Adora's POV

I don't exactly know what happened after I left Catra's house, but all I know is I ended up sprinting to Glimmer's house. My shaking hand pounding against the glass door, my legs practically giving out as I made it to her doorstep.

I tried to hold it together as I watched Glimmer approach closer to the door from the inside, flicking on the porch light and squinting. A quick wiggle of the knob and the door was flung open.

"Adora..what are you doing he-"

I quickly stumbled forward, my ability to keep consciousness faded at that moment. My body completely slumping against Glimmer.

I heard a small gulping noise come from Glimmer's throat as she held me up a bit straighter, "Come on, let's get you inside".

Deciding not to protest, she half-dragged me inside to her living room and plopped me down onto the couch.

"Tea? Anything to drink?" She offered, staring down at me.

My head was down and my shoulders sagged, "Sure.."

Quick footsteps made their way into the kitchen, a few clanking of cups and the sound of the sink turning on. I made myself busy with staring at a piece of fuzz that was stuck onto my shoelace.

I noted to myself that Bow must've been here earlier since his jacket seemed to be lying on the couch as well. I secretly stared at the kitchen that was behind the couch I was sitting on and watched Glimmer stare intently at the two teacups that had tea bags in them. The steam rising and winding around Glimmer's face.

I quickly faced forward again and played with my phone in my pocket. A side of me really wanted Catra to text me. But..then again I was the one storming out on her. I shook my head quickly.

'Don't feel pity for her. She brought this onto herself' I thought to myself. I fiddled with my thumbs and finally pulled out my phone. I chewed on my lower lip as I stared down at some previous texts with Catra last week.

Catra: thinking about u

Adora: How coincidental, me too!

Catra: me? or urself?

Adora: You know what I meant stupid!

Catra: ugh u use too much grammar. going to sleep. hate u bye

Adora: Don't be such a stick in the mud! I miss you! Talk to me!

Catra: go to sleep

Adora: Fine, goodnight! :)

Catra: im messing w you, what do you want to talk to about

Adora: Call?

Catra: Sure, gimmie 5

Call ended (Duration: 4:12:05)

I ran a tired hand through my messy hair as I shut off my phone. My back slouching against the couch, how could yesterday going from that too whatever this is now. I closed my eyes and decided to just wait for Glimmer to come back with the tea.

"Stupid me..going to check our texts" I mumbled.

"What was that?"

I jumped suddenly and my eyes flew open, landing on Glimmer that was holding a tray that had 2 mugs and some cookies.

"You didn't-" I started but shook my head. "Nevermind, thank you for the uh..tea and cookies"

Glimmer raised an eyebrow but shrugged, setting down the tray and falling into the couch next to me. The silence was a bit comforting on my end but I don't know if it was the same for Glimmer.

I tapped my foot to the ground nervously as I stared at Glimmer from the corner of my eye.

Suddenly she spoke, "So..are we just going to sit here like idiots? Or are you going to tell me what's going on"

I rubbed my eyes subconsciously, "It's about Catra"

"When is it not about Catra?" She teased.

A small flare of anger rose when Glimmer said, "Can you please take this seriously"

Glimmer raised her hands in defense, "Sorry Sorry, I'm just..trying to lighten the mood a bit"

"Well, nothing about my situation is lightning. Nothing can fix what she did!" I suddenly screamed, throwing a nearby pillow to the wall.

I instantly felt bad as I whipped my head around to see Glimmer staring at me awkwardly. I scratched the back of my head in guilt, "I'm sorry. I'm all out of sorts"

"I get you're mad, but you first have to tell me what's wrong. Not..um. Turning my house into a zoo" Glimmer sighed.

I nodded hesitantly, "She's keeping secrets again"

"Who?"

"Catra!" I groaned, extremely annoyed.

"Sorry, just clarifying. What is she keeping secrets about exactly?" She responded.

If I wasn't already sinking into the couch enough, I felt the couch practically engulfing me more as I thought about how I was going to respond.

"You know...how Catra and I were fostered when we were younger? And we lived with Shadow Weaver?" I mumbled, watching her give a stiff nod. "Well, it turns out that Shadow Weaver has been Mrs. Grant, the women who made us go into the fight club shenanigans. And also! It just so happens that um-" I swallowed thickly then.

Just saying that my parents are gone, because of that woman. It makes me sick to my stomach, it always makes my stomach churn no matter how many times I think of it. A soft hand touched my shoulder making me lookup. Glimmer stared at me with understanding, "Take your time"

With that I did, exhaling and breathing a few times before continuing. "Shadow Weaver..killed my parents. A-And...Catra didn't even tell me"

Glimmer stared down at the ground, her hand dropping from my shoulder. She looked a bit guilty for some reason but she covered it by taking a sip of her tea.

