The new girl. A Jelena Love story

Chapter 21

Selena's POV 

I was furious. I was angry at Justin for making me think that he could've in the slightest liked me as well. I was resentful at the fact that he was still a player and would never change his ways.  And most of all I'm furious at myself for letting my walls slip just a little bit, and that he managed to make me feel this way. 

As soon as I got home, Mum greeted me with worried eyes but didn't further question my puffy red cheeks and bloodshot eyes. I needed a release, so as I washed my face and stared into my reflection I decided to quickly grab earphones, put on my shoes, sports bra and bike pants and run off some steam. 

Throughout my time here I hadn't really taken the time to explore this new place, my new home. The one that I had previously thought would be great, but now I'm not so sure of my decision.  

I slowed my pace as I started to turn the corner. 

Why was I being so stupid? 

I needed to get him and this whole situation out of my head. I had to forget about him. 

But what would happen to my friends? What would they do? Who would they side with? 

I couldn't bare the thought of losing any of them. 

Before I could question myself further, my foot slipped and I suddenly collided with a large hard wall and successfully landed straight on the ground. 

"Shit I'm so sorry, are you okay?" a deep voice asked frantically. I was suddenly met with large bright green eyes, crouched in front of me. 

"Umm yeah I- I'm so sorry," I started to get up but a sharp pain in my ankle caused my legs to buckle and I was on the ground again. 

"Crap, okay just stay here." He rushed out as he turned and ran in the opposite direction. 

What just happened?  Who was this guy? 

A few short minutes later, his green eyes once again greeted me with a small ice pack in hand. My throbbing ankle was then immediately met with the cold ice. I took the chance to look carefully at his face. He had light brown curly hair, high cheekbones and gorgeous tanned skin.  

Wow

"A bit clumsy aren't we?" the mystery guy asked smirking and the person I tried to avoid the most popped into my head. 

I rolled my eyes.  

Yeah like I already didn't know

"Yeah well thanks for the help and all but I really must be going," as I hopelessly tried to get back up again. 

"Whoa okay, let me help you," he quickly snaked his arm around my waist and helped me back onto my feet. 

"Thanks again, um I'm sorry what's your name?" I quietly mumbled looking down.

"Stop apologising. I'm Harry" he said with a dimpled grin. 

"I'm Selena" I said grinning back.

"Well Selena, would you like me to drop you home? I can't imagine you being able to walk however many metres home with that ankle of yours." He said looking down at my slightly swollen ankle. 

I looked at him skeptically, contemplating whether to trust him or not. 

Of course not Selena! Don't be stupid you just met the guy! 

Shaking my head slightly I quietly declined his offer and I couldn't help but see the disappointment in his eyes. 

"Okay but let me help you and I'll walk you half way there?" He asked. 

I nodded my head eagerly as we started to walk slowly back, with me still slightly hobbling.

As the trek back to my house progressed, I learned quite a number of things about Harry. He was the same age as me, attended school at a neighbouring school to mine and he loved to sing. We asked each other many different questions and before I knew it we were already outside my house. 

"It was nice to meet you Selena, I hope your ankle gets better soon." He said as he started to turn away silently. 

"Wait Harry!" I rushed brushing my hand on his shoulder so he turned around. "Would you like to come inside?" 

He looked conflicted but declined my offer explaining that he had to get back to the studio. 

"But could I have your number?" he asked hopefully. 

"Of course," I replied as he handed his phone to me and I quickly typed in the number. 

"Thanks again for helping me Harry, I really appreciate it." I said beaming.

"No problem, anything for a beautiful girl like you." He said grinning back at me. 

I blushed and looked down at my feet.

"Well I'll call you later?" He said smirking as he started to walk backwards

"You better!" I said chuckling slightly. 

I watched as he turned away and made his way back the way we came. I couldn't help but think 

Maybe today wasn't as bad as I thought.