5 months later (Ava is 14)
I make my way to the cafeteria and see Cody, Kate and Sarah are already seated. "Hey guys!" I call and take a seat next to them. They all greet me back.
Over time, the four of us have grown quite close. In fact, we even added Cody's initials our tree along with the three of ours. We go to each other's houses all the time, but avoid going to my own.
Apparently, mom doesn't like Sarah. What a surprise.(note the sarcasm). Thankfully, she doesn't know that Kate likes video games. Currently, she's the 'girl of anyone's dreams' in mom's eyes.
"Can you believe it's already been five moths into the school year?" Sarah says being her usual cheery self.
"I know right? Who would have thought school would pass so quickly!" Kate replies giving emphasis on school.
"To be honest, I can't imagine coming this far if I hadn't met you guys." I say looking at the three of them. We all smile at each other when Kate suddenly breaks eye contact and says, "great we're back to talking about this kind of stuff. Do we need to get so DEEP for everything??"
We share a look and laugh then continue eating our lunch.
"So Ava how's soccer practice going?? Justin says you're like one of the best players of the team!" Cody says.
"Wait.. HE said that??" I ask in astonishment.
"Umm.. yeah, why?" He asks in confusion.
"It's just that... never mind" I say.
"Wait, does he bully you or something? Because if he does he's gonna get a.." he says clenching his fists. "Woah, slow you roll there, you know I can defend myself against bullies" I say but happy to know he cares. He nods, fully aware of the fact that it was true.
"And no, he isn't bullying me, he just seems to find ways to criticise me" I say.
"What..? Okay, that makes no sense, the complete opposite happens at home!" he says. I shrug not completely believing him.
It's been 5 months since I had been selected into the team. We haven't really had any major competitions till now but training happens every Friday after school. To be honest, I'm really surprised that my parents haven't found about it till now.
In fact, we look at it, nothing much has really changed all in all. Mark is as annoying as ever and tries to ruin my image in front of coach as a weak player. As if I'd let him do that.
Speaking of coach, after about the first month or so, I told him about my condition at home and he knows about what I'm doing too. He always leaves me 10 minutes early so that I can change into my cheerleading costume. It relieves me to know I won't have to hide my secret from one more person. No one else in the team Knows about it though. Not even Justin.
Justin....well I think he could be considered my friend, but every time I'm on the field I see him staring, as if trying to find something wrong with me.
"Do you guys wanna go to the skate park today?" Sarah asks.
"Sorry, can't. Today is Friday remember?" I reply. She pouts, trying to give puppy dog eyes to make me skip practice. I laugh and shake my head.
I always look forward to going to the skate park now that Sarah has made it her mission to teach me skateboarding no matter how bad of a student I am. So, I wouldn't be lying when I say I was a little disappointed today is Friday, no matter how much I love soccer.
Before the bell rings, we make plans to meet up at the park tomorrow and make way to class. Cody and I go to English while those two go to French. We get yet another project, but thankfully I'm paired with Cody. luck seems to be on my side today.
I should be used to it but now, but yet again, I spoke too soon.
The rest of the day passes quickly and it's finally time for soccer. We do some normal drills and kick some goals. Skyler, who was chosen as the goalie has been improving a lot.
10 minutes before practice ends, coach allows me to go and change. I always come out when I'm sure everyone has gone. I hear the noises quieten and come out. I start stuffing my stuff into my bag when I suddenly hear someone behind me. My heart stops.
I turn around and my eyes widen......
"Look what we have here".
Dun dun dun................ Who is it? What happens when he/she finds out about her secret?
Keep reading to find out!! (Vote please! :P)
*pushes my sunglasses down my nose to seem cool but sunglasses end up falling down and break*
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