The Werewolf in the Basement

The Werewolf in the Basement ~24

Annabelle's P.O.V     

I woke up to a wave of dread washing over me. I look over at Rain to see him sleeping peacefully. I can't help but smile at how cute he looks or should I say good looking.

I look over at the clock to find out that it is only six in the morning. I have another hour before I have to get up. 

The feeling of dread washes over me again and I feel sick to my stomach. I don't want things to go back to how they were at 'home'. Except this time it will be worse because there are so many people here.

What are they going to do to me? The prospect of being in all that pain again makes my heart quicken as fear comes over me.

 I take a deep breath trying to calm down and push it out of my head for the moment.

The fact that Zane's parents are coming in to sort out any 'misunderstanding' about what happened is enough to make me quiver in fear.

My stomach growls reminding me I haven't eaten since yesturday at lunch. 

I decide to get up and make breakfast for myself. Just a bowl of cereal. I'm sure the guys won't mind.

I carefully pull the cover off of me and uncurl Rain's arm from my waist. Carefully sitting up I hop out of bed. The pain is a dull ache but managable. My cheek is the worst at the moment as it feels very sensetive and burns.

I get my cereal ready, the process slow, and put everything back before sitting down to eat.

I munch on my breakfast very slowly, feeling a little light-headed.

I didn't feel the time pass and I was on m last spoon as Rain came running into the room.

"Annabelle!" He exclaimed looking at me. "I woke up and you weren't there." 

He comes over and takes me up in his arms and kisses me passionately.

"Sorry, I woke up early and was hungry." I say as I pull away from the kiss. Already missing the closeness. 

"Don't be sorry."

"Rain, maybe you shouldn't be around me at school today." I say looking away.

"Why?" Rain asks, looking me over. "You need help getting around."

"I'll be fine. It's just that things are going to change and not for the better."

"I'm sticking by you no matter what. You need someone to protect you." Rain states pulling me in for                            in for a gentle hug.

"We have your back to." Says Lucas as he walks into the kitchen with Sam behind him.

 "Look, no one will hurt you. Ok? It was just that one jerk and we won't let him near you." Says Daniel convincingly.

"Now we have to get ready. Annabelle, remember to take your pills." Sam states as they all go to get ready for school. Rain stays with me and has breakfast while I take my pills.

I really don't like them. Sure they get rid of the pain but they leave me feeling weak and groggy.

Once Lucas is dressed, Rain and I Go and get ready.

We all leave the dorm and I feel my stomach tighten as the dread finds its way back to me.

The hood I am wearing hides the bruise and me being on Rain's back will lessen the pain on my ribs.

As we make it to our first class, everyone is staring at me. Rain places me in a chair and then takes a seat next to me. 

The teacher walks in and does a double take when he spots me.

"What are you doing in class? I heard you had some pretty bad injuries." The teacher says, looking confused.

I swallow and try to come up with a good answer. "The injuries aren't very bad, sir." I say quietly.

"I heard you had a few broken ribs as well as a broken cheek. Were your injuries exagerated?" The teacher, Mr. Green asked.

"That's true." I said again feeling confused. I mean my injuries aren't that bad.

A look of shock comes over Mr. Green's face. "Why are you in class? Broken ribs are very painful and having a head injury ussually mean you shouldn't be in class."

"I'm okay Mr. Green. The doctor gave me painkillers." I say, wondering if I answered correctly.

"Annabelle, would you please take off your hood so that I can judge if you are well enough to be in school." Mr. Green stated instead of questioned. I didn't know what to do.

It's strange, looking around the class all I see is shock and a little guilt. There is no malice or hate. No one seems to want to hurt me.

Rain must have noticed this as well, as he gave a slight nod of his head when looked his way. 

I slowly pulled back my hood and let it fall down my back. I heard the entire room gasp and a few mumbled exclamations of 'Oh my God'. 

"You didn't get that scar yesterday." Stated Mr. Green, in a low, shocked voice.

I was scared. I would be lying if I said otherwise. I guess I'll have to tell the truth. 

"It's from before." I said simply, hoping he won't ask anymore questions. Luckily he didn't but the rest of the class all started talking at once.

Mr. Green silenced the class. He then turned to me. "Annabelle, you should be in bed resting. Maybe someone will help you to your dorm."

I was finding it hard to concentrate as I felt very dizzy. My head felt like it was swimming and a feeling of nausea came over me. I was feeling dizzy already but it got worse.

I guess I'm not as used to head injuries as before.

I felt Rain beside me and understanding dawned on me. Rain is bringing me back to our dorm because the teache thinks I souldn't be in class.

I quickly hop on his back and he takes me back to our dorm. 

"Annabelle, I have to get back to class. Will you be okay?" Rain asks as he places me in bed.

"I'll be fine. Tat was really nice of Mr. Green"

"Yeah it was. I'll see you later sweetheart." Rain says kissing me.

I kiss him back. "See you later handsome." I say as he leaves.

I have this gooey feeling in my chest as he goes back to class.

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So sorry for the extremely late update!

I am still alive! Just had a lot going on with the leaving cert and starting college!