What You Need (BBW)

4.

Anika's P. O. V

Back to school today...

Hopefully nobody will bring up what happened a few days ago between me and Omar. My cheek has a little bruise on it but it doesn't hurt as much. I didn't tell my mom what happened because she'll freak out and try to press charges and all that good stuff. So as far as she knows I'm fine and dandy.

When I was done getting ready for school I checked my instagram. Same stuff as always: selfies, people in they feelings, and people's ootd (outfit of the day). But one thing that really caught my eye was an outfit from an account I follow that gives me fashion ideas. It was a really cute dress that was red and white. It would be a great dress for homecoming this year. But the only sizes they have is an XS-XL. And I'm an XXL.

I mean if I work out harder I could fit in it. And maybe cut down on some foods. I'll do whatever it takes to get into that dress.

****At School****

I went to my first class and sat in the back row like I always do. I watched all the students go to their friends and start conversations about stuff irrelevant to school. I wish Julia was in all my classes. I look like a loner without her. Wait, I take that back. I am a loner without her.

The only classes we have together is Lunch, Biology, and Spanish. I wonder if Chresanto and I have any classes together.

As soon as I said that, Chresanto walked in the classroom and sat down in the front row. Instantly, most of the girls went straight to him and started flirting. He didn't seem interested at all. And that was a good thing, for me. I'd just be lucky if he even looks at me or even talks to me again. I'm getting too worked up about this. It's never going to happen.

"Alright class, today I will be assigning you a project that will be due in two weeks. It is a partner project, but I will be picking your partners." Mr.James announced.

Everyone groaned at the fact that we can't pick our partners.

I didn't really care who I got as a partner. Because I would probably end up doing all the work no matter who I get. But I'm used to it.

I was sketching in my notebook, not paying attention to who got who for partners. All of a sudden I heard my name.

"And lastly, Anika and Chresanto." Mr.James said finishing off his list of partners.

I froze instantly. I saw all the girls giving me the death glare.

" I will give you the whole period to read over the directions with your partner and come up with ideas. If you have any questions I will be at my desk."

Everyone went to their partners. I kept my head down trying not to look at anyone. Then I felt a tap on my shoulder.

"Hey partner."

I looked up and saw Chresanto smiling his gorgeous smile. I couldn't say anything. I was in shock that someone like him would even be nice to me.

He sat down beside me and let me stare at him.

He chuckled " What, is there something on my face? "

" Oh no. I'm sorry, I'm just not used to people being nice to me i guess." I said looking down.

" Well get used to it. Because I'm a nice guy and I would never be mean to anyone unless I have to." he smiled.

I smiled back.

" Your smile is beautiful. You should use it more."

" You sure are giving me a lot of instructions." I giggled.

" you're right," he chuckled " I'm sorry. Let's start reading. I mean, if you want to."

" yes, let's start."

After reading the directions, Chresanto and I just talked about random things. Our hobbies, families, and other things.

***BELL RINGS***

Everyone grabbed their things and went on to their next class.

" When is your lunch period?" Chresanto asked as we walked out of class and down the hall way.

" 5th period."

" Cool, me too. Can I eat with you at lunch?" he asked.

" Uh, sure. But I don't sit with anybody. So it'll just be us."

" That's no problem. Just us is great." he smiled.

" Okay," I blushed ", see you at lunch then."

He winked then went into his next class which sadly wasn't mine.

I can't wait till lunch.

***LUNCH TIME***

I waited for Chresanto at my usual table. Today for lunch is nasty spaghetti and meatballs with garlic bread. So today I'm skipping lunch.

Since I was reading a book, I didn't see Chresanto approach the table.

" There you are. " he said.

" here I am. "

" What book are you reading? "

" Thirteen Reasons Why." I said holding up the book.

" I've read that book before. Its sad how Hannah commits suicide."

" I know. But at least she's at peace now."

" Right," he looked at me ", why don't you have a lunch? "

" the schools spaghetti is nasty and I'm not hungry." I lied.

Well I'm not fully lying. The spaghetti is really nasty. But I'm so hungry because I skipped breakfast.

" Anika, its not good to skip meals." he said.

" I know but I'm just not hungry."

He stared at me for a good minute.

" Let's go. "

" Go where? "

" where ever you want to go to eat."

" Chresanto, you don't have to-"

" Anika, I know why you want to skip lunch, but you don't need to. You're beautiful just the way you are. And beautiful girls deserve to eat whatever they want. So let's go." he held his hand out for me to take it.

I gave a small smile and took his hand. We walked to his car hand and hand, and went to my favorite place,  Chipotle.

TO BE CONTINUED...

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