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CHAPTER 4
Bella's POV
"Bye Bella, see you tomorrow." Jess said giving me a small hug. I stood at my locker as they all walked off, sending me sympathetic looks.
I let out a groan as they all left leaving me alone in the hallway. I looked at my phone screen, 3:10. Okay, just an hour... I can do this.
"Ready babe?"
"Fuck off." I muttered, shoving past Connor as I headed towards the English room.
I grumbled under my breath as I heard his deep chuckle following me, making me go mad.
"Bella, Connor, take a seat." Mr. Henderson said, sitting at his desk. Mumbling profanities, I slumped at my normal desk. Connor smirked as he sat next to me, causing me to continue cursing.
I watched as Mr. Henderson checked his watch, frowning.
"I need to go to a meeting so I'm going to leave you two here. I expect you to behave well- this is detention, not a social hour." I scoffed at that, rolling my eyes. Like I would socialize with Connor. Mr. Henderson stood up quickly, and left us without another word.
"Looks like it's just you and me, Bells." Connor said smugly.
I groaned and dropped my head to my desk, not moving after that. After a while, I realized that Connor was being quiet. Weird... I turned to look at him, only to catch him staring at me. Shockingly, he turned away, blushing.
"Awwww, you're blushing!" I pointed out, making him scowl.
"Fuck you."
"Anytime." I giggled, sitting back in my chair. Connor's eyes widened before he controlled himself and raised his eyebrow at me. I smirked back at him, suddenly filled with sudden confidence.
"I mean, only if you can handle all this." I whispered the last part seductively. Instead of shocking Connor, which had been my plan, he smirked back and moved closer.
Oh shit.
"Now."
"Uh, erm... what?" I asked, all previous confidence lost.
"Let's fuck." He whispered huskily, standing up, pulling me up with him in the process.
"What? Umm, no! I mean, we're in school!" I struggled to find an excuse.
"And? All the teacher's are in meeting." Connor said, wrapping his arms around me, pulling me closer.
The proximity... is sparked a feeling in me. That feeling... it was-
Disgust.
But I couldn't show it. I was working on getting back at Connor and to do that, I had to make it seem like I liked him. Like, LIKED him. I know, that would never happen, but Connor does seem to think everyone loves him, so... Here goes nothing.
"But Connor," I whispered, wrapping my arms around his neck, "I wouldn't want to lose my virginity in a school." I wrinkled my nose at the word school to sell the act, and it seemed like it worked.
"Really? You do know what you're agreeing to, right?" He asked
"Of course," I murmured, gazing down at his lips as I did.
Next thing I know, I was spun around and placed on the desk so that Connor was now standing between my spread knees.
"Then why don't we seal the deal?" He asked huskily, cupping my face with his warm hands.
My heart stopped beating as he leaned closer, and closer, stopping just in front of my lips, so close that they were nearly touching. I looked up at him, wrapping my arms around him, and leaned in a bit, as if I was going to be the one to make the move. Just before my lips touched his, I changed direction, bringing them to his ear.
"I'm afraid you just got played."
Bella:1 Connor: 2
I quickly leaned back, smiling in triumph. That smile quickly disappeared when I saw Connor's expression. He looked so-
Hurt.
Growing up always being the sweet, caring child, I couldn't help but feel bad when he pulled away.
"Wait, Connor..." I said, hopping off the desk and grabbing his arm, forcing him to stay in place.
"I'm sorry." I muttered awkwardly, looking everywhere but his eyes.
"You're just too easy."
"Yeah I- wait what?" I looked up to see Connor-
Smirking.
"You actually thought I was hurt? Oh Bella, you have overestimated your acting skills. You're just so easy to see through."
Bella: 1 Connor: 3
I quickly clenched my jaw shut before it could fall open and display the amount of shock I felt. I watched as Connor pulled out his phone, checking the time.
"Oh well, looks like our hour's been up. See ya tomorrow, Bells." He called over his shoulder as he left the room.
Fuck you. Wait! Not like that! UGHHHHH!
I gathered my stuff and headed out of the school, heading towards my car as I loudly cursed out Connor. Ignoring the looks from random people passing by, I angrily slammed the car door shut after I climbed it.
The whole way driving home, I couldn't help but think about what happened. I mean really, I could have sworn that I had tricked Connor, but nooooo... apparently my acting is just awful. The thing that bothered me was I could have sworn I saw a glimpse of disappointment in his eyes.
Oh well, I sighed as I pulled into the driveway, guess I was just going to have to try harder.
