The Thorn and the Rose

My name is Candria Thorn, I am 22 years old and I'm not normally one to keep a journal or log of my life but after what happened today perhaps it's a good idea as everything changed. However before I continue, maybe I should first explain a little about who I am.  First of all, I'm not human. I don't know what I am to be honest, but I'm definitely not human. I have always kept this hidden. I have bat wings, a tail, and much of me is covered in scales like a snake. As a rule I've always tried to ignore these extra features as all I've really ever wanted is to just live a normal and happy life, like anyone. I keep my wings tucked in tight, my tail wrapped around my waist or leg, and I wear rather unfashionable and baggy clothes to try to cover these up. Though, a little guiltily, I wear very little at home on my own. I do hate my differences, they stop me from getting involved with anyone. I'm pretty sure I'd just be a monster in the eyes of any prospective boyfriend. However, there are a few advantages. My tail, for a start, is great for holding my drink while I'm on my PC and if I lived in a fantasy world I think I'd look really slick. When I was younger, I imagined I was a super hero, like in the comics, my wings and extra strength being my super powers. Either way, up until today, my life has been as normal as it could be. Barring the constant worry of what I am and what would happen if someone found out, I'm an average 22 year old, in a decent job, with my own flat, living in a large city, on my own.  Sorry, I'm gibbering. Anyway, that's my story. Nothing special really, apart from the freak-show of a body. I don't know what I am, and I don't know anyone else like me, so what happened today... well, it gave me some hope, even if I was scared for my life at the time. So yeah. This is my story, and going by the start I'm in for an interesting ride.