Minding My Own Business

Conditions

I got down the bus which brings me to school everyday. I started walking towards my locker fast because I was running late. All students were in a hurry. I took my books and walked to my english class. Just when I was about to enter Becky called me, she moved like a cyclone, so fast.

"Beck your speed can uproot trees you know."

She just ignored my comment "listen Emma, I will meet you at lunch, I am bunking some lectures, got something important to do, take care of my proxy, love you."

I just nodded and sat on last seat in the class today, as I felt comfortable there and fortunately it wasn't occupied.

Yeah, after all you can stare at anyone from last seat.

Somehow there were less students in class today not even the popular newbie and his group. I wonder if they also had some stuff to do just like Becky.

Now that I remember there were many students surrounding the notice board today. I'll check it when the school is over since I love avoiding people.

"We'll continue from where we left yesterday" the teacher said.

Oh I didn't notice him. Well thanks to my thoughts.

After English, I had one more class and then I was free. I made my way to the lockers as I had to return some books to library which I issued last week. I am a voracious reader.

I held all seven books together and went to library. Luckily I didn't trip. By the time I was done with my search in library again, it was already lunch time. I went to cafeteria as Becky told me to meet her there. The moment I entered, I saw her waving as usual like crazy.

"Scarlett please buy me something to eat" she said to me even before I took a seat. I didn't want to eat but I bought a sandwich and coke for her.

She ate it eagerly "do you want to end this give and take relationship between us?" she popped the question.

I was surprised. Out of the blue she said that.

So you know I don't like you?

"Beck no matter what, I know you are sort of using me for your small selfish stuff but I appreciate your company, really" she felt uneasy at my answer.

"Come on, you won't be liable to me for anything and we can end it."

"I don't owe you anything, you know it well" I rolled my eyes saying that.

She opened her mouth to say something but kept quiet.

"Ok Becky, what do you want this time?" the moment I said that she started grinning. Trust me when Becky grins, it's a bad omen for me.

"There is a party this Saturday at the newbie's home and I want you to come" she said in one breath.

"Whaaat!!! no way, did you forget I am a shy introvert and I am not good at this stuff" I yelled at her.

She ignored me "you know who is my partner, it's Zac loran ,the newbie himself, the guy with whom all girls dream of spending time, he said he would date me."

Really? Now why would a stranger so easily say yes to date you. He doesn't even know you.

"So when you bunked the classes, this is what you were doing, Becky you have been to parties alone and you are still alive. Why do you want me to come?" I complained.

"Emma Scarlett, I need you to be there, no excuses, I'll text you the details in the evening and after this party I'll never bother you" she got up and left.

I made my way back to class still thinking about what Becky said.I could not understand that how was it possible for the new guy to date her. Well she looks fine but not that attractive and the guy has all the possibilities to get any girl he wanted.
I was zoned out for the rest of the day but somehow I felt someone was staring me. I just ignored it.

Finally the lectures were over and to my surprise Becky was waiting for me outside my class. I smiled at her.

"Emma, principal called you in the office" she broke the news to me.

Principal called me? Why? I haven't murdered anyone yet. Ok I'll just go.

"Give me your bag, I'll wait outside for you, go and meet him" she said.

Is that really Becky, she's being nice to me? Wow looks like its a parallel world.

Anyways I gave her my bag and went to meet the principal.

"Sir, you called me?" I asked entering his room.

He looked little confused "young lady I didn't call for any student. Seems like you are too gullible for pranksters."

I apologised and was so embarrassed. I went to find Becky.

I'm gonna kill her. Why did she lie. Shoot!! She took my bag too. My phone, money, house keys. Everything. Damn it.

Just as I expected she was gone. I was so confused about what to do. How to get home. I took a deep breath and thought about walking back home. I stepped out of the school and started walking.

I'm really strong no matter what the problem is, I still can handle stuff on my own. I know Becky is a bad girl but I just can't treat her the same way. I am damn too nice. I just looked at the sky and smiled. Yes, that's how I deal with my problems.

At 7:00p.m I reached home and saw Becky at my doorstep. She was laughing at my condition.

"I am sorry I just felt like messing up a little. I hope now you understand that I can make you suffer a lot, so you better come to the party if you want me to stop bullying you sweetly"
she laughed.

I just snatched my bag, opened the door and banged it on her face.

"Emma open up, I am sorry" she was faking it again.

"Go home Bec, you are forgiven."

I went to take shower. I was so tired with all that walking. I just ate chips in dinner as I had no energy to cook something. I hardly look after my health.

Now I realised that I should end everything with Becky. I picked up my phone and texted her.

I'll come to party and the moment I show up, all things between us will be over. Don't you dare bother me again.

After five minutes my phone pinged.

Yep it will be end of everything. We will be complete strangers after that party.

Becky.

I was really happy after reading that. I will finally get rid of my sweet bully. I hate the way she has used me since middle school.

But at the same time I started having nightmares about the party. My idea of comfortable day is rain, coffee, books and oversized clothes.

To ease my thoughts,
I started watching furious five and I don't know when I wandered off to my dreamland.

....
So what will happen at the party?
Dance, kiss, sex?
Well, well, you can't even imagine.

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