Living a Double Life (McLennon)

Chatper 17

*Paul's POV*

I walked to my first class of the day which was Science. This wasn't my favorite class, not even a little bit but the sooner I got it over and done with the sooner I could see my mates.

I walked in and sat down in an empty seat. There were only about 4 other kids in the room but more kids showed up every few seconds. The bell rang and I looked around to see if I recognized anyone.

Nope. I said to myself.

Suddenly the door opened and in came the one and only Stuart Sutcliffe. And guess where he sat. Just guess. Yep, you're right. Right next to me. I rolled my eyes and looked around. There were no other empty seats.

"Looks like I'm stuck with you, McCartney." Stuart scoffed.

I didn't say anything, just kept my gaze forward and paid attention to the teacher who was about to go over the rules of the class.

*John's POV*

Ringo and I sat next to each other in Maths and all I could think about was Paul. I worry about him in this new school year just because he's so petite and pretty, I don't want people making fun of him. Sure he's one of the most popular people in the whole school but I care about him.

"John Lennon" the teacher called out.

No response.

"John lennon? Are you here?" The teacher called out again.

Ringo nudged me with his arm.

"Oh uh, here!" I shouted, a little loudly actually.

I heard some girls giggle in the back of the room. I just ignored them.

This was going to be a long class, but at least I get to see Paul next class. I get to see all my friends next class.

***TIME SKIP***

*Paul's POV*

*Riiiiiiinnnggggg* the bell sounded. Signaling the end of first class.

"Okay everyone, tomorrow I will choose lab partners for everyone for the year. This will be your permanent partner and I don't want to hear anything if you don't like who you get paired with. See you tomorrow." The teacher waved us goodbye.

I packed my books up and started walking out of the room when I was pulled back by my book bag.

"Hey!" I yelled and turned around.

"Where do you think you're off to?" Stuart asked in a deep voice.

"Well according to my schedule I'm going to English. So goodbye Sutcliffe." I turned around and walked quickly to meet my friends in class, leaving Stuart behind. I'm not sure what has gotten into him. During class today he kept trying to make small talk. He was rude to me a few weeks ago and all of a sudden trying to make conversation?

As I was walking down the hallway I bumped into George.

"Hiya George." I said.

"Oh hello Paul, how was first class?" He asked as we made out way down the hall.

"It was okay I guess, I just really need to talk to John." I told George.

"Well you're in luck," George said and pointed to John who was standing with his back up against the wall outside of our English class. He was accompanied by Ringo which made George all giddy.

"Hey boys," Ringo said. "Ready for English?"

"Yep!" George smiled at him.

"Yeah, I gotta talk with John first though so we'll meet you two inside." I told Ringo and him and George made their way into the classroom.

"What's up love?" John said, saying the last part in a quieter tone.

"Um, you know your friend Stuart? From your band?" I asked him.

"Yes..?" John said, his tone changed. "What about him?"

"Well he sits next to me in my first class and after the bell rang he pulled me back by my bookbag and-"

John cut me off.

"He what?" John said aggravatedly. Getting very protective.

"He just asked where I was going but it really made me nervous. But I can handle it." I told him.

"Are you sure?" John asked.

"Yes I am sure." I reassured him.

The English teacher made her way into the hallway where John and I were.

"Were you two planning on joining class?" She said in a strict tone. She was definitely not asking a question.

"Yes ma'am. So sorry." I said politely, walking in the room and finding an empty seat next to Ringo. John sat in an empty seat two seats infront of me.

"Don't get comfortable where you are. I have made assigned seats for everyone so if you would, please stand up and sit where I tell you to." The teacher instructed.

We all stood up and waited for our name to be called.

"John Lennon? Here." The teacher pointed to a seat right by her desk.

I heard John groan and slump down in his seat. I bet the teacher heard about his reputation at school, being a troublemaker.

"Richard Starkey? Right there." She pointed to a seat in the middle of the room.

Ringo gave George and I a small smile and sat down in his assigned seat.

"George Harrison? Right there behind Mr. Starkey."

George smiled and happily made his way over to Ringo. The teacher eyed them.

"And last but not least, James McCartney. Right back there." The teacher pointed to the last seat in the back of the room.

"Actually ma'am, it's Paul." I said as I took my seat.

"What did you say?" She asked.

"My name is Paul, Paul McCartney. I do not go by James, ma'am." I stated as I sat up straight and proper.

She rolled her eyes. "Thank you for letting me know." She said as she scratched something out on her paper.

She then shut the classroom door and I let out the breath I didn't realize I was holding.

No Stuart. Thank goodness for that. Just got to get through the rest of the day. Thankfully I have my friends with me for the next few classes and lunch. What would I do without them?