Hold Me Leave Me

Chapter 1

**** Four years ago, my first day at college ****

Today is my first day at college and i'm really excited and nervous. It hasn't been easy transferring to a different and strange place especially not knowing anyone. After my mom died, my dad wanted to forget the painful memories and have a fresh start, so he decided to leave New York and move to California. It was indeed a hard decision but it was for the best. My mom's death really left us shattered. I needed a fresh start and i couldn't thank my dad enough for giving me the opportunity.
This is a new beginning for me.

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I entered the college feeling nervous and scared. I looked around and saw students chatting with each other, some were flirting, while some were kissing.. Gross. The college campus looked large and beautiful, i realized i needed help finding the class. I made my way towards the stairs when i suddenly felt a hard substance against my head, making me jerk forward and causing my books to fall to the ground. Basketball... You've got to be kidding me. Every student stopped and stared at me. I felt my cheeks flush at embarrassment. I pulled the straps of my bag up on my shoulder and knelt down to pick up the fallen books when i suddenly noticed a shadow and looked up to find a handsome guy standing in front of me. He knelt down and picked up my books, placing them in my arms. I wanted to say 'thank you' but i couldn't form the words in my mouth. I found myself mesmerized by his handsome face. He had blond hair which literally covered half of his face , grey eyes, and masculined body. My eyes diverted to his stomach. Abs. I wonder how it looks with his shirt off. Wait, what?... Get a hold of yourself Selena.

"Are you done checking me out?" i looked up and saw him smiling at me. Oh my God, this guy will be the death of me.

"ummm..". "Hey, i'm just kidding. Sorry for hitting you" i just nodded my head and he frowned in confusion. I was too nervous to speak.

"Are you alright?" he asked. How can i be alright. I'm standing in front of the hottest guy in college. I'm like the luckiest girl on earth right now.

"yeah..i'm good" i said trying to compose myself.

"I'm Grayson Maxwell".

"I'm Selena Owen" i said smiling. He suddenly took a step closer and leaned towards my ear making my heart flutter, then i heard him whisper.

"i suggest you keep your eyes open or you might get hit again with this ball" he said winking at me, spinning the basketball on his finger as he walked off to join the other players. I stood still, not understanding what just happened. "oh God why do you make handsome guys such jerks" i thought to myself. I promised dad that i wouldn't involve myself in anything that could lead me into trouble. And Grayson spells trouble. I need to stay away from him before things get more complicated. I need to remember the reason why i'm here and stay on track.
I pulled out the map inside my bag and continued the search for my class.

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After almost breaking a leg by tripping on the stairs, i finally found the class. It wasn't what i actually expected. It was filled up with more than forty students.. At least that's what i think. The girls looked bitchy and the guys looked like jerks. I quickly glanced around the room for an empty seat and found one. I took the seat at the back and pulled out my notepad. In the middle of the lecture, i felt a tap on my shoulder. I turned and found a dark haired guy staring at me. He had forest green eyes which were screaming mischief.

"What do you think you're doing?" he asked pointing towards my notepad. Huh.

"I'm taking notes" i said in an obvious manner. Like seriously, is he dumb or something. What else will i be doing with a notepad if not taking notes. He laughed at my answer and his friend joined him. What's so funny. I glared at them and turned my attention back to the teacher.

A few minutes later, i felt another tap on my shoulder. I put my pen down feeling annoyed and turned back again. This guy is starting to piss me off.

"Why are you taking notes?" i frowned at his stupid question.

"Are you a nerd?" he said laughing harder this time. I swear my blood was boiling. I need to give this guy a piece of my mind. I snapped

"yes, i'm a.....".

"That's enough Michael " a voice said cutting me off. I turned to see where it was coming from and gasped in astonishment. The basketball guy. What was his name again. Gabriel....No that's not it. It was something like Gra...

" Come on Grayson, we were just having fun" Michael said in amusement.

"yeah, the babe ain't complaining" the other guy added. It was the first time i heard him speak since i entered the class. He is soo different from Michael and Grayson. Instead of blond hair or black hair with grey eyes or forest green eyes, he had brown hair with brown eyes. He is handsome. I'll give him that but they are all jerks, and i need to stay away from them.

"I know Ashton, but don't you see she's a nerd and doesn't need any distractions " Grayson said smirking at me. Seriously, what's up with these guys. I roll my eyes and turn back to the lecture.

" Don't pay attention to them, they are always like that " said the blond haired girl next to me. For a second i thought she was referring to someone else until i saw her staring at me with a smile plastered on her face. She is beautiful... She has straight blond hair that stops just above her shoulders, hazel eyes, pink lips, and nice skin... I'm kinda jealous.

"I'm Areda" she said stretching her hand. I shake it.

"I'm Selena" i say.

"Wow, that's a nice name. Well, Selena nice to meet you" she said grinning at me. I like this girl already.

"Thank you. Nice to meet you too Areda" i grinned back at her.

"If you need a tour round the school I'll be glad to show you around " Michael said wiggling his eyebrows. I scoff... Like hell i would.

"Leave the girl alone Michael" Grayson said dragging Michael out of the class. He turned and winked at me, making the girls in class giggle. I laugh at their silly gestures. He was winking at me stupid.

"Aren't you tired of staring at open space" Areda said slapping my arm playfully. Ouch.

"That hurts" i rub my arm, pretending i'm in pain.

"Well, if you didn't zone out i wouldn't have done that" she said trying to control her laughter.

"oh really, you think its funny" i said tickling her, making her giggle.

"Come on, lets go grab some food. I'm hungry" she said grabbing my hand. With everything that has happened, i totally forgot i didn't have breakfast this morning.

"I guess my stay here wont be as bad as i thought" i said to myself as we both grabbed our bags and headed for the cafeteria.

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