Mia

Chapter 29: Return

I woke up feeling nothing but absolute bliss. Cambria held me tightly, and I smiled, remembering our date and every moment we shared during our week off of school. We retrieved all of my belongings, and I have officially finished moving in with her and her family. If it were possible, I fell more in love with Cambria. I gently stroked her cheek to start waking her up. It was time for us to get ready for our return to school.

"I don't want to get up. You're too comfortable," Cambria mumbled, snuggling even closer to me. I chuckled at her adorableness.

"The sooner we get ready, the sooner we get to school, and no more Vivian," I said, happily.

"Plus, I get to show you off, and let everyone know you're mine," She added and untangled herself from me, getting up from the bed. She held her hand out, as usual, helping me up too.

"Show me off, huh?" I teased, raising my eyebrow, and she blushed.

"Well... yeah, I mean... As long as you're okay with it...?" She said softly, understandably nervous at what my reaction would be.

"Of course, baby. That's perfectly fine. I wouldn't have it any other way. I was only messing with you," I said to her. Cambria groaned in response to what I said, making me smile, and I pulled her close.

Our morning was like any other. We showered, got dressed, ate breakfast, and went to school together. Clara dropped us off today, and we walked up to the school doors.

"Ready?" Cambria asked me, making sure I was okay with our relationship being out in the open for everyone to see. I didn't want her to worry, so I responded in the only way I knew that could rid her of any worry or doubt. I faced her, placing my hands on either side of her face, and I kissed her. Her hands went to my waist, and she happily reciprocated it.

We were brought back to reality when we heard someone clear their throat. I pulled away, blushing fiercely. Cambria looked as though she needed a moment to recover from the kiss. Brittany stood next to us with her girlfriend's arm wrapped around her.

"You two make a beautiful couple," She said, and I blushed again.

"Yes, we do!" Cambria said proudly, holding me closer to her. I smiled when she kissed my cheek, and Brittany chuckled at us before suddenly looking at Cambria with a more serious expression.

"Cambria... are we okay, or do you still want to kick my ass?" She asked my girl, nervously. Cambria didn't reply but instead walked over to Brittany and hugged her.

"We're good. Thank you," Cambria said, and I heard Brittany sigh, clearly relieved. The bell rang, indicating it was time for all of us to head to class. Brittany's girlfriend kissed her goodbye, and all three of us proceeded to our designated classes.

A.P. English was enjoyable. Mr. Chapel was out sick, and Mrs. Evans substituted our class. She put on the movie 'Romeo & Juliet,' starring Leonardo DiCaprio for us to watch. Students let out cheers since they wouldn't be doing any work today. I was just glad to be able to sit closer to Cambria. The class rearranged their desks to face the television. I scooted closer to Cambria, and we held each other while watching the movie. Mrs. Evans noticed us, and she smiled. We returned her smile, and a couple of hours later, the class ended.

Cambria hugged me and planted a soft, lingering kiss on my forehead before heading to her class, and I walked to mine. On my way, Mrs. Evans caught up with me, Brittany catching up behind her.

"I had a feeling you two would end up together. I'm happy for you both," Mrs. Evans said to me, making me smile in response.

"I know, right? I like totally shipped them from the beginning," Brittany added, and Mrs. Evans laughed, walking into her classroom, leaving us by the door.

"You did, did you?" I asked, jokingly, but curious at the same time.

"Yes, actually. You and Cambria are meant for each other," Brittany stated as we walked into class together. I sat down at my usual seat, and she walked passed me to hers. A couple of minutes later, I felt a tap on my shoulder.

"Mind if I sit next to you?" Brittany asked me.

"Not at all, it's okay," I replied, and she sat down.

"You look truly happy," She said.

"I am," I answered.

"Your hair suits you well too. I love it," Brittany added.

"Thank you. I love it, too," I thanked her.

Mrs. Evans also put on a movie for us to watch, except this one is a documentary film about Bert Stern called 'Becoming Bert Stern, The Original Mad Man.' He was the one who photographed Marilyn Monroe. I watched the movie, very interested in his story. My new phone vibrated, causing me to smile, knowing already who it would be. I'm so lucky and happy that Clara and Blake surprised me by getting my phone replaced.

Bri: "I miss you... Why did I ever decide to take P.E.?

Mia: "Because you're clearly insane. Lol. I miss you too."

Bri: "Shhh. Lunch can't come any faster."

Mia: "I concur."

Bri: "Your stomach growled, didn't it?"

Mia: "You don't know me. >_>"

Bri: "I wish I could kiss you right now, especially since you're blushing."

Mia: "At the rate you're going, you'll be denied kisses, woman."

Bri: "I know you want them just as much as I do."

Mia: "I plead the fifth."

Bri: "I love you, Mia. I will see you at lunch."

Mia: "I love you too, baby. See you soon."

I put my phone away and continued to watch the documentary. I took notes from time to time, wanting to remember a few essential facts to apply to my own photography. Eventually, the class had ended, and we all left for lunch. I made it to our lunch spot within five minutes. As always, Cambria was already there, waiting for me.

She greeted me by opening her arms, and I gladly accepted her embrace. I put my arms around her, and I felt her do the same to me. Lunch was terrific. We ate, laughed, kissed, and talked. It had been a long time since we weren't interrupted during lunch. Vivian getting expelled was the icing on the cake, and her minions appeared lost without her. Everyone seemed to leave Cambria and me alone, to which I was grateful for. I wonder, though... It's so odd that everything is so perfect now. This is just a new feeling to get used to, that's for damn sure.

The bell rang and interrupted my thoughts. Cambria and I threw our trash away and walked, hand in hand to Mrs. Knight's class. We were early, and upon entering, she smiled at us.

"Good afternoon, ladies. I believe congratulations are in order," She said, and we looked at her confused, which made her laugh.

"My wife informed me of the news about you two. She would always say to me that she figured you girls would end up together. I was shocked when she told me. Nevertheless, seeing is believing, and let me say that I am happy for you both. Her 'gaydar' is always better than mine." She added, making us laugh at her last statement. We took our seats afterward, and the rest of our classmates made their way to join us. Mrs. Knight walked in front of the class, and on cue, everyone went silent.

"Good afternoon, class. We have one project left to complete this semester. It will be a major portion of your final grade. You are to write a Biography paper. You have the leeway to talk about anything that is in your past that you'd like to. However, your paper must be written in MLA Format and be a minimum of ten pages long." She said to us as she passed out the guideline paperwork.

"Finally, you will be presenting your paper. You may take the rest of this class period and begin brainstorming." Mrs. Knight finished saying, and she sat down at her desk. I was immediately worried about this project.

The second that I heard and processed the word 'presenting,' my stomach dropped, and my heart started to pound. Damn, I'm dreading it already.

How am I going to do this...?