This story is going better than I thought it would and I love writing it. From now on I will be referring to Spencer by her new name. It feels like a better choice but for those of you who are reading I will transition into it so no one gets confused. By far this is probably my favorite story to write for you all. As always, rate and review!
The silence around the pair made Quiet cringe. She didn't like that world around them was dead, void of life. Spencer woke with a meaningful hum. "I'm sorry that I fell asleep. I was just so tired that I couldn't keep my eyes open. I wanted to ask you something though, while it's still fresh in my mind. Why Silence? I mean I understand how you got your name, but don't you think our nicknames are too similar. I don't mind it, I was just wondering," Silence asked, her new name still ringing in her ears.
Quiet laughed softly, bringing joy to the younger girl's face. "I wanted us to be connected in some way, I just didn't know how to make it so until that word popped into my head. I also have a question for you. In your sleep you said you loved me. Did you mean it? I don't mean to embarrass you, I was only curious." Silence felt a blush creep onto her cheeks. She couldn't believe that Quiet had overheard her. She bit her lip and racked her brain for the words that her tongue refused to say at the moment.
"I'm sorry you heard that. Yes, I do mean it. I love you. You rescued me and became my protector, when you could have told my father no. You didn't even know me, probably still don't and yet you put your own life on the line to make sure I am safe. There are a lot of reasons to love someone, and to know that someone who has no connection to me whatsoever is willing to die so that I may live is definitely a reason." Silence smiled and kissed Quiet's cheek. Her heart swelled with emotion and Quiet knew that no matter what she would always be there for the girl.
Arcadia Bay. Nothing but ocean and mountains to surround the place, and yet a serene little town where Quiet felt they could finally relax. Silence tugged Quiet in the direction of the academy that stood in the distance.
When they reached the school, Silence was in awe of the gigantic campus. The dorms were much nicer than her old school as well. They walked into the main building and Quiet made a beeline for the principal's office. Silence followed swiftly behind and caught the middle of Quiet's intense conversation.
"I want her to attend this school. I must keep her safe and the only way I can do my job is if the people that are after her don't suspect anything. I know she is a little older than most students here but she can pass for a sixteen year old, which is really all she needs. She is extremely smart and talented, but she refuses to talk so pass that on to the teachers. I don't want them giving her any shit for being silent. Her name, as it may be, is Silence. Nothing else. Unfortunately I cannot give you her real name and I think it would serve you well not to ask. If you have any questions or concerns, you will let me know immediately. Also, I will be staying with her. Our outfits cannot be changed considering our physical state, so I apologize beforehand. Anyways, that's about it. I'd like for us to begin making her schedule, but not too many classes at one time. I want her to be able to take her time here," Quiet droned, in English, much to Silence's surprise. Principal Wells just nodded and gave Silence a once over. She was wearing a small crop-top and a pair of Daisy Dukes, her yellow high-top Converse complimenting her outfit perfectly.
Wells sighed and motioned for her to pick out the classes that she wanted to take, ultimately choosing photography and principles of art. Quiet giggled at Silence's excitement over her classes while Wells fished around in his desk for their room key. "You'll be in the Prescott dorm with the other girls, third floor. I hope you don't mind." Silence and Quiet both shook their heads and once the man was finished briefing them, they walked hand-in-hand out the front door.
"We should go check out our room, huh? I kind of want to see what it looks like. I'm pretty excited." Silence was unable to sit still. Quiet nodded and pulled her off in the direction that the principal had pointed out on a map of the grounds. Unbeknownst to them, a girl had begun watching them as they stepped out of the main building. She ran off as soon as they disappeared from sight.
"Max! You will never believe what I just saw. We have a new girl at our school and she looks really cute. Maybe we could help Victoria out," Kate said, out of breath. Max just looked up and nodded, a big grin forming on her face. This was their chance to help out the one and only Victoria Chase. Victoria had always had a thing for Max but Max and Kate had gotten together after Kate's suicide attempt. She felt bad for breaking the blonde's heart, but at the same time, she was the Ice Queen of Blackwell. They heard a door close next to them and looked at one another curiously. Max didn't have a neighbor so it was odd for them to hear the noises that were coming from the room next door. "Maybe we should go and say hi? It might be the new girl and her friend. I really would like to meet them," Kate exclaimed. Max just laughed and agreed. The pair got up and made their way in front of the door, knocking softly as to not startle the newcomers.
The door opened and both Kate and Max's jaws dropped to the floor.
"Hi there!"