The Mute

Chapter Two: Out Cold

Dezi's POV
     I'm with Tina outside after school when Jeremy runs up. "Hey, Dez, what's up?"
     *Hangin' with Tina. You two meet?*
     "Don't think so." He introduces himself and she does the same.
     Tina looks at me. "Maybe Jeremy can come over and protect us?"
     *No shot. Gay. But sure.*
     She blushes and we separate as I give them my address.
     I go home and get dressed in a white t-shirt and blue jeans. I make popcorn and make enchiladas, tacos, and salad. I hear a knock at the door. I run and open it. I hug Tina.
    "Hey! What smells so good?" She turns to see Jeremy and he asks the same.
     I lead them to the kitchen and they gasp. *Cooking is my specialty. Didn't know what you guys wanted.*
     "Dezi, pizza would've been fine...but I won't complain." Jeremy smiles. "So...free for all?"
     *Have whatever.* I grab an enchilada, salad, and some popcorn.
     We sit down with food in front of the tv. Tina insisted on hogging the couch so me and Jeremy sit side by side on the floor. We start the movie Split and start eating.
     Tina pauses it. "Can I just say, you are an amazing cook?"
     I blush.
     "Can I have dinner over here?" Tina looks at me and I nod.
     *You too Jeremy.*
     He smiles and nods. He starts the movie.
     Tina tries to steal one of Jeremy's tacos, but he shoves popcorn in her face. "Thank you." She whispers and sits back.

     I wake up to feel someone laying on me.
     Jeremy's body is half way on mine and I'm on my side on the floor.
     'Everyone's asleep...' I stand up and start cleaning. I hear footsteps and realize my mom's not home. I grab my phone and turn my volume all the way up. I plug it into my speakers and go to my alarm app.
     A shadow moves in the corner of my eyesight and someone lunges at me.
     I dodge and keep calm as I play a loud alarm and it blares.
     Tina and Jeremy wake up and see what's happening.
     I'm struck with a knife and a dart. I run half way up the stairs and start to black out. I feel myself fall as I pass out.

Author's Note
I know you all probably hate me. But don't worry! Find out what happens next and I hope I don't disappoint anyone! .... Honestly, I don't care.