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The Slap:

Jade, Jade, Jade! Where are you? D:

-Mood: Frustrated

This is ridiculous. I've continuously texted Jade's phone ever since I woke up this morning, before my shower, after my shower, while I brushed my teeth, while I changed, while I ate breakfast; basically all day. I tried calling her a few times, but it just goes straight to voicemail, so I'm guessing Jade got annoyed with all my texts and eventually turned her phone off. I even searched every inch of Hollywood Arts ever since I arrived to school this morning.

As I was busy texting another message to Jade again, I accidently bumped into someone.

"Whoa there, muchacha. Slow down."

I stopped in my tracks and turned around to see Andre, smiling. "Andre!" I ran over to him and grasped his shoulders. "Where's Jade?" I asked, shaking him back and forth.

"Hey, hey, hey," He took my hands off his shoulders and squeezed them. "Calm down, Tor. What's up with you?"

I sighed. "I'm sorry. It's just, ever since last night, I've been worried about Jade. I've tried texting her and calling a few times, but she just won't answer me. Have you seen her at all today?"

Andre shoved his hands into his pockets and shrugged. "Sorry, haven't seen her, along with Beck. I think they both decided to stay home today to get their mind off of things. I know I would, too, if I were in their position."

I groaned in frustration. "Aw, man. I wanted to make sure she's okay."

"Hey, don't be so down. You know Jade and Beck. They always fight, break up, then kiss and make up. It's a never-ending roller coaster for them."

I gave a faint smile. "I don't think that's one of those times, Andre. I think this is actually permanent."

Andre stared at me in disbelief. "What? B-But.. They love each other. They can't just let each other go like that."

I shrugged. "You heard Beck. He's just tired of all the fights, and I think Jade is, too."

Andre looked down at the floor and blinked. I know what he's thinking. Jade and Beck has been together for a couple of years and now they're finally done with everything. I've always wondered how Beck can deal with all those fights with Jade, but I guess he's been holding back until last night.

Andre and I walked over to my locker and I opened it, getting my books for my next class. Robbie ran down the stairs, holding Rex as usual. He spied Andre and I and ran over to us. "Guys!"

"Hey, Robbie," I greeted.

"Hey, if Sikowitz asks for me, don't tell him you've seen me!"

Andre raised an eyebrow. "Why not?"

Rex laughed. "Because Sikowitz is forcing him to play the role of a girl."

Andre laughed along with him. "That's some nutty chizz right there."

"It's not funny! I don't want to play a girl!" Robbie complained.

"Well, why not? I've played the role of a boy before," I said.

Before Robbie could answer, Cat ran over to us. "Hey, guys! Have you been on The Slap lately?"

I furrowed my eyebrows together. "Not since yesterday afternoon. Why?"

Cat held her phone in front of me and my eyes widened at what I'm seeing. "Jade West, single. Beck Oliver, single." I scratched the back of my head. "Wow... So I guess it's official."

"Well, now Beck's gonna be trampled by a lot of girls," Robbie said. "At least he doesn't have to be worried about Jade being on his case now." I narrowed my eyes at him, making him raise his free hand in defense. Even though she denies it, Jade's my friend, and I'm not gonna let anyone talk bad about her. "I-I'm just saying..."

I was about to speak until my phone vibrated. I unlocked it, reading the message:

Seventy-three text messages. Twenty voicemails. What will it take for you to leave me alone?

I squealed, making my three friends stare at me. "Um, sorry. Be right back!" I ran into the janitor's closet, locking the door behind me. This is very important to me right now. I dialed Jade's number and called her, pressing my phone to my ear. After four rings, Jade picked up.

"What?" she yelled, annoyed.

"Jade!" I sighed in relief. "Finally!"

I heard her groan over the phone. "What could you possibly want from me?"

"I just want to make sure you're okay.. Look, Jade, I know you'll keep denying it, but I am your friend. I care about you, and I just want you to open up to me like you did the last time you dumped...him." I didn't dare to say Beck's name. I'm pretty sure Jade would hang up on me if I did.

There was silence for several seconds then she took a deep breath. "I..." She sighed. "Look, I'm fine, Vega, okay? Or at least I will be. I just need time to..get my mind off of it."

"And that's why I'm here. I'm here to help."

I could tell in my gut that she just rolled her eyes. "And exactly how are you gonna help me?"

"Well.. You could come hang out at my pla-"

"Ew," Jade says in disgust. "I do not plan to stay in a house full of Trina whining and complaining."

"You don't need to worry about her. She's gonna be busy at a friend's house tonight," I assured her. "Plus, my parents won't be around 'til late at night, so you can come over."

"Whoa, wait.."

I raised an eyebrow. "What?"

"That thing actually has friends?" she asked, talking about Trina. I rolled my eyes.

"Yes, Trina does."

"Hmph." Jade huffed in surprised.

"So? You wanna hang out or not?" I asked.

There was another silence. Jade sighed. "Listen, after school, I'll pick you up, drive over to your place and pick up any shit that you need, then come here to my house. Sound good?"

Even though she couldn't see me right now, I nodded my head rapidly. "Good! Amazing! I can't wait! Trust me, Jade. You will not regret this."

"I'm already regretting it."

I pulled my phone away and narrowed my eyes at it. I sighed and pressed my phone back to my ear. "Well, I'll see you later then. Bye, Jade."

"Whatever."

The line went dead and I pressed my back against the door. Finally, I get to spend time with Jade alone. Hopefully she'll bring her walls down and let out all her feelings. Knowing Jade, she doesn't have a lot of friends because of her personality, but I know that under all that cruel and evilness, there's a sensitive and soft person that's afraid of getting hurt. I just want her to know that I'm here for her, and I hope that one day, Jade and I can actually get along.

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