Here's a highschool Au I got the idea to start! My goal is to start writing longer chapters. Updates may be slower as I will work on them between updates for my other stories. Hope you enjoy! I have many ideas planned for this.
The sun was beginning to rise in sky, as David turned around in his comfy bed and cuddled with one of his pillows. Adjusting to going to school every week was always incredibly difficult for any kid and David was no exception. David opened his eyes and looked at his alarm clock. He sighed when he saw it was only 6:00. School starts in 2 hours. David pondered if he should go back to sleep, before he heard the doorbell.
"Looks like i'm getting up," David mumbled to himself before getting out of bed.
David left his room with a sour expression on his face. Getting up earlier than usual for school was always a chore, but somebody interrupting the already limited time for sleep was inexcusable.
"Who could it be? Usually Hilda is up at this time," David mumbled to himself.
David reached the door and opened it, to find Trevor standing there, with a friendly smile and his hands in his pockets. David's eyes widened in complete shock. Trevor was the last person you would expect to be up this early on a school day.
"Davey, it's nice to see you are up this early!" Trevor exclaimed.
David playfully rolled his eyes, "Thanks to you," David raised his right hand and placed in under his chin, "What are you doing up this early?"
"I have been up all night working on a special project," Trevor answered with a yawn.
"You stayed up all night on a school day? Are you insane? I mean even more than usual?" David asked with a sigh.
"Davey, trust me this is incredibly important," Trevor responded while holding up his hands.
"Your mum didn't noticed?" David asked.
"As you know she is too busy working 2 jobs," Trevor answered.
"But still," David insisted with a sigh, "What project have you been working on? Is it another get rich quick scheme?"
Trevor nodded, "I am working on a way to win the lottery!"
David eyes widened in complete surprised before he started laughing uncontrollably. Trevor blinked in confusion before he gave David an unamused look.
"What's so funny?" Trevor asked.
"Trevor, you had plenty of strange ideas, but this one takes the cake. The lottery is a fool's errand. What makes you think you can beat the odds and win?" David managed to say between the laughter.
Trevor grinned, "Davey, contrary to popular belief, I am not an idiot. I won't consider it until I know for sure I can win. I am researching and developing a way for me to predict the winning numbers," Trevor placed his hands in his pockets and pulled them inside out, "I am tired of being broke most of the time!"
"You could get a job," David suggested.
Trevor frowned and shook his head, "No, I don't want to work hard each week and barely make any."
David sighed and shook his head, "Life would be better if you stop being lazy."
"Life would be better if people start realizing they deserve so much more and find ways to get their money's worth," Trevor responded.
"You showed up about 2 hours before school to tell me about your plan to try and win the lottery?" David asked.
"Yeah, I knew it would annoy you," Trevor answered with a smirk.
David groaned, "Sometimes, I wonder why I am friends with you."
"Davey, I can't believe you would say that after all the time we bonded during detention!" Trevor responded.
David only rolled his eyes in response. Trevor was the whole reason he got so many detentions over the years. However, David had to admit Trevor was right! They both have developed a bond over the years and despite how annoying Trevor can be, David still considers him a friend.
"Anyway, you want to get breakfast?" David asked after a few moments of silence.
"Sure. You are buying right?" Trevor responded.
David nodded, "Yes, I have you covered."
"Awesome! I will be sure to pay you back Davey and much more when my plan works!" Trevor exclaimed in excitement.
David playfully rolled his eyes, "What are you going to do when it backfires?"
"That won't happen Davey! I am finally going to be rich! I can feel it!" Trevor responded.
"Whatever you say," David said with a chuckle.
"I will wait for you to get ready?" Trevor told David before taking a seat on the couch.
Remembering, that he was still in his pajamas, David awkwardly rubbed the back of his head.
"Right. Feel free to watch T.V.," David said before rushing to the bathroom.
Trevor smirked at his embarrassed friend and chuckled before grabbing the remote, on the living room table. Trevor turned on the T.V. and searched through the channels for something to watch. Trevor sighed as he pondered his life. He is only 14 years old and he already is having some issues. After the bird incident in his youth he ended up ditching his so called former friends for refusing to believe him about that talking bird. Seriously, they lived in a world filled with supernatural creatures and many other aspects of magic and they refused to even considered the possibility of talking birds. Trevor shook his head at the reminder of his former friends stupidly. Trevor has never been a fan of the annual parade, but after that incident he was the most vocal hater. Every year he would refused to leave his house on that day and only do things he enjoyed in order to forget all about it! Ever since then Trevor hasn't had a close friend, besides David! Sure, other kids were friendly, but they and Trevor never really got close. Trevor turned off the T.V. and sighed. No use in crying over spilled milk. Trevor decided that he can only focus on the present and hopefully make his future better than the past!