"Why are you making that face?" I said, pointing out the guilty face.

Glimmer instantly set down the cup, "You're not mad at Catra because she kept this from you, right?"

I was instantly taken back. With a raised eyebrow I stared at her with disbelief, "Are you seriously asking me that? Of course, I am! She kept something like that from me, am I not supposed to be mad?"

"Sorry, that came out wrong. You have every right to be mad, but Adora. You have to see why Catra would do such a thing" She explained.

I stood up suddenly and balled my fist, "No! I don't! She had no right, she should have told me right as she found out! She broke a promise"

"Stop being a child Adora! Shut up with your stupid promises, stop making promises with her then cause all you're going to do is get yourself hurt. Have you ever thought that maybe Catra kept it from you to keep you safe?!" She responded, waving her hands around a bit.

I ran the palm of my hand over my face in anger, "Why are you two thinking that me knowing this will put me in danger!"

"Because I know how irrational you are! You don't think sometimes and you will throw yourself into danger. The first thing you're going to do is confront Shadow Weaver. That's the last thing I want you to do!" She sighed, trying to put more reason into her answer.

I stared at her blankly, "Why are you on Catra's side all of a sudden!"

"Because Catra made the right decision!"

"How?!"

Glimmer stood up suddenly, "You were already under enough pressure with the fight club, your goal is to get that stupid ring so that Shadow Weaver can get out of your lives. Catra telling you about your parents would only put a strain on that".

I didn't let her continue, "No! It's not right! If I were in Catra's position, I would have told her instantly. There is no way you would not react the same way I am!". I then stopped and stared at Glimmer, "I can't do this anymore. I'm ending it with Catra"

I then swiftly turned around and headed for the door, my mind was elsewhere. My mouth was speaking lies but I can't keep myself together.

Glimmer tried to keep her composure as she pinched the bridge of her nose, "Adora wait!"

Something resided in me to stop where I was headed, my feet planted into the ground as I waited for what she had to say.

"I can't say I wouldn't be mad, but I wouldn't ever keep a grudge for this. You're taking this too far Adora. Catra would have told you eventually, but she must've not been in a good place to tell you. Or maybe she thought that you weren't in a good enough place. Please, don't do something you're going to regret" She pleaded, her eyes starting to glaze over a bit.

The two mugs that were once filled with warmth, was now cold. One touched and one untouched.

"I know what you're trying to say, but I can't do it anymore. She promised that she wouldn't lie to me, I would have forgiven her if it was something small. But this...It's unforgivable. It's more than just breaking a promise, it's breaking all of my trust I had in for her" I mumbled, my voice cracking as I tried to hide it with my fist over my mouth.

My body was now fully faced to Glimmer who had her hands at her side, her hands were into fists and they were clenching..hard. Her knuckles were white and she was stared down at the ground with a blank expression.

I suddenly felt awkward with her presence, I didn't know what to do. My feet subconsciously taking a step back towards the door.

"Adora" A broken voice began to say.

I gulped and didn't know how to answer at that moment.

"If you're going to break off everything with Catra, then you might as well do the same to me" She croaked.

I took a full step back at that, "What are you-"

"I knew about it too!"

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Glimmer's POV

The moment Adora stepped into my house, I could tell something was wrong. I couldn't pinpoint what exactly was the matter when she stumbled in. But, something wasn't right. I've never seen her..so broken before.

Once she explained everything to me, guilt flooded into me. I had to eventually tell her that I knew everything too. I couldn't let Catra take all the heat, I was the one who helped her. I can't lie to Adora about something like that.

"I knew about it too!" I suddenly blurted. I couldn't help the burning streams of tears go down. I haven't feared a lot in my life. But, Adora finding out about her parents was one of my biggest fears. Her reaction, the aftermath, how it would affect her in the long run.

"What are you saying?" She sucked in a sharp breath.

I couldn't hold it in anymore, "I kept it from you too, Adora. I knew about everything, I helped Catra get the files to Shadow Weaver. I've known about your parents for the same amount of time Catra has"

My chest hurt as I tried to continue my sentence, "Adora, I'm your best friend. You know that right? I know what's best for you, and keeping this from you was my choice alone. I know for a fact Catra was considering telling you way earlier but I stopped her. I told her that it was for the better because it is!"

Now..as of right now. My biggest fear was to look Adora in the eyes. I couldn't do it, I couldn't watch her break into pieces. Way to go Glimmer, breaking her into more pieces than she already is. She came to you for help..all you did was make it worse.

