A Second Time Around

Chapter Eleven

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Midnight, you come and pick me up. No headlights.

Long drive, could end in burning flames or paradise.

Fade into view, oh it's been a while since I have even heard from you (heard from you)

And I should just tell you to leave 'cause I

Know exactly where it leads but I

Watch us go 'round and 'round each time

Stacey and Jenna were walking down the corridor heading to the cafeteria. They were both starving and are eager to see what food is serving today.

"Whew, today's subjects are a nightmare. I can feel my head pounding from all that information." Jenna said, massaging her temples. "Good thing we're in morning class. At least we have the next few hours to empty our brains."

"Just enjoy it while it lasts. Next year we will be transferred to the evening shift." Stacey replied, nodding her head to the music. "Wow, whoever's putting the music on is really updated. Now they're playing one of my fave songs."

"You got that James Dean daydream look in your eye." Jenna sang, making a little dance with every beat.

"And I got that red lip classic thing that you like, and when we go crashing down we come back every time. 'Cause we never go out of style, we never go out of style." Stacey sang along. Both of them burst out laughing while they pushed the cafeteria doors open.

The cafeteria is, as usual, filled with bustling students. Every table is already occupied, and there are no empty seats in sight. Stacey and Jenna looked at each other, both wearing a disappointed expression.

"Shall we go ahead and look for a diner elsewhere?" Stacey offered, chewing her bottom lip.

"No, no." Jenna readily answered, shaking her head. "They're too far, and I can't be late for work."

"Well, how about we go to McDonald's instead? We'll eat there and you won't even be late for work." Stacey replied. "Two birds with one stone."

"Eww, I've had it with the food there." Jenna shuddered. "Stace, I've worked there for three years now. If I eat anymore burger, I'll gag."

"Okay, then what do you suggest we do?"

Jenna looked around. "Hmm, I think we should just order our food now. I guess by the time we're finished, a table or two will be empty."

"Are you sure?" Stacey asked doubtfully.

"Of course." Jenna replied. "Let's go."

So then, Jenna and Stacey joined the queue at the counter. By the time they've paid for their food, no table is still available.

Stacey looked at Jenna. "Now what?"

Jenna just shrugged helplessly.

Just then, a male voice called. "Stacey, over here!"

Thinking it might just be one of their classmates, Stacey turned. And then with a little gasp, turned her head away again.

"Why? Who was it?" Jenna asked curiously, turning her head too. Then with a little giggle, she looked at Stacey.

"Ms. Tremaine," Andrew called Jenna this time. "I've got two spare chairs here. Go and take them." He smilingly offered.

"Gladly, sir." Jenna cheerfully replied back. With her other hand balancing her tray and the other holding Stacey's hand, they approached Andrew.