Hilda left the bathroom with an excited smile on her face. Hilda's outfit hasn't changed much over the years, other than ditching her beret and wearing skirts of different colors. Her hair has also become longer and more of a hassle, so she usually keeps it in a long ponytail. Unlike most kids Hilda likes to get up early no matter the occasion. While, she doesn't like school like most, she is always interesting in experiencing as much of life as possible. Hilda entered the kitchen to find her mother, cooking pancakes.
"Good morning Hilda. Sleep well?" Johanna greeted.
"Good morning mum," Hilda greeted back with a smile, "I slept fine. I am used to getting up early."
Johanna smiled and nodded, "Yes, you have always been like that."
Before Hilda could respond, Twig entered the kitchen and rushed towards Hilda. Hilda smiled and lowered down towards Twig. Hilda had been afraid of Twig becoming more like a deer over the years and becoming too big to keep, but to her relief he stayed the size of a typical fox.
"Good morning Twig," Hilda greeted her deerfox.
Twig licked Hilda's face in response.
"Hilda, do you have any plans?" Johanna asked.
"Not really. Hopefully, I will be able to spend time with Frida and David," Hilda answered with a sigh.
"Is something wrong?" Johanna asked her daughter.
Hilda sighed, "Just that... well... You know David is friends with Trevor, right?"
Johanna nodded, "Was he the kid who made a horrible first impression by throwing a rock at the Raven?"
Hilda nodded with a disgusted look on her face, "I don't understand how David can tolerate him, let alone be friends with him!"
Johanna couldn't help the smirk on her face, "I never would have thought you of all people would think that way about somebody."
Hilda gave her mother a confused look, "What do you mean?" The look changed to a look of disgust, "He was horrible. How could he do that?"
"Hilda, you have befriended almost every creature you met, or at the very least are on friendly terms with them," Johanna answered.
"I guess, but Trevor just rubs me the wrong way!" Hilda responded.
"Do you trust David?" Johanna asked.
"Of course I do," Hilda answered.
"Then David must have a good reason to be friends with Trevor. You don't have to like him, but if you care for David you must learn to tolerate his friendship with Trevor," Johanna explained.
Hilda sighed, "I know mum! It's just hard!"
Johanna walked to Hilda and gave her a comforting hug, "I know honey, but you must stay strong."
Hilda nodded and returned the hug, "I will!"
Hilda and Johanna released each other and Hilda took a seat at the kitchen table. After a few minutes, Johanna placed a plate filled with pancakes on the table.
"Eat up honey," Johanna told her.
"Oh joy pancakes!" Alfur exclaimed before climbing up the kitchen table.
"Good morning Alfur! Want me to rip you a small piece?" Hilda greeted.
"No, I can do it. I am not a child Hilda. I am a fully grown adult," Alfur scoffed.
Hilda chuckled, "Sorry Alfur. I just can't take you seriously as an adult considering our size difference."
Alfur shook his head, "Ever since you started puberty you have been getting more annoying."
Hilda grinned, "Like I said there is a size difference between us,"
"Hilda, stop taunting Alfur," Johanna scolded, but she was fighting a smile.
"Yes, mum," Hilda simply said.
Hilda took a couple pieces of pancakes and poured Mabel syrup on them.
"Hilda, could you get a small container so I can pour some on mine?" Alfur asked.
"Now you want my help?" Hilda teased with a smirk.
Alfur crossed his arms in annoyance, "Whatever. Are you going to help?"
"Mum do we have anything?" Hilda asked.
"This is the smallest container we have," Johanna answered handing Hilda a small container used to drink medicine.
Hilda took the container and filled it with Mabel syrup and put it in the table next to Alfur. Alfur managed to carefully poured Mabel syrup onto his small pieces of pancakes.
"Well, Summer break is almost here! Do you have any plans Hilda?" Alfur asked.
Hilda nodded, "Plenty! It will be a full summer of fun times with my friends. Plenty of scout badges to earn and creatures to meet. Who knows what adventures Frida, David, and I will get up to!" Hilda answered excitedly.
