Part ll:
Langston's POV
Standing in the room with the three, confused. Looking at Bahja who had this look of disbelief on her face.
Langston: " What? "
Bahja: " You're telling me this whoooole time, this whoooole time… You've only pretended to dislike Avan because Issa didn't care for him? "
Langston: " Yaaaah, I mean he's my boy. I don't know Avan like that. "
Bahja: " Don't you know how much confusion and mess you two knuckleheads created!
Langston: " Whoa, hold up nah. " - Looking at her. - " No one told you to stop being friends with her, you did that on your own. You sat there and laughed along with Issa and I when we cracked jokes. "
Bahja: " Oh sure everyone blame Bahja, go head. " - Shaking her head at me. -
Issa: " Mane, y'all need to chill. We all made a mistake and need to apologize to the both of them together. "
Breaunna: " He's right, no need to make this any worse. Lets go find the two and apologize and end this mass of stupidness once and for all. "
We all walked out into the hall. Seeing Avan hugging onto Zonnique who leaned into his chest in tears. Jacob leaned against the wall, covering his mouth. Sniffing while wiping his eyes.
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Gail's POV
~ Later that Night ~
Downing another shot, throwing my hands in the air wildly. This was by far the best party of the summer. It felt good to get out of the house, away from remembering the time I spent wasting my love away with Romeo.
I felt free almost, the thought of not being tied down.
Don't get me wrong, I missed his touch. I missed him period. But why hold on to that if it isn't there in front of me anymore.
Making way through the crowd of bodies, eyeing the cutie with short curls. Light skinned with a perfect smile. Fluffing my hair, adjusting my top to make my twins seem larger. Adding this flirty twist to my appearance.
He was the only reason why I came.
A soon to be Senior at a 21+ party. Shay was the best at knowing how to make fake id's.
Turning my back to him, pressing my a* on him. He raised his cup in air dancing against me. Holding onto me with his free hand.
?: " You having fun right!? " - Speaking loudly over the music. -
Gail: " Of course! I'm here with you! " - Turning around to face him. -
?: - Smiling at me, hugging me around my waist with his free arm. - " I'm just glad you got in here! "
Gail: " Me too! Ugh! This place is really live! " - Looking around, then back into his light brown eyes. Running my fingers through his soft curls. -
?: " Well you ain't seen nothing till the bombfire afterwards! " - Flashing his teeth at me. -
Nodding my head to this, we continued to dance. Pumping our fist in the air to the band that was playing live.
We stumbled up the steps to his apartment. Leaning against the wall outside, while he kissed me. Rubbing his fingers through my hair. Looking me in my eyes.
?: " D*mn.... Can't believe you got me feeling like this.... "
Gail: " Like what....? " - Giving him this look. -
?: " Like... I really want you right now..... " - Opening the door to his apartment, tossing his leather jacket. Stripping off his vneck shirt. Showing his perfectly toned body. -
Staring at his body while he stood there in just his jeans. Flexing his muscles.
?: " You just let me know.... When you want me.... To stop.... " - Pinning me down softly on
his bed, kissing and licking on my neck softly. -
Gripping at the sheets of his bed. Squirming from the touch of his tongue and lips, fingers rubbing up and down my arms.
?: " Should......I.......Stop? " - Looking up at me from my stomach. -
Shaking my head no softly, his tender touches continue.
?: " Imma make you beg for it..... " - Whispering to me, sucking at me stomach. - " Go head.... Beg..... Come on..... "
The night faded away, I woke the next morning to the smell of food.
~ Next Day ~
?: " Morning sunshine..... " - Leaning against the doorframe shirtless. Toothbrush in his mouth. - " You look beautiful even while sleeping.... "
Gail: - Smiling at this, pushing my hair back. - " Thanks.... " - Stretching, looking at the time. - " Why are you up so early....? "
?: " Work, getting things ready.... " - Making faces while he brushed his teeth. -
Gail: " Mmm.... Now what do I do while you're busy.... Hmmmm....? "
?: " I'm sure you have plenty to do..... I'm going to hit you up once I get back. "
Gail: " Of course since our love is forbidden... "
He chuckled at this. Walking out of the room. Leaving out his apartment. It was a good thing Tinashe and Roderick stayed two apartment buildings away from his.
And they had no idea. No one had an idea. And that's how we planned on keeping it.
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Avan's POV
I sat on the floor in her bedroom, while she laid in her bed. Not coming out or hardly speaking to anyone.
She blamed herself for this, for him. Saying that she hated him and wished something would teach him a listen. And now he's been diagnosed with cancer. I tried to talk to her, to reason with her that wasn't the case.
Zonnique: " Avan…. You don't have to be here…. "
Avan: " But I am, you need me…. " - Standing up, sitting on the bed. Rubbing her back softly. -
Hiding her face in the pillows, sniffing. She rolled over on her back, staring up at her ceiling. Eyes puffy, nose red. Sniffing softly.
Zonnique: " He shouldn't have to go through this…. He shouldn't, oh my gosh… " - Covering her eyes, wiping them away. -
Not knowing what to say or how to express myself to her. I laid down beside her, with my arms wrapped around her. Hugging her tightly, kissing her forehead.
I left about 30 minutes later, to get the both of us something to eat.
Standing in line, I felt a body stand close to mines, looking down some seeing this random girl. Raising a brow at her.
Avan: " Can I help you? "
?: " In fact you can, you see that group of there. The girl with the red long hair with and the one with the straight black hair ? "
Looking backwards, seeing Keke at a table with two others girl. Nodding my head.
Avan: " Your point is? "
?: " The girl with the straight black, I want you to deliver a message for her. Tell her that I, Cymphonique doesn't like being toyed with. And I will ruin her life. "
Avan: - Laughing a bit. - " You can go tell her that yourself, if you have the balls to ruin someones life. " - Mocking her voice a bit. -
Cymphonique: " Are you mocking me Avan Jogia? " - Folding her arms, smiling. - " Thats right…. I know all about you and your family history… How you're dating poor poor little Zonnique and hasn't told her a thing about your times…. "
Frowning hearing this. Wondering who this girl is and how she knew so much about me already. I made sure never to let anyone in my life to find out about that.
Avan: " Look, if you know about my past like you claim…. You'd know I hate being threaten… And if I feel like I need to defend myself…. I will at any given moment….. " - Speaking in a low husky voice to her. -
Cymphonique: " Far from scared, don't make me call your parole officer. Oh Avan has just threaten my life, you have what? 7 more months with him trailing your tail. "
Walking off from her, emotions raged. I walked towards the table.
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Demi's POV
It felt wonderful to be back in town, the fresh mountain air. Its been months, moving to Los Angeles. Traveling, touring. Its been such a dream living the fast life. Of course it gets tiring and I just feel like locking myself in my room and going to sleep for a few days.
Sitting at the table with Keke and Gail, joining them for a quick lunch date.
Demi: " But guys, its been amazing, none the less. I've had soooooo much fun. " - Twirling my pasta around. -
Keke: " I bet, Craig is having the same experience. " - Smiling softly at me. - " He's making a name for himself. "
Demi: " I hear, I'm suppose to work with his producer he's interning under when I head back to LA. "
Gail smiled, all in her phone. Blushing and smiling.
Demi: " Romeo must have you cheesing down. " - Looking at her laughing. -
Gail: " Oh yes, my Romeo sure is. " - Smiling up at me. -
This amazingly tall-handsome guy walked up to the table.
Keke: " Oh Hey Avan, this is Demi. You've probably seen or heard of her before. "
Avan: " Are you Gail? " - Looking at Gail who nodded. -
Gail: " Has Cymphonique sent you over here to send me a message? "
Avan: " She has, and if she knows better. She shouldn't f*ck with me….. Or dig her nose into things…. " - Looking over his shoulder. - " Sorry for the bother. -
He walked away, I made this worried look. Wondering what the heck I've missed and whats going on.
The three of us finished up eating, I decided to take a trip to go see that person who helped me through so much.
Pulling up at the house, making my way towards the door knocking on it. I was greeted by that head full of curly hair, and that warming smile that I loved.
Jacob: " OH MY GOSH! DEMI! " - Hugging me quickly, I hugged him back. - " You look amazing! Its great to see you! "
Demi: " Likewise Mr. Perez, I hear you have a new lady friend and she's a good choice. " -Winking at him. -
Jacob: " She's one of a kind and so loving, she makes my heart beat…." - Placing his hand over his heart. Smiling. - " I was about to leave to go visit the baby and see if Roderick and Tinashe needed help loading up. "
Demi: " I was on my way up there after I left from seeing you. We should go together? "
It was like old times, sitting in the hospital catching up with my old friends. I missed their laughs and crazy personality.
