Mrs. Jauregui (Camren)

Chapter 18: Enigma

Mrs. Jauregui didn't come by and get me the next day, which I'm sort of glad because I told her that we shouldn't have anymore contact outside of school. I thought I made the righ decision.

But the pain in my heart begs to differ.

I decided to walk to school and stick to it. I didn't need anyone driving me to or from school because I could easily walk without any problems. It was only two miles away so what's the point in wasting gas for someone.

Sofia wasn't gone this morning, and it shocked me. She was sleeping on the couch and I made sure not to make any noises to wake her up. I didn't want to have to deal with her before school anyways. It's bad enough I have to deal with her after.

The sun was shining and it felt pretty good outside. It was close to spring, so it was getting warmer and I was glad. I hate the cold and it never seems like it wants to get any warmer around here.

I was only a few more months closer to graduating and I was so ready for it. I still had to figure out what I was planning on doing because I wasn't going to stay around here any longer, that's for sure. Plus, Sofia made me promise to get the hell out as soon as I graduated, so I needed to figure something out and fast.

As I walked into school, I seen everyone in the hallways, smiling and laughing with other people. I ignored them like I do everyday, and made my way to my locker to throw my backpack in. As I turned around, I seen Dinah and I instantly smiled. She made her way to me and smiled.

"Good morning, how are you doing?" she smiled at me as I smiled back then nodded.

"I'm good," I watched as she nodded then she looked me over.

"How was your afternoon spent with Mrs. Jauregui? Or should I say, Miss Jauregui now," she smiled and wiggled her eyebrows.

Miss Jauregui? She's officially divorced now?

"She's already divorced?" I stared at her as she nodded.

"Yeah, everyone has been talking about it around school this morning. I guess they all found out by the principal," she held onto her backpack straps as she looked around then back at me. She smiled, "Now it's definitely time to jump that boat before it sets sail," I rolled my eyes as she smiled at me. "I'm serious Chancho, she's young and so damn good looking, any of these male teachers are going to be on that sooner than you think," she made a face and I chuckled a little.

I couldn't tell her about what she said yesterday. I don't think she even wanted anyone to know. Of course she didn't, it'll be ridiculous.

I ignored the thought and just talked to her for a few more minutes until the bell rung. We said our goodbyes and went our seperate ways.

I wish this day would hurry up and end, but then again, I don't.

*

I finally got my grades up and I'm proud. It took some time and whole lot of patience because I had a lot to catch up on, but I finally did it. I guess since Sofia hasn't really been abusing me lately, I could actually do some stuff. I mostly stayed in the library and studied at lunch, and Dianh understood completely.

Lunch came around and Dinah bought me lunch again. I didn't have to ask and she didn't ask neither. She just bought it and surprised me. I swear she's the best.

I couldn't ask for a better friend, because she's been the only friend that I grew close to. She's the one who hasn't left yet because of my life, even though she only knows half, but she's stuck around and I'm more than thankful.

After lunch, it was back to class and I was dreading the rest of the afternoon. I didn't want to go home, but I also didn't want to stay neither. I didn't want to see Mrs. Jauregui, or should I say, Miss Jauregui because of what happened yesterday.