THE UGLY DUCKLING ©

CHAPTER EIGHTEEN

{KURT'S POV}

Somehow, I was able to restrain myself from being violent after he called me 'charity case'. I could still see the devilish grin on his face when he saw me grit my teeth and make a fist out of too much anger. But he knew I couldnt do anything to him. He knew that I needed him, I needed them...at least just for the time being.

Someone nudged me and a wide smile paved its way on my face. Feeling too overwhelmed that I got to see her now, without giving it much of a thought, I pulled her into a tight hug.

"Oh, I-uh, I'm sorry," I said upon realizing what I had done, "I was just too glad to see you."

She shyly smiled as she looked down and fiddle with the tassle of her bag. "don't worry, it's okay."

"Well, since it's okay," I smirked, then hugged her again. This time, with no urgent intention of letting her go.

"Uh, Kurt?" I felt her flinch a bit. I held her tighter. "What are you doing?" I could feel her heart beating faster.

"Well duh, hugging you of course," I laughed. She chuckled briefly as I felt her relax in my arms and rested her head on my shoulder. Everything just felt right at that moment. We stayed like that for several minutes, both of us listening to our synchronized heartbeat.

"Lissey," I whispered to her ear as I lifted her chin and looked deep in her eyes. "I love you," I rested my forehead on hers barely living distance between our faces.

"Uh, I- uhm, thank you?" was all she could say, her face red as a tomato.

I laughed, gave her a kiss on the cheeks and gently release her.

"Ow!" my laughing streak was stopped as she hit my arm, "aren't you the violent one!"

"Shush you, you big cry baby," she teased. "Serves you right for making me blush."

"Well if that's the case, I better get used to being hurt cause I love seeing your tomato-red-face," I took the chance to hold her hand and almost instantaneously, she blushed again making me laughed even harder.

He hit me again. More playfully than hurtful,yet it still hurt. For someone with a skinny figure she really hit hard. "You're crazy Kurt!"

"Keep it coming mah lady," I offered my cheek and she hit me again, both of us lauhing.

'This moment right here,' I tought, 'is one of those moments that give me hope for a better future. This girl is really something.'

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{LISSEY'S POV}

I couldnt explain why I feel so comfortable with Kurt. It's like whenever we're together, everything felt right almost up to the point that its scary.

'What are we really? Are we a couple now? Why do I let him hug me and kiss me like that? Am I falling for him or have I already fallen?' I couldnt stop thinking about him after that encounter. How I wished then for time to stop and just allow me more time to enjoy being me, not thinking about what others think of me or what they will say behind my back. But I could only wish. A couple of minutes after we shared some laughs, Kurt and I had to go to our separate classes when the bell rang. Nevertheless, all I know is that for even just a short time, I, Nicole Elise, am happy.

Heading out of the school, I heard voices arguing as I passed by the gym. Most of the students left and went home already. I am not much of snoop but I couldnt help myself when the familiarity of the voices sink in. I peeked through the opening behind the door hinges.

"No one is looking so there's no need to act all lovey dovey on me now you b-" Francois was frantic with anger as he got out of her grasp.

"Oh, so youre all that now huh?! Let me remind you, I-OWN-YOU-NOW!" Charice confidently said in a matter of fact tone while pointing to his chest. "And I dont remember you asking me to stop when you were busy moaning last night!" This seemed to piss Francois more than ever.

"You own nothing! You definitely dont own me! You are such a tease, I was drunk and I regret all those times as soon as I realised I had done it!" He was definitely pissed.

"Ha ha ha!" Charice was mocking him," you know, youre even more handsome when youre angry." She walked up to him and playfully ran her fingers through his chest. Francois seemed to relax a little. "See, you cant resist me. Youre mine Francois." She tried to kiss him but he pushed her away.

"Stop it Charice! I've had enough of this bullshit!" he raised his arm and my eyes almost popped out of its socket as I thought he would hit her. I rushed to where they were and with one swift move, shielded Charice by pulling her behind me. Both of them startled of my presence. Francois hesitated and let his arm fall to his sides. He was gripping his hair tight in frustration.

"What are you doing here Liz?!" Charice pushed me and since I was caught off guard, I lost my balance and fell to the floor. Before I could even manage to get up and answer, the bickering resumed.

"That was uncalled for Charice! She's just trying to protect you. You dont need to push her."

"Says you. But then again, why would I listen to you?! Youre a nobody!"

"Well if I am a nobody, why the hell are you putting a claim on me? why wont you just let me be?!"

Charice laughed almost witch-like,"Francois, Francois, Francois. You amuse me with your pathetic logic. You are nothing, yes, right you are. But you were given to me as a token of appreciation, like a certificate given after acing a test, you are proud to display it on your fridge's door. You see, I am not always acing a test like this ugly nerd here. But you, you are my certificate, and I plan on keeping you on display for as long as I can. And if you really love your pathetic excuse for a life, you know that its best not to mess with me. See you later sis," with that she waved us goodbye and strutted out of the gym.

I just stood there astonished and confused. 'what on earth did she meant? I thought they were together and in love?' I looked at Francois for answers but he looked defeated and lost in his thoughts. Without much of a glance or a word, he left, totally forgetting I was there with him.

'what was that about? can my life get any more complicated?' I thought.

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A/n

hello guys! life's been pretty hectic these days. sad times as well as good times but I'm not going to bore you with the details.

I hope you are liking my story so far. there's a lot more to happen. lies, manipulation, etc will all be revealed in due time. bear with me please. and thanks for reading.

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