PG To R (Just to be safe)
Author's Notes: Involves
Alex and Marissa who are in their early 20s. Marissa is a Designer
Model, and Alex who's the head waitress in the Bait Shop. Everything
was normal. Not until the year for their 24th birthday. Disclaimer: I don't own the characters from The OC. I'm just a fan writing a fanfic. Please don't sue me. Part I: Hello Orange County!
Italics mean they are Alex's or Marissa's thoughts.
In a very secluded island, a child was born; A girl, half mortal, half god. It was believed she had inherited powers that can destroy the entire human race. But she was not immortal like prophecies say. Her parents were believed to be ODIN and a golden haired woman who they believed to have special gifts. But of course these are just tales passed from town to town. Some say since the mother had died the day she was born, many have pursued for the child. Because anyone who had the power to influence the child can rule over her. There were rumors that the child was slain by the Mafia. At times there were stories the Russian mob has kept the child in their care. Some say her nanny has taken into liberty to raise the child away from the fangs of those who would try and abuse her. If it was true, the child would be a grown woman by now. She would have probably mingled with humans and still remain undetected. One thing is certain, when this child reaches the age of 25, she will be a force to reckon with.
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"Alex! I told you to go to table three!"
"I'm sorry Jodie! I had to help the old guy stand up... I'll be there... I'm going now..."
Hi. I'm Alex Kelly. And that brunette over there is my boss Jodie. She can sometimes be nasty but most of the time she's nice. We've been friends since I was fifteen. I was originally from Scotland. I think I was born there. I'm not really sure. I left for California with my grandmother when I was seven. So I didn't really absorb the English accent not even the Scottish accent, just in case they were different. I graduated with a management degree from UCLA. I'm currently 23, pretty much single... I work well here... at the Bait Shop. Anyway, enough of me... I gotta get back to work.
Alex approached table number four.
"Can I get your orders?" Alex inquired politely.
"Sure Sweet Cheeks! I'd like to order a lap dance." The drunken man held on to Alex's ass, making her roll her eyes.
She took his hand and held it tight till he winced in pain. Alex let it go and started to walk away.
"You broke my hand!" The man cried out.
Now that... Was a typical work day. Some people get too drunk and look at me as if I was a hooker. I kinda got used to it though. But there are times that I get carried away. Just like that. Jodie sometimes tells me it's ok... but i know that it's not. We'll lose some customers just because of that. I don't know where I get that much strength to make them regret touching my ass though. hehehe!
"Alex I told you to just back off..." Jodie shook her head in dismay.
"He was harassing me..." Alex shrugged her shoulders in reply.
"Look I'm all for you... But can you try not to break their bones?"
"Can you tell them not to touch me?"
"How can I? You look absolutely... delicious at anything." Jodie growled then began to laugh.
Alex just shook her head and smiled.
Right then, Marissa Cooper entered the Bait Shop. Alex followed her with her gaze. She was abruptly brought back to reality by a whack in the head from Jodie who was still grinning at her. Slowly, Alex took baby steps to their table; amusing Jodie immensely.
Marissa Cooper. She's Julie Cooper's daughter. She's beautiful, intelligent, sexy, and definitely hot... I've been around her for five years. We went to the same high school together. I doubt if she remembers me. Heck! I don't think she even knows my name! She hangs out with Summer Roberts, her head designer. Oh yeah... They own that new fashion house downtown. She's with Ryan Atwood. I don't know... Like forever? She loves vodka straight up or with orange juice. Am I a stalker? Of course NOT! I just try to register stuff I find out about her. I mean... She'll never notice me. You figured it out huh? Yeah... I have a thing for her... Ever since the day I saw her walk into class. I know it's better left hidden. She has ATWOOD for crying out loud.
"Can I get you anything?" Alex asked casually.
"Vodka straight up." Marissa replied without turning her gaze towards Alex.
"I'll have a glass if water please?" Summer raised her hand to get Alex's attention.
Alex nodded and wrote down the orders.
"I'll have a beer." Ryan ordered.
Nodding, Alex jot it down and walked towards the bar. She was concentrating on the paper she had. When she looked up Jodie was grinning at her again.
"You know... You look like a love sick puppy whenever she comes in for drinks or dinner. You should ask her out."
Alex turned and glanced at Marissa. Ryan's arm was snaking their way to her waist. Marissa didn't really show any emotion. But Alex was still heartbroken.
"I can't..." Alex replied dropping her head and turning towards the bar.
"Here you go." She said casually, handing over the order sheet to Jodie.
"You can Alex. I mean... What have you got to lose..."
"Let's see now..." Alex looked up and thought for a moment.
"Aside from my personal pride... my heart?" Alex shook her head and frowned.
"Well you know what they say... You'll never know till you try..."
Alex watched Jodie prepare the drinks Marissa's group has ordered. Slowly she turned and watched Marissa chat with Summer. She slowly flipped her hair, making Alex gawk in awe. Alex shook her head.
I guess Jodie's right huh? My nana always said, people lose not because they didn't get what they want, but because they never had the courage to try. Then again, how can you try something with someone unavailable?
Marissa rolled her eyes in annoyance. Ryan had been trying to pull her close but she really felt uncomfortable. She would tap the table a few times before wiggling out of Ryan's clutches.
I swear... One of these days, I'm going to have THE TALK with him. Oh hi. Marissa Cooper here. And the one beside me... Yeah... The guy who thinks he's the only one who looks good in the room is my current boyfriend. Ryan. Opposite me is my best friend Summer Roberts. And this is my typical night out with them. I'm happy. Oh what the heck... It's all in my brain... I'M NOT! Everything has turned into a routine and I swear I'm getting sick of it.
Alex pops up and brings over the drinks.
"Call me if you need anything." Alex smiled and walked away.
Marissa follows her with her gaze. And for a moment her eyes were locked to the swaying golden hair.
Now that's nice. Ok... Hold it... Rewind... She's nice. I mean... She smiles even though we sometimes treat her like a robot. Yeah I know her. I went to High School with her. She was seated next to me. Alex Kelly. How could I forget? She's the only best thing in High School. Only if she knew. But it's different now. This isn't High School anymore. Ok... Stop. I can't think about her that way anymore because I have a boyfriend... Although... Yeah... She's hotter than ever.
Marissa smiled at herself. Ryan and Summer shot her confused looks.
"Penny for your thoughts?" Summer asked.
"It's nothing really. Go drink up!" Marissa took her shot glass up and made a throw down.
To puppy loves, first loves, lost loves...
Marissa put the shot glass down to the table and glanced at Alex who was standing beside the bar.
And to loves that could have been...
