WattpadUrbanFantasy prompt: While visiting friends in the city, you come across a secret you were never meant to find, all those stories you were told as a kid suddenly become very real, and very angry that you now know the truth about them. What will they do to keep their secret?
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Disturbed by the witch's parting words, Evangeline sat huddled on the floor, leaning against her bed and tracing the outline of a wooden box filled with colorful feathers. Her thoughts kept returning to the photograph now resting on her desk, capturing a moment of joy among her closest friends.
The witch's warning echoed in her mind, stirring doubts and suspicion. The possibility of betrayal weighed heavily on her heart, overshadowing the memories she held dear.
Unable to ignore the gnawing uncertainty, Evangeline forced herself to retrace recent events. Malik had been there when she got her tattoo, and Olivia was aware of her visit to the Underworld and her search for the witch. Jackson, on the other hand, had been back home in the neighboring city, oblivious to everything.
Yet, Olivia and Malik expressed nothing but concern for her.
A throbbing headache intensified her turmoil. She massaged her temples before her fingers sought the smoothness of the feathers. They were a reminder of Jackson's willingness to go the extra mile to help her collect them.
With a newfound surge of energy, Evangeline jumped in her car. Hours later, she found herself standing at his doorstep. She took a deep breath, questioning her decision.
With trembling hands, she knocked on the door. The seconds ticked by in agonizing suspense until the door swung open, revealing Jackson's surprised expression.
Their eyes met, and Evangeline saw something flicker in his gaze as she tried her best to reign in her shock. Swallowing hard, she cleared her throat. "Oh, uh, hey there!"
Confusion furrowed his brows but he smiled nonetheless. "Angie, what're you doing here? Is everything okay?"
"Yeah, yeah," she drawled, laughing sheepishly in an attempt to mask her wavering voice. "I was just passing by and thought I'd check on you."
Jackson rolled his eyes. "Are you on one of your infamous adventures again?"
Evangeline pursed her lips. "Yeah...yeah, you can say that."
"Alright, I was just making lunch." He opened the door wider. "Come on in, let's eat together."
Evangeline took a hesitant step inside, dragging her feet to the couch. Jackson returned to the kitchen and she sat down, glad her hair wasn't in its usual braid so it can shield her face from his prying eyes as hers stung from suppressed tears.
Jackson went on and on about his latest expedition until his voice slowly faded when he sensed her mood and unresponsiveness.
