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Poppy's POV
Aside from the embarrassing moment this morning, the day goes smoothly. When the final bell rings, I grab my bags and start to head home. I have to walk because I've not got my license yet.
I give Crystal a hug before turning around and walking down the paths that lead to my house. It's only a half an hour walk but it does get boring, so I decide to put my earphones in and let myself get lost in the music.
About ten minutes in, I hear shouting from around me and so I take out one earphone and look behind me. Unfortunately for me, the hollering is coming from a fancy black car, that's going in the same direction as me. It becomes even worse when I realise who's in the car. Ashton and his friends.
"Oi, Ashton look it's the ugly duckling!" I hear Luke shout.
I just turn back around and keep my head down.
"Can she not afford a car?" Amanda says, causing my cheeks to burn up with embarrassment.
"What a nerd, I didn't even realise she went to our school until today." Michael chimes in.
"Same Mike, I don't even know her name." Luke agrees.
I just keep walking, not wanting to make a scene or a fool of myself. Soon enough I'm reaching my house and as I turn to get my key out of my bag, I see Luke's face drop with shock.
"Luke, mate, she lives next to you!" Michael laughs out loud. At this point I've almost had enough. I just want to get inside, change into sweats and watch reruns of Big Bang Theory until 3 am.
"Imagine living next to such a nerd!" Amanda giggles still pining for Ashton's attention.
"Does anybody even know her name? Or shall we just stick to Ugly Duckling." Ashton says, finally causing me to snap.
"My name is Poppy." I say turning around, looking at them. "Not that it's any of your business."
I watch them as they look at me, trying to say something smart back. I get bored, and turn around unlocking my door and going inside, finally letting the tears fall.
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I wake up after a long night crying to Harry Styles music, feeling slightly more refreshed. After grabbing a much needed shower, I get dressed into a regular outfit and apply some makeup.
I go downstairs and see that once again, my parents have already left for work meaning I need to walk. I finish getting ready and head out. I make the mistake of looking over at Luke's house and end up seeing him walking out. I quickly avert my gaze and try and go unnoticed but It doesn't go to plan.
"Ugly duckling!" He says to me, causing me to turn back.
"What?"
"Just a word of advice." He starts. "You should close your curtains when you get dressed."
My face flushes with embarrassment as I realise that he's seen me.
"I..why were you looking anyway?" I say, confused.
"Let's just say.. even if we call you ugly duckling, you've got great tits."
"Creep." I say before turning and walking away, already dreading the day ahead. Knowing Luke, he would most definitely tell the rest of the boys.
I get into school and immediately find Crystal.
"Hey Crys.." I sigh, giving her a hug.
"Hey Poppy." She returns the hug. We go to my locker and I tell her about yesterday and this morning.
"You're stunning, you are definitely not the ugly duckling, far from it." She tells me.
"Thanks Crys, but look at me.."
"Honey stop. You're gorgeous and you shouldn't have to have me to tell you that, you should know."
We walk to our first lessons and to my dismay, English is first.
"Wish me luck." I say before walking in and seeing that the boys are already at the back. They start to whistle at me, which proves my point. Luke really can't keep his mouth shut about anything.
I take my seat, and focus on the board.
"Today's lesson is about the book Pride and Prejudice! Hopefully you can all stay awake this time." The teacher shoots a glare at me.
We get on with the lesson and so far I haven't been spoken to or ridiculed yet. The rest of the lesson goes well and soon enough I am packing up. I am just about to leave when I hear the teacher speak out.
"Ashton Irwin, stay behind please."
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CHAPTER TWO: CHECK
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