Not having your magical powers but surrounded by witches and warlocks was like standing alone, nude in the middle of a full sports arena. I was the outcast. The girl who could help no one, not even herself. The expectation I would somehow screw up had certainly been met. The attack came out of nowhere, and none of us were prepared. Still, I would be blamed. My life was like that, and I'd learned to accept it.
When we arrived back on campus, I was sent directly to Headmaster Eliphas' office. On the way there, I had a lot to consider, mostly concerning my powers and my relationship with the four guys. All the worrying I had done about how they would react was for naught. At least everyone but Braeden, because we had yet to talk. The others had assured me he was onboard with the way things
