AN: To EVERYONE: If you enjoy Percy Jackson and/or Ever After High. Take a look at Creator of Magic's first story Demigods at Ever After High. Its in my favorite list. Give this writer the love that you've given this story. Thanks dreamers!
To Sky: I'm also enjoying writing more calming situations for this story. But, these characters can only take a short breath before going back. During this calm time though, is there anything you want to see in the next chapter? Specific characters or pairings I could write some scenes for? Thanks for the review!
To Creator of Magic: Thanks for reading and reviewing all of my stories. I really appreciate the feedback. I welcome you to the Fanfic writing world. :) Please keep reviewing and let me know if you want to see other characters in the next chapter.
To Mia: Welcome back to the review section! I missed you! Glad you enjoy Matt and Donna's pairing as much as I do! I wrote a couple scenes in here and I hope you enjoy! Please let me know if you want to see any other characters in the next chapter!
Her first magic lesson wasn't as bad as Donna thought. Her mother had told her all about the source of their powers. Many grandmother's of queens ago, she had stolen magic from the moon during a solar eclipse. It was hard to explain how she had gotten it, but it was the darkest and most powerful magic. Only the ones of the darkest hearts could use it for all its worth. Her own grandmother was one of those queens.
After lunch, Raven trusted her daughter to go into the halls alone. Donna felt joy to blend with the crowds of students again. She gathered her books from her locker and headed her way to Riddlish class without seeing any of her friends. She didn't mind being alone in the sea of strangers. It made her feel like a normal girl. She looked up at a stirring in the crowd. Some people were pushing through the crowd the opposite way.
Donna couldn't see the faces of the two, until they were right in front of her. Eliza's pale grey eyes were the ones to meet her own first. Donna shifted her glance quickly to the bags under her eyes. Her face looked scarred in some way, but there were no other marks on the red head's face. Fauna came down behind her, but didn't look at Donna. The action was quick, but Donna felt as if it was in slow motion. There was something in Eliza's eyes.
She hadn't thought much about the triplets since she went into her trance. She knew Laura had influenced her greatly, but she still couldn't make up her mind if she was just being a good friend, or was planning to use her in some way. She barely remembered much of Eliza and Fauna, that was because they let Laura do all of the talking. She knew they were wiped of their magic, but it looked like their souls were taken too.
Donna continued to walk with the flow of the crowd to her class. She was deep in thought as she brainlessly set down her stuff and took her seat. In her mind, Laura's looked at her in a familiar way. Familiarly different. The small clip played on repeat. A nudge from her side made her snap out of it. Her eyes darted up to see a smiling Ally. "You alright?"
Donna knew she couldn't say no. If she did, she would go right back to psycho. She brushed off the thought of Eliza and just thought of if as a simple look that anyone would give her. She was probably just shocked to see Donna in her well state once again. "Yeah," Donna smiled an nodded. "I was just thinking about all the notes I'm going to have to catch up on."
"Oh that's nothing," Ally shook her head. "We only learned a couple sentences. Here, take mine." Ally handed her a red notebook. Donna thanked her and opened her notebook to copy. A little piece of paper slipped out of the binding as she opened it. Donna grabbed the paper off the desk and unfolded it. Stop drooling and ask him to the dance. It didn't take Ally too long to notice the not in Donna's hand.
"I can't believe I kept this," Donna smiled as she remembered the drawing of Indistinct Wonder. She could hear Ally start to say something, but the bell rang and class began. Donna copied down the notes quickly and tried to commit them to memory. She knew she would have to do a lot of extra studying for her classes in order to catch. She might actually need a tutor for a while.
While Maddie was rambling on in front of the class, Donna looked up at her desk. Matt was no where to be seen. This made Donna's heart speed up with nerves. Where was he? Was he okay? Thoughts continued to spiral in Donna's mind as she scanned casually around the classroom. He wasn't there. She could feel her face drain of color as nerves continued to build. She didn't what triggered it, but there was no stopping it. Her breath quickened a little. It felt like the after effect of the memories at the grave.
Then the door swung open. Matt walked in with a stack of papers. Donna's breathing regulated. "Ah yes, these our your assignments." Maddie said as Matt began to hand out the papers. "Thanks for getting them at the printer. Now you guys can work on these for the rest of class." Her heart beat began to slow as she calmed her nerves. He was fine. She was fine. Everything was fine.
"What was that?" Ally asked Donna as chatter filled the classroom. Ally touched her back and it made her jump a little. Ally looked a little scared.
"I was just thinking about all the stuff I don't know," Donna lied quickly,"I don't know if I'll ever catch up."
"You'll be okay," Ally nodded,"I would say I would help you but my campaign is getting back up and running."
"I think I just need extra time to study," Donna said as her paper slid under her arm. She looked up to see Matt didn't pay much attention to her. This was odd. He didn't even glance her way. Ally thanked him as he handed her a sheet and sat down in Maddie's desk. Donna couldn't help but keep her eyes on him. He looked down at his own notebook. Why didn't he say anything to her? Was he mad that she had to do magic lessons still? He did seem disappointed when she told him, but she would see him at the party later. he couldn't have been that mad, could he?
