I do not own Austin and Ally!

Ally

Wow, Miami is beautiful. I'm kinda glad we moved. I used to live in Maryland but I had been bullied there just recently. Ok the map says the music store should be this way but I can't see anything yet. I was to buried in the map that ran into someone. I'm making first impressions.(note the sarcasm)

I-I'm sorry!, I stuttered.

I looked up to see a short Latina girl standing in front of me. At least I didn't knock the smile off her face I thought, noticing her wide grin.

She shook her hand dismissively saying, Oh it's ok. You must be new. I haven't seen you around before. Whatcha looking for?

My eyes were wide, overwhelmed with how quickly she spoke to me. She seemed friendly enough though.

Umm, my dad just bought the music store,sonic boom, and I'm trying to find it. He says I start working today., I said flustered.

Oh, I know where that is!, she chirped excitedly.

I noticed her peculiar outfit. It consisted of pretzel bouncing on her hair band and a bright blue and yellow apron that read in bubbly lettering "TWISTED".

Thank you, I said out of breath as she dragged me the opposite way through the mall.

We reached a colorful building that said "Sonic Boom". I could hear a horrible racket coming from the piano inside. It was awful I should know. I've played piano since I was 4 and I just turned 15 a few days ago. I'm a sophomore. I rushed in to see a red-head pounding on the keys dramatically. A camera hanging off his belt loop.

Oh my gosh, the girl who brought me here said.

What?, I asked breaking my stare at the awkwardly tall boy who now got up and stood staring at us.

That's Dez. Oh, I forgot to tell you I'm Trish., she said holding her hand out for a proper shake.

What's wrong with Dez?, I questioned, shaking her hand.

Yeah! What's wrong with me?, the boy replied in awe.

One, Trish stated, you act completely weird and two you hang out with that self-centered Austin Moon boy.

Dez looked like he was processing this by shaking his head thoughtfully. I started to wonder if these kids would be going to my school.

Trish spoke up again, But he's absolutely harmless.

She added this while reaching for her phone in her pocket.

She announced,Oh gotta go. The pretzel shop just fired me. Hope I get to see around school!

She bounced out of the store leaving Dez and me alone. I turned to him, putting on my name badge on.

My name is Ally, I introduced with a hopeful grin on my face.

I mean, if what is known as the school weirdo can't except me nobody will. He finally returned a goofy grin. I stepped behind the cash register he started walking rapidly towards the door.

He yelled, Oh no! I lost my llama again!

Yep he is definitely the school weirdo. Trish was right. The store was empty so I pulled out my songbook/journal. Yes I write songs.

Dear diary,
My first day here in Miami and already have met two people who probably go to my school. There's Trish who is very confident and helped me when I couldn't find Sonic Boom. Then there's Dez who I have classified as weird. Just like Trish said. But he won't be a problem because he seems like a nice enough person even though he's a bit strange. Also Trish mentioned a guy named Austin Moon. She made it seem like he wasn't such a great person so I should try my best to steer clear of him until I know more about him. Sonic Boom is amazing! I can't believe my dad was able to buy this place. I love this place. My dad told me that there is a practice room upstairs and its all mine. As long as I teach the music lessons and help out in the store but that's not so bad. So far I only have one student, a little boy named Nelson, and he only comes once every week. Whoops, looks like I have a customer.
Ally

I looked up to see my dad walk in. I guess it wasn't a customer. He had some bad news for me; he didn't tell me aloud but I could see it written all over his face. Worry was carefully etched into his facial features.

What's wrong?, I asked curiously.

He began by saying, Honey umm it looks like your mom isn't going to be here for your first day of school.

Well that wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be.

It's ok, I cut in.

He shook his head gesturing like he wasn't finished. I let him continue.

Well, see your mom leaving in the morning for Africa. She has to go for her job and she isn't coming back till next year, he finished wincing.

My heart was shattered. Was I really hearing this? I couldn't face my first day of Highschool at a different school without her. Well guess I could but I know it's going to be hard. My jaw hung open.

I can't believe it, I muttered the words sinking in.

Well we better get going home, my dad said.

He walked to the door. My watch read 6:30 was it already dinner time. Time passed so quickly. I walked through the door and he locked the door behind us. We walked to the car in silence, and not the comfortable kind. We got into our tiny Honda civic. We didn't live far from the mall, honestly, I could've walked home but I decided to take the car anyways. We reached the house and all through dinner the quiet was yet to be broken. I hugged my mom. I wouldn't see her for a year.

