After that terrible walk I stepped inside the school and noticed that class was in session. No one was in the hall to judge me with their eyes. For that moment I pretended that I was not pregnant. For once I was a normal high school student. I was Danyelle again. I was no longer "that pregnant sophomore". So believe me, I savored that moment. But then my phone rang, breaking me out of my dreamy daze. Finally, he texted me.
Hakiem: Danyelle were are are you?
Danyelle: Where am I? Where were you? I haven't heard from you since last Saturday!
Hakiem: I'm in class. It's second hour just come on..
Danyelle: I know. I'll be there soon. But it's not like you care.
At that I ran into the classroom and right into the teacher . "Oh hello Danyelle. You need to start getting to school on time."
"Okay Mrs. Mayfield, I'll try. "
"Do more than try Ms. Anderson. "
I took my seat next to my friend, Angie.
"Where have you been Danni?"
"The car broke down on the way." I lied.
"Oh. okay." Angie said. I can tell she saw through my lie. She always does. That's why I love her. Luckily for me she just let it go instead of digging for the truth. I feel bad for keeping so many secrets from her. She doesn't even know who my baby's father is. Angie rolled her eyes and returned to her work and I did the same. But no matter how hard I tried I couldn't concentrate because I felt Hakiem staring at me from the class across the hall. It felt like his eyes were burning holes in my head until finally, the bell rang. I picked up my things and walked out of the class only to see him waiting outside of the door.
"Danyelle." He said.
"What? I have to get to class"
Hakiem grabbed my arm and said softly, "You're not going to class. Danni we have to talk."
"About what Kiem?" I retaliated, snatching my arm away,
"About this." he whispered placing his hand on my stomach. "Let's go." Hakiem grabbed my arm and lead me out of the school and into his car.
We got in and sat silently. I love this boy with all of my heart. No matter what we've been through. I am intrigued by him. His light skin and sandy brown curls, his green-grey eyes, his tattooed covered arms, his gravely voice, and smooth touch attracted me. On the outside we were perfect for each other. I have smooth brown skin and big dark eyes that are shaded by my long loose curls. I used to be beautiful until I- I mean we... ruined my life.
"Danyelle what are you gonna do?" Hakiem said, finally breaking the silence. When I heard that I completely exploded.
"What am I gonna do? This is your baby too Kiem! I'm tired of being the only one who cares! So it's what are we gonna do! Not I. We!"
"Okay Danni." Kiem said, defeated. "What are we gonna do?"
"Right. Ass. I have an ultrasound appointment tomorrow. My very first one. Are you coming with?"
Another awkward silence...
"Danni, babe, I wanna go so bad but..."
"Save it Hakiem! If you don't wanna come just say so." I said, as I got out the car and then I stormed off .
Hakiem's P.O.V
I love Danni and I don't mean to hurt her but damn I'm only seventeen. I don't need to deal with this shit right now. Hell how do I know it's my baby anyway?
"Buzzzz" my phone vibrated in my lap. It was a text from my breath of fresh air, Angie.
Angie: Hey Hakiem
Hakiem: Wassup Ma
Angie: So are we still on for a movie?
Hakiem: Yeah see you tomorrow :)
Angie: Okay bye :*
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