song for the chapter - haunting by halsey

As much as I was hoping for a peaceful wake up, I didn't get it. Instead, I got a blaring alarm and shouting, as usual. Opening my eyes, Ray was shouting at the three of us to wake up. Henry was groaning next to me before standing up. Charlotte had pulled a pillow over her head in the chaos.

"What's wrong?" Henry yawned and attempted to fix his hair.

"Dr. Minyak hacked into the news channel! He's broadcasting right now!" Ray started pressing a bunch of buttons on the desk, the alarm silencing. I sat up and pulled Henry's sweatshirt down from where it moved during the night.

Henry immediately became more alert and made his way towards his boss. "Well pull it up!" He shouted.

Ray spun in the chair, facing his sidekick. "What do you think I'm trying to do!" He shouted back.

I nudged Charlotte with my shoulder, "I think they need you, Char."

She groaned and uncovered her head for a second before yelling, "Red button!" before covering herself again. Ray searched the desk before hitting the correct button. He gave Henry a pointed look as the news came up on the screen.

"Now that we have a good amount of viewers, let me explain. My name is Dr. Minyak. I'm one of the best criminals in Swellview. I'm joined by my assistant, Nurse Cohort. We have finally come up with the final plans to take down your precious Captain Man and Kid Danger. Let me introduce you to our newest team member."

The camera turned from Dr. Minyak and Nurse Cohort towards a woman with long blonde hair. She was facing the camera with a sly smirk on her lips. Her body was covered in a long, skin tight, black dress that had a slit that opened and fell along her leg. Her makeup covered face couldn't distract me from the series of dots running across her shoulder. I knew that tattoo.

"Mom!"

The word left my lips before I could stop myself. I immediately slapped a hand over my mouth and threw my head back against the couch. Of course.

"Wait, she was helping Dr. Minyak?" Ray directed his question toward me.

I shrugged and stood up. "I guess. I figured you would know since they called you in."

Charlotte groaned again from the couch, "No chance in getting back to sleep down here," She huffed. Making her way to the desk, she leaned her arm on Ray's chair.

"This, citizens of Swellview, is Agent M. She is the mastermind behind our plan, which we will initiate as soon as this broadcast ends. Be ready, we're excited to rule you all." Dr. Minyak moved himself and Nurse Cohort back into the frame.

"Did you turn it off yet?" He whispered.

"Turn what off?" Nurse Cohort asked.

"You idiots, the broadcast is still on!" Agent M, my mother, hissed.

There was a moment of static before the screen went black. Ray hit a button and the monitor went back to normal. I sighed and dropped my head on Henry's shoulder. His arm came up and pulled me closer, tracing patterns in my shoulder blade.

"Do we have their location?" Henry asked.

Ray started searching for the spot. Henry let go of me to help him. I made my way back towards all the blankets and pillows and began cleaning up. Charlotte came towards me and grabbed a stack of blankets and pillows before motioning for me to follow her. We went through the secret door and I followed her down the hallway until we found where to put everything. I started to go back to the Man Cave but she grabbed my arm.

"If you go in here, Schwoz, the one guy we always talk about, designed a virtual closet so it designs an outfit just for you. I used it last time we were here but I figured you'd want to change out of your shorts and stuff. There's two so I'll go in the one right next door," She suggested.

"Okay, I might just move in. This place gets cooler every time." I excitedly pulled open the door as Charlotte laughed. The room was completely white except for a PearPad hung on the wall. It was about the size of a bathroom at a restaurant, not huge, but big enough.

I made my way towards the device, nerves taking over. This was insanely cool. Maybe this Schwoz guy could put this in my room. I tapped the screen, watching as the Captain Man insignia spun around before "exploding" and leaving red and blue dots all over. They reformed into a round button. I pressed it, causing a loud bell to sound through the room.

"Please state your name."

"Um..Jocelyn Adams."

"Searching database...Jocelyn Adams, age 17, Swellview High School, found."

"How would you like to dress, Miss Adams?"

I bit my lip in thought, something tells me today would be interesting. "Let's do something cute, but comfy. Oh and some cute makeup!"

"Creating your outfit...Outfit found. Would you like to change now?"

"I guess?" I shrugged. I probably looked insane just talking to myself.

"Please chew the piece of gum presented and blow a bubble."

I waited until a small tray slid out of the wall, a glowing blue ball of bubble gum resting in a holder. I picked it up carefully and put it in my mouth. I chewed a few times and began blowing the bubble. I heard the sound of it pop and my eyes were flooded with so many shades and colors, it was mesmerizing.

When it finished, I looked down. Sure enough, my shorts and Henry's hoodie had disappeared and I was now wearing capri leggings and an oversized sweater. My hair was curled and part of it twisted back into a halo on my head. My fluffy socks were gone and were replaced with all white converse. Gold rings adorned my fingers and I felt a necklace on my neck.

"Wait what happened to my other clothes?" I asked aloud. Kinda wanted Hen's hoodie back...

"Would you like to receive your previous clothing in the form of a gumball or in a bag?"

Knowing my luck, I'd lose the gum, so I opted for the bag. A blue bag was dropped in front of me with the clothes inside. I grabbed it off the floor and made my way to the gray door which stood out against the white walls.

Charlotte was leaning against the wall when I got out, her hair fixed and a flannel with jeans replaced her pajamas. "Hey! I'm guessing you enjoyed that?"

"Yes! I want one in my room." I started walking by her side.

"We can talk to Schwoz. He told me he would put one in my room too so maybe this will remind him," She laughed.

We made our way back through the secret door and tossed our bags on the ground next to the couch. Ray and Henry hadn't found the location yet, and I could tell they were getting frustrated.

"Guys..guys," Charlotte attempted to get their attention but failed.

"Ray Manchester! Henry Hart! Listen to me!" She stomped her foot this time for emphasis.

Both heroes turned to face her, shouting in unison, "What Charlotte!"

"They're probably hiding now because they know the broadcast reached us. They don't want to ruin their plan already. You're better off looking tomorrow," Char explained.

"Ugh, she's right. We're just gonna have to lay low, kid." Ray turned to face Henry.

The blond boy ran his hands over his face, an annoyed groan leaving his lips. "How am I supposed to be okay knowing some psychopaths are out there searching for my girlfriend!"

I looked at the ground, my face heating up at his words. No matter the circumstance, Henry always made Charlotte, Jasper, and I his priority. Now that I knew he was Kid Danger, he would be extra careful.

"I understand you're worried, I am too. They directed their threat towards us after all but Charlotte's right, we just need to lay low until we get a sign of their plan." Ray put a hand on Henry's shoulder, his face serious.

Henry huffed and tugged on his hair before mumbling an agreement. He wasn't supposed to go on any emergencies with Ray anyway, but I chose not to say anything. I was worried too but we don't even know if they know where to find us at all or what they're planning. It's best just to wait until they reveal themselves to us.