After a few minutes from that horrible situation, I waited till the rain stopped. I took a seat at the nearest bench underneath the bus waiting area. I feel so cold.... I feel myself shivering. I swear to my freaking life, when I see that douchebag, I will kill him!
A few more minutes, the rain stopped. I took the chance to run the whole way to my house. When I arrived, I went in and catch my breathe, "I'm home." I said while panting.
My mom comes to greet me by the door, "Welcome ho- what happened to you? Why are you soaken wet?" she asks immediately, she suddenly went to go get some towels and threw them at me. "Dry up then go take a bath before you get sick."
"Thanks mom." I said with a tired voice.
"Hurry up, come down right after, I have an errand for you." She said in a hurry.
An errand?....
"Hurry up!" she said again.
"Alright, alright, I'm going." I replied then went upstairs in the bathroom and got the bath ready. But I'm so tired to run an errand. Ugh, why does today have to suck. After a few minutes, I got in the tub. Aaaahhh~ this is so relaxing.... I wish I could stay in this bath forever- wait no I might die from over hydration- wait does that even exist? Anyways, I stayed for 10 minutes then got out of the tub. I went inside my room and start to put on some fresh clothes.
All of a sudden, I hear loud motorcycle noises outside. Wait, there are rarely any motorcycles in this neighborhood- I got curios so I went and checked it out from my window while I dry my hair with my towel.
The person on the motorcycle seems like they live right beside me. They turned off their engine then got out. They look so cool- Then they removed their helmet- wait it's a girl- She flips her hair- everything suddenly went slow motion- then she looks up my way- I suddenly hid real quick- Wait wait wait- she looks so familiar! wait.... I couldn't see well because it was dark outside..... I peeked at the window again.... oh she's not there anymore.
"Kendall!" My mom yelled from downstairs. "Are you done yet?"
I ran downstairs real quick to the kitchen. "Yeah I'm done."
"Can you bring this to our new neighbor?" she said while packing the food.
Right away I said. "Me?!"
"Yeah, who else? Me? No, I'm too exhausted and I still have some paperwork to finish for work." she replied.
"But, I'm tired too-" I said on my defense.
She suddenly said, "Why are you being like this, I heard they have a kid the same age as you, go make a friend." she's done packing the food and gave it to me real quick. "Just say welcome to the neighborhood, how hard can that be?"
Before I could say anything-
"Uh- no- no- end of discussion. Now go." My mom said and guided me to the door. "I'll see you in a couple of minutes for dinner."
I shrug, "Fine, fine." I had no choice. Dammit.
I walked to the front door of the new neighbor's door, wait, should I knock or ring the bell-
The door suddenly opened. Everything went slow motion- behind that door was Elizabeth- she smiled with curiosity.
"Are you stalking me Kendall?" She said mischievously and smirks.
I- who does she think she is! haha. "No! haha, I did not know that we were neighbors till, well, now." I said in my defense.
She giggles and smiles, "I'm just kidding, and we were busy unpacking and opening the book café for the past two days. But I already knew that we were neighbors." Then she smiles again.
I- her smile is deadly... "Wait how?" I was at my room the whole weekend- how did she know we were neighbors....
"This might sound like I'm the stalker, but my room is just right across yours." She points at my side window then points at hers.
Wait- "Did you- like.... see anything????" Omg... did she see me naked?! I covered my body with my hands.
"What... NO! I'm not like that." Then she laughs.
I nervously smiled, I'm embarrassed.... Why did I think of that....
All of a sudden, "Oh. Are you blushing?" she asks.
Oh this girl has a death wish. I smiled sarcastically and nodded. "Well here, it's for you and your family, welcome to the neighborhood." I said instead and gave her the container with the food my mom prepared.
"Thank you. But are you leaving already? You should join us for dinner." She said with hopeful eyes.
I- "Maybe next time, my mom is all alone at home and she's waiting for me." I smiled and started to walk away. I do feel bad from turning down her offer, but I'm so tired to deal with another anxiety attack situation. But from that conversation we had, I can hear my heartbeat each time I take a step....
"Alright. See you around." Elizabeth said from a far and waved at me.
I waved back and smiled.
I headed home and my mom was setting up the table, I went to help her, then we had dinner.
While we were eating, my mom started to ask questions, "So how was the neighbor?" she asks.
