Finally Special

Monday morning

Louis' POV

Jumping out of the car, I turn around to grab my bags, only to discover they have already been thrown at me. One hits my chest and sends me flailing to the ground. Sitting up I see the car speeding away.

"Love you too Mum," I mutter, clambering to my feet.

"Oh my god! Louis! Are you ok?" I hear behind me. Turning around I see Aisha standing with her hands on her hips. She is dressed in a green summer dress, reaching just above her knees and cream ballet flats. A cream beanie is resting on her long hair and is successfully hiding her ears. She storms towards me and I notice her tail is hidden as well. Hmm..

"Who was that?" she queries.

"My mum." I reply, smiling slightly. "Lets just say she wasn't impressed with my choice to board. She'll get over it though, she just has a really bad temper. But where are your family? And why are you here so early?"

"Well my siblings all had to go to school this morning and my dad to work. I sent Mumma home cause she was getting emotional. We've already said our goodbyes. And I'm here because I like being early." she says biting her lip at the last part. I know she is lying but I don't know why.

"Aisha.." I say in a tone that broaches no argument. "Why are you really here so early? And why are your ears and tail hidden? And are you wearing make up to try and hide your stripes?"

"Umm.." she says looking down.

"You can tell me." I say quietly, lifting her chin to look at me.

"Weelll... I came early so I could take steps to hide my hybridness before anyone got here. I don't want people viewing me any different."

"Oh hun." I say sympathetically. "Everyone knows any way. It was on our school chat page. You should be proud anyway. It's amazing. Show them you are the amazing tiger. And go take off that makeup, you look like a cake face."

"Thanks Lou." she says brightly, giving me a quick peck on the cheek, before running to the bathroom. Hauling my bags over to Aisha's, I sit down to wait.

Aisha's POV

Running to the bathroom, I realise Louis is right. Quickly I unwrap the bandage that's around my waist, holding my tail in place. Carefully I thread it through the tail hole and turn on the tap. Cupping the cold water in my hand, I splash my face, squealing as I do so. Finally I reach up and tug the beanie off my head, making sure my hair is flattish (as much as possible). Then I walk out the bathroom.

Outside I am blinded by the sun. Holding a hand up I squint into the air. Suddenly I am lifted up and spun around. 

"Hi." someone breathes in my ear. Peering up I realise it's Harry. Quickly I wrap my arms around him, hugging him back. 

"Hello to you too" I say back. Carefully I am placed on my feet next to Louis. Turning I give him a quick hug also, realising I had forgotten to do so.

"What was that for?" I ask, turning to Harry and smiling brightly at him.

"Dunno." he says shrugging, before pulling Louis to himself. Bending down a little he gives Louis a quick kiss on the lips. Louis grabs his neck before Harry can move away, keeping him close and continuing the kiss.

Unable to resist any more, I let out a loud "Ngaww." Instantly both boys turn to glare at me and I realise my mistake. Quickly I spin and run for it, but I have barely got five metres before I feel arms around me, keeping me close.

"Lemme go!" I screech.

"Nu uh." says Louis, chest vibrating as he laughs. "Quick question; are you wearing shorts under your dress?"