Demi: " Tinashe, Roderick. He's beautiful and so peaceful, you two will be great parents. Please, please. Stay together and don't let anything come between you two. "
Tinashe: " Never that, I love my big dork. " - Hugging onto Roderick, while he helped her back into the bed. -
Demi: " Hopefully the tour is over before school start, I want to try to finish up my senior year back at GHA….. "
Tinashe: " It'll be amazing if you did, I hope you can…. Like really. "
Demi: " I…. May have a few tricks up my sleeve. " - Smiling at her. -
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Khalil's POV
Walking into the new house my step dad and mom brought. Coming home from my recent visit. I've been doing better, a lot better. I've even contacted Mr. Milsap asking if he'd accept me back into the program if I worked hard and gained his trust back.
Tossing my things into my room, laying down on the couch.
Not knowing how many hours have passed by, my phone rung loudly. Answering it, Diggy was on the other end. Telling me about this party he was throwing tonight.
He's been pretty busy this summer, his dad has been marketing the h*ll out of him.
Getting up and ready for the party, a car pulled up. Jogging towards it getting in. Aaron smiled big, dapping me up.
Aaron: " Whats good man, just got off work. " - Pulling off. -
Khalil: " I was sleep not to long ago, been working my a*s off to get back into the music production program. "
Aaron: " Yeah, hope that goes well for you dude. "
Khalil: " Tell me about it… This medicine my doctor gave me has been keeping me mellow and focus. " Staring out the window. - " So I'm not tripping at all bruh. "
Biting my nail while he drove towards Diggy's party. This medicine really kept me mellow, kept my mind doing a million thoughts. That was the only downfall, I hated over thinking or feeling like people are watching me.
It didn't take to long for me to loosen up in the party. Dancing with this fly a*s girl, she was really bad. Cute, adorable.
Khalil: " So Cymphonique, you just moved here? "
Cymphonique: - Looking at me smiling, nodding her head. - " Yeah, I'm new around the area…. " - Running her fingers through her hair. - " You are to cute and adorable for words. "
Khalil: - Blushing a bit from hearing this. - " You think so? "
Cymphonique: " Yes, I wouldn't lie now. Look at this face. " - Making a serious face followed by a laugh. - " Never in a million years would I lie to you. "
Nodding my head, laying back on the couch. My arm wrapped around her waist, rubbing her side softly. She looked down at me, drinking from her cup.
Khalil: " Whats your last name? " - Asking her, eyes looking at those smooth legs of hers. -
Cymphonique: " Miller, my older brother just graduated from here. Romeo. "
Pausing a bit, hearing that name. My mind flashed to Gail, then looked at Cymphonique smiling. This devious grin she gave me.
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Jessica's POV
~ Later that night ~
Walking through the door of the party, I was back in town and Diggy actually wanted me to come. I had no idea why, but I went anyway. The music was on point. Making my way through the crowd, I spotted DIggy. Walking up to him.
Jessica: " Hi….." - Waving softly, with my legs crossed. -
He turned around, his face was pretty priceless. He looked shocked, smile appearing on his face.
Diggy: " Glad you could come, was looking for you. "
Jessica: " No need to lie to me. " - Smiling at him. -
There was an awkward silence between us. We haven't spoken since that day, it was our first time this close again. I was proud of his success. I kept in touch with his sisters who asked me to model for their product.
Jessica: " Nice party, way to get back into the grove for school. "
Diggy: " Yeah, that fashion show you were in. You looked amazing. "
Jessica: " Thanks…. " - Blushing a bit. - " So how are the Jetsetters coming along? "
Diggy: " Great actually, they're the perfect fanbase, helping me a lot and getting my name out there." - Smiling at me. - " BET wants to sponsor me on the Scream Tour, but school comes first….I guess….. "
Jessica: " Whatever floats your boat, just know I'm here for you. " - Placing my hand on his shoulder. -
Diggy: " Same for me. "
Wrapping his arms around my waist. Pulling me closer towards him, staring into my eyes. I stared back into his, kissing his lips softly. He kissed me back, hugging my close to him.
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Jacob Latimore's POV
~ 2 Weeks later, Early August ~
Standing in front of the full body mirror that was built into the wall of the studio. Practicing and training my body even harder. I wasn't going to let this get the best of me, no not me.
I'm stronger, I have to keep my mind and body motivated through this.
The door opened up, Issa walked in with our recording partner Alix. I smiled seeing the two, who looked at me.
Issa: " Bruh don't push yourself to hard. "
Jacob: " I'm not sickly, its just the first stage…. I got this…. " - Ignoring him, hitting a spin, staring at my reflection in the mirror. -
Alix: " Issa leave Jacob alone and do something with your life. " - Smacking him softly in the arm. She walked over with a water bottle in her hand. -
Jacob: " At least someone cares about me. " - Looking at Issa who snorted with laughter. -
Issa: " Y'all be on that bullsh*t, y'all gonna record today or not? I aint got all day. Gotta go meet Bree before they fly out to ATL. "
Jacob: " Yeah we ready right? " - Looking at Alix who smiled nodding. -
Alix: " Of course, lets do the d*mn thing boy. " - Wrapping her arm around mines. -
The three of us walked into the recording studio, Issa sat in front of the master keys.
I stepped into the booth while Alix stood behind giving me the thumbs up.
Smiling at this, feeling the love and support. Nodding my head, Issa started the beat. Putting the headphones on to hear it better.
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Roderick's POV
I smiled, carrying Santos in arms around the apartment, He was officially a month old, August 17. He was getting so big already, which made me happy to see that he was healthy.
He was up for his nightly snack, looking up at me while he sucked on his bottle with those big eyes he got from his mom. Sucking the milk slowly, blinking at me. I blinked back at him, mocking him a bit while he finished up. Burping him, making sure he didn't need to be changed, we were back off to bed, his tummy full.
Placing him in his crib beside our bed, Tinashe rolled over. Hugging onto me while I climbed back into the bed.
Tinashe: " Best Daddy award, hands down. I told you it was my turn…. " - Speaking softly in my ear, rubbing on my chest. -
Roderick: " I know…. But he was calling me. " - Smiling softly, rolling over to face her. -
Wrapping my arms around her, pulling her closer to me to protect her from the darkness. Keeping her warm with my body heat.
Tinashe: " Football training starts tomorrow, are you excited? " - Feeling her nails dig into my back softly. -
Roderick: " Of course, Captain Roc will have these boys in shape in no time. Hope they don't eat to much before practice. " - Chuckling to myself softly. -
Waking up the next morning, showering and getting ready for football practice. Gail sluggishly walked through the door, I never felt right leaving Tinashe and Santos home alone while I'm not there. So I usually asked Gail to come over, just incase.
Kissing my girl bye, looking down at my slumbering son. Kissing his little head softly.
Roderick: " Daddy will be home, watch over Mommy and TT ok? " - Kissing his head again, leaving out the room. -
Making my way to school, it was bright and early. Stretching a bit, walking over to the coach and my Co-Captain. Football partner in crime. Justin Combs.
Roderick: " So you ready to make them puke their guts up man? " - Slapping his shoulder softly. -
Justin: " Psh, you know it. " - Nodding his head laughing. -
Roderick: - Seeing a dude jogging towards us, he seemed new. Never seen him around her before. - " Look, a newbie…. "
Justin: - Folding his arms, giving off a cocky smile. - " I see, and he's not even in line….. AY NEW DUDE! OVER HERE! " - Cupping his hands yelling to the guy. -
The guy ran up, having dreads that was pulled back. Showing his shaven sides. Looking at the two of us.
Justin: " Whats your name, never seen you around here before…. "
?: " Oh, " - Stretching out his hand. - " Leon, Leon Thomas. "
Justin looked down at his hand, I shook it instead.
Roderick: " Nice meeting you, Roc or Roderick. Captain, this is Combs, Co-Captain. What year are you? "
Leon: " Senior, transferred from Los Angeles. "
Roderick: " Welcome to Gifted Heights Academy, watch you're back. People here play dirty. "
Langston and Issa sat down stretching. While Avan walked around drinking from his water bottle. Tequan, Zendaya's dude was even out here. This was going to be an awesome season I could tell already. I couldn't wait to get started and bust some heads open thats for sure.
I laughed, watching the underclassmen.
Roderick: " Come on now Smith we're out here to play ball! Not prance around and complain, get it together! I don't care if your dad is Will Smith, he aint paying me! "
Jaden: - Looking at me while he did the suicides. - " Man, we've been doing this forever! "
Justin: " And we're going to keep doing them till you get them right, slacker. " - Sitting on his helmet, laughing. -
I walked over to one of the younger guys. Who looked ready to pass out.
Roderick: " Jeter whats wrong kid? Cant handle the heat? " - Laughing a bit. -
Nadji: " I…….I'm just getting used…. To this…. " - Breathing heavily while he did his. -
Holding up my hand while coach blew his whistle for everyone to take a 10 minute break.
Sitting down on the bench, Justin plopped down beside me. Looking out into the field. Sighing softly, I did the same back.
