"Hey, you! What's your freakish power? Spit it out, quick!"
EtherealReef
I...I have fire powers.
Gabby shoves EtherealReef against a lunch table, smirking Fire powers? Hah! Show me then, freak!
EtherealReef
EtherealReef clenches fists, trying to keep calm. I... I can't control it well. I don't want to hurt anyone.
Gabby rolls eyes and steps closer to EtherealReef, hands on hips. Don't make me laugh! Show me, or I'll make you.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef's hands start to tremble, flames flickering at her fingertips. I... I can't control it!
Gabby laughs cruelly, grabbing a handful of EtherealReef's shirt. Pathetic! How did you even get in here?
EtherealReef
EtherealReef's eyes widen as flames burst from her hands, scorching Gabby's hair. Oh no! I didn't mean to!
Gabby screams, patting her head as her hair burns, and steps back. You freak! Look at what you did! I'll get you for this!
EtherealReef
Flames dance uncontrollably around EtherealReef, reducing three lunch tables to ash. I'm sorry! I told you I can't control it!
Gabby storms out of the cafeteria, glaring at EtherealReef. You'll pay for this, freak! Just wait!
EtherealReef
The cafeteria is filled with the smell of burnt wood and hair as students scramble to avoid the flames. I warned you! I told you I couldn't control it!
EtherealReef runs home from school, heart pounding. In her room, she stares at the ancient artifact left by her father, hesitating.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef paces in her room, staring at the ancient artifact. Dad... you said to use it only when I had no other choice.
Gabby texts her best friend angrily from her own room. That freak burned my hair! I'm gonna make her life hell!
EtherealReef
EtherealReef's hands hover over the artifact, trembling. But do I really need it now? Can I master my powers alone?
Gabby slams her phone down and starts plotting revenge. She'll regret ever messing with me. I'll show her what real power looks like.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef takes a deep breath, pulling her hands away from the artifact. No, I have to do this. I have to control my powers on my own.
The next day at school, EtherealReef braces for confrontation but is instead met with supportive applause as Bill lifts her hand in victory.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef's heart pounds as she enters the cafeteria, feeling everyone's eyes on her. What... what's happening?
Bill steps forward, grabbing EtherealReef's hand and lifting it high. You're a hero! You stood up to Gabby!
EtherealReef
EtherealReef's heart races, feeling a mix of fear and confusion as applause fills the cafeteria. EtherealReef's eyes widen. I... I didn't mean to...
Gabby bursts through the cafeteria doors, eyes blazing with anger. What the hell is going on here? Why are you cheering for that freak?
EtherealReef
EtherealReef feels a surge of confidence as Bill continues to hold her hand up. EtherealReef's voice quivers but gains strength Because I stood up to you, Gabby.
Bill turns to Gabby, still holding EtherealReef's hand up. We're tired of your bullying, Gabby. It's time someone stood up to you.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef takes a deep breath and stands tall, feeling the support from the crowd. You're not going to push us around anymore, Gabby.
Gabby glares at Bill, crossing her arms defiantly. You think you can just turn everyone against me? Think again, assholes.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef clenches her fists, feeling power surge within her. We're not afraid of you anymore, Gabby. Your reign ends today.
Bill steps forward, releasing EtherealReef's hand, and faces Gabby directly. It's over, Gabby. Your time of terrorizing us is done.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef plants her feet firmly on the ground, her eyes locking onto Gabby's. We're done living in fear. We're stronger together.
Gabby steps forward, face contorted with rage, pointing her finger at EtherealReef. You think you're strong, huh? Let's see you handle this!
EtherealReef
EtherealReef feels the air crackle with energy, fingers tingling with latent power. Bring it on, Gabby. I'm not backing down.
Gabby reaches into her backpack and pulls out a vial of glowing liquid. Let's see how you handle some real power, freak!
EtherealReef
EtherealReef's eyes narrow as she watches Gabby unveil the vial. You really think that will scare me?
Bill steps between EtherealReef and Gabby, holding a hand out defensively. Stop it, Gabby! You don't want to do this.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef feels the energy within her growing stronger, her fear transforming into determination. Let her come, Bill. I'm ready for her.
Gabby uncaps the vial and a sinister glow emanates from it. Ready? Let's see if you can handle this, you little shit.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef raises her hands, feeling the energy crackling between her fingers. I'm not afraid of you, Gabby. Do your worst!
Bill glances around nervously, turning back to Gabby. Gabby, this isn't the way. We can resolve this without violence.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef steps forward, hands glowing faintly with energy. You think that vial scares me? I've faced worse.
Gabby smirks, shaking the vial, causing the liquid inside to shimmer menacingly. Oh, this? This is just a taste of what's coming for you.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef's fingers tingle with latent power, feeling a newfound determination. You want to play with power, Gabby? Let's see how you handle this.
Gabby takes a menacing step closer to EtherealReef, shaking the vial. You're done for, freak. This school's mine.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef's hands start to glow brighter, energy crackling around her. This ends now, Gabby. You'll never bully anyone again.
Bill steps back, raising his voice to address the crowd. Enough! This stops here and now. We won't let Gabby control us anymore.
EtherealReef
EtherealReef takes a deep breath, her hands glowing with radiant energy. You're done, Gabby. This ends now.
Gabby tosses the vial, releasing a cloud of toxic smoke. Breathe this in, freak!
EtherealReef
EtherealReef conjures a barrier of glowing energy around herself, blocking the toxic smoke. Is that all you got, Gabby? Pathetic.
Bill steps forward, addressing the entire cafeteria with a determined look. Everyone, let's stand together! No more fear!