What Could Go Wrong?

Chapter 15

Three weeks ago on Wednesday, it was such an amazing night and I wouldn't trade it for the world. Grace and Sammy got to spend some quality time with each other, just being able to enjoy one another's company, and Lucas and I became closer than we ever have been. Although it was arguably the best night of my life so far, nothing could've prepared me for tonight. It's Thursday, and Serena is forcing me to go to the group meeting tonight. I've somehow avoided going ever since my last encounter with Andy, but Serena is over it and wants me to, no doubt, "try to gain control over my ability".

Now, I know what you're going to say. "Didn't you tell Serena about what happened?"

Well, not exactly.

Here's how it went.

Flashback

"Serena, I think we should stay away from Andy."

"Why? I mean, I know she has secrets, but who doesn't?"

"Because something just doesn't feel right! And I don't want you to get hurt." I try to reason with her.

"Savannah, nothing's going to happen to me. I promise." I somehow doubt that's true, but I bite my tongue, which wants to oppose that statement.

"Ok, but can I just take a few weeks off from the meetings? I just want to regroup and make sure that I can wrap my head around everything that's going on." I try to make an excuse.

"Of course, Sav. Just know that I'll drag you back there at some point." She laughs. I return a fake laugh, hoping it sounded real enough for her to believe it.

"I'm counting on it."

End Flashback

That's really all that was said, since I didn't want to worry her. But now, this might not bode well for me. There's a shady group leader with telepathy hot on my tail and I have absolutely no idea on how to keep her at bay. Maybe I should just hide in a hole for a while. That could work, right?

Serena almost drags me into the large building that I've been in one too many times. I didn't want to be too obvious to Serena about how badly I didn't want to be there, so after a few minutes, I finally just walk by her side, dreading what's to come. My stomach tightens as I see the light shining out of a doorway at the end of the hall, definitely signifying that's the room The Group will occupy tonight. As we turn the corner, the rest of the members are strewn about, waiting for the regular program to start. Probably waiting for Serena and me, honestly.

——Fast-forward to last ten minutes of meeting——

We meditated again today, and I could feel Andy's eyes burn into me the entire time. Once I shrug off that feeling, I begin to relax and feel my head calm. I notice my arms and legs somewhat lose feeling, which means that I'm actually letting myself lay back and enjoy the quietness.

Until it isn't quiet anymore.

Voices flood my head, starting at a low volume and steadily increasing, as if a nob was being turned. I open my eyes to see if people were talking aloud, but everyone else has their eyes shut and mouth closed. I didn't know what was going on, until I hear Serena in the crowd of voices. I can't tell exactly what she's saying, but I know it's her.

Who knows what the hell is happening, but I decide to use it to my advantage. I want to focus on Andy, to hear what her plan is so I can actually do something about it. I look at her intently, then close my eyes but continue to focus my energy in her direction.

"...to kill her. I don't know how yet, but it's gotta happen. Josie knows too much at this point and I'm pretty sure she's telling Savannah all about our plans."

"And what exactly are our plans? I haven't been clear about that for a while." A masculine voice says.

"Okay, I'm only..." her voice starts to fade out, but I focus again, "...time. The goal is to pretty much brainwash the whole group here and take a stand on civilization; they hate people like us. We're 'violent and unstable' in their eyes. We'll show them who's unstable..." Her voice fades again. I don't care though, I've heard all I needed to. I open my eyes out of fear and instinct and find Andy's eyes drilling a hole into me again.

"I know you heard everything Savannah. I don't care if you're with us or against us, but you aren't telling anybody. I'm going to make sure of it." Andy tells me. Oh lord, what did I get myself into?

Andy gets up and turns on the lights, calling it a night for the group. I just continue to stare blankly at her, trying to register what just happened.

"Ok everyone, that does it for this session! I'll see you all next week! Oh, Savannah, can I talk to you for a second?" She calls me over. I look at Serena for help, but she actually pushes me towards her. Thank you, sister, for shoving me into certain death.

Andy grabs my shoulder, turning me towards the opposite end of the room, and starts talking, "Ok Savannah, you heard what we're planning. You up for it?"

I don't hesitate in my response, "No! Humanity might treat us badly, but we need to show them that we aren't the monsters they think we are."

"You do it your way, I'll do it mine. But if you breathe a word about this to anyone, your sister is dead. I'm completely serious, and don't doubt me. I will do it." She threatens. Her words paralyze me. Seriously, what did I drag myself into? "Do I make myself clear?"

"C-crystal." I stutter out.

"Fabulous. You can go now." Andy releases my shoulder and walks off. I plaster a fake smile onto my face, now understanding that my sister's life is at stake. I can't let my sister get punished for something I'm doing. She will not be killed on my watch.

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The next day at school is one of the hardest I've had to endure in a long time. I stayed up all night thinking about what Andy said and how I can single-handedly prevent it. So far, I'm drawing a blank. If she has an army of super-people, I don't have a chance.

I wonder if I'm stealthy enough to tell one person... no that's stupid. I can't take any risks.

I guess Sammy notices my nervous fidgeting, because she puts her hand on mine during 5th period and asks, "Hey Sav, are you alright? You look really pale and I can tell when you're anxious."

I nod my head, not wanting to give her any information. "Yeah, I'm fine. I just didn't get much sleep last night, is all." I'm technically telling the truth, but not the whole truth.

"Sav, don't lie to me. I know you, and you're definitely keeping something from me." She sees through my act.

"I... can't say anything, okay? It's just better that way... for everyone." I explain as vaguely as possible.

"You know you can tell me anything, right? That's what I'm here for."

"Sammy. Stop asking." I give her a serious look. She looks as though someone punched her in the chest. But it's better for everyone if I keep this to myself. My sister is not dying any time soon.

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Sammy's POV

The look that Savannah has on her face thoroughly scares me. It's almost as if a light switch was flipped over night and her personality is completely different. I know something's wrong, and I'm going to find out what it is.

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This chapter is kinda short, but oh well. Anyways,

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT

I'm starting another story! It's called "Stay Away" and I will start uploading this Wednesday. A new chapter will go up every other week (yes, it'll actually be on a schedule) and I'm so excited about it! It focuses on a girl named Harper and she has secrets, as well as a memory that's been haunting her for years. Who knows where her path will lead?