Board Thread:Short Stories and Fanfictions/@comment-98.110.245.86-20191129190003/@comment-44510289-20191230205854

CHAPTER 6

'''“Sophie!” a voice called. “Wake up!” another voice called. Sophie groaned as she opened her eyes. Keefe had stayed late into the night, and when he had left, it was way past midnight. Sophie looked up to see Biana and Tam, shaking her awake. She jolted up.'''

“What are you guys doing here?” Sophie asked.

“The Collective, Black Swan, Council, and basically everyone is in your living room.” Biana answered.

'''“We’ve been here for half an hour already. Everyone’s trying to wake you up.” Tam added, smirking. He was just like Keefe, with a smirk and a snarky personality. And they were both LOVED their hair. They were so similar that they were always having mini quarrels. Sophie blushed, embarrassed that everyone was trying to wake her up. '''

'''“Okay, I’ll get ready and come down.” Sophie said. Tam and Biana left her room, as she got out of bed. Sophie quickly took a shower, and brushed her teeth. She put on a red tunic and white sash, with leggings. She combed her hair, and ran downstairs.'''

'''“Miss Foster.” Councillor Alina said the moment Sophie entered the living room. “I’m afraid you can’t always sleep in like this. Perhaps you shouldn’t stay up so late with Keefe, as for what Mr. Sencen tells us.” Sophie turned red. She glanced at Keefe, who was sitting on the sofa in front of her, giving her his trademark smirk. She also saw Fitz glaring at her. Sophie sat down next to Keefe and asked, '''

'''“So what happened that caused so many people to be here?” When Sophie looked around she saw, the entire Team Valiant, all twelve Councillors, every Black Swan member, basically teens’ parents-except for Tam and Linh’s and of course Lady Gisela wasn’t there. Marella’s mom wasn’t present either. And Glimmer. Sophie wasn’t very happy about the thought that she was present. '''

'''“Nothing happened Miss Foster.” answered Mr. Forkle. “We just thought we’d discuss our current situation, and all the new things we have learned. And yes, I see that you don’t trust Glimmer much. The Collective decided to give her a chance.”'''

“But she could be a spy!” Sophie blurted.

“But she’s not.” Tam said.

“Well, how do you know?” Sophie countered.

'''“I know her well enough to know that she wouldn’t do a thing like that.” Tam insisted. '''

'''“We’ll discuss trust issues later.” Granite interrupted. “For now, I think we should discuss stellarlune and its possible effects. I think most of us have caught up on the information we got from the cache.” Mostly everyone nodded except for Keefe, Sophie, Biana and Fitz’s parents. So Granite did a brief overview of all their information on stellarlune. The Council and the Collective started discussing how to use stellarlune for their needs against the Neverseen. But Sophie wanted to talk about the effects.'''

“Okay, so we know that the stellarlune affected Keefe’s new ability, but it didn’t seem to affect anything else.” Sophie started.

'''“Mermering has to do with your heart, and the mind comes second.” Keefe added. “Wait, Sophie, when Bangs Boy did his little shadow thing, where did it hit me first?”'''

“Your heart.” Sophie answered

'''“So maybe, wherever it hits first, it affects those powers. Like if it hit Sophie in the head, her Telepathy will become stronger, even though it’s so strong already.” Biana guessed. Sophie nodded, even though she had zoned out. She realized that she had a slight headache, and her arm feeling the same way it felt with her echoes.'''

“Earth to Foster.” Keefe said, nudging her, taking her out of her daze.

“Sorry.”

“Are you okay?”

'''“Yeah, I’m fine.” Sophie assured, even though Keefe looked like he didn’t believe her. They quickly filled her in on their theory that the stellarlune somehow makes that part stronger. If they did a little more research and some experiments with it, they could use it as an advantage. Sophie nodded along, trying her best to focus. They all looked at her to say something but she got saved when Edaline came and told them to take a little break from the drama. Sophie looked around to see the Councillors and the Collective debating. So Sophie led her friends ( and Glimmer (Sophie doesn’t consider her as a friend)) outside to Calla’s Panakes tree. She sat down, resting her head against the trunk. '''

“Are you okay?” Linh asked.

“Yeah, just a little tired.” Sophie answered.

'''“Yeah, so my suggestion is that you shouldn’t spend so much time with Keefe. Care to tell me what happened?” Fitz said angrily.'''

“Nothing happened.” Sophie mumbled looking down.

“Oh, I’m pretty sure I know what happened, Sophie, so don’t try to hide it from me.”

“What happened between those two?” Tam muttered.

'''“What happened is that Sophie decided to go continue her love life with Keefe, even though she told me after we broke up, and when I saw her with Keefe, that she was going to take a break from boys and all this drama. And you, Keefe. You went up to her, right? Even though she told both of us to stay away from her, you still decided to prance up to her, and apologize, just so Sophie will go to you.” Fitz yelled.'''