I expected a full breakout steaming rage from her but all I heard was a weak, "Why?"

"Adora..you know why. You were already under so much pressure with everything, you have to understand that our decision of not telling you right away was not easy. It's not simple for us to tell you something like that at the drop of a hat. We wanted you to be in a safer place..a more comfortable place in your life. Especially not when you're associated with Shadow Weaver, so, please. Please..try and understand" I pleaded, stinging tears running down my face.

I finally was able to stare deep into Adora's eyes, trying to read something. But it was as if she wasn't even there.

All color drained from my face as looked at me and said, "I'm sorry. I can't"

It was a lie, there was no way Adora would say that. After all that attempt at reasoning with her, "Stop it, Adora!"

I called for her again but she wouldn't stop as she went for the door, "Stop being a child, Adora! Stop running from your problems!"

A door was slammed and I was left with nothing but myself and the faint echoes from my previous screams. I fell to my knees and took my anger out on the world.

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Shadow Weaver's POV

"You two are acting off" I mumbled, my eyes squinting at the two figures that were yet to speak to me.

"No we're not" Catra hissed, her eyes darting to Adora's who refused to make any time of eye contact with her. "Right, Adora?"

Adora flinched at her name being called but only gave a nod. I rested my cheek on my fist and looked at the two.

"Well, if you two aren't going to speak at all then I'll just go over what's expected of next week. Adora, you are fighting in the second round, and Catra you are fighting in the third. I'm proud that you were able to make it into the finals, you are almost done. But like I said from the start, I fear that you will have to fight each other"

"I'm not fighting her" Catra started, crossing her arms and staring at me.

It was hard to keep my composure with Catra's negative attitude, especially when Adora was around. The last thing I need is Adora hating me for being rude to Catra. Adora is stronger than Catra on way higher levels and more intelligent when it comes to fighting, I need her to stay in the competition.

"Catra, be quiet" Adora hissed.

Catra opened her mouth in disbelief and turned away. I couldn't help the sly grin that appeared on my face, the only person that would able to shut that smart mouth of hers was Adora. Thankfully I continued, "Catra, I appreciate your sentimental feelings about not wanting to hurt Adora, but you know this is how it goes. Unless you want to face the consequences, am I clear?"

Catra slouched, "Yes, ma'am"

"Very well, go on ahead you two. Get some rest before next week, don't go getting into trouble" I informed, Adora, giving a small 'thank you' and Catra storming off. The two made it out of my classroom, but I felt a sudden urge to use the bathroom.

I swiftly made my way out of my class and locked it tightly. The last thing I need is a pesty feline rummaging through my stuff.

I finished my business in the restroom, washing my hands lazily in the sink and staring at my tired expression through the mirror. I sighed and quickly made my way out of the restroom. I was about to round the corner but I quickly stopped due to hearing two familiar voices bickering.

"Catra, I said let me go!" A blonde said.

The feline girl growled, "No! I won't let you leave without giving me an explanation. You're breaking up with me because of this! I was doing it to protect you! You're acting childish"

"Shut up! Glimmer told me the same thing, and I'm sick of hearing that my decisions are childish! I have every right to be angry, and you had no right to keep things like that away from me!" She cried.

I silently peered a bit, my back to the wall. The only thing I could see was Catra's face streaming with tears and Adora's face completely flushed with anger.

"I'm sorry Adora, I didn't know what to do. I promise I would have told you, but I just needed time" Catra sobbed.

"Time for what?! You know that I wanted to know more about my parents! You know I wanted to know more about Shadow Weaver but you still told me nothing!" She mumbled, not willing to back down to whatever Catra was trying to pull.

I felt my heart skip a beat as my back pressed harder up against the wall, "Adora knows about me?"

I pinched the bridge of my nose and composed myself a bit better. I will have to deal with Catra myself, but as for Adora. I will have to take matters..a bit more seriously with her.

I peered a bit more and saw Adora begin to walk away.

"Don't leave me, not again.." She stammered, trying to reach for Adora's fleeing body.

I held my breath as I watched the situation play out, there's no way Adora would leave with an answer like that. Catra actually managed to grab hold of Adora's arm but it was weak and was easily shrugged off.

"I-.. I can't do this. Just leave me alone" She demanded, seemingly not able to look at Catra in the eyes anymore before finally being able to evade the fight.

I squinted my eyes at the feline who was now hunched over and choking on her own tears. I rolled my eyes then and walked away with a devious grin.

This is going to be fun.

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A/N: Just askin' for educational purposes only, do you guys want a lemon chapter in the future?