At the Hospital
Violet slowly opened her eyes. She found that she was in a room with white walls and birds painted along the top. She rolled her eyes to the left and a bright sunshine beamed to her face. Violet tried to sit up. The first movement of her body sent a surge of immense pain throughout her entire body. She collapsed back on her bed, panting and whimpering in pain. A minute later, the pain diminished.
"Violet honey, take it easy." said a voice.
Violet slowly turned her head to the right. And right in front of her was her mother with baby Jack-Jack sitting on his lap.
"Mom. . ."
Violet. . ."
Helen helped Violet sit up on her bed. It was hard for the young girl as pain rushed through her body with every movement. However, she was so happy to be back, safe, and with her family, she didn't care how much it hurt. Next, both mother and daughter shared a long embrace with each other. Tears were cascading down from the two heroines' eyes and streaking down their faces. Jack-Jack just sat there, smiling.
"How are you feeling sweetie?" asked Helen.
"I'm still hurt, but I'll be alright." Violet replied.
"You really scared me to death back there Violet. You didn't have to do that. I never thought Syndrome could be so merciless to you," Helen touched Violet's face, "even to a young Super like you."
Violet sighed. "I'm sorry for worrying you mom. I couldn't stand Syndrome impersonating a hero. I had to do something. Even if it means getting myself beaten up."
"I thought you were going to die Violet." said Helen, brushing Violet's hair behind her ear. "Call me crazy, but watching you getting beat up probably hurt me more than you actually taking it."
Violet looked at her and smiled. Helen smiled back. A moment of silence followed.
"So mom?"
"Yes honey?"
"When the Omnidroid attacked the city, I was fighting it alone. Things didn't turn out the way I hoped as I was defeated. But before it finished me off, you guys showed up. How on earth did you know that I was in trouble?"
Helen answered, "We were at home. When your father turned on the TV, he saw the Omnidroid attacking the city. He was about to jump into his Super Suit when I stopped him. I reminded him that we were out of commission and are not allowed to do hero work. So he, Dash, and I just watched, assuming Syndrome would just fly in and save the day. We were very surprised to see you fighting. The moment we saw you, we were all shocked. We knew you couldn't stop that thing by yourself, so we had no choice but to break the rules and save you."
"Thanks mom." smiled Violet. Her smile then slowly became a frown. "I thought you were mad at me and don't care."
"Violet, what on earth are you talking about?"
Violet looked at her mother with a solemn look. "I thought that having no powers would be something good. I wouldn't have to cancel my dates with Tony, I would have more time with my friends, but thanks to my Super Powers and Hero Work, I have no social life at all. I was ecstatic to be granted with an opportunity. I was surprised to see that none of you guys took it the way I wanted. Dad threw a fit and almost punched me. That was when I thought that neither he, nor you didn't love me anymore and wanted me out because I wasn't a Super."
Helen wrapped an arm around her daughter. "Violet honey. I wasn't mad. I was just surprised. I thought you were happy that people liked you for who you are, not what you are. I mean, why does Tony like you? He could've gone out with any girl, even the most beautiful, most popular girl in your school. Tell me why did he choose you?"
"Well, he likes me because I'm smart, kind, cute, and pretty." Violet started to blush. "I mean, those are only few of the things he told me."
"You see? Tony likes you because of who you are to him. He doesn't care if you are a Super. All he cares about is you."
Violet beamed. "Really?"
"Absolutely." said Helen. "The powers make you special Vi. It isn't a curse. Your powers are a gift to you. Think about it. How many people would be dead if you weren't there to save them?"
"You're right. I was being selfish. And I'm sorry that I thought you would be angry and would never love me again."
"Violet, we will always love you. We don't care if you do or don't have powers. We don't care if you are a Super or a Villain. You are part of this family and no matter what, we will always love you."
Violet felt a warm feeling throughout her body. She was fighting back her tears, happy knowing the immense love that her family has always given to her.
Helen got to her feet and headed toward the door. "You should be out the next day. I'm going to feed Jack-Jack. It's his lunch time. Dash and your father should be here in a couple of minutes."
Violet smiled. As she waved good-bye, she collapsed right on her bed. She fell into an easy sleep as the day drifted by. The next day, Violet was healed to a full 100. She left the hospital and arrived at her house. . . at the same time Rick Dicker returned.