"Don't forget me!" Alfur responded in mock offense.
Hilda nodded, "Of course not! You may be small, but I will never forget you."
"Quit it!" Alfur snapped.
Hilda only laughed and gave Alfur a smile, before eating her pancakes.
"Hilda, is going to be the death of me," Alfur mumbled to himself.
"Did you say something Alfur?" Hilda asked.
Alfur shook his head, "No, I am just excited for summer break."
Hilda nodded and smiled, "You and me both."
Suddenly, Hilda felt her cell phone vibrate in her pocket. Hilda took her phone out of her pocket and turned it on to see she had received a text from David.
"A text from David? What does he want?" Hilda asked.
"Perhaps, he will be late?" Alfur guessed.
"Maybe. Let's see," Hilda responded.
Frida entered the kitchen, completely ready for school. Her parents were sitting at the kitchen table and drinking coffee.
"Good morning Frida. It's almost the end of your freshman year at highschool. Are you excited?" Frida's mom greeted.
"Yes, mum it has been quite interesting," Frida answered before taking a seat.
"Your father and I know you have been working hard and will most likely have the best grades of the year,"
"I hope that is the case," Frida simply said.
Suddenly, Frida felt her phone vibrate in her pocket, but didn't take it out. Frida didn't want to disrespect her parents by taking it out during their conversation.
"Frida, you did all the hard work and you deserve it. Hard to believe in a few years you will be an adult out in the real world. I just know you will do well," Frida's dad told her.
"Right. Thanks dad," Frida responded nervously.
After a few more minutes of awkward conversation Frida was free to leave the house. Frida took her phone out and checked the message from David.
Frida and Hilda I will be having breakfast with Trevor so don't bother waiting for me at our usual spot before school. Sorry this is last minute but you know how Trevor is. See you at school.
Frida sighed and shook her head. As far as Frida was concerned, Trevor was an annoying pain in the butt that she can't quite figure out. How David is able to tolerate him, let alone be friends with him is an unsolvable mystery! Not even Hilda can tolerate him for long!
Frida took a relaxing deep breath and decided to make her way to the town park, the meeting spot. At the very least she could have some quality girl time with Hilda. Frida likes David but Hilda is just easier to have fun with.
David and Trevor entered the town diner.
"Thanks again for covering for me. I will be sure to pay you back," Trevor said.
"I hope you include interest," David responded with a smirk.
"If we haven't become such good friends I would accuse you of being friends with me for my money," Trevor told David, returning the smirk.
"You mean the money you don't have and most likely not even get," David said with a chuckle.
"I will get it. You will see," Trevor responded with a yawn.
David gave Trevor a concerned look, "We might as well get you some coffee while we are here."
"Sure, I wouldn't mind, but why?" Trevor asked.
"It might help you get through the day. Besides, we don't want you sleeping in class," David explained.
Trevor held his hands up, "Ok. Getting some coffee might help. I have never tried it before. I wonder how it tastes."
"It's kinda bitter but it's enjoyable," David answered.
"Kinda like life," Trevor mumbled,
"Did you say something?" David asked.
Trevor shook his head, "No, let's just eat."
David and Trevor took a seat at a booth and waited patiently for the waitress. The waitress, an attractive blonde, quickly appeared and gave the boys a smirk.
"Shouldn't you boys be in school?" She teased.
David nervously rubbed his head and Trevor gave the blonde a smile.
"We are getting some breakfast before school. I have to say it's great to see a beautiful face till then," Trevor said.
The waitress started blushing and gave Trevor a smile, "Aren't you sweet. What can I get you two boys?"
"We will both have some pancakes and bacon," Trevor answered.
"Coming right up," The waitress responded.
"Oh almost forgot we both will also like some coffee," Trevor told her.
"No problem. Be right back!" The waitress said with a giggle.
Trevor turned towards David to find a stunned look on his face. Trevor raised his eyebrows and frowned a bit.
"What?" Trevor asked.
David shook his head, "How did you do that?"
"Do what?" Trevor asked confused.
"Make the waitress blush," David clarified.
"I just complimented her and it just happened to make her blush," Trevor answered like it was the simplest thing in the world.
"You make it sound so simple," David told him.
"That's because it is," Trevor responded.
David shook his head, "Anyway, what makes you think you can win the lottery?"
Trevor gave David a smile, "Because I am working hard on being able to,"
"That's a first," David mumbled.
"What did you say?" Trevor asked.
