Author's Note: So my lap top got a virus thanks to my brother. I'm working off my mom's computer. Which is only when she decided i am allowed. So i hope you will be patient. Anyway here is the next chapter. And it is very loooonnnnggg. Hope you enjoy it.
Also thanks to everyone who reviewed and picked this story!
My eyes flew over the pages of the book. I was getting to the beginning of the climax. I was only a few sentences into it and then the book disappeared. I looked around and I saw Lash's arm reeling back to him with my book in hand. I groaned.
'Why am I being singled out today?'
I grabbed my bag and slung it over my shoulder. I'd rather not have that go into the hands of these idiots too. I walked across the cafeteria and when I got in front of them they were both laughing.
Lash "Coming to sit with us, Babe?"
My anger when up a little at that little endearment.
I rolled my eyes, "Not in a million years. I just want my book back."
Speed chuckled, "What do we get in return for our generosity?"
Before I could reply Lash looked me up and down, "How bout a date with me sugar lips? We could have some real fun."
Inwardly I shuttered, 'Never would I want to do anything your suggesting. And what is with the pet names? God I just want to rip out his voice box.'
"How about not beating you up?"
Lash chuckled, "How about just a kiss instead? I'd love to see if you taste as sweet as you look."
'Hopefully Johnny won't be to mad after he sees this.'
I stepped closer to him and gave a wicked smile. Which in turn had him grinning like he just won the lottery. I reached my hand for the book and Lash pulled me closer to himself with the unoccupied hand. A small noise came out of my mouth. Somewhere between a gasp and a groan.
'Not one of my greatest ideas.'
Speed "Seems like she comes around fast."
I looked at Lash and smirked, "Big mistake Stretch."
I got a look of confusion from both boys. My body powered up on my command. Using a cross between fire and electricity I hit both of them. Although Lash got it worse since my hand was on this shoulder. See the way it works is that I send a small burst of both power to the area I'm using (hand, foot, etc.) and it gives them a small, non-harmful, jolt of electricity while you have a fire burn that's on the skin. Although the burn will last for at least a couple days. You could hear Lash's outburst of surprise. Few moments later I could hear the heels clicking on the floor.
'Seems I'm not getting away with this.'
I grabbed my book and stepped back.
"Ms. Knox."
I turned to face Powers, "Hello Powers. How's your day?"
She sighed, "Speed take Lash to the Nurse's Office."
I started to walk away, "Not so fast Ms. Knox. You're going to the office. We have things to discuss before you got to the detention room."
I smirked, "Lead the way."
We walked out of the cafeteria. Although I didn't notice the eyes from a man with a fiery aura.
As we entered her office I took a seat and she stood behind her desk. Looking at her body language I knew that this would not be good.
"Jennifer, we have a situation."
With that said I have a very good idea what exactly was going on.
"So I take it that I'm receiving a warning that either A. My brother will not be getting out on time or B. My father has come out of hiding."
She sighed, "Do you always have to be so perceptive?'
I shrugged, "Better than being ignorant."
She chuckled, "That is true. Now what are you going to do?"
I sat back in the chair, "If he gets too close than I'll go into hiding again. What else is there to do?"
'It seems that I have made her believe that I can handle this. That I am unaffected with the knowledge that he once again wants me back. I guess she just hasn't noticed that I am a fracture away from breaking down.'
She looked at me for a moment as if she knew a different way; that she knew I knew a different way, but would not choose it.
"Seems you have this all figured out."
I gave her a sad wistful smile, "Or so you would think. Now I'm going home. I need to get my apartment secured. That's ok isn't it?"
She smiled, "Yes. Although you'll be doing the same homework all the others have gotten today."
I groaned, "I knew there was a reason why those books where on your desk."
I looked closer at them, "Although they all say Hero."
"You and I both know what you did at Power Placement. You also showed your powers, or should I say one of them, in the cafeteria. Now get going I know you also have work tonight."
I got up and hugged her, "You know it's a good thing no one knows you're my Godmother."
She smiled, "Very true. Now go Goddaughter."
I used my telekinesis and grabbed my books. Giving Powers a small wave and going out of the main office. Walking through the hallways on my way to the main doors.
'How could he decide to come now? Why now? He knows I will not work with him, only against him. What if he gets me back into his control again? This time would I be able to get out of it? Did he find a way to make the serum stronger? Would I be used a weapon upon-'
That's when I bumped into someone very warm. Causing myself to fall. My power control dropped which results in my books dropping as well. I glared up at the person and realized it was Warren.
"Hello."
After saying that I turned and got on my knees. Trying to get all of my school books. I went for my Hero Literature book and a warm hand was on top of mine. Startled I looked up at him which results in me looked into his eyes. For a moment I let myself stare into the comforting brown eyes. Then I looked down shyly.
