Broken By Reality

Chapter ❼ (Wayne's POV)

After Karly had left I felt so alone. I had never felt this alone since it was a child and had nightmares (don't laugh because I know that you had them too!). I decided to actually get something done for once. I placed the bowl that held the packets back in the cupboard, since it wasn't used to put food in. Then I put all the packets that had once held chips, lollipops, and lollies into our slightly rusted metal bin. Afterwards, I strolled up the hallway, towards the bathroom and then hopped inside (since the floor was freezing!) and closed the door behind me. The water was steaming hot and sizzled at my skin, turning it slightly red. I didn't mind though because my body was so cold, it deserved the hot water. After my amazing shower, I cleaned my room (yes. A teenage boy can clean their room), then completed the little homework that I had been given. I had to write a paragraph about biochemistry, then draw a couple of pictures which frankly wasn't too bad. Admiring the artwork on the hallway walls, I dawdled to the kitchen and glanced at the clock. It read 9:30. I guess it wasn't too late yet. I still had plenty of time before mum would get home. The bright light of the fridge lit up the kitchen as I searched for my dinner. It was in a white porcelain bowel, covered in tin foil. I placed the heavy bowel on the counter, and peeled back the foil, revealing a burst of spaghetti smell. The food was cold though so I decided to microwave it (because everyone loves microwaves!). Once I had just sat down to my dinner, a noise startled me, making me drop my fork. I reluctantly stood, and started towards the window, where the sound had mysteriously occurred. Two bright green eyes jumped into sight, scaring the day lights out of me. To my relief, it was just a possum. I returned to my spaghetti and soon after, mum arrived home. She sent me to bed for the night, even though I couldn't sleep considering the amazement that Karly had put me in. I just couldn't forget how her hair shone in the moonlight and how her eyes sparkled even with no sun and how her smile could light up New York City after dark.
***
I woke to the strange sensation of my phone buzzing on my stomach. I tilted the screen towards my face and squinted. The screen read:

'Text Message from: KaRlY💟 '

I unlocked my phone and clicked on the message app. Karly's name instantly appeared at the top of my contacts list. I pressed on her name and read what she had sent me:

* 6:15am Thursday
KaRlY💟: morning sunshine! How'd you sleep?*

I relplied:
🎩Wayne🎩: I didn't. I couldn't stop thinking about u

KaRlY💟: same here lol

🎩Wayne🎩: haha. I'll c u at school?

KaRlY💟: only if your there. You'll have to find out won't u? 💖 *

And with that I clicked off my phone, smirking at what she had said. I pulled back the covers of my bed and headed towards my drawer to get dressed.
***
I was just about to walk in the school gates when I heard my ringtone (which, if your wondering is this really cool robot sound with beatboxing). I fished in my pocket for a few seconds, then finally retrieved my iPhone. The lock screen once gain read Karly, but this time she was calling me. I answered:
*Karly: "hey where r u?"
Me: "umm. Am I not there next to u? Oh sorry. I'm on my way"
Karly: "haha very funny"
Me: "I'll be there soon. I promise"
Karly: "don't let me down"
Me: "I shan't!"
Karly: "oh hey did you remember that book we had to bring today?"
Me: "what...you mean that science booklet thingy?"
Karly: "yea that one"
Me: *dramatically sighs sounding stressed* "oh man!!! I totally forgot! Miss Hennikly is going to kill me!"
Karly: "don't worry, you can use mine. Because I'm nice"
Me: "thanks for the generous offer. I'll accept. Now I'm not gonna die"
Karly: "we wouldn't want that now, would we?"
Me: "I hope not!" *

I was now in the school grounds and right behind Karly.

*Karly: "are you nearly here yet?"
Me: " yea. Nearly"
Karly: "wow. Wherever you are has great reception! It's so clear. It's like your right next to me!"
Me: "ha yea. That's amazing! Your voice is so clear as well!"
Karly: "where are you?"
Me: "what do u mean? I'm right here with you."
Karly: "what?" *

She spun around to see me standing there. She hung up her phone and have me a friendly push.
"What! You were there the whole time! And by the way goodmorning!"
I replied "good morning to you too!"
And with that the bell rang and we both walked to class.
KARLY'S POV
Once we were dismissed from class, Wayne and I were heading towards our usual spot when I felt someone grab my hand and pull it away. I let it take me and turned towards the direction that he was facing. Wayne led me through some bushes and between some buildings, before stopping at a small gap between the back of the tuck-shop and the library.
"This is a spot that only I know about." He whispered
"It's really nice. But why'd you bring me here?" I queried
"Why not?" He answered back I a dog and sweet voice.
Our eyes met and locked in place, staring into each other's amazement. For 5 minutes, we just sat there, staring in wonderment. I turned away for just one second, breaking the stare, when a felt a warm hand on my cheek. It was kind of awkward, but I liked it. My eyes met his, as his hand stayed locked in it's place. My head turned to the ground, showing him that I was blushing. Oops. I was trying to hide it. Before I even had time to pull my head up again, I felt lips pressing on mine. As much as I should've pulled away, I just couldn't. It was amazing. Seconds later, whilst my eyes were shut, Wayne pulled away breaking the kiss. I opened my eyes to see him still staring.
"Hey, I have a dress rehearsal tonight for my gymnastics comp coming up in April, and I would really love it if you could come." I talked softly near his ear
"It would be my pleasure!" He replied on the same way I asked
And with that the bell rang and we went our deprecate ways, waving with shimmering eyes and just waiting to meet again that night.