Hello! Just a quick note before you can get to my story.

I wasn't sure what to rate it right now, so I just put T. So please don't hate or ask about that one! It's only my first fanfiction.

Clare is 16(Sophmore), and the "new kid" is 17(Junior). The reason why they're in the same english class is because Clare is very good at the subject, so she went up a year for it.

The plot WILL GET TWISTED in the next chapter. I promise. And I know I'm following the plotline of Degrassi right now, but it will get alot different. Trust me!(;

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Disclaimer: I do not own Degrassi. Now Read and Review!


"Clare. Clllaaiiirrr..."

I opened my still sleeping eyelids, only to squint away from the luminescent light that filled my room.

"Clare honey, wake up. Time to get ready for school."

I let out a loud groan. I hated Mondays. Actually, I hated everyday, none in particular. Now all I needed was to begin yet another lifeless day at Degrassi.

It was the same every day routine I followed,

Shower, Get ready, got to school, attend classes, go home, read, sleep...- repeat.

I had been doing the same boring drill every day since Alli left Degrassi, and since Mom and Dad started fighting about 3 months back. I really needed a savior. My light at the end of the tunnel. The wheels to my ca-

"Clare! UP! NOW!"

A deep sigh exhaled through my mouth.

Here we go again.

I arrived late for the 6th time this month, due to my sleep-deprivation; which was caused by my parent fighting until 2am.

I arrive at the open door to my 'Grade 11 Honors English' class.

Why must my life be so miserable? Why must I be the one w-

My thoughts are interrupted by a bump on my shoulder, causing me to stumble. I look to my left and see a darkly dressed boy who must've thought of me as a bug, because he mockingly laughed at me and proceeded through the door.

I'd never seen this kid in my class before now, but then again I've been walking around like a zombie lately, barely even keeping my grades up from my lack of class attention. I was about to ask him if he was lost, but the bell starting first period stopped me. "Before we begin today, I'd like to introduce our newest student, Elijah Goldsworthy." Ms. Dawes said this with a smile, but it soonly faded with the harsh response from the boy in front of my desk.

"Its ELI. But thanks for the fantastic introduction there." Elijah replied with complete sarcasm; an irritated look plastered on his face. For an odd reason, this hit a nerve in my stomach, making me upset for his disrespect. Although, I had to refuse the urge to laugh at his quick-wittedness.

I found class to end very soon, probably because I had spent most of my time studying everything this 'Eli' did. Jot down some notes, paint his names with a sharpie, texting with someone with the name of Adam every time the teacher turned her back. There was something mysterious about him, but I couldn't quite put my finger on it. And I definitely wasn't interested in figuring out what his problem was.

That is, until next class, when he decided to speak up. When Ms. Dawes left the class, he spoke. To me.

"Some people might find it quite scary and intimidating to have someone constantly staring at them, watching their every move under a magnifying glass."

"I wasn't staring!" I snapped back.

"Oh, Clare.. Quick to reply, but why so defensively?" He smirked, and I realized it was crooked. I didn't know why, but it made me smile inside. I could feel the heat rising in my cheekes, I desperatly tried to fight them off. I could feel him staring me down while I averted his gaze to calm my facial heat.

"Well, your blushing certianly proves you wrong on that one. Don't try to hide it- it's obvious." He turned around before I could reply... and then the bell rang.

Wait a second. How did he know my name...?


Well? What'd you guys think? Criticism is accepted, just don't COMPLETELY bag on me- this is only my first fanfiction!

And I also apologize for the shortness of this chapter, I had alot of things going on this week. The next one will be alot longer, and have a twist you wouldn't expect!

I plan on making this a BIG story and updates will be around twice every week- depending on how busy I am.

Thanks for reading- Reviews please!:D