A Tail Between 2 Lovers (H.S.)

Chapter. 2

   It has been a week since classes started and a week since I had my run in with Harry Styles.

Since then, he's been completely shut off and continues to sit in the back of the classroom.

I've realized that I actually have most of my classes with him and that in every class, he's always alone.

For some reason I can't seem to take my eyes off of him. There's something intriguing about him and I find myself curious.

I am currently preparing myself for the horror that is sure to be a college party. It's on the beach and Maria and Kanen insisted that I go. My excitement is remarkable, really. Yeah, no.

I've always been known to be the antisocial one in our small trio of friends. The twins are always up for anything and can be real party animals. I'd much rather snuggle up with a nice book and have Netflix within reach.

I've come to realize we don't always get what we want.

"Really, El? You're not even dressed and the party has already started! It's getting dark out, we need to be leaving soon!" Chides Maria, walking into my room fully dressed in a totally amazing outfit for a party.

She wore a sparkly crop top that showed off her perfectly tan skin, with tiny, black denim shorts and sparkly sandals. I could see the tie of her favorite floral bikini tied around her neck. Her hair and makeup was done to perfection.

"I couldn't decide what to wear! It's not like I've ever been to a college party before, or really any party for that matter." I whine.

"Well have no fear, because your best friend is here to make sure you look absolutely sexy. You need some male attention. You haven't even been on a date since Johnny from high school." She says, causing me to groan.

"Don't remind me. But honestly M, I don't need a guy to be happy! I'm perfectly content with myself and my life." I insist.

She rolls her eyes, giving me a condescending glare. "You mean your life as a hermit? Come on, El. At least try to make some friends! You never know, it could be worth your while."

I knew she was right. What was the harm in having a little fun for once?

I sit on the bed as she files through my limited wardrobe, tossing aside things that were "too boring."

"Ah, here we are! What do you think of this?" She held up a Rolling Stones tank top that had many rips through it and a pair of ripped, dark wash denim shorts. She also places a plain black bikini in my hands. I actually quite liked it.

"You're a lifesaver." I grinned and wrapped my arms around her in a quick hug.

She giggles, "You can thank me when you're surrounded by hunky frat guys. Now go change and do your hair! I'll find you some cute accessories."

I scurried to my bathroom and quickly got dressed. The outfit actually flattered me. I was always told that I had long legs, and these shorts showed them off surprisingly well.

I do my hair in a neat side braid and apply a little more makeup than usual. Might as well try to make Maria proud, right?

I put in some pearl earrings and slipped on my ring before going back to my room. Maria had laid out my navy colored Vans with a cute pearl necklace and a seashell charm bracelet. Bless her.

I finish getting ready and rush down the stairs. The twins are waiting by the door.

"Took you long enough, Ellie." Says Kanen. He's dressed in swim trunks and a loose white dress shirt that was mostly unbuttoned, his sunglasses sat on top of his blonde head.