Isabelle's POV
I had the best sleep of my life last night after I ate my snacks and let my eyes drift off to anime. I didn't have any nightmares, I didn't think about what happened earlier, and I didn't dream about my past life. But now, I couldn't help but think that I'd repeated my past life in some way.
I mean, I had friends in this life and I wasn't afraid to stick up for myself, but I was still an outcast. What should I have done differently? I shook my head at my thoughts. I didn't regret taking this route. It was much better than my previous life.
I was ecstatic that my dad didn't abuse my mom & I was ecstatic I was best friends with the popular girl who wasn't a total snob, but could be a total slut. I said could. I'm extremely grateful for this second chance God bestowed upon me; I'd make the best of it.
I jumped up and caught my alarm clock before it had a chance to ring. I was already awake so I cut it off for the day. I went through my morning routine efficiently this morning which is something I don't do.
I looked into the bathroom mirror and oh my god! My face was glowing. I underestimated my rest— the sleep had been so great that I could no longer call it regular sleep. I had to call it "beauty rest" now.
I quit gawking at myself and hopped into the shower. I got out and brushed my teeth while crossing the threshold that divided my bedroom from my bathroom. So in other words, I had my bathroom built into my bedroom.
I never regretted them being that close because I liked to go into my bedroom to get dressed after a shower or bath. I picked a dark pair of ripped jeans and a plain white tee. I paired it with a silver and diamond encrusted infinity necklace with white low top converse. I felt like today would be a good day.
I moisturized and applied deodorant before I changed. I changed and sprayed on some perfume from Victoria Secret. I retrieved my backpack and stuffed it with my books and keys. I made the bed, cut the lights off and proceeded to go downstairs to the kitchen. I greeted my parents and they looked at me in shock.
I asked, "What? Is my shirt on backwards again?"
I started to check my shirt before my mom cut me off and responded, "No, we're just surprised that you're down early. You're always late coming down. Good morning, though."
My dad nodded his head at me, "Yea. What she said. Good morning, sweetness."
I shook my head at them. What is that shocking that I could wake up feeling great enough to get ready early? It actually felt nice.
I shrugged, "I had some great sleep so I woke up feeling energized enough to ready myself earlier than normal."
"Well that's great. Do you have a special request for breakfast?" She asked.
I replied, "Nope. The usual please, mom."
I waited on breakfast. To pass the time by, I texted Jen to see what was up and she was so happy that I wasn't dead. She could've just stopped by and checked on me, but I forgot that wasn't her style. Breakfast was ready now and I stuffed my face immediately. I looked up from my plate of waffles to see my parents looking at me, amused by me eating like I hadn't ate in years. I smiled widely with a mouthful of waffles, which made them laugh even more.
When we all finished breakfast, we still had extra time. I guess my parents morning schedule revolves around me. As I looked at them, I realized that they were so calm and looked too peaceful. I wanted to scream and scare them just for the hell of it, but I decided against it since they would probably question my sanity if I did so.
I broke the silence, "I think I'll walk to school this morning. It's early and I know I'll have time. I'm giving you two a break, but it's just for today. Have fun, kids."
They didn't protest and just let me be. I picked my bag up and stuffed my ready-made lunch into it, zipped it and headed for the door. I turned around right as I gripped the door handle and waved bye with a kiss to both of them. I proceeded to leave and walk to school.
I was finally at the third lot with almost fifteen minutes to spare—this is going great. While crossing the lot, I saw Noelle & waved her over. She was so shocked to see me.
She walked over and said, "I almost didn't believe it was you. I've never seen you walk through here this early. You're usually always almost late. I never knew how you could escape the bell. Anyway, I'm rambling but good morning."
I chuckled at her, "It's okay. I'd be surprised if I were you, too. I felt great this morning after I got some beauty rest. Plus, I really wanted to walk. I never knew you walked in the morning."
"Yea, I always walk. You'd know if you got here early," she said while quietly scolding me.
I laughed it off. "Well, I'm sorry, Noelle. If I had known sooner, I'd start walking with you to school. We're friends, right? So why don't we exchange numbers?"
"Omg! Yes. I've never thought about that."
"I guess it's the type of friendship we have," I suggested with a shrug.
We exchanged numbers and we talked for about five more minutes but then Rick Merwyn called her over. She turned to me shyly apologizing for having to excuse herself. I gave her a thumbs up which made her blush.
I was alone again but it was peaceful this way. I took my phone and looked at the clock again—seven minutes left. I continued to walk and on the way, I saw Lucian. He smiled at me and I awkwardly waved, but I never stopped to talk to him.
That bastard. He must have thought I forgot. I thought he was different but he was just like the rest of the jocks here. Well, correction: most of them.*
Anyway, he used me to get close to Jen or he wanted to have both of us which disgusted me for some reason. He had a better chance with Jen than me anyway. She was already into him and didn't care about hook ups, but I was a virgin and didn't plan on losing it until I was married. I know it's kinda stupid and so cliché, but I really do want to wait until I know for sure that I've met my special guy.
