The Midnight Whispers : Hybrid

Chapter 2

CHARLOTTE'S POV


Sniff, sniff. I must've fallen asleep while I was doing my homework "what's that delicious smell though?" I thought aloud, getting off my chair where I had a rather uncomfortable nap. Praise the heavens that sweet, sweet aroma woke me, but who could it be.

Why would someone break in here, just to play chef for the night? I know, damn well, that Sky can't cook to save her life "but Andre can..." I let the thought drift in the air. Maybe they decided that it would be best to spend this year's Valentine's Day together... doing couple stuff... whatever that is.

My reflection in the mirror next to my door startled me on my way to my bathroom, shit I look like a hot mess. From the left corner of my lip, you could see the drool that dried up there 'the fuck'. This shower needs to happen right now. I stormed into the washroom, just to be greeted by my hideous reflection again "Freaking great, gods!" groaning I step into the shower, humming my favourite song 'wake up alone' by The Chain-smokers and Jhene Aiko. I chuckle to myself thinking of how I wake up alone now, ya know, after Matt, but enough of that.

My usual home attire consists of my oversized Captain America shirt that stops about mid-thigh, long socks and my Batman slippers. Weird. I know, but they're comfortable. I decided that it would be best to tiptoe downstairs. Wouldn't want to disturb the two in 'their moment'. Plus, I bet they weren't planning on sharing their food so I'm going to steal some for myself. 'I'll show them that nobody keeps food away from me' my inner being starts complaining as usual.

Once I reached the bottom of the stairs, peeping my head into the living room area 'hmm, not here, probably by the pool being all romantic' I roll my eyes at the thought making my way to the kitchen. "FOOD!" I whisper shout, clapping my hands and jumping up and down like a kid. You have no idea how much I love food... and this time it called on to me with that delicious sweet aroma. Carefully tiptoeing to the countertop, I took a quick glance around the room to make sure nobody was coming 'All clear' my inner voice says. There were three silver dishes placed on the countertop 'my, my... I can't wait to see what you all have to offer' but just as I was about to open one of the dishes, someone cleared their throat from the kitchen entrance. My hands were mid-air; I looked like a creep about to steal candy from a baby. My shame wouldn't let me look up, so I just kept my head hung low 'stupid' my inner voice scolds me.

The person is walking towards me. It's probably Skylar and Andre are most likely filming my downfall. 'Stupid, stupid, stupid. They'll never let this go' I groaned, knowing that my inner pest is right.

The footsteps stopped right in front of me, looking down, my eyes grew wide. 'That cannot be Sky' my face scrunches up a bit. That foot belongs to a giant, so it couldn't be Andre either; he kind of has lady feet.

A chuckle broke my thoughts and my head shoots up. "You know I cooked for the both of us, right? No need to steal Char." Drew casually states, but I can see the amusement in his eyes. How could I forget about him? Aggg this is even worse than being caught by Sky. "I wasn't stealing." I try to lie, but my voice betrays me. Clearing my throats, I finally put my hands down, awkwardly rubbing on my sides "I was just trying to act out a scene from a movie I saw..." 'Really Char, a movie? Lame ass!' Drew just crossed his arms, his eyes challenging "Oh really? Which movie?" he asked, and I freeze "Ok fine... you got me" I said muttering 'idiot' under my breath.

Ok gods, my day is total shit, but I got free food. Good food. So, in your faces. There was nothing to say, so the silence was comfortable, but I could tell that Drew was trying hard not to laugh at my little 'moment'. Aarrrg

I made my way to the dining table, taking a seat at my usual spot on the far end 'Coz I'm the queen around here' I chuckle at my thought. I noticed that Drew followed me in. Ok, not like that, I mean he must eat, but you get it. there was no word exchange, just the sounds of nature outside and the constant tap sound the fork made when it hits the plate, filled the air. The food is amazing, but my pride wouldn't let me say it out loud. I bet my face is betraying me though, and my stupid moans. I couldn't help it.

Drew cleared his throat before he spoke "soooo, where's the other guy or girl that stays here?" he asked, but just as I was about to answer, my phone rang. Looking at the screen, I saw that it was Skylar... 'Speaking of the devil. Well kind of.' "What is it now Sky?" I asked her, but she just laughs. She knows that I hate getting phone calls "Get over here" she says "No" I simply reply. She sighs but continues anyways "C'mon, it's our last year here. You never go out with me, at least just say yes. I mean it's even a school thing, there's no alcohol, nobody's drunk. It's not like I'm asking you to come to a strip club... c'mon Char" she begs. I look up and immediately catch Drew's gaze. He probably heard most of that, my phone always betrays me. I hold his gaze for a few more seconds, his eyes are practically begging for me to say yes. I sigh speaking into the phone, not really knowing what I'm doing but Sky's creature squeal confirmed that I said yes.

'Fucking great' I sigh and put the phone away. "You heard what I said," I get up from my seat, "get ready, we got somewhere to be" I walk past him making my way to the kitchen to clean up and finally upstairs to my bedroom to get ready for the dreadful event.

Within half an hour, I was seated in the passenger seat of Drew's car. The dance wasn't on school grounds, but I didn't feel like driving today so I'm just going to direct him. "Would you stop that Cheshire cat smiling already?" I ask with a groan, "Your face might tear." I added. Drew quickly looks my way, a smile on his face "Are you always this grumpy? I mean all you do is scowl and glare and groan..." he chuckles tilting his head a bit but still focused on the road "to answer your question, No, I won't stop with the Cheshire cat smiling because I'm excited. I love dances so than." I cut in before he could complete his sentence "Don't thank me" rolling my eyes, I add "You did this. You and the stupid gods. You with your dumb puppy face and the gods with their stupid curse to make my life miserable." after saying all of that, do you know what he did? I'll tell ya what he did. He just laughed. I let out a huff, crossing my arms and slumping farther down his leather seat. I should've taken my own car. "You said yes Char, not me." He states casually, enjoying my defeat. Instead of answering, I just glared the darkness through the windshield.

We're finally here, which means I can finally get away from Mr. Smug Face over here. Just as I was about to storm off, a force pulled me back, making me crash into the hard chest of my kidnapper. I mean I knew it was Drew, but his cockiness is toxic. "Trying run away from me so soon?" he asks, his warm breath fanning my face and I internally groan 'duh' I rolled my eyes.

Drew start to lead us towards the entrance, his hand now placed on my lower back. I tensed up a little bit, I wasn't expecting that at all, but before we could enter, an idiotic voice stopped me. "Charlotte freaking McCoy" it said "You move pretty fast. I guess moving on from me is easier than I thought?" this made me turn. There he was. Matt. He's always been cocky. I bet him and Drew would make great friends. "Hello to you too Matt." I said in a bored tone, which I was. "Are you okay Charlotte?" the voice next to me asks. Drew, I almost forgot about him, AGAIN!! "I'm just fine Drew, this is my, well ex, he's just bored." I say loud enough for Matt to hear. "Ouch" he fake gasps, holding a hand to his heart "you wound me Babe. But on a serious note, it's been a day and you're already having someone else at a freakin party" he said emphasizing the last part "you never went out with me like this ... all dressed up" he tries to brush away my hair but Drew catches his wrist before he could reach my face " I don’t think she'll like that dude." He says.

I mean he's right and all, but I can take care of myself. I don't need a bodyguard. Matt's laugh broke my mental conversation "did I say that out loud?" Drew just nods but he isn’t looking my way "shit!! Lets just go" I tug at his arm, hoping he would budge, and he did... eventually, after like, 4 tugs, but he pulled his arm away. Well shit.