Roderick: " Well, looks like we have a handful of complaining underclassmen… "
Justin: " And a handful of complaining upperclassmen. " - Laughing a bit. -
Roderick: " Its not that bad, championship will be ours for the taking again. Hands down. "
Issa walked over with Avan and Langston.
Issa: " Whaaaaat and you know it. They aint ready for King Issa. " - Shaking from left to right. -
Langston: " H*ll naw, they aint prepared for us. " - Flexing his arm, laughing. -
Avan: " I don't think you're prepared for this Lang. " - Running his fingers through his hair. -
The new dude Leon walked over.
Leon: " Avan Jogia, what is up bruh!? " - The two smiled, dapping each other up. - " I thought that was you, wasn't sure. "
Avan: " I heard you moved, didn't know it would be here dude! "
Justin: " Well since you cool with Jogia, you cool with us dude. Plus you're a senior. might as well kick it with us. "
After practiced I went home quickly, walking through the house. Showering and eating. Tinashe was walking around with Santos, getting ready to feed him.
Roderick: " Practice was amazing though, everyone seems to get alone and respect Combs and I. So we're good. " - Nodding my head. -
Tinashe: " Well Santos is getting a special jersey made with your number on the back. " - Smiling at me. -
Roderick: " Well I cant wait, school starts in another month, soooo excited. " - Doing a little dance. - " September 15th aint ready for us to flood the halls. Uniform free. "
She laughed, while Santos yawned big. Sucking on the football nookie I got for him.
Roderick: " See, he agrees. Don't you Santos? " - Poking his little tummy softly. -
Tinashe: - Petting his back softly while he burped. - " I'm ready to go back, the dance team is mines for the taking. Once again, Co-Captain or Captain. Doesn't bother me one bit. "
Standing up, rocking him softly.
Once she was able too, Tinashe went to the gym faithful to get her body back. I was with her every step of the way, getting my body back toned and in shape. Back to her slender frame.
Santos was off to sleep in no time.
Tinashe walked over to me, sliding on my lap, facing me. Kissing my lips softly, adding some tongue. Rubbing the back of neck, my hands explored her body softly. Squeezing on her butt softly.
Our time was interrupted by a cry for attention, she looked at me smiling. Shaking her head. I got up to go check on him.
This was going to be such an interesting year.
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Zendaya's POV
Hugging Roshon tightly, kissing his cheek. Looking at Ariana who walked over, embracing me. Laughing.
Ariana: " I'm going to miss you, please enjoy your senior year. Make the best of it! " - Holding my hands, looking at me then towards Roshon. - " Miami is calling us. "
Roshon: " Yah Sis, be good. Don't get distracted, we're going to visit more often. When we things settle in Miami. "
I got a bit teary, nodding my head. Hugging the two again.
Zendaya: " Call me first thing when you guys land ok? " - Wiping my eye. -
Ariana: " You got it, be goooood! " - Blowing me a kiss while the two walked through security, heading into their gate. -
Walking away back towards Tequan who stood there in a hoodie. Smiling. Wrapping his arm around my shoulder. Heading towards his truck.
Heading to spend some time together, pulling up to this restaurant he wanted to take me too. Sitting across from him in the booth, laughing and joking.
Tequan: " I'm still sore from football, you don't understand. Like I was walking with a little limp. Roderick trying to kill us out there. " - Eating his food. -
Zendaya: " Well, at least you know you cant slack off. " - Smiling at him. - " I've received the fall theater play already, casting will be held the very third week of school. Have so much to do to get looked at by Juliard…. "
Tequan: " You're going to get looked at, trust me. Talented, beautiful and smart. They have no choice but to approve and take you in. Uuuup unnnnder their wiiiing. " - Singing loudly off key, laughing. -
His eyes were so adorable when he smiled big.The way they squinted and his laugh. He was something different. Undercover bad boy with a sweet side.
Zendaya: " All I gotta say is you better be there, at every play. " - Eating my baked salmon. He smirked at me. -
Tequan: " And if I don't…. You going to punish me? Huh? " - Winking at me. -
I winked back, laughing at his crazy self.
Later that night I was heading home from teaching ballet lessons to younger kids. Walking towards my car.
~ First Day of School ~
The bell rung while we all went to homeroom. It was such a beautiful monday morning. Nice breezy day.
Walking into the room seeing Ray I smiled waving to him, he nodded smiling back at me. Vanessa sat at the table with him while we both waved to each other. Sitting at a table by myself, pulling out my laptop to look at somethings. Someone slung their book sack on the table. Looking up to see those adorable squinted eyes and big smile.
Tequan: " This seat taken? " - Sitting down without my response. - " Guess they have to find their own seat now. "
Zendaya: " Such a jerk. " - Laughing at him. Closing my laptop. - " So how do you like it? "
Tequan: " Its cool, big. But cool. " - Winking at me. -
Homeroom ending just as quick as it started. Heading towards drama. Stepping into the theater where we decided to meet for the first day. And what do you know, there she was.
Zendaya: " Nice for you to join us Cymphonique, remember. This is our territory. Might want to watch your back. " - Placing my purse down, looking at her. -
Cymphonique: " Oh is that so…. " - Raising a brow up at me. -
Zendaya: " Try me Princess. " - Walking past her, towards Tinashe who sat on the edge of the stage with Shay. -
Tinashe: " I really didnt wont to leave him this morning, I almost cried. " - Laughing. - " But my mom has him, so its fine. "
Shay: " So wish you could bring him to school. everyone would die to hold him. "
Tinashe: " Which is why he's at home, not collecting b*tch infected germs. " - Looking towards Cymphonique. -
Zendaya: " That girl has serious issues. Its not cute.. She can try me if she wants. "
Laughing some, class started up. Keke strolled in with a list while our drama teacher got things started.
Teacher: "….. Parker Possey? " - A girl with a round baby doll like face answered. -
Parker: " Oh…. Here!! " - Sitting besides Paige and Cymphonique. -
Tinashe: " Looks like she made friends quickly. " - Nudging me softly. -
Shay: " More like she's tricking them…. " - Shaking her head softly. - " This is a drama free year. She can have a seat. "
Keke: " Couldn't agree more, Senior Year is suppose to be fun, not dealing with bullsh*tters…. "
Zendaya: " She mess with Gail, she messes with all of us though. "
Tinashe: " And thats something that she doesn't wont. "
Class ended, the four of walked out behind the three of them. Cymphonique stopped walking, turning around to face us.
Cymphonique: " Cute, we're being followed. " - Parker looked me up and down, folding her arms a little. -
Keke: " Cymphonique sweetie, whatever your deal is. Drop it. We have nothing against you, we're to classy for this beef sh*t…. "
Cymphonique: " Save it Keke, no one asked for your to jump into this. " - Paige looked away from us. - " I don't get a Welcome to Gifted Heights Academy from the schools top student? She's cursing at me? Way to ruin your perfect school attendance….. Oh wait that went out the window when you watched Alexis Jordan blow her brains out, right? "
Keke's face went blank. She didn't just go there, back to that day when she wasn't even there.
Tinashe dropped her purse, walking up quickly to Cymphonique.
Tinashe: " You 2 cent h*e, you don't know sh*t about us. Keep it up watch I bash your f*cking head against those lockers!!! " - Pushing Cymphonique back roughly. -
Cymphonique: - She stumbled, sighing roughly. Glaring at Tinashe. - " You did not just put your hands on me…… Ms. 16 and Pregnant…. "
Tinashe: " I think I did and you wont do sh*t about it now will you. " - Laughing. - " Oh wow I got pregnant at 16, boo-boo. B*tch you need to come up with something original. I heard this all last semester. Sweetie, now like I said. Try me if you want, I'm not afraid to go all up in your a*s. Its been to long since I had a nice scrap and I'm willing to rip your f*cking face off. "
Someone cleared their throat, looking towards Ms. Symone who stood there. Tapping her fingers.
Ms. Symone: " Issue on the first day already? " - Holding her clipboard, looking between us. -
Paige: " No, we were just leaving. Lets go Parker. " - Grabbing Parker's hand, pulling her along. -
Cymphonique quickly turned on her heels. Following the two girls.
Looking at the three. Oh this is going to be a bad a*s school year, I was ready to get it started already.
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Jacob's POV
I had no idea what to do with my life this year, only able to take 3 actually classes. The rest I had to sign up for electives or office aid. It didn't matter, as long as I get out of here with a 4.0 or higher.
Sitting down in the office, typing up a paper for class. Ease dropping into the conversation Ms. McCoy was having with a student.
Ms. McCoy: " Now Mr. Jogia, we expect you to give us 100% and not to bring a bad image to this school with this rough background you seem to have…. "
Avan: " Thats the past, everything is different now…. "
Ms. McCoy: " I can only take your word for it. One wrong move and its curtains here at GHA for you young man. "
Avan walked out the office, while I glued my eyes back to the screen. Pretending to type.
