Here Comes Mr Popular

Monday

Julianna POV 

"What a douche-bag, you know looks aren't everything. They could look like the next Brad Pitt but if they're like that then they're uglier than Shrek" Kiera says trying to make sense of Scott's behaviour. 

"The only thing I'm not looking forwards to today is having to work with him". 

"Girl you should be buzzing. You not only stood up to them but roasted them. Telling them that they are pathetic losers was the best part. Can you tell us again?" Hannah begged and pleaded. 

"I... Maybe later. Let's go to class. Time to face the music right?". 

We all head into the hall for our next Film Lesson. 

I just need to concentrate on the work. What they did was shit but I need to put it aside. I'm gonna be working with them for the next 5 months I've gotta get through it somehow...

"Hello class, get into your groups and carry on working" Mr Drew said guiding students to take their seats. 

I see Scott and Eric talking and Kai is over there as well. Great!

I slowly walk over their dreading each step I took that brought me closer to them. 

I finally reach the table and they all look at me. 

I look at them, straight faced. 

They ain't getting no smile from me. 

I sit down, get my laptop out and find the work we had from the weekend. 

"I'll see you later dudes, stay cool" Kai says walking away. 

That's half of the problem gone.

"So guys, I feel like we're in a really good position right now. We've already written our Treatment so I think now we can move on to the script" Scott says looking at both of us.

"I agree, our treatment is perfect lets hit the script" Eric says smiling and jumping a little in his seat. 

They both look to me for input. 

"We have to present the treatment to Mr Drew" I say quietly and not looking up. 

They both nod, remembering that part. 

"Mr Drew... Mr Drew" Eric calls waving at Mr Drew to come over. 

He slowly approaches and as he reaches the table before the boys can say anything I stand up. 

"Mr Drew, I would like to request a change"

"A change in what Juliana?"

"Groups. I no longer wish to work in a group with Scott or Eric. My reasons are my own and I should not have to explain myself but please can you move me?" I say sternly. 

Scott looks shocked and Eric... Well honestly I don't think he really understands whats going on. 

"I'm afraid I can move you. All the other groups are full. The only other group is with James, Kiera and Kai". 

Oh God that's even worse.

"Sir, I think Lana is just feeling a little upset. My friends and I aren't always the most welcoming and I have apologised for that but I know we can work on it and I really feel that we can make this group work. We met up on Saturday and finished our treatment, here it is" Scott says. 

Mr Drew scans the treatment long and hard. 

"This is great, wow guys I'm really impressed. Juliana I would like you to stay in this group, it's very clear that you three make a great team". 

Scott puts his hand on my shoulder. 

"We sure do" Scott says politely. 

Mr Drew walks away and I turn to Scott looking him right in the eyes. 

Our faces are barely an inch away from touching... This is awkward. 

"I...I...I'll agree to working with you on one condition" I say pulling away, removing his hand from my shoulder. 

He smirks as I slowly move away. 

"Shoot"

"I don't want to be friends, I don't want to meet up out of school. And I certainly don't want to be bossed around" I say confidently. 

Scott looks surprised that I'm so demanding, but I think he likes it. 

"Fair enough" He says nodding. 

"Okay class is over, I'll see you tomorrow" Mr Drew yells. 

We all get up to leave and runs straight out the door yelling "food". 

Scott and I both laugh and look at each other. 

I can tell that there is kindness within... I've seen it. 

"Bye" He says smiling sweetly, however before he can walk away from the table I grab his arm and pull him towards me. He seems shocked but also almost excited. 

"OH I forgot to mention earlier. Speak to me like you did last night again, and you can kiss University good bye as we both know... You need me more than I need you" I'm the one smirking now. 

He looks sad, guilty. 

I release my grip on his arm and walk off. 

I am taking the power back and standing my ground. 

I know he needs me in the group to pass this year, he's been struggling and I'm the key to him getting good grades and getting in the teachers good books. 

I've got him where I need him.