The next few days of school were a blur. I did notice that that this mystery boy was actually in most of my classes and after a while I found myself searching for him. Not like last time to avoid his presence but so that I could catch his eye and see his smile again. Everything about him was captivating and as much as I didn't want to accept the fact, he was extremely handsome. Definitely good gene material for future children. The more I thought about this boy the more I wanted to be with him as much as I could. I couldn't even fight my own fate if I wanted to. I would always find a way back to him even if I didn't want to.
After I went home for the weekend I realized that I was the only thing in my way to happiness. Yes I knew what his family had done to me but he himself hadn't done those things to me because he was to young to even realize what was happening.
Monday I chose to do something out of my comfort zone. When I got to my first class with my mate and saw him in the back. The seat beside him in his table was empty so I walked over and filled it. This gained a surprise look from him. I looked over at his notebook and realized that his name was Donavan. It was an extravagant name for a guy and I didn't know anyone else that was named that ever, but it fit him perfectly. We spent the entire class stealing glances and working on our work that was given. Even though I knew that I had caught up on all the homework I still felt very behind compared to everyone. Not only in school but also in live. They all had their futures planned out. Who was going to be in their life what they were going to do, and then there was me. A girl that was just trying to stay afloat in everything that she did and said. Nothing seemed to go right for me. Nothing but this patient boy willing to do anything to be with me.
Ten minutes before class ended he gently nudged a piece of paper onto my notebook. It read:
Are you doing anything after school?
I replied with few but simple words.
Work.
Well what about after that?
Homework?
After that?
Sleep and repeat.
So there is no way we could maybe spend some time together go for a run maybe?
Hmmmm I might be able to fit that into my schedule if I am persuaded.
Good I'll meet you at your place tonight around 11 after you are done work and we can do it before we do homework together.
I would love that.
After I finished writing the last few words of our quiet conversation the bell rang beckoning me back to the real world. Time for another class but this time without him. The worst part about waiting for something was the actual wait time. As much as I didn't want to admit it I wanted to see him again and I wanted to spend time actually getting to know him. My ten year old self deserved this. All those times trying to make it in the world just wishing that the boy of my dream come and save me from my doom. The sad part was that he could change my life and safe me but I was unwilling to take that chance and take the next step in my life, but waiting for that time where I actually get to hang out and get to know this man was so far away and time was not on my side. It went as slow as possible and that is when I finally realized I was looking forward to spending a little bit of time with this boy. Something I didn't think would ever happen.
After school I rushed to work and watched as the time had ticked by. 30 minutes left on my shift I was pacing around trying to convince my boss that I should go home but he wouldn't budge. He just kept saying that I needed the extra money and I would regret it if I didn't stay the extra few minutes.
To my annoyance the door jingled as it was opened again. I turned quickly trying not to look to annoyed only to meet the face I have been hanging out with which instantly made me smile.
"Hey I didn't know when you got off so I thought I would just stay and wait." He said
"Hey, I'm glad you came. I will be off in about 25 minutes and then we can go do homework."
"Perfect I will just get a muffin and wait here until then" I smiled and got him what he wanted and then slipped into the back to look over what I looked like. My hair was in a messy bun and my clothes had some flour but other than that I looked presentable.
"Oh so that is the reason you want to leave. he does look like a charmer" My boss stated scaring me half to death. "Do I need to give him the if you hurt her I will give you third degree burns talk with him" That statement made me laugh. No matter how I tried to say that I was all alone I had accumulated a non blood related family. They loved me and tried to protect me the best that they can.
"He is just helping me with some homework so I can adjust well to the new school a bit better. Nothing romantic just being a good friend"
"You should tell him that. He has been staring at you ever since he walked in with a lot more than just friendship"
"You are just dreaming and being overprotective. There is nothing to worry about."
"Ok but when you come back tomorrow I would like a full report on everything that happens and if he starts to creep you out send a single letter and I will come instantly to rip him to shreds."
"As much as I would like to see that there is nothing going on and you don't need to worry but if I need help I will text"
"Good now off you go. I will clock you out when it is time. Go have fun for the first time in your life"
"Thank you so much." I gave him one fast hug before throwing my apron off and pulling my hair tie out of my hair letting it cascade down my shoulders. I met his eyes as he instantly got up almost falling over the table getting out. After a few seconds we walked out of the small diner and I realized that he had run here since my car was the only one in sight. Turning on the ignition I drove to my small quaint apartment. Tonight was the night that I would let him in completely. He could see the me I had become after I left our pack. The small place that I had worked so hard to make it feel like mine. He would see me.