I am gonna miss you, I whispered in her ear.

So will I, she said, now why don't you go to bed.

I trudged up the stairs, dragging my feet. My head refused to believe that she was truly going, unwillingly going to sleep.

BEEP! BEEP! BEEP!

I woke up to my alarm blaring. Oh how I hate Mondays. They should be banned from the calendar. Ready or not here I come Moreno high school. I got up and started to get ready. One voice was missing. The constant nagging of my loving mother. I quickly made my way downstairs eating my breakfast and running out the door as fast as I could. My school bag was filled with brand new notebooks ready to get filled with knowledge. My songbook/journal was being gripped in my hands as I made my way to my new school. The building was huge. Now my mission was to find the front office. I spotted Dez. He may be weird but he has to know where student services is.

Hi Dez, I exclaimed not paying any mention to his friend.

Hey Ally, he shouted as I walked over, What's up?

I was surprised at his normal answer, expecting something completely outrageous.

Just wondering if you could point me to the front office of this place?, I asked gesturing to the building we stood outside of.

Here let me show you where it is, his friend spoke up.

He was the first blonde boy I spotted at the school. I was unsure about this. Something about him screamed something was off. I shook my head no and stood beside the red-head. At least Dez was tall enough for me to hide behind.

Dez turned around and toke my hand leading me to where I asked saying, Oh. That's Austin but Trish probably doesn't want you hanging around him.

Wow this guy might act dumb but he was really aware of people around him. We finally reached the office. It was just a big room split up into little cubicles.

Thanks Dez, I managed to say before I walked in.

At least I had two friends.

Name, the attendance woman asked bluntly.

I-I'm Ally D-Dawson. I'm new., I stuttered slowly.

Great now I'm back to stuttering. I really thought I had this problem managed. I played with the bottom of my flower pattern dress. It was mostly dark blue and a light pink. I matched it with a tan knitted vest and tan shoes. Ok probably not the best outfit I could've picked for my first day. I heard the printer start to jolt, making random noises as if it were alive.

Here's your schedule., the woman said as she tossed a slip of paper onto the top of her desk my way.

I caught it a and carefully read.

Ally Dawson
Period 1: Algebra 2 Mr. Anderson F107
Period 2: Science/Chemistry Mrs. Chisholm B112
Period 3: World History Dr. Hague D104
Period 4: Adv. Literature Dr. Malik E117
Period 5: Music Mrs. Gordon A109
Period 6: P.E. Mr. Lye A102
Period 7: Art Mrs. Jamie F115

Great. More classes I probably won't be able to find. I started to walk out the door when the woman that handed me my schedule stopped me.

You won't be able to find all those classes yourself, Dawson, she muttered, Here, Dallas will help you navigate the campus.

A brunette boy stepped in the room at the sound of his name. He looked so cute. He started to put out his hand and say something. I shook his outstretched hand gratefully.

Hi, I'm Dallas. You must be Ally., he replied happily.

That's me, I managed to say shyly.

I wanted to grab my hair and gnaw it off but I am really trying to stop that habit. He put his arm around my shoulders, showing me the way around campus. It was giant. He would state what different places were but other than that he didn't talk much. He was done giving me my tour by the time 2nd period started. He waved goodbye and we went our separate ways. Science, at least that's a fun subject. I wonder who will be my lab partner? I hope Trish is in this class, then we could partner up.

BRRIIINNG!

I slid into my seat. I wasn't cautious about where I sat. I really should have given it more thought.

The teacher announced, I hope you like your seats because they will be permanent unless due subject to change.

She grinned wildly. She seemed like a very eccentric woman. I didn't bother to look who was my partner not seeing any importance in it. toke her place writing onto the chalkboard. I should've worn my glasses. My contacts are really bugging me. I blinked my eyes furiously.

Now begin your tests with your lab partner, the teacher practically shouted.

I turned to my partner and through the blurriness I saw blonde hair. This cannot possibly be happening I thought, letting my jaw drop drastically low. As I let my eyes adjust, I could make out a smile slipping on his face.

