Fighting Love

Chapter 1

Ugh another day on this STUPID earth. Why did I have to be born? Oh yeah because my stupid dad just had to go get drunk and bang some slut who happens to be my mom. I grew up with out parents. I mean they were physically there but really, they weren't. I practically raised myself. Anyways my name is Megan. I'm 17 and in my senior year of high school. Every day since I moved here with my "dad" I have been tormented by the same punks for 4 years straight. I know here in Australia they call everything different things then what we call them back at home.

I roll over in my bed and groan. Another day at hell. I push myself out of bed trying to be quiet. I walk into my bathroom and quickly brush my teeth. I hurry back into my room and get myself dressed. I brush my hair and pull it into a ponytail. I look in the mirror disgusted by myself. I hated myself, and so did everyone else. I grab my gray hoodie and pull it on, snatching my back pack in the process. I tip-toe down the stairs and grab my keys and wallet off of the counter. I open the door as quietly as possible but it was too late."Where do ya think yer goin?" my dad slurred, an empty can of beer in his hand, "It's Monday dad I have to go to school". He paused for a moment to rub the sleepiness out of his eyes, "M'kay".I close the door behind me and let out a sigh. I practically run to my car. Once I'm inside I close my eyes and prepare for another day of torture.

I drive to IHop. I never eat breakfast at home because I would rather spend the extra money every morning than stay in that hell hole an extra 20 minutes."Hi welcome to IHop! Would you like a table or a booth?" the cheery waitress says. I look at her, I haven't seen her before, and she doesn't have an Australian accent. "Um, hello? Miss?" "Oh uh, sorry it's just you don't look familiar, are you knew to this town?" She nodded, "My name is Alice", she extended her hand for me to shake. I smiled at her and shook her hand, "Megan."

Alice and I sat at a booth and talk while another server came up and took my order."So Megan what grade are you in, er, I mean uh, what do they call 'em here?"I laughed a little, "they call them years here, which is so stupid."We both laughed and high fived. "Oh shit I'm going to be late!" I wrote my number down and gave it to Alice."Text me later ok?", I said pushing my way out the diner,"oh uh, yeah sure". I hugged her quickly and left.I raced my way to school. I raced up the steps and into the main corridor speed walking to get to class and to avoid THEM.

Luke Hemmings, Calum Hood, Micheal Clifford, and Ashton Irwin. The town's 'bad boys'. Calum was the jock who is super obsessed with soccer. Micheal is the kid who always likes to party and get high and shit, I swear the kid is a sex addict. Ashton is an art freak, but not your usual type. Sure he likes to draw and stuff, but it's all 'punk stuff', and he has way more tattoos than anyone in this town. And last but not least Luke. He was a mix of all of those things, he likes sports, parties, art, and of course all of them are music junkies. But on top of all that they were mean and down right annoying.

I luckily made my way to homeroom without seeing them. The door closes behind me as the bell rings and I make my way to my little corner. I hear giggling and know it's about me. I ignore it and sit down."Ms.Conner can you explain to me why you are late?" Mr.O'Rielly asks, I just stare at my hands and don't answer him."Ms.Conner I know it's early but I am waiting on an answer", he presses on. I glare up at him. "Oh, I heard you loud and clear Mr.O'Rielly but i'm too busy not giving a shit", I sneer. "And I told you it's Megan, NOT Ms.Conner". Everyone looks at me with wide eyes and gaping mouths. Mr.O'Rielly glares at me."Go to the principle's office right now". I shrug and pick up my back pack heading for the door."Fine by me," I say before giving him a sarcastic smile and walking out of the room.

I walk down the hall way not really paying attention, when suddenly a figure walks out from a corner bumping into me causing both of us to fall on our asses."What the fuck?!" I hear an all too familiar voice say. Shit I'm in for it now, it's Luke. I scramble to my feet and try to walk away before he realizes that it's me."Oh Meggy-stine it's just you". I can practically hear him smirking. Dammit. I continue walking hopping that he'll leave me alone."Get back here you bitch! Listen to me, when I talk to you!" I stop where I am and turn to face the bastard."What the fuck do you want Hemmings?" I growled."Someone's upset today. What daddy didn't beat you hard enough?" he smiled cockily. I wanted to punch him so badly, but I knew it would be trouble for me later. I sighed in defeat, "what is it today Luke? Punch to the face? Kick to the gut? Whatever it is make it quick, the principle is expecting me". Luke raised his eyebrows."Hmm, maybe I'll save it for later," he stopped smiling."See ya later Princess". Luke then turned around and walked away. What did he just call me? Princess? That's a new one, I mentally shrugged and headed for the principle's office.

"Ms.Conner-" "I told you it's Megan" "Sorry Megan, Mr.O'Rielly called me to say you had an attitude this morning, and used some inappropriate words, is this true?" I'm silent for a moment before nodding my head and looking away. God I really screwed up this time. "Megan is everything okay at home?" Ms.Simms says. I look into her bright green eyes and for a second she looks a little younger. "Yes ma'am", I lie. "Everything is perfect". She seems unconvinced so I fake a smile. "Alright. Now Megan since you are one of my favorite students, I will let you off with a warning". I smile and I'm about to say thank you when she speaks again. "But I need you to tutor someone," "uh sure, who is it?" "Do you know Mr.Luke Hemmings?" I gulp nervously and somehow manage to nod. "Oh good, tomorrow I want you to come here before homeroom so you two can work out a schedule". Ms.Simms smiles and I nod again. I get up and wave goodbye to Ms.Simms. I exited the office as I start to run down the hall way and into the girls bathroom. I find a stall and lock the door, bending over the toilet and spewing out my breakfast. Luke? I have to tutor Luke? Great just when I thought my life couldn't get any better.