A/N: Hi people, this is the new and edited Chapter 2. Please read and review (: I hope the new one is better than the old one. And to all the old readers, thanks for all your support since I started this story and the new one may be slightly different from the old one. And to the new readers, I hope you like it. Enjoy!

Chapter 2

Ash

Bzz…bzz…

"What now?" I groaned, rubbing my head in pain.

Ugh, I hate hangovers. I know, you would wonder how can vampires get hangovers, most importantly, how can they even get drunk? Well, let me tell you then, I did. Mainly it was all Kestrel fault. After I got back from breaking another girl's heart (I rock), Kestrel had a little party going on. She had to bring back some human guys with alcoholic drinks. And there was Jade too with the stupid curiosity of hers. She had to wonder if vampires could get drunk, and as for me, the innocent handsome brother whom was just watching Glee, was the victim. I could just sue them for forcing and abusing me. Pah, and dad thought they were angels. Ash, stop making Jade cry! Or, Ash, give Kestrel the remote! Ash this Ash that, if only he knew his daughters were evil… Grr… Well except Rowan, she's nice. Like pillows!

"Oh…Ashhhhhhhhhhhhh…" Jade cooed with her sugary sweet voice, poking me in the ribs.

"Jeez, what's with the shouting?" I complained, wincing at her voice.

"Aww, Ash is upset." She battled her eyelashes, pouting sadly. See, I told you! EVIL!

"Go away!" I threw a pillow in her face, and glared. "And stop yelling!"

Instead, all she did was laugh. (Evil) "Okay fine, I am leaving. But I must say dear brother; you put off quite a show last night." Jade winked one of her green eyes and left me lost in confusion.

Last night, what happened after I got drunk?

But then I saw the neon green numbers flashing at me.

Shit.

I was so extremely late. Basketball practice was going to start in ten more minutes, and Coach Dawson would be bursting in flames since I was always late. Yeah sure, he would most probably give me his famous lecture or threaten to report me to Principal Riggins, but there was something I was sure of, they would never, when I said never I mean it, kick me off the basketball team.

However, I would be assigned to another toilet cleaning job. Yuck, not the greatest job ever.

I grumbled and muttered a few curses as I stepped into the bathroom. After putting on the matching navy blue shirt and shorts –in within one minute, I know, I am pretty awesome—I grabbed my bag and ran downstairs, straight to my ride which was awaiting me in the garage, without even calling for my sisters.

Hmm, should I? I gave a second thought.

Nah, they can walk. It's not like they will die. The voice in my head replied.

I smirked at my handsome reflection in the mirror, as I headed towards Winston High, otherwise known as hell.

Hey, my head didn't hurt anymore!

OOO

Mary-Lynnette

I stared at the girl in the mirror.

Her blue eyes were huge, mix emotions swirling in them. Long brown hair fell down her shoulders framing her heart-shaped face. Pink lips pulled into a straight line.

So, what now? I asked myself.

Honestly, I didn't really know what to do. Should I act bitter and angry because I lost my parents like everyone did or should I act sad and mournful? Hmm, tough choice…

Or I could just act like how my parents wanted me too, be happy.

Yup, that was what I was going to do.

Without giving a second thought, I fished out the perfectly ironed school uniform from the closet. It was nothing special, just a white short-sleeved blouse with a navy blue above knee-length skirt to match. Slowly, I took off the shorts and over-sized T-shirt I was wearing and wore the uniform. It fitted just perfectly. Then I put on a pair of white ballet flats to finish off the look.

I guess I was presentable now.

The smell of burn toast filled the kitchen. Not something you will be expecting in the morning. An auburn haired female stood in front of the stove, looking helpless.

I should introduce her I guess. Katherine Carter is her name, otherwise known as my aunt. She's twenty five, has short auburn hair, a tall figure –I guess tallness runs in the family—blue eyes and suck at cooking. She works as a wedding planner, and hates it when we call her aunt. Oh, and by the way, she's single and a fashionable person, unlike me.

"Um, do you need help?" I asked, trying to contain my laughter.

Katherine shot me a sad look, "Yes, I am afraid so."

I took the pancake mix from her and shoo her out of the kitchen. Which she gladly obliged and instead she leaned over to look from the island, then was accompanied with a blurry looking sixteen year-old.

"Good morning, Mark." I greeted as I pushed the pancakes towards them.

"Mhm…" He replied, digging into the pancakes like a hungry man who hadn't eaten in a week.

I shot him a disgusted look, while he just shrugged.

"So, how was the fever coming along?" Katherine questioned, draining her glass of yogurt drink.

He shrugged again.