"You usually never work hard on anything. Why start now on this of all things?" David asked.
"It's incredibly important to me Davey," Trevor simply answered.
"I guess I can see why," David said.
"You do?" Trevor asked.
David nodded, "Yes, it"s bad enough with your mother working all the time for you to make ends meet. You do understand it's important for her to make enough for you two to live as comfortable as possible, right?"
Trevor held up his hands, "Of course I do! I just want to do what I can to help,"
"You could get a part time job," David suggested.
"Davey I want to help, but I want to do it my way," Trevor responded
David rolled his eyes, "Of course. Your way usually involves a devious plan to get ahead."
Trevor grinned in response, "Anyway, how is Fri Fri and Hildy doing?"
David sighed and shook his head, "You know they hate those nicknames."
Trevor nodded, "Yes, that is part of the reason I love to call them by those names,"
Before David could respond the waitress returned with the boy's breakfast.
"Hope you boys enjoy!" She said with a bright smile, that was mainly focused on Trevor.
Trevor smiled back, "Oh we will! Hopefully we see each other again!"
The waitress blushed and giggled, "Feel free to come back. I will be happy to serve you!"
The waitress left the boys. Trevor picked up his mug of coffee and took a sip.
"This tastes amazing!" Trevor exclaimed.
David picked up his own mug and took a sip, "It's more tolerable now but still not something I really want to drink."
"Can I have it?" Trevor asked
David shook his head, "Trust me the last thing you need is more caffeine."
"Aw. Come on!" Trevor begged.
"No! I will see if I can get you some at lunch if you need an extra boost," David responded.
"Seriously, I am going to try to get some every day," Trevor said with a grin before taking another sip.
David only rubbed his head while Trevor began to eat his pancakes.
Hilda was sitting on the park bench, waiting for Frida. Hilda sighed as she took another look at the text David sent her. Hilda was known for being able to befriend almost every creature she had come in contact with, but Trevor has been one of the few exceptions. There is just something about him that manages to get under her skin. Not even the woodman is able to annoy her this much. It all started that day when he caused Raven to lose his memories. Sure, he had no idea who he truly was, but the fact he hurt an innocent creature still disgusts her to this day. Since then she tries to avoid him as much as she can. Unfortunately, being the same age had caused them to be in the same class or share a few classes as they entered high school. The worst part was that David ended up befriending him. How and why were questions she and Frida have been trying to answer for over two years now.
"Hilda!" Frida shouted while moving her hands in front of Hilda's face.
"Yes, Frida?" Hilda asked sheepishly
"What's on your mind?" Frida asked before sitting on the bench next to Hilda.
Hilda sighed, "Just Trevor and more importantly why David is friends with him," Hilda answered.
Frida nodded, "What does he see in him?"
"I don"t know and it's driving me crazy," Hilda answered.
"You aren't the only one. You should see him in math. He ever pays attention and I swear I even caught him sleeping a few times," Frida complained.
"Why didn't you tell Ms. Wright?" Hilda asked.
"I don't know for sure if he was. I rather not take the risk if i was mistaken and waste her time," Frida answered.
"I promised my mum i would try to tolerate their friendship, but i don't really know if i can," Hilda admitted.
"You aren't alone! I am sure we can do it together," Frida assured her.
"Thanks Frida!"
"No problem Hilda!"
Trevor and David entered the school with smiles on their faces.
"Do you think you will be able to last the entire day?" David asked
"Davey, relax I will be fine!" Trevor assured him.
"If you insist," David mumbled.
"We might as well relax before the first bell," Trevor suggested.
"Right," David responded before following Trevor.
Hilda and Frida entered the school with determined looks on their faces.
"Ok we will try to get David to spend the rest of the day with us," Hilda said determined/
"Roger that!" Frida said just as determined.
Trevor smiled as he entered his favorite class, math, before the late bell rang and took his seat. Trevor didn't just enjoy math because he was gifted with the ability to naturally be able to do it, but because it annoyed his teacher, Ms. Penelope Wright, that he was able to ace the class without any effort. He never took notes and he made sure his assignments were turned in at the absolute last minute and he would sometimes sleep during lessons. The few times he got caught only led to him getting detention. Trevor made sure not to over do it, to prevent him from getting worst punishments. Ms. Wright has grown to dislike Trevor for getting an A in her class while making a mockery of it!
"Good morning class!" Ms. Wright announced in a boring tone.
