O R I G I N

CHAPTER 11

The sun shone brightly overhead as the group made their way through the bustling halls of their school, the familiar chatter of students filling the air. It was a rare moment of tranquility amidst the chaos of their everyday lives, a chance to enjoy a moment of normalcy before the next adventure beckoned.

Miles and Kayden walked side by side, their laughter ringing out as they exchanged playful banter. The tension of their recent battles melted away in the warmth of the spring sunshine, replaced by the easy camaraderie that had always defined their friendship.

"So, Kay, have you been practicing your moves lately?" Miles teased, nudging his friend with a playful grin.

Kayden chuckled; his gaze playful as he shrugged. "Maybe a little. I've gotta keep up with you, after all."

Their laughter echoed through the halls as they continued on their way, their spirits buoyed by the simple joy of companionship.

Meanwhile, Axel trudged along behind them, his expression dark and brooding. The events of their recent battles weighed heavily on his mind, his thoughts consumed by doubts and insecurities that he struggled to shake off.

As they passed by the football field, Maia could be seen chatting animatedly with members of the team, her eyes sparkling with mischief as she flirted shamelessly with the players. She had always had a knack for charming those around her, effortlessly drawing others into her orbit with her magnetic personality.

Sarita, ever the calm and collected one, walked at her own pace, a serene smile gracing her lips as she took in the scene around her. She had always been the glue that held their group together, her quiet strength a source of comfort and stability for the rest of them.

As they settled into their classes for the day, the hustle and bustle of school life continued on around them, the rhythm of their everyday routines carrying them through the day with ease. It was a welcome respite from the chaos of their adventures, a chance to savor the simple pleasures of friendship and camaraderie.

As the day progressed, the group found themselves caught up in the ebb and flow of school life, each of them immersed in their own activities and conversations.

In the cafeteria during lunchtime, Miles and Kayden found themselves engaged in a lighthearted debate over the latest superhero movie. Animated gestures punctuated their discussion as they argued about the merits of different characters and plot twists.

"I'm telling you, Miles, Captain Marvel could totally take down Thor in a fight," Kayden insisted, a mischievous glint in his eyes.

Miles shook his head, a playful grin tugging at the corners of his lips. "Nuh-uh, no way! Thor's got that magic hammer; he'd knock her into next week!"

Their banter drew amused glances from the other students nearby, but they were too absorbed in their own conversation to notice.

Meanwhile, Axel sat at a nearby table, his brow furrowed in concentration as he pored over his textbooks. His bad mood seemed to have deepened as the day wore on, his usual stoic demeanor giving way to an aura of frustration and discontent.

Maia, on the other hand, was nowhere to be seen. She had disappeared shortly after lunch began, no doubt off on another one of her impromptu adventures with the football team. Wrapping each one of them around her pretty little fingers. Doing whatever she says.

As for Sarita, she sat at the center of the cafeteria, a calm and serene presence amidst the chaos around her. Her eyes flickered with quiet amusement as she watched her friends interact, a gentle smile playing at the corners of her lips.

Despite the hustle and bustle of the school day, there was a sense of peace and contentment that settled over the group, a reminder that even in the midst of their wildest adventures, they could always find solace in the simple pleasures of friendship and camaraderie.