All according to plan (Unordinary AU)

Bullying (Interlude)

*Aiko POV*

After mom took me back home she fell asleep so quickly. I walked to the kitchen and saw a pile of knives in the drawers. The thoughts were creeping up to me until someone came to mind

*Flashback*. 

Michael: Aiko take it from me. You don't want to keep that up

Aiko: Why?

Michael: God even in Boston I can't escape the "why" questions. It's because you would be missing out on so many opportunities in life.

Aiko: Like what?

Michael: Well let's take me for an example if I had gone through with it I would leave behind all my friends who love me. *Whisper* Though I am still struggling

Aiko: Will this pain ever go away Michael?

Michael: Sadly it won't go away 100% but the question isn't will it go away. The question is how will I push forward and recover.

Aiko: You think so?

Michael: Yes I do, I have sacrificed so much to get to where I'm at but in the end, I have people who care for me. So I won't let them down.

Aiko: I wish people cared for me.

Michael: People do care for you. Rachel is not one of those therapists who just keeps asking "how does that make you feel?" She really cares for her patients and wants the best for them. Also, your mom loves you doesn't she?

Aiko: Yeah she does. I guess your right. I just wish I had friends. My friends at school usually ditch me to hang out with mid-tiers.

Michael: Well we can be friends.

Aiko: Really?!

Michael: Yeah I mean I don't see why not.

Aiko: Wait what is your level?

Michael: Umm well the last time I checked I was a level 13.9

Aiko: WHAT?!

Michael: What is it?

Aiko: Are you sure you want to be friends with me? A low tier.

Michael: Of course I don't see why a low tier can't be friends with a high tier.

Aiko: I wish there were more people like you and Rachel.

Michael: Don't worry some people are kind.

Aiko: Really?

Michael: Yes, actually do you want to meet them

Aiko: YES!

I don't know why but I was so excited.

Michael: Alright alright how about tomorrow after school for you is that okay?

Aiko: Yes it is, let's meet at the park.

Michael: Got it well I think it's time to say goodbye.

I saw mom and Rachel walk out with Mom looking really happy.

*End of Flashback*

I didn't realize I was holding the knife. Without second-guessing, I dropped the knife and went to bed.

*Morning*

I got up and saw a note on the kitchen table. It read

Dear Aiko,
    Work called really early so I had to leave early, I left some food in the microwave and made you lunch. Hope you have a good school day.
    Love, Mother