"They were alright, I only met their daughter though." I said while I eat and read my romantic novel.
"Oh, how is she? Is she pretty?" she asks again.
My eyes widen up a bit and I coughed.
My mom poured me some water and gave it to me, "Stop reading your romantic novel and focus on eating your food."
I- it wasn't the romantic novel's fault though- It's her question. Even though I badly want to tell her that Elizabeth is pretty and amazing and that I- wait no- WHAT.... No, no, no- I don't like her. Wait I do but not that way...
My mom ruined my thought process and asks again, "So is she pretty or not?"
I just smiled and nodded. Why is my mom even asking that question. Why does she want to know?! "So why are you asking?" I fired back at her.
"Oh, I was just curious, and also, if you're interested in her, I don't mind at all sweetie." She mischievously said while looking at her food slicing that potato.
WAIT WHAT?! "No! I don't like her like that mom. and wait why do you support this- and how did you know-" Wait I just asked her how- I-
"Honey, it's alright. Your dad and I are actually bi." She said.
Bi? "What's that?"
"Bisexuality, it's when a person is attracted to two or more genders." She explains.
Wait- why the sudden confession-
"And I accept you for who you are." She smiles and smirks.
"Mom. Why the sudden confession?" I asked.
"Honey, I thought that you're old enough to know. And also, I don't like keeping secrets from you, and I want you to come to me when you need something. I want you to trust me." She takes a bite of her potato. "Also, you're dad would have liked to let you know too."
I smiled and said, "Thank you for letting me know mom," I sighed. "but I'm not yet sure if I do have feelings for her, and also I still like guys though." then I sighed.
"Don't rush into it, you have plenty of time to figure things out. Alright?" She said with a calming yet soothing voice.
"Thank you mom." Wow, this day is filled with so much surprising events... Ugh I can't wait to go to sleep.
After dinner, I went straight to my room and lied at my bed. Wait Elizabeth said that she's just from that other room, huh- I went and peeked at my window-
Elizabeth is there sitting down at a chair reading a book.
Wait- is this stalking? nah... I'm just looking-
Elizabeth stopped reading and stood up, she lifted her shirt and removed it-
I- I- I- I covered my eyes real quick- Ah- wait- then I took another peek- I can see her slim waste and tummy.... then she put on a shirt- I- wait why am I- anticipating so much.... Why am I still looking!? Suddenly I fell down to the floor.
A loud thump.
Elizabeth heard it, she went to her window and opened it. She then said, "Hey Kendall, you alright?"
Dammit- I stood up and opened my window, "Yeah I'm alright.... hahaha." I replied.
She giggles, "Alrighty then. Oh and wait," she said and went inside and left me for a bit.
Huh... uhm alright.
She returns back. She tries to hand me a book. "Here, I know that you enjoy romantic novels, and this is a new book, it just came out and the writer is actually famous."
I reached out and got a hold of the book, I looked at it. Wait, "I know this writer, I love all of her books and I wanted to get a hold of this one, how did you get this???"
"Hahaha, well we own a book café for a reason." She said and smiled.
"Oh yeah- haha, I'll read it as soon as I can and I will return it." I said while looking at the book with joy.
She replies, "Nah, you can have it. We have a lot of copies anyways."
"Wait are you sure?" I asked, I don't want to take the book because this must've been hard to get and quite expensive.
"Yeah I'm sure, that book also has the writers autograph." she smiles.
OMG- "Wait really??? How is that possible???" How did she get the autograph- "No I need to return this to you! You know how valuable having a book signed by a famous author??" I said passionately.
"I-" she laughs, "It's alright, I also have another copy with the signature." then she stares up the sky while she puts her head on her arms.
Hm.. "Okay then. But have you ever wondered how the author looks like? Usually most books have a picture of the author, this one doesn't..." I asked her. Even though she doesn't know the answer as well-
She smiles while she looks up the sky, "It's probably cause the author doesn't want to be seen. Or the world will start judging her for how she looks and having that kind of job. Or probably her parents don't support it." She replied.
Woah... Not the answer I was expecting-But that was so detailed. "So do you think the author's name is not really her name?"
"Well that depends. Not sure." She looks at me and smiled. "Well enjoy the book, I'll be heading to sleep now." She smiles and waved at me.
