CHAPTER 3
Pietro had an idea, it was lame but it would have to do.
Turning to the two coaches he said, "If you don't let me leave right now, I'll tell everyone of you," he pointed at Mr. Workman, "were kissing him." He pointed to Mr. Pent.
They were outraged.
"You will do no such thing!" yelled Mr. Workman.
"That comment has earned you a detention young man!" growled Mr. Pent.
Pietro smirked, "Great! See you Friday detention!"
Then he dashed out of the room, nearly colliding with Cyclops, leaving two very dumbfounded men behind.
Tabitha awoke.
Slowly she stretched her muscles, she still felt a bit faint.
She gave a moan as her head began to spin.
"Hello, I'm glad you're awake."
Tabitha turned to the source of the noise and was handed a cup by the school nurse.
"It's sugar mixed in water, it will help get your strength up."
Tabitha slowly sipped the sweetened liquid.
"Thank you."
The nurse beamed.
"No problem, you go when you're up to it; oh there's the phone."
The bell rang for lunch break.
Tabitha swung her legs over the side of the hospital cot.
I have to find the others.
Todd smiled.
Finally, perhaps he could snag a wallet to try buy some food. If not he could stuff some apples under his shirt for him and the others. Eagerly, he head forth for the exit.
Lance was messing around with a tray left by another student and was trying to make a meal out of it. He looked over at the vending machine.
I'll try and get the others a cool drink.
He walked to the machine and used his powers to shake the drinks into the slot.
I hope Toad is okay.
Pietro was waiting at a table by the side of the cafeteria. He tapped his foot impatiently.
Where are the others?
His thoughts were interrupted by Mr. Workman appearing at his side.
Don't give up, do you?
"I'm sorry to bother your lunch Pietro, but please for my sake?"
Pietro stared straight at him.
"Please die." He said flatly.
Before he knew it, a meaty hand lifted him by the arm and his toes were only just brushing the floor.
"There's only one way to find out for sure Tom."
Pietro swung his head back and his eyes widened with realization.
Mr. Pent was just about to pull Pietro's shirt up when he was met with a punch in the jaw.
Pietro didn't stop there. He was wild, kicking and punching at the man.
"LET. GO. OF. ME!"
The second coach grabbed his arms and pinned them with one hand and reached for the hem of his shirt.
"NO!" cried Pietro.
What no one counted on was Lance Alvers pummeling into them screaming,
"YOU GET OFF HIM NOW, OR I SWEAR I'LL SMASH YOUR SKULL!"
Now these were two grown, physically strong men. But by nature and experience Lance was a brawler. Pietro fought with such intensity, vigour and desperation it was though he were fighting for his life.
It took the X-men, a couple of jocks and another teacher to get them separated.
Lance wiped a small dribble of blood off the side of his mouth with the back of his hand, glancing at Pietro he said, "Let's move."
They both ran.
Hands grabbed at them and there were shouts of warnings.
They dodged teachers, tables and various obstacles. Just as they neared the doors, Tabitha burst through them.
"Guys, we should leaveā¦."
She couldn't finish her sentence as the boys rushed by her and Lance caught her by the wrist.
"Good idea!" he said.
Pietro grabbed her other arm,
"Yeah, great minds think alike!"
They yanked her with them and out the doors, their feet could be heard thudding against the tile floors as they ran.
Jean frowned.
Professor, I think we may have a situationā¦
Lance gunned the engine for the last few blocks to their house.
They had just driven up to the Brotherhood house and they noticed a forlorn figure sitting on the sign.
"You O.K. Toady?" asked Tabitha.
"No, yo," said Toad. "I got nailed."
Pietro gave him a playful push. "Don't worry, by the sound of it, we all did!"
They all trudged in, talking at once about their day and why and how each of them had cut school short. The talking stopped instantly as they walked into the kitchen. Standing there was a very unexpected and though none would say it, very unwanted guest.
"Now Pietro." Said the cold, harsh voice.
Pietro visibly paled at the sight of Magneto, his father.
As the two left, the remainders together and silently pleaded to any force humanity and mercy, to let Pietro come back safe.