She focused her attention on the paper. All of it was in Riddlish. She tried using her notes to help, but it was no use. She just stared at it and tried to decode some of it. She filled in the questions she knew. Donna was about to ask Ally for help, but she knew the bell would ring soon. She began to go deep into her own thoughts. Thoughts about Matt and how his absence caused her nerves to go crazy. Was it just built up fear from before leaking out now? Donna didn't know for sure.
"You really don't get any of this do you snoopy?" Matt's voice was low and near. Donna jumped back in her seat and looked up to see Matt's face not very far from her own. Her heart rate race in a half second, then calmed as she studied his clam face. He was leaning his head down on her desk, but when she jumped back he leaned back from her. "Whoa, didn't mean to scare you."
"You didn't," Donna lied,"How could you tell I wasn't getting it?" She looked around the room to see Ally was now talking to Derek and Catherine at the back of the classroom. Most of the class was up out of their desks.
"Because your eyes stayed in the same place for more then two minutes," Matt raised in eyebrow as he grinned smugly. He leaned his head back down on her desk. "Did magic lessons shake you up or what?"
"No," Donna stood up from her desk and gathered her things. She placed the note back into her notebook and held the books tight to her chest. Matt stood up too. He looked at her for an explanation. "I was just deep in thought."
"You're struggling," Matt said simply. Donna was about to retort when he cut her off. "I caught your mom in the hallway." Donna nodded. It was true. Her first day back and she was already struggling.
"I want to get back to normal life on my own," Donna admitted.
"And you will," Matt nodded,"But you need help getting back on the dragon."
"I don't know," Donna shrugged,"I think Ally might try to help me." This was partially true, but Donna felt a little guilt lying to Matt. She did want to see him more, but not as a superior teacher. She would come to him if her extra study time fails.
"Good," Matt said as the bell rang. Donna turned and began to walk out the door. Matt followed closely behind. Once they stepped out of the classroom, Donna felt better about her nerves. When they merged into the crowd of students, Donna lost Matt. She looked around for him, but there was no sign of him. Again, her nerves began to quicken a little. She looked around for anyone that she knew, but no one was to be found.
She felt her body being pushed around as other student's shoulders hit her own. Her pace had slowed at her heart speed quickened. Out of no where, Donna actually felt herself being pushed against the lockers. The clang of the cold metal and her body made no effect on others passing. It sounded like the usual locker slams during this change of class.
After Donna hit the lockers her body fell onto the tiled ground. A second had past and Donna sat up. Who had pushed her down? It was weird. She looked up into the crowd to see only the usual students. Her eyes traveled down to her books. The note sticking out of her notebook. This image triggered her nerves again. Where was everyone else? Was she left to be all alone? Mumbles of chatter filled her ears. Before, she had like it, now she wished there was at least someone there to protect her.
"Donna," Matt called. Donna's eyes looked up from her notebook to see his face inches away from hers again. Had he been calling her name this whole time? She sighed at the sight of him. "Here." Matt grabbed her hand and pulled her up to her feet. She stumbled a little, but he steadied her by placing his hands on her waist. "What happened?" Matt asked.
She looked up into his blue eyes and simply wrapped her arms around him. Her face buried itself into his shoulder. Her hugged her tight for a moment, then picked her stuff off the floor. Donna still hadn't said anything. "I think you should go to your mom." Matt had said this and he lead her down to her locker. Donna wasn't surprised to see Ally was gone.
"No," Donna shook her head. She turned away from her locker. They were standing close that the locker door concealed their faces from everyone else. "I was just looking for you in the crowd and I just was knocked right off my feet. I couldn't process what had happened. I'm alright." Matt raised an eyebrow at his. His concern for her safety made Donna's stomach fill with butterflies. She wanted him to stay, but she had to let her nerves get under control. "Really. Now...go to class. I'll see you later."
"Alright," Matt was about to leave, but then turned back to her. He tucked her back behind her ear before kissing her left cheek. Donna blushed intensely. She was happy the locker door and the other side of her face blocked the kiss from everyone else's view. "I lo-" Matt stopped mid word and grinned. "I'll see you later."
During the rest of the school day, Donna tried to think about what might have cause her nerve quickly hushed her mind about it. Of course this would happen after being trapped in her own mind for almost a month. She was afraid back then, and now it'll continued in her life for a little while. Donna pushed the thought out of her mind and wrote down extra notes.
After school, Donna put her things in locker. Ally was pretty silent next to her. Donna was sure any second that Ally would wait for everyone to go into the 'surprise party,' then she'll suggest going up to the room. While she waited, she looked at the drawing of herself. It was one of the things she missed most while she was in the hospital room. It made her feel good inside. It also made her think of Matt, which also made her feel good inside.
"I suppose we should go to the room," Ally said suddenly as she slammed her locker. Donna took one final glance at the drawing before closing her own locker. Donna grinned and nodded. "You better act surprised."
"Yeah, yeah," Donna laughed a little,"I will for all of the work you put into this." Ally gave a small shrug and laughed a little. The two walked through the almost empty halls. Of course, Donna didn't see any in the direct friend group. Ally and she kept small conversation. Even though they are repaired everything for their friendship, there was a slight barrier between the friends.
