Claudia and the Phantom Phone Calls

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RAYNA POV

I was in art class with Claudia and Stacey painting self portraits. I'm pretty good at art, but not Claudia good. 

"I like your portrait." I looked to my left and saw Stacey looking at my art.

" I looked to my left and saw Stacey looking at my art

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(This is not my work. Just saying) 

"Thanks. But it's not that good." I told Stacey.

"I think it is."

"Are you just saying that you like it or do you actually like it?" I asked.

"Maybe I just like complimenting you." I looked at Stacey who continued looking at me. I felt a blush rise on my face.

"That's really nice." I looked over at the voice and saw Trevor looking at Claudia's work. 

I had always been envious of how insanely amazing she is at art. She can draw anyone or anything insanely good. 

"Speaking of compliments." I nudged Stacey, trying to change the topic. 

Stacey smirked at me before going back to her art to make it seem like she wasn't watching. I, on the other hand, didn't bother trying to act normal. I watched the exchange between Claudia and Trevor with amusement. 

"It's got kind of an Elizabeth Peyton vibe." Trevor continued.

"You know her work?" Claudia asked.

"She and my dad used to show together at the Chelsea Hotel back in the '90s." Trevor answered.

"Wow. I mean...cool. That's cool." I slightly cringed at Claudia trying to be calm.

"It's hard to get that kind of translucency with the oils, but...you nailed it." Trevor complimented. 

"I like your piece. What's it about?" Claudia moved so that she could see Trevor's piece. 

"Same as yours. It's a self-portrait." 

"Abstract." Claudia commented.

"Yeah. So, did you hear about this dance thing on Friday night?" Trevor calmly asked. 

"The Halloween Hop?" Claudia clarified.

"Yeah. You going?"

I looked at Stacey to see her reaction and it was exactly like I thought it was going to be. She silently squealed and egged Claudia on. I wish that I could make her that excited about me.

"Yes. I mean...no. I mean, I haven't decided." Claudia stuttered. 

I slapped my forehead with my palm.

"Cool. Maybe I'll see you there." Trevor walked away and Claudia came over to squeal with Stacey and I. 

"Your turn." I heard Claudia mutter to Stacey, who furiously shook her head.

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