Triple Life (#Wattys2015)

Ch 9

Mrs. Rogers was our World History teacher. We had it in Room 116.  It was tiring to climb so many flights of stairs. I am just kidding, it was just 3 flights of stairs in the West Wing but as I haven't climbed any stairs for a long time it was tiring.

World History had never been my favourite subject. I just can't understand why I chose it. I swear I might have been hypnotised into choosing it by my parents. My mum, Meena, loves History. It was weird! Gosh, people who love History must be geniuses or must be people who really had a good memory. Sadly, I am not a genius neither do I have a good memory. I have a really bad case of amnesia.

So, here I was now...passing notes under the table with Anna. Mrs. Rogers had told us to copy a map of France from the text book and name all the main cities. Since she had gone to the Teachers' Lounge, all the students were chatting with each other, texting. playing with their phones etc.

Anna and I being the good students we are decide to pass notes under the table. We are so good...just like angels. Note the sarcasm.

Anna: So, any plans for today?

Belle: No. What about you?

Anna: Same answer as you.

Belle: So, shall we have a little girly get-together?

Anna: SURE!!!!

Belle: We'll have to ask others though.

Anna: Yeah, and we can see what we could do.

Belle: Do you have any ideas?

Anna: Shopping in the mall?

Belle: Sounds good. Maybe, we could hang out in the library too?

Anna: Ok, Bookworm. =P

Belle: Says the Girly Goddess.

Anna: Look out, I can punch ya.

Belle: Karate Warning.

Anna: You did Karate? How come Rhea got you?

Belle: Lack of practice.

Anna: Sign up for afterschool Karate.

Belle: Will do so. Thanks for the advice.

Anna: Are you okay?

Belle: What do you mean?

Anna: About Adrian and Allison?

Belle: Guess I have to be =(

Anna: Don't worry, hun. We'll be there for you.

Belle: I am sooo glad to have great friends and sisters like you guys.

The bell rang indicating the end of World History. We gathered our stuff up and walked out of the room. Mrs. Rogers was still in the Teachers' Lounge. Maybe she was flirting with a male teacher or freshening up herself for a date.

"So, what do you have for the 2nd class?" asked Anna.

I consulted my schedule and made a face. " Double Drama."

Anna noticed the sudden change of tone. She looked up at me with questioning eyes and then her gaze turned into a sympathetic one.

"If Rhea troubles you again, just remember to give me a call. Have my number on a speed dial." Anna told me.

I unlocked my iPhone and added Anna's, Frannie's and Hayley's numbers to speed dials.

"Thanks buddy." I told her.

"That's what friends are for." Anna told as she opened her locker.

"Hey, what do you have now?" I asked her.

"Maths- Room 243." Anna replied frowningly.

I remembered that it was the same room Adrian helped me with my Maths problems. A sudden pang of hurt crossed my chest as I remembered it.

"Well, gotta go now. Bye. Be safe!" said Anna.

"Okay. Thanks. You too." I said as Anna walked towards the flight of stairs.

I walked to the ground floor and took a turn towards the East Wing. The East Wing housed the Drama Rooms, Dancing Studios, Makeup Rooms, Auditorium, Sports changing rooms and the Music Room.

The corridor wasn't busy like the other corridors were. It was mostly because most of the students were already in their classes. I stopped in front of the Drama Room, hesitant to open it. The flashback of the last time I entered it ran through my mind.

Get a grip on yourself, Belle. Rhea won't do a thing like that anymore. Allison and Adrian are together. So, why should Allison or Rhea hurt you? C'mon Belle, open the door! Stop being such a baby!

I took in a huge breath and my hand was shaking as I opened the door. I slipped inside trying hard to ignore the burning glances Rhea and her cronies were giving me. I saw Adrian motioning me to sit next to him and Maria. As much as I would like that, I knew I couldn't do it, not if I want to stay alive.

I pretended to ignore his gestures and sat in the far corner of the room. I noticed Adrian giving me a look of hurt and confusion written on his face. I felt my heart drop a little. I hate making people hurt but I knew there was no other option for me to do.

Sorry Adrian.

Mrs. Winston came to the classroom.

"Good morning students." she said.

"Good morning." we chorused back.

Mrs. Winston searched the crown until her eyes landed on me. She smiled at me sympathetically. I blushed from embarrassment. I must have looked really bad that day.

"Okay. Let's get back to work, shall we?" told Mrs. Winston cheerfully as she clapped her hands.

We nodded our heads, it's not as if we have a say in that.

"Alright. Hamlet and Ophelia- act out your parts. Belle- as the director, I want you to acquaint yourself with our costume director- Michelle White and decide on the costumes." said Mrs. Winston as she gestured at Michelle.

Michelle White had green eyes and brown hair which reached her shoulders. She had a friendly smile.

As I made my way towards Michelle, I saw Adrian looking at me concernedly when I winced as my arm knocked on a chair.

"Hi Belle, I am Michelle White. Nice to meet you." said Michelle as she extended her hand for me to shake.

"Hi Michelle. I am Annabelle Wingley. nice to meet you too." I smiled as I shook her hand.

"Shall we go to the back of the room?  It'll be noisy in here." suggested Michelle.

"Alright. Let's discuss in peace." I said winking at her.

Michelle giggled and both of us dragged our chairs to back of the room.

Hi guys,

Chapter 9 at last! Phew!!!! Well, can I have your valuable feedback on how you think the story is progressing? Just tell me what you think!!! As always, vote, comment and share!

The picture on the side is of Adrian and Allison...

Team Allian or Team Adrielle?

Dedicated to EasyIsn'tDifficult because of her lovely replies.