1Friday the 13th
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Chapter 1: Blue Eyes
By: Melis
Why this had happened, I wasn't sure. It wasn't like I wanted or had planned this. No, not by a long shot. I had better things to do with my time then spend it around a campfire singing cumbaiya. In fact, I had no plans to be near a fire int eh first place. All I wanted to to be at home, alone.
It was all thanks to that damned school. The bastard had decided it would be a great idea to send the entire freshmen through senior class to camp, in turn, earning them some college credits, along with some good college spending cash. Parents leapt at the idea of their child getting an early start on adult life, not to mention having a summer vacation themselves, not having to waste their times wondering if Timmy or Susie were dancing the forbidden dance or doing some other illegal activities or substances.
For me, neither of those things ever sounded interesting, nor did I ever consider doing them. Good old Kool-aid was enough for me. However, I too had been forced into this, my bags overhead as I gazed out the bus window at the endless forest of green.
"Are we there yet?" whined a male from behind my seat.
"If you ask me again, I'll maim you." I replied, not looking back.
"Sheesh, someone's cranky." they added.
I sighed heavily, looking back at them now.
"I'm cranky, because someone won't stop asking me if we're there yet." I growled, my brother sulking in his seat now.
"Yeah shut up." added the other one.
I glared before sighing once more.
"Oh, forget it. I'm sorry ok? I'm just..annoyed and edgy. I don't know why." I spoke, noting I was grateful to have my brothers here with me. Aside from a few selected others, the bus was mostly composed of the popular kids, the ones who tortured me and every other dumpling under them.
Nick just rolled his eyes before turning back to his Nintendo DS, while my other brother Chris listened to his mp3.
I frowned, facing forward now, trying to relax, though found it hard with all the endless chatter around us.
"Almost there."
I sighed.
"You're the only one eager about this, Ari." I spoke.
Ari stirred beside me, rocking out to some heavy metal music that blasted from the headphones of her CD player. Her hair was medium lenght, completing her look with a few random ear piercing, black trip pants, combat boots and fishnet shirt and tank top. I couldn't help but raise an eyebrow, wondering if this was the best outfit to wear in the outdoors....then again I really couldn't complain. I was wearing a skirt, platforms and a button down blouse. I opted just to shut up.
A cool chuckle from behind caught my attention and I couldn't help but turn in my seat to see who was making the racket. A few rows down and diagonal from me was Greydi. She was quiet and cute, long blonde hair and pretty eyes. She was plain for the most part, her natural beauty evident, sticking out like a sore thumb among the heavily make up clad crowds.
I knew right away she hadn't been the cause, my eyes moving almost instantly to the figure beside her.
Medium silky black locks hung a little over his eyes, lip rings on either side of his face. He was tall, so tall, his well toned chest and arms easily visible under his black shirt. I stared, like an idito, until his vivid blue eyes caught my own, giving me the sweetest smile I had even seen.
Instantly I looked away, going rigid in my seat as I tried to focus.
Jet. Greydi's super hot older brother.
Ari noted my sudden posture, glancing over the seat then back to me, frowning some.
"You ok?" she asked.
I gave a slight nod.
"Sure."
For the remainder of the trip I kept my focus straight ahead or out the window. The scenery was a blur, the golden grass and fields fading into lush green surroundings, soon it was hard to see, the foliage making it hard for the sunlight to enter.
I wasn't aware of when, but I had dozed off, Ari's gentle hands, along with the teacher's shrill voice, jolted me awake.
"I'm sorry Miss Marie, did I wake you?" she asked, her tone and expression far from kind.
I blinked, disoriented and embarrassed my face reddening some.
"Yes..I mean no, no..." I managed, Doreen smirking.
"Good one Melis." elbowed Nick from behind, Ari giggling a bit too. I rolled my eyes, trying to cover my red face with my sleeping bag.
"Shut up..." I whined.
Thankfully, Doreen's attention was distracted by some freshmen, which took the spot light off me.
....thank you Lord... I thought, exhaling.
It was time to exit the bus and how! My first thought would have been to line the kids up and let them exit per row. Sadly, Doreen was gone, thus chaos ensued. I did my best to stay in my seat, but was shoved into the hoard of students, pushing their way towards the doors.
