- PRESENT TIME -

After that day, that 'Innocent' little field trip had left the group scarred. Time had passed and since then Y/N hadn't heard her mystery so-called, 'Savior' voice after that incident which puzzled her as it only led to her building her continuous theories. It all just didn't make sense to her.

Y/N sat there thinking about the possibilities of the dream she had on the day on the field trip of the mysterious voice perfectly guessing her name, it could've just been because they were in her mind where she had many things about herself kept in there. However, to her, it didn't feel like a fluke, instead, it felt like they were almost hiding something.

'My head can't wrap around this.' Y/N shook her head while at the point of being stressed out. She currently had things she couldn't wrap around all in her head as she was left wondering why something so bizarre was happening to her.

A sigh escaped her lips, which was evident in the girl's exhaustion as the bags seen underneath her eyes were still spotted.

"I still think we should go back to Savannah," Tyler spoke, his firm manner caught everyone's attention once again. Although tired he still kept a serious look on his face.

"...Alright." Ashlyn groaned while rubbing her head off the topic. "Let's take some time to think on it again and have the group vote later tonight."

"Why not after school?"

"Because I have ballet class today."

"So what? Skip it."

"I can't join you guys, just letting you guys know," Y/N said nonchalantly as she looked up at the two while also not specifying what exactly.

The reason was earlier after the field, she had told her father of scheduling an appointment of getting to see a therapist. This news had taken him by surprise as he'd never expected her to be willing enough to even see one. Despite his shock, he couldn't help but feel proud to know she wanted change that would help her improve herself in the future. Even after seeing her rejoiceful father, she was glad that her dad was happy.

Still, she couldn't help but feel it would not have been the best to even see a therapist because of the possibilities. However, she didn't care anymore, since seeing her father happy made her reconsider. Her purpose for even getting one is because of the overwhelming pressure she has been getting. Not only can she not tell her family of this she now has to live with this endless cycle if they don't have a solution. Even so, she just needed to get this out of her chest by ranting and possibly getting some advice on the situation.

"Uh, Ty... We have stuff to do after school too." Taylor added, "You have baseball practice and I have a mechanics meeting."

The two twins then looked over at Logan, "... I um, I have to help with the flower shop today..." He said as his eyes glanced away.

"See? Logan's busy too." Taylor's points made Tyler annoyed, gritting his teeth as he tried holding back his frustration. "Even with what's happening, we can't just neglect school and our future. You need basketball. Let's just wait till tonight-"

"We aren't going to have a 'Future' if we're dead!" He exclaimed, his voice clear with anger.

"Let's try not to think that way. After all, we're going to come up with something eventually." Y/N said with a tired look in her eyes as she was trying not to fall asleep in this serious moment.

Ashlyn's gaze slightly shifted at Y/N as she glanced at her with acknowledgment in her eyes before then turning her attention towards Tyler. "It's not just our future. If we drop everything to focus on fantasy-like events we can't prove, we're going to end up in a Psyche Ward."

'Called it.' Thought the E/C colored girl as she had a feeling, and this will probably be her outcome of telling this to her therapist. 'Even so, why do I plan on going when I feel this will likely be the probability.'

"Do you think that's going to make it easier or harder for all of us to have meetings during the day?" The redhead questioned, her expression showing a hint of anger in them.

"She's got a point, y'know. Generally, we're what people would call 'crazy'." Aiden said with a smile as he was making spinning gestures with his finger indicating the word.

Tyler got up from his seat with his tray and replied, "Whatever." He stomped away angrily before then spinning back around, and grabbing his sister Taylor, which caught her by surprise while giving a glare to the group over her shoulder as he then dragged her away quickly, making Taylor tumble with her tray of food.

★

The school day was over, letting Y/N finally have a rest of today's problems. She was currently sitting inside the yellow school bus, awaiting her ride home while embracing the lovely music being played in her ear. She looked out the window thinking about the sweet comfort of her bed.

