Bruises (On Hold)

Chapter Seven

I made my way through the school doors, Rixon right by my side. I could hear the whispers and rumors being spread like fire burning a house.

She definitely slept with him, what a slut.

God she's not even that pretty, he's too hot for her.

Damn, didn't know the new guy would lower his standards that low.

I looked over at Rixon, he sent a glare to each and every person who he saw murmuring about us. He glanced in my direction, giving me a small smile of reassurance. I returned it, trying to seem unfazed by all the stares and rumors.

I should be used to it by now, it's always been in my life, but never this bad. I guess that's what happens when the loser of the school enters with the new 'hot guy.'

We reached my blue locker, next to many others, and I soon felt the same icy glare on my back. I knew it was Landon, and I closed my eyes for a second, taking a little breath. I tried my best to ignore the anxiety that had blossomed in my stomach.

Grabbing my books from my locker, I turned to face my new best friend, "Let's head to first period, yeah?"

He nodded in confirmation, following along beside me. We didn't talk much while we walked, but I was okay with that. It was only the start of the day and I don't think he was used to the many rumors that were going from one person to another.

We finally made it into the classroom, right before the bell rang. I took my seat, as did he, plopping down in the chair right next to me.

The day went on slowly, but luckily the stares and whispers were dying down. Which was surprising because usually gossip stays up for a good two to three days in Mellow High.

But I soon realized that another gossip had quickly took over from ours. I managed to hear some whispers from two girls in my physics class. Apparently, a girl in my grade, Julia Nickman, had gotten sick and thrown up all over the football teams famous quarterback, Talon Minine. Poor girl, she'd probably be the talk of the school for the next couple of days. But I would be lying if I said I wasn't a tad bit grateful for that incident. It had made Rixon and I's rumors subside a bit.

A ringing cut my thoughts off, startling me a bit. I raised an eyebrow as I took out my phone, realizing it was the cause of the obnoxious ringing. The caller ID read 'Father' and I immediately felt anxious.

Hitting the green button to accept the call, I spoke into the phone, "Hello?"

"Lilaaaaa.. come home sweezie," He slurred his words, mispronouncing sweetie.

I sighed, rubbing my head. This could not be happening. My father never calls me while I'm at school, let alone while he's drunk. He basically forgets about me while he's out having 'fun.'

"Diana said she'd bake some cookiess," He giggled at his words.

I froze hearing that name. My mothers.. Anger bubbled at the surface of my stomach. How dare he use her name?

"Do not say her name," I basically growled out at him.

"Why Lila? Diana is so beautiful, god you look just like her too Lila, it's actually haunting." He informs me as a sudden sick feeling invaded my chest.

"Dad stop! Just stop it." I raised my voice a bit, causing stray students wondering the halls to glance at me.

I heard a chuckle on the other side of the phone before the line went dead. Feeling the tears rise up to my eyes, I laid my eyes onto the floor to avoid contact with anyone.

As I was walking, I bumped into something hard. I ended up falling onto the floor, my phone plopping itself right onto the ground.

"Ugh fuck!" I groaned out in frustration.

"Wow Lila, I didn't know a good girl like you could say such vile words," a deep voice spoke.

I groaned inwardly, already knowing who it is. Landon fucking Morke. What a surprise. I reached out for my phone, but he seemed to catch onto that since he grabbed it before me.

Knowing it was already unlocked from the call with my dad I wanted nothing more than to die.

"So Lila, I've been seeing you around with that stupid ass guy.. what's his name? Oh right, Rex or some shit like that, right?" He asked.

"Rixon," I corrected him in a subtle breath.

"Right! Rixon. Anywa-"

"Is there a problem going on here?" A teacher interrupted a now startled Landon, causing him to drop my phone. I sent Landon a quick glare before picking up my phone and hastily shoving it in my bag.

"No, not at all sir," Landon said, lying straight through his teeth with and slight smirk on his face.

The teacher raised an eyebrow at me, as if asking if he was telling the truth. I glanced at Landon and saw he was giving me a look.

"Uh no sir, everything's fine," I lied, keeping my gaze on the ground.

The teacher nodded at my comment, "alright, but the bell rung like three minutes ago, so the both of you, get to class."

We both nodded at him as he turned to walk away from us. Landon looked at the teacher who gave us a second glance behind his shoulder.

"We'll finish this talk later," He said before walking away without even giving me a second to respond.

I sighed, trudging up the stairs to my next class. The day dragged on, slow classes, and sneaking glances at the clock as I'd tap my fingers on the desk got me through most of the day.

I wanted to get out of there as quickly as possible. The sooner I was out of school, the better it would be. So when the bell for the end of the day rung, you could tell I was excited. Rushing out the door, I started my walk home.

I sighed in relaxation, feeling the crisp cool fall air touch my skin gently. I had been hot the whole day due to nerves, so it felt nice to cool down. I took a deep breath and caught a scent of some chicken someone was grilling through midst of the wind.

Walking on the sidewalk allowed me to relax as I felt the light breeze whip through my hair. My heart felt light along with my footsteps. I took the long route home, wanting to enjoy my walk. Leaves crunched beneath my feet causing a jittery feeling passed through my spine as a small smile spread on my face.

As I neared the house, I could feel my nerves increase, seeing my dad's car in the driveway. Shaking them off, I reached the door and opened it after unlocking it. I took a deep breath and walked inside, closing the door behind me quietly.

My eyes were blessed with the sight of my father on the couch, passed out, with a beer bottles near his hand that drooped low off the couch. I quickly ran up the steps and into my room. I closed the door and locked it, and finally let out a breath I didn't even realize I was holding.

Taking my phone out of my jeans pocket, I see a text from Rixon asking if I wanted to come over. Of course, I replied with a big fat yes.

Sometimes I feel like things are getting better even though they're aren't. But it's how I feel right now, because even through all of this, now I have a friend. Before, I had no one, but now I have Rixon. He doesn't care that I'm not popular or that I'm the target for every single person in the damn school, he still stays friends with me. Though it baffles me, it makes me feel.. happy. For once, after a good five years, I'm finally content.

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Lol it's been awhile. This is really just a filler chapter because that's how I started it out to be when I wrote the beginning of it months ago. I know it's not the best but it's hopefully going to lead up to what I have planned lol.