The Bad Boys Savior

Chapter 1

Four years old. Most kids are happy, right? At four years old, I was the witness of a murder. Not just any murder. It was my brothers.

He was my idol. Sort of my saving grace in this hell hole. Since that dreadful day my life has been everything but normal.

Jace and I were walking down the street after leaving the ice cream parlor. Suddenly three guys came out of nowhere. The boss ordered them to grab us. I would never forget but long story short I was held back and forced to watch my brother die.

Now the only person I have left is my abusive father. He blames me for everything including Jace's death. My mother left when I was about six because at first, he blamed her. She left at the first chance she got, leaving me behind.

I haven't been able to sleep since he died It wasn't really a surprise to me when I woke up an hour before my alarm was set to go off. It was only 5:23am, so I might as well get an early start on my day.

I sat up slowly, got out of bed and began walking to my connected bathroom. I took off my clothes and got in the warm water. I showered for as long as I could but couldn't stay in there forever. I got out, dried off and headed to my room, still in my towel, to find an outfit for today.

I found a simple outfit that hid the bruises. I picked leggings, an oversized hoodie and black converse. It was now 6:04am and that meant he was gone by now. If he heard that I was awake, the beatings would start early.

I had about 20 minutes to eat before the bus came. I knew we didn't have much of anything so I grabbed a bowl of cereal. 10 minutes later, I finished washing my bowl and was currently sitting on the couch.

I heard the bus pull up, grabbed my backpack and ran for the door. Getting on the bus, I noticed people new to school. I sat in the middle of the bus considering no one really sat there.

At school I was an introvert. Well I was an introvert in general but especially in school. I would sporadically get looks of pity from people who knew of my brother's death or people that knew him.

I was only a Junior but I was taking Senior classes, meaning I could possibly graduate this year. My first period was Math. I only had about 3 friends but we only really talked during lunch. I continued to my locker to grab my Pre-calculus textbook and binder.

Once in class I found my assigned seat. I got seated to a friendly redheaded girl. She was very talkative. Just kept going on and on about her summer and all the parties she went to. Her name was Gracelyn but she said I could call her Gracie or Grace.

In the middle of class a brunette guy walked in. I think his name was Dexter or something. Apparently, this guy was popular. I heard from Grace that this guy will screw anything with legs.

I found out 3 classes later that he is in about five of my eight classes. At least he hasn't noticed it or it would be hell for me. Every girl in school wants him but me. I think he's just a delinquent who isn't good for much. He shouldn't even look my way.

It was now time for lunch and I couldn't be happier. I found my usual table from last year then waited for Lyla and Andy to show up. They are my best friends since freshman year. We met in Geometry.

Lyla is this beautiful brunette. She's a senior and is very prominent (popular) but that's expected from a cheerleader. Andy on the other hand is an ex-emo as Lyla likes to say. She teases him constantly. It gets annoying sometimes because we know he's not like that anymore. It was a phase.

I saw Lyles going to get her lunch. Andy was not in sight. Maybe he had to stay after for a class? While I was waiting for my two losers to show up Cam showed up. Cam wasn't one of my best friends but she was definitely a close one.

"Hey what's up Addie?" She asked very excited.

"Nothing much Cams, how about you?" I was being polite. I cared but everyone already knew how she felt. She was open about her feelings.

"Nothing at all. My summer was ah-mazing. I went to the beach and swam. Oh, and I met this super hot guy. But I'm so glad to be back in school. Just to see my friends of course."

In the middle of her rant Lyla had showed up, sat down and began eating. One thing about Lyla is she may be a cheerleader but she has the appetite of a grown man.

"Hey Lyles and that's cool Cam. I'm glad you had fun"

Lyla finally stop stuffing her face when Andy showed up.

"Hey Addie, hey Lyles. Or is that a bear? I can't tell right now" he said while smiling. One thing about his smile is, it is absolutely perfect. Like I wish I could have his smile.

I chuckled at his joke while Lyla quit shoving the burger in her mouth to say "Haha very funny Annie. Oh, I mean Andy. Oops, sorry not sorry"

These two are always going back and forth. They should date already.

"So how was everyone's summer?" I tried to lessen the tension between us. It was only there because Cam was still there.

"Mine was great. I met this babe on the beach. What about you guys" Andy said smoothly.

"Sure, you did. We all know, no girl would hit on you. My summer was okay. I just went to Tennessee. We went to a lot of the popular spots up there. Like the Ripley's aquarium and took those western pictures. How about you Adeline?" She finished off

"It was good I guess. I just stayed home..." with the devil which I didn't mention because they don't know about all that. "I sat in my air conditioned room and watched Netflix" They bought it.

It was time to go back to class anyway. We all mumbled 'bye' to each other and headed to our fifth period class. When I walked into AP bio, I automatically looked to the projector screen to find my assigned seat.

I find mine, sit down and look to see who sits next to me. His name is Daniel. I don't know who that is so I wait until the person comes in. I hear the chair next to me move. I look over to see my table partner. It's the Dexter guy, just freaking great. This is going to be a long year.

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New Story! Some of you may have already seen it because I just don't know what the hell I'm doing lately but it's posted on here and going to stay. I've been sick with strep and surnburnt bad but I love you guys!! Vote, comment, and follow! Until next time lovelies ~XXX Girlie Girl