Author's Note: My take on Billy and Lulu's relationship is bit risque. Hope you enjoy and review to tell me your thoughts. I'm not going with the show at all so be aware of that. Enjoy! ;-)
Agreement
Billy barely noticed as Lulu Pope walked in right on the heels of Mr. Katchmar waving her schedule around.
"Mr. Katchmar, this is some kind of mistake. I cannot take this class. If you can just drop me, then I can use this as a study period." Lulu said.
Mr. Katchmar seemed oblivious to Lulu's panic as she tried to come up with a reason to drop the class. "That's not going to happen, Ms. Pope. May I ask what's wrong with this class?"
"Making spice and racks is not going to prepare me to be pre-med at Stanford." she said snarky. "No offense to your class, Mr. Katchmar." she said with a sugary smile.
"And Ms. Shaw told you if you drop this class, a study period would be sufficient?" Mr. Katchmar asked folding his hands.
"Not exactly but if this was drop she wouldn't have any other options. All my choice electives are full." Lulu stated.
Mr. Katchmar pretended to be sympathetic "Well that's what happens when you don't come to school in the first two weeks. The answer is no, Ms. Pope."
The bell rung, crushing Lulu's hope of getting out of the classroom filled with dorks and misfits.
"And that was the bell." he clapped his hands together as he got up. "Ms. Pope, if you would take a seat next to Billy. I'll begin my lecture."
Complete bullshit. Lulu thought as she took her seat next to Billy.
Billy sideway glanced a the drama queen as she took out a notebook and pen. Almost slamming the items open and down. They locked eyes for maybe 3 seconds before Lulu rolled her eyes. Billy had to hold back from laughing.
"Alright class, settle down." Mr. Katchmar commanded. "So last week, I gave everyone the big project. It's going to count as written exam, do not jack that easy A up by procrastinating and/or not doing it. I'm going to give you guys 30 minutes today to brainstorm, sketch, and whatever regarding that. This week's project is going to be..."
Lulu raised her eyebrow as she stared at Mr. Katchmar.
"A napkin holder." Mr. Katchmar said almost glaring at Lulu.
Lulu smirked as Mr. Katchmar continued the lecture. Billy slid a paper to Lulu. She looked down at it, clearly in Mr. Katchmar's handwriting he'd partnered her up with Billy for the final project. Which was a bird feeder. Mr. Katchmar was so annoying.
Lulu Pope is going to be so annoying, Billy thought. He thought that she would without a doubt get herself out of wood shop. She was so girlie that he couldn't see her coming anywhere near machinery or wood or anything that had to do with working with your hands. Janie was going to love this.
"Feel free to talk to your partner at the table, that's what they're there for folks. Now get to work." Mr. Katchmar said before going to his desk.
Lulu wasn't used to not having her way with teachers.
"So as far as the final project goes, this is what I got so far." Billy said flipping his sketch book to the right page.
Lulu didn't say a word as she looked at the sketch. She was so quiet that Billy was getting annoyed. "So what do you think?"
Lulu raised a judgmental eyebrow "It's simple."
"Simple? And that's not good?" Billy asked, echoing her words.
Lulu tapped her pen on one of the bullets on the paper. "Mr. Katchmar has probably seen a thousand bird feeders like that. Simple, boring and not much to it you know aesthetically."
"But why over think it. You know, don't reinvent the wheel and all. We'll get a good grade." Billy reasoned.
Lulu smiled "A good grade is awesome but I want the best grade. I don't strive for anything less."
Billy just nodded, wow this girl was intense. "What did you have in mind?"
"I'm not good at this wood shop thing. I have a proposal. I'll make the design of our A+ bird feeder and you make sure it's structurally sound."
Billy actually liked that idea. "It's a deal, just try not to go too crazy on the design portion or we'll be back to that." he pointed to the paper.
Lulu started laughing.
Billy smiled "it's pretty bad, isn't it?" he said.
Lulu face said it was horrible but it surprised him when Lulu said "you tried though."
Lulu, not having a bitchy comment? Billy thought. It was odd, having a actual conversation with Lulu Pope. He was just used to her mean girling Janie.
"I'll just take this..." Billy began to fold up his tragic drawing.
Lulu hand brushed against his as she took the paper out of his hand. "No, I need it for inspiration."
The rest of the class went well. Lulu used the rest of what was left of the thirty minutes to start a rough sketch. She didn't share any details with Billy and put her sketch to the side when it was time to work on the napkin holder.
Billy laughed as she kept sneaking peeks of how he was doing his.
The bell rung, signaling the end of class. Lulu left without a word. Billy didn't expect it.