There was a knock on the glass, my eyes shot up. Seeing Jasmine standing there, waving happily at me. Confused, I gave her this half smile with a small wave. Going back to my work.
It was pretty neat working in the office, I got to hear the latest news and gossip. Learning new things about people every minute. The good and the bad. Not the type to gossip, just making sure to stay clear of those.
Lunch finally came, making my way to the cafeteria. Meeting up with Roderick and Ray in the halls. It felt empty, without Craig being there with us.
Roderick: - Wrapping his arms around our shoulders, pulling us close to him. - " Ready to take this school by storm? " - Putting a smirk on his face. -
Ray: " You know it, Loon been ready for this day. I just want my diploma so I can get out of Mountain View. "
Shaking my head laughing. Standing in line for our food. The girls were already sitting down with their foods. Teuqan sat besides Zendaya while Keke sat between Shay and Tinashe.
Gail strolled in behind us, squeezing between us and pushing us out of her way. Skipping us.
Ray: " Ay no, you cant skip me! But you can back skip me! "
Roderick: " What!? No no no, she cannot back skip cause she'll be skipping me. " - Laughing. -
Gail: " Oh shut up. " - Laughing, Grabbing a tray. -
Jacob: " You guys need help, once again. " - Picking up my tray as well. -
Joining the girls, sitting across from them. We were deep into conversation. A tray was placed on the table softly, looking up. Seeing her.
Jasmine: " Do you guys…. Mind if I join you? "
There was an awkward silence, looking around at the table. Going back to eating my food.
Shay: " Sure, you can join us. New year, new leaf. " - Nudging me softly. -
Jasmine: " Thanks. " - Sitting across the table from Gail. -
Gail smacked her food loudly, placing her fork down. Still smacking, everyone looked toward her.
Gail: " I still don't like you for what you did, but the past is the past. I'm going to try to give you another chance. One wrong move, and you can forget about it…. "
Jasmine: " Thanks…. " - Looking at me out the corner of her eyes. Clearing her throat. - " That girl, Cymphonique. Has been asking me questions about all of you. Each and every last one, she tried to play reverse psychology with me…. "
Shay: " She did the something, to me. When I was out shopping, like she just popped out of no where. "
Gail: " The girl is crazy. She's holding this grudge against me because she thought I cheated on Romeo with this boy who she dated, the boy liked me. " - Shaking her head. - " She's all bark but no bite. Trust me. "
Sighing softly hearing this. Running my fingers through my hair.
Jacob: " Can we try to have a peaceful Senior Year? I heard about the face off in the hall today. " - Looking at the girls. - " Lets be formal about this year. Keep the chaos to a minimum. "
Keke: " Well Jacob its hard when these girls are basically throwing darts at us. Its different for you guys because you can easily make up. Remember how you and Ray couldn't stand each other? No look at you. "
Not even bothering to answer back, I continued to eat my food. Looking around at the chattering table. Gail and Jasmine even seemed to make conversation.
Walking with Shay down the hall to our next class. She smiled, holding my hand while I swung it softly.
Jacob: " I'm so ready to go home, I'm tired. "
Shay: " Well you did just get back from NY, glad this modeling is turning out big and positive. You deserve it. "
Jacob: " I know right… " - Stretching a bit. - " Hopefully I don't fall asleep. "
Walking into the class, Lucy sat at a desk. Looking down at her nails. Passing her up, knocking on her desk playfully. She laughed, spinning around. Smiling.
Lucy: " Well hello Mr. Perez and Mrs. Perez. " - Showing her teeth. - " Glad to see I have some mellow dramatic people to talk to her in here…. " - Cutting her eyes towards Justin Bieber who sulked in the back of the class. -
Shay: " Let him be, he's just salty Selena doesn't wont him anymore. Right? I guess he's blaming it on you. "
Jacob: " Yah, he doesn't wont us to get Roderick for him. Again. "
Lucy laughed, shaking her head. Turning back around happily.
It was good to see her more cheery and lovable. Not this diva in training. It had to be the Senior Year Bug, everyone seemed to have to matured over the summer. For the better, well some more than others.
Shay sat in front of me, while I slouched back in my seat. Seeing Avan in the back of the class with this dead and emotional look in his eyes. Langston sat to the front of the class while Diggy and Jessica sat side by side in the middle.
Oh the joy of this class. Seems like we'll get our very own soap opera in here real soon.
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Tinashe's POV
It was driving me crazy, being away from Santos for this long. I checked my phone at least every 5 minutes. Texting my mom, like I had doubt in her. She raised me for all these years plus my brothers.
Mr. Bleu was dressed very nice today. A jade green fitted military style shirt, brown skinny tie and black jeans to match.
Gail seemed to be all gushy over him, it was funny. Seeing her crushing over this man who she had no chance with. She needed to stick with Romeo, or maybe someone who actually seemed interested in her.
Tinashe: " You need to wipe the drool from your face, its getting all in your book. " - Whispering to her. -
Gail: " Oh kiss my a*s…. I cant help it that he's a sexy mofo. Look at him. " - Laughing softly to herself. -
Tinashe: " Not in your age range though. Besides he's probably engaged or have a wife. "
Gail: " So, I cant daydream? Excuse me Saint Tinashe and my lustful ways towards Mr. Bleu. " - Giving me this pouty look. - " Please don't send me to the underworld, oh please. "
Covering my mouth laughing at her. Mr. Bleu shot his head up from his book, looking at the two of us. We both looked down quickly, still snickering a bit.
Selena walked in front of the class to turn in her things. Looking at Gail and I with a small smile, shaking her head some.
Gail: " Someone must have gave her that good d*ck, she's been nice all day. "
I couldn't contain myself, laughing loudly. A few students shushed me, I looked around, glaring at them all.
Mr. Bleu: " Uh, girls. Do I need to separate you two. "
Tinashe: " No, no. We're sorry, I just had that moment. "
Pinching Gail's side while she jumped up a bit in her seat. Pinching my back, I covered my mouth from laughing.
The day came to an end, I rushed home to check on my bundle of joy while Roderick had after school practice. My mom sounded like she was speaking to someone, unlocking the door to my apartment.
So many emotions filled my mind. She sat there, holding my baby. Like nothing to it, while my mom was clueless. I wanted to beat that h*e a*s at this very moment.
Tinashe: " Mom, why is she in here and holding my son…. " - Putting my purse down on the chair, taking off my earrings and bracelets. Tying my hair back into a ponytail. -
Mom: " Oh, honey. Calm down. This is Romeo's sister. "
Cymphonique turned to me, holding Santos in her grimy arms.
Tinashe: " You have 5 f*cking seconds to put my son down….. And get the h*ll up out of here before I beat your snaky a*s in here. "
My mom smile stopped, Cymphonique kept hers on. I walked to the bedroom going into the closet. Counting down.
Making it back to living room. My Mom held Santos close to her, I cocked the handg*n back.
Tinashe: " 2……1….." - Aiming the protection Roderick brought towards Cymphonique. - " You thought I was joking b*tch, I will blow your fu*cking head off if you ever….EVER STEP FOOT IN MY D*MN SIGHT AGAIN! "
Cymphonique backed towards the door, opening it quickly. Running out.
Sighing with so many emotions, wanting to breakdown and cry. My mom stood there, in shock. I walked to the bedroom. Putting it back into its hidden spot. Looking at my mom.
Roderick arrived home, I explained to him what he happened. He was more enraged then me. Calling Romeo up.
Roderick: " Nah bruh I don't rock with that sh*t your crazy little a*s sister better stay away from Santos and Tinashe. F*ck that talking sh*t, she crossed the line today. You need to get a handle on her before she cross Tinashe wrong. "
Hanging up the phone. He held Santos closely to him, while he sat on the couch. Rocking him softly while rubbing his back. Leaning against the wall, seeing the mood he was in. I started to cook dinner.
~ Next Week at School ~
Walking down the hall, turning the corner. Seeing Cymphonique and her two followers. Paige and Parker. B*tch mode was activated at that moment. Adding attitude with my steps, heels clicking extra hard on the ground.
Cymphonique: "….Yes she's crazy, pointing a gun at me…. Like it was crazy! "
Hearing this I stopped. I didn't even bother. I reached out and touched her. Punching her hard across the face, stumbling a bit holding her cheek.
She stood there, letting out this high pitched scream. Closing her eyes like she was crazy. Paige and Parker looked on.
Tinashe: " You crazy a*s b*tch, keep it up. You messing with my d*mn family, holding my son. "
Cymphonique: - Rubbing her cheek, she dropped her purse. - " You think you have this all figured out don't you. You think you can just point a gun and punch me like I'm not going to do a thing about it…… "
Tinashe: - Looking around the hall. - " We have nothing but space and your little friends can jump in too if they want, best believe you better get me good or I will come back for your a*s. 10 times worse. "
Parker: " Excuse me!? We have nothing to do with this! "
Tinashe: " Keep it that way, might want to talk some sense into your friend. "
Turning around to walk off, something hit the back of my head hard. Which caused me to stumble. Feeling the pain in my head, rubbing it. Looking at the ground seeing the book that was just thrown at me.
