Preface
Things like this just don't happen in real life. One moment you are doing maths, considering committing suicide and then suddenly, the risk of dying isn't just a thought... its reality.
The moment that alarm sounded, the whole world just stopped. Everything froze in its place, leaving you as the only liveable thing.
I'm not going to lie. I wasn't strong. I was weak and alone. I was scared and I just wanted to be anywhere but at that school.
I wish it turned out differently. But, I guess it turned out the way it did for a reason.
A reason I will never forget.
"Max? Come on get up sweetie, you'll be late to school."
I groaned loudly as my mother's words registered my ears, yet made no movement to get up. She shook me lightly before walking over to the window and opened the curtains, resulting to the bright morning light pour into my room. I cringed and pulled the blanket above my eyes as the bright light burned my eyes.
I really hate mornings.
"Max!" I sighed deeply before peeling the last of my blankets off of my body and move towards my closet. I pulled my cheerleading uniform out of the closet and threw it on in a flourish. I quickly tied my dirty blonde hair up into a messy bun before making my way downstairs and into the kitchen. I grabbed an apple from the fruit bowel before hastily grabbing my school bag and heading towards the door.
"Bye mum!" I yelled before closing the door behind me and racing towards the school bus which was parked across the road.
I hurried across the road and up the buses stairs "Morning." I smiled to the bus driver in a polite manner despite how annoyed I was to be going to school.
"Morning." He grumbled back. I ignored his unpleasant tone and made my way to the back of the bus to where my other friends were sitting. The bus started to drive as I made my way down the rows of seat. I grabbed onto the chairs for support as the bus stumbled down the road, throwing me sideways as I still attempted to get down the back.
"Hey max!" Matilda yelled from where she sat and waved. Momentarily forgetting about the rocking motions from the bus, I let go of the seats safety and waved back. In the same instant, a large jolt sent me flying sideways into one of the occupied seats, making me fall backwards, straight into a strangers lap.
"Why hello there, nice of you to drop by." A low voice flirted back at me as he looked down at my body lying on top of his. I quickly jumped off of him, mortified that I just fell on top of the schools sleazebag.
"Where you going?" he reached out to pull me back down. I grabbed his wrist and twisted it behind his back.
"Don't you EVER touch me again." I growled at him in fury. His eyes widened in fear at my sudden change in mood. I let go of his arm and turned around making my way to the group of girls laughing up the back.
I sat down in the seat by the window next to Matilda. She looked at me, obviously trying hard not to laugh at what just happened.
"So, Max." She began, biting her lip to keep herself from collapsing in a fit of giggles.
I turned towards her and glared. "Shut up." She let out a small laugh before turning to her left and talking to another girl. I sighed; well this is a great start to a new day. I don't know how I can survive till three-thirty. It is definitely going to be an effort to get through.
I turned my attention to the outside world. The sun was shining, the birds were singing, the kids outside were laughing. In other words, the world was mocking me.
The bus started to slow as we began to pull into the next bus stop. As we slowly drew to a halt, my eyes ran over a boy leaning against the bus shelter waiting for the bus to steady itself. I didn't recognise this boy at all. It's as though I've never see him in my life. If I did, I would definitely remember him.
He fit all the categories. Tall? Check. Handsome? Hells yeah! Personality? Unknown, but it seems dark and mysterious, major turn on. Eyes? So dark I could drown in them. And for the record, I totally would if I had the chance. Body? ... Indescribable. This boy is a perfect ten. Why have I never noticed him before? As my mind babbled in pointless thoughts, his eyes suddenly glazed over mine, holding contact for a few moments. I blushed deeply before looking away shyly. From the corner of my eye, I swear I saw him crack a smile. Who am I kidding? I bet he gets this kind of behaviour from girls every day. I'm just a girl on the bus. The door swung open, sending a sweep of warm air into the bus, filling it with the sweet scent of the summertime. Just as perfectly as he had been standing, the mysterious boy entered the bus with graceful steps. You could practically hear all the girls gasp at the mere sight of him. I'm not surprised; he can definitely be considered a god. But I'm not going to be like all the other girls. I have made a decision to not fall at this baffling guys feet and beg him to love me. No, unlike the other girls, I have some dignity.
I watched as he walked down the small aisle and took a seat three rows in front of me.
Not that I wasted my time counting or anything...
Why am I watching him? What did I just vow not to do? Really, I have no self control whatsoever.
"Max?" Matilda tapped my shoulder, interrupting my vast babble currently taking place in my head. I looked up at her standing figure and raised my eyebrows.
"We are at school." She said pointing towards the brick building sitting in front of us.
"Right." I grabbed my bag and followed Matilda off the bus.
"So, excited for another day at school?" she chirped happily. I gave her a sarcastic grin.
"Of course! Who wouldn't want to be stuck in this hell-hole?"
She sighed at my lack of enthusiasm. "Come on, Max. It really isn't that bad."
I looked at her dumbfounded. "Isn't that bad? Isn't that bad? Watching gossip girl isn't that bad. Eating raw fish isn't that bad. Sleeping in on weekends isn't that bad. Going to school is very, very bad. Its complete torture."
She rolled her eyes, "Max, you're over exaggerating."
I shrugged my shoulders as we neared the doors leading into the school building.
"Maybe I am. But who knows, my views may change if something interesting happens today."
And boy did something happen.
