Omni spun back around, letting me see the two flying figures in the distance again. They behind were approaching us at an alarming speed and I squeaked, panicking.

"They are catching up to us!"

"Hold on tight." Omni muttered, loud enough for me to hear as I tightened my grip, my arms around his neck.

A second after I did that, he increased his flight speed drastically, soaring into the air. My eyes widened in horror as my fear instantly washed over me, my head growing dizzy at the cars zooming past the roads, looking like ants.

My world was spinning, feeling myself being moved in different directions and it was starting to make me feel queasy.

Ugh.

I feel sick.

The wind was causing my hair to slap against my face, however, my mind was too occupied to register anything other than my fright. If it was the me before the train incident, I would probably be able to enjoy flying in the air. However, it seems like I didn't do too well with heights now.

"Kill me, why don't you?" I whispered those words out unknowingly, blanching at the dark thoughts in my mind. All I could think about was going splat on the ground if I dropped in one way or another.

"What?" Omni said, confused at my words but his voice was muffled against my ears. I could feel him arriving to a stop, changing his flight path as he flew in a straight path, no longer going upwards.

At that moment, Omni's grip loosened slightly as I felt an impact on his back. He flinched and I slipped a little, the movement causing my heart to jump to my throat. I couldn't even open my mouth to scream, my eyes only widening in return.

He quickly recovered, gripping me securely once again. "I was right, they were after you, we need to lose them."

I couldn't register his words, another dizzy spell hitting me when I slipped. He must have noticed my silent response since I heard him calling out to my name.

Unable to formulate any words, I could only pull myself closer to him, burying my head in his chest. My knuckles were probably turning white at how tightly clasped my hands were.

My mind went back to the day I found myself hanging from the train before falling, seconds away from my death. I could still feel the wind whipping roughly at my face, a soft whimper escaping me.

He seemed to have sensed my frightened state, patting my head comfortingly with his free arm.

"Don't worry, it's okay. I won't let you fall." He murmured softly and I realised I was trembling violently in his arms. Eventually, I felt him slowing down as he continued patting my head in a soothing manner.

"They have stopped chasing after us, it's safe now."

The wind was gentle now, unlike the other time and I felt my fear slowly receding, something encouraging me to lift my head up, just a little. Breathing shakily, I lifted my head up reluctantly, warning myself not to look down again.

Cool air caressed my cheeks and I observed the few stars in the night sky, sparkling brightly. Glancing towards my left, I watched as the beautiful crescent-shaped moon followed us, captivated at being so close to the sky.

I was slightly startled by the clouds that intruded my line of sight, but gradually, the surprise faded into curiosity, as the clouds swayed ever so slightly, tempting me to reach out and grab a ball of that fluffiness.

Extending my hand into the clouds, my lips morphed into a smile as I was filled with astonishment. The feeling of the clouds was slightly moist and cool, and I extended even further, smiling wider as my hand glided through the fluffy white clouds. It was strangely gratifying, and I couldn't get enough of that feeling.

I could hear a warm, deep chuckle from somewhere, but I was too engrossed to even pay attention to anything else.

"...is this what you experience every day?" I breathed out those words, still trying to comprehend the amazing experience.

"Yep."

"It's freaking amazing."

I heard him smiling at my words, chuckling huskily. "Yes, yes it is."

I felt myself being lowered down after that, my shoes touching the ground as he released me. It was a rooftop garden of a shopping complex, and the crowd around us, evidently startled by our presence.

We were lucky this shopping complex wasn't closed yet, it wouldn't be nice to be caught for trespassing.

Exhaling heavily, the crowd was going wild at the presence of the local superhero. I could only focus on balancing properly on my two legs, that was still trembling violently. Collapsing right into his arms, he caught me effortlessly and he hugged me, for the second time today.

My heart just couldn't catch a break.

"Woah there, you alright?"

Swallowing nervously, I quickly stood up, straightening myself, immediately regretting it as I felt a sharp pain piercing my back.

I cried out softly in response and he became flustered, ignorant of the crowd swarming around us. The girls in the crowd couldn't help but swoon, and I could feel the envious stares all around me.

"Are you okay, Jean? You have to be more careful." He murmured softly and I nodded my head, slowly straightening myself.

"I'm-I'm fine. Thank you, as always, for saving my life--I guess maybe...I can trust you, a little." I admitted, giving him a small smile and I knew that my words affected him, judging by his silent response.

"...why don't you trust me?"

"It's not that I don't trust you to save my life or everyone's life, but I can't help but think that you have ulterior motives, and encountering you too many times, along with today--how did you even know where to find me? Don't think I forgot about that."

He remained silent as he comprehended my words, gazing intently at me. It was hard to keep eye contact and I quickly looked away, his stare unnerved me.

Deciding to peek, I noticed the look in his eyes softening and I could hear him smiling, relief shining in his eyes. I widened my eyes in return, not expecting that response from him.

"So that's your reason, I thought you hated me."

"Hate you? Why would I hate you?"

"Because it's my fault that your back is injured so badly."

I rolled my eyes, I remember telling him a dozen times, it isn't his fault. I chose to jump in there recklessly, my mind was only occupied on the thoughts on saving Jessie's life.

"How many times do I have to tell you? It isn't your fault!"

"I know, and I understand your suspicions about me. But rest assured, I don't have any intentions of harming you in any way. My intentions aren't evil." He explained and I smiled at his words, watching as he took a step back.

I guess I could trust him more, but not entirely. After all, he is the man who saved my life countless times, and I'll be eternally grateful to him for that. Every single day, he risks his life to save someone else, how can anyone not trust someone like that?