Cymphonique was in for it now. Dropping my bags, I didn't bother to take off my earrings or bracelets. I wanted to knock this b*tch head clean off her shoulders.
Someone grabbed my arm, yanking away. Seeing Romeo standing there. Cymphonique fast went as white as a ghost.
Romeo: " The f*ck are you doing….. "
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Ray's POV
Standing at the end of the hall, watching this taking place. Walking towards to put my two sense in.
Ray: " Everything good over here? " - Directing this towards Tinashe. -
Yanking her arm away from Romeo who stood there looking at Cymphonique. Tinashe fluffed her hair, rubbing the back of her. Having this glare of death.
Tinashe: " Girl, you are so lucky….. " - Walking off from them, I followed behind her to make sure she was ok. -
Vanessa stood by my locker while Tinashe held an icepack to the back of her head. Explaining the story.
Vanessa: " That cray h*e, she really was in the apartment. Holding the baby? " - Shaking her head. - " That sh*t cray. Like really. "
Ray: " Man, Rome better handle this before this gets out of hand. "
Tinashe: " Oh no, its out of hand already. When I see that girl in the streets, its on and popping. " - Looking at her watch. - " I have to go you two, see you later at dance practice. Right Vanessa? "
Vanessa nodded her head, winking. Tinashe walked down the hall.
Ray: " See, told you Tinashe is easy to get along with. Just needed to give them some time. "
Vanessa: " I guess, but…. Still…. I'm not tripping, I'm just happy to be accepted. Like how you guys accepted… Tequan…. Somewhat…. "
Ray: " I'm just happy to see Daya happy, thats all. " - Wrapping my arm around her shoulders, walking down the hall. -
Laughing while we turned the corner. Coming across the path of both Khalil and Diggy. The two stood against a set of lockers with Aaron and Justin Bieber. Diggy made eye contact with me looking away quickly.
Feeling my arm being pulled, I followed quickly. Focusing back on Vanessa. Sliding my hand down to her waist, squeezing her butt softly. Making her jump a bit.
?: " Now thats no way to treat a lady is that Rayon. " - Hearing the thick heavy accent. I turned around to see Dionne standing there all smiles. -
Ray: " Well, well, well look who it is. Back from London? "
Dionne: " All in one piece, Dionne by the way. Nice meeting you. " - Smiling at Vanessa. - " I see a lot has changed since I've been away. "
Vanessa: " Charmed, I'm Vanessa. " - Wrapping her arm around my waist smiling at Dionne. -
Dionne: " Well carry on you two, I must go to the office to get my schedule fixed. "
Walking off, I headed towards my art class where Vanessa sat next to me. I smiled big seeing that dude walk through the door.
Ray: " WAAAN WAAAAN! " - Cupping my hands laughing. -
Jawan: " LOOOOON! " - Doing the same back laughing while he took a seat to my left. -
Ray: " Shhh, we cant get in trouble this year by Ms. Carr. " - Watching her walk around. -
Ms. Carr walked over, dropping a package on my desk smiling.
Ms. Carr: " You should take a look into this, give it thought. "
I opened the package, looking at information from the Art Institute. They wanted me to apply and submit some of my pieces that they've been interested in. I looked up from the papers smiling big to myself, stuffing the letters back inside.
Vanessa: " Do it…. " - Poking my side with her finger. - " Its a good experience. "
Ray: " Ol' nosey a*s…. " - Laughing at her. - " I am going to do it. "
Putting this cocky smile on my face. Focusing on my project that I was working on. Glancing over at Vanesa's desk, she was shading in this grudge looking picture with very detailed texture.
~ Later that night ~
Vanessa was grinding the f*ck out of me, holding onto my jeans while she dipped low and brought it back up. Spinning around facing me , doing this little twirl. Following her lead, I laughed. Turning her back against me. Grinding against her.
Having out annual back to school bash at Thie Venue. Everyone was here, leading Vanessa over to the side. Sitting on the couch while she sat on my lap, legs crossed, while she sat side ways to face me while we talked.
Scanning around the place, spotting the crew and a few others. Jawan was getting it in with that Paige chick. Kudos to him I guess.
My phone vibrated, pulling it out seeing the number was from a blocked call.
Answering it while I stepped outside, holding the phone to my ear.
?: " Loon….. Been such a long time….. "
Hearing the voice made me freeze up. Biting my lip softly.
?: " Whats wrong, cat got your tongue….. Come on now… Its me, Ross… I know where you are… I'm not to far from you….. "
Headlights flashed me, blinding me. I held up my hands to shield my eyes. Hearing the engine roar. I took off on my feet, running while the car screeched. Trailing me playfully from behind, ducking behind an alley.
Ross failed to realize this was my game, and I wasn't going down without a fight. I owned these streets and knew every little detail about them.
I owed him anyway, for doing what he did to Jawan. And how he tried to set me up.
Jumping the fence, tumbling down. The car engine was close, I could tell. Running down the street, the car whipped the corner. The land caused a bit of pain to my ankle a bit but I couldn't give up, I bushed it off running down the street back towards the back of The Venue.
Running to what I thought would lead to another turn lead me straight into a brick wall. F*ck, f*ck, f*ck. So many thoughts and plans ran through my head, Running back towards the way I came the car screeched in. Blocking my path.
Ross: - Stepping out of the car clapping. - " Nice, I see you still have your street tricks…. Now… " - Snapping his fingers. -
Two guys stepped out of the car, smiling at me. Folding their arms, cracking their knuckles.
Ray: " Ah sh*t, now shouldn't you two be picking up trash on side of the road somewhere. Day Day and Julian? "
Day Day: - Looking at me. - " So Ross when can I bash this smart a*s mouth p*ssy head in? " -Stepping towards me. -
Ross: " Just make sure he's alive…. I want him to feel this pain…. "
Julian and Day Day slowly walked towards me. Looking around the back of the building. These two fools thought I would fight fair with two against one.
Day Day ran up to me first, ducking out the way punching him in his side. Julian connected his fist with my face which sent me stumbling back. Shaking it off, wiping my lip.
Ray: " Two against one, behind The Venue. Really though!? Boy I wish I had some help fighting two on one against these two p*ssies….. "
Julian: " Aint nobody worried about you bruh, you dead…. "
Reaching into my back pocket slowly, sliding on my brass knuckles I always kept with me just in case. Julian walked up with his set up, while Day Day creeped off to my side.
Faking Julian by running towards him, I turned to punch Day Day. my target was his nose and I did just that with my brass knuckles. He fell back, running towards him, grabbing onto his arm twisting it with force not caring.
He screamed out in pain while his arm snapped. Stomping him in the face, Julian tackled me. Kicking him off of me while I scrambled to my feet clumsy, using my dance skills. Swinging my foot lowly to the ground to sweep him off of his feet.
He fell back, not giving him anytime. I went in for the kill, grabbing him by his face and slamming his head against the ground.
Wiping my mouth, tasting my own blood. Ross cocked the g*n, aiming it towards me.
Ross: " See, you had to go and be a show off huh? "
There was a loud bang, that echoed and bounced off the brick walls…….
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Gail's POV
The Venue was not my cup of tea. Not at all. I don't know why I was even here, seeing everyone having a good time. Romeo stood beside me outside. There was a loud bang that sounded close nearby.
Romeo: " Look, I'm real sorry about Cymphonique… She's….. "
Gail: " Your sister, the same d*mn excuse you've been using for years. The only time we've ever been happy was when she wasn't around. I'm not dealing with this anymore Romeo. "
Shaking my head, looking at him.
Gail: " I cant. You're in Texas, enjoy your first year of college…. "
I didn't bother for his response, nor did I wait around. Walking towards my car, heading to meet up with my Beau. My forbidden love that I liked to call him.
Both decided to keep it low and mellow tonight, heading over towards his apartment.
Looking extra good like always. Opening the door, I pushed him inside. Quickly closing it behind me. He smiled.
?: " Mmmm…. " - Looking me up and down. - " Shouldn't you be out partying at The Venue. " - Laughing a bit, walking towards his kitchen. -
Gail: " I'd rather spend my time with you…. " - Following him, placing my purse on the couch. - " Besides, you said you couldn't go out because you have a paper to write… So I came to keep you company. "
?: - Turning down the stove. - " I was expecting you, so I cooked… " - Taking what smelled like baked chicken out of the oven. Smiling at me. -
Gail: " And for dessert… Sweet kisses right…. " - Winking at him. -
?: " And snuggle time all night…. If you plan on spending the night of course. "
Hoping he would say that, I did bring a change of clothes just incase.
