[i]Don't freak, don't freak, don't freak...[/i]

Ele chanted in her head as she gripped tightly to Tyler, her eyes clenched closed. The walk seemed to take forever for Ele, but when Tyler finally released her on the deck, Ele gratefully slid off and took a couple steps away.

"Thank you."

Ele said, her cheeks pink. Inside, Ele accepted the shoes from Amber and put them on with happiness. She thanked Amber and took a breath, standing on her own two feet.