Austin

I dreaded coming to school on Mondays. Today was different though. A girl actually ignored me and talked to Dez instead. I had to see what was wrong with this girl, I mean every girl here wants to talk to me. Why not her? I bet this has to do with Trish. She never liked me so I guess that makes her the first girl not to like me. This girl had to be new. I even asked to show her around. She didn't even answer me. Before I knew it, she toke Dez's hand and went off with him instead. I walked straight to my Algebra 2 class alone. At break I saw that girl again. She was off and running around with Dallas, the heartbreak king. Honestly, what he does to girls is just cruel, and no one alive should ever make the decisions he makes. I walked into my science class, and to my surprise the brand new Brunette sat by herself at one of the science desks. I toke my chance and sat right next to her. This will either go badly or well. I have to give it a shot. She didn't even notice me until we started our lab. The look on her face was quite amusing so I couldn't help but smile.

Hi. You must be new. I'm Austin Moon. One day pop star., I introduced.

She shook off her shock and returned to her normal self. She muttered something under her breath but I couldn't catch it.

I'm Ally. I guess Trish was right you are full of yourself., she said flatly.

Was my ears deceiving me? Do I sound self-centered? I never thought I did. Dez never said anything about it. My eyes grew wide with astonishment. That's why Trish doesn't talk to me. I had to make sure Ally didn't think I was that way. If she became friends with Dez then I can definitely become her friend. I just need to figure out something we had in common.

Are you going to get the chemicals while I set up our data table?, she asked in a preoccupied tone.

I shook my head and went to grab the different acids that the teacher had in the back of the room. When I returned she a brown leather book out with an A stitched on to the cover. I put the test tubes down and peeked over her shoulder to see what it said. I couldn't see it well so I began to reach for the book and snag it away from her but she swatted me away quickly and efficiently. I didn't realize she could slap my arm that hard. Looks can be deceiving.

Don't touch my book, she grumbled sharply.

Ok ok, I replied shrugging my shoulders innocently.

I needed to find out what that book said. If only I could get my hands on it. I noticed her schedule. Perfect, she had all my classes. Right then the bell blared through the room alerting us to move to our next class. I made sure to stay on Ally's heels. I wasn't going to let her out of my sight.

Ally

Once Austin walked away I swiftly flipped my book out and began to write.

Dear Songbook/Diary,
Trish was right. Austin does sound full of himself. Something about him makes me want to know more though. Maybe he's not that bad. Wait I think someone's coming! - Ally

I looked up to see Austin try to grab my book from me. Three things that make me irritated is 1) take my book 2) take my pickles 3) writers block. I slapped his hand with all the force I could muster.

Don't touch my book, I said harshly.

Ok ok,he responded shrugging his shoulders defensively.

I slid my book safely into my bag, sure to keep it away from Austin. I saw him keep glancing at my schedule. Gosh, I hope we don't have the same classes. It would just be to awkward because I keep getting bombarded by different opinions of my new lab partner. All of a sudden, the bell rang through the classroom. Time to move to next period, I thought. I made my way out in the hall and looked for Trish as people clobbered through the door. I looked over my schedule again. I had history class next. Not my greatest subject but I'm not horrible at it either. I spotted Trish walking out with Dez tagging along beside her. By the look on her face I could tell she was annoyed. I knew if I saw Dez, Austin shouldn't be far behind but I couldn't seem to spot him. As I started to walk to Trish and Dez I felt someone's arm get slung across my shoulder. I looked up to spot a perfect mop of blonde hair next to me. He followed me!

Hey Alls, he said casually.

I kept walking, trying to think of something to say. Finally I grabbed his arm and removed it from me as I turned to him.

Hi Austin. Don't call me that. My name is Ally., I replied bluntly, I grin spreading wider and wider across his face.

Okay, Ally. We have history class to attend to, he said, putting his arm back around me, taking me to our next class.

Why are you doing this?, I muttered.

I thought since you're friends with Dez that we could be friends too and get rid of your opinion of me. I'm not full of my self. Let me prove it to you., he said excitedly.

Fine. I'll give you I chance., I replied defeated.

Yes! You won't regret it., he shouted, running into the classroom finally letting me go from his grasp.

I let a smile creep onto my face. He couldn't be such a bad guy. He actually seemed kinda...sweet. Wait. What was I thinking? We would only be friends. Nothing more. This class passed sooner than I thought. In this class Trish sat next to me, while Dez sat behind me and Austin sat behind Trish. As I stepped out of the room Trish confronted me.

I saw you and Austin walking here together, she hissed.

