I'm... I'm nervous. What if they... they don't like me?
You'll be fine. Remember, keep your powers a secret.
takes a deep breath Okay, I can do this. I just need to be myself and show them what I'm made of. walks into the school with confidence
watches Faith walk into the school, a small smile forming on their face See? You're already making progress. Don't let them see your nerves.
approaches a group of students Hi, I'm Faith. I'm new here. Mind if I join you guys?
leans against a locker, watching the scene unfold Just be yourself, Faith. They'll either accept you or not. Either way, you've got us.
smiles shyly Thanks, closed. Your support means a lot to me. turns back to the group So, uh, what's everyone's name?
chuckles softly Easy there, Faith. Let them introduce themselves first. Patience.
nods, taking a step closer to the group Sorry, I'm just really excited to meet new people. I've never really fit in anywhere before.
grins, crossing arms There you go, Faith. Be yourself, and don't overthink it. They're mutants like us. They get it.
smiles warmly Thank you, closed. Your words mean a lot to me. approaches the group again
watches Faith approach the group, feeling a sense of pride and satisfaction There you go, Faith. Show them what we're made of.
extends her hand towards one of the students Hi, I'm Faith. I'm new here. Mind if I join you guys?
watches the scene unfold, a small smile playing on their lips Just go with the flow, Faith. Make friends, not enemies.
gently shakes the student's hand Nice to meet you. So, what's your name?
chuckles lightly There you go, Faith. One step at a time. Remember, they might not understand at first. Be patient.
smiles brightly I'm glad you're here, closed. Your guidance and support mean the world to me.
chuckles softly You're doing great, Faith. Keep up the good work. And remember, if anyone gives you trouble, just let me know.
looks around the room, noticing a group of students laughing and chatting Hey closed, mind if we go over there and join them?
nods, smirking Sure thing, Faith. Let's go make some friends.
takes a deep breath and walks confidently towards the group, with closed by her side
watches Faith approach the group, a proud smile on their face That's it, Faith. Go get 'em.
takes a deep breath and introduces herself to the group Hi, everyone! My name is Faith, and this is my partner, closed. We're new here, but we're really excited to meet all of you. Is it okay if we join you? Group: pauses, looking at each other uncertainly Uh... sure, I guess.
smirks, crossing arms Well, look at that, Faith. They're warming up to us. Keep it up.
smiles warmly at the group Thank you so much for letting us join you. I'm really looking forward to getting to know all of you better. Is there anything you'd like to know about me or my powers? Group: exchange curious glances Um... how did you become a mutant?
raises an eyebrow, leaning against a nearby wall There you go, Faith. Share away.
pauses for a moment, contemplating whether or not to share her backstory Well, it all started when I was just a kid.
leans in slightly, listening intently Go on, Faith. They're all ears.
takes a deep breath and opens up to the group One day, I was playing in the woods near my home when I stumbled upon a strange, glowing rock.