Be long gone

Chapter six

   Zendaya's POV

"Are you sure this is the place?" My mum asked for the hundredth time

"Yes, oh! I see Alex."

"Okay, I'll pick you up at ten. Have fun" She declared

"Sure"

I got down and she zoomed off

I'm not wearing my hair in a ponytail because my mum forced me not to. I did not know people took parties seriously, she also did my makeup. I'm wearing eyeliner, eye pencil, blush, and lipgloss. Because the weather is cold, I'm forced to wear a longsleeved knee-length gown and flat shoes. But of course, my bandana is with me.

"Zendaya" Alex called

"Hi" I greeted

"I thought you weren't coming" He stated

"I changed my mind" I declared

"It's cold out here," He said ushering me in

This party is in full swing. The house is very big; it's a mansion. The couches have been shifted to create more space for the dance floor. The music coming from loudspeakers can collapse the whole house. Balloons and other decorations are hung on the wall. People are in groups of five and six, playing games, chatting, having shots of drinks, dancing.

"Make yourself comfortable" Alex stated and left

Trying to find my way around, I bumped into Regina

"Hey girl"

"Look who decided to show up" She stated

"My mum let me" I responded

"Great. wanna dance?" She asked

"I don't know"

"Seriously," She said in awe

Do I hear Perfect?

"Let's dance. I can't resist this song"

"So, you love Ed Sheeran"

"I don't know about that but I love this song"

"Cause we were just kids when we fell in love. Not knowing what it was.I will not give you up this time.But darling, just kiss me slow. Your heart is all I own And in your eyes, you're holding mine Baby, I'm dancing in the dark" We sang on our way to the dance floor

After dancing for about twenty minutes, we decided to sit.

"My legs are killing me" Regina stated

"You should have known better than to wear heels to a night party," I told her

"Let's go get a drink" I added

"The kitchen is over there," She said pointing

"Okay, I'll get you a drink. What do you want?" I asked

"A little liquor and red wine will do" She replied

"So, you drink?" I asked surprised

"Just a little. Besides, parties like this aren't every day" She added

"Okay," I said heading to the kitchen

I thought the party was for my set but seeing people I don't know from Adam proves me wrong. I can't even find the birthday boy. I've never taken a shot of alcohol, vodka, or liquor in my life: my parents preach against it. Returning with the drinks, Regina compelled me to a game of truth and dare. I explained to her that I don't play because I have a bad experience with the game. I wished David a happy birthday.

Adam challenged me to a game of chess and I won. I also played monopoly. I went out to catch my breath and came across Richard. As I turned to leave, he called me.

"Hi Zendaya"

"Hey Adam," I said wearing my best smile.

I can feel my cheeks begging me to stop because it knows I'm using everything in me to smile

"What are you doing here?" He asked

I'm so sure his problems can't be diagnosed with medicine.

"I was invited here" I retorted

"You sure don't give up easily" He added

"Do you have anything sensible to say?" I asked

"Not really. I just want you to know you're here by luck. And also, you'll regret coming to CD class" He stated

'What under the heavens is wrong with you? Why do you keep pestering me? From what I recall, I've never started a conversation with you, why do you feel comfortable insulting me?" I inquired

He snubbed me

"Look, Richard or whatever your name is, I won't have you treat me this way" I snapped

"Don't cause a scene Zendaya" He declared and turned to leave

"You're a jerk" I shouted

"Excuse me?" He asked raising his fist

The next thing I expected was pressure on my face as I shut my eyes but I didn't fee it. Opening my eyes, I saw Adam holding his hand

"Why would you raise your hand to hit a female?" He yelled

"What a question. Ask her what she said" Richard replied and left angrily

"What did you do?" He questioned

"Nothing" I answered

It's not the whole truth but I don't think it's a lie. Richard is a freak. I'll have to google words to describe him

"He doesn't lose his cool frequently and when he does, it signifies he's really angry" He added

"He just said things that pissed me off" I confessed

"Whatever caused the tantrum between you two, settle it" He declared

Who are you to tell me what to do

"You don't really talk in class. I just know your name, and I know that you hate parties. Tell me more" He stated

"Well, I don't hate parties, I'm not just a party person" I added

"I learned you love Perfect by Ed Sheeran," He said

"Regina told you right?" I inquired

"Yep, please don't break her nose" He stated

"I'm not a wrestler" I corrected him

I feel bad because he thinks I'm violent

"Look, I took mortal combat class but I'm not violent" I declared

After about an hour of introductions and explanations, my mum came to pick me up.

"You must be..." She stated

Why is she talking like this? She doesn't even know a thing about him.

"I'm Adam Gates, your daughter's coursemate" He introduced himself

"I hope you had a great time this night?" She inquired further

"Yep, see you in school tomorrow," I said

'We're not done with our discussion" He said

Did he have to say that in her presence, I'm sure she'll ask ridiculous questions on our way home

"That topic is closed," I said entering the car

Just as I thought, she asked a million questions and I did not answer any.

Getting home, I retired to bed, I'm so exhausted.