Jumping on the counter top, swinging my legs while he walked over slowly to me. Wrapping his arms around my waist. Running my fingers through his curly silky hair. Kissing his delicious lips. Unbuttoning his jade green shirt, running my hands up and down his muscles.
Gail: " Bleu has always been a favorite color of mine…. " - Looking into his soft light brown eyes. -
?: " Oh is that so….? " - Lifting me up from the counter top. -
Carrying me towards the couch, laying me down softly. While he crouched over me, kissing my lips. Running my hands up and down his back. Feeling his lips against my neck, enjoying his soft and tender kisses. He stopped, still crouched staring up into my face.
?: " Its crazy how fast I've fallen for you…. " - Smiling softly, peeking my lips. - "… I just don't wont to put you in the hot seat or get us both in trouble…. "
Gail: " And thats why no one knows…. " - Rubbing his cheek softly. - " No one knows anything, not even Tinashe…. "
He smiled softly again, kissing my forehead. Tossing off his shirt. I sat up, sitting indian style on the couch while he went to get the plates ready.
My phone vibrated, sure enough it was Romeo calling. Rolling my eyes, tossing my phone back into my purse. Getting up, hugging him from behind, rubbing on his abs. Kissing the back of his neck softly. Hearing his happy sigh.
?: " You're just here to distract me huh? " - Laughing a bit. - " Don't make me give you a 7 page essay…. "
Gail: " Oh you wouldn't dare! " - Spinning him around playfully to face me. -
?: " Oh but I can, who has the big fat red pen to change those grades..? " - Laughing a bit. - " I think thats me. " - Pointing at himself. -
Gail: " Oh whatever. " - Folding my arms and pouting my lip. Giving him these big sad eyes. -
?: - Covering his face, laughing. - " NOOOOO, not the eyes! "
Smiling, pulling him in for a kiss. Giving him a bit of tongue actions. Rubbing his arms softly.
Gail: " Its something about you Mr. Bleu that has me madly attracted to you….. " - Looking into his eyes, while he blushed. Showing his perfect teeth. - " Corbin…. "
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Issa's POV
Hearing the shot made me jump. I couldn't believe it.
Ross stumbled forward, while Vanessa stood there with the gun still aimed at him. She actually pulled the trigger. Wearing her leather gloves
Ross: " What the f*ck! " - Screaming out, turning around aiming his gun wildly at us. -
Ray tackled him hard, while his gun fell to the ground. Ray raised his brassed knuckles in the air, punching Ross over and over again. Holding him by his shirt, he kept going. Punching and punching.
Langston pulled Ray off, seeing Day Day and Julian laid there. Day Day stood up, looking at Langston.
Day Day: " Thats how it is…. Trading us for them….. " - Spitting blood from his mouth, holding his arm. -
Langston: " Dude look at you…. Look at whats becoming of your life! You really want to spend your life behind bars for this sh*t rather living your life free? " -
Day Day: " My life is already f*cked, I don't need to hear this sh*t from you….. " - Shaking his head. - " Besides, I'm in this for life if he's around… "
Eyes looking towards Ross who laid there, breathing heavily.
Ross: " F*ck all y'all little kids…. Y'all think you won…. " - Coughing up blood. - " But you have no ide- " -His mouth was muffled by the gun Ray shoved into his mouth. -
Using Ross' own hand to hold it. Ross eyes grew wide.
Ray: " I remember…. You told me to kill without thinking, do whatever it takes…So tracks wont lead back right…. " - His eyes showed no emotion what so ever. - " You talk way to much sh*t…. "
Grabbing Vanessa covering her eyes, closing my own. The bang was muffled and his blood splattered against the concrete.
Langston walked over towards Day Day, smiling which quickly turned into a frown. Grabbing him, putting him into the sleeper. Day Day dropped down to the ground, we all stood looking at each other.
Issa: " We need to get out of here, and get these two away from here…. " - Pointing towards Julian and Day Day. - " We need to cover this up, like right now…. "
Ray: " Nah…. Leave it, how it is…. If they want to snitch, let them…. " - Walking away from everyone, Vanessa still hugging onto me. -
Issa: " You sure about this dude? " - Looking up at the camera that was outside of the club. - " I sure hope he did what he had to do…. "
Avan: " You have doubt in me? " - Walking towards us, pushing his hair back. - " Hacking and cracking is what I do best…. "
This dude grew on me, Breaunna walked behind him. Folding her arms, looking at me with a serious look. That was the look it was time to go.
The six of us sat in my living room, looking around.
Issa: " We can never speak of this day, no matter what… No traces can reach us, seriously. " - Looking at the two girls. -
Ray: " Glad you guys got the memo…. If I hadn't called Vanessa while I was running and giving her locations. I would've been dead…. "
Issa: " Its settled….. This night never happened….. " - Nodding their heads. -
Everyone got up to leave, except for Breaunna. Who sat on the couch, looking at me. I wonder what was going on in her mind. Coming back over to her, she pushed me down. KIssing my lips.
I knew where this would lead too……..
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Shay's POV
~ Next Week At School ~
Sitting across from Ms. Charles, who was reading of my book that I wanted to get published. She had many books out and was well known.
Ms. Charles: " This is a very, very interesting piece of work Shay. Taking your own pain and struggle…. Real life experiences…. "
Shay: " Thanks Ms. Charles, I'm just really ready to try to get a few things published. I want other teenage girls to hear my story, that can relate to it. "
Ms. Charles: " Well you've come to the right person…. " - Smiling at me. - " I may have a few connections that may know others that will support this type of work…. "
Out meeting ended, feeling accomplished. Heading down hall towards my locker. Passing up Cymphonique, ever since Romeo made his little visit. She's been on a leash, a short one. Still giving us dirty looks.
Pulling my books out, getting scared half to death by the person who appeared behind me.
?: " I so love love love your work! " - Looking at me, extending her hand. - " Debby… Debby Ryan. "
Shay: " Ohhhh….. Nice meeting you Debby, and where did you happen to read my work? "
Debby: " Oh well… Ms. Charles gave us Juniors a reading list and advised me to check out some of your work you have published on your blog. I fell in love with everything! "
Smiling from this, a bit shocked that someone actually spent the summer reading the things I worked on and published on my blog.
Shay: " Well thats a shocker, I'm really glad you enjoyed them, I hope they helped you in some kind of way. "
Debby: - Nodding her head quickly. - " I used to be shy and never stuck up for myself, until I read your things. I decided to try something new and dye my hair. Be bold and push myself. "
Shay: " Thats great, hate to cut things short. I have to get going, see you around sometime. " - Closing my locker, waving bye. -
Something seemed a bit fishy about this whole thing. I've never mentioned ot Ms. Charles about my blog, let alone did she know I had other things written. Other than short stories I did for contest or for school.
I decided to continue to play along with Debby. See how far this would go. She had no idea I could be such a pretty little liar.
Walking into the mac computer lab, getting online to pull up some inform and work on a few yearbook things. Get things organized. Jacob walked in, with his camera smiling.
Jacob: " Pictures at your request ma'am, anything else. " - Smiling at me. -
Shay: " Let me ask you something… Does the name Debby Ryan rang a bell….? "
Putting on his thinking face, folding his arms.
Jacob: " I think she's co-editor of the school's newspaper. Something around that nature. "
Shay: " Oh ok, she approached me weirdly today. " - Running my fingers through my hair. -
Getting into work, it hit me.
Shay: " That dirty little b*tch…. " - Mumbling loud enough for Jacob to hear. - " She's the other person Ms. Charles was talking about. She think she's slick,… "
Jacob: " Confused, fill me in? "
Explaining to him, he made a shocked face. Nodding his head.
Shay: " She doesn't wont my claws to come out… I'm not so shy and wont let her walk all over me… Like she has what it takes…. "
I was willing to fight for my dreams and passion. In the best positive way ever. No need to bash or down someone with the same talent as me.
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Keke's POV
~ Middle of September ~
Spinning the mannequin, pinning the fabric in its spot. Quickly writing down the measurements to it. I was piled up with requests, it was crazy. But I enjoyed it, keeping me busy and focused.
Stepping back, looking at the mermaid style dress that would snug the girl's slim shape perfectly. I felt like it was missing something, like it should be strapless.
Hearing my Skype go off, I quickly walked over. Clicking the accept button.
Craig: - Popping up on the screen, scrunching his forehead up. - " Hey Bae, busy? "
Keke: - Sliding the mannequin closer to the desk, looking back at the laptop. - " Hey, no no no. Just making last changes, strapless? Or should it have a one shoulder strap? "
He looked confused, rubbing the back of his neck.
Craig: " Uh…. Well….. Strapless. Yeah. " - Laughing softly. - " You should change into that…. Like right now. " - Sucking on his bottom lip with a quick wink. -
Keke: " In your dreams Lover Boy. " - Winking back at him bending over in front of the cam on purpose. -
Craig: - In his singing voice - " Beeeeend over baaaaah-bayyyyy. "
Shaking my head at him, lowering the laptop. He laughed.