Trevor blinked and he barely managed to hold back a yawn. Trevor didn't know if he would be able to stay awake for much longer and he wasn't willing to try. Trevor closed his eyes and quickly went to sleep.
"Since finals are coming up i decided to have you all practice solving equations and what better way to motivate all of you then a little competition. I will write down two different equations of the same difficulty level and two students will try to solve them as fast as they can. The fastest one to solve it with the correct answer will win a piece of candy. We will repeat until the end of class," Ms. Wright told the class.
The class quietly cheered and Frida had a smug smile on her face. Frida believed she would be undefeated, as she was the hardest working student in the entire school.
It was halfway through class when Ms. Wright called Trevor's name. To her frustration and most of the students amusement Trevor didn't answer.
"Trevor! Get to the front of the classroom!"
After a few moments of silence, Ms. Wright walked to Trevor's desk and upon discovering his sleeping body, glared at the boy.
"Trevor get up!" Ms. Wright shouted angrily
Trevor woke up and instinctively rubbed his eyes before yawning. Upon noticing the angry teacher in front of him he smiled.
"Either I slept in class again, or I am in hell. Strange, I don't recall meeting Saint Peter," Trevor mumbled.
The students who managed to hear Trevor chuckled, while Ms. Wright resisted the urge to tell the boy to report to the principal's office.
"Normally, this means a trip to the principal's office, but today I am feeling like giving you mercy," Ms. Wright told Trevor.
"You are? So, I can just get back to sleep and..."
"Not so fast! Today we have been solving equations by having two students try to solve theirs before the other. It's your turn and since I know class is boring for you, why not give you the ultimate challenge," Ms. Wright said with an evil smile.
Trevor blinked in surprise, "Ultimate challenge?"
"Yes, you are going up against Frida! You both have the exact same percentage in my class," Ms. Wright stated in disgust, "It's time to see who can solve the fastest!"
Trevor's face lit up, "Awesome! Is there a prize?"
"The normal prize is some candy, but for you to make things more interesting, there will be a wager. If Frida wins you will go to the principal's office and will spend after school detention writing lines on the blackboard and i will be watching you. However, if you win feel free to nap all you want for the rest of the year," Ms. Wright said.
"That sounds awesome! Thank you!" Trevor exclaimed
"Whatever. You two better get to it," Ms. Wright said before giving Frida a smile.
Frida smiled back, ready and excited at the opportunity to show Trevor up before he gets in trouble. It seems fate was giving her a chance to finally release all her frustrations at the boy, by beating him at this wager in front of the entire class. Frida and Trevor walked to the blackboard, and picked up a piece of chalk.
"Well, Fri Fri may the best student win."
"Don't call me that!" Frida snapped before giving the boy a glare, "Get ready to lose and get punished!"
Trevor chuckled, "You are cute when you get so serious!"
Frida was unable to fight the blush that appeared on her face.
"Stop talking!" Frida groaned.
"Ok. Let's get to it!" Trevor said before taking a look at his complex problem.
Trevor noticed his problem seemed to be more advanced than what they usually cover. Figures, Ms. Wright would give him a harder problem, just to get back at him for his antics. Fortunately, it was nothing Trevor couldn't handle. Trevor managed to work the problem out fairly quickly and placed his chalk down right when Frida was on the final step on her's.
"Done!" Trevor announced with a yawn.
Frida dropped the chalk in complete surprised before she could began to write the solution.
"It's has to be correct, Trevor," Ms. Wright snapped.
Trevor yawned, "It is! Go check if you don't believe me. Good night."
Frida looked at Trevor's problem and was stunned that not only was the answer correct, but his problem was a little harder than her's. Frida closed her eyes and shook her head. He can't be smarter. He was just faster at writing things out! Still, losing left a bitter taste in her mouth and god knows she was going to complain about it!
Ms. Wright looked at Trevor's solution and shook her fist in anger. His method of working it out was flawless and he did it quickly too! Her attempt at shaming him in front of everyone and giving him her own kind of punishment has failed! She took a deep breath. At least she only has to deal with him for a few more weeks.
Hilda entered her second period, art with a smile, as it was a class she shared with David. Hilda loves art as it gives her an outlet to express herself creatively and help her improve on her drawing skills. Hilda took a seat at her group's table and mentally went over what to say to David.
"Good morning Hilda!" David greeted nervously.
Truth be told David was nervous after deciding to spend the morning before school with Trevor instead of her and Frida and was hoping they weren't too mad.
