Like Our Fathers

Can we be more than friends?

I began to like Monique more and more each day. I never felt this much love in my heart than I do now. As I was walking home from work last night, I got a text from my best friend Ryan Olusola. "So u were with a girl huh? Gotta fill me in 2morrow bro. ;)" I laughed and smiled. I began wondering how he found out about Monique. Anyway, I continued on my way home, thinking about her.

The next Day- Monique's POV

It was about 6:45 in the morning when I woke up. Stupid bed hair. Why can't you ever stay fixed for once? I sat in front of the mirror in my room brushing my hair. All the while, I was thinking about Mike and how nice he has been to me. I knew he liked me and it made me smile. For some reason, I felt in my heart that we would be closer than anyone I have came in contact with. It was December 16th. Tomorrow was the last day of school for winter break. My dad told me I would transfer to a new school. It was Hornwell Bradford High. It sounded like it would be fun, though I wouldn't have any friends until school started back. I put a shower cap on and decided to take a shower since school started at 8:45. Around 7:39, I got dressed, putting on my black pants with a PTX logo on the left lower part of my pant leg and my red hoodie and black hat. Around these parts of the city of Eastende, it never gets too cold, at least below 50°F. I wrapped my scarf around and laid in my bed listening to music. I was listening to Focus by Ariana Grande. It's a really good song. While listening to music, I got a text from Mike. "Hey beautiful, good morning." I smiled and said "Hey pretty boy, good morning." laughing 'cause I called him pretty boy. "Aww u gave me a "pretty" good compliment lol. Anyway, what r u doing?" He is so corny, but it makes me laugh. "Just got ready for school. I'm transferring Hornwell High so I should be leaving soon." He sent me a text that said "Okay, see u soon." I was surprised he attends Hornwell as well. At school, me and daddy went to the office and my dad filled out the paper work. Be good okay baby? Try to have a good day and make at least a few friends. He gave me a hug and kiss on the forehead and waved goodbye as he walked out of the building. First period is...Music. I was excited. I love music in general. I actually decided to take lessons in playing several instruments like the guitar, drums, and the piano. As I walked into class, I saw people having fun playing their instruments. Since it was the last day, I figured it was a free day to have fun. I went to the teacher and showed her my schedule. Well welcome Ms. Grassi. My name is Mrs. Wilson. Here in Music, you bring your own instrument and practice with others and give and receive advice. This class is really a free class to develop one's sense of passion in music. Any lessons are paid by the school for those who want advice from experts. Take a seat dear. Since this is your first day, you can keep this flute. Every student who enrolls into the class and comes on their first day receives a flute as a starter. Have fun and welcome to the class. I smiled as I took the flute from her hand and walked over to my seat. Suddenly, I heard a famaliar voice. Hey teach, sorry I'm late. Ryan here can't seem to get up BEFORE the bell rings. I laugh as Mike and his friend walks in. Mike, it's not my fault bro. I told you I need energy in the morning before I can move properly. Mike glanced at Ryan and chuckled. Next time, I'll buy you Dunkin' Donuts then. I waved to Mike, signaling him to come sit next to me. He smiled and told Ryan to follow him as he walked over towards me. He sat down next to me on the stairs along with Ryan. Ryan, this is Monique. She's the daughter of Mitch Grassi. He shook my hand and smiled. I'm Ryan Olusola, eldest son of Kevin aviously. I smiled and laughed at the same time. All pentaholics say "Aviously" instead of "obviously". We had an interesting time in class. After the bell rang, Ryan went to his next class and Mike decide to walk me to mine. So new girl, what's your next class? He said while brushing his curly hair. I showed him my schedule. Home ec huh? Hey, there is another member of PTX in there. You will find him in there, usually eating food. I looked confused as he walked me into class. Yo, Mr. R! New student! Laters! Mike ran off to his class before the bell rang. I went up to the teacher. Good morning, welcome to Home ec. My name is Mr. Rousette, but students call me Mr. R. Home ec, you will learn cooking skills and have fun. Just because it's high school doesn't mean you will be piled with work. This school was created to build character in students and make their lives fun while also learning. Fun + Education = Learning is what I say. Everyday you will attend 6 classes, the first 4 classes, lunch, then your last class. After school we have different clubs and groups so feel free to walk around after school and join. I nodded as I sat a desk. I looked over to my left, noticing a boy in a plaid shirt and blue jeans wearing converse eating barbeque chips. Hey, kid with the chips! He looked up at me quickly. What's your name? He swallowed his food and drunk some of his creme soda. That hit the spot. Anyway, I'm Eddy Kaplan, or Edward Kaplan if you want to be formal about my name. You must be...Monique Grassi. Mike tells me a lot about you. Even tells me how pretty you are. He's a nice guy, I'm sure you two are gonna be close friends. I smiled at his words, noticing the beanie he had on his head. Your dad give you that hat? He nods as he pulled a chair next to me. We sat talking for hours. My next two classes went by fast. I made new friends like Joey Harden and Samantha Smith. During lunch, I sat at a table alone, eating the lunch my dad packed for me. PB & J with juice and my favorite Flamin' Hots chips. Soon, my friends came sitting next to me. Mike, Ryan, Eddy, Joey and Sam sat by me and we were talking about various topics. Sorry I'm late guys! I had to finish a lot of paper work in the office. It was a pretty girl, about the age of 19. She sat at our table, checking her facebook. Hey Cass, meet Monique. Daughter of Mitch Grassi. She looked at me and shook my hand gently. The name's Cass. Cass Maldonado. With that, I said "looks like we have the next PTX in our midst." We all laughed. We spent time together, getting to know each other and my new friends asking me questions about my life. We had an assembly during our last class so we decided to skip it and check out some clubs. Ryan thought it would be a good idea because school would be over at 4 pm and it was about 2:15. There was a music club ran by students interested in music. Who do I talk to to join? Everyone turned to Mike. Sure, the more the merrier ya know? I gave him a hug and he began to blush. Everyone smiled. Mike, just ask her out dude. Eddy said. I began to blush. He was a very nice guy anyway and I didn't mind being with him. He nervously held my hand and blushed a dark red. Will you...be my...g-girlfriend? I laughed because he was so adorable. Sure. I wouldn't mind. At least I get to know you on a personal level now. He smiled a softly kissed me on my lips and held me tight in his arms. I could feel his emotions. He really did love me, even so we knew each other for several weeks from work.

Later that day

After school, I told my dad about it all and my first kiss with Mike. He smiled and told me "Kissing a Hoying is special you know? Reminds me of when I first kissed Scott." I wanted to ask what happened between them but I left it alone for another time. At least until he was ready to tell me.