Shadow

Beginning

Prologue

Have you ever heard voices in your head? No? It's a common occurrence for someone like me. To be truthful, I don't know what I am. I know I'm human, but not a regular person. Normal people don't have weird powers. They can't make themselves disappear, can't read minds, and they definitely can't heal at a fast rate. Sadly, I'm able to do this. I've always wanted to be different when I was younger, but not like this. I can't take the risk of exposing these gifts. I say the term gifts lightly though. The powers are more like a curse. I can't play sports because of getting hurt and healing on the field. Not allowed to have a boyfriend or go on dates for the risk of disappearing when I let my emotions run wild. I never go to school especially on days that I have test because I'm afraid I will read someone's mind on accident and get all the answers without trying hard. Even though the world is huge i have no idea if there's others like me. The thoughts "What if your not alone" or "What if there's someone out in this world that can help you control your powers" always runs through my mind. Which is natural considering the fact that I live with my mom and brother who are totally normal. My mother, Tessa, gave birth to my brother before I was born and then had my sister and best friend Katiana. They found me on the streets when I was 16 and took me in. They never questioned where I came from or why I ran away. To them it didn't matter. On my 18th birthday I was driving home when I got the call. My step father had died in a car crash. He was the only person who knew about my secret and always tried helping me control my powers. That night I lost control. I was so scared and alone that I just ran and never looked back. I move from town to town never letting anyone in. Never staying long enough to get attached. I would always call Katiana when I reached a destination, asking her how her life was and if she was doing well in school the normal stuff. I always thought since I was different I deserved to be alone, that was till I met them. The group that wanted to help. They made me realize that there were others that had powers too. This is my journey where I experience the most adventurous life someone could have.