You don't understand. He wouldn't leave ME alone. Until I gave him a chance., I whispered.

What do you mean, give him a chance?, she asked, this subject clearly peaking her interest.

Well in class I mentioned after he made some comment, that he could be self-centered sometimes., I winced, hearing he words leaving my mouth. I continued, Anyways he wants me to give him a second chance so that he could be my friends since I'm friends with Dez.

Trish stood there with a horrified look spreading across her face.

And your actually giving him a chance?, she questioned.

Yeah., I murmured.

Right then I was so thankful, Dez and Austin walked up to us happily.

Ready to go to lunch?, Austin asked us.

I nodded my head, wanting to end the earlier conversation I was having with Trish. I saw Dallas as I walked into the outdoor cafeteria. He waved to me. He actually waved to me. I saw Austin start to give him a death stare. I wonder why? We found a table near the window of the indoor cafeteria. Trish sat next to me and I sat up next to the window while Austin sat across from me, and Dez across from Trish.

So are you buying lunch?, Austin asked watching something out of the corner of his eye.

Umm, I said rummaging around through my bag, I guess I am. I must have forgotten my lunch. I was in a hurry to get to school on time.

How far do you live from the school?, he asked leaning forward onto his elbows still tracking something with his eyes.

I live only about four blocks from here., I answered starting to turn around to see what he was watching.

Then his hand flew up and grabbed my shoulder turning me around to face him again. A nervous smile was plastered on his face. Did I mention Dez and Trish left to get their lunch.

What's wrong?, I questioned,letting my eyebrows crinkle up in confusion.

Umm, n-nothing, he stuttered giving a quick glance over my shoulder again.

I knew he was lying to me. Why was he lying to me? I need to know the truth. All different things kept shooting through my mind.

What's the truth, Austin?, I asked with pleading eyes.

Austin

We went to lunch together and we sat in the back of the lunch area. While we were sitting, Dallas kept pointing at Ally and the looks of it trying to get her attention. I wasn't gonna let that happen. Like I said earlier, he treats girls horribly. All I could do was keep staring at him from over her shoulder. I was not going to let this dude hurt Ally like he could.

What's wrong?, Ally asked after I stopped her from turning around.

Umm, n-nothing, I lied.

What's the truth, Austin?, she questioned, her eyes begging for honesty.

Wow, her eyes were so beautiful. I couldn't stop staring at them. I had to glance at that idiot Dallas to stop looking in her eyes because I would've gotten lost in them.

Fine. The truth is..., I started, the truth is that I can't stand Dallas. He can be pretty mean sometimes. He is a heartbreaker at our school. Your new and now he's gawking at you., I finished pointing at Dallas.

She finally turned completely around to find him doing exactly what I told her. She looked happy one second and then sad the next. I mean Dallas actually looked like he was making fun of her. She stood up and headed for the hallway. I couldn't just let her go alone like that so I followed her. I may have just met her but a friend is a friend no matter how long you have been friends. I exited the cafeteria and entered the hallway. I turned and saw her standing against the wall. She didn't even look up when I walked up to her.

Ally?, I said, not sure what her reaction would be.

I can't believe this. I left my last school because I was made fun of. This is only my first day. How bad will it get?, she mumbled from behind her hair.

It will get better. You have three friends already. You also share a common enemy all girls have in this grade. Dallas., I said, putting my hand on her shoulder like I did earlier, slowly making her face me.

She looked so sad. It made me feel so bad. I could see that Dez and Trish had returned to our table, bickering. My bag was slung over my shoulders and Ally had hers so it looked like we weren't even there. Ally was now turned completely towards me. She let out a small chuckle.

Here. Why don't we go to class early and we can go eat out at the mall after school?, I said while wrapping my arm around her shoulder blades.

Ally

Sure, I answered.

He wrapped his arm around me and I let him walk me to our next class. Was I seriously giving him a chance? Am I? I always believed in second chances like a second first impression. I kept thinking all of this as he walked me to class. What if he ends up making fun of me too? Join forces with Dallas. I am seriously happy that its early out today. This would be my last class of the day. I just wanted to go home and cloud watch in the backyard. Soon class dazed by. I couldn't even pay attention even though it was advanced literature class. I remember waving goodbye to my three new friends and trying to exit the room as fast as possible so that my friends wouldn't stop me. I know I was supposed to go to the mall and have lunch then work at the store but I didn't want to. I decided to head home and that's where I began to walk to. In a few minutes I came up on my modern two story house. It looked almost identical to the house next door. I walked in and sat on my big black couch. Would bullying set in just like at my old school? Who knows. All I want at this moment is to finish my homework and go to bed. My hunger had mysteriously disappeared. My phone beeped, letting me know that someone texted me. I went to grab it thinking maybe it was a friend from my old town. I had a few friends from my old school and from camp. It could've been one of them. Sadly, it was just my father.