"Stop pushing damn it!" I snapped, elbowing the masses, only hitting luggage cases.
I sighed noting my struggles were in vain, instead opted to ease my way towards the back. I managed to work one leg behind me, about to move the other when the strap of someone's oversized backpack caught my ankle.
"Crap!" I shouted, as my footing was pulled out from under me.
I felt myself falling, waiting for the bottom of the bus to greet me, but it never did, my fall coming to a sudden stop.
I blinked, noting I was no longer looking at the bus ceiling but into someone's eyes, blue eyes.
"Got ya." he sang.
I stared, wide eyed, face burning.
I didn't have time to stand, because he was already helping me do so. I did however manage to take a few steps back, facing him now as I tucked a lock of my hair behind my ear with nervous energy.
"Th-thank you...Jet." I managed, barely whispering his name.
I attempted to keep my gaze on the floor, but sadly he was just too tempting and I found myself looking at him from under my lashes.
He smiled, tilting his head a bit to the side.
"You know my name?" he asked.
I blinked, nodding some.
"Um, yes...Greydi has told me...a bit about you." I managed, noting my attempts at conversing with him were beyond pathetic.
He gave a nod, smiling still, which only made my face redder. Even so I couldn't help but stare back at him.
"Excuse me for interrupting, but we are trying to take attendance." called a lone female voice, none other then Doreen of course.
"Sorry, We're coming." spoke Jet, his voice even more alluring if that were at all possible.
Apparently it was, because even Doreen's face had a hint of red to it, her expression dreamy as she exited the bus once more.
I continued to stand like an idiot in the isle, Jet looking to me now.
"Shall we?" he asked, motioning with his chin towards the open bus doors.
I continued to stare, before I put two and two together, nodding as I grabbed the remainder of my bags.
"Y-yes! Sorry!" I replied, quickly turning, and stumbling down the narrow isle of seats.
"Careful." he spoke, chuckling as well.
I took a deep breath, nodding as I made my way to the front, trying hard to ignore the blush at my cheeks.
It was wonderful to be off the cramped metal contraption, the air outside cool, clear, so much nicer then the stagnant air and B.O of the teenagers I'd been force to breath for the last hour or so.
We were apparently at the camp site, trails all over the place, complete with lots of dirt and trees and...fire pits.
...oh joy... I thought, my enthusiasm taking a hit.
"Alright, line up everyone, let's go." called Doreen, the class separating into the main high school groups by year.
Doreen proceeded to take roll call. I was aware my name wouldn't be called for along time since I was a senior and she was still trying to locate one of the freshmen. I stood, watching as the others in my class talked and joked among themselves, feeling suddenly...alone. I glanced around, my brothers a grade and so below me, were busy talking with their friends. I searched for Ari, but she had ended up on the opposite side of our group. I had no idea where Greydi had gone either, so there I was, the outcast, sticking out like a sore thumb in my pleated skirt and button down top with platforms.
"Are you all alone?" spoke a husky voice from behind.
I cringed at the sound, slowly turning to face them.
"No Eric. I'm just standing here with Casper. Say hi Casper?" I spoke, sarcasm heavy.
Eric snorted, giving a chuckle as he stepped to me.
Ah Eric, how I hated him, I couldn't even begin to count the ways. Then again, I guess all girls felt that way about their ex...or at least the really annoying ones.
For one thing, Eric and I had only been together a short while, a little over two weeks and once Eric found out I wouldn't sleep with his sorry ass, he dumped me and decided to try his chances with miss popular, Robin Gomez. Things must not have been so hot since he continued to stalk me. I wondered why I couldn't be like any other guys ex, forgotten.
"Shall I...keep you company?" he asked, stepping to me now, I instinctively rolling my eyes and stepping back.
"No thanks, I prefer my stuffed animal Pikachu." I stated, Eric frowning.
"Whatever. Late tonight...I'm gonna sneak into your room and give it to you. How's that sound.?" he whispered, winking at me.
For a moment I stared appalled, wondering just how much truth was behind that threat. I figured he was just bluffing, glaring at him.
"Go right ahead. I'll be sure to break your legs far before you get in the room." I stated, Eric throwing his head back with a laugh.
