Rubik's Cube (Joshler)

CHAPTER 9: Pancakes

Josh's POV ~

My eyes shot open when my alarm went off. I heard Tyler move a bit on the bed. I sat up; he was still asleep. I shut the alarm off and walked upstairs, figuring I'd let him sleep and help mom make breakfast.

"Good morning mom" I greeted my mom with a hug. "Morning..... Where's Tyler?" my mom said as she hugged me back. "Still sleeping I figured since he didn't sleep well last night I'd let him sleep and help you make breakfast" I smiled

"Awwww" she cooed "okay so if your gonna help me with breakfast mind grabbing the pancake mix and chocolate chips?" she asked while taking out a pan and setting it on the stove "no problem mom" I ran to the cupboard to get the required items then ran back to my mom, handing her the items. We then started making chocolate chip pancakes.

I was making the last pancake when Tyler slowly walked into the kitchen rubbing his eyes with his fists. "M-morning Ty!" I cheerfully greeted him. "Morning" he murmured sleepily as he sat down at the table.

I finished up the last pancake putting it on a plate with the others and carefully carrying it to the table where Tyler sat with his hands in his lap, a tired expression playing on his face.

I sat down next to Tyler as my mom brought over plates, drinks, knives, forks, and syrup. Tyler took a few pancakes followed by me then my mom doing the same.

We ate in a comfortable silence. Once done my mom told Tyler he should get going so his parents aren't worrying any longer and that I should get to school. I pouted, not wanting to go to school but quickly got up to go get ready when my mom glared at me. Tyler followed me down to my room so he could get his stuff.

Tyler grabbed his phone, charger and wallet while I grabbed some clothes. I picked out a pair of black skinny jeans, a white T-shirt, and a black zip up hoodie.

Tyler left to go put his shoes on while I quickly got dressed. As I was going upstairs to brush my teeth Tyler was about to walk out the door. "B-bye Ty.... Will you b-be at school later?"
He shrugged in response before giving a little wave and closing the door.

I watched as his car left the driveway and disappeared down the street before I brushed my teeth. Mom told me she'd drive me since she was leaving to go to work now anyway so I jumped in the car.

The whole drive to school I was trying to figure out what class I would have. I was hoping it wasn't English cause I now dreaded that class more then the others. When I got to the school the bell had already rung; great I'm late. I went to my locker to check my schedule. Dammit I have English.

I stood outside the English class for a minute or two trying to get the confidence to knock on the door. The possibility of getting lectured from the teacher about my abrupt leaving the other day made me feel nauseous.

I finally knocked and a few seconds later the teacher opened the door and gave me a stern look. I shifted from foot to foot as I waited for the teacher to either lecture me or let me in. Wishing for the latter to be the teachers choice.

I guess todays not my lucking day cause the teacher slowly closed the door after telling the class to behave. "Joshua is it?" I nodded slowly "what was with you storming out of the middle of my lesson the other day?"

I just stared at her and shrugged. She sighed. "I can see your not going to give me a proper answer... Just go take a seat" she opened the door to let me walk in.

I quickly made my way to my desk feeling everyone's eyes burning into my body as I walked.

I plopped into my desk, pulled my binder out and started copying the notes from the board. The only thing my mind could focus on was Tyler tho. How was he doing with his parents? Is everything okay with them now? Is Tyler coming to school later?

I started bouncing my leg at a steady yet fast pace as I worried about Tyler.

Soon enough the class was over and I was off to band; this was going to be my first time in band since I skipped it the first day.

I took a seat towards the back of the music room by the drums and listened for my name to be called off for attendance raising my hand once it was. I was still letting my mind wander about Tyler when I heard his name called off, Tyler's in my band class? Cool.

The teacher sighed before marking Tyler absent and proceeding through the rest of the list. He then handed out sheet music for everyone and I sat at the drums with plain wooden sticks in my hands.

I was desperately trying to figure out how to play this, I don't know how to read sheet music... Not saying I don't know how to play the drums, I just usually listen to a song and play by ear.

The music teacher then signalled for us to start playing and I completely froze gripping the sticks so tight I'm surprised they didn't break in half.

After a few seconds of the rest of the band playing the teacher motioned for everyone to stop and then looked at me with a questioning look.

"Why aren't you playing Josh?" his eyebrows furrowed in confusion "I-i ugh I um" I couldn't form a sentence. My muscles tensed as I watched everyone turn back to look at me.

I shut my mouth and sunk my shoulders a bit.

"Josh can you please meet me in the hallway?" the teacher asked and stood up making his way to the door. I slowly stood up and followed.

"Whats wrong why aren't you playing along?" he asked again once we were both in the hallway. "I-i um c-can't read s-sheet m-music" I stammered out. Which resulted in the teacher giving me a confused look.

He then walked back into the music room leaving me in the hall without another word. Soon after he came back out with one of the other drummers "this is Max" the teacher introduced the student. (idk who max is I just randomly picked a name but I'm gonna go with it) the Max kid then stuck his hand out for me to shake which I hesitantly did. "Max will teach you how to read sheet music" then Max nodded and smiled.

A/N ~ would this count as leaving it in a weird spot? Idk but heyyyyy I finally updated. I'll try to update again soon it all depends on how busy I am the next few days. I bet everyone's wondering what the heck is going on with Tyler, don't worry my lovelies that comes in the next chapter which is hopefully soon. Anyway love you! Bye❤
~Squish