"Do you think you can go to school?" I asked.

He shrugged again. Oh gosh, I was getting annoyed.

"Nope, I don't think he could." Katherine read the thermometer she popped into his mouth earlier.

"Okay then, then I'll be going." I smiled and ruffled Mark's brown hair.

As soon as I was about to leave, an arm gripped my wrist. And of course, who else would it be besides Katherine. Damn, she looked dissatisfied.

"Yes?" I squeaked.

"You are just leaving like that?" Her lip-glossed lips frowning, disapproval shown on her face.

I asked, "Yeah, why?"

"But you didn't even have any make up on!" Katherine complained.

Um, okay… "But I am just going to school, not a fashion show."

"At least some mascara would do!" She dragged me by the wrist and held me down on a chair.

So there I was, tortured by my aunt as she applied chemicals onto my face. While somebody *cough* Mark *cough* watched television as if nothing had happened.

Finally when she was done, I dashed out of the house before she had any other ideas.

Spring was my second favorite season, coming after autumn. The sky was a mixture of colors, and the moon was still visible, although it was starting to fade. There weren't much people on the road yet, since it was only seven.

Maybe this town would do me good after all.

The school was a big, modest four-storey building, painted creamy white, the smell of fresh paint lingering in the air. Different type of trees, shrubs, ferns and blooming plants were planted around the school, wooden benches placed here and there.

I took out the school guide and browse through. Classes start everyday at eight thirty and end at two. Co-curriculum for sports activities start at seven thirty everyday, clubs meetings usually start after school. Swimming classes once every week. However, what caught my eyes was the astronomy club.

I think I am going to like this school. I thought. But that was before I realized how wrong I was.

So, what to do now? I wondered, checking the time. The school office wasn't opened yet.

"Hey, watch it!" Someone yelled from somewhere, followed by a few yells.

What was that all about? Too bad I didn't get to see because this was the time when I landed face-first on the gravel road. And the pusher just ran away.

I was pissed. I hate it when people do that. Now where was that idiot? I cursed under my breath as I looked around with searching eyes. All I got was a glimpse of blond hair. Hmph, it must be some super egotistical male that all the girls swoon over.

"Well he did have a nice back view."Eww, what was I saying?

"Moron." I mumbled as I tried to stand up, but failed.

"Yup, I couldn't agree more. Need some help?" A girl around Mark's age with a chirpy voice handed out a hand which I gladly took. She was pretty, with silvery green eyes and platinum blond hair that seemed silvery. She definitely looked like one of the popular people.

"Um, thanks." I smiled awkwardly. What, I was not good with introductions.

"Nah, it's okay. I must apologize for my brother's rudeness though; I hope you wouldn't get mad." She flashed a radiant smile. "Hi, I am Jade Redfern."

"I am Mary-Lynnette. So that's your brother?" I asked curiously. Well they didn't really seem alike. His hair was much darker than hers and much browner.

"Yeah, sadly," She frowned but then beamed, "Hey aren't you that new student? I could show you around if you want."

"Sure."

OOO

Ash

"Stupid human girl," I cursed, my words dripping with venom. Not literally of course.

I was late for practice all because of her, and as predicted, I was forced to wash the boy's toilet again after school. Jeez, Coach Dawson really pisses me off, and the thing that sucked most was the fact that he was the type of human that couldn't be hypnotized, stupid vermin.

"Hey Ash," A voice crooned.

I gazed at the blond slutty looking female beside me. She was smiling flirtatiously, her finger trailing down my arm. Way to ruin my already ruined mood.

"Hey Brittany," I greeted her flatly, pushing her away. She reeked of too much perfume. Jeez, don't they ever hear of too much?

To my disappointment, she moved back closer, into my personal bubble, my BUBBLE!

"Aww, I miss you Ash." Brittany whined, slinging her arms around my neck which I pulled it off.

"Brittany, I already told you, I don't like you, I am just using you, and we are over. Now run along and find some other guy to make-out with." I peeled her off and stormed off, leaving her to sob.

"I hate you Ash Redfern!" She yelled but I kept walking anyway.

I know I was a heartless person so deal with it.

I strode into the classroom as everyone quiet down. Ahh, I love the attention.

"Morning ladies," I winked and flashed my irresistible charming smile at them, earning some glares from envious guys. I, Ash Redfern, was the hottest guy in school.

"Hey Ash," The girls replied flirtatiously, either baffling their eyelashes or twirling their hair.

I walked passed them and sit at my assigned seat, at the end of the lab. I didn't really have a partner so I had the whole table to myself. Besides, I didn't need a partner; I got the whole school of girls to keep me company.

Life was good.

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