Lester: Where are you?!
Myself: At home. I didn't come cause I felt sick.

Ugh, I can't believe I'm lying to my dad. Well, sorta, I do feel kinda sick. What will school be like tomorrow? All these questions but yet no answers.

Lester: Oh, I hope you feel better. Your friends came to Sonic Boom you know. They wanted to know how your doing.
Myself: Who?

Austin, Dez, and Trish could not have possibly been that concerned about me. Could they?

Lester: They say their names are Austin, Trish, and Dez.

Oh my gosh! They actually came to check on me. I've only known them for a day. I guess a friend is a friend no matter how long you've had them. That made me happy.

Myself: Oh, them. Tell them I'm fine that I'm just not feeling well. That I will see them tomorrow at school.
Lester: Ok. I will. Feel better soon! I'll see you when I get home.
Myself: Ok. I love you!
Lester: Love you too! Be home by 7:00.

I looked at my watch. It read 2:30. I have a lot of spare time on my hands. I got out all my homework and laid it out on my giant cherry wood table. I remember setting out all the thanksgiving tablecloths with my mom only a few months ago. I sped through my work quickly and efficiently. It only toke about five or ten minutes. My phone buzzed again, its touchscreen lighting up brightly. I was surprised. I didn't know the number. More like numbers. Three different texts popped up on my phone, all the numbers were unknowns.

Unknown(1): Hey Ally! Are you okay?
Unknown(2): What's up? Why did you leave before we could talk to you?
Unknown(3): Hey Ally! How are you? Do you know where my turtle went?
Myself(to:unknown1,2,and3): Who are you?
Unknown(1): Its Trish. I bugged ur dad until he leaked ur number.

That sounds like something she could and would do.

Unknown(2): Its Austin. Are you okay?
Unknown(3): Hey it's Dez. Seriously, have you seen my turtle?
Myself(to:unknown1,2,and3): Oh, that sounds like something you would do Trish. I'm fine like I said before I just wasn't feeling well. I'm doing homework. And, no Dez, I do not know where your turtle is.
Dez: Ahhh:( Oh well. I'll go look for him.
Austin: Do you want me to come by? Keep you company.
Trish: That's it. We have to come see you if you won't see us.
Myself: No, you really don't need to. My dad will be back at 7:00.
Austin: Ally, it's 3:00. He won't be home for four hours. You'll be by yourself. You sure you don't want me to come down or anyone to come down?
Trish: Ally you don't get a choice. We're coming. That's final.
Myself: It's fine. I'm fine.

I hope they don't come. A bit of alone time would help. I need to figure out, by myself, how to stop people from stepping all over me. Before I knew it my eyes closed and I drifted asleep.

Austin

Right after I got my last text from Ally, Trish turned to me. We were still at Sonic Boom.

Austin, we need to go see Ally at her house, Trish said deviously.

I don't know Trish. She said she didn't want anybody to come over, I muttered.

I was kinda disappointed. I wanted to spend time with Ally and find out more about her.

I know that, idiot. But I don't care. We are going. Just go with it and follow my lead., she stated sternly.

I wasn't gonna question her so I followed her to the counter of the empty music store. I could see where she was headed by now. I was just glad that we might get to go see Ally.

Hey Mr. Dawson, I heard her say innocently.

What do you need?, he asked trying to get to the point and by the tone in his voice he had already given up, realizing Trish just wanted something.

I was wondering if Austin and I could go to your home and check on Ally. We wouldn't want to leave her all alone, she said gesturing to us both.

Fine. My house is 1774 Greer way., he said, shaking his head in failure to say no.

Thanks., Trish replied with I smile glued to her face.

She grabbed my fore arm and started to tug me away but before I left the room completely I made sure to nod my thanks to Mr. Dawson. He seemed stressed but as I shed that bit of gratitude he let a smile tug at the corners of his mouth. We walked out of the store and through the mall until we reached the road. The sun was still up. That was a plus.

