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fourteen

note: the picture above is before the test, of Darby holding Mikey's hand in class, before he goes into the hall. :)
AND YES ITS FROM TEEN WOLF IF YOU KNEW THAT ILY
Michael's POV.

Seeing Darby over the next two days was a blessing.

Well, to me it was.

We've been a lot more comfortable together now that we're best friends. There's no tension, awkwardness or shy-coloured-hair-boys who aren't happy with themselves. Well, there is, but,

Darby makes it go away.

Here I am now, pacing around my bedroom, double checking I have everything packed for the day.
I've been stressing all morning, constantly fixing my recently dyed blonde hair, reading over my notes and trying to take in as much of the knowledge I could.

The joys of exams.

My phone buzzed on my bed, and hoisting my bag strap over my shoulder, I unlocked my phone and read the message.

From: Darby

Hey best friend! Can't wait to see you today. I hope you don't have plans later, because me, Ash, Tilds, Luke and Cal have organised a surprise for you. Even though I'll see u at school before, good luck:) x

I smile, quickly typing a reply as I ran down the stairs.

Sure, I typed. I'm not doing anything afterwards. See you soon best friend.

I glanced up at my mum, she leaned in and kissed my cheek, telling me to have a good day. I waved and walked over to the door quickly. Pulling it open, I braced myself for the day ahead.

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(A few hours later)

Finally. I placed my pencil down beside the test sheet, breathing heavily as I did so.

"Michael Clifford, if you are complete, and you have checked over your answers, you can hand your rests back up here to me and exit the room quietly," Mr Howe spoke from the stage.

I looked around, there were only about six people still finishing, so I stood up from my chair and grabbed my bag.

I handed my results back up to Mr Howe before nodding and exiting the building silently.

Darby, Ash, Tilda, Luke and Cal were all sitting outside of the door when I stood up, and Darby was the first to notice my return. Her face lit up and she stood, hugging me tightly.

"I haven't g-got my results yet," I spoke quietly, mostly because of the fact that the way she was hugging me felt like a form of congratulating.

"I know," she whispered into my chest, (because I was a lot taller than her), "I'm so proud of you anyway."

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(A few hours later)

I checked over myself again, and again. I sucked in my gut, and then exhaled back out again. My reflection was disgusting, so you know what that means. I was too.

I sighed, brushing my fingers through my white-blonde hair in discomfort in myself. I was wearing black skinny jeans, black converse, and a top that said 'IDIOT' on the back. It was okay, I guess.

My phone buzzed against the table and I bit my lip as I picked it up.

Hey best friend, we're here x :)
- Darby

I couldn't contain my smile as I picked up my wallet and stuffed it into my pocket, before running down the stairs excitedly.

I kissed my mum's cheek before waving and leaving the house, Luke's car was parked on the driveway and all of my best friends were inside of it.

That sounds weird. Best friends. I couldn't believe I was blessed with friends, let alone one somebody who actually likes me. It made me feel special.

Opening up the car door, I was met with the sounds of Green Day playing through the car speakers, Ashton's laughter and Tilda's every so often "Shut up Cal!"

Typical.

Darby smiled when she saw me, and she scooted over so I could sit in next to them.

"Hey Mikey!" Everyone basically said at the same time, then laughter.

Darby's hand instantly found mine and she squeezed it, comforting me from the noise. I smiled and squeezed back, and she giggled slightly, leaning into my shoulder as we drove through the town.

I don't know what they were talking about after that, but all I heard was "Pull over Luke, Ashton just pooped himself!" From Calum, and then more laughter. I laughed and talked along with the group, and I was happy.

I felt so happy.

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omg hi my main bitches how are you all ilysm❤️❤️ i hope u like this bby's cos i worked so hard on this :PPP xxxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxox