Didn't exactly get the memo that Update Day was a thing. I'm really sorry, I would've loved to participate. So, ignoring my chemistry test I should be studying for, I have decided to give you an update. Warning: Sorta cliff hanger! But I will try and update another couple times for you today but it might not be possible.
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I drag myself out of bed the next morning. My body is sore from my punishments last night. I slip on old black jeans, an old sweatshirt and a soft oversized white shirt. The ride to school is peaceful. I listen to music and relax, trying to ignore the pain pulsing through my body. I'm relieved that I am getting pain meds. They should take the edge off of this.
When we arrive at school, I hop off and walk to the nurse's office. Pausing at the door, I hear Dr. Green's voice. I catch the end of the conversation. "Of course I know what I'm doing Owen. She's not..." Dr. Green breaks off as I open the door to announce my presence, deepening the unsettled feeling in my stomach. I see Dr. Green and Mr. Blackbourne standing by his desk. Dr. Green forces a smile, "Hello Miss. Sang. How are you this morning?"
"Fine, how are you?" I respond politely. A smirk appears on his face. "Better now that you're here." I roll my eyes playfully. Last night, I realized Dr. Green's personality is flirty. That is who he is. He's not necessarily flirting; he always flirts. Now that I understand this, I feel less uncomfortable in his presence. I'm just glad he gave up that ridiculous nickname.
Mr. Blackbourne swiftly excuses himself. I keep my eyes on the floor as he walks past me. Dr. Green blows out a breath, "Now that Stiffy is gone, I can get you your medicine Pookie." Whoop, there it is. Despite myself, I giggle at Dr. Green's fondness of the ridiculous nickname. Dr. Green hands me two tablets and a cup. I swallow the pills then down the water. "Thank for this Dr. Green." He nods, "Off you go."
Homeroom had been the same routine of sitting very far away from the Taylor brothers. If by some chance our eyes met, I would plaster on a small smile then turn away. Today, I arrived before most people. As the others file in, North and Luke sit next to me. My mood lighter now that my pain is reduced to a dull ache, I greet the brothers.
Luke looks at me in surprise. I haven't spoken to them in days. "Good morning sweetie. Long time, no speak." My face heats in shame for avoiding them. "Good morning Luke. Morning North." North grunts in response, not looking at me. Why is he so grumpy?
I listen to Luke talk about his Uncle's Diner. I try to envision what he describes. "It sounds beautiful Luke." He nods, running his fingers through his hair. "It is. You should come sometime." I suddenly clam up. "Maybe. I'll try." I respond, ending the conversation.
I hastily change the subject, "So did you study for English." I hear North scoff in the background as Luke groans and I giggle. "Did you forget? It is worth 150 points." "I don't understand this whole points thing. We didn't do it this way at my old school." They didn't take tests? "You mean that academy. I wish I went there. No tests, that would be pure bliss. I always study, I know the material, I just can't get 100's." Luke nods earnestly. "It sounds like a ridiculous way to test if you know it. How are you supposed to memorize every little fact for the test? It seems stupid to me." I nod in agreement. The bell rings and I walk away waving goodbye to Luke and North, who had been quiet all morning.
Throughout the day, I attempted interaction with the boys. Well, not really. I planned on attempting interaction with the boys but after home room, I felt drained and I did not feel like talking. It will have to wait till another day.
As I walk down to Japanese class, it hits me. It is Friday Fall. The gears in my head start spinning. The alarm could go off any minute. I feel awful not doing anything to stop it, but could I even if I tried. I would be terribly outnumbered, and like I told Gabriel, it doesn't matter how strong you are if there are more people than you.
Would it even be good to interrupt it? The bullies and thugs only do this to establish order, that they are more powerful. Greg usually takes charge. If I tried to stop it, the repercussions would be great. Not only for me, but for all the others that get picked on. I couldn't risk it.
Japanese passes quickly as I am distracted for most of it. I get changed and head to the gymnasium. Gym starts slow but then the fire alarm blares, echoing through the room. The class files out, but I pause when I see something on the ground. There is a cracked pair of black glasses in the dirt, footsteps ingrained in the ground next to it, and two lines dug into the dirt. I step forward, taking a closer look at the glasses. They seem familiar. My heart stops. Kota!
This couldn't be happening. I ignore my earlier reasons for not getting involved. I won't let somebody I care about get hurt. Not again.
I take off running.
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