Your mind still couldn't believe it, sure it was understandable, still...April's response was a flat out NO. And that was it. She stood by what she said, speaking for the two of you. She wasn't going to do anything. She was still angry and hurt from what happened. You could feel it and see it in her eyes. Even when you tired to reason with her, tired to protest, she shut you down quickly.

"Sister!?"You said shocked."Sister, please reconsid-"

"NO!"April snaps back. Her eyes and words heated with fury. Doing her best to grip her control."We're not doing it..."

"But others wil-"

"That's not our problem anymore. I mad-We have a life here NOW."

"Sister, please...What would Master Splinter say?"

"He's dead! He can't say anything!"She shouts back, putting up resistance."Everything is dead. Even that past. May, those days are done. Their over. If..."She stops herself looking at you, staring back at her hurt and confused. There was something she wasn't saying."Like I said. The answer is no. Now finish up and leave me and family alone. I don't want to see anyone of you here again. Or so help me..."She gives everyone a cold and threatening look, causing everything in the room to levitate. Warning.

And that was the end of it. Of it all. They left. Donnie and the others. No sign of them any more. Even after a full month passing, you still wanted... After so long finally being able to see them again. You where filled joy, sure it hurt for a second. Thinking about what happened...back then. Everyone was affected that day, that day left a hole of pain and sorrow in many. Mainly April. Though you remember bits of it, you remember mainly the crying and pain.

April.

Your father.

Leo.

Splinter.

Raphael.

Casey.

Nearly everyone. The Mighty Mutanimals, Shini...everyone. You still feel the imprints of them, before it happened. Even so...despite all that you knew it was right to help. It was what Master Splinter would want. The others too, at least in their memory. It was a surprise finding out everything Karai told you, it scared you. Knowing.

Though you had your own pain, it wouldn't prevent you from doing what was right. But the real reason...this new group. The 00's worried you of what might happen to them, dealing with them. The past compelled you to want to prevent anything that might befall them.

Sighing, you glance at the clock reading the time. The lecture for class was going to be over soon. So caught up in what happened last night, you didn't take any notes. So you just put your things away and left once class was over. Your moral compass wanted to join Donnie and the others, but, you didn't want April to be hurt. You didn't want to hurt your sister.

You felt yourself being pulled apart inside. You didn't know what to do, which path to choose. Stopping you look up at the blue clear sky lost. The day was so beautiful yet you couldn't experience it. The wave of people walking around you, all of them could be hurt. Panic and guilt began to rise, there just had to be something you could...

"NO"

April's word shouted through your mind, bringing you back. Back to reality. Like she said, that was life anymore. Clenching your books close, hurry off campus. Unaware of eyes following you.


"So far nothing. There hasn't been sort of contact."

"Their both just going day by day like nothing happened."

"Still, we can't be too sure. I smell hidden rats."

"It's quite clear, they don't want to join."

"Even so, we just have to make sure. It's crucial."


April walked confidently down the streets, in her mustard polyester straight cut t-shirt, dark low rise skinny jeans, double flat chain purse, dark sunglasses with golden rim, black stone necklace and dark ankle heeled day was nice, just like everyday. She stops for a second and looks up a the billboard, and smirks.

There she was, one of Barcelona's top fragrance ad model. And a good one at that she was. It provided a life for her, her sister and father. For the last few years. She didn't expect her life to this way, it was quite ironic really. Thinking of her sister, back in those days. How and they her family ended upon coming here. She wasn't sure why, why she chose this place, here took make her family's roots. It would have made more sense to go back to Ireland. But, that would be too obvious. On her way to another shoot, she lifts up her glasses just a bit, she was sure her eyes saw something. Then again it might just be the glare.

Shrugging it off continues on her way. When she remembered something, digging in her purse takes out her phone and instantly calls. Waiting for the ringer to end and for the other to pick up.

"Hello? May?"April spoke."...Oh, voicemail. I forgot. She's in class. Anyway May, I just wanted to let you know..."


Class finally ended, looking at your watch you had some time before you had to go. Packing up their things waiting for your professor to pass out the last month's papers. Your name was called and you hurry down, thanking them. Looking at it, you had the highest grade. Passed. A. Nothing new. Though you would be thrilled you just couldn't feel it. Still you played it off and left. Hurrying down the steps, out of the building and off campus.

On the street. Looking at your phone finding a voicemail from April, which you would listen to on your way to work. Racing down the street, phone by your ear, hear what April left.

Reaching your job, you look around having this strange feeling someone was watching. No. You where looking and hoping to see...Karai. Or someone maybe. That one time, your mind still played it, leaving you to expect someone's arrival. But, sadly no one. Scratching your wig, which you hated and go up the stairs.

