Yes, this is going to be rather humorous... because I'm in a humorous mood. Pony may seem OOC, but I hope I don't stretch it too far. Please tell me if you think I'm doing something wrong, okay? Enjoy!
Warning: A lot of sarcasm and some cursing. Pony's quite the mouthy fella.
Tuesday (same day)- 8:08 AM
Here I am, exactly an hour since I woke up, sitting in my first class. The only difference from today compared to other days was that I wasn't paying very much attention.
What was that?
"CURTIS! PAY ATTENTION!" A loud slap came in front of me, for my head was turned to the back. Of course, I snapped back to attention once I heard the ruler. Everyone around me was laughing. I looked up at the teacher.
Ahh shit.
Of course, it's the 'best' teacher in the school, whom I have first thing in the morning to 'brighten' my day... not. It's actually the worst teacher in the whole school.
Just my luck.
"And would you like to explain to me WHY you were facing the OTHER direction!" She demanded, fixing me with those 'death glares.' Yes, this is one of those teachers that looked like other mean teachers: old, wrinkly, gray hair in bun, magenta suit with long skirt and stockings and brown loafers. You know what I mean.
"I thought I saw something." Was my brilliant come-back.
"Oh really?"
"... yes."
Tuesday- 8: 53 AM
Well, I'm the second class and I already have detention. I swear, the day's getting better and better...
You know I'm being sarcastic, right?
For starters, this class is full of Socs... because it's a smart class... and greasers don't go to smart classes... except me... because I'm smart.
Of course, half of these Socs were in my previous class, and thus, I'm being made fun of.
"Hey grease! Hear you got a hot date with the old bat!"
See what I mean? Of course, this being NOT my lucky day, and I'm feeling incredibly stupid right now from being so incredibly paranoid.
"Shut up! You're just jealous, you stupid prat!"
Where the hell did I pull that from?
"Oh? Is that so, grease? Well, maybe then I should show you how jealous I just really am, hmm?"
Ahh, damn it!
Tuesday- 10:42 AM
Well... not only do I got detention... I got three Socs after my ass... to kick it, I mean. All for separate reasons due to my stupid mouth. But there is one thing to look forward to.
Lunch time! Which means I can sit with Two-bit. Which means I'll be safe.
Take that!
"CURTIS! QUIT SLAMMING YOUR FIST ON THE DESK!"
Oops.
Tuesday- 11:53 AM
Well, I guess I can add another detention to the list, but I have more important things to worry about.
Like, where's Two-bit?
"Curtis!" Now what?
I turned around, ready to give the guy a serious pounding... until I realized who it was.
Tim Shepard.
He was glaring at me. I mean, who's not? I'm obviously the target of everyone's hatred today.
"You're in my way." Well, gheez, sorry about that, your royal highness! Shall I grab you a drink and shove it down your pants while I move out of your path and trip you?
Of course, I would never utter such things out loud to someone like Tim. That would be just asking for it.
"Where's Two-bit?" Right, get to the point. Let him know that you're not through yet!
"Detention. Happened just last period. Now move it or I'll do it for ya!"
As I was walking far, FAR away as possible, towards the empty tables on the opposite end, I was thinking... no, cursing Two-bit with everything I could think of. How dare he get in trouble in the time of my mental crisis!
Hmm?
Turning around, I gave the cafeteria a quick scan. Everybody seemed to be doing their thing... except those couple Socs pointing and laughing at me... but that's not it. It's almost as if someone was just...
Staring at me.
But where? I don't see anyone looking... but that feeling.
I don't think I'm feeling very well... looking at the lunch special of the day...
I dumped my tray and walked outside to the courtyard for a smoke.
Tuesday- 3:59 PM
Here I am, sitting in the office, waiting for my detention dates. I hear of a lot of arguing in the next room, and some strange ones on my other side... better not think about it.
Two-bit, who I ran into earlier on my way here, said he was heading over to the DX. He offered to come back to pick me up, but I didn't know when I was getting out of here and he said he ain't waiting. So that leaves me walking home.
My good luck is continuing.
Is it me or those strange noises getting louder? I really should try not to think about it.
"All right, Mr. Curtis. You will have your three detentions in the next three days, one for each."
Gheez, I know how to count, damn hag! And yes, I got another one... don't ask.
"I would suggest on showing up in time for each of these detentions. Failure for such will be marked and added as an additional detention."
All right, all right! I get it!
Some lady just screamed... and it wasn't out of pain...
The secretary was staring at me, her cheeks turning red.
"Uhh, yeah, I got it. I'm gonna go now!" Grabbing the paper, I ran out that hellhole as fast as I could.
Once I ran two blocks away from the school, I slowed down. No need to waste my energy... yet.
There were two Socs up ahead... looking pretty familiar... ahh, shit.
"Hey, there's the greaser brat!" The one looked up, shouting. Now I think I can waste my energy running.
"Hey asshole, not only will we wash the grease out of your hair, we'll give your mouth a good washing too!"
No! I don't want anything 'washed'! I hate you Two-bit!
Tuesday- 5: 48 PM
Amazingly enough, I managed to escape from them. That's the good news.
The bad news is that I'm even further away from home, it's late... and I'm getting that feeling again.
Looking around cautiously, I power-walked down the sidewalk.
Please let me make home in one piece!
Tuesday- 6:36 PM
Yes, I'm here, in one piece and safe!
"Pony! Where have you been? And why you lying on the porch like that!"
Oh Soda, if only you knew.
"C'mon man, better get in now before Darry snaps."
Oh Soda... how could you be so cruel to me?
"Can't you like... tell him I'm safe and stuff BEFORE you drag me in there!" I demanded, grabbing onto the railing along the steps.
He gave me a funny look... probably cause I'm acting pretty weird. I mean, usually I'd either walk in there like a man or run for it.
I gave up on running away... the last time I did that, two members of the gang died. If I ran away again, who knows who gets the axe this time? Maybe it'll be Steve...
And I'm just not feeling very manly right now. Pull on me all you want! I'm not going in there!
Soda, you're being so cruel to me! Why!
Tuesday- 8:41 PM
Well, after getting the "talk" about my behavior and stuff like that, I was sent to my room. Well, if you even call it talking...
And let's say that my detentions didn't make the situation any better.
"Hey, does your bum feel any better yet?"
Yes, I got spanked... at this age... don't tell anyone.
"No, Soda. It feels the same as it did 5 minutes ago.
I felt an arm plop on the back, since I was lying on my stomach. I don't know why, but as soon as I feel Soda's arm, I just feel like all my troubles will go away.
"Tell me what's wrong, honey. You're not being yourself."
Unless, of course, someone brings it up. Talk about mixed feelings.
"Nothing... just had a lousy day." I mumbled, turning my head to face the wall.
"Well, that I can see. Three detentions! That's like, a new record for ya! What did ya do, strip and run around naked?"
I snorted, seeing that image. "Naw, that's more Two-bit's style, don't ya think?"
Soda laughed, tightening his grip. Soda can always make me feel better... even if he was the one who dragged me in here.
I guess I was being kinda quiet though, feeling Soda putting his hand on my forehead.
"What's wrong Ponyboy? You don't feel sick."
There was a loose thread on the pillowcase that I was trying to pull out.
"Nothing... just a bad day, really."
I could feel him staring at me, but I don't dare to turn around. I knew that as soon as I did, I'd tell him everything.
"All right. But you know ya can tell me anythin', right?"
"I know." Believe me, Soda, I know. And that's what scares me.
Yay! Finished chapter! That was a long one, huh? Well, hopefully you have enjoyed this one and I'll see ya next time!
