who was staring at the floor in a day-dream like state.
"Go on." She whispered.
Chase shrugged and continued to explain the project. Five minutes later and multiple yawns from students, he finished.
The teacher smiled. "Thank you for the wonderful presentation. The project may not be the best appearance-wise, but since Chase gave us such a thorough explanation, I'll be gracious enough to give you a C plus. How does that sound?" She asked.
Chase nodded. "That sounds fine." He looked at Sabrina. "What do you think, Sabrina?"
Sabrina couldn't handle it anymore. She wanted to escape so badly. This was probably the worst day she's had – ever. She just wished it would end already.
"Sabrina?" The teacher attempted to get the girl's attention. "Chase asked you a question."
"C plus is fine." Sabrina finally answered. She ignored the group of eyes staring at her and ran out of the classroom. She didn't want to be there anymore.
"Sabrina, wait!" Chase's voice called.
Sabrina didn't respond nor did she stop. Chase was definitely not the person she wanted to talk to or be around right now.
He's the reason all of this happened. He's the cause of it!
But it's not his fault! Don't you think he feels terrible about it? Just look at how hurt he is!
I don't care! I'm not forgiving him!
Doesn't he deserve a second chance? Everyone makes mistakes – even the bionic ones.
Sabrina stopped in her tracks, processing everything in her head. Maybe…maybe she overreacted just a bit. She knew – she saw – how bad Chase felt. If he could go back in time and fix all that happened that day, he probably would.
"Sabrina?"
Sabrina turned around to see Chase. She tried to speak, but she found herself tongue-tied. What was she supposed to say? What could she say?
Give him a second chance. You liked him from the beginning and you still do. Just let him try to redeem himself. Running away won't solve your dilemma!
"Look," Sabrina began. "Adam told me everything. I understand, okay? But…"
"But you hate me now, don't you?"
Sabrina sighed. "No…well…kind of. I mean I don't hate you. I'm just…conflicted."
"You're mad at me. I know."
"Okay, so what happened did upset me. I may be a little mad at you, but I don't hate you. Does that clear things up for you?"
"You'd rather not see my face ever again, right?"
Sabrina frowned. "Do you want a second chance or not?!" She yelled, frustrated.
Chase looked surprised. "What?"
"I'm willing to give you a second chance. To redeem yourself and show me that you are the nice, kind-hearted guy Adam claims you are. How about we go over to that pizza place tomorrow after school?" Sabrina suggested.
Chase couldn't believe what was coming out of Sabrina's mouth. "You actually like me? You actually want to go on a date with me?"
Sabrina rolled her eyes. "Yes, I liked you from the start, Chase. Was that not evident earlier? Bionic or not, I think you're a great guy."
"You do?"
Sabrina nodded. "Yes, if you can prove it to me. One date. We'll see how it goes."
"Deal. Shake hands on it?" Chase asked, putting his hand out. Sabrina looked hesitant. She wondered if she should do this or not, but she did make a promise with herself. She couldn't break it. She had to go along with it.
"Deal." She said, shaking Chase's hand. It was done. There was no going back now.
"Then I'll see you tomorrow."
"See you tomorrow." Sabrina replied. The bell rang and she and Chase went their separate ways. As she walked to her next class, Sabrina kept thinking about the decision she made. Was it the right choice to give Chase a second chance? Will everything just blow out of proportion again?
She will have to wait and find out tomorrow. She just hoped she wouldn't regret it.
The End.
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