Hilda blinked in surprise at the arrival of the person occupying her thoughts, before giving David a smile.
"Good morning David! How was your morning with Trevor?" Hilda said, spitting out Trevor's name in disgust.
David sighed, happy that her anger was at least not directed at him and returned the smile," It went as well as it usually does."
"Well, maybe after school you can make up for it!" Hilda suggested.
"What do you have in mind?" David asked.
"You, me, and Frida spend the evening at the mall! Maybe even prepare for the annual scouts trip!" Hilda answered.
David placed his hands on his chin and pondered his options. A trip to the mall with the girls isn't his idea of fun, but he felt he owed it to them. At the same time David was concerned for Trevor. Despite, Trevor's statements to the contrary, David was concerned he was after a fool's errand.
Hilda frowned as she watched David think about her offer. What was taking him so long to answer? It shouldn't be that hard to figure out! Hilda was getting scared that she was losing David to Trevor.
"Ok. That sounds like fun," David finally answered.
Hilda smiled, "Great! What took you so long to answer?"
David felt sweat run down his neck, "Um. well..."
"Do you really have that much fun with him?" Hilda asked.
David nodded and looked away.
Hilda sighed, "I don't know how or why you two are friends."
"We have fun and actually enjoy each other's company like every other friend," David answered simply.
"Yes, but how do you two do that?" Hilda asked.
"Sorry Hilda I can't answer that with anything other than we just do," David answered.
"At least we are still friends," Hilda said with a smile.
"Of course! Nothing will change that," David responded returning the smile.
Trevor was sitting at a lunch table, that usually only he and David use. Sometimes, a few kids that many consider nerds would sit at the table. He and David were friendly and even defended them from the jocks. Trevor has always hated being labeled at school. Everyone should be treated equally was a core belief he felt was worth fighting for. Why should someone be treated as lesser just for being different? The nerds and David were nowhere in sight. Trevor wondered if David was getting his coffee.
"Hey Trevor."
Trevor turned to find Brad, one of the nerds that usually sits by him and David.
"Hey Brad. Where are the others?" Trevor asked.
"They are in their anime club meeting. I decided to sit it out for once," Brad answered.
"Why?" Trevor asked.
"Well, I wanted to know if the rumors i heard about you are true," Brad answered.
"What rumors?" Trevor asked.
"That you beat Frida at solving a math problem during first period," Brad answered.
Trevor smiled, "Yes, that one is true. Also in doing so I won the privilege to sleep in math class for the rest of the year,"
"You sleep in class?" Brad asked.
"Sometimes," Trevor answered.
"How did you beat Frida then?" Brad asked.
"Natural talent," Trevor answered.
Before Brad could respond a few jocks appeared at the table.
"Look boys this nerd is all alone!" One jock said.
"What am I? The ghost of christmas present?" Trevor mumbled.
"Did he get rejected by his group?" another jock taunted.
"Leave him alone!" Trevor told the jocks.
The jocks looked at Trevor with stunned looks on their faces.
"Trevor, what a surprised," One jock said.
"Not as much as how surprised I am you guys can function, despite lacking the common sense to not be surprised at me being here when I sit here everyday and even defend the same people from you. Thanks guys for proving people can get alzheimer's at a young age," Trevor taunted.
The jocks gave Trevor a glare.
"Trevor, are you asking for trouble?" One jock asked.
Before Trevor could tell the jocks to shove it in a creative way, a teacher walked right up to them.
"Is there a problem?" she asked.
"Not at all! We were just saying hi. See you two later Trevor and Brad," One jock said before leaving.
The rest of the jocks left. Trevor shook his head and Brad took a seat at the table. Upon seeing there was nothing going on the teacher left the two and walked around the cafeteria, making sure things were going smoothly.
"Thanks Trevor," Brad told him.
Trevor nodded, "No problem. I know what it's like to be picked on,"
"Trevor, I have your coffee," David announced before walking to the table.
Trevor rolled his eyes, "No need to announced it to the world."
"Right. Sorry," David said sheepishly.
Trevor took his cup of coffee and smiled upon noticing the cup was bigger than the mug from this morning.
"More coffee! Awesome!" Trevor mumbled before taking a sip.
"I trust you didn't sleep in class?" David asked.
Trevor sighed, "Just during first hour."
"Trevor, you know she has something against you," David lectured.
Trevor smiled, "Funny story actually."
