Moving On

Chapter 16 "He's All I Think About"

I woke up and with a surprise! NO DREAM! No dreams that made me cry my eyes out or ruin my day! That was something that barley ever happened!

I got up and I really didn't bother to take a shower for school. I just got ready like usual.

I came downstairs and saw Drake waiting for me on the couch. He smiled when he saw me. He came up to me and kissed me right on my cheek. Mom approached me with a smile and gave me a hug.

Mom: I have to go to work untill 9 tonight to make up the hours I missed yesterday.

I nodded and she walked out the door.

Drake smiled and gave me a kiss on the lips this time.

Drake: Lets get going or were going to be late.

We headed out the door and walked to school talking about everything that has happened. In a way all of it sounded like fate. Was it fate?

Drake:ummmm... Ellie, I have something to tell you.

He sounded worried which made me scared.

Me: ok?

Drake: I think.... I'm in love with you.

My eyes widened and I freaked! What was my response? I already told him I didn't have a clue? What would he think if I said that again? I needed to give him a yes or no.... I"M SO CONFUSED! He was still smiling but he was waiting for my reply? Did I love Drake? He made me happy when I was sad and I always looked forward to seeing him everyday. I always wanted him near me and I.... I do.

Me: I... love you too.

He had a smile full of relief and gave me the biggest hug he has ever given me. Then his lips pushed against mine and I felt amazing. We had kissed before but not like this, not with this much passion. He let go and we just stared in to each others eyes.

Drake: I'm glad you feel the same way... I was scared you would say you didn't.

Me: Yea.

I did love him. I know I did! He made me feel special and happy.

We walked the rest of the way holding hands and that made me feel warm inside. When we would meet each others gaze then we would smile, every time. I was happy again, the way I said I could never feel again.

We reached school and walked down the halls to our lockers. We got our stuff out and before I could walk away, Claire was here.

Claire: I am sooooo excited about tonight!

She had a huge smile. What was tonight!? Oh yeah, the sleepover.

Me: Me too! I can't wait.

Truth is I couldn't wait! I wanted Claire and I to have the fun we use to have everyday. I missed her really bad. I wanted my friend back.

Claire: So what time should I come over?

Me: Ummmm, 7.

Claire: Perfect! Hey wait, are you going to the Dance this friday?

Me: Ummm I don't know.

Claire: Oh well you should because I am going with David!

Claire had a huge crush on this kid David since she in like 2nd grade.

Me: That's Great!

I was happy for her, she wanted this sooooo bad! It was always my dream to get all ready for a dance and then go off with a guy. Maybe I could get Drake to go?

Claire: Well I have to go talk to the teachers about the theme. Were stuck between Summer and Winter. I say Winter because it never snows here so yea it would be really strange and fun. Bye.

I gave her a hug and she walked away. I turned around and Drake was right there waiting.

We walked down the hall to our classes.

Drake: Hey umm... did you want to go to that Dance thing that your friend seemed so excited by?

I think I was complete! I wanted this so bad! 

Me: Yea sure.

Drake: Cool.

We gave are goodbyes and walked our separate ways. I missed him as soon as I got in to the classroom. I sat in the back so I could day dream about the dance. I felt like such a girl.

School was over and Drake waited for me as usual. Claire wasn't waiting for me like usual but its ok I will see her tonight. Drake Walked me to my house because my mom wasn't home and drake never say my room before.

We got to my house and I led him to my room. As soon as we opened the door he looked surprised?

Me: What?

Drake: I didn't say anything.

Me: Your face said it all!

Drake: I don't know, I think I expected a little punk instead of pink.

He was right my room was pink but my mom wouldn't let me paint it, I didn't really care at the time.

Me: Well I'm sorry my room can't be as cool as yours.

He laughed and so did I. We sat on my bad watching TV. My head was on his stomach and he played with my hair. Strange.

I fell asleep...