Thought I should add that this book will have very very little to no smut. But I'm still marking it as mature later on because of the things talked about and some possibly descriptive scenes/flashbacks.
Percy dreaded going back to school. He didn't even get to really enjoy his summer.
The morning of school, Percy managed to stomach a decent-sized cup of iced coffee with a splash of almond milk (his favorite thing ever) and an entire egg. He felt overwhelmed by the lightly buttered toast, no one pushed him to eat it since school was soon.
He did manage to take a single bite, even though it was small, it was better than nothing.
Kaine drove with Percy to school, Amberly always refused to be taken by him and asked her mom because she's an ass like that.
Percy was a nervous wreck the entire ride to school, constantly pulling at his clothes, double-checking his bag, and making mental notes. He didn't want to see people and be stuck in a room.
Why can't I just do school online?
"I have study hall fourth period, want me to meet with you during lunch?"
Percy didn't want to think of lunch right now, he could feel breakfast rising in his throat.
"You don't have to."
Kaine opened his mouth to speak but then shut it. He needed to be careful with words, he didn't want to upset Percy, who was very sensitive.
"Will you sit with Oakley?"
Percy beams and quickly nodded his head, he was now excited to see her. He knew she was already at school, she always came at the crack of dawn to use the gym for cheerleading practice.
"Okay, just...make sure you eat."
Percy blinks, staring at the nearing school building. Buses were flowing in and out, students' vehicles were filling the parking lot. Because Kaine was a senior, he got a reserved parking spot closer to the front.
"I will."
Only moments after Percy shut the car door, he was tackled by a squealing body. The smell of strawberries and lemon hit his nose, Percy instantly knew it was Oakley.
"I missed you so much!" She beams, the sound of her melodic voice made Percy smile genuinely. His eyes widened at the pink ponytail, tugging at it. "Do you like it?! It was either this or red."
"Your mom finally let you?"
"I choose forgiveness over permission."
Percy chuckles lightly, pulling away from his best friend. He swore she grew an inch or two, or maybe he shrunk.
"I like it, suits you."
Oakley beams, her brown eyes widened, small specks of olive surrounded her pupils.
Percy walked around the school with Oakley a few times to memorize his classes, the girl talking his ear off. He missed it, he missed hearing her voice and her presence.
They decided on a place to meet for lunch before going their separate ways for first period.
The second he walked through the door, a grouchy voice questioned him. "Name?!"
Percy blinks at the old lady who definitely seemed like she needed a cup of coffee. "Uh, Percy."
"Your last name!"
Why the fuck didn't you... "Quinton."
The teacher glanced at her list with strained eyes, a scowl permanent on her face. "Seat 17."
