Newt

From the first day Mia arrived in the Glade, Newt became her shadow, at Alby's behest. At first, it was simply a duty—to keep an eye on her and keep her safe in this dangerous place. But the more time they spent together, the more unbearable the attention became for both of them.

Mia was stubborn and unwilling to be cared for. Every time Newt interfered in her affairs, she would explode: "I'm not a child! I can take care of myself!" This made Newt anxious and irritated. He knew he cared for her, but his control only fueled her anger.

After another argument, when Mia angrily told him he was acting like a security guard, they parted ways. Newt felt like a jerk; he didn't want to be her shadow. By evening, his nerves had given out.

Later, among the boys around the campfire, he couldn't concentrate. Unsure of what to do, he suddenly lunged at Jason. The blow was sharp. Thomas and Minho grabbed him.

"Newt! What's wrong with you?" Thomas exclaimed.

"Where is she?! Where is my Mia?!" Newt screamed, his voice hoarse with fear.

Minho said anxiously, "Calm down! We'll find her!"

Finally, when he was about to return empty-handed, he heard her quiet voice:

• Newt?!

"Mia!" he shouted, running up to her. "I was so worried!"