Another Love Story

~~~~~~Before you read, know that this first chapter was written 3 years ago. I was young and bad at writing, but it gets 1000 times better by chapter three, promise. Also, chapter 2 is short so you won't suffer that much (; ~~~~~~

I nervously eyed the small high school. I hated being the new kid in town, it always drew so much unwanted attention to me. Of course, by then, I was used to the gut-wrenching dread going to a new school always brought. It used to scare the crap out of me, the thought of going into a building packed full of people my own age; all of those judgmental eyes on me, watching me. I guess I'm a little self conscience, and I wouldn't deny that there is a bit of paranoia there too.

As I followed the crowd of people into the building, I could feel people watching me curiously. A sort of numbing feeling trickled through me. I wanted to go hide in the bathroom or, better yet, just bail and go back home, but I knew it was too late. There was no going back then, might as well have just toughened up and pretend like I wasn't about to hurl. Walking down the main hall, just about every eye looked up as I passed. Some smiled, others discretely glanced, and I heard whispers as I walked along the hallways' length. What was it about small town people? Did everybody know about the new girl in town?

When I finally reached my first class, chemistry, I was told to pick a seat and get situated. I chose the seat nearest the door and took out a spiral. I tried to look busy by writing in my journal, but in reality I was just doodling flowers all along the margins.

A tall jock strutted in and plopped right in the seat next to mine.

"You're Reagan right?" he said with a nice, wide grin. I hesitated so he offered a hand, "I'm Kyle, it's nice to see a new face in town." Did he seriously just talk to me? I gave him a small smile, and he got up to join his friends. I inwardly shunned myself for being so awkward. What was I thinking? I should have at least tried to act like a normal human being. I scoffed to myself, knowing full well that that was virtually impossible, being the clumsy, shy self I am. I hugged my spiral against my chest, but it offered no moral support.

Something in the corner of my eye caught my attention.

Beautiful curly brown hair drifting in some unfelt draft; time itself slowed to a million times less than usual like one of those cheesy dramatic scenes in a movie. I found myself enchanted by molten brown eyes that absolutely danced with joy. I almost didn't notice that she was smiling at me as she took the spot next to mine.

"Hi, my name is Serina, you're that new girl right? Reagan?" the girl said with a playful smile.

I hesitated for a second, coming back to reality. I was relieved I hadn't started drooling or something embarrassing like that. I gathered my scattered thoughts and gave her a decent smile.

"Yeah that's me," oh good Lord...is that all I could think of? Did I just kill the conversation?

She giggled, probably amused at how awkward I am.

The teacher clapped his hands together. "Alright everyone, I'm sure you all know about the new girl that just arrived in town, but let's go ahead and get to know her! Reagan why don't you get on up here and introduce yourself to the class?"

I could feel my cheeks flush as I ripped my attention from Serina. Oh please, anything but this.. I stood up and walked to the front of the classroom. Every eye was on me as i looked around the room. I caught Serina's gaze and she was smiling warmly at me. My stomach fluttered, just the sight of those smoldering eyes were enough to bring a new wave of heat to my cheeks. After an awkward silence the teacher cleared his throat and asked, "Are you going to introduce yourself Ms. Paige?" A few people giggled and I felt my cheeks turn a few shades redder.