"We'll see, We'll see!" he managed, prancing off to join his buddies.
I watched, sighing heavily, wondering if I had remembered to pack my pepper spray. That baby was going under the pillow tonight.
"Enough, Everyone is accounted for, so now please split into boys and girls. Group one is the Freshmen and Sophomores, group 2 is the juniors and seniors." began Doreen, squawking out the orders in non stop repetition.
"Group one boys get cabins 1 and 2, group 2 boys get cabins 3 and 4. Group 1 girls get cabins 5 and 6. Group 2 girls get cabins 7 and 8. Staff and drivers get cabin 9 and the camp officials and counselors will be located in cabin 10, the main office which is right down this path." she added, motioning several times to a path on her left.
I listened, following her insane hand movements, noting that cabin 10 was pretty far off, the almost invisible white dot in the distance, nestled deeply into a thick wooden area.
...perfect... I thought, my moral falling now.
"Ok everyone, let's get to our dorms, put our stuff away and get a bunk buddie! After that...dinner!"
"Hurray for possum!" yelled a random kid, the boys laughing, the girls squealing.
I sighed, hanging my head as we all forged down the dirt paths to our respected cabins.
The boys seemed to have a harder time getting to their cabins, apparently too busy goofing off and what not, The girls were just as bad. I managed to hang at the very back, waiting until the others entered. I looked about the camp site, was glad the cabins were actually pretty close together, the boys was a little less then 12 yards from the girls. I checked the boys line out, hoping to see my brothers, blinked when my eyes easily found Jet, also at the back of his line. At first he seemed distracted but he quickly found me, smiling that oh so sweet smile again.
I held my breath, looking away, before forcing myself to look back, giving him a shy smile.
He continued to smile back, giving a wave as he entered his cabin. I gave one too, weak as it was, watching until I couldn't see him anymore.
"Oooo Melis likes my brother!" chimed a voice from behind.
"Hey, hey none of that!" I managed, noting the heat at my cheeks.
"Liar! you're blushing! It's so cute!" piped Greydi, dancing beside me now as she pointed and laughed at my open book face.
"W-whatever!" I replied, relived as Ari grabbed our wrists and dragged us inside.
I wasn't sure what I was expecting. For the most part, a tent would have sufficed, but I suppose having a roof and floor was better then the sky with dirt to sleep on. The cabin was indeed a log cabin, the walls inside all bare, the floor below artificial wood. A few throws rugs here and there. There were row upon row of bunk beds, rugs by each one.
"Alright, please team up with your bunk buddies, and get your stuff put away, then meet outside so we can get ready for diner." spoke Doreen, a check list in hand.
I waited quietly, trying to listen for my name, thankfully there was only one other Melissa, which made it easier. Of course my name wasn't called until the end.
"Melissa...and...Robin." spoke Doreen with a devious smile.
I stared at her, wide eyed and shocked.
Were my ears deceiving me? Had she called the right Melissa? Was I in the middle of a nightmare? Of all the people I could have been teamed up with, why Robin?
Before I could think, blink or even speak, Robin was there, tossing her stuff to the bottom bunk and taking a seat.
"Looks like we're buddies." she spoke, looking less then enthused.
She sighed, opening a small pocket mirror, fixing her lip gloss.
"Oh well.." she said, snapping it shut as she stood.
"Just slide my things under the bed would you? Don't bother unpacking them, I'm not ready to change yet. Oh and please try not to mix our things up, I really don't want to wear loser clothes, m'kay?" she spoke, strutting away from our bunks and to the exit.
I stood, frozen, shocked. Had I heard her right? She did realize this was a camping trip and not some hotel suit, yes? What was I, her personal servant?! Bull!
I glared at the empty wall, letting my things fall to the floor. I wasn't one to stand up for myself, I was too weak for that. Instead, I got on my knees as any dog would and started putting her things under the bed for her. It made me sick how easily I fell before her, but who could complain? She was beautiful and blonde had a killer figure and perfect skin. She worked the short shorts and her camisole, not to mention the boys and the staff. What could I really do to her? Say to her? No one would care or listen to me. My best bet now was to keep her happy, because she had the power to make my life hell.