"It's only 6 weeks, Ms. Pope." Mr. Katchmar called after her. "Mr. Nutter."
Billy stayed where he was seated. He never just bolted for the door after the bell rung.
"You're my best student, I know that Lulu Pope can be a handful but she needs help in this class." Mr. Katchmar said.
Billy nodded. It didn't warrant a response.
"Okay, get out of here, see you tomorrow." Mr. Katchmar said.
Billy got up "Later, Mr. Katchmar."
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Jane handed Billy a plate of pizza as she sat down on the couch next to him.
"I can't believe that Lulu is your partner for the one class you really like. I'm sorry." she said giving him a nudge.
"She wasn't that bad. She's determined." Billy said nodding.
Jane raised her eyebrow and decided to change the subject.
Billy took his phone that had vibrated in his pocket and opened the text message.
Unknown Number
This is what I have so far. Like it or hate it? I was going for a Grecian theme but that's a bit too fancy.
~Lulu
Billy looked over at Janie just to see what she was doing. With pizza in one hand she was enthralled in the style network. Billy looked over his text and smiled. The sketch was so good.
I'm impressed. It looks really good, Lulu. Better than my crappy design.
The text came back quickly.
Ha! It was really bad but to be fair you didn't have this awesome girl working with you. Totally going to get a A.
~Lulu
Billy smiled but was cautious. He looked at Janie to see if she was looking. Nope, still enthralled.
What r u doing tonight aside from showing me up in drawing?
As soon as he said it, he felt like a dick. Why was he asking Lulu Pope what she was doing? Of course she wouldn't answer...then his phone vibrated. Holy shit, she answered.
Did some pilates. I went for a run. Now I'm studying...studying is my life. :-( What are you doing?
~Lulu
Why was his hands getting clammy?
Eating pizza, studying is not on agenda. I should start working out. I used to run.
Cross country, middle school. I remember. You were fast. What happened?
~Lulu
You remembered that? Hmmm, things at home, you know. Had to get a job and help.
Oh, well I would kill for pizza. It would sort of cancel out the running.
~Lulu
Billy thought about it before texting the next line.
Pizza is the food of the Gods! Don't deprive yourself. You look great!
Lol. Well thanks. Study break over. See you tomorrow, Billy.
~Lulu
Goodnight, Lulu. Great design.
Night, Billy. Enjoy your decadent pizza. Jealous. :-)
~Lulu
"Whose that?" Janie asked as she wiped the grease off her mouth.
"Tommy. Asking for money." Billy lied. He didn't know why he lied but it came so easily. He instantly felt bad about lying to Jane. It's been a long time since he's done that.
Jane instantly frowned "that's your money, Billy. Don't give him anything." she said.
Billy took a bite of his pizza. "I won't." he said.
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The weeks went by and Lulu had to say that she had enjoyed coming to Wood Shop. Billy was really nice, funny...and he was cute. Like really cute. Lulu didn't notice him before because Jane Quimby...Ugh...the site of that girl. One word: tragic.
Billy also helped Lulu work the machines to actually make her weekly assignments.
Billy loved the design of the bird feeder and the actual structure had come out great. Mr. Katchmar was really impressed with the teaming.
Billy was really enjoying Lulu's company. She was like Rain Man when she
"Remember your projects are due this upcoming Monday. Do not mess this easy A up. Have a great weekend everyone." he said.
The bell rung and Lulu didn't just get up and walk out as she normally did. She was looking at the bird feeder. "You did really good. This weekend it has to be painted."
"Thanks and yeah it does need to be painted. My house isn't so good. I mean my brother is kind of an ass. So alternate location. Maybe the park over on Denby?" Billy suggested.
"No, it's suppose to be super nice. People with their kids...I rather night. Just come over to my house. I'll text you my address. Tomorrow at 4, k?" she smiled.
"Yeah, I'll bring the bird feeder and the pizza." he said.
Lulu put her tote on her shoulder and gripped his arm from emphasis. "Mmmm, yes bring that damn pizza. See you tomorrow, Billy. " she winked leaving him to admire her ass as she walked away.
Jane asked Billy what he was doing tomorrow as they ate at lunch.
"I'm free before 4 but I'm picking some extra hours at the golf course after that." he said, another lie.
His eyes found Lulu for about 5 seconds they stared at each other before looking away. His phone vibrated.
So excited about this pizza. Plus our project...best in class hands down!
~Lulu
He texted back.
You have to say that I'm awesome when I bring this pizza.
Whatev, Billy. LMFAO!
~Lulu