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Connor's POV
I sped down the street towards my house, distracted by what had happened. I had been so close- SO CLOSE! And when Bella pulled away, I was just so... disappointed. So of course I used that feeling and made myself look hurt. I always knew Bella was that kind of girl who was a sucker for those who were hurt, physically/emotionally.
Thing is, the hurt- it was actually real. Well, maybe not all of it....
Goddammit... I am so messed up...
I need to get laid...
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Bella's POV
"Pumpkin, that you?"
I entered the kitchen to find my dad vacuuming and my mom cooking like a mad woman.
"Erm... what's going on?"
"Daddy's boss and his family are coming over tonight!" Sophie squealed with excitement as she carried all her toys upstairs. Luca smiled at me as he followed her lead. With them both being six year old twins, it seems as though Sophie was the leader and Luca was the follower.
"Okay, Mum, what do you need my to do?" I asked, dropping my bag onto the floor. She turned and glanced at the bag, signaling that it had to go.
"Alrighty," I muttered, heading upstairs.
1 hour later
"Bellatrix, I demand you wear this dress!" My mum ordered, holding it out for me.
"But Mum! It's too fancy!" I complained, staring at the dress in disgust. My mum then gave me the look. You know what I'm talking about. The one that says, 'You better do what I say before I flip a shit.'
I let out an annoyed sigh and took the dress from her, heading into my room. After putting in on, I realized how short it was.
"Damn it." I muttered, trying to adjust it. I had bought this dress when I was fifteen for a formal, and since then, I've grown quit a bit.
"Hurry Bellaby!" Luca called from the doorway. I quickly pulled on my heels and headed downstairs, just as someone knocked on our door. Plastering a fake smile on my face, I opened the door.
"Hullo, welcome to the Brown residence." I recited warmly, looking at the nice looking couple in front of me.
"Why thank you." The husband said politely, entering my house. His wife smiled sweetly at me, and followed him into the living room, where my parents greeted them.
"Would you like me to take your coat, Mrs.-" I paused, not knowing what to say.
"Michaels." She informed me, "Thank you darling." She said as she handed me her coat.
Michaels... just like Connor.
Thank god they didn't have a son.
As we sat down at the dining table, a knock sounded from the front door. I politely excused myself, while Mr. Michaels said something I couldn't hear. I pulled my dress down a bit before I opened the door.
"Can I he-" I froze.
"Bells, long time no see."
This is going to be a long dinner...
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I sat down at my seat, while Connor introduced himself to my parents. I took that time to look him over. Two words.
Hot damn.
He was wearing simple black pants with a blue button down, and looked absolutely gorgeous. Such a shame that he's a douche...
"How old are you?' Luca piped up, staring at Connor.
"I'm eighteen." Connor said, actually smiling at Luca. And can I just say, his smile... Well, I guess I can see how he got all those girls to sleep with him.
"Here, take a seat," my mum said, coming back from the kitchen.
"Sit with Bellaby!" Luca shrieked, climbing out of his seat and taking the open one next to Sophie. My eyes widened at that, which didn't go unnoticed by Connor as he smirked at me when he sat down.
Soon enough Sophie and Luca were chatting it up, while my dad and Connor's dad discussed business and my mum gossiped with Mrs. Michaels.
"So, Bellaby," Connor teased, "You dress is very... nice."
I looked down to see that the skirt part had ridden up so that most of my thigh was showing. Embarrassed, I pulled it down as best I could.
"Bella, I hear you want to go to UPenn?" Mr. Michaels asked.
I frowned and looked my father.
"Actually, I would like to-" My breath got caught in my throat as a warm hand was placed in the middle of thigh. My heart was pounding rapidly, making it hard for me to speak.
"Uh, yes, I s-suppose." I stuttered, blushing madly.
"Interesting, do you know what you plan to do?" He asked. By now the whole table was silent and all eyes were on me. As I opened my mouth to speak, Connor's hand trailed up further, to the top of my thigh.
"Y-yes, I am interested in becoming a veterinarian, and the medical schooling at UPenn is fantastic." I said, glancing at my father as he nodded in approval.
"That's wonderful, darling." Mrs. Michaels said. Mr. Michaels grinned at me, and turned back to my dad, resuming the conversation.
"Honey, you never mentioned you went to school with Connor! Are you two friends?" My mum asked.
"N-" I started
"Yes." Connor cut me off. "We are actually very good friends."
I quickly hid my frown and attempted to pull Connor's had away from my leg. He grasped my upper thigh tightly, causing me to gasp loudly, making everyone turn to stare at me. I flushed a deep red at the attention.
"Erm, excuse me." I mumbled, hurrying towards the bathroom upstairs. Once inside I splashed icy cold water on my face, taking deep breaths. I quickly dried my face and stared in the mirror.
