February 15. The next day I walked into school feeling like shit. Everyone is staring at me. I know Nick told them about our situation and that makes me want to hate him more. But I don't understand. Why do I still feel something?
At my locker someone speaks to me. I turn around. My day has gone from bad to worse. It's the shover. I turn back around ignoring them. They tap on my shoulder again and I ask what they want. "What do you want from me?"
"Nothing. You just look pathetic walking around here moping about Nick."
"What did I do for you to say something like that?" I try not to cry as he continues to make fun of me in front of everyone. I quickly grab my things from my locker and rush to my class.
The walk to my desk felt longer than usual. Everyone's eyes were on me. Whispers and glares. I sit down in a cold sweat. Longing for the day to be over. I bury my head in my arms.
BRINGGGGG! The bell. The bell still doesn't have that savory tune to it. I walk slowly to my locker. I pass by Nick. He seems happy, but he gives me the evilest smile. I look down walking past him and his friends.
The school day goes by so slowly. When will it be time to go? I lie my head down on my desk. "Karter?" I jolt at the sound of my name. "Can you answer the question on the board please?" I stand up and head to the front of the classroom. I can see a few girls' whisper. I'm tired of hearing others whispering.
I answer the question. "Karter that is incorrect you may sit back down." I go back to my seat. I don't care if the answer was wrong. It doesn't matter to me anyway. I just want to be left alone.
After what felt like an eternity, the final bell rings. I gather my things and head out of the classroom. As I'm walking down the hall, I see Nick again. This time he's with the girl he kissed. My heart sinks. I try to avoid them.
But that weird guy calls out to me. "Hey, Karter! Why are you acting so weird?"I ignore him and keep walking. I can hear his laughter echoing behind me. I rush out of the school and head to my favorite cafe. The one place where I can find some peace.
I order my usual drink and sit in my favorite corner. The warmth of the cafe and the soothing music help me relax a bit.As I sit there, I think about everything that's happened. Nick and I used to be so close. We had a strong relationship but seeing him kiss another girl on the day we were supposed to hang out shattered me.
I don't know how to make things better. I feel lost and confused.The cafe starts to fill up with people, and I realize I've been sitting there for hours. I decide it's time to head home.
As I walk out, I take a deep breath and try to clear my mind. I know I need to focus on myself and find a way to move forward. It won't be easy, but I have to try.
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My Russian Romeo
Teen Fiction"My Russian Romeo" is a story of a 17-year-old grappling with heavy emotions and a sense of despair, feeling as if the world is against them. The protagonist wakes up dreading the first day of school, knowing they will face the same torment from cer...
