Disney University (A Maui x Moana x Tamatoa Fanfic)

It's Been A Rough Day

It's Been A Rough Day 

Chapter 57

Maui's POV

The next morning...

  I have four classes today nearly back to back, barely giving me a minute to breath in between. It's going to be like this for me on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays this semester. I'm going to die. My funeral will be at the end of the week. I should get my arrangements in order. I know I sound self loathing, but I'm not kidding. I'd be beyond amazed if I survived this week. The only bright yet down side is that football ended for the season right before Christmas so now I can focus more on my studies. I miss football already. It was a great outlet for me to unload my stress rather than unloading onto Mo every time I was upset. Sadly, I don't have that outlet again until the end of August. It sucks. Jack only has two classes today. I'm absolutely jealous of him. He keeps playfully rubbing it in my face, in which I've responded with twelve eye rolls. Give me the strength to at least get through today. 

Later that day...

 I'm only halfway done with classes today and I'm a mess. I can't believe how much homework I have already and it's all due on Wednesday. The fact that I have two more classes makes me want to curl up in a ball like a little kid and cry until the end of time. If I get loaded up with anymore heavy amounts of homework and/or studying, I'm going to flip out. I have a twenty minute break so I'm grabbing a bagel and coffee to eat and drink before having to face another class. At least the bagel and coffee will give me the energy to get through the other two classes. After I'm done with classes for the day, I'm going to grab supper at the dining hall before diving into the homework and studying that will have to be done. I won't be getting any sleep tonight, that's for sure.

After my fourth and last class of the day...

I'm done, I'm done, I'm done. I feel like pulling the hair out of my head. The first day back after a long holiday vacation and I have so much work to do that I don't know how I'm going to have the time to get it all done, despite it not being football season anymore. I have a part time work study job as well. I don't mention it a lot, but it helps give me extra money. I work Tuesdays and Thursdays. That's why I'm going to have to plow through so much  course work tonight so I'll have less to worry about at my actual work tomorrow. Now tomorrow (Tuesday) and Thursdays I only have one class. I don't understand why my schedule is like this. It's so bizarre. I'm pretty convinced some moron created it rather than a high tech computer. My one class on Tuesdays and Thursdays isn't until eleven in the morning so I get to sleep in until nine, but that's not going to be the case tonight sadly. That class is two hours long, ending at one in the afternoon. I have an hour in between to eat lunch and then go to my job, which is from two to eight. UGH. 

 I'm on my way to the dining hall to eat a quick supper by myself because I really don't feel like being bothered right now. I mean if Mo were to show up, I wouldn't mind, but anyone else, I'd kindly ask them to go away. I decided to go for something a little more easy on my stomach, that being chicken noodle soup, bread, and a side of pasta with sauce. For a drink, I make myself a hot tea. I put all of this on a tray and sit at a corner table all the way in the back, away from pretty much everyone. Though unfortunately, Jack pops up out of nowhere and sits down next to me. I love Jack, but I really just want some time alone. I'll ask him as nicely as possible. "Hey Maui." I put on a fake smile. "Hey Jack. Listen bro, I always love seeing you, but I've had a long day and I just want some alone time." Jack frowns slightly but covers it up quickly. "Oh, that's fine Maui. I'll see you back in the dorm later." I nod while silently watching him pick his tray back up and going over to a table on the other side of the dining hall. 

   I frustratingly run a hand through my hair and sigh. I feel like an asshole even though I haven't done anything wrong. I hardly get any alone time and I just wanted a little while to myself before having to face the night from hell. If things get too rough, I'll call Mo. She's the only person who can calm me down instantly. I love my baby girl. 

After supper...

  I head back to my dorm. When I open the door, Jack and Ariel are making out on the bed. I love the both of them, but I'm really not in the mood to watch them makeout while I try to get some work done. Jack and Ariel can sense my annoyance because they quickly leave the room. I hear Jack say something about going to the library. I breathe a sigh of relief knowing that not only do I have some alone time to get started on my work, but Mo has the same luxury. I'd hate if they went from my room to make to hers. Mo gets sick of watching people making out after awhile like I do. Speaking of Mo, we texted a bit in between classes. Both of us have been so busy today that we unfortunately couldn't see each other. Alright Maui focus! You need to get some work done. 

  I manage to survive two hours of doing homework before having my first mental breakdown of the day. I curl myself up unmanly into a ball and sob. I grab my phone and text Mo, not having the strength to talk. She texts back not even a minute later saying that she's done with her homework for the night and is on her way. Boy do I love her. She's always there for me and vice versa. 

Five minutes later...

   There's loud knocking on my door, snapping me out of my mental breakdown temporarily. I jump up and open the door, coming face to face with Mo, though I can't meet her eyes right now. I'm ashamed of myself right now. I'm supposed to be strong for the both of us and I'm failing miserably. "Maui, please look at me. I hate seeing you so sad. It makes me sad." I quickly glance at Mo and see that she's tearing up. Panic arises in me and I finally get myself to meet her eyes. "Mo, please don't cry." My voice cracks on those few words and I burst into tears again. "Mo, I'm just so stressed. I'm only two hours into all of my course work and I'm no where near done. I have four classes a day three days a week and one class and a six hour shift at my work study job right after that class. Even though it's not football season, I'm still overloaded. I thought I was going to catch a break this semester but clearly that's not the case." 

  Mo rubs my back in circles. "I know how you feel Maui. My schedule is the same way more or less. It's been an adjustment getting used to college life. To tell you the truth, I've almost quit a few times. I thought about marching right down to student life and tuition management to tell them that I'm done." I sniffle and wipe some tears away with the back of my hand. "You really almost did that?" She nods and holds my hands in hers. "I did, but Maui, please don't do it." I look at her sadly. "Would you think less of me if I did?" Mo gasps. "Of course not Maui, but I would a little disappointed. You and I worked our asses off to get here. We went through so much to earn spots at this university. We deserve to be here. I want us to continue to prove everyone who doubted us to be in awe that we survived hell and back and we're still standing." 

   I sniffle once more and pull her in for a hug. "Mo, I'm so lucky to have you. You're my rock. I don't know what I'd do without you." Mo hugs me back even tighter. "I love you Maui. You don't have to worry about what life would be like without me because I'm not going anywhere, we're not going anywhere. We're going to get through this. I'm even going to help you get some of this work done." I shake my head no. "Mo, I can't ask you to do that. You're exhausted and are overworked enough. I'm not adding anything else onto your plate." She puts a hand up to stop me. "Well that's too bad because regardless of what you say, I'm still going to help you get some of this work done so you can get a little sleep tonight." I pull her towards me and crash my lips onto hers, conveying the deep love I have for in the kiss.

    When we pull apart, she dives right into some of my coursework. I feel so guilty for her doing some of my coursework, but there's one thing I've learned about Mo over the years, it's that once she makes a decision, she sees it through, exactly like what she's doing right now. I'm going to make this up to her this weekend. I'm going to spoil her rotten on a nice date. My baby girl deserves it. I truly am blessed. I got the diamond in the rough. 

Hoped that you guys liked this chapter! I think it's my longest one to date haha. :) -Mary