Author: Jen

Author's Note: This story takes place during high school. POV changes within the story, the name at the top clarifies who it is. Please Read and Review

Disclaimer: Unfortunately, I do not own anything or any of the characters.

A/N: Joey moves in next door to Rachel and Monica develops a huge crush on him. Soon, complications arise that will test true feelings and true friendships.

Monica

Today is the first day back to Lincoln High. It has been a long summer and I am excited to get back to school for my sophomore year! This year is going to be my year because I plan to lose one hundred pounds! I was supposed to lose at least half over the summer, but I only lost eight and then…I kind of gained it back last week. – Yeah I know it doesn't look good, but really this will be my year…seriously!

I look at myself in the mirror. I fix my hair and make-up a little as the final touches. Then I make my way downstairs and find my best friend, Rachel Green, waiting for me. She just got a new nose job done and my parents are marveling about her new look. I have always thought Rachel was pretty and her old nose certainly didn't put a damper in her popularity, but she does look good. I guess she's just even prettier now. Rachel was enjoying the attention at first, but soon enough she needed some saving. I pulled her away from them and yelled,

"We gotta get to school, bye mom, bye dad!"

Lucky for me, we arrived at school early and had some time before the first bell. Almost immediately after arriving out front, old friends were running up to Rachel. They were all catching up and praising her new nose. A few friends said hello to me, but I mainly stood in the back with a goofy smile on my face. Then Chip, Rachel's ex-boyfriend, walked up to her and asked for a minute alone. I couldn't have felt more special when Rachel turned to me, her face asking if it was okay.

"Sure, go ahead," I said proudly. I had a face on that read, 'Of all her popular friends crowded around her, she asked me!' Her crowd of friends started whispering as they quickly dispersed. I just kept standing in the same square of grass as I watched Chip lead Rachel over to the side of the building. Of all the times I have envied Rachel, which has been a lot; this was one of the biggest things. I knew it could never happen, but I always thought Chip was uber cute and would love to go out with him! He was also one of the most popular guys in school, being the star quarterback usually has that effect.

After starting to feel a little awkward, standing by myself, I fished out a book from my backpack and began reading. I was aware it made me look nerdy, but I figured not much will matter after I lose the weight and look gorgeous! I didn't look up from my book when I felt a girl whoosh by, behind me, her laughter ringing in my ears. I could hear the faint sound of someone else running when the sound increased and continued to grow until it crashed right into me. I fell to the ground as the boy that ran into me tumbled over me. He quickly got up after another second and apologized.

"Oh, sorry, I didn't see you there."

My first thought was how could he not? He was probably thinking the same thing when he got a better look at me. Nevertheless, he still put his hand out to help me up. I doubted he would be able to, but after taking my hand, he used his other hand to pull both my arms up. He finally pulled me up while trying not to fall over once again from all the strength he had to use. He wasn't the first guy to manage to help me up, but I was always impressed whenever someone did. He let out a sarcastic breath as to say, 'close one', and then gave me a small, sheepish smile. It was because of his cute smile I noticed how attractive he was. I took a long look at him then. He had dark, wavy hair with deep, chocolate brown eyes. I realized I had never seen him around before and wondered if he was one of the new kids. A new family just recently moved to town. A few moments passed before he became uncomfortable with my staring.

"So…you okay?" His question knocked me out of my gaze.

"Oh, yeah, fine. Thanks," I kept smiling so much. I tried to bite back my enormous smile, but it must have looked weird because he gave me a strange look.

"Okay, well…bye," he said and left. I watched him walk away until he was out of site. Rachel came up behind me.

"Who was that?" she asked.

"I don't know; he just ran into me by accident. I haven't seen him around, though, I think he might be one of the new kids," I sounded giggly and Rachel took notice.

"Aw Mon, you like him don't you?" she poked fun.

"I don't even know him, not even his name," I argued. "I wonder what it is," my voice turned to the embarrassing dreamy, melting tone again.

Rachel gave me a wide smile.

"Okay, cut it out Rachel. So what did Chip want?" I changed the subject.

"Ugg, just the usual, he tries to charm his way back to me, but only 'cause he wants something." The school bell rang and we went into the building to start the day.

The next morning, I walk out my front door with Rachel, to walk to school, when she quickly tugs at my arm and pulls me to the curb.

"What?" I say nearly out of breath from her actions.

"You're going to be sooo happy when I tell you this," she smirks at me. I just wait for it.

"That boy that ran you over…"

"He didn't r-"

"Whatever, he is my next door neighbor."

My mouth drops at her words, but it's not until the next secret she reveals do I feel like a lovesick, twelve year old girl again.

"And want to know how I found out? His bedroom window is directly across from mine. I saw him in his bedroom," Rachel gloats.

My eyes completely widen at that, there are so many things I want to blurt out.

"Wait, he wasn't…" I quickly want to verify that-

"No, he was fully clothed, god Monica you are so dirty!" Rachel teased.

"Hey! Well, I have to come over now…I mean after school, not to spy on him, just to- you know," I ramble on uncontrollably.

"Okay, okay. My god I really hope you don't have to talk to him because you can't even keep it together while talking about him!"

I playfully glare at her and we finally start our walk to school. I guess I was wrong, now I really envy Rachel. She just gets all the luck, doesn't she!