Hidden Truths

Chapter 12

Nicole's POV

We are now sitting in the principal's office. And by we I mean, Jett and your's truly. I probably had a bruise somewhere on my right cheek but compared to Jett, I was more then ok. I mean he had a bloody nose, a cut lip, a black eye, and there were likely more injuries elsewhere. But need I remind you that this was NOT my fault. If anything, I was a hero. I mean I saved my locker from ever having to witness porn in front of it ever again. I do feel bad for that Bree girl though, she seems nice. Jett was just a jackass. 

The principal walked in with a surprised look as soon as he saw me. I smiled sheepishly before looking back down at my lap. Never really got in trouble at school before, so this is really new to me. Sighing, the principle sat down in his chair.

"So, tell me what happened." he asked. Since Jett couldn't talk cause his lips are all messed up, I spoke for him.

"To keep it short and simple,  Jett was being a jerk so we got in a fight. In my defense, he swung first." I clarified. Jett looked like he was going to kill me, but I didn't really care. I can beat him any day.

"Jett is this true?" the principal asked. Jett tried to speak up but all that came out was mumbles. The principal shook his head as continued, " Nicole, since this is your first time getting in trouble and because it was not you that strike first, I'll let you off the hook. Jett you've been here several times and I've told you repeatedly that you should watch that behavior of yours. So, viewing your past records I have no choice but to believe her story. You have detention today with Ms. Connie. Both of you are dismissed."

Leaving, I was heading to my next class when the bell rung. Was it lunch time already? People came rushing out of class and into the hallways. Everyone stampeding to the cafeteria to get the best seats before its all taken. I see Jett shoving people out of the way. Guess he's in a bad mood. I was making my way to the cafeteria when I bumped into Cammie and Vanessa, the two girls that worked at the Cage.

"Well if it isn't Nikki herself." Cammie chuckled.

"Hello girls, are you heading to lunch?" I asked

"Yeah, we were just on our way. Care to join us?" Vanessa asked.

"Yeah sure why not." I replied, "So how's everything at the cage?"

"Quiet, everyone is a bit confused on what to do." Cammie said.

"You could say everyone is a bit lost." Vanessa added, "After you showed up and rid the place of Vincent and his men, we had no one to tell us what to do."

"Sorry about that, I guess that one was on me wasn't it." I laughed as I scratched the back of my neck, "Well that all changes tonight. I'll text your managers, giving them instructions. Don't worry I got that cover. And as an apology, lunch is on me."

I led the Cammie and Vanessa to the lunch room and to a table in the corner, which was not occupied by anyone.

"So what would you ladies like?" I asked.

"Hamburger and fries please." Vanessa replied. I looked over to Cammie waiting for her to tell me what she wanted.

"Oh! Sorry. Thats ok I'm fine." Cammie said. 

"Nope, lunch is on me. You'll make me feel bad if you don't order. So, what will it be?" 

"Salad is fine" she answered.

"Okay, got it." I left the table to go get the food. Getting in line, I spot Stella, Casper, and Lilly at a table with some other cheerleaders and jocks. Stella glanced up and her eyes met mine. She gave me a smile and a wink before turing back to her conversation. I find myself smiling from that small gesture.