Atomic [Newt || Maze Runner]

[Chapter 2] ✙ Jailbreak

[Chapter 2] ✙ Jailbreak

"Okay, what the shuck is going on here?!" Just as Eden barely managed to squeak out her greeting, the Asian boy's voice erupted in a mixture of irritation and confusion, startling the girl as she jumped in her place, instinctively squeezing her eyes shut while her body recoiled, wishing she could disappear into the concrete floors.

"Calm down, slinthead. You're scaring her." The stocky boy scolded as he marched up towards her cowarding figure. "Sorry about that shank," He said, reaching a hand down towards the girl who peered up cautiously. "Guess we 'ought to introduce ourselves before we start asking questions, huh?"

For a moment, Eden didn't move. Her gaze ping-ponging between the boy's outstretched hand and his face, searching for any traces of malice behind his seemingly kind actions.

"Great," The Asian boy huffed, throwing his arms up in exasperation. "We broke her."

"Slim it, Minho." The blond boy said, nudging his friend in the rib.

Before the Asian boy could retort, Eden began to shift in her spot. Slowly but surely, she reached her hand out towards the stocky boy's. But before their fingers could even make contact, he took her by surprise, eagerly extending forth to grab hold of her, pulling her up to her feet with a firm tug.

"My name is Frypan, but the guys just call me Fry for short," He introduced himself with a friendly smile, giving her hand a firm shake. "Nice to meet you."

"I'm Winston," Feeling that he should follow along, the olive-skinned boy was the next to speak as he rests his elbow on Frypan's shoulder. "Nice to meet you, girl."

Eden nodded hesitantly as she let go of Frypan's hand, finding herself still too choked up to speak. She continued down the line, turning to look at the small boy who somewhat resembled Aris.

"Jack," He nodded.

Next up was the Asian boy, though the moment Eden made eye contact with him, she immediately averted them away, causing Frypan and Winston to let out a slight snicker.

"Hey, you scared of me or somethin'?" He asked.

"N-No, not at all..." Eden said, though her actions were quick to contradict her words as she looked as if she was about to collapse again at any moment.

"Alright," She heard the boy chuckle before taking a step closer, effectively towering over her. "If you're not scared, then look at me." He challenged smugly.

"I-I'm alright..." Keeping her gaze glued to the ground, Eden murmured, not daring to make eye contact.

"Look at me," He said, this time in a more commanding tone.

Fearing what would happen to her if she didn't comply, Eden's gaze slowly shifted upwards before coming face to face with a surprisingly child-like grin. She blinked, eyes wide.