Craig: " Aw, come on. I'm sorry! " - Raising it back up seeing his handsome smile. - " Act right, all day. "
Keke: " Yeah right…. So I'm meeting with this place today, wants me to put me styling skills to use and create this vibe room for them. "
Craig: " Woooord, look at yoooou! " - Clapping his hands, looking at his phone. - " Skype date tonight? I have to get going, meeting with some producers today. "
Keke: " Of course, love you. Text me later. "
Blowing each other a kiss, saying out goodbyes. He signed off.
Walking around the building with the owner, he was young. Very young, stylish. You could tell his parents had money.
?: " Well Ms. Palmer what do you think? " - Looking around the empty space. -
Keke: " I think you should add a red couch, with a black carpet under neath it. Its a lounge right? Laid back yet s*xy at the same time. I wouldn't dare put white out… "
He laughed a bit while we continued to another room. Heels clicking against the floor.
?: " So what else do you do beside design? "
Keke: " Oh school, work, family. Spend time with my boyfriend. "
?: " Well he's lucky to have a talented girl like yourself under his arms. "
Keke: " Oh Mr. Kane- " - Cutting me off. -
?: " Don't you dare say Mister. Just call me Siva. "
Keke: - Nodding my head. - " And what about you Siva? "
Looking back at me, walking over to a guitar that leaned against the wall.
Siva: " Guitar. Write, compose, sing…. But thats just a dream…. "
Keke: " You should meet my boyfriend whenever he comes back into town, you two might become quick friends. "
Siva: - Stringing a few soft notes, stopping. Looking at me. - " I don't think thats a good idea…. "
Keke: - Tilting my head a bit. - " And why not….? "
Siva: - He sighed a bit. - " He wouldn't approve me finding his girlfriend… Rather attractive and cute… " - Winking at me, placing the guitar back in its place. -
Keke: " Uh… I think its time for me to go. I'll come by again whenever you're ready to start…. "
Walking towards the door, going towards my car.
Tinashe: - She sat up, feeding Santos. Shaking her head. - " And he hit on you!? Bad business…. " - Shaking her head. - " Is he cute at least? "
Keke: " Very cute, but he's far from my type. " - Running my fingers through his curly slick hair. - " I have Craig, thats all I need. "
Tinashe: " And I'm sure Craig feels the same way. Is he still coming home this weekend? "
Keke: " So he says, who knows. You know how that goes… "
Rolling my eyes a bit, shaking my head. Santos stared at me, smiling, being 2 months now. Getting bigger by the day.
Keke: " It ooootay I just need my wittle Sanny Wanny huh? Huh? You just looooove Nanny Keke ooh soooo muuuuch. " - Talking to him in this baby voice, he smiled down showing his gums. -
Tinashe: " And when he starts cwawling wawling Nanny Keke will be watching him eeeeevery day. " - Laughing. - " He's spoiled enough, geez. "
Keke: " And thats fine, he'll love me to death. " - Playing with Santos. - " So Senior Trip is on the go. We're trying to go to the UK. "
Tinashe: " So there, make it happen. No buts. " - Laughing, flipping through her book. - " I'm so serious, that will be amazing. "
We continued to talk, until Roderick got home from football practice. Having on his hood and gym shorts. Ray followed in behind him with Vanessa.
Ray: " What it dooooooo. " - Tossing his bag on the couch, walking over to Santos. - " Sup LIl Fatty. " - Pounding his fist. -
Tinashe: " Aw look Santos you and Uncle Ray are the same height. " - Smirking at him. -
Ray: " Oh she gots joke, yep yep. Ol bobble head a*s….. "
Roderick: " No cursing around the little man. End that. " - Picking Santos up kissing his cheek. -
Vanessa: " I am soooo swamped with homework, ugh! " - Sitting at the table across from Tinashe. - " So homecoming is coming up. " - Looking at the two of us. -
Tinashe: " I know right, for some random a*s reason I got nominated. Not looking forward to this…. "
Keke: " I got nominated too, so did Selena and Paige….Shay….. "
Tinashe: " Gail…Zendaya….Vanessa….See that chain reaction there. "
Keke: " This has Cymphonique written all over it. Us 6 including random a*s Paige… I expected Selena though. We should so have fun with this. "
Vanessa: " Pretend to hate each other, backstab each other and sh*t. I'm down. "
Not thinking that far ahead, but I enjoyed how she mapped this out perfectly.
Keke: " Vanessa, welcome to the Sisterhood. That plan was beyond brilliant. "
Tinashe: " Totally, I don't even wont to win Homecoming Court. Well I am the Dance Captain after all. "
Roderick and Ray walked back in with Santos.
Roderick: - Held Santos up, smiling. - " I am Roc. " - Clearing his throat, putting on this elmo like voice. - " And I am wittle Royle. " - Kissing Santos cheek, smiling. - " And together we are Roc Royle. Swag! "
Ray rolled his eyes, pushing Roderick towards the door.
Ray: " Well we're about to go to the store, the three men. So you little ladies, enjoy your girl talk while we're away. "
Tinashe: " Make sure you buckle his carseat in and that he has it on right, and his jacket is zipped ok? "
Roderick: " I got this, don't worry. " - Grabbing the diaper bag, heading out the door. -
Keke: " You worry to much, Roderick has this. " - Solving this trig problem. - " Eff math, I swear its beyond stupid. " - Shaking my head. -
Walking through the front door of the house later that night, making my way to my room up the stairs. Turning on the light, I almost screamed to death. Seeing the person sitting on my bed. Until I saw their face.
Dropping my purse to the ground, running over hugging him. Hugging me back tightly.
Craig: " Hey bae….. " - Pushing my hair back behind my ear. Kissing my cheek softly. "
Keke: " When did you get here!? " - Hugging him tightly, running my fingers through his jet black mohawk. -
Craig: " I couldn't stay away from you, I love you…. A lot….. " - Looking at me. - " But I don't think we should be together anymore. Like you're here and I'm in LA. Its not fair…. "
Keke: " What!? Wait!? Why Craig!? " - Looking at him while he smiled. -
Jumping up from someone shaking me. Looking around realizing I had to have dozed off from doing this homework. Tinashe looked at me with this look, while I sat up breathing softly.
It was only a dream, just a dream. Reminding myself.
Walking through the halls at school, going to my locker. Seeing a rose attached to it. Looking around, not seeing anyone. Seeing a small note with an " S "
signed to it.
Cymphonique: " Aw secret crush? " - Applying makeup to her face, closing her locker door which was 2 doors down. -
Keke: " Or a prank, pulled by you. " - Tossing the rose into my locker. -
Cymphonique: " Tan guy, jet black hair, perfect lips and a smile to knock you dead. "
Keke: - Ignoring her, continuing through my things. - " Do something better with your life other rather than try to be a b*tch. "
Closing my door, looking at her.
Cymphonique: " And thats fine, Homecoming Queen. "
Keke: " You might want to watch yourself, just because you're Romeo's sister wont mean we wont fight back. "
Cymphonique: " Oh thats right, you love fighting and killing girls off the face of the earth. Perfect Keke, who everybody loves but deep down inside she's broken because her boyfriend Craig is sooooo away and she's becoming insecure about that…. Is he cheating on you? Are you cheating on him? "
Keke: - Getting rather annoyed by her nosey and stalking ways. - " Would you like to meet my heel? Its dying to f*ck up that face of you. Doll. " - Flipping my hair over my shoulder. -
Cymphonique: " So touchy, I feel like sooo honored you threaten me. "
Gail stood behind her, clearing her throat. Cymphonique turned around. Looking Gail up and down.
Cymphonique: " And what do you know, we have Gail-A-H*e here. "
Gail: " Do you hear something Keke? I swear I heart the voice of a got'damn annoying f*ck face that needs to get a life. " - Making a thinking face while she rubbed her chin. - " This child is s till butt hurt. ignore her. "
Keke: " Um why are you talking to me? " - Raising my brow at her, going along with the plan. -
Gail: " Oh the attitude!? Excuse me for trying to help you! Ungrateful girls these days. "
Keke: " Not I, you need to check yourself. "
Cymphonique looked between us, smiling a bit to herself. Walking off, looking back quickly. Gail and I glared at each other, smirking a bit.
Oh how stupid was this little girl.
Sitting at the bar, watching Siva getting material out. Popping open a bottle of wine.
Siva: " Enjoy, please? Relax…. " - Plopping down besides me. -
Keke: " Wine? I don't drink, I'm under age. " - Lying, looking away. -
Siva: " But you knew it was wine, stop being so stuck up… Loosen up…Enjoy life while you can. " - SIpping from his glass. - " You only have one time to live, make the best of it…. "
Keke: " I will and am…. " - Laying out the papers for the place. - " These are some other things I've come up with. "
The two of us continued to talk. Leaving from there, heading home finally. Kicking off my shoes.