Entering the premises.

"She just went in. Let's go."

In restroom, you quickly change into your attire from your daily attire to work. Putting your hair in a ponytail. Which was really the only style you could do with this wig. Buttoning up your high collared sleeveless shirt, putting on the black tie, matching the pencil skirt and one inch heels. Required to wear as your uniform.

Looking yourself over, you where ready. Putting on a smile you exit. No second had you started, your co-worker Carlos gave you someone's order. They where out on the rooftop venue. Which was fine, the strange thing was they asked for you. Carrying the tray with one hand, with ease. Take the elevator for workers to take and head up.

Leo. Raphael. Master Splinter. Everyone was there, sitting around the television ready to watch the nights Friday movie. Mikey of course picking. Much everyone's displeasure. It didn't matter deep down. It was just nice. Sitting next to your sister. Who smiles back.

Ding.

Brought you back, the elevator stops, doors open and you step out. Your eyes look around, it more the evening people liked to come up here and sit under the night sky. In the afternoon though, was rare. Or just didn't happen. The tables where empty, except for one. And couldn't believe who was sitting there, waving you over.

This was shock, if not a surprise. Unsure whether to be upset, confused or thrilled. Your sister's words made the pick for you. Furrow upset and annoyed. It would be easy to just turn and walk away, but, this was your job and should your manager find out. You would be in trouble. Feeling cornered like a rat, had no choice but to oblige. Walking over to them, placing their order down. Trying your best to do as much minimal talking.

"I believe these are your orders. Seniors."You grumble. Giving one glass of wine, along with the bottle to the one on the right. Then a two dishes escudella and "Is there anything, you might need?"

"Well, this quite a transformation. From your previous accommodating, sweet self." GB said acting like he was hurt.

Even though he was acting, it still affect you and you felt bad."..."

"GB."Joe scolds him."Sorry, please don't feel bad."He offers you a seat."Please sit."

You shake your head refusing."No. But, thank you."Your tone changes back to its kinder one."I must say, I am surprise, you are still here. Honestly, I had assumed you all had left."

"You're friends and us are pretty good at hiding. Especially your friends."Joe said, making you smile faintly knowing what he said was true."We've just been-"

"In the shadows."You finish his sentence. Nodding your head."Yes. I know. That was what we were taught. Stick to the shadows. Look, I would like to apologize on behalf of my sister's behavior and response. I-I...She's not like that."You defend her."It's just...well..."

GB drinks his wine."It's alright. There is no harm done."

"Still..."You sigh.

Joe seem to read between the lines."Then there's no reason to be beat around the bush."He stands up. You look up at him."Here."He slips something in your hand."We don't want to keep you."He smiles. With that he sat back down.


After a few hours your shift ended, changing back into your civilian attire and head home.

"Father."You announce yourself."I am home."Shutting and locking the door behind you. No sign of April. No response from your father, meaning you had to go check up on him. Making your way up the spiral stairs, to the next level and go to his room. The door was shut like always.

Gently you knock."Father? It is I, May. I just wanted to let you know, that I am home. Is there anything you might need?"No response. He must be resting. Placing your palm on the door, you could sense his presence. He was there. Good."Alright. I shall leave you alone. Goodnight father."

Going back down stairs, you head to the kitchen and decide to warm up some left over food. Looking at the lonely meal and sigh. Taking it to the balcony, over looking the city lights. The lights made the city beautiful, it sort brought a smile to your face. The gentle wind blew through your hair, your wig to more accurate.

You hated it.

Your eyes still looking over the city, all these people. You could feel their essence. Their aura. Energy. Emotions. You could see it, their light. Beaming brighter than the city lights themselves.

And it pained you. Regret and shame rooted in you. Splinter's disapproving eyes weighed heavily on you. The wind carried his presence and words. Gripping the railing, you swing yourself over, stopping when you sense April home.

Climbing back off railing, just as April comes out."Oh. You're out here."She said rather surprised and walks over. Quickly glancing over the side."It's a really nice view."

"Yes. It is."

"You okay?"She suddenly asked.

"Oh. Yes, I am."You smile."I am just thinking that is all. I have some papers coming up, that's all."

April chuckles lightly."I see. Well, they should be easy for you. With a brain like yours'."She gives your forehead a playful flick."Tonight is so peaceful..."She sighs."I can't remember when the last time we've had such a peaceful breeze. Don't you just enjoy this?"

"..."You hesitate for a second and agree."Yes. I really do."Stare back over the city."...I...really...do..."