In Darkness You're All Around Me

Chapter 4: Take Me Now 'Cause I'm Nothing

Song for the Chapter: The Posthumous Letter by William Control

Warning: This chapter will contain explicit sexual content.

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Autumn's P.O.V.

I woke up to the sound of my alarm, ringing in my ears. I turned it off, in an aggravated manner and got up. It was going to be slightly hot, which was rare in Seattle but I was grateful. I grabbed my yellow and white polka dot sorta dressy shirt and black shorts. I got into the shower and took a very quick one, leaving myself time to do my usual morning routine, which was washing my face, brushing my teeth, etc.

Once I was done I grabbed a black bra, a black tank top, and my black panties with purple bows on the hips. I slipped the undergarments on and then slid into my shorts and shirt. I let my hair air dry so it'd be a little wavy. I grabbed my makeup kit and put on a light amount of foundation, then applied a minimal amount of blush on my cheeks, trying to give a little definition to my cheekbones. I put on some mascara, which made my bright blue iris's stand out.

I grabbed my eyebrow brush and cleaned them up. Once I was done I smiled at my reflection. I was pleased with how my makeup came out. It didn't look like I wore too much and I was pleased.

I brushed through my now wavy, damp hair and grabbed my bag for school. I was actually up on time today so I guess I'll be early for school. I grabbed an apple and a water bottle and headed out.

"Bye Miranda!" I shouted as I walked out the door. I heard a faint "see you later." from hers and occasionally, her boyfriends room as well, when he chooses to spend the night. He's a really sweet guy, always helped me with my problems, never made me feel bad, and treats Miranda amazingly, I'm happy for her. She deserves a man like James after all the good she's done.

I smile at the thought of maybe Ricky and I being like Miranda and James. They were the perfect fit. They were both always happy when they were with each other never a down moment. Yes they fought occasionally but what couple doesn't? I wonder if Ricky thought about me like this? Probably not. I'm probably not his type.

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"Hey Autumn." Tom, one of the members from my drama class said, smiling widely at me. He was also the guy that I was sort of "friends" with in our Junior year.

"Hey Tom, what's up?" I smiled back, trying to be friendly. Tom was actually very attractive. He was like my best friend in Middle School. He had brown eyes, a dirty blonde-isk colored hair and would dress nice I guess you could say.

"Nothing just wanted to make sure you were coming to the drama meeting tomorrow after school for the play?" He said as we walked toward my locker.

"Oh shit right!" I said as we arrived to my locker. "Yeah, yeah I am I'll be there." I nodded as I opened the locker, taking out the books I needed.

"Okay I have to let the play director know ahead of time." He smiled. I smiled back, obviously not being rude.

"Oh also. I was thinking we should hang out sometime again. I miss hanging out with you." He smiled/smirked. I knew what that meant. He wanted to fuck. I didn't know if I wanted to get caught up with Tom again though.

"Uhh yeah sure maybe." I said, clearing my throat a little.

I grabbed my book for first period, walking with Tom as we walked to our first period, which we shared. As we walked there I saw Ricky taking stuff out of his locker. He glanced at Tom and I and then looked away with an angry look. What was that about?