[color=ed145b]“I do remember something though,”[/color]

"What is that?" he asked with a slight grin.

[color=ed145b]“You called me cute, that time back at the mall. I thought you were just Talon then. Remember? Right after you helped me escape Mr. Johnson. And then when I was blinded back at the Lounge, you helped me get out, and stuck by me no matter what. I guess, that shows you’ve always really cared...”[/color]

"I've always tried to care about people. I guess that's why my main power is defensive." He walked with her out of the school before turning to say something else, only to get blind-sided by her kissing his cheek. He froze for a few seconds, waving distractedly as Tonya said bye.

Once Tonya was out of sight, Beak began giggling hard. "I think she likes you." The only response from Eddie was a laugh and cheer of pure joy and elation.

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As the five students left the school, Matthew arrived at his house. "Tomorrow." he said to his Kwami. "We will get their miraculouses." His Kwami nodded as he flew to his bed. They both needed sleep.