Control

Thirty Four

As Monday rolled around, I found my anxiety flying through the roof. I was not ready for the day.

"Are you sure you want to come?" I asked Sam, for probably the seventeenth time that hour. He nods, annoyance glossing over his eyes.

We got to Justin's stop, and I was surprised he was on. Why was he on this morning?

He got on the bus, and Sam moved over a seat so Justin could sit with me.

He slid into the seat, and grabbed my hand right away. He gave me a reassuring smile, and I looked down.

"I'm scared," I admitted. He smiled, and pulled my closer. I shrugged away.

"I promise it's going to be alright. Now, come on, let's get through the day, and see what happens."

"What if the website just wasn't updated?" I asked, the question tagging along with my other thoughts all weekend. He shrugged.

"Then that'll suck, won't it?" He smiles. I gave a fake smile.

I watched the bus pull up to the school, and bit my lip.

"They know you'll be late?" He checks again. I nodded.

"Besides, I'd never miss the finals," I replied, smiling. He puts his arm around my shoulders, and we walked out of the bus.

Once we were out, my eyes scanned the area as we talked. I felt a sudden rush of confusion as Baby watched is walk in.

"I can't wait for your soccer game," I say, leaning up and kissing his cheek. He smiled, and pulled his arm down, and intertwined our fingers. His hand felt warm against mine, and he made me feel safer.

~

The hallways seemed empty as I walked into the bathroom. I was feeling nervous all day, and had to pee. I also felt like I wanted to puke.

I took a deep breath, and walked into the bathroom. One stall was in use, so I walked into another.

After I did what I needed, I stepped out, and to the sink. I heard the lock of the other stall being unlocked. I turned, and reached for the paper towels.

I looked to see who was in the stall, and almost crapped my pants.

She's going to just leave.

"Hey," she says. I gave a confused glance.

Ava and Sadie walked in, and I instantly knew what this was. Baby had even told me she wanted to get back at me. But what can they do? They can't physically hurt me.

I watched Sammi push me against the wall, and went to my ear.

"It'd be wise for you not to bring Justin in your screwed up life. Morrigan won't be pleased." my mouth dropped.

"W-what?"

"Oh, and Baby is betting that we'll be the ones to kill you. Considering how our company has been after you for years." I pushed her away, and went for the door.

"Move," I say, happy with how stable my voice was. Ava shook her head, her black hair moving as well.

"Justin will hate you after what happens. Morrigan won't be happy with you for being so social in your outside life.

"Just stop!" I yelled, turning to her.

"Just thinking that you shouldn't bring him. And I wouldn't want to miss out on today. Poor you will have to skip out on Justin's game. And this-" she grabbed my wrist, and holds it up. I winced as she tore off my brace. "Don't think you need this. It won't matter soon."

I felt them shove me out, and I almost burst out crying.

Baby and Sammi are my actual enemy's.