Emily Ashworth is just getting settled into college, making new friends, when all of sudden her entire life changes. Who would have thought, the town sociopath would be the one to help her through everything when she needed it most...
'Why can't I do this?!" Emily let out an exasperated sigh. "You said this was one of the most basic spells, yet I can't do it? Why Bonnie?"
Bonnie walked towards her, perching next to her on the sofa. She reached out to hold Emilys hand and softly smiled at her. "It takes practice. You're completely new to this. Most witches start practicing when they're very young. Your magic's been lying dormant for years now so it's going to take some time to bring it back to the surface properly and take control of it." "But I managed to set fire to the bedroom the other morning.... IN MY SLEEP!" Bonnie could tell she was starting to get frustrated.
"You need to relax. Thats the problem. You're over thinking." Emily heard the familiar voice coming from the hallway. She turned to see Kai leaning against the door frame, a knowing smirk on his face. "Like you said, you set fire to the whole room in your sleep. You have the magic there, you just need to stop thinking about it." She looked at him with confusion "But how can I NOT think about it? Surely thats the point?"
He walked towards her and crouched down in front of her, holding his hands out, palms upward. She gave him a suspicious look and he huffed. "I'm not going to siphon you. I'm trying to help. But if you want to carry on with Bon-bon's methods and keep failing thats entirely up to you."
Bonnie folded her arms across her chest glaring at the back of Kais head. "I can feel you glaring at me Bonnie. Hey, how about we get this young lady a glass of water? I'm sure she's thirsty after repeating the same incantation over and over and..." "Fine! I'll be back in a minute Emily."
Bonnie left the room and Kai turned back to the girl. "Well?" His hands were still infront of her. She slowly put her hands on top of his. Hesitating slightly as their skin touched.
"You have really nice palms..." He mumbled, not looking at the girls face. "Wha...."
"Right." He cut her off. "Now close your eyes." Emily did as he said. Still unsure she should be in such close proximity to the man in front of her.
"Breath." She did. Already feeling much calmer than before. "Now, say the spell. Don't shout it. Just let the words fall from your mouth." "Phasmatos incendia..." she whispered. She felt Kais hands twitch beneath hers and opened her eyes slowly. His eyes were fixed on her. He gave her a quick smirk and tilted his head towards the fireplace which was now glowing with orange flames.
"I did it! I actually did it!" She jumped up from the sofa in excitement. Without thinking she threw her arms around Kai and gave him a hug "Thankyou! Thankyou!" He stood stock still, then slowly placed his hands on her arms, moving her aside. "Sure. Its... whatever..."
He glanced around the room, avoiding eye contact with the girl. "Sorry, I... I got a bit excited." She muttered, feeling very uncomfortable. She sat back on the sofa playing with her fingers. She could feel a heat moving over her face. She was embarrassed.