...ha, this is hell baby... my mind reminded me, the remainder of my happy points gone, flushed right down the toilet.
I sighed, putting her closet away under the bed, opting to find a spot for my stuff. Sadly there wasn't much room left, so I just shoved my bigger bag of clothes to the far back of the bed, resting the smaller one at the end of the top bunk. So long as I remembered not to kick it off when I slept, it would work just fine.
Time was wasting according to Doreen, who eagerly pushed us out the door. I stumbled here and there on the even floor making it outside, quickly learning that platforms and uneven dirt paths were not the best combination.
"Dinner, come on!" called Doreen, I noting she must have been the hungry one since that was the only words out of her mouth,
The dining area was more like an outdoor picnic hut. It was a large rectangular area, surrounded by large wooden walls, complete with a canopy. The inside area was less then inviting, numerous picnic tables here and there, already full of the other classes.
"I hope Beth saved me a seat." sang Robin, strutting her stuff as she stepped onto the old wood floor.
I rolled my eyes, shaking my head. How could anyone not remember to save her anything? Impossible.
I didn't bother joining a random table, simply prayed my idiot brothers were smart enough to sit together. I thanked the Almighty easily finding them at a table in the back. I hurried towards them, grabbing the first tray of food that I passed in the serving lane.
"Hey idiots." I spoke, sitting between the two.
"Hi moron." replied Nick, Chris's response muffled, his mouth full of what I assumed was mac and cheese.
I adjusted my posture, looking to my food, wincing a bit. It looked like some form of meat, but what? I wasn't sure, gently nudging it off to the side, opting to go for the mass of mashed potatoes instead.
"Is it alright if we sit with you guys?"
"No. V.I.P only." spoke Nick, I quickly elbowing his ribs.
"Ow....!" he whined.
I sighed, nodding.
"Ignore the idiot and take a...seat." I spoke, looking up in shock.
As expect, Ari was there, tray in hand, Greydi beside her, as expected. What was unexpected was Jet at her side. I could feel myself choking already.
"It's ok if I sit too right?" he asked, smiling that oh so sweet smile.
I went to speak, instantly stuttering like a moron, Nick and Chris muffling their laughter while trying to keep their food in the mouths.
"That's a yes." added Chris, Jet chucking in response.
They took a seat, Jet sitting beside his sister. I breathed a small sigh of relief. At least wouldn't have to put up with my stupidity directly.
I did little talking for the most part, Let Ari and my brothers steer the conversation. I caught Greydi though, her eyes flickering between myself and her brother, a smile of sheer glee on her face. I shook my head as if saying "no way," but my face gave everything away, instantly turning red the moment Jet's eyes met mine.
"This is going to be so much fun!" sang Ari, chipper as always.
"I'm doing archery tomorrow." added Nick.
"Please don't hurt Chris...or yourself." I urged.
"Well, you're not shooting any arrows, so I'm sure everyone will be safe."
"Shut up." I growled, smacking Chris.
I sighed as everyone else laughed, trying hard to keep my eyes on my plate, turning the mystery meat there over with my fork, suddenly feeling...strange.
In fact...this entire trip seemed strange to me...it didn't make sense either, at least to me anyway.
"Am I...the only one here who thinks this trip is just a little...strange?" I asked, continuing to poke the mass in my plate with a fork.
I blinked when I didn't get a response, noting all were staring at me.
I sighed rolling my eyes.
"The silence if very reassuring." I managed, resting my head in my arms.
"You're just weird." offered Nick.
"Yeah. Once we make a campfire, I'm sure all the weirdness will fly away...like the smoke." added Chris, patting my back.
I glared at both of them.
"Sure."
"I'm sure it's nothing Melis." assured Greydi.
I looked to her.
"I think you're just tired. It's been a long day." she added, giving a weak smile.
I tilted my head a bit, noting I was pretty tired. Perhaps she was right.
"Yeah...yeah I'm sure you're right." I spoke, nodding.
Sadly dinner passed far too quick and I noted I had barely looked at Jet, though that was of my own accord since I was choosing to ignore him, less I get tormented by my table guest for blushing like a lunatic.
