2 years later after that day I met her, my craziest romance story began.
I remember that day like it was yesterday. At 11:45, the bell rang for break time. Its because of that bell that I always remembered that day.
As soon as I heard it, I high-tailed it out of my class. I ran for the exit as fast as I could before everyone crowded the hallways. I had to make sure I reached the exit or else I would lose sight of her.
I finally made it, and the wind that hit my face and cooled me down was so calm, as if telling me I did well. Though, my mission wasn't yet finished.
MISSION: Find "her".
I proceeded to walk around in search of her. She was very difficult to find as she had no specific place she hung at during break time.
Why was I looking for her?Well, that's because after 2 years later of having a devastating crush on her, I finally gathered up the courage to confess to her.
Don't get me wrong, gathering the courage to do was the hardest part on its own, though I was more worried about how I looked. After all, I couldn't look untidy in front of her. If I did, imagine what devilish comments she'd make.
With my mind tied up on her, it was difficult to notice the other girl who were talking about me. She could be heard, but it wasn't Rebecca. If it was her, I would've done a full-180, faster than you could see or think.
'Hey Mia. Darren and Rebecca are such a cute couple, don't you think?'
'They're not together though, didn't you know?'
'That's news to me. I'm sure they'll get together, right?'
'Wrong.'
'Why not?'
'They don't seem attracted to each other. Besides, Rebecca told me that she sees Darrek like a brother.'
'That's sad.'
From the moment I heard the mention of me and 'her', my ears were open. Even though these weren't Rebecca's words, I believed them.
Since it was Carmen and Mia, the cousins who were close to Rebecca, I obviously couldn't doubt what they said.
However, I did.
This was so confusing. To say I was 'shocked' would've been an understatement, but anyone else would've had the same thought. Just like the twins did after seeing the unhideable expression on my face.
'Carmen, look at Darrek. Do you think he heard us?'
'Of course he would since you can't shut your mouth. I'd do the same thing if I....Wait.'
Carmen then walked up to me. She gave me a tissue, hugged me and then whispered in my ear. She's been a friend of mine for years as well, but I never told her about my feelings for Rebecca. Such a risk wasn't worth it.
I'm so sorry you had to hear that from me, but trust me there are plenty of fish in the sea.'
However, she deduced my 2 year long secret in 3 seconds! That was oddly suspicious, bur that wasn't what worried me.
'O-O-O-Okay'
I was sad, but that hug was rather comforting. I kinda felt like crying, so no wonder Carmen gave me the tissue.
'Hope you have a good day. Bye Darrek.'
she said as she walked away from me.
She was such a great friend to me. She could understand my feelings, and she probably thought that I needed space. Or so I thought
'Hey Darrek!'.
I knew that voice.
The voice I worked hard to remember
The voice I was searching for this whole time
The voice I always enjoyed listening to these past 2 years.
I didnt need to look, but I knew it was Rebecca.
It was truly nice that my mission was one-step short now, but she chose the wrong time to see me.
'Hey Rebecca, what are you doing this side?'
'Looking for you'
'Oh really? I mean it's not like I was lost or anything.'
'Yeah, you're right. Although, the school is really big and easy to get lost in. You could end up in Block D even though you're headed to Block A.'
'Really, like can you believe that after 2 years, No one is really used to the building?'.
'Gosh, the principal really ought to place maps of the school all around.'
We both laughed. Although I was faking it. I mean, you couldn't blame me though. A mere second ago, I was wiping away at my tears over the news, and being as distraught as I was, I wasn't in the mood to laugh and giggle.
'Anyways, how are you?' asked Rebecca.
I was sad, I was mad, I was feeling really bad. I felt like tossing my head around and plucking my ears so I couldn't hear any more bad news. Not to mention, forcing out that dry laugh hurt my stomach, and it hurt my throat even further, knowing it wanted to mess it up its words in sync with a flood of tears...
'I'm okay right now, and how are you?'
'Things are the same on my side. Who was that lady over there?'
Her gaze turned to where Carmen and Mia were, but they were gone. At least, they weren't within sight. I could feel their presence eavesdropping on our conversation, so I had to cut off our conversation.
'That's great. Umm listen... I was headed to the bathroom and I need to be in Mrs Aushers class to work on my chemistry assignment.'
Maybe it was because I wasn't looking around in search of the classroom, but I could see she had some doubts.
'That's cool... I'm glad I didn't take chemistry.'
'Yeah(No, it's fucking sad). Well I'll see you around. Bye.'
I left immediately. I eventually caught the cousins around the corner. I could tell that they were paying careful attention to our conversation. Something told me they were going to tell everyone about my feelings for Rebecca. Probably not.
Nevertheless, it was truly a terrible day at school, despair from that afternoon followed me...
...All the way home. Hidden in a small bag.