'''“No. I just felt bad. Don’t you think how we fought was a little unnecessary?”'''

'''“Oh, stop. You’re just happy that you ended up with Sophie. Some kind of a best friend.”'''

“Oh, if you want to talk about our best friend problem, I’d love to ‘cause I have a whole bucket full of complaints.”

'''“Okay, first of all,” Dex interruppted. “When did Sophie and Fitz break up? Did any of you guys know?” Everyone except Keefe and Biana shook their head. “Second, Fitz, you should really calm down. We all know what happens when you get mad.” But Fitz just growled.'''

'''“And why are you so happy, Dizznee? Happy that Sophie rejected me too? Not just you? Well, of course she would say no to you. All you can do is play with your little gadgets.” Fitz snorted. “Well, we all knew you would get a stupid ability because of your parents.”'''

“FITZ!” Sophie screamed.

'''“Hey! Don’t dis the Dexinator!” Keefe exclaimed.'''

“And why can’t I?” Fitz snapped.

'''“Because he’s my hero! Master elixir maker. Ultimate gadget manipulator. And we can’t forget the fact the he scored the Foster kiss before you!” Keefe said their secret loud and clear, smirking. Linh, Biana, and Stina gasped in shock.'''

'''“It’s not you think it is.” Sophie quickly said. “And Fitz. Dex isn’t what you’re saying. Dex cares about me more than you. I regret not being such a nice friend to him always, but he’s always there for me! And his ability is awesome. And it has got us through so many things. Alvar might’ve escaped earlier if it wasn’t for the Warden he made!” But Fitz ignored her, and walked over to Biana.'''

'''“And what do you have to say about this? Haven’t you had the biggest crush on Keefe since who-knows-when?” he asked. Keefe turned red and Biana flustered and began to look at her shoes like they held the secrets to the universe'''

“I’m fine with it.” Biana said nervously.

'''“Oh really. Weren’t you the one that would always mad because Keefe always chose Sophie over you. Weren’t you always jealous that Keefe only had eyes for Sophie?” Fitz growled.'''

“I don’t like Keefe in that way anymore!” Biana said.

'''“Oh really. But you like someone. Stop hiding stuff from me like Sophie.” Fitz only seemed to be getting more angry.'''

'''“Fine! If you really want to know....” Biana took a deep breath, and then as fast as she could, she blurted out, “I have a crush on Tam.” Biana face became red, and she looked in the opposite direction of Tam. Meanwhile, Tam’s jaw dropped. His face became red, and playing with his bangs.'''

'''“Okay! So, you have a crush on Tam. Big deal. But, seriously. Are fine with Sophie and Keefe. Even after all the times you told me that Sophie and I are perfect for each other?”'''

'''“Yes! I always thought they would be cuter. Shoot, I ship them!”'''

'''“Wow. You’re an awesome sister.” Fitz muttered.'''

'''“I’m sorry.” Biana whispered. She seemed to calm down until Fitz said, “You’ve become like Alvar.” Biana gasped, and tears started slipping down her face. Anger filled Sophie.'''

'''“Okay, you know what Fitz. How about you just leave, okay? It’s bad enough that you got mad at me before. And now you’re taking it out on your friends. And your own sister.”'''

'''“Oh yeah. Sure will! I don’t want to be here with any of you anyways! You know, Sophie I’m the one who got you through your reset. I let you do it so you wouldn’t be damaged and destroyed anymore. But turns out, you’re more damaged and destroyed than before!” Fitz pulled out his home crystal and leaped away.'''

'''As soon as he left, she buried her face in her hands and started crying. Hands wrapped around her, hugging her, and bringing her closer to the person. She looked up to see Keefe. “Don’t let him get to you. He’ll cool off soon.” he whispered. She nodded, then buried her face in his chest and sobbed. Keefe pulled off her gloves and sent her calm and cool breezes. After a few minutes, Keefe slowly pulled her up and dragged her inside the house. Sophie rested her head on Keefe’s shoulder. Sophie looked around to see that everyone was already headed inside, except for Tam and Biana. They were sitting in front of Wynn and Luna’s pen. Tam had his hands wrapped around her. Biana had her head leaned against Tam’s chest and she looked like she was crying. Keefe brought her inside, to see all the adults looking at them. '''

“Is everything okay?” Alden asked.

'''Keefe answered for her. “Not really. You might want to check on Fitz. After what happened, he won’t talk to any of us for a while. Not even Biana.” Then, before anyone could say or do anything else, Keefe took her upstairs to her bedroom. He sat down with Sophie on her bed and told her,'''

'''“You’re not damaged or destroyed. You’re the most powerful elf we have ever seen. You are kind, caring, and you make everyone feel better. You help everyone else through their tough times. So, now it’s our turn to help you.” Sophie the determination in Keefe’s eyes and she promised herself that she won’t let anything ruin her. Because she was Sophie Foster.'''