Barry's pov

Joe covered for us with Captain Singh; saying we were investigating some cases away from Central City that might have ties to some of our crimes. To make sure that did not turn out to be a lie, I would do that upon our return; with the use of my speed as an advantage. By now, we said goodbye to our families for now; and all that was left was for me to say goodbye to Cait, Cisco and Dr. Wells, under the pretense of visiting family and working those cases. Again, not a wrong explanation.

I walked the familiar path from the hallway to the Cortex, where they were all gathered, thinking about what I was going to say. It's not that I could not find any words at all, I was just at a loss for the right words, to make sure they would not find out about my little secret. And they could read me like a book just by looking at me. Each in their own particular way. Cisco was one of my best friends; so he could use that to notice something was up with me; Caitlin would call upon her scientific knowledge of behavioral patterns, already having the knowledge of all my quirks and mannerisms; not to mention how sometimes she seemed more like a maternal figure towards her patience. She could have me figured out instantly. As for Dr. Wells, he seemed to eerily know a lot about me. A LOT. Like if he had been watching over me throughout the years somehow. I don't know. But I sure hope I can get through this without fail. Then Eddie and I would leave, using an old family heirloom of his; the Madhatter's hat. It could travel to other dimensions.

Anyway, I soon found myself greeting the team; and, sure enough; Cisco spoke

"Something's on your mind"

At the same time, if not before, Cait asked

"You ok? You look like something's bothering you"

Smiling at me, Dr. Wells spoke

"You can talk to us, Barry. We're here to help you."

I nodded

"Thank you. But I'm ok. I'll just be out of town working a case with Eddie and seeing some family. I'll be gone for an undetermined period of time, so I thought you should know. And I wanted to say goodbye."

They were ok with it, and, surprisingly; had no followup questions; and after I had said goodbye to them; Eddie and I left for Storybrooke; arriving without delay; and my jaw dropped at the sight before me. Beauty and magic, destruction and chaos... I hope I can help.