When they got to the dorm, Ally turned to her before going inside. "Oh common Donna, I just have to grab my phone," she said this in a loud voice. Donna folded her arms and grinned as Ally laughed a little. She opened the door. The lights were all dark at first, then Ally flicked them on. Everyone jumped out of their hiding places.
"Surprise!" they all shouted. Donna tried her best to act shocked, but she started laughing after a little bit.
"Wow," Donna closed the door,"A party, for me? It not even my birthday."
"Welcome home Donna," Ryder was the closest to her. He put a hand on her shoulder.
"I really appreciate it," Donna looked around at the room again. "Did you guys do this all yourselves."
"Mostly me," Derek said sarcastically wile flexing a muscle. They all laughed a little. "But I guess the girls put everything up."
"Actually that was me," Matt said from the corner. Donna didn't even notice him in the room. He blended in too well. She looked over to him, he gave a wink, and she tried to hide her blush the best she could.
The party began. There was mostly conversation with music in the background. Donna liked the small snacks that were displayed on a table. With the beds there wasn't much room with all of the teens in it, but Donna appreciated the squished space. It didn't make her feel alone. A little later, more people came to the party. Donna recognized them from her grade, but they didn't speak to her.
The beds were moved, and the dancing began. Donna was shocked how quickly it had changed. She had lost the sight of Matt. She didn't freak out though. After a while, Donna decided to go out into the hall to get air. When she stepped into the empty hall, Derek was leaning against the wall, sipping from a plastic cup. "Aye Donna," Derek took another sip.
"Hey," Donna joined him in leaning against the wall and looking into the party through the small door. "Why isn't the bookball quarterback in on all the action."
"I'm not that much of an action guy," Derek shook his head,"What about you?" Donna didn't know for sure, she was just happy that her nerves were settled.
"I'm not one for parties really," Donna admitted. "I really liked it until I couldn't find anyone. I didn't expect it to change like that."
"Yeah," Derek shook his head,"Ally probably told some people at her campaign meeting and then it spread like wildfire. I'm just surprised that medium sized room could fit that many people." Donna nodded before looking down at her feet. "What's up?" Derek asked her.
"Nothing's up," Donna shook her head. "I was just thinking. At the beginning of the year, I thought you hated me."
"I never hated you," Derek shook his head,"You're my cousin, why would I hate you?"
"Well you came off as a big, husky, popular guy who doesn't give anyone his time of day," Donna shrugged. "I mean we've never really been the greatest of friends back when we were young. What changed?"
"Nothing really changed," Derek shook his head again,"You always came off intimidating to me when we were kids. I would see you pick on Ryder like how I pick on Lily, but it was just weird to me. I guess in reality, the family switch turned on at the dance. I realized that we got to stick together." He looked over to her and grinned. Donna gave an approving nod.
"Uh oh," Derek said as he straightened up,"I think she's looking for me. I'll go in so you can spend a few more minutes of peace out here." Donna watched Derek go in. She saw Ally peering through the crowd. She was happy she cleaned things up with Derek. It was pretty cool to have him as a friend. She was about to sink to the floor, but the sight of the mint green hair lit something up in her.
Matt was shuffling through the crowd. He got to the door, and his face relaxed. At first he had looked worried. "I thought you would be out here," Matt closed the door a little. "You okay?"
"Yeah," Donna said quickly,"It just got a little much."
"I knew Ally would blab," Matt folded his arms and shook his head while he laughed a little. "I knew you wouldn't be much for a big party." Donna shrugged a little. "Are you sure you're alright?" Matt took a step closer to her.
"Yes," Donna tried not to get angry. She took a breath and a step forward. She grabbed his hands. "I'm fine, really. I'm just a little overwhelmed, but I'll be okay." Matt nodded his head before grinning.
"You need a something to keep your stress level down," Matt put his hand on her back and pulled her close to him. "How bout a dance milady?" Donna listened to the up beat music.
"I don't think we have the right kind of music," Donna laughed a little.
"Very well," Matt let go of her other hand and pulled her into a single embrace. Her arms wrapped around his neck tightly as she rested her head on his chest. After a little time, they swayed back a forth slowly. Donna never want ed leave this spot. His warmth was the most comforting thing in the whole world.
"You know," Matt said in a low voice,"You still owe your toll for ditching lunch." It took Donna to realize what he was saying. She lifted her head and looked up into his eyes. She leaned closer to his face and began to close her eyes.
"Donna?!" Ally called from the door. Before it swung open, Donna tried to jump back from Matt. He kept a firm grasp on her waist. Ally came into the hall. Donna dropped her arms to her sides. Matt had a single arm on her back as she turned towards Ally. "Oh," Ally looked a little shocked,"Hi. Uh, everyone was wondering where you were, but I guess I'm interrupting."
"Oh," Donna said suddenly,"You're not interrupting anything. I guess I should back in. It is a nice party." Matt followed her into the party after she followed Ally. For some reason, Donna wanted to keep her relationship with Matt private. Or at least the romantic part.