𝑴𝒂𝒈𝒊𝒄 - lookism

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The phrase echoed in your mind—*"Be careful who you trust."* It unsettled you, casting doubt over everything. Why would they say that? And who were they referring to? Your gaze shifted to Goo as he paced, speaking in a low, urgent tone into his phone. Could they be talking about him? Or someone else entirely?

You shook your head, trying to push the thought away, but the seed of doubt had been planted. *Could I really trust everyone around me?* The recent chaos had thrown your life into turmoil, and now this warning gnawed at your peace of mind.

Goo finished his call, his eyes sharp with focus as he turned back to you. "I've got people tracking the number. Don't worry, we'll figure this out."

You nodded, but the words still lingered. As much as you wanted to believe him, that voice had rattled something deep within you. You found yourself glancing at him more cautiously now, trying to gauge his intentions, his expressions—everything.

"Are you okay?" he asked, noticing your distracted state.

"Yeah," you replied quickly, forcing a smile. "Just a little shaken."

He studied you for a moment, then walked over and placed a reassuring hand on your shoulder. "Don't worry. You're safe with me."

Goo's sudden command broke you out of your thoughts. "You need to get in the car," he said, his voice firm but calm. "We're going to my beach house. It'll be quieter there."

You hesitated for a moment, still feeling uneasy after the mysterious phone call. The thought of being alone with him in a secluded place sparked that lingering doubt in your mind. But at the same time, you couldn't deny that being away from all the chaos might be what you needed. And despite everything, Goo had been there for you when things got bad.

You nodded slowly and followed him out the door. As you got into the car, you tried to push the warning out of your mind. The engine roared to life, and soon the city began to fade behind you, replaced by the open road and the promise of the ocean ahead.

Goo glanced at you from the driver's seat. "You'll like it there. It's peaceful. No one will bother us."

You gave him a small smile, though your mind was still racing with thoughts. Goo glanced at you again, his expression softening just a little. "You good?" he asked, his voice quieter now, as if sensing your unease.

"Yeah, just... a lot on my mind," you replied, turning to look out the window. The scenery was changing, with the city giving way to the outskirts and the faint scent of saltwater in the air.

Goo didn't press further, but his hand briefly tapped the steering wheel in a thoughtful rhythm. "You'll be safe there. No one will touch you."

His words should have comforted you, but that lingering doubt gnawed at you again. Still, you leaned back in your seat, trying to focus on the sound of the tires on the road and the idea of peace at the beach house.
When you guys arrived in the beach house you started to look around and admire the place when you heard the door lock.

Your heart sank as you heard the distinct *click* of the door locking behind you. You turned, your eyes meeting Goo's for a brief second, searching for any sign that this wasn't what you thought it was. But his face was unreadable, almost indifferent.

Samuel, lounging on the couch, glanced up at you with a smirk. "Looks like you weren't careful enough after all," he said, his voice dripping with smugness.

You took a step back, feeling the walls closing in on you. The warning you'd heard earlier—*be careful who you trust*—was actually Samuel? Your eyes flickered between Goo and Samuel, trying to make sense of everything.

"Goo...what's going on?" you asked, your voice trembling slightly.

He didn't answer immediately, walking forward until he was standing next to Samuel. "Relax," he finally said, but his tone was too calm for comfort. "This isn't what you think. You're not in any danger."

Samuel chuckled. "Well, not yet, at least."

Your voice shook as you stared at them eyes filled with tears. "Ill kill you all," you whispered, your body trembling with anger and betrayal.

Goo's expression flickered, momentarily softening as he saw the tears in your eyes. But it was gone just as quickly, replaced by the cold, calculating look you'd come to expect. Samuel simply chuckled, crossing his arms over his chest.

"Go ahead and try." Samuel taunted

Without hesitation you tapped into your power but the exhaustion from earlier was still there, lingering in your body. You could feel the energy within you, but it was weak, too weak to take both of them at once.

Go stepped forward his voice softer than Samuel's. "Don't make this harder on yourself," he said, his voice laced with a hint of regret.

You glared at him, the weight of betrayal crushing your chest. "You already made it hard for me the moment you chose this."

Goo's eyes hardened. "You'll kill yourself first!" He yelled.

Tears blurred your vision but you refused to let them take the fall. You would fight even if it meant losing everything. You clenched your fists determined to unleash whatever power you had left.

"No matter what happens" you said to yourself "I will not forgive any of you."

And with that you felt a familiar surge energy start to build, preparing to unleash your power, knowing this might be your only chance to escape.

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