Chapter 3.
Eitan's POV
"Hey, E! We're over here!" Cam called for me as I entered the store. He was sitting by everyone. Dylan teasing Sasha, Jade and Kobe sharing an apple juice, Cloe not really speaking to Cam, talking into a camcorder, and Iden with some girl I haven't met.
"Hey, guys." I said, walking up to them.
"Hey, Eitan!" They all said. Cloe turned the recorder to face me.
"Do you like that picture, Eitan?"
"Yeah…looks good." I answered. My eyes turned to the girl who sat by Iden.
"I didn't meet you yesterday." I said to her.
"Oh Eitan, this is my girlfriend Dana."
"Nice to meet you, Eitan." She said, offering me her hand. They were so pale.
"Same to you. What's that you're looking at?"
"Star Wars."
I nodded.
"She likes science fiction."
"Nothing wrong with that." I said, lamely. She smiled, continuing to read.
"I wonder what's taking Yasmin so long to get here." I heard Sasha whisper to Jade.
"She said that she was running a little late! I hope she doesn't get here too late."
"Well school doesn't start for another hour and a half." She said, while Dylan eavesdropped.
"I told you guys that he's taken." Dylan said.
"We heard you the first time, Dylan." Sasha sneered, meeting his eyes. He puckered his lips to her.
"Stop! You're being gross!" She exclaimed, pushing his face away.
"Guys!" I heard someone say behind me. As I turned to look back she was standing beside me, breathing heavily. She placed her hands against the table and took a breather. She was very attractive. Hazel green eyes, long, full and glossy light brown hair, full lips, clear olive skin. I stayed quiet.
"Hey Pretty Princess, what's wrong?" Jade asked. Cloe put her camera away and focused her attention on the girl with the sandy brown hair.
"Guys…I was online yesterday…"
"Yasmin, catch your breath." Sasha said. So this was Yasmin.
"The book was supposed to be read by today."
"Wait, what book?" Jade asked.
"The Awakening! She's doing a review test today. It counts for a grade." She finally said.
"Oh shit!" Jade said, slapping her palm to her forehead.
"Oh no! What are we going to do? We're never going to pass AP English! If we fail then we won't graduate! If we don't graduate then we will be stuck here with all of our teachers, taking classes with a bunch of young people!"
"I'm going to let her rant…we're doomed."
"Don't fret girls. I'm here late for a reason." Yasmin said, reaching in her bag. She pulled out three thick packets of paper. "I typed these out for you guys last night." She smiled.
The girls' faces lit up.
"Yasmin! You're such a life-saver!" Jade and Sasha said.
Cloe smiled, tapping them both.
"It's not a problem. You both would've done the same for me. But I have to leave. I have to meet with Meygan to let her know what's up." She said, getting her things together.
"Let us go with you." Cloe said, standing.
"No kiss?" Cam asked.
"Not after eating that sandwich." She smiled spitefully. "I'll see you in class, Cameron." She said following Yasmin out.
"Bye Kobe." Jade called as the girls walked out.
"See you later, babe." He called back.
"So now you've seen Yasmin." Cam said as I sat by him.
"Yeah, she's cute. Not my type though."
"I wouldn't say that too soon, man. She's full of surprises." I believed him. I think that there is something special about her. She's too quiet. Could be boring.
"Yeah…"
"So are you ready for class?"
"Yeah, I did a lot of thinking last night. I'm just ready to get all of this over with."
"That's the spirit."
"Yeah. I ran past a help wanted sign at a smoothie bar near the mall."
"Oh, you're trying to catch a glance at all the babes at the mall." Dylan said.
"Yeah…that's the plan." I said sarcastically.
"But, that sounds promising. Free smoothies." Cam said.
"I didn't get the job yet." I chuckled.
"So have you seen your schedule yet?"
"Yeah. I did mine online. I have all advanced placement classes."
"Including english?"
"Yeah, why?"
"Well I'm sure you'd have that class with the girls. It was pretty empty last I checked."
"Luckily, I like to read."
"Trust me, it's not light reading. It's a lot of books, short reading time, big tests, and a hell of a lot of papers." Cam warned.
"How do you know?" I wanted to try out for the soccer team. I was hoping this year would be easy.
"Cloe is in that class."
"Cloe also over-exaggerates." Iden said, keeping his attention on Dana's book. I didn't even notice that Dana was still sitting here.
"That's true. And they all have Yasmin to help them. She's really into that stuff." Dylan said.
" Yeah, she's my go to person. I'm a busy man." Cam said, sipping on his milk through a straw.
"You go to school, skateboard, then go home." Iden said.
"Don't forget that I'm a full-time boyfriend."
"Yeah, your girl doesn't look to be too happy with you."
"You noticed that too, huh? We'll talk before the day is over, I'm sure."
"Well, I want to be there early, so I'll see you guys later."
"Let us go with you, dude." Dylan said, following me.
