" Allison Leslie Tate you had better have a damn good reason for skipping most of your classes today!" My mothers angry voice booms throughout the house not three seconds after I step through the door.
"Shit..." I mumble under my breath.
"What was that?" My mother asks, rounding the corner into the front hallway. I take a deep breath and consider lying about it or just telling her the truth.
"Mom I had another episode at school today." The anger on her face is immediately washed away by worry. "It was at the assembly, there was loud music and flashing lights and I didn't know it was gonna happen. Alec took care of me though. That's why I skipped, he took me out for a hot chocolate to get my out of the school."
"Alec who? Are you sure you're okay? Why on earth did he think hot chocolate would help? Why didn't you text me? Why-"
"Mom! I'm okay, I promise. It was Alec Stanton, he's been in my class since kindergarten. It wasn't a bad one but he figured it'd be really exhausting to stay in school afterwards so he took me to the cafe to have a hot chocolate and I could tell him what happened. I did kind of owe him an explanation after I scared the life out of him." Praying she won't ground me for the rest of my life she looks down and exhales heavily.
"I wish you would have texted me or called me or something Allison." She says, rubbing her forehead.
"I know mum, I'm sorry. I just didn't want you to come get me.. I had a lot of fun with Alec." I say shyly.
"Awe honey, are you sweet on him?" My face heats up for the millionth time today as I nod.
"Maybe..." I look up and my mom's smiling brightly at me.
"Well then I'll let this slide. Just this once though, don't you dare go making a habit out of this." She playfully shakes her finger at me.
"Yes Mother." I laugh and roll my eyes right back at her. I grab my books and walk upstairs to my room. Lazily tossing them on the floor I flop back onto my bed. I stare up at my ceiling recalling everything that's happened today. Thinking about Alec and our almost kiss, how he hugged me.. ugh why does this boy have to be so cute? A huge smile creeps it's way onto my face and I cover my now bright red face with my hands as I let the memories of today flow through my mind. I decide to take a shower and wash away the dirt from the gym floor and the disgusting boys bathroom. Ew...
Turning on the shower to the perfect temperature, I slide off my clothes and hop in. My muscles instantly relax at the near boiling hot water and I begin to wash my hair, letting my mind wander endlessly. We all know where my mind ended up.
Alec.
Why now? He's been in my grade for years but now it's different. The butterflies that erupt in my stomach, and the blush that's been permanent on my face all day only proves it's different now, and on the blandest of days too. Something feels weird about it but I chalk that up to the anxious feelings that come hand in hand with every crush and I decide that I like thinking about him more than whatever stupid worries my mind could come up with. I finish washing my body and hop out of the shower, and begin brushing my teeth. Thinking about tomorrow I realise I now have a reason to look forward to going to school in the morning and fix up my appearance a little bit. Tidying up my eyebrows with tweezers and applying special cream to any blemishes on my face. I head back to my room and go directly to my closet. Digging back into the depths I find the clothes I hid away. I haven't ever really been one to wear trendy or flashy things. I felt like it would just bring on unwanted attention that I'm trying so desperately to avoid. Finally feeling confident enough to stray away from my usual dark jeans and bunnyhugs I pick a soft pair of light washed jeans and an adorably comfortable floral tank top. Laying the outfit out on my bed I feel proud that my below average styling skills could pull together such a beautiful outfit.
"Hopefully Alec likes it." The sole thought running through my head. I wonder if we share any classes. All the skipping today prevented me from finding out who I was sharing my classes with and a big part of me hopes I have at least one or two with the brown haired boy that got my heart fluttering like crazy. Hopefully, right? I turn off my lights and get comfy under my fluffy blanket, not realising how truly exhausted I was after the rough day I've had. It isn't long before my eyes feel as heavy as bricks and I'm slipping away into a deep, dreamless sleep.
Beep
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My hand finds my phone buried under my endless pillows and I shut off the alarm. One snooze button won't hurt, right? It's not like I have anything to get up for... Wait!! Yes I do!! Suddenly wide awake I slip out of my bed and grab a sweater, now excited for the day ahead of me. I practically skip over to the bathroom to wash my face and begin brushing my teeth. Coming back into my room I change into the cute outfit I picked out last night, taken aback at how different it fits now compared to when I first bought the clothes. Just as I'm about to head downstairs I pause and look at my dresser. On top sits a few pieces of jewelry and a couple makeup products. Grabbing a tube I walk over to my mirror and apply a few light coats of mascara, brush out my eyebrows and dab on a little bit of lipgloss and then tuck it away in my pocket. Glancing back at my dresser a little glimmer catches my eye. My grandma's necklace. A simple gold chain with a little heart, she'd given it to me on my birthday a few months before she passed away. Lightly taking the fragile chain in my hands I close the clasp around my neck. I never really felt like I should wear it out in fear of losing or breaking it but today it feels right. Checking my reflection in the mirror once more, I grab my phone and head downstairs.
"Oh my, don't you look beautiful today sweetie." My mother comments as soon as she lays eyes on me. "It's got to be a special day if you're wearing your grandmamas necklace." I try to stop the inevitable smile that creeps its way onto my face.
"Nothing special momma, just-"
"Oh yes, the boy. Of course, silly me." She cuts me off with a wink.
"Yeah... the boy.." I sigh happily. My mom laughs at my dreamy state and hands me a plate with some toast.
"Just don't let this boy convince you to skip anymore or I'll have some butt kicking to do. ." She says with a suddenly stern face, but I know my mom isn't completely serious. At least I hope.
"I know Mom, I won't" I say sheepishly.
"Good. Now get your butt out the door before you're late." She says as she kisses my forehead. I grab my bag and head out the door, much happier than my departure yesterday.
A/N: okay so life happened and it took a while to update but i have @Drews-Stories to motivate me to write more now :) so you have her to thank for this chapter.
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Lost In A Memory
RomanceShe's a senior in high school. He's always been around. Fate brings them together But what happens when it also tears them apart? Allison Tate is your typical senior in high school. She's soon off to college with a bright future ahead of her. One f...
