Ch.2

James P.O.V.

As soon as I stepped foot on the school campus, I knew that this was going to be just like all of my other schools. I could see all of the popular kids hanging out in the courtyard while all of the other groups just stayed in the background. I've always hated it when people were looked down upon just because they weren't popular or they didn't look a certain way. I guess the reason is because I used to be that person. I used to be one of the popular kids, making fun of anyone else that wasn't part of the 'in-crowd'. And by 'used to be' I mean about a month or two ago. Eventually, I got tired of it.

Needless to say, since I stood up to the populars at my old school, they did all they can to knock me right to the bottom of the food chain. While standing up to them did get me a little bit of credibility, it wasn't enough.

In a way, I guess it was good that I moved here to Minnesota. It was a chance for a fresh start. Even if it would be short lived. I guess for now, I'd just have to blend in and try not to get too attached to anybody. As I made my way to the main office I noticed a blonde haired guy staring at me. I'm guessing he was one of the popular kids since he was hanging out with jock looking guys and cheerleaders. I decided to just brush him off and stick to heading to the office.

Kendall P.O.V.

I wasn't really sure what anyone was saying anymore because I wasn't paying attention. I was tired of having to listen to their mindless banter everyday. I wasn't really sure why I still hung out with them. Well actually I did…

I was brought out of my thoughts when I saw an unfamiliar tall brunette walk by. We made eye contact and I noticed his hazel eyes that seemed to dig into emerald ones. It only took about a second before he broke the contact and headed to wherever he was going. I decided to go and introduce myself. Who knows, maybe he could be a potential friend. As I stepped into the hallway that he had walked through, I noticed him talking to someone. More specifically… Jett.

James P.O.V.

"So what do you think of the school so far?" The boy whose name was Jett asked with a stupid grin on his face.

"Well I haven't even been here ten minutes and this idiot is talking to me right now so I would have to say I hate it so far." I said, smirking at the look on his face.

"Look, I'm just trying to help. Stick with me and you'll be popular in no time." He said, that stupid grin returning.

"Sorry, but I'm not interested." I said, before brushing past him.

I wasn't really expecting him to grab my wrist though.

"Come on. Are you seriously saying that you don't want to be popular?" He asked, sounding shocked.

I didn't answer, I just settled for punching him in the face. I knew that I had taken him by surprise by the shocked look on his face.

"This isn't over." That's all he said before leaving.

I was getting ready to go on and head to the office when I suddenly heard someone clapping. I turned around to see the blonde from just minutes ago.

"Nice. That took guts kid." I pushed down the urge to make a witty retort seeing as how he called me a kid when we were both around the same age. "Um, thanks?" It came out more as a question, but the message was still there.

"I'm sure you know by now that was Jett." I nodded my head, not really interested in hearing about him.

"He's kind of the king of the campus. And the captain of the other hockey team." Now that grabbed my interest.

"What do you mean 'the other hockey team'?" I asked.

"The principal thought that it would be a great idea to make two hockey teams. We had just gotten a hockey program a couple years ago, and when we got it, tons of people wanted to join the team. So as a solution, he made two hockey teams to allow more people to get a chance to play." I had to admit that while it was a great idea, there had to have been some complications.

"So… how do you guys decide who goes against the other schools?" I asked, knowing that they couldn't really send two teams from one school to play.

"We have a game against the other team. Whoever wins gets to go up against other schools. The team that loses… well they're just out of luck."

"Wow… that's kinda harsh. But I guess it's understandable." I said, to which the blonde nodded in agreement. I looked down at my watch and noticed that it was almost time for classes to start.

"Look, I've gotta get going so I can get my schedule and everything.

" I said, not wanting to be late on my first day.

"I can go with you. I mean, if you want." He offered.

I had to admit that he seemed like a great person and potential friend. But I couldn't get attached. I had to keep reminding myself that I wouldn't be here for long.

"Thanks, but I think I can handle it.

" I said, feeling bad when his smile faltered. "Alright. I guess I'll see you around?" He asked, sounding hopeful. I couldn't bring myself to hurt him.

"Maybe." I said, forcing a smile on my face. I turned to leave but his voice stopped me.

"My name's Kendall by the way." He said, holding his hand out for me to shake.

"My names' James." I said while shaking his hand. "It was nice meeting you Kendall." I said before heading to the office to pick up my schedule. The whole walk to the office I had to keep telling myself the same thing over and over again…

Don't get attached.