Hunter swirled around and plastered herself against the tree she used as a substitute person. The voice was familiar and there was a lot of strange things around in this school so it shouldn't be a surprise that somebody talked to her without being physically there. With a couple deep breathes, she tore herself off the tree and dusted herself off once again. [i]Alright, just keep it cool.[/i] Hunter gave herself a half-assed mental pep talk, which didn't actually boost her confidence. 

[i][b]"Must be hard when you're a social recluse even with people that are 'special' like you."[/i][/b] Her shadow commented. 

Choosing to ignore the talkative bastard, Hunter trudged her way to the group the reluctance of before seeming to grow heavier and heavier with each step. It felt like someone threw a thousand pound weights onto her shoulders. It was almost unbearable, and it was so tempting to turn back. It was too late then though, she was already right there. Trying to squeeze herself into the little clique. 

"Hello." Hunter mumbled awkwardly, with a shaky wave.