"Alright, thank you again. Goodnight and sleep well." I smiled and waved back.
We both closed our windows at the same time, I can't help my self but giggle because she made a funny face while closing the window. We both giggled and waved back again.
I went to my bed and lied down. I can't help but smile... I held the book close to my chest. Then I felt my heart beating again.... A few minutes later I can't help but close my eyes and head to sleep.
My mom came and checked up on me and smiles. She leaves the room and turns off the light.
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The next day. I woke up on time.... I WOKE UP ON TIME!? Oh wait yeah. I headed to sleep early... Haha. Anyways. I took my time to get ready. I went to take a shower and changed to my uniform. Wait does Elizabeth have school? Wait- why am I asking- I went to check her through my window and see if Elizabeth was there but she wasn't, her room is so clean. Sigh, well then I'll go down for breakfast.
As I walk downstairs, I hear giggling and laughing downstairs. Huh? I looked to check who it was. It's my mom and someone. I can't see well... I just went down stairs, as I keep walking and I slowly see the person's face- Elizabeth!? I lost balanced and fell down-
"Honey? You alright?" My mom asked.
"Uh- yeah. I'm alright." I answered and nervously laughed.
"Honey, this kind and sweet girl came by and bought us some fresh baked bread. Thank you again Elizabeth." My mom said and smiled at Elizabeth.
I stood up.
Elizabeth giggles, "It's my pleasure, also, good morning Kendall." she said and smiled.
Dammit.... Why is her smile so.... DEADLY!? "Morning, hehe." ugh- I just embarrassed myself and fell down.
"Come on and have some breakfast or you'll be late." My mom said while slicing the bread.
I went and sat down beside my mom. Then she started asking weird questions to Elizabeth-
"So, Elizabeth, do you have a boyfriend? or girlfriend?" She asked while putting butter on the sliced bread with a mischievous smile.
Mom.... REALLY!? I just covered my face and sighed.
I hear Elizabeth giggling, then she said, "Not interested in boys but no, I don't have a girlfriend." then she took a sip of her tea.
I find myself blushing and my heart beating... wait why... I suddenly just shoved a piece of bread on my mouth.
My mom notices, I can hear here evil laugh- she's plotting something. Dammit.
"So do you go to school?" My mom changing the topic.
Thankfully. And I'm actually curious if she does go to school, cause if yes, I could've seen her at my school yesterday.
"Oh no, I'm actually homeschooled. I prefer to study on my own." She answered and then looks at me.
I looked away real quick.
"Oooh. Are you good with math?" My mom asked again.
How many damn questions does my mom have- this feels like she's interrogating her-
"Yes, I'm actually good at it haha." Elizabeth said with no hesitation-
"Can you please tutor Kendall?" My mom said and looked at me as if she's trying to tell me that I should thank her because I'll be getting alone time with her-
"Mom!?" I said with a furious yet embarrassed tone.
Elizabeth giggles again. "Yeah sure, it would be my pleasure."
I- omg. Mom. I can't. AAAAAHHHHHH! I'm about to unleash the dragon inside meeeeee!
My mom and Elizabeth just laughed it out. Well I'm glad that they're getting along though...
I sighed and said, "Well I'm heading to school now."
"This early?" sudden tone and question from my mom as if she's surprised.
"Yeah?" I replied.
"You never go to school early... Where's Kendall?" My mom asked and her eyes widen.
Wow mom.... Tryna embarrass me again!? "Well, I just feel like going to school early today..."
Elizabeth smiles, "Can I come with ya?" she asked.
An early heart attack this morning???? I- "Yeah sure." I blurted out- WAIT WHAT... what am I thinking-
She takes her jacket and walks beside me. "It was nice meeting you Ms. Lockhart. It's been a pleasure."
We walked outside.
"So where are you going?" I asked her.
She then replied and said, "Why? Are you going to skip school and stalk me?" then she smirks.
I- I couldn't help but blush and get mad at the same time. "No. I'm just curious."
She laughs a bit, "I'm heading to the café, work, then study, then read some books. The usual." and we got to her motorcycle. "I can drop you off to school if you want?"
Oh- motorcycle.... Nah.... I'm scared... "No thanks, I'll just walk to school." I said nervously.
"Are you sure? It'll be a quick ride," She said. "and you're riding with me, I'll make sure you don't fall."
