It was two pm and we were in the campus cafeteria. I had thought I’d see the boys, and at least have Lucas brighten my day. Even with my honest confession that there was nothing romantic going between me and any of the Salvatore boys, Katelyn did not seem to believe me as she and three of her friends decided to ruin learning for me. After her threat, we had finally entered the class. Thankfully, I was able to see a place to seat but unfortunately, it was a space before Katelyn. The girl made my life hell. From pulling my hair that my mother had taken her time to style beautifully — she even made me promise her that I would not ruin it — to poking me. They were so childish. I could hardly learn anything. She kept whispering in my ear like some loon, reminding me what would happen to me if I ever went close to Aaron. I had barely had a proper conversation with that guy ever since I stepped my feet into his home. What could I possibly have to do with him? The girl was just mad. Still, I
The Salvatore cafeteria was really beautiful. I could not say for other cafeterias in the school building but from what I’d noticed in the second year’s cafeteria, it was spacious. Comfortably contained every student, with enough ventilation and plenty of seats. The service was nice and everywhere was neat and tidy. If the other cafeterias were like that one Lucas just pulled me out from, then I’d say this was the best cafeteria. Wow! Everywhere was classy and shiny and gleaming. The ladies who served food here were more composed and had polite smiles on their faces. They understood the caliber of people they were assigned to and they did their job well. The food here was different too. More on the high side of luxury. They were the kind one could only see eaten by the affluent. “They serve wine?”I asked, surprised when one of the servers filled five of our glasses. They had been waiting for me, I assumed so because until I arrived, there was nothing on their table. I have been her
“You look good, girlfriend”Lucas was the first to compliment me when I stepped back into the private, luxurious Salvatore cafeteria.“Thank you, boyfriend.”He grinned at that.“Those legs are really hot.”Zach winked and I chuckled. I took slow steps forward.Trenton just glanced and went back to his phone. I wonder what he always found so interesting in that device of his. And that cold demeanor, when will he ever melt all that iciness and just smile? He was a good looking guy, very attractive and a smile would make all those breathtaking handsomeness come to life.“Thank you, Aaron. Though you did not need to do it. I could have managed until I got home.”“You’re welcome. And you look good.”Was all he said, and from his eyes I could tell his compliment was genuine. “No Salvatore would be found dead in a dirty wear, girlfriend.”“It’s girlfriend now, Lucas?”“Yes. I can switch at anytime though. Girlfriend today, sissy tomorrow. Depends on my mood. Today, I’m in the girlfriend z
I dashed out of the class with my bag, willing the tears away and blocking out the jeers and laughs of people who were supposed to be my classmates. But no. They all decided to have a good laugh while I was bathed in ink. Thankfully, the school premises was empty, except for a few staff walking to blocks where they either had lectures to give or their office to return to.I did not care either way, I got to the place where the Salvatore packed their cars and activated mine. Another thank you to David, if not I’d have had to wait for the boys to take me home and this time, they would not buy the cooked up lies I’d have presented to them. Moreover, how would I lie about this? What believable lie could I tell about the ink? What would I say? How would I have explained this? Oh my goodness! Aaron had spent so much to get me these new set of clothes amongst the others he’d bought. Yet, Katelyn was hell bent on making life miserable for me. I started the engine, the gate was mechanical, it
“Oh my goodness! You guys!”I jolted in fear and shock. I had just woken from sleep to find two pairs of eyes staring at me. Zach and Lucas were in my room. They had scared me. How long had they sat there watching me?“Finally, you’re awake.”“Yes. Awake and scared.”“How are you?”Lucas asked, coming to join me on the bed. I sat up and made space, though the bed was big enough for two persons even lying down.“I’m okay.”“We heard you’re not too fine.”“Who told you guys that?”“Melissa, your personal maid.”“Melissa?”“Yes.”Melissa had lied for me? But why? I just told her I needed no one to disturb me. Or was that she had to tell thinking it would probably discourage the boys from coming to see me? I’d ask her later. That was the lie I had intended to tell. That I had returned home because I was ill. “Yes, it’s true.”“Was that why you came back home early? You missed your lecture.”Zach commented from his position on the sofa positioned close to the wall opposite my bed. It was
Mom hugged me as soon as she saw me.“I’m so sorry. I heard you were not well, I should have come check up on you.”“It’s okay mom, I understand.”“I feel so guilty right now. It feels like I am abandoning you.”“Hey, no you’re not. You had important things to do. You’re the new Luna of the biggest pack, remember?”I wiggled my brows teasingly at her. She had this guilty look, but soon they melted off her face and she was laughing.“Thank you so much for understanding, darling.”“You’re doing your best to give me a better life mom, I’d be selfish to want to ask for more or not be grateful or appreciate you.”“Oh you’re going to make me cry.”“No, it’s okay. You’re doing your best.”Others had taken their seats, except us. Mom hugged me tight but she was careful not to make it tighter. She thought I was sick. The guilt of lying to her and everyone else overwhelmed me but it was a necessary lie. Either this or say the truth and I was not ready for that. If I found myself in such situati
The one day break that David had given me was over and I was back to school. There were no nerves today. I had woken up very early and had even being the one hurrying the guys up. I could not wait to get to school. We drove into the school compound and parked in our usual spot. “You seem eager and perky this morning.”Lucas observed. His arm was draped across my shoulders.“Let’s just say I am ready to learn. No more sickness to stop me.”“Okay. That’s encouraging.”“You don’t want to learn?”“Of course, we must all learn. But I am not as eager as you are. I wish I could have your enthusiasm for school right now.”I giggled. “It’s simple. Be open-minded about everything academic and in-between.”“You giggled?”Lucas had his left brow crooked in slight surprise.“Why? Are we not allowed to giggle?”I was feeling good this morning. This was the best I’d felt in a long while now. The peace and joy that sprouted from within. Contentment reared its head in full. I could almost feel myself
We remained there for a while. The first period was done and we were still there. Lucas and Zach were playing games against each other with their phones. Aaron was seating close to Trenton. A sign of support and care. What kind of bad thing had happened to him? Who had hurt him? I was not exactly sure if whatever that had happened to him included him being hurt but it was a guess on my part. I used to think he was just hating me. Like he had not accepted me like the others, but I was realizing it was different now. Maybe this had to do with a personal experience. I wish Lucas had talked. Said something, anything. Not just leave me in suspense with those words. Now I wanted to know. I was dying to know. But I was not sure even that secret was going to be told to me. Maybe they didn’t want it to go beyond them and their father too, I’m sure. I covertly looked his way, my heart went out to him. Whatever bad experience that had shaped him like this was truly bad. It had not just affected