Trish, do you always get your way?, I asked honestly, wondering if someone had actually not given in to her constant pestering.

Most the time. Yes, she answered a smirk still on her face.

Is that the street?, I questioned, pointing to a crooked blue street sign that was up ahead.

Oh, it is! Greer Way!, she shouted happily, skipping to the corner.

Greer Way, that's a weird street name. I wonder how they came up with it. No need to worry about it now. My biggest fear at the moment is how Ally will react when she opens the door, granted she opens the door or if she's us and doesn't even bother to let us in. I could see her house now.

Hurry up!, Trish nagged from farther ahead of me.

I'm coming. I'm coming, I mumbled.

Don't get me wrong I want to see Ally but I was worried she will be mad at me for ignoring her wishes of being left alone. I'm seriously asking for it. I am mentally face palming myself as I walk up the cobblestone path up to her front door. The big ominous door seemed to loom above me, it's brass hinges looking older than me. Trish approached the door confidently and swung the big door knocker a couple of times. We waited and waited for what seemed like a lifetime. Then, the door handle seemed to rattle and the door slowly creaked open. A sleepy brunette on the opposite side. I was happy to see she was ok. She looked completely dazed. At least she wasn't mad.

Ally

I jolted awake.

BANG!BANG!BANG!BANG!

What was that noise? I looked at the clock. It said 3:15. By now, I figured out it was the front door. If it's not my dad who is it? I couldn't think straight. Should I answer it? I decided that there was a very small chance of it being a mass killer so I got up from my seat, ready to let whoever it was know I was here. I trudged to the door, dragging my socked feet across the deep brown wood floors that covered the entire downstairs. I opened the door surprised to see Austin and Trish. They were just standing there. Austin looked uncomfortable but Trish had this unnerving smile on her face.

Hey!, Trish exclaimed, holding her arms out.

I think she wanted a hug. I mean I've never been that touchy with a person so to amuse her I hugged her. It felt so strange. I realized that I've never hugged another person other than my parents or relatives. No friends. At all.

Hey, I said, smiling weakly.

Don't forget about me!, Austin said with a fake pout on his face.

Normally I hate when people do that but with him it just didn't matter. I may even say it looked cute. Wait one second! What am I thinking?! Am I insane?

Still here, he said, waving a hand in front of my face breaking me from my moment long trance.

Oh, yeah, I mentioned slightly embarrassed for spacing out while someone was talking to me.

He stepped forward, encasing me in a hug. I had briefly prepared seconds before as I saw him coming towards me. He felt so warm. This was no ordinary hug. It made me feel safe. Happy. We let go quickly, realizing that Trish was there and that it was longer than normal. But like I said, not a normal hug. She stood there with a grimace on her face. Not hiding the fact that it was pointed at Austin. He looked to the ground nervously. I broke the awkward and tension filled silence.

Do you want to come in? It's getting a bit cold., I was saying while pointing to some rain clouds that had started to form.

Sure., Trish and Austin agreed.

We all walked in and I watched them take in the front room. It wasn't that great was it? It had a giant spiral staircase that went to the second floor. The room looked right off the pages of a furniture magazine. Besides the piano of course! A giant, glossy, grand piano sat at the bottom of the stairwell. Positioned similarly to the one at Sonic Boom. I led the two guests that I now obtained to the kitchen in complete and utter silence. I could feel my heart beating faster and faster. I looked out the window nervously. It looked like a thunderstorm was approaching. I hate storms! They freak me out.

What's wrong?, Trish asked me, tapping me on the shoulder.

She looked terribly confused.

Oh, nothing. Just hoping that a storm doesn't decide to move in, I said lamely.

You don't like storms?, she questioned.

And you do?, I shot back a bit sarcastically.

Whatever. It's not going to come. I looked at the weather reports earlier, she said, shrugging my comment off.

She turned towards the window and sighed with boredom. I saw Austin staring at me, examining me. I couldn't stand the silence, yet again, so I shattered it like glass.

So, why did you come here?, I asked, my face twisted into a quizzical stare. They looked at each other and then back at me. The looks on their faces completely bewildered.

We came to see you. Keep you company. Make sure your ok., they both responded simultaneously in a "duh" voice.

You could've seen me tomorrow at school, I pointed out.

Austin pointed to himself and Trish while saying, Well, that would not be being a good friend.