I- well... "If I fall, you'll be responsible for my hospital bills." I responded.
She laughs a bit, "Of course." She puts on her helmet, then takes an extra helmet from her back storage and put it on my head-
"I can do it myself. I'm not a kid." I said and put the helmet on my head.
She giggles. "I never said that you are." Then she grabbed the straps and pulled me a little close to her-
I couldn't help it but look away and turn red.
She smirks and attached the straps together for safety. Then she taps the helmet three times on my head.
"Ouch-" I said and pouted. So childish.
She smiles and helps me get on the motorcycle. "Hold on tight."
I hold on her shoulders.
She laughs. "Not there," she grab both of my hand and placed it on her waist and made me wrap my arms around her. "I don't want to risk you falling or I'll have to pay your hospital bills."
I feel my face getting hot... Why does this feel like a scene from a movie.....
She starts the engine then it started to move. She goes a bit fast. I ended up hugging her tightly. I closed my eyes.
Then she says. "It's alright. You won't fall."
When she said that, I feel adrenaline rushing through my body. I can feel the excitement. I slowly opened my eyes. I feel so free, the wind rushing through us feels so good and relaxing. I slowly loosened up a bit. This is so fun... A few minutes later, we arrived at my school.
"That was actually fun," I said to Elizabeth when I got out of her motorcycle. "Thank you."
She removes her helmet, she flips her hair and fixes it. Everyone is looking- she smiles and some boys and girls started to make a lot of noise. "You're welcome. Are you coming by the book café today?" She asks.
I was too focused on the students looking at her... Which is making me a bit mad....
Elizabeth waves her hand in front of my face to get my attention. "Kendall?"
"Huh?" I blurted out.
She laughs a bit. "Are you coming by the café later after school?"
"Oh. Hm. I'll have to see. Because I'm in cleaning duty afterschool." I replied.
She smiles but looks a bit disappointed. "Alright, I'll see you around then."
"Wait! I never said I'm not going. Just wait for me..." I pouted and looked away....
I can see happiness flowing through her and she smiles brightly. "Alright, I will." She waved goodbye and left.
Sigh. Well I guess no rest for me today too.... I'd probably take a nap in class-
All of a sudden. I hear a loud car. Sounds familiar. It stopped right in front of the gate. I looked and.... Oh no. The guy came out of the car, it's that freaking gorilla douchebag!
He sees me and smirks. He started to walk towards me.
Oh heck naw.
"Oh, why hello there." He greets me. "Did not know you would be in this school too." He giggles then he suddenly got close to my face.
My heart started beating out of nowhere and I feel my face getting red and warm. I pushed him away. "Can you stop, I have no business with you. Except that you owe me from yesterday. So please, leave me alone.
He grabs my hand. "You do have business with me." He then pull me close.
Everyone was looking. Some of the girls are getting mad.
"Who the heck is that girl!?" One of the people in the crowd shouts.
Someone came in and said, "Who does she think she is!?" and started to pull a tantrum.
"Wasn't she with the other girl this morning with the motorcycle?" Another girl said.
And then, that's when rumors started. Why is my life turning into a movie now. Dammit.
I'm still stuck here, I couldn't help but look at him because he's too close... His eyes are so.... Gorgeous.
He suddenly let go of me and I dropped at the floor.
"Ouch- WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU'RE DOING?" I shouted at him.
He just laughed and walked away.
I stood up, next thing I know, the girls started shouting at me and started to run after me-
Is this how I'm going to die!? I ran away as fast as I could and went straight to my class. Dammit. Now that guy is going to make my high school life miserable!! I opened the door and see Emily seating down. I cried a bit and said, "Emily.... Help me....."
She looks at me and was shook, "WHO HURT YOU!?" then she slammed the book at her desk.
"That new guy." I started to sob.
Emily stood up and went to me, then she gave me a hug. "Which new guy?"
"The guy that you saw yesterday. The one that you said that looked like young Tom Cruise." Sniff. Then I reported everything that the guy did to Emily.
She got mad. "That jerk! He's handsome but filled with trash." She pats me on the back and led me to my desk. "There, there. We'll get revenge." She laughs evilly and sat down, starting to plot what she'll do to him....
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End of Chapter 3. I hope you enjoyed it. Till next time!!!!!!
-Kyu T.