New story. No more secrets will be updated more than this one because since this is new more people are interested and are following that one. This story is also a little gift for the Lucaya shippers, who are hoping that is the endgame pairing in my other way no matter what pair the other story has in the end, those shippers will have at least one story for their favorite couple for sure. I will also be working a Rucas story as a gift for those shippers who follow my other story and will uploaded soon.
Smiling widely, Riley Matthews walked the halls of school with a hop in her step. Stopping at her locker, she was joined by her blonde friend Maya hart. Noticing her friend's unusual happy mood, Maya raised an eyebrow "what's up with you honey?" Giggling to her friend, Riley threw her hands in the air "Life. Life happened to me." Seeing a confused look on her friends face, the brunette further explained. "Everything is going great, i'm having a great year with my friends and the guy I like, and I want nothing to change." Chuckling to herself Maya slightly shook her head as they made their way into the classroom.
"So you want nothing to change at all?" questioned the blonde. Smiling brightly Riley spoke in a serious tone. "Change fills my pockets with change of uncertainty." Chuckling, Maya sat and noticed their friends chuckling to Riley's words as well.
Walking into the classroom Mr. Matthews placed his belongings on the desk, as he picked up a chalk. Walking to the board he started writing out the topic of that days topic. Turning towards the class, he pointed towards the topic. "So will we finally learn what happened in Belgium in 1831?" Expecting some sort of interruption, Matthews asked in order to just get through it. His prediction came through as a voice broke through the silence "NO!" Turning towards the voice, Matthews was shocked as to who it belonged to. "No?" question Mr. Matthews as he looked towards Farkle Minkus.
Gripping his desk Farkle frowned "I always get my hopes up and somethings happens to break my little Farkle heart." Chuckling Matthews looked around the room "maybe this time it's different." Turning towards Riley Farkle raised an eyebrow "Anything going to happen to you?" Smiling widely Riley shook her head "nope, no changes and loving life." Turning towards Lucas he repeated the questions as Lucas replied "nothing ever happens to me." Finally facing towards the blonde Farkle questioned "Maya?"
No reply came from the blonde as she had dozed off in her seat. Facing the front of the class a huge grin appeared on Farkle's face. He started shaking in anticipation of actually learning. "In 1831 Belgium"
Before Matthews could finish his sentence the door to the classroom swung open. As everyone's eyes turned toward the door Maya woke up and faced it as well. From the door, emerged a new face for those in attendance. An African America male teen around their age sporting short hair and a dress style strikingly familiar. Stretching his arms to his sides, the teen spoke "What, ya'll started without me?"
"GET OUT!" growled an irritated Farkle. Ignoring Farkle completely the teen gestured towards the students. "Somebody in this room is going to be very surprised to see me." Still sporting a big smile Riley shrugged "is it me?" Chuckling the teen shook his head "don't know sugar but could you be any cuter." Giggling slightly Riley smiled "well i can't anser that."
Throughout this interaction everyone failed to notice Lucas Fryar slightly tense up. Addressing the new student Mr. Matthews offered his hand "Got a transcript kid?" Nodding the teen walked to him and gave him a folder.
Everyone wacthed Mr. Matthews read the documents and raised an eyebrow, leaving them curious. "Izaah Babineaux, from Austin, Texas." All eyes turned toward Texan native Lucas Fryar. Riley raised an eyebrow in concern as she saw Lucas seemingly tense. Taking a deep breathe Lucas sighed "what are you doing here Zay?"
Turning back towards the new kid, Riley saw a hurt look on his face as a result of Lucas's words. "Well the first thing i'm doing is waiting for a better response from you."
"Maya, somethings happening." Stated Riley causing Maya to focus more intently on the situation. "You can sit behind Lucas Mr. Babineaux." Nodding the new kid walked to the seat and sat ontop of the desk. "Lucas, do you know this Izaah?" questioned Riley. Patting Lucas on the back the new kid chuckled "yea tell 'em man, we know each other well." Turning toward him, Lucas spoke in a stern voice "how about we talk later Zay"
"Sit down!" growled Farkle's causing the new kid to finally take his seat. "Well Mr. Babineaux, if you do as well as last years new student, we are happy to have you?" The look on Izaah's face, could be best described as one of shock "wait Lucas, you doing okay here?" he asked in complete shock.
