Taming The Introvert

Chapter 3

(Leah's POV)

   I stepped out of the Social Studies classroom and started walking to gym, carrying my books in one arm.  Pia didn't seem bad to talk to, she was quite nice, I liked it. It feels different though, talking to someone for a change. I only talk to my family, and people I'm really close to.
     I walked into the girls' locker room and opened one of the lockers, gently putting my books in, and pulling my gym clothes out.   The only part I hate about gym is changing in front of other girls. The teachers won't let us use the bathroom stalls. I personally think it's a dumb rule, but I won't argue.
  I quickly changed into my gym clothes and made my way to the door, then felt something hard and wooden hit my forehead. The door..
     "Leah! I'm so sorry, are you okay?! I didn't mean to, I should've been more careful about opening the door, do you want me to go get a teacher?? -".    It was Pia..  so now she's in the same gym class as me. 
    I rubbed the spot on my head with my fingers as she kept rambling on about how she was sorry and needed to go get a teacher or something.
     "No, I'm fine. Don't worry.." 
    "Are you sure..?"  She had a worried tone to her voice. 
     "Yes."
     "Okay.." she calmed down a bit and went to go change.
     I walked onto the gym floor and waited for instructions on what we were going to do today.  I hope it has nothing to do with a ball..   I thought to myself, thinking about all the possible outcomes of me playing softball, or volleyball.
   Soon everyone was out of the locker rooms, and the teacher started trying to get them settled down and quiet.
   "Alrighty!! Settle down everyone, we have something special planned for today!!!" 
   From what I've learned, "something special" = dodgeball.   I don't mind the game at all, it's just, I don't like the fact that there's a chance of a ball flying over and hitting me in the arse .

    The teacher separated everyone into two groups, and put each on separate sides of the room, with a line of dodgeballs in the middle. Sadly, there's no one on my team to communicate with, so I guess I'll just have to purposely try to get hit, then stay out for the rest of the game. I think that's a great idea.

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   The game lasted for awhile, and just as I'd hoped, I got out quickly >:3 kehehe.  Though, after 15 minutes or so , Pia got out too and came and sat next to me.
     "Hey ~I could tell you were trying to get out."  She grinned a little
     "Oh.. I thought I was doing pretty good at not looking obvious.."
     "It's ok, you'll get better." She gave a toothy smile
     "What"  I tilted my head a little
     "Practice makes perfect~!!"
     "Alright."
   I let out a small sigh and watched the rest of the game until the bell rang. Time to go home ! Yay. Pia has officially talked my ears off .

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    I put my book bag on my back and began making my way to the school exit when I felt a light tap on my shoulder. I turned around and saw Pia's face.   No, please, no more talking... please.    
I squinted my eyes a little. She held out a small piece of parchment.
      "My number. I find you are very nice to talk to."
      " Your... wait, what?"     The only contacts I have on my phone, is my aunt, and my mom. Honestly.  I hesitated for a moment, then took the sheet of paper.
      "Now we can talk to each other without having to be face to face." She looked exited.
      "Great" I gave a small smile and put the paper into my pocket, then checked my watch.
      "Oh hey, would ya look at the time, uhm, I gotta go, I'll talk later" I pointed to the door and began making my way towards it.
     "Oh, Okie! Bye bye."

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    I feel bad for leaving her there, but my energy was very low and I couldn't last much longer.
    My aunt walked through the door soon after I got home.
     "Leah! I brought food."  She singsonged up the stairs. I jumped up from the chair at my desk and ran down the stairs, nearly falling down if it hadn't been for the handrail. Then went to wash my hands.

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    "So," my aunt began, "you didn't tell me 'hi' this morning like you normally do."
   Oh.. that's right.. I forgot.
    "Was it that Pia girl - -"
    "wAt" I managed through a mouthful of lo mein.
    "Leah, I know you don't like talking to other people, but just because someone else is in that office doesn't mean you have to walk out". She gave a soft smile.
    "Have you talked to her?"   She began eating some of her rice.
    "Yeah." I mumbled. She set her fork down and glowed at me.
    "Leah, that's wonderful! So she's your friend?"
    "I guess.. she gave me her number."
    "I'm so happy to hear that!" She picked her fork back up and continued eating.
    "Thanks, I guess."
(Low key me and my family)

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(Pia's POV)

   Awhile after me, my mom, and my younger brother finished dinner and the both of them were asleep, I heard my phone buzzing.  I picked it up and looked at the number, and hesitantly answered after I closed my door.
       "Hello?"
    "Hey..."
       "Oh!! Leah, is that you?"
"Yeah.. my aunt told me to call you so I could, "Get closer and have a friend for once". She didn't mean it in a harsh way, she only wants me to be happy."
       "I think that's sweet of her~"
"I guess so.."
       "Sooo, whatcha wanna talk about ?"
"Dunno.."
       "Um, How are you and your aunt?"
"Good."
       "That's good. sOooO.. have you ever had a boyfriend~?"
"What"
       "Sorry"
  I heard her laugh a little. It was cute - -  wAit nO.  I'm straight , like a pole  :') . But she is quite attractive.  No. Yessheis. 
Fine. She is.  Thank the goats you agree.

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    Leah and I's call lasted for about.. another hour. I think she talks better on the phone than in person.  No, I know she does, now. She talks way more and isn't as quiet once your deep into conversation.

   I laid in my bed after showering, and putting PJs on. Then I let my mind wander for a moment, and eventually I fell asleep.

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A/N:
   Ello •w•  Sooo, how are you? Taking good care of yourself I hope?
  I know I don't have many views, (yet.. hehe) but to the like, 8 people, or something, Thanks .3.  
The story isn't all too good yet, I think it's a little boring right now, so in the next chapter I'm thinking about just skipping like, a week or two of them being friends if that's okay lol~

  I purple you 💜💜
                          - Zee_Nautilus

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