"Back to the cabins, let's go! Curfew is 9 o' clock! Let's rest up for tomorrow!" spoke Doreen, suddenly there, clapping and what not hurrying us into our groups and back to out cabins.
"Well damn." I sighed, standing now.
"Not hungry?" asked a cool voice, my heart skipping a beat.
"Oh, uh...not really." I replied, looking at him for half a second before I looked away.
"Heh, neither am I. Was never one for the mystery meat." he teased with a playful wink.
I managed a weak smile.
We stood for a moment in silence. I racked my brain for any type of topic but nothing seemed interesting or worthy of this beautiful boy before me. Instead he lead the way towards the garbage, setting our trays on a cart beside it.
"Alright, break it up you too and get back to your groups." spoke Doreen, pushing us in opposite directions.
"Alright, alright...!" I snapped, glaring at her.
"I'll see you later Melis." spoke Jet smiling with a wave.
"Later." I managed, swiftly turning and rushing back to my group.
I didn't bother rushing inside, there really was no point. I also didn't bother for a shower, seeing as how Robin and her little posse had already taken the initiative, forbidding the other girls from showering with them, lest they get cooties or something. I rolled my eyes, rummaging through my massive bag, tugging out a pair of blue cloth pajamas, my hair brush and a fresh pair of socks, at least I could be somewhat clean. My only problem now was changing... and there really were no changing rooms.
I glanced around wondering if it was proper camping etiquette to strip in front of the other girls, noting all of them had literally threw off their clothes without worry or shame. I shrugged, noting it was all good, seeing as how the popular girls were gone for the moment, at least we could all change without having to worry about them ridiculing our bodies.
I shrugged out of my shirt and slipped off my skirt, putting on some lotion as I slipped into my clothing, being sure to push my bag as far from Robins. Heaven forbid my stuff touch hers. I ran my brush through my hair, tugging it into a lose pony tail at the back of my neck, carefully climbing the ladder to the top bunk.
Fear ran though me as I cautiously crawled onto the large mattress, the squeaking of it and bed together making me fear for my life more and more. My only fears now were the bed falling apart or me falling off it. I smirked noting option one wouldn't be so bad, Robin would surely cushion my landing. I quickly pushed that aside, noting I was more or less likely to just fall to my death, the small railings on either side of the bed looking useless. I quickly pushed all my whining aside, getting under my too plush covers and settling into my down pillow.
I had managed to smuggle my cell phone into my bed, scanning the text messages. I noticed one from Nick. He too much have snuck his phone in. I opened the text.
'Don't let the bed bugs bite.'
I rolled my eyes.
'I hope they bite you.' I replied, smirking as I closed my eyes and my phone, slipping it into my front breast pocket.
It wasn't long before the restlessness of the day clicked in.
A feeling of unease whirled through me, shook me to no end as a chill ran up my spine. I tensed some, curling up, gripping my blanket a bit, slightly opening my eyes to see a blurry figure outside the window.
I blinked again, sitting up in my bed now.
"Melis..."
I turned some.
"You ok?" asked Ari, about 5 bunks to my right
I nodded.
"K, night!" she sang, waving.
I waved in reply, turning towards the window again, noting nothing was there anymore.
I frowned, pulling my covers over myself once more, closing my eyes in annoyance.
Surely this was just me being crazy, just a simple overaction. I told myself that over and over, but the feeling of being watched, the unease and restlessness never left, following me even in my dreams.
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O—M—G, the first chappy is up! A miracle? Yes I know, seeing as how it took over a WEEK to write it, but that was because my inspiration came in very tiny spurts. Anyhoo, gotta thank my friends for allowing me to use them in this fiction and my idiot bothers XD Don't worry, Melis will protect you all! Ah Eric, and Robin too. They seem to have become my favorite enemy characters. If you read Kiss Me Deadly, you'd note Eric is pretty dumb, well I promise to keep him as dumb, if not more in this fic as well XD Melis is back, does she ever get a break!? XD No MATT?! OMG shocking, and who is this Jet!? Aahaha the secrets of the world..or just my world...anyhoo, very happy with how it turned out though the ending seemed kind of blah...ah well there will be action in the next chapter, and after that, blood bath! Aaha how I love Ft13!!! Please continue to read and review and enjoy this chapter and the next. -Melis