"Pull yourself together." I scolded myself. After a couple more minutes, someone knocked on the door.
"One second." I called out, opening the door. Suddenly I was pushed back into the bathroom, the door shut quickly.
"Did I tell you how nice that dress looks on you?" Connor asked, advancing upon me. My heart pounded in my chest as I backed away, into the wall. Connor took that to advantage, because soon enough I was trapped between him and the wall.
"So what do ya say? Why don't we seal the deal?" He murmured into my ear. Before I could process what was happening, Connor gently placed his lips on mine. The normal Bella would have shoved Connor away, cursing him out in the process, but this Bella...
The kiss was gentle and sweet, and slowly picking up more pace. Soon my hands were entangled in his hair, and his arms were wrapped tightly around my waist. He finally pulled away, the both of us breathing hard.
I looked up at him, "That was... "
He smirked, almost as if he knew what I was going to say next.
"Disappointing."
For once Connor wasn't able to hide the shocked expression that crossed his features.
Bella: 2 Connor: 3
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Connor's POV
That kiss... That's something I'm never going to forget. I pulled away, both of us breathing hard.
"That was..." She started.
I smirked. Hot? Steamy? Amazing? The best moment of her life?
"Disappointing."
I was completely shocked. That was not what I was expecting. She smirked as she moved around me, heading towards the door. I frowned and quickly turned, grabbing her arm and stopping her from leaving.
"Don't lie." I said, staring into her deep brown eyes.
"I didn't." She replied without hesitation, pulling her arm out my grasp and heading downstairs before I could stop her. I felt myself grow angry as she walked off. It was almost as if she hadn't felt-
What am I talking about? I glared at my reflection and shook my head. Bella was going to crack, I would make sure of that.
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Bella's POV
"I didn't." I said, pulling my arm out of his grasp. With that, I headed down the stairs before he could stop me.
Bella: 3 Connor: 3
"Sorry about that," I excused myself as I sat back down. I noticed how Mrs. Michaels stared at me along with my mum, a knowing expression on their faces. I sub consciously fixed my hair and straightened out my dress, cursing myself for not doing that before I had come back down.
When Connor came back, his expression was cold and stony. He didn't acknowledge me as he sat down, only speaking when my mum offered dessert. Everyone was silent during dessert, even Sophie and Luca.
"So Connor, where are you planning to go to college?" My dad asked in attempt to get the conversation going. I couldn't help but notice the tension between Mr. Michaels and Connor as he asked that.
"I really like Florida State University." Connor said. I watched as Mr. Michaels frowned, looking away from his son.
"May I ask why?" My dad asked
"The parties and the girls." Connor said with a cold smile. Something looked wrong about him as he spoke.
"Connor!" His dad snapped.
"Oh, and the booze." Connor snapped.
An awkward silence overlapped us as Connor and his father glared at each other from across the table.
"The dessert is delicious," Mrs. Michaels said, trying to lighten the mood. I give props to her, but it didn't work, for Mr. Michaels seemed to grow very mad.
"I apologize for my son, unlike your daughter, he doesn't seem to have a very bright future ahead of him- or any future of that sort." He spat out, still glaring at Connor.
"I'm sorry I don't want to turn into some uptight asshole who doesn't give a shit about his son." Connor hissed, standing up at the end. Mr. Michaels went red in the face as Sylvia (Mrs. Michaels) tried to calm him down.
"What dad? Mad because I'm right?" Connor yelled. Before anything else could happen, Connor walked away. I saw Sylvia look pleadingly at him, trying to get him to stay.
Now, for some reason, I did something- something stupid.
I ran after Connor.
By the time I was outside, he was starting the car, so I did the most logical thing that popped into mind. I ran in front of his car, blocking his way out.
"Move Bella. Now." He growled, from the open window. I shook my head stubbornly as he glared at me.
"Bella MOVE." He yelled, jerking his car forward in attempt to scare me off.
"No, Connor. Please don't leave." I pleaded, shivering from the cold. Connor continued to glare at me as he got out of his car, keeping it running. I didn't move as he made his way to me.
"What are- CONNOR LET ME DOWN!" I shrieked. He had thrown me over his shoulder, carrying me to the sidewalk before placing me down and walking back to his car.
"No!" I yelled, running and getting between him and his car.
"Bella, don't do this." He hissed at me, moving closer and I moved back. Soon I was standing between his door and him, refusing to move.
"Bella-"
"No. I'm not letting you leave." I snapped, crossing my arms defiantly.
And that's how I ended up being trapped in the backseat of a speeding car with a pissed of Connor driving to god knows where.
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