CO2_GHOUL

At Nightingale Academy, where heroes are forged based on the destructive power of their abilities, Troy stands at the bottom of the hierarchy. His gift? Bubbles, harmless, fragile, and utterly unremarkable in a world where strength defines worth. Mocked by peers and ignored by the system, he struggles to prove that power isn’t just about destruction.

But when a single night shatters his perception of what it means to be a hero, Troy is forced to confront the dark truth behind the heroes he once admired. In a world where justice is painted in shades of gray, he must carve his own path, one where power is redefined, and saving lives means more than just winning battles.

Even if it means standing alone.

Bubble Boy

The morning sun bled gold through the bedroom curtains. 


Zoe stood in front of the mirror, tugging her hoodie over her head. Her school bag slumped on the floor, half-zipped, textbooks peeking out like restless ghosts. She adjusted the collar, wiped the sleep from her eyes, and breathed deep. 


Her chest still buzzed, not from power, but from everything that had unraveled the night before. 


She tiptoed down the stairs, the scent of coffee and toast curling into the air. The sound of plates. Of quiet conversation. 


When she entered the kitchen, her parents turned toward her. 


Troy sat at the table, a mug in his hand. Annie stood by the stove, flipping eggs. 


“Morning,” Zoe said, her voice a little too small. 


Annie offered a soft smile. “Hey, sweetie. Breakfast’s almost ready.” 


Troy’s eyes didn’t soften. “You sleep okay?” 


“I’m sorry. For how I acted yesterday.” 


Fractures and Foundations