"You still haven't told me how you found me." I said, knowing he was ready to fly off to rescue another hapless soul.

"Stay safe, I'll be watching." He simply responded, taking off and the wind caused my hair to flap around wildly, observing as he flew off. The women amongst the crowd rushed forward, all of them yearning for his attention, screaming out his name.

Being hunted down by evil Apeirons or having a superhero stalker.

I don't know which is better.

...and also, where the hell am I and how am I supposed to get home?

Just on cue, my phone started buzzing violently in my pocket and I forgot I even brought it along with me. It was Jessie calling me and I knew she was going to bombard me with thousands of questions, making me sigh in exhaustion.

"Hello?"

"Jean! Where the heck are you? Where did you go? Are you okay? Who is 'That Person'? And-"

This is going to be a long day...

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My anxiety about everything was driving me insane, naturally causing me to lose my sleep. Leaning back on the couch, I gulped down the apple cider, sighing as I stared into empty space.

It was past midnight and the house was enshrouded in silence, the clock ticking away at a constant pace. The only source of light was the moonlight that streamed glass walls, I couldn't be bothered to turn on the lights.

Thanks to Omni, this past week has been safe for me and my family, with him fending off the hired Apeirons. However, this method of protection wouldn't last long, he couldn't keep protecting us forever. We couldn't depend on him forever either.

Taking another gulp from the cider, I almost knocked it over the table while placing it, catching it in the nick of time. I grimaced, placing it further away as I went back to contemplating.

My father didn't want me to involve myself further in his affairs, so he never gave me any more information about what he was going to expose or how or went. He didn't say a word no matter how many times I questioned him, so I guess I had to figure it out on my own.

My back was already healing quicker than I expected, and I couldn't wait for it to heal fully.

The cider finally took effect as I felt myself getting drowsy, my body feeling warmer. I had an appointment with Jessie tomorrow and if I don't catch some sleep now, I'll probably be late for our rendezvous.

I jolted from my sleepy daze to the door opening, the moonlight illuminated his face and I was surprised to see Nathan. He was dressed in a black hoodie and black pants; his hoodie wasn't put up though and he was carrying a satchel along with him.

"Are you trying to rob a house?" I asked, startling him as he glanced around, before his wide eyes finally landed on me.

He heaved a sigh of relief, frowning at me. "What are you doing up so late?"

"What about you?"

"I had some important matters to attend to."

"Hmm...I envy you, at least you have a reason for staying up. For me, I just simply can't sleep." I signed wistfully, my drowsiness now gone due to the new presence.

"Something troubling you?"

"Yeah, a lot of things."

A look of understanding flitted across his eyes. He settled down opposite me, placing his satchel gently on the table, probably not wanting to make a loud noise.

"Let me tell you a boring story then, how about that?"

"How boring can it be?"

"Once upon a time, there lived a beautiful princess and a handsome prince, the two were destined for one-"

I cringed at the cliché storyline, unable to hear it any further. "For real?"

My disgruntled yet disgusted look must have amused him, since his shoulders were shaking with mirth. He snickered, trying to control his laughter since my parents were sleeping. I felt myself relaxing soon after, my worries not preoccupying my mind anymore, it was odd, how my worries just swept away after I talked to Nathan.

"Want me to continue?" Nathan smirked impishly.

I chuckled, shaking my head. "No thanks, I'll try and sleep now, since I drank this." I showed him the empty cider bottle, grinning lazily.

"Alright, I'll help you throw that."

"Thank you, how thoughtful of you." I answered, shocked at how considerate he was.

He murmured something in return, but I couldn't hear it. Questioning him again, he just shrugged it off, making me frown.

"Have a good sleep." He said, taking the bottle from the table as he proceeded to the kitchen, walking past me.

"I'll try." I responded, standing up, only for me to wobble due to the drowsiness coming back. Nathan caught me in time, pulling me into an awfully familiar embrace and I gasped, surprised and relieved.

"Are you okay?"

Moving away, I nodded my head vigorously, embarrassed yet confused.

Oh my god, Jean. Why are you always such a klutz?

...and the feeling of his hug, it feels...very familiar.

"Thank you." I managed out, scuttling back to my bedroom.

"You're welcome." I heard him say, before I disappeared back into my room.

Sitting on the bed, I frowned to myself, confounded. My mind replayed the scene yet again, along with the many other times I fell into Omni's arms.

No matter how I try to shake it off, it just feels too similar.

Now that I think about it, his outfit looks like an exact replica of Omni's outfit.

Moreover, entering his second home—as he calls it, this late in the night?

"Coincidence or not?" I whispered to myself, eventually shaking my head.

Nah, there's too many outfit like this and black is an all-time favourite colour for clothes.

He might just have a similar build to him too, that's probably why.

"...yeah, that's probably it." I nodded to myself, however, my suspicions remained there.

If he really is Omni, it explains a few questions of mine.

...hmm, nope, impossible.

Or is it?

I mulled over this hypothesis for the entire night, unable to get some sleep after all.

Who is your favourite superhero? It can be anyone from anywhere, be it fictitious or non-fictitious. ;)  

Hey guys! I had examinations and I also gave myself a short break. I apologise for the late update and a short chapter ><! Thank you to all of your for sticking with me through this journey and I hope you continue to do so. Love you all and I hope you have a great day :)!

P.S. I can't afford any time to edit all the chapters fully, as always, I apologise for any mistakes in advance. I promise to correct them once I am completed with this story. I am so, so sorry my dear readers!