He's Still The One

Chapter 10 - Bigger

Ashley.

After english, Tyler insisted on walking with me to my locker so that we can have lunch together. I don't know why is he being nice to me. I can't help but think there's a motive behind it. Okay, I don't know if he's that mean or anything. I can't see through him. It's not like we were in speaking terms before this. It was just me knowing his name and him going to the same classes as me. That was it.

As we were walking, at a respectable distance. I bet you already know what happened next.

What is she doing with Tyler?

Is that Tyler's new girlfriend?

Wow, they look good together.

Isn't that Ashley Monroe?

That bitch.

Ugh, I can't believe Tyler.

A series of murmurs entered my ears. I chose to ignore them all. It's not like I did something wrong. I'm just walking with Tyler. People nowadays are so judgemental. Okay, this is a crime because let's face it, Tyler is the hottest bad boy in school. What was I even doing with him? This is bad.

Upon arriving, I saw Carter, one of Tyler's best friends, sprinting towards us. Luckily it wasn't crowded or else he would not make it alive. Why do I even care? He's an ass.

Really, Ash? Really? Complaining that the people are judgemental but you are doing it? Some hypocrite you are.

He looked at me from head to toe and smirked. This pervert. I wasn't wrong. The rumors weren't wrong.

"Man, you the bomb!" I cocked an eyebrow at him. What the hell is he talking about?

"Can you shut the fuck up?! Just ignore him. He's being stupid as always." Tyler glared at him. What was that all about? Some kind of code they have. He just shrugged it off went away hollering a 'see you later' to both Tyler and I.

"Are you alright?" Tyler said with a glimpse of worry evident on his face. I fake smiled and nodded.

"Let's go. I'm hungry." Just then my stomach grumbled. Yep, I was really hungry.

Tyler pretty much laughed loudly. I glared at him.

"Okay okay. Let's go!" He threw his hands up in defeat and grabbed me by the hand.

I'll just pretend that I am not affected by his sudden actions because to hell, I freaking am.

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Upon arriving at the lunch room, people looked at us like we were Justin and Selena. I maybe exaggerating but you clearly know what I mean. Don't they have lunches to eat? I swear, half of high school is built upon rumor after rumor. I overheard a girl say I was just using Tyler. Wow, I wouldn't even stoop that low.

"Cmon, I'm going to introduce you to my friends." I looked at him unable to comprehend. It's not like I don't already know them, we mostly go to the same classes but the people are still staring. That's a problem.

"Aren't we going to buy lunch first?" Now it's my time to smirk at him. He rolled his eyes.

Okay, Ash. Doing good. Where the hell did you get that confidence?

"Very well, darling." Tyler said in the funniest british accent ever. I have to admit, was pretty cute.

Wait what?!

I bought burger, fries and a diet Coke while Tyler bought the same. He even attempted to buy me salad but I politely declined. He was in awe.

We walked towards their usual table, The Jock's Table.

They are almighty in this school. Every girl is fangirling over them. I mean, who wouldn't be? They're hot, athletic and yeah, handsome.

Enough with those thoughts, Ashley.

Every jock is there. Austin, Drew, Luke, Carter, James and Daniel.

My heart raced. I knew this wasn't a good idea. This is really trouble. I can't believe I tapped myself into this mess. But there's no turning back now. It's not like I could runaway. That would be more embarrassing. I guess I have to go on with this.

"Guys, I want you all to meet, Ashley. If you ever mess up with her, I will break your necks. Got it?" They all said 'yes dad' in unison and laughed. Typical hormonal teenage boys.

I let out an awkward small smile and sat beside Tyler. I looked around to find Candice and to my dismay, she's looking at me and smirked. What was she on? I better have to talk to her after this.

I was silent the whole time. I don't even have an idea about half the things they are talking about. I could feel my back burning from the glares I earned.

"So, what do you say, man?" I could hear Austin Edwards, runningback of the football team, The Sharks.

"Only if Ash will come with me." I almost threw up. Come with him where? I can't believe what I heard. I don't even know what they were talking about.

"Uhhh-."

Riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiing.

Remind me to thank the heavens later. That was close. Immediately they dropped the subject and proceeded to their classes.

The lunchroom emptied, leaving me, Austin, Luke and Tyler alone.

I have free period after lunch then Physics with Austin and Luke. Maybe, I guess, I'm going with them.

"I have to go guys. I still have economics class." He gave man hugs and fist bumps to both of them.

"I have to go. I'll talk to you later, okay? I'll be taking you home. Bye Ash." He hugged me and kissed my forehead.

I was left speechless.

What just happened?

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