"Are you ok, Knox?"
I gave a weak laugh, "Yeah I'm fine. No need to worry."
'Nope my dad is coming after me and I'm not freaking out. Nope not at all. Although you don't know this and don't need to know this.'
He gave me a looked saying you're about to crack, "Can I help you to your next class?"
I stood up and he handed my books to me and I was still looking at the floor.
"I'm not going to class, I'm going home."
Threw my bangs I saw him smirk. My stomach suddenly had butterflies.
'Snap out of it Harmony.'
I grabbed the rest of my books that were at random places on the floor.
I stood up and he gave me my book.
"Thank you Warren. See you around."
Walking forward and then had a hand grasp my arm.
"Knox are you sure you're alright?"
There was genuine concern in his voice. It almost made me have my breakdown right there.
I jerked my arm away and he let go, "Its fine. Warren you couldn't help."
Then I moved my feet forward before I gave them the chance to collapse. I was by the main doors before I knew it. I had to get as far away as I could from the man who could make me feel calm and uneasy all at the same time.
'Johnny if you're able to talk please this is important.'
I got to the edge of Sky High and looked down into the closet.
'Here goes nothing.'
I stepped over the edge and felt the queasiness in my stomach as I rapidly fell. When I was about thirty feet from the ground I slowed my decent and then moments later I landed on the ground.
'Seems I will have to wait until later to talk to him. Hopefully sooner rather than later.'
I walked down the street. Realizing I was only two blocks away from my apartment. I was reading the aura's around me the whole way home. I didn't want to let any aura colors I didn't like near me. I came across a few sulfur looking ones. Although those only meant anger. They couldn't be because of my so I let them go. I also came across a few older people that had a white aura. It made me sad because they all seemed so happy. White is an aura that lets you know that you will be meeting your maker soon, very soon. Then I let those thoughts go. This made me think of my father once again. A small burst of anger and fear went through me.
'He won't be able to get me this time. I'm ready if he thinks about attacking me again. He won't know what hit him.'
As few moments later I walked into the lobby of my apartment complex. All the auras read fine. Even on the upper levels. Walking up the stairs at a steady pace. The books had my forearms hurting. It was like a small burning in my muscles. I finally got to my floor and pushing the door open. No one was in the hallway. I heard the floors make the usual groans as I walked across the floor. When I reached my door I leaned my books against the door and reached with my of my hands for the keys. As I pulled then out the door to the floor opened and closed softly. My adrenaline started to flow into my body. It seems I am quite paranoid. Although I shouldn't be. He only came out of hiding a few hours ago. I heard the footsteps as they came this way. I held my breath as I felt there aura. When I saw the color I was relived. It was Yellow; joy, freedom, non-attachment, freeing or releasing vital forces. It was just Mrs. Wong.
I shook my head, 'See there was no reason for you to be paranoid.'
I put the key into the keyhole and twisted it. The door opened and the crystal on my wrist started too jingled in alarm. Before I could do anything a hand was on my arm. I turned to see Mrs. Wong.
I smiled, "Hello Mrs. Wong. How have you been? Your business"
She gave me a smile in return, "I have been well. As has my business. You should come by tonight and see the changes."
"If I can I will. I have no idea if I have to work of not. Although I will try to come this week."
She beamed, "That is good. Now this came for you today and I signed for it since you were at school."
She placed the small package on my pile of books.
"Thank you so much Mrs. Wong. Now I'm sorry to rush but I have to go. Homework has to be done."
She gave a small musical chuckle, "I remember doing my homework, or should I say not doing it. Seems you are a better girl than I was."
I smiled mischievously, "You never know Mrs. Wong. Thank you for signing for this. I'll talk to you later."
She walked away chuckling. I smiled and walked into my apartment. I walked in and put the books and package on the coffee table. Then I walked back to the door and closed it as well as locked it. I put my keys on the hook and took of my jacket placing it on a hook also. That was when I felt a faint brown aura. I racked my brain to remember what brown was.
'Brown; unsettling, distracting, materialistic, negating spirituality. Seems I have had a visitor. Also that I set the security too low today.'
The aura was only in my living room.
'Seems you wanted to see if you could get in. Although the aura expands to my room.'
I smirked as put my hand on the door, 'My door knew you weren't supposed to be in there. At least that security held.'
Walking back to the coffee table I looked at the package. When I saw who it was addressed to I stopped. It was an illusion trick. As I stared at it at first is said Harmony Knox. Slowly it faded and said Jennifer Charlotte St. Ives.
'I better call into work, call Powers and then somehow get ahold of Johnny before i even touch this.'