Craig's picture popped up while I video called him. It answered, smiling. Waiting for him to pop up on the screen.
Craig: " Yeah….Yeah I can slide through tonight…. I'm going video chat with her for a few, say I'm sleepy…And come through….Yah its going to be easy, wont be a hassle…. "
Still listening to the conversation. Feeling a bit heartbroken, that he didn't wont to talk to me. And the fact he called me " her "
Craig: " Look let me go though, Imma hit you up later… Iight…. Peace…. "
Hanging up the video call, sitting there sighing in disbelief. I didn't know how to feel or say. Not wanting to jump the broom and blame him for anything. I just couldn't believe what I heard and he treated like I was nothing more than a new friend to him… If thats how he wants it, maybe it should be that way…..
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Craig's POV
Sitting there waiting for Keke to answer her Skype, looking at the time. I had to hurry up and get dress to attend this event. This was a big point in my career, that could either make me or break me.
Tristin stood by the door, with her arms folded. Waiting for me.
Tristin: " Any word yet? " - Looking at me, grabbing her purse. -
Craig: " No, she didn't even text me back. Must be at work or studying with the crew. "
Tristin: " How do they feel about this? "
Craig: " About what? " - Looking in the mirror, fixing my collar and skinny tie. -
Tristin: " The move, missing senior year, being away from your girlfriend and them….. " - Walking over to me slowly. -
Craig: - Shrugging a bit. - " I mean they're supportive, no matter what I do… This was a huge step in life, but its something I wanted to do… "
Tristin: " And for this contract? If you sign it tonight, you know you'll be even further away from them and her…. Its the price of fame….."
There was a pause, turning around to face her. Pulling out my black framed nerd glasses, putting them on.
Craig: " We should go before I'm late. "
Grabbing my keys, heading towards my wheels of transportation.
My stomach was turning in knots, wondering what I should do. I already had the answer. Just my heart was playing tricks on me.
This place was dope, lights everywhere. Feeling a hand on my back, seeing my manager. Squeezing my shoulder softly.
Nikko: " You ready for that moment? " - Nodding towards the table, seeing a few big time faces. -
Craig: " I am….. " - Picking up a drink, downing it. -
Nikko: " Now remember, all you have to do is sign that paper…. And everything you ever wanted or dreamed of….Is yours…. "
Craig: " I need to call Keke though, let her know. "
Nikko: " Look, kid. She's going to talk you out of it, get you to move back home. Crush your dreams, this is your moment. You only live once. Act like this is the last night on earth. "
Walking off, the words stuck to me. Looking around the party. Standing there in the middle of the floor. I felt so much pressure on me, Nikko was right. This was my last chance, once in a life time.
Leaning against the wall. Not noticing the person approaching me, extending his hand. I could've passed out, seeing Vincent Herbert standing there.
VIncent: " Mr. Johnson, nice to finally meet you. I've been hearing good things about you, looking forward to working with you soon. "
Craig: - Shaking his hand, smiling. - " Likewise sir…. "
Vincent: " You look out of it, you ok? " - Folding his arms. - " I know its a lot for you to suck in, being 17 and all. "
Craig: "… Its just do I really want to lose my friendship over this, something that could easily replace me if I mess up one time? " - Looking at him for an answer. - " I mean yeah this is my dream and passion, but I hurt the one girl I care for deeply….Because I left her, we've made a promise. To walk across that stage together at graduation….. "
Vincent: " Thats the thing, you have to sacrifice a lot… To be able to stay in this game…. " - Digging in his pocket, handing me a card. - " Give me a call whenever you're ready. No need to rush you into things when you're still undecided. Some people are only in this for their own as*es…. "
Looking towards Nikko who stood there. Talking to a group of people.
Walking over to him, smiling a bit to introduce myself to the people. They seemed important.
Nikko: " Oh there you are, go grab me a drink. Something, do your job kid. " - Stepping between me and the people. - " This kid has a lot going on, but he needs a few screws tighten before he makes it to that level. " - Laughing, while the others joked too. -
Backing away some, bumping into Tristin. She stood there, shaking her head softly. Rubbing my arm softly.
Tristin: " You know what you need to do and how you should do it…. I can see it in your eyes…. "
The two of us left, heading towards the studio. Going into the building.
Tristin: " I cant believe NIkko tried to play you like, like you're his lap dog or some sh*t in front of those people. But yet he's all up your a*s, playing the nice guy roll…. " - Strolling through the files, finding my files. - " Bingo…. "
Craig: " And what do you have in mind? " - She pulled out a jump drive, sticking it in. -
Tristin: " Giving you your beats and deleting these….. Simple…. "
Craig: " But why though…..? "
Tristin: " Like I say, I can see it in your eyes….. "
I drove around, for hours. Heading to the one place that I knew and loved. Where my heart stayed.
It took forever. Looking at the time. 4:07 am. Wondering where could I crash until later that morning.
Jogging up the stairs, knocking on the door softly. He stood there, wiping his eyes. Having this look on his face, motioning for me to come in.
Roderick: " The heck, I have school in the morning…. " - Following behind him. - " Don't be so loud, they're sleeping. "
Craig: " I wont…. " - Sitting my stuff down against the wall. - " Thanks again for this. "
He waved me off sluggishly, sitting down on the couch.
Roderick: " Visiting again? " - Looking at me yawning. -
Craig: " Yeah, I am. I wanted to surprise her, you know? "
Roderick: " Yeah…… " - WIping his eyes. - " I just put Santos down to sleep, he wouldn't go to sleep for nothing. " - Shaking his head. -
Craig: " Well no need for you to stay up, I'm going by my parents first thing in the morning. "
Standing up, he walked towards the bedroom, closing the door. Getting my things out, laying on my back. Staring up at the ceiling.
My phone was blowing up non stop from Nikko, had so many voice mails and text messages from the dude. He was extremely p*ssed and confused about my actions.
Ms. Mccoy sat at her desk across from me, looking at me. Smiling a bit, pushing her glasses up a bit while she looked down over my paper work. My mom sat beside me.
Ms. McCoy: " Well Mr. Johnson. Welcome back to Gifted Heights Academy, we're looking forward to see what you have to bring for your Senior Year. "
Those words were like music to ear. Standing up, heading towards the cafeteria. Since it was lunch time. Looking around the cafeteria.
Selena and Lucy were at the table with two other new girls, laughing and joking around. Seem to be having a good time.
Khalil, Diggy, and Aaron stood in line with Jessica. She pointed towards me making a shocked face, the boys looked my way. Nodding towards them, continuing my way.
Jawan and Jacob Latimore walked with their trays, sitting down at a table. In deep conversation.
Issa and Langston sat at a table with Bahja, Breaunna and Zonnique along with Avan. The three turned around waving at me happily while I did the same back to them. Nodding my head towards the guys.
Finally, seeing my crew. My pack. All chatting it up, deep in conversation.
Walking up to the table, standing behind Keke. Covering her eyes softly. Gail almost choked on her food while the others gasped. Roderick sat there with a smirk on his face, snapback tilted to the side.
Craig: " Cant believe you guys didn't save me spot for me. Messed up. "
Keke: - Jumping up quickly, hugging me tightly. Kissing my cheek. - " Oh my gosh! What are you doing here!? "
Craig: " Attending school. " - Pulling out my schedule. -
Ray pulled up a chair, dusting it off playfully. Laughing. I sat down between him and Keke.
Ray: " Ah sh*t Craig back, can I have yo autograph son? " - Laughing. - " You have groupies, the freshmen are in love with you. "
Tinashe: " Its good to have you back Craig. Wouldn't be the same without you. " - Smiling at me, leaning against Roderick. -
Zendaya: " Yeah she's right. " - Sitting next to her new boyfriend. Looking around the table, seeing Jasmine. -
That was a shocker. And she was sitting besides Gail, who wanted to beat the breaks off of her. Shaking my head a bit. Looking around the table.
We've been through a lot. It felt like yesterday when we all ate together. Just the eight of us. Those days were long gone, we've all matured and gained so much courage and strength from these trouble times.
I wouldn't trade those days for nothing. Without these guys my life would be dull and boring.
This was definitely a Change in Reality.
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Staring: Mindless Behavior, Keke Palmer, Tinashe, Zendaya Coleman, Gail Scott, OMG Girlz , Diggy, Khalil, Romeo Miller, Selena Gomez, Lucy Hale, Jessica Jerrel, Ariana Grande, Langston, Khalil, Shay Mitchell, Avan Jogia, Jasmine Villegas, Issa Thompson, Jacob Latimore, Tequan Richmond, Vanessa Morgan, Cymphonique Miller, Leon Thomas lll, Jaden Smith, Paige Hurd, & Parker Possey
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