A Love So True || (Creek)

Chapter 9: Tweek Bros

Craig pov:

The bell rang throughout the school, signifying the end of classes. I put my things in my bag and left the classroom to go to my locker. I heard footsteps approaching faster and faster, but paid them no heed until I felt something grab my shoulder. I turned and faced Clyde out of breath.

-Dude! Dude! It's an emergency! L-Listen-
-Wait calm down. What's your problem?
-Just come with me!

He took my arm and made me run after him. He looked as stressed as Tweek when he realizes there's no coffee left in his thermos. He made me run for a few minutes through the school corridors before stopping dead near a staircase. I bumped into his back and let out a groan.

-What are you d-
-Shhhhhhh.

He put his hand against my mouth to stop me saying anything and leaned over to look discreetly behind the wall. I followed his lead and was surprised to see Tweek and Kenny talking alone in the staircase. What were they doing? My anger began to rise as Kenny leaned towards Tweek and placed his arm against the wall beside him, with a smile.

-By the way, what are you doing this weekend? Could we go out maybe? I know a few places that I'm sure you'll like.
-No sorry, I'm busy.
-Really?
-Yeah, I'm working at Tweek Bros, you know.
-Ah yeah that's right.

Tweek Bros? He never mentioned working at his parents' café before. Was he lying and saying that just to get out of going out with Kenny? Or maybe he just didn't tell me? I felt a little hurt thinking that. Would he be capable of not telling me something so simple?

-But you could visit me at work if you want.
-Ok let's do that. I can't wait to see how good you'll look in an apron. Anyway, I gotta go, see ya.

He waved to Tweek, walking towards us. I was about to punch him in the face when Clyde suddenly stopped me and dragged me into the room just next to us. He put his hand out to keep me from talking like before, and we waited for Kenny to walk away. After ten seconds or so, I bit his hand, causing him to cry out, and stood up to face him.

-Tweek Bros? Since when does he work there? Did he ever tell you?
-No, I didn't know either.
-I need to ask him.
-Wait, wait, wait.

He blocked the door with his arm and looked at me with a serious expression.

-If you ask him now so abruptly, he's going to wonder. Just wait until he tells you. Just follow my plan.
-Why should I follow your plan?
-Maybe because I'm one of Tweek's bestfriend. I have influence over him. Don't forget that I'm the only one here who knows how you feel. I don't think you'd like it if I told him all about you right now.
-Fair enough.

I sighed heavily and leaned against the wall.

-You may be a fool, but sometimes you can be clever.
-Hehe see? Wait, what, I'm not a f-
-Fine, I'll listen to your plans.

He gave me a big, satisfied smile. I had a feeling I was going to regret it.

At the end of the day, as usual, I returned from class with Tweek.

-Can we walk? I need to talk to you.

F*ck your plan, Clyde, I needed to clarify things. Tweek seemed a little surprised, but nodded. I could feel that he was more stressed than usual. He played with his fingers while biting his lower lip, waiting for me to say the first word.

-How long have you worked at Tweek Bros?
-How did you...

He lowered his head, pondering how to respond.

-It's been a few weeks.
-Why didn't you tell me?
-I didn't know how to broach the subject. I didn't want anyone to know anyway.
-But why?
-It would be a bit embarrassing if people saw me working in my parents' café. I didn't want everyone to know. After the fight with Cartman, I don't know what people think of me. I prefer to keep a low profile.
-Then why does Kenny know?