So what if I keep it a secret and wear no pad or should I not keep it a secret and wear a pad but I don't want nobody to know

You definitely should not keep it a secret and wear no pad, because your period will leak and it will be way more obvious than just wearing a pad. I get that you don't want anyone to know, but pads are actually pretty sneaky these days, and there are other options too!

Just wearing a pad on its own is usually super discreet. People really aren't staring at your crotch trying to figure out if you have one on, I promise. Most pads are thin enough that they won't show through clothes, especially darker ones. And if you're worried, a hoodie tied around your waist is basically camouflage!

If you're still not feeling the pad vibe, there are other choices like period underwear. They look just like regular undies but have a special layer to absorb blood, and they're seriously comfy. There are also tampons or menstrual cups, but those are usually for a bit later once you're more used to everything. The main thing is to use something to catch the blood, because otherwise, it will get on your clothes, and that's usually a way bigger deal than silently wearing a pad.