"Why wouldn't he be?" questioned Riley as her voice and face softened at his words. No longer was she sporting a bright smile, but a confused and worried look. Chuckling Zay shook his head "just cant believe they just let you wander free man." Turning towards Lucas, Riley could see his discomfort with having the new kid here and she had a dangerous feeling about it.
Snapping the class back into attention, Matthews went on with teaching the class. Before he could explain Belgium, he was interrupted by Yogi who wanted to learn the secret of life. Smiling Mr. Matthews erased the topic from the board, much to the disapproval of Farkle as he banged his head against the desk. Going into detail of Yogi's question, Matthews walked around his desk. Turning towards Lucas, Matthews asked "you got an opinion on this Lucas?"
Before he could give an answer, Maya turned towards him and smirked "yea what do you got Mr. Moral compass." The smirk quickly faded as the new kid's voice stepped in. "Did you just call Lucas Fryar, your moral compass?" asked Izaah in shock. Patting Lucas on the shoulder he chuckled "they called you moral compass." Having had enough Lucas turned toward Zay and glared at him. Throwing his hands up in defeat Zay sat back "okay."
"Maya something's changing" stated Riley as she examined the situation. Nodding Maya looked towards the new kid "it seems to me you're trying to tell us, Ranger Rick was a little different back in Texas."
"Ranger Rick?" questioned Izaah. "you let them call you names? Damn Lucas who would've thought." As he shook his head Zay continued "what do they know exactly, cause I don't don't want to say anything you don't want them know." His words deeply hurt Riley, the thought that Lucas could be hiding something from them, from her was alot to take in. As she listened to the new kid's words, Riley never took her eyes away from Lucas.
"They know you're a year older right?" Turning in his seat Lucas faced him "now they know." Rolling his eyes, Zay sighed "Lucas, look at you! It ain't hard to figure out."
Stepping in, Mr. Matthews spoke "Mr. Babineaux, that's enough." As everyone's eyes turned to their teacher, Riley's never left Lucas. "So you know about him?" Deeply sighing, Matthews nodded "I know all about Mr. Fryar."
"Excuse me, DAD you know something?" questioned Riley while trembling in shock. "Honey you're shaking." stated Maya worriedly. Not knowing what to say Mr. Matthews remained silent. After a few seconds of silence Riley turned towards Lucas and pleaded "Lucas?" Biting his lip, Lucas looked down and avoided her question. The whole class was deadly silent, no one dared utter a word in fear. Minutes in silence passed when the bell finally rang, and the students all bolted from the room leaving only Lucas, Maya and Farkle. Even Zay bolted noticing how strange everyone was acting. Figuring they need some alone time, Mr. Matthews left the room as well.
"Lucas please. Deny it." Sighing Lucas finally looked up "Riley..." "Tell us whoever this Zay kid is, that he can't change the way we look at you." interrupted Riley. Stepping in Maya put her hands on Lucas's desk "deny it Lucas, it's important to Riley, so it's important to me too. Deny it."
Looking in between the girls Lucas sighed "I can't." Getting frustrated Riley stood up "I like you, do you think its fair to let me like you, without knowing who you are?" Grabbing his things, Lucas stood as well "you know who I am Riley, why does my past matter." Stepping in front of him Riley's eyes were red "if it doesn't matter, why can't you just tell me?" Standing, Maya gently pulled Riley back and turned towards the cowboy "Lucas?" Shaking his head, Lucas headed for the door " somethings are better left alone." With those words, Lucas walked out of the classroom leaving his friends behind with shocked expressions.
Secret past is just the working title. I'm trying to figure out a better one but am having problems doing so. That is why for now it has that name. If any readers think of any better names feel free to let me know and if one of those names seems perfect to me it will change to that and I will give credit to whoever suggested it. Anyways, thank you for reading and hope you enjoy this story as well.