"You mean you didn't hear David?" Brad asked.
"Hear what?" David asked.
"Let's just say during last period Fri Fri will be complaining to you about little ol' me," Trevor answered before explaining to David what had happened during first period.
Hilda nervously entered sixth period. She had heard the rumors of Trevor beating Frida during first period and if they were true Frida will be complaining to her about it. Hilda hopes Frida isn't too angry. Frida could be scary when she got too angry and the fact she got the wrestling badge at a younger age just adds onto it. regardless, Hilda will do her best to comfort the girl.
"Hilda, you wouldn't believe what happened during first period," Frida said with a sigh.
Hilda shook her head, "I am sure I know who this is about."
Frida gave Hilda a small smile, "Yes, it is kinda obvious."
"There are rumors about it! I see they are true," Hilda said.
Frida frowned, "Yes, it was my chance to get one on him and get him in trouble, but I blew it."
"Frida, I am sure you will have another opportunity to do it," Hilda assured her.
"You really think so?" Frida asked
"I do! Plus David agreed to come with us after school," Hilda answered.
"Finally some good news," Frida responded.
"That is only the beginning! Hilda assured her.
Trevor left the building with David by his side.
"Well, we didn't get detention! What do you want to do buddy?" Trevor asked.
David playfully rolled his eyes, "Coming from the guy who almost got detention for sleeping in class, after getting coffee," David sighed, "Sorry I promised I would spend time with Hilda and Frida at the mall."
Trevor shrugged his shoulders, "Ok. I am fine with spending time at the mall with the girls,"
David sighed, "Sorry I don't think they want you there."
"Right. I guess I can spend some time alone. I might as well continue my project," Trevor said with a sigh.
"Look if there is time I will pay you a visit," David promised.
"Ok. I will see you then," Trevor said before walking home.
David sighed as he watched Trevor walk away and resisted the urge to run after him and go with him instead of meeting with the girls. David managed to look away and wait for Hilda and Frida to show up.
"David ready for fun?" Hilda asked excited.
"David, I am happy to see Trevor took the hint," Frida said pointing at Trevor's figure in the distance.
David nodded halfheartedly, "He is lucky I convinced you to let me break it to him alone."
"Though, I wouldn't mind to get him in a headlock" Frida admitted.
"Let's get to the mall," Hilda suggested.
Hilda and Frida entered the mall with excited looks on their faces. Frida was excited to be able to do something relaxing after a hard day, while Hilda was just excited to spend time with her best friends, just like old times. David followed behind the girls, with a neutral expression on his face.
"Come on David!" Hilda shouted.
"I am right behind you," David responded.
"What should we do first?" Frida asked.
"Good question. We could check out supplies for the upcoming scout trip," Hilda suggested.
"Or we could check out some new clothes," Frida suggested, looking more at David.
"Frida! Are you trying to tortue David?" Hilda scolded.
"He doesn't seem to have any issues with it. If he did he would have objected," Frida defended.
David blinked, "Were you two talking about me?"
"Yes, why weren't you paying attention?" Hilda asked.
David sighed and rubbed the back of his head, "Sorry. I just have a lot on my mind right now."
"Does it involve a certain someone I don't even want to think about?" Frida asked angrily.
Normally, David would make the fatal mistake of asking if she was still angry about what happened during first period, but he didn't want to anger Frida even more.
"Just forget about it. What should we do?" David told the girls.
Frida gave David an evil smile, "We are going clothes shopping. Maybe we can find something for you."
David shrugged his shoulders, "Ok. Fine with me."
"You aren't annoyed?" Frida asked.
David shook his head, "Why would i be annoyed at spending time with friends."
"Let's go then!" Hilda told the group.
Hilda and Frida started walking to a clothing store with David walking closely behind. The girls didn't notice he had a small smile on his face.
"Trevor, was kinda right," David mumbled as he remembered the advice Trevor gave him fairly recently.
Trevor gave David an amused look, "So, they took you clothes shopping. What is so bad about that?"
David blinked in confusion, "What do you mean? Don't all boys find that horrifying?"
Trevor shook his head, "Davey that is a stereotype. There are plenty that don't. The point is complaining and fighting something so small isn't really worth it,"
"What should I do?" David asked.
"Whenever the girls want to do something. Determine if it's something that isn't a big deal and if it isn't, you join them without any complaint," Trevor answered.
"Are you sure that's a good thing?" David asked.
