By Hanny Morag
“The central laboratory is currently under attack by some creatures similar to those that invaded the Hamilton hospital some hours ago. A witness said the creature came searching for one of their own that was taken hostage during the rescue mission at the hospital. Ten police officers were killed during the process while several people were injured. An investigation is still on to help determine the number of casualties.”
Robert Immediately called the attention of his wife to the news, “Did you hear that? They did come back for their fellow bloodsucking thing, and I guess they killed the police officer that took him already.” Mrs. Robert turned to look at Maria, who wasn’t surprised about the whole thing since she has been getting such a reaction from childhood.
Robert and his wife recognized they made a terrible mistake thinking everything Maria did as a child was natural, and now they need to look deeper into the situation. Racheal went close to Maria, drew her closer, and asked, “Maria, what else have you noticed about yourself aside from being able to answer difficult questions and knowing things that would happen before they do?”
Maria told her parents that is all she has noticed about herself, and many people appear familiar to her like she has seen them before. She proceeded by telling her parents she doesn’t predict what people would say but knows it for sure when she is staring at the person for too long. She explained it is a connection that enables her to read hearts until she stops staring.
Few minutes into the conversation, the name of the dead officers were announced on the television, and officer Wilson was one of them. Tears rolled out of Maria’s eyes because she tried saving officer Wilson when she told him to let the creature go, but he wouldn’t listen.
Few days after Maria was fully back to her feet, her parents made her promise never to reveal anything about her ability to anyone. She must never do anything that would draw the attention of people to her anymore. However, they were yet to start living the reality that Maria is no longer Maria, and she has no control over it.
“Hey! Look who’s back. The witch from the ancient world that knows all thing and can answer all questions without thinking.” Christabel said to her friends when she sighted Maria from a distance. Candice wasted no time rejoicing because she is now sure they won’t be going to jail because of Maria. She also reminded everyone of the terrible look on their face when they thought the police were at the doorstep.
Annie and Josh rushed after Maria to welcome her. They were glad everything is now okay, and they could all continue with their studies and fun live. The hospital experience was the first thing they talked about when they went out for lunch. “Did you imagine how the teeth of that bloodsucking monster would feel on your skin if he had moved close enough to take a bite?” Annie asked Josh while laughing like she wasn’t scared when it happened. Josh was quick to remind her how she looked like a crybaby when everything was happening.
The next day, Maria decided to go hiking alone in the wood. She walked alone a few distances with thoughts flowing through her head regarding her existence. She got lost in thought that she lost consciousness of time. After three hours of walking, Maria turned to start going back home, and that was when she noticed she is far away from home because there was nothing but trees all around her. She began her journey back before people will start to worry about her.
On Maria’s way back to the house, she heard the word “The Lilithians” It came to her and slowly faded like an echo moving far away from its source. She looked around and asked who that was, but she found no one, so she increased her movement till she got to her doorstep. Her parents called to check on her and remind her to keep everything to herself. They know her life would be in grave danger if people start noticing anything strange in her behavior.
Mr. Robert has been doing lots of research about the situation of his daughter. He has seen several results about it, but none was leading to any medical condition. The complete results were attributed to a supernatural condition and a gift common to an ancient city whose name and location were missing. It became a big concern to Robert, who refused to give up on the search.
“The science department would be having a party next week. It is not something we should miss. We should prepare for it because it is going to be fun.” Annie told Maria after a morning lecture. Maria confirmed she has been hearing stories about how students are planning towards the day. While they were still talking, Christabel and her girls walked close and stood beside them.
Maria, who now understands her ability to know what anyone wants to say, stared into Christabel’s eye and told Annie they should go because she could hear Christabel’s thoughts and plan to start a fight. Annie was surprised by her sudden decision, but she didn’t question her. She concluded it must have something to do with Christabel.
Few days to the party, Josh said he wouldn’t be in attendance because he couldn’t finish lots of works and they are approaching the deadline. This same day, Tyrese revived Christabel’s hatred for Maria on a larger scale when he asked if she could be his date for the party. Christabel already had high hopes Tyrese would choose her, but things turned around unexpectedly. Although Christabel was angry, she didn’t try to do anything that could lead her into trouble.
Maria said yes to Tyrese’s request because she doesn’t want him to feel inadequate or rejected. Her kind heart has always played an essential role in every decision. She finds it easy to inconvenient herself for others just to put a smile on their faces. This is something Christabel lacks. Her pride and sense of class disgust Tyrese, and she is not ready to change.
There has been an unresolved conflict between two rival gangs for months, which has made the school a horrible place at night. It resulted in the death of some students who refused to yield to the management’s advice to stay away from the school premises at night. The situation was resolved with the local police department’s effort. They were able to apprehend some of the gang members.
When it felt like the day was the safest for every student, someone came out with an assault rifle and stood in front of the school, ready to shoot everything that moves. People didn’t think he was serious until he opened fire on the cars at the park. After releasing several bullets, one of the cars exploded, which resulted in the explosion of other vehicles. People began to run, but unfortunately for one of the students, one of the cars was coming straight towards her with high speed. She was so traumatized that she couldn’t move but wait till it came right to where she was. There was a sudden loud sound. “She is dead, Laika is dead” said some of the students looking at her. She met with an end she never imagined.
“Wait a minute. What is happening right over there?
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