Chapter 20 - Part One: A Day of Fun and Unexpected Danger

The Xavier Institute buzzed with excitement as Kevin, Rachel, Jamie, and their friends - Lily, Alex, Nate, and Mia - planned a day of adventure outside the school walls. They were eager to have some fun and unwind, and Rachel, with her energy manipulation abilities, was especially thrilled about the day ahead.

"Alright, guys, here's the plan," Rachel exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "First, we'll hit the cinema for an awesome movie, then we'll go shopping at the mall, and finally, we'll treat ourselves to a delicious dinner!"

Kevin grinned mischievously. "Sounds like a blast! Let's invite Anthony too, the floating guy needs a break from all the studying!"

The group readily agreed, knowing that Anthony could use a day out with friends. Bobby, or Iceman as they knew him, offered to chaperone the outing, making sure they stayed safe and out of trouble.

At the cinema, they all settled into their seats, eagerly awaiting the movie to begin. Jamie, always the laid-back one, kicked back in his seat. "Can't wait to see some epic action on the big screen!"

Rachel nodded in agreement. "This is going to be so much fun!"

As the lights dimmed, the group got lost in the movie, cheering at the exciting fight scenes and laughing at the comedic moments. They tried their best not to use their mutant abilities during the movie, not wanting to cause any disruptions.

After the movie, they headed to the mall, each teen excited to shop for new clothes and accessories. Nate, the tech-savvy mutant, whipped out his smartphone to check out the latest fashion trends. "Alright, let's find the coolest stores first!"

They split into smaller groups, with Rachel and Lily browsing the latest fashion trends, while Jamie and Alex checked out the sports gear. Kevin and Mia were on a mission to find some quirky accessories, and Nate was on a quest to discover the coolest tech gadgets.

Anthony, floating gently above the ground, observed his friends with a smile. He didn't need clothes, but he enjoyed watching them have fun. He felt grateful to be included and accepted by this group of mutants, who had quickly become like family to him.

As they reunited at the food court for lunch, they chatted and laughed, exchanging stories about their shopping finds. Rachel's energy manipulation came into play as she playfully created mini light shows, eliciting cheers and applause from her friends.

Bobby, always the responsible one, reminded them not to draw attention to themselves with their mutant abilities. "Let's try to keep a low profile, guys. We don't want any trouble."

The teenagers nodded, understanding the need for caution in a world that often feared and misunderstood mutants.

After a delicious meal, they decided to go for dessert at a nearby ice cream parlor. They laughed and joked, savoring the sweet treats and creating new memories together.

As the day came to an end, they gathered in the parking lot, feeling a sense of contentment and camaraderie. Anthony, floating a few inches off the ground, grinned at his friends. "Thanks for inviting me today. I had a great time."

Rachel beamed at him. "Of course, Anthony! You're part of our crew now."

Just as they were about to head back to the institute, a group of anti-mutant protestors appeared, shouting hateful slurs and brandishing signs with offensive messages.

Fear gripped the group, and Kevin's fists clenched in anger. "Why can't they just leave us alone?"

Bobby stepped forward, his icy aura acting as a protective shield. "Stay close, everyone. We'll walk back calmly and ignore them."

But the protestors closed in, their anger escalating. Anthony's heart pounded, and he instinctively rose higher into the air, trying to keep a safe distance.

Rachel, her energy surging, felt torn between fear and defiance. "We're not backing down. We have each other, and we won't let them intimidate us!"

In that tense moment, the group stood strong, united against the bigotry and hatred directed at them. The confrontation left them shaken but determined to support and protect one another.

As they made their way back to the institute, the day of fun and friendship had taken an unexpected turn. They were reminded of the challenges they faced as mutants, but they also knew that together, they were stronger.

To be continued...

(A/N: I my fanfic that bad that I am not receiving any power stones? do you want me to stop writing!? where are my power stones people, don't be selfish! T-T cmon....)