Chapter 2
Ungrounded
~Laney's POV~
I woke up to a beam of sunlight shinning through my bedroom window right in my face. I cringe and roll over to look at the clock on my nightstand. It reads 10:38 a.m.. Awe man! I'm supposed to meet Corey at noon! I have to get ready.
I hurry out of bed and run to my bathroom for a quick shower. As I finish rinsing my hair, I hear my mom call to me from the next room. "That you Laney?" "Yeah Mom" I yell back. "Make sure you dress for the weather today. It's supposed to be hot." "Okay" I answer, stepping out of the shower and wrapping a towel around myself.I walk back into my room and begin looking through my closet. I start to think about Corey again, and what he would think of me in various outfits. I can't help it, okay. I glance at my clock, 11:03. Finally, I decide on wearing my usual combat boots with a pair of black jean shorts and a lime green tank top.
Back in the bathroom, I brush out my short red hair and pull it into a messy bun. I apply my makeup and look back at the clock. 11:42. Perfect. I slide my phone into my pocket and grab my bass, slinging it on my back and tightening the strap around me. I make my way downstairs and see my mom sitting on the living room couch. I try to keep quiet so she doesn't notice me, but it's no use. "Where are you off to" she asked as I reached for the knob of the front door. I don't know how she always catches me, but she does. "I'm going to Corey's house for practice" I reply. My mom grinned. She knows how much I like Corey and torchers me about it constantly. "Okay then," she said in a knowing tone, "you have fun." I roll my eyes as I step outside and begin the walk to Corey's house.
~Corey's POV~
Finally, it's Saturday! I'm officially ungrounded. I woke up around nine this morning. As soon as I opened my eyes, I knew the day was finally here. I quickly get out of bed and change into my regular getup. Not bothering to brush my hair, I put on my orange beanie to hide my bed head.
I went to the kitchen where my dad was already sitting. He was drinking his daily cup of coffee while my mom was making breakfast. I guess Trina was still asleep. "Good morning Hon" my mom said cheerfully as I walked in. "Morning everyone" I said, taking a seat next to my dad at the dining room table. "So Corey," my dad began, "have you learned your lesson?" "Oh yes," I reply, telling him what I know he wants to hear, "I was wrong to violate Trina's privacy like that. I'm sorry." I had on my best guilty face as I spoke. This was too easy. "Well then, you are no longer under punishment." "Yes!" "I suppose you'd like this back." He pulls my cell phone out of his pocket and hands it to me. "Thanks Dad."
*A Few Hours Later*
It's 11:56 and I'm in the garage waiting for Laney. I hope she got my letter. Dad said he mailed it last Saturday, so she should have gotten it in time. Maybe she thought it would be too weird to practice without the twins and didn't wanna come. Gosh, I hope that isn't the case. I really hope she comes soon. I've been missing her a lot lately. I mean it's been a whole week! I can barely survive one day without her. Seeing Lanes always makes me happy. It didn't matter what the rest of my day was like. As long as I've got my Lanes, I'm fine.
...wait..did I just call her MY Lanes? Agh, it's getting worse! Ever since second grade I've had a crush on her. It's been getting harder and harder to manage. Stupid teenage hormones! I'm so anxious. I walk over to the garage window and look outside. She's here! I see Laney making her way down the sidewalk. Wow, she sure is pretty. I'm doing it again! Stop it brain! I take a deep breath and let it out slow. Be cool, Corey. Casually, I open the garage door as Laney starts up the driveway.
~Laney's POV~
I make it to Corey's house. Keep your cool Laney. It's just band practice. As I make my way towards the garage door, it opens. I see Corey, and my heart is racing. I just can't hold it all in. "Core" I nearly squeal as I run up to him and hug him tightly. What am I doing?! He's probably so freaked out now. I'm about to pull away when I feel Corey slowly wrap his arms around me. I blush as I lean into his chest. I can hear his heart beat. Is it my imagination, or is Corey's heart beating faster then normal? It's so loud. I shift my eyes and catch a glimpse of his face. Was Corey blushing? Is it possible...
~Corey's POV~
Before I can get a word out, Lanes is hugging me. I was in shock. I'm so glad he can't see my face. I can feel heat rising in my cheeks as I start to blush furiously. After taking a second to compose myself, I return the hug and look down at the beautiful girl. Is it just me, or is Laney blushing? I feel my heart start to race and see her blush grow deeper. Why was she so excited? Was it about me? Could it be...