We walk into the football field and it's packed. There are cheerleaders everywhere and so many students have come to watch the game.
Kai wave us over and we all go sit with them on the bleachers.
'Which ones Carlos?' Zoya asks.
'He's the quarterback,' Kia replies. 'Number 53'
Xuan didn't want to come with us, He's been acting weird but I'm sure it's just because of the funeral.
Alessandro wanted to stay in and watch a movie with Mimi, her pregnancy cravings have gotten worse.
Aiden and Alora come back with drinks and a tray of snacks.
When Everyone's ready, the game starts when Coach blows her whistle.
I open up a packet of chips and start eating them, while drinking my fruit punch.
One of the guys gets tackled and the ball falls out of his hands.
It's hard to understand what's happening but when people start cheering, I know to join in with them.
I keep watching Carlos, keeping my eyes on 53. He's really good at this.
He throws the ball to some other guy and that guy scored. Everyone's gets up and starts cheering.
'He is so good at this,' Lorenzo says clapping.
'Yeah,' Kai replies.
The wind blows and I start feeling chilly.
'Zoya pass your keys I want to get my hoodie from the car,' I say.
She throws me his keys and I catch them.
'Get me my jumper please,' Alora says.
I walk down the stairs of the bleachers and make my way to the student parking lot. It's dark and the lamps light the way.
I finally find Zoya's car and open it up. I stick my head into the door of the back seats And grab my grey hoodie.
I put it on and find Alora's jumper and also a bottle of Tequila.
Jackpot.
Of course she has a stash in her car.
'Zoya, you're a life saver.' I mutter.
I empty out my cup of juice and fill it with tequila. This should be able to get me through the night.
I close the door and lock the car.
My eye catches on something next to the gate.
The man's back.
I don't hesitate before I'm running.
I hear heavy footsteps behind me and I run faster. I don't look back, not once and continue running.
Something brushes my back, sending shivers through me.
I finally reach the bleachers and make my way back to my seat.
I finally look behind me.
No ones there.
I hand Alora her jumper and we continue watching the game.
'Want some?' Kai asks handing me some nachos.
I nod my head and take them.
'You ok?' He asks. 'You look a little pale,'
'Yeah, I'm fine,' I clear my throat and sip my tequila.
'It's really good to have you back Dilara,' he says. 'I mean it.'
'Thanks Kai,' I reply smiling.
Soon enough, it's half time and Carlos comes over to get some water.
I walk down to him.
'You're doing so well!' I exclaim. 'We all came to watch.'
I point at our seats.
'Thank you,' he replies.
He hugs me quickly before coach calls him over.
I go back to my seat.
I keep drinking from my cup, and I yawn.
'You could take a nap if you're tired,' Kai says.
'Are you sure?' I ask.
'Yeah,' he replies.
'Thanks,' I say.
I stretch out my legs and rest my head on his lap. He's respectful and doesn't put his hand where it shouldn't go.
Someone covers me and I see that Aiden gave me his varsity jacket to keep warm.
Even through all the chaos, I'm still able to fall asleep.
***********
'Dilara, Dilara wake up,' a voice says.
I slowly open my eyes and see two faces looming over me.
Two identical faces, Carlos and Aiden.
'Oh my god I'm so sorry,' I gasp, sitting up. 'What did I miss?'
'Most of the game,' Carlos laughs.
'I'm so sorry,' I say. 'I know how much this meant to you and-' I ramble.
'Dilara, it's fine,' He says smiling.
'I just haven't had a good sleep these last couple of days.' I say.
Before I can speak again, Kai covers my mouth with his hand.
'Dilara, we know you've gone through a lot and it's perfectly fine.' Carlos says. 'I'm not mad at you.'
'Are you sure?' I ask.
'Yeah, always put your mental health first,' he says.
I stand up and hug him.
'Thank you,' I reply.
He hugs me back, tighter.
'Who won?' I ask.
'We did,' he replies.
'Yes!' I exclaim.
'Should I ask Zoya out?' Aiden asks.
We turn to him, Carlos putting his arm over my shoulders and see him staring at Zoya, whose busy talking to Terzo, Lorenzo and Alora.
'Go ahead embarrass yourself,' Kai laughs. 'You have no chance with her.'
'Yeah I do,' Aiden says.
Carlos snickers.
'She's way out of your league,' Carlos says.
'Watch me,' Aiden replies.
He walks down the bleachers, over to Zoya and we all follow him.
'Zoya can I ask you something?' He asks.
'Go ahead,' She turns around to him.
'Would you like to go out with me?' He asks.
'I don't date,' she replies.
Kai hides his face.
'Not a movie or something, like how about a cute dinner?' He says. 'I know an amazing place.'
Terzo narrows his eyes and his fists clench.
'Sure, why not,' Zoya smiles.
'I'll pick you up, Friday seven o'clock?' He asks.
'I'm looking forward to it.' She says
Terzo clenches his jaw and I stifle my laugh.
'Dilara how about we join them?' Kai asks. 'Double date.' He winks.
'Stay in your Lane boy.' I roll my eyes.
'Nice try,' Alara laughs.
Someone taps my back. I look behind me and see a talk, built, brunette boy.
He must be the captain of the football team.
'You're the bitch who broke my girlfriend's nose,' he states, rather then asking.
'Who you calling a bitch?' Kai snaps.
'Yeah,' I reply. 'Since when where you guys together, I swear you were sleeping with Diana not long ago.'
'Watch your mouth,' he snarls, raising his hand.
'You watch yours.' Carlos snaps, standing in front of me.
'Be careful Díaz,' he warns.
'Or what Jordan?' Aiden asks coming next to Carlos.
Jordan opens his mouth to say something.
'Do we have a problem?' Lorenzo asks narrowing his eyes.
Jordan swallows.
'Do we need to beat someone's ass?' Terzo asks standing next to me.
'Do we?' I ask.
'No,' Jordan replies, looking away.
'Good, we can all happily go home,' Kai says patting Jordan's shoulder.
He turns to walk away.
'Oh and try some shit like this again,' Lorenzo says, stopping Jordan. 'And I'll cut out your tongue and feed it to your girlfriend.'
Jordan pales and hurries off.
We make our way to the car park.
'We'll see you guys tomorrow,' I say.
We all wave at Kai, Aiden, Carlos and Alara and make our way to our car.
*AUTHORS NOTE*
Omg I just love it when they all stand up for Dilara, even when they know she can handle herself.
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