After 2

Chapter 5

James pov
As my name falls from her mouth in a quiet , strained whisper, my eyes well up with tears.
I haven't seen heard her voice or see her face in years.
"Michelle I-" I look on her forehead and she a prominent scar. I frown.
"What James?" She yanks her wrist free. I make eye contact.
"We need to talk"
"Wow okay. Over 1 and a half years and not even an apology"
"Michelle wait. I'm-"
"Save it James. I don't want to hear it"
She starts walking back to the theatre.
"Michelle please" I beg, "I want to talk to you"
She stops at the door and remains silent.
"I can't" she whispers and walks into the room. I run my hands through my hair and kick a near by trash can.
"I won't give up"

I walk back into the theatre just as they're reading out the names as to who will be on the team. I catch mine and Michelle's name. Perfect.
As soon as we are dismissed she practically runs out of the room.

I walk around the campus thinking of ways that I can start over with Michelle. I see her sitting under a tree by herself. This is my chance.
"Hi I'm James, I was wondering if you could show me where this room is?" She looks at my speechless.
"What are you doing?" She asks angrily.
"I just need help. I'm kinda lost and you were the first person I found"
"Michelle?" I hear another guys voice.
"Who is this?"
I turn around and see this buff guy with a gentle face.
"I don't even know anymore. Just some guy" she says quietly.
"Is he bothering you?"
She looks up at me with sad eyes. I frown in confusion
"No" she whispers. I look at her with the same sad and confused expression.
"Hey buddy do you mind?" He snaps me back into reality. I look at him then his arms. He has prepared a picnic for them.
"No, sorry I'll just, I guess leave now. Thanks" I look at Michelle once more. She's still looking at the ground. I walk away.