Chapter 2
(James' POV)
I've gotten jobs, been with a few people, but none of them were my mate so things never lasted long. What with the endless amount of time on my hands I've made enough money to last me a while, but I'd been searching for my mate a long time. Maybe not in the terms of a vampire, but things get repetitive.
Did I forget to mention that besides long walks and jamming to music I enjoy the occasional blood bag? No? Well surprise! Though I don't like talking about myself we'll get back to me later, I need to concentrate on finding this English class.
I don't know why I moved to the United States, but something in my gut told me it'd be worth my while. I swear the loneliness was eating me up; maybe thats why I used my real name this time. Maybe I wanted to be found and stop the running.
When I entered the right classroom I barely noticed that the teacher, I think her name is Mrs. Peri-something-or-other, introduced me to the class. I was going to sigh again considering everyone was gaping at me. Seriously? Do I look like a piece of meat? I swear, I'm somewhat glad I switched to guys, these chicks were freaking me out. Can high school girls even afford plastic surgery? Cause some of those balloons looked like they'd pop with a pin! Suddenly, I noticed a smell. Why didn't I notice it before!? It was like sweet rain and warm coffee. It warmed my insides and I felt the frozen solitude I made for myself unthaw. My eyes immediately looked to the person at the back of the room.
Dear lord he is gorgeous. Father would definitely approve, right?
He made my mind go fuzzy and I'm sure if my heart wasn't literally dead it would be beating in a frenzy. I was sure I had tunnel vision for a moment because I was instantly in love. He looked at me and his eyes had me swimming in happiness; those beautiful golden brown and green eyes. He had porcelain skin and soft black hair. He looked pretty small but hey, he was an adorable size for cuddling. I may be a little, possessive, already. I could feel my lips moving up in a smile. He suddenly looked down shyly and I could see a blush on his cheeks.
Awe! My mate is so cute! Don't worry my belovéd, I will win your heart. I will give up all of my immortality if I have to, thats a promise.
"...Why don't you sit next to Mr. Harte? Mr. Harte will you please raise your hand?" The teacher asked politely and I was about to bounce up and down when my cute little mate raised his hand nervously.
My mate already has my heart thats for sure
I started walking towards the back before the room exploded with shrill voices.
"He can't sit there! It's social suicide!"
"Yeah! You can sit by me James!"
"No me!"
"You can't sit next to him or you'll catch his gay!"
"The loser doesn't even know how to talk!"
"Besides he's a loner and has no friends! You're better off hanging with us"
Who did these ignorant people think they are!? Being cruel to my mate, I'd kill them on the spot or leave them to the dogs. I clenched my fists in anger seeing the sadness in my beloved's face. I had to use all the willpower I had to make sure my eyes didn't start glowing red. I was going to literally slap the stupid brunet who was trying to make my mate cry and get into my pants. I'll show these people they can't control me or get near my mate ever again.
"When I want your opinion I'll ask for it," I practically growled making everyone gasp. Probably because most of the people in this class were either homophobic or popular in a way they thought they were better than anyone else. I could feel my pants get a little tighter seeing my beloved shiver at my voice.
I sat down right next to him, probably smiling like a loon. He glanced over and immediately started blushing. Awe!
His eyelashes were so long and made him look so pretty.
Man I am so lucky!
"Hi," I said quietly.
He looked stunned at me for a moment before smiling adorably back at his desk again.
Score! Who is on a roll? This awesomeness. That's right dad, I've finally found my mate which I know would make you proud!
(Riley's POV)
Oh my God, oh my God. Did he sort of stand up for me? What do I do!? Don't panic, act natural!
"H-Hi," I whispered. His smile grew making my heart flutter. I caused that, me!
"I will have no more talking!" Mrs. Periwinkle pretty much shouted since everyone was chatting excitedly about us. Tee hee. I think I gave myself goosebumps. I looked back down at my desk, even if I wanted to stare at the man candy next to me, I loathed being reprimanded.
James seemed to notice this because when I glanced over he started scribbling on a piece of paper. When did he get that out? I glanced to the board for a second, and when I looked back down to grab paper out of my backpack, the note was on my desk.
Okay Mr. Ninja, how the heck did you do that? I glanced over to him, and he didn't really seem to be paying attention to the board in front of him but whatever. I opened the note hoping it wasn't filled with spite or hate.
What's your schedule?
I pulled out my schedule and handed it to him and the piece of paper again, trying to be stealthy. I glanced for a moment at the board again and then the piece of paper was on my desk. That's freaky.
We have this class, lunch, and free period together!
Free period was the last class I had for the day so instead of leaving by 3:15pm I could leave by 2:00pm! Which was good for me since it means I can have the chance to hide when I get home. I mean do my homework! After I say goodbye to Eric of course.
Are you sure you want to hang out with me? It's not like what they said wasn't true... Riley wrote on the paper. The guy seemed nice but if he wanted friends the man shouldn't hang out with him.
You seem to act a lot more mature and intelligent than these jerks. Trust me, I've been around a lot of people like these. I'm sure you're wonderful, beautiful. James wrote back.
Gosh, this guy was a flirt. I could feel my cheeks warm again with a blush. I looked down at my desk in worry. What should I do? Was it a trick? Was he just playing with me? I'm definitely sure this guy has been with other people but why would he choose a nobody like me? I could feel my hands sweating with unease and I bit my lip in frustration. Could this be my chance at having another friend? My heart is beating a mile a minute and I seriously think I'm going to have a panic attack (plus I'm pretty sure I'm overthinking my life right now).
In fact I think I started hyper ventilating for a second because I suddenly felt a hand squeeze mine and his hand was so cold! It was almost like little sparks on my hand when he touched it. I gasped softly looking at him in surprise.
He gave me a concerned look considering I probably looked like I was about to pass out. Stupid panic attacks.
"I promise I won't hurt you," He whispered softly. My head spun and my heart gave a tight squeeze in my chest. His eyes were drowning me. They held hope, fear, and something I couldn't name. Was I in the Twilight Zone for a second? I blinked. Nope, everything was like how it usually is.
This was freaking terrifying! It's like he could see what I was thinking, what I was scared of. I wasn't scared of him at all. I felt safe. Maybe like I was wanted? It was so... weird. But what made my heart nearly stop was the fear that he'd leave me once he got to know me. How much of a loser, loner, and ugly disappointment I am. How different I am. Why do I care if he leaves me? I don't even know him!
"Okay," I whispered with a shrug. This man is making me feel things I haven't felt in a long time.
Dad you need to come down here and rescue me from this hypnosis.
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And the cuteness has only just begun! Romance is blooming :P Comment below if you like it so far!