Labyrinth 2: What Happens Next

Chapter 7: Talking

Jareth's POV

"Ever since I laid eyes on you, I just felt... I knew something had to develop between us..." I told Sarah. "When we hung out in the library, we became instant friends, I felt like I've known you forever..."

"You had that feeling too? We just, clicked, somehow... "
"Toby must of felt that way too, he was thrilled at the idea..."
"Really? He was? I knew he liked you, but, you are the first guy I've gone out with in years..."
"Really? May I ask why?" My heart fluttered knowing that I was an exception.
"Well, I never really dated much anyway, but I haven't dated at all since...." Sarah paused for a moment.
"Oh no, I hope I didn't bring up anything too personal..." I knew what she was talking about, but David didn't. Goodness, I don't know how much longer I can play as 'David' It's only been a few weeks, but I guess only time will tell...
"Oh, David, no, It wasn't your fault, trust me, I just needed a moment to gather myself is all," Sarah re-assured me. "Ok, so here's the story.... Three years ago, Our parents died in a car accident. It was really hard losing them, even though my Step-mother, Irene and I didn't get along the best, I still loved her. She made my dad happy, after losing my mother, Linda, first to divorce, and again to cancer when I was 16. Her boyfriend, Jeremy, still stays in touch with me, he was almost ready to propose when her cancer took a turn for the worse... And after that was the accident, and ever since then, he's supported us and has been a father figure to me and Toby. He helped us find a place near him, which happened to he here. Being in a small town, with a small school like ours, has really helped Toby. Losing his parents at thirteen was really hard on him. He started staying in his room all the time, and ignoring me for the first few months, but after a while, he adjusted to living here, and our new lifestyle. But I haven't dated because I'm afraid that it'll hurt him, thinking I've moved on, or I'm happy again, because we've grown accustomed to it being just us, and we have a good life going now, I didn't want to mess it up... But you, you're different. I don't know how or why, but you're different..."
"Wow, I'm glad to hear that I'm different! I never knew that you and your brother had it so tough..."
"Aw, it's ok, we miss our family.... A lot. But, we are happy with our life now. School has been especially well, since you arrived."
"Really?"
"Oh, yes! You are the best principal the school has ever had! Never have we had a principal as nice, or a principal who cares and interacts with the kids and staff, as much as you do, not to mention your wits and sence of humor! And your love and encouragement towards reading, everybody just loves you!" I was trying so hard not to blush. I didn't know what to say.
"Why, Thank you! This is my first school, you know?"
"Wow! But you work so well with the kids!"
"Well, I have some experience with children..."
"Really? What did you do?"
"I, babysat, I guess you could say,"
"Ooh! Cool!" Sarah smiled at me. God, I love that smile. It hasn't changed one bit. I may have seen it everyday through the crystal ball, but it's not the same as seeing in person. Being with her tonight is a night I'll be sure not to forget.