Jacob & Rosetta

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Jacob and Rosetta - Chapter Two

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So, it's the first day back. The day of squealing in the corridors, friends hugging each other for dear life and couples making out like there's no tomorrow. Big whoop. Call me harsh, but I don't have time for that. In this life, we have to work hard to get places and that's exactly what im going to do for myself. I used to have friends, but that was before they all stopped talking to me for no reason...no. im not going to waste my thinking capacity on traitors like them.

As I walk the corridors of my school for yet another year, I spot him. The golden boy, Jacob. For a fleeting moment, we make eye contact, then I turn on my heels to go to the opposite direction.

I hate that boy with a passion.

I remember a time from happier days, when we were inseparable, but all that's changed now. The only contact we ever make these days is breathing the same air, and even that's too much for me. But whatever.

As I make my way into my form class with Mr Sanders, I spot Jacob at the back with his clique. What a great start to the year, I think as I choose a seat as close to the front as possible.

"Okay, everyone, I know how excited you are to see your mates again, but I'm gonna need you to be quiet so I can take the register, yeah?" Mr Sanders says, attempting to get the class quiet. Annoyed that people are still talking, I try and help him out.

"SHUT YOUR MOUTHS, YEAH?!" I shout, venting my anger at the fact that Jacob's in my form at everyone. Even Mr Sanders looks taken aback,

"Um, yes, well..thank you Rosetta. Elizabeth..?" he mumbles nervously as he starts to say the names on the register.

Suddenly, a knock on the door interrupts him. Our headteacher, Ms Sylvan, is there with a petite mixed-race girl in tow.

"Sorry to disturb the register Mr Sanders, but you have an addition to the class. Class, this is Genisse. I want you to make her feel very welcome and included in this form, understood?"

"Yes, Ms Sylvan.." we drone in boredom.

"Is there anyone in particular who'd like to look after Genisse for a couple of days?" she asks hopefully.

Volunteering is the last thing I want to do. I sit down on my chair and not noticing a wet substance on my seat, I have to jump right back up again.

"Ah, Rosetta! Thank you so much for volunteering!" she says happily, taking my standing up the wrong way.

"But-but, MISS! I-but.." I try and explain coherently, whilst pointing at my chair, but it doesn't seem to be working for me. Ugh.

In the back of class I hear high-5s and laughter going around. Jacob; how didn't I guess? But really, he's gonna put stuff on my chair? What are we in, reception? Turning around to view the damage I notice a big red stain on my jeans; this must be the reason of everyone's laughter. Great, now I'm the laughing stock already.

Sighing in exasperation, I storm out of class, pushing Genisse out of the way to run to the toilets.

Don't cry, don't cry, I will myself as I lean on the cubicle wall. How has crying ever helped you before? Just as I feel the tears prickling around my eyes, I hear the toilet doors open.

"Hey, um, Rosetta?" I recognize Genisse's voice. "I always carry an extra pair of trousers, you know, you can try them on and see if they fit; you look about my size?" she suggests shyly.

Making sure no tears are running down my face, I come out of the cubicle and take a good look at Genisse. She has big brown eyes and long hair; she's quite short and quite skinny. She smiling at me, and it looks genuine, so I ask,

"Why are you being nice to me?"

"Oh, pssh, I'm generally nice, it just comes with this awesomeness." She states while pointing to herself. I hear a giggle come out of my lips before I can stop it and it feels good, and I end up laughing. She laughs along with me and I smile at her.

"Alrighty, let's get you changed, shall we?" she says with a smile.

"Thank you, so much," I begin, "You don't understand how much of a lifesaver you are."

And she grins. For the first time in a while, I'm going to have a friend.

a/n: okay, people, i am back in businesssss..i was so determined to get this up before i went to sleep loool, i know its not that interesting, but as the story progresses, you shall see more of the issue between Jay and Ro..im excited man xD but yeah, just comment on what you think, i like critisism, coz they only make us better lool..if i made a mistake somewhere; anything you dont understand , anything you see lool just lemme knowww..vote if you think its cool enough for a vote..um, i think that's all i have to say tbh..what should i finish with..hmm..

CHALLENGE OF THE CHAPPIE:

-Anyone who wants to suggest a better title is welcome to, the best one will get a dedication, and i'll actually change the title, coz the current one is so rubbish loool..

i think that's it..

Peace Out Homies! -Gabbyell