It was a smooth ride home for her as her music blocked any sounds other than her comforting music. Staring out the window, she watched as multiple things passed by with how fast the bus was going, which was going at an average speed.

Some time flew by and the bus came to a stop, stopping right by Ashlyn's residence. Y/N didn't question much of this, leaving quietly with her four other classmates while the other three went with Ashlyn Y/N was slowly making her way home. She walked in peace with the comfort of her music with a sigh of relief leaving her lips as she continued on her way home.

Everything went exactly how she wanted it to be. However, that only lasted for one minute and thirty-six seconds. As she saw her house up ahead she then suddenly felt a tap on her shoulder, causing her to turn around to know who disrupted her peace as a slight frown was seen on her face.

"You heading home?"

"Obviously, and what reason do you have to stop me for."

"Oh, well. I was wondering if maybe you'd wanna come by Ashlyn's"

"And why's that? Even so, I can't, I'll be leaving for somewhere soon."

"Where to?"

Y/N paused as she then averted her gaze, "Not to any of your concerns, but I have personal problems to deal with."

They all stood there in silence, making Y/N feel awkward at this silence looming in the air.

'Was that abit harsh?' She sighed, 'Regardless he needs to understand when to leave me alone.'

Aiden and his nature is a very stressful thing for her to be dealing with. Even if he was trying to make things fun, it just wasn't working out for her, since she'd prefer handling things herself.

"Right, I'll be on my way now... see you later." Before leaving she glanced back at the two as she then started to walk away.

"Y/N, can you maybe consider-"

"NO!"



'He is so god damn persistent.' She thought as a groan left her lips. She was currently inside Ashlyn's home, her two arms crossed together in annoyance with a slight frown on her face.

Not long after she stepped into Ashlyn's home she witnessed Ashlyn being yanked over the couch by her parents. 'Why do I always keep being dragged into things I try so hard to avoid.'

Ben standing beside her heard her groan and felt concerned as he looked in her direction he noticed a displeased expression on her face. Getting out his phone he typed something on it and then showed it to her, catching her by surprise.

'Are you okay?'

She turned her head and saw an unsure expression on his face, seeing his concern she gave him a simple 'nod'.

He took back the phone and started writing something else on it. 'Is it something to do with Aiden?'

It caught her a bit by surprise, but she wasn't going to lie when she said she felt slightly bad for saying it. "Kinda." She mumbled, not making contact with him.

Ben then placed a hand on her shoulder, making her jolt at his sudden action as he showed her his phone, 'Sorry if it bothers you, he just tends to be like this around people.'

"But why though?" She asked as she turned her head at him.

He couldn't get to answer as Aiden had joined in the conversation.

"Whatcha y'all talking about?" He stared at the two with curiosity to know why their being secretive.

"Your habit."

"My habit?" Aiden questioned.

"Never mind," She said as she had her hand on her head while shaking it slightly, "Anyways, I can't stay long Aiden I have an appointment to go to."

"Oh, that's where you going. Okay, but don't worry it wouldn't take long."

"Right..."

Her confusion remains, he never even specifies his purpose of bringing her here. It became an occurrence for her, whenever something was to happen he'd always drag her along with it. She wondered if this was his purpose for fun. This somehow made her feel, that he was only using her for his entertainment. She wasn't entirely sure but it would've seemed so, but she didn't want to assume so she left it as is, so until then it'd probably be a mystery.

Despite that, her life has completely changed, turning upside down from a peaceful life to an absolute hell hole the moment she joined that field trip.

But, does it even matter anymore?

She sighs, 'I've been signing a lot.' She lifted her head only to find Ben and Aiden had disappeared.

However, a couple of seconds passed and she then heard Aiden's voice, making her way over to the couch she spotted Aiden, Ben, Ashlyn, and her parents crouching on the ground together.

She sighs, 'Again with the sighing.' She got out her phone and saw the time as it was nearing her appointment. 'Just one hour left.'