I shook my head to clear my thoughts and walked through the school to my locker. I unlocked it and a note fell out; I bent over to pick the note up and I heard a whistle when I bent over. Jerks!
I picked the note up and was about to read it to myself, but Jen came up and scared the daylights out of me.
"Boo!"
I jumped, "Stop doing that. You nearly gave me a heart attack, Periwinkle!"
"Not so loud, Bunny!" She said while shushing me. "Anyways where have you been? Do you feel better? I know I should be a better friend, but I got caught up yesterday so I couldn't make my way to you. I'm sorry."
I replied, "I was resting & it's okay, Jennifer. I know it's not your style anyway. I didn't hold it against you."
She responded, "Oh. Well thanks, I guess..? You didn't miss anything important but your request for your schedule change did get approved. You now have study hall instead of math with me & the hottie. Ya'know, you didn't have to leave me."
"You shouldn't feel offended, Peri. We've been friends too long for me not to know how you roll. That's great! And that means you can get your chance easier, Jen."
She shook her head, "It's not but forget that. Let's go to my locker so I can grab my stuff."
I followed her side by side, and our arms were linked together like little kids. We walked to her locker and resumed our convo.
"I saw you bend over back there, Bunny. You have such a yummy piece of.. mmmm."
My eyes bulged. I quickly covered her mouth "Don't say things like that aloud, Jen." I removed my hands from her mouth and she laughed at me with all her might. I gave her a slight frown in return while I leaned against the next locker.
She ceased her amusement, "I'm sorry, but it's true, Belle. You have a nice ass. You have great curves. I'd trade my body for yours any day." She sized me up and nodded her as soon as she was done.
She sure knew how to make me flush with embarrassment, but Brad walked up with Tyler and I hurriedly wiped away the flush from my face.
"Hey," he spoke to me.
I replied, "Hi, bye. See ya Jen."
I was about to walk away when someone tugged at my arm. I turned to see Lucian and was immediately confused.
"Great. Didn't mean to disturb you. You were in front of my locker again."
He irritated me and caused me to express my anger, "You're an ass. I was already moving and you just had to say something."
He laughed at me but suddenly stopped and stared at me which made me look at him with disgust.
"What?" I asked.
He answered, "You look different. That's all."
"It's called sleep. Bye Lucian." I turned around and saw Jennifer and the two jocks staring at me.
"Now what's with you three?" I was getting angry.
Jen threw her hands up, "Nothing. We just never see you talking to boys— especially like that. Like ever. It's just a shock."
"You don't talk to boys?" asked Lucian.
"Nope," Jen said while popping the 'p' sound.
He said, "No wonder you're so into books."
"If I recall correctly, you've read that same book because you spoiled the ending for me. And for your information, I don't talk to boys because they're full of testosterone and stupidity & you just proved my point. Goodbye, moron."
I finished my rant and headed back to my locker because I realized I forgot to grab my book. I walked past Lucian and saw Rick again. He hugged me out of nowhere and it caught me off guard.
"Sorry, I just wanna thank you for encouraging Noelle. I never had the nerve to ask her out so I'm glad you pushed her. Sorry once again," he let go and walked off.
I kept walking to my locker though I was in a daze; I finally arrived at my locker and input the combination code. I was quickly followed by Lucian who had an evident face of anger portrayed.
"What's your problem?" He asked.
"What do you mean?" I asked.
He inquired, "Are you seeing that guy?"
I laughed and it made him huff, turning his face redder than the color of blood. "Why?"
"So you are? I thought you didn't talk to boys.." he trailed off.
I answered, "Pft. I'm not always around Jen. She wouldn't know who or if I talked to anyone. Furthermore, you just tried to down me because I don't conversate with boys. What's with the attitude change?"
"You're right. It's not my business. And you called me a moron. I won't forget that. I thought we were friends?"
I said, "We're no longer friends. We don't have a reason to be. We share a class, that's it," I paused to close my locker, "Also, you lied to me about yesterday. I don't talk to liars but I'd rather forget about the incident. Don't bother me and I won't bother you. Bye."
I grabbed my book and placed the note I'd been holding into a page of the book. I was so caught up with Jennifer that I forgot to read it. I opened the book and unfolded the paper. I paused my steps to read the note.
It read, "I'm your secret admirer. I haven't mustered up enough courage to actually tell you, yet. You might laugh at me."
I thought it was silly and cute all at the same time. I wondered who it could be. I heard a growl and I immediately thought it was my stomach but I soon realized it came from behind me. I turned to see where it came from but nobody was there. Oh well. I headed to my first period of the day: Library Linguistics.
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Lucian's POV
I saw her take a pause in her walk to read something from her book. My curiosity got the best of me and caused me to look at the page from behind her. It was actually a note and after I read it, I growled. I had to get away from her.
So she has a secret admirer, eh? It makes my damn blood boil and she thinks it's so funny. Doesn't that person know she doesn't like talking to boys? What's wrong with me? And what did she mean by lying to her? I always tell the truth.