Survivng School

Chapter 2: Invites and More Faces

After a long and painfully boring orientation, the students were given some time to explore. There wasn't any lesson today as lessons only start tomorrow. I whipped out my phone on the way out of the lecture theatre, only to see a text message from James. Seeing that, I scanned my surrondings and saw that James was no where to be seen. Out of curiosity, I opened the text:

JOHN! SAVE ME! JOYCE WON'T STOP BOTHERING ME! SHE IS FORCING ME TO GO EXPLORE THE SCHOOL WITH HER! I DONT WANNA EXPLORE THE SCHOOL WITH HER! SAVE ME NOW!

I shook my head and sighed as I continued walking down the hall. I texted back:

WHERE R U? I'M COMING JUST CHILL.

I'M AT THE CANTEEN! COME QUICKLY!

I shook my head and looked around. There was a sign that pointed to the canteen, but before I could do anything, I saw a really enthusiastic Joyce dragging James down the hallway. I stared wide-eyed, baffled at how childish she seems and at the same time the determination on her face. James was still trying to act nonchalant, but it was quite easy to see through his facade now as Joyce was not making it easy on him. Some people also stared wide-eyed at the two, but others just ignored them. Then, James looked up and our eyes met. I could see he was really embarrassed and his eyes were clearly screaming,"GET HER OFF MY BACK NOW!" Seeing the expression, I almost laughed. Almost.

I considered just letting Joyce does what she wants, but then James stared at me again, his eyes still screaming. I was closer to laughing. Then, I stepped forward and blocked Joyce, stunning her. I grabbed James and led him away as Joyce began to gain her composure. "Let him explore the school. You can pester him all you want later," I turned around and mouthed just as Joyce started to give chase, before turning the corner, hoping she understood.

Luckily, she did. After turning the few corridors, cutting through the canteen about 3 times, James was finally sure Joyce was not following us.

"Thank you. Thank you, thank you, thank you!" He said as we finally headed back towards the dorm.

"Yeah yeah, I get it. You're welcome. But did you really have to drag me five time around the school?" I asked. James nodded sheepishly. I sighed. When we reached our dorm, James threw open the door and fell onto his bed, bummed and exhausted. I shook my head.

"That's what you get when went through the school compound five times," I thought to myself.

On the floor, I found 3 letters. One for me, one for James and one for the both of us. I threw the letter to James and we opened ours together. It was our timetable for the week.

"James, you also majoring in science right?" I questioned.

"Ya. 4th period why."

"Same. Hi-five."

I opened the final letter, which were sent to the both of us, to find an invite to high school party. Surprised, I told James, "Dude, listen to this."

Dear freshmen of Dorm 345,

You have been cordially invited to a party hosted by Daniel Flarrow. Please come in your... Oh who am I kidding.
Hello new guys! Welcome to Stamford High. Im Daniel and I will be having a party at 23 Boulevard St., starting at 7pm. All the freshmen and seniors have benn invited! The party is going to be epic! Wear anything you want! Hope you guys can make it!

Signed, Daniel Flarrow

James looked at me baffled. I was also speechless. We haven't even properly started school and we're already being invited to a party. I could barely believe it. Though after a while, the two of us thought that they probably do this every year, so we were not as surprised anymore.

"Were going right?"

I looked at James. "What do you think?"

He smiled.

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We arrived at 23 Boulevard St. and immediately we could hear music. The sun was already setting and it did not take much effort. With lights pouring out of almost every window and music blasting at max volume, it was not a sight to miss. As we stood infront of the Stamford High's football captain's mansion, we could see many people partying through the windows and even in the backyard. His mansion was humongous and his backyard even had a pool. Honestly, we were not surprised. He was the football captain.

As we entered the house, flashing the invite at the door, we were greeted by a wave of flashing lights. The noise from all the partying and the music was deafening. We managed to squeeze past all the people on the dance floor, arriving at the backyard. Although there were still many people partying, the backyard was considerably less crowded. There was a large table filled with food of all variety - ranging from western delights to eastern delicacies. The two of us rushed over and grabbed anything we could get our hands on, before wolfing down all of it.

"They are so delicious!" I managed through all the food in my mouth. After we were satisfied, we saw the party moving to the backyard, so we each grabbed a cup of punch and headed inside.

Then, James took out his phone upon hearing a notification. "Oh no," he said.

"What is it?" I asked, curious. James showed me his phone.

Ben: I see u James... :) Come over here...

Eric: Haha. Ben being a perv again.

Remus: James we all see u. Get over here now

Mike: Get over here James. We know u would show up

James looked around and texted back with a sigh.

Where r u guys. Also is everyone here?

Mike: Nah just a few of us. The twins, Samuel, Jess, Em, Hermont,
and Olivia. We r at one of the tables near the smain entrance.

Cassie: Helllooooo Jamesss. See u got here. Whos the guy with u?

"Sorry bro. I may have just dragged you into hell." James sighed before dragging me to the entrance. Still confused, I followed him. We soon came to the entrance and a girl waved to James. I soon met 7 new faces and Joyce, all eagerly talking to each other. Then, upon sensing our presence, they turned, ignoring James completely, and looked at me.

One boy asked,"And who are you?" Before I knew it, I was bombarded with many questions and James just looked at me, smiling sheepishly. I knew that my life was not going to be as simple anymore, especially after meeting these people.

To be continued...
Find out what happens next in Chapter 3!
Stay tuned! :)