GETTING MARRIED TO MY CRUSH

chapter 1 💗

“Styles! Styles! Styles! Wake up. It is the first day of school.”
“Argg! I am up.”  I said.
“You know you cannot be late.” She said.
“I know, I will go get ready Mum.” I pleaded.

Nothing is more annoying than when your Mum still thinks your a child. I got into the bathroom and looked at myself in the mirror, realizing that I would be leaving for college soon.

  It dawned on me because I have not gotten the guts to tell her how I feel. It’s probably very silly, but trust me, it’s not that easy to do when you are best friends with her brother.

I took my bath, dried my hair and then decided on what to wear. A simple blue top and dark jeans would do, I can’t really be bothered about what I looked like right now. I started to head downstairs.

“Styles breakfast is served!” Mum shouted.
“Alright, I am here already.”
Oh, pancakes, scrambled eggs and sausage what a way to start my day .

“By the way dear, your Dad said it’s okay to take the Tesla.” Mum said. “You are old enough anyway” she added.
“Really?” I said, excitedly.
“Yes, the key is on the table.” She said, trying to hold back her wide smile, which in the end she failed to do.
“You guys are the best!” I said, visualizing the glory of having a ride. This was going to be the start of a wonderful school year.

I drove down to Justin’s house, so we could ride to school together.
“Hey, you ready?” I asked.
He replied, “yeah.”
“And your Sis?” I asked
“She is out already, she left with her friend.  What’s the name again?” He said.
“You mean Mia?” I asked.
“Yeah, right, Mia.” He affirmed.
“Okay, let’s head out”
“By the way, nice car.” He said, once we were inside the Tesla.
“Thanks, Dad finally decided to be generous. I wonder why, it doesn’t make any sense.” I said.
“What doesn’t?” He asked, I kicked the car and started driving.
“Why he was so reluctant to let me get one, like dude you can afford it, but it’s not like he’s even around to notice that I need one.” I said.

“Don’t blame him.” He said
“I shouldn’t?” I said, a bit angry. “He is always busy, I am sure he doesn’t even realize Mum misses him a lot.” I said.

“When is he coming back though?” he asked.
“In a week,” I said, “by the way are we even going to that Gala?”
“Do we have a choice?” he said.
“True, but I was thinking we just baled, like skip the whole thing.” I told him.
“Don’t you remember what happened the last time?” He said.

“I know, I don’t think I can ever forget.” I said.
Justin laughed, “I swear, it was the look on your face when you were caught, and escorted back. Your Dad’s got no chills, that shit was embarrassing.” He said.

“You don’t have to remind me though. I remember it like it was yesterday.” I told him.
“Hahaha, every time I remember I can’t just help but laugh.” He kept on laughing.

Finally, we arrived at school. I guess I have gotten used to the stares, but they seemed more today. They were probably staring at the Tesla. Yeah that should be it, because they should have gotten used to my face by now.

My dad wants to maintain the family name, expand the business and have mergers. He loves keeping the family name in the eye of the public. That’s why he throws parties, Galas and what not just for attention.

I can imagine him saying, you have to maintain this family’s name. You have got to work and pave a way for yourself and not be dependent on others, hard work pays off. So, when you take over the family business, there will be no doubt in people’s minds. I kinda prefer to work smarter though. I thought quietly to myself.

“Sytles,” Justin calls out to me.
“Yeah, Justin what’s up?” I asked.
“I think we’ve got first period together.”
“Really, wait, let me drop off some stuffs in my locker. I will be right back.” I told him.

And there she was, Julia, her smile brings me to my knees, but I can’t let her know that. At this point being her friend won’t be a bad way to start. It is now or never. She just addressing me as her brother’s friend doesn’t sit well with me.

Oh God, she is looking my way.
“Hiii, how are you doing? Ready for the last year in this prison?” she asked.
“I guess so.” I replied.
I can’t just ignore the fact that she is naturally beautiful, like look at this girl. Well, a lot of guys probably think so too.
But I guess what annoys me the most in this school in Kim and her annoying boyfriend. You see, Kim has a habit of bullying and somehow, she pulls my girl into it. It annoys the shit out of me.

The fun fact is that Kim is hitting on Justin, while trying to bully his sister. It’s just funny to me. Like how do you see that working out to begin with.

Speak of the devil.
“Hi Styles, have you seen Justin anywhere?” Kim asked.
Here we go again with that annoying voice of hers. “Just right down that hallway, to your right.” I answered.
“Thanks.” She said.
“I don’t know why people say she’s the hottest girl in school. I just don’t see it.” I said.
Julia laughed, “Styles, people can hear you.”
“Wait I said that out loud.” I noted.
“Yes, you did.” She answered, confirming my funny situation. I don’t care though at least I made Julia smile.
“So, I will see you later.” I said.
“Sure.”

I walked away. When I got to Justin, he was leaning on a locker in the hallway. “Hey, sorry I kept you waiting, I ran into you Sis and Kim.” I told him.

“Dude, don’t tell me you are the one that told her where I was.” He said. I caught a hint of anger in his tone.
“What would be, would be.” I said.
“Aha, I had a feeling it was you.” He accused me.
“Let’s go, we are running late for class.” I told him.
“By, the way, I heard there are two new transfer students Styles.” He said.
“Are serious? This late?” I asked, quite shocked.

“Yeah, and I heard the girl is hot.” He said, with excitement in his voice.
Like I cared, it has always been one girl for me. To be honest, I have had casual flings, but I never loved them, I am not even sure I liked them. I just found them well, bearable. I am only human after all.

“Thanks for saying nothing,” Justin scowled at me, “you coming or what?”
“Yeah, sure.” I said.