"Things will go smoother if you do. That is what friends do Davey. They do things others want to do, even if they don't like it!" David explained.
"It will be hard," David pointed out.
"Of course it will! Just try!" Trevor encouraged.
"I will!" David promised.
"It's still annoying, but things seem to be a lot smoother," David mumbled.
"What was that David?' Hilda asked.
David smiled, "Nothing."
Trevor entered his house and frowned upon noticing his mother wasn't home. Trevor entered his room and picked up his phone from his desk. Trevor turned it on and as he expected he had a message from his mother.
Trevor, I am working late as usual! There is some left over spaghetti in the fridge if you get hungry. I will be home when you wake up in the morning. See you soon!
Trevor sighed and placed his phone back on his desk. He picked up a book that was on his desk and opened it to the last page he was on. Trevor planned on finishing the next chapter before getting some spaghetti. Trevor sighed again as he realized he would be having dinner alone. It was the norm and yet Trevor still hasn't gotten used to it.
David mentally shook his head at the bags, Frida and Hilda were carrying. He was taking Trevor's advice but it was still something he didn't understand about the girls. Though, Hilda didn't seem to be into it as much as Frida. Speaking of Trevor, David couldn't stop thinking about how he was doing and was worried that he would be lonely. David was hoping he would have time to check up on him before curfew.
"This was fun!" Frida exclaimed.
"It also took up a lot of time," Hilda added.
"Still worth it," Frida responded.
"What should we do next?" Hilda asked.
"I am ok with looking for supplies for the scout trip," Frida answered.
Hilda checked the time on her phone, "Ok. I think we have time for a quick look then we should get going,"
David mentally groaned. All that time wasted! At least he might have time to check on Trevor.
Trevor took a bowl of spaghetti out of the microwave and grabbed a fork. Trevor decided to look on the bright side. The weekend was close, meaning he was able to see his father and his mother was off on sunday. Trevor ate the bowl of spaghetti as quickly as he could and after putting the bowl in the sink, he heard a knock on the door.
Trevor smiled, "Must be Davey."
Trevor opened the door and to his happiness was David, giving him a worried look.
"Are you alright Trevor?" David asked.
"Yes, why wouldn't I be?' Trevor asked.
"I was worried you would be lonely," David admitted.
"Davey, I am fine," Trevor assured him.
"I doubt that," David responded.
"Anyway, what do you want to do?" Trevor asked.
"I can't stay for long. I just came to check up on you," David answered.
"Can you spare a few minutes?" Trevor asked.
"I guess I can," David answered.
David followed Trevor to his room and was shocked at the pile of books on his desk.
"You are reading?" David asked.
"Research," Trevor simply answered with a yawn.
"You might want to get to bed," David pointed out.
Trevor frowned, "I was thinking about pulling another all nighter."
"No, you are not!" David snapped.
"Why not?" Trevor asked.
"You need sleep Trev," David answered.
"But this is important," Trevor responded.
"You were lucky to make it through the day. I doubt you could do the same after two sleepless nights," David pointed out.
Trevor sighed, "Fine I will."
"You better!" David demanded.
"Since when were you my third parent?" Trevor asked.
"Since your mother started working two jobs," David answered.
"So, how was the mall with the girls," Trevor asked.
"Well, I took your advice and things went smoothly," David answered.
"Doesn't it always Davey?" Trevor taunted with a smile.
"Do you want the honest answer Trev?" David taunted back.
The two boys laughed for few moments.
"Well, I better get going," David said.
"Right," Trevor said with a yawn.
"Seriously, you better get to bed soon," David told him.
"Yes, second mum," Trevor taunted.
"Don't make me carry you to bed," David joked.
"Davey, before you go," Trevor said with a sigh.
"Yes?"
"Will we always be friends?"
"Of course! Why do you ask?"
"Well, the girls are..."
"Trev, like I told you before the girls aren't going to convince me to throw our friendship away," David assured him.
"Right," Trevor simply said.
"See you tomorrow," David said before leaving.
"Yeah, see you buddy!"
Trevor sighed as he walked to his desk and pulled out a book from the pile.
"History of the lottery. This might help me," Trevor said before yawning, "Then again. Maybe I should go to bed."
Trevor entered the bathroom and got ready for bed. Hopefully, with a good night sleep he will be able to make good progress.
While the focus seems to be more on Trevor and David I will be sure to make the focus more evenly with the different characters. Have a nice day.