"See you guys later." Iden called from the table.
The day dragged. It's definitely a wider range of students. I thought I could never have as many stares than I did back at Ewing. It was worse here. Nothing new…just thought I wouldn't have to endure it my senior year. 3rd period was ending, and I was ready to leave.
"Okay class. See you all next week." The teacher said as the bell rang. The day couldn't move any slower. Two more periods… I thought to myself as I walked the halls.
"So what did you think of calculus?" Iden asked walking up to me.
"It was pretty simple. I don't like math, but I understand it for the most part." I answered, stopping at my locker. Roxxy and Pheobe from Psychology were standing by while I did my combination. I met their fluttering eyes and they walked off snickering.
"That's obvious. You're in the class." Cam said, catching up to us. I looked ahead and saw Yasmin standing outside of the class I think I have next, talking to the teacher.
"I see you look at her, you know." Cam said, taking my shoulder.
"There's nothing wrong with looking." I said, putting my books in my locker.
"You think she's pretty don't you?" He teased as I took out a notebook and pen.
"Cam, give it a rest. I have a girlfriend." I snapped, shutting the door.
"So?"
"Cam, does your girlfriend know that you encourage others to look at other women?" I asked, turning to face him.
"No. I don't look at other women."
"Stop lying, Cam." Iden sneered.
"What is he lying about?"
"Tell him, Cam."
"It's no big deal. I cheated on Cloe a few weeks after we got together." Cam admitted.
"Which came as a complete shock to everyone because Cam is in love with Cloe. Like ridiculously in love."
"Well, we weren't together long…"
"You and Cloe grew up together, dude."
"But we never liked eachother like that until sophomore year."
"That doesn't justify cheating, Cam. Besides why would you hurt the girl you love like that?" I asked.
"Because, it was with Rebecca."
"Who's that?" I asked.
"Rebecca, the school slut." Iden answered, shaking his head. "Everyone gets with her…it's a weakness."
"You did too, Iden?"
"Yeah, twice."
"You see?" Cam said.
"But I wasn't with Dana at the time. I couldn't cheat on Dana. She's an independent woman. There would be no if's and's or but's, she'd leave me."
"That's a good way to be." I said to Iden. "But Cam, how did you explain it to Cloe?"
"Well, I told her that it was a mistake, and that I'd never do it again."
"That's all it took?"
"Yep, Cloe loves Cam too. Their connection is weird. Rebecca is one of Cloe's worst enemies." Iden said.
"And you got off."
"I did, but Rebecca didn't." Cam informed me.
"Well, I have to get to class, I'll see you guys later."
"Gym!" Dylan said, darting passed us, into his class across the hall.
"I thought that the ending was so…befitting." I heard Yasmin say as I approached them.
"Why do you think so, Yasmin?" The teacher asked.
"Because…the sea…she seemed to be fascinated with it. She depicted the scenary so well. And her awakening began with her learning how to swim; something women didn't do. It was the start of her rebellion, her freedom. She took her life the same method she began with." She explained.
"That's a well thought out observation, Yasmin…with that small analysis, I'm excited to see what you wrote about Hamlet in our workshop."
"I was meaning to talk to you about that—"
"Excuse me, I'm sorry to interrupt you two, but is this AP English with Mrs. Flemming?" I asked.
"Yes it is. Are you new here, dear?"
"Yes. I'm Eitan Morales." I said, my eyes falling on Yasmin. Her eyes widened. She clutched her books and left into the classroom.
"Oh! You're Eitan! Yes, I've been expecting you! Can I see your schedule?" She asked.
I handed it to her.
"Yes, this is your class. Come on in." She said, walking me in. I spotted the girls huttled around Yasmin's desk, whispering to her all at once while she kept her head down. The bell rang.
"Attention class." The room was silenced, everyone's eyes on me.
"We have a new student joining us. Eitan Morales from Ewing Heights."
"Ewing Heights…never heard of it." A random girl with cinnamon brown hair said.
"You wouldn't. It's typically a small town."
She nodded with a smile. I smiled to myself, turning to Mrs. Flemming.
"Um…where do I sit?" I asked. Her eyes were glued on me. My eyes wandered nervously.
"Mrs…Flemming."
"Oh…oh! Yes, take a seat, right…beside Yasmin. Right in front of me." She said…great.
I walked to the desk beside Yasmin and took a seat.
"Hi." I said, straightening myself, looking ahead.
"Hi." She responded, almost whispering.
"Now class, as you know 'The Awakening' was supposed to be read by today. Raise your hand if you read it for the review test today." She said. "Eitan, your exempt since you're new."
"No, it's okay Mrs. Flemming. I read the book already. Twice." It's actually one of my favorites.
"I'm impressed, Mr. Morales." She smiled. "Now class." She prompted.
Everyone raised their hands.
"Good. I will get those passed out in a minute, but first I want to know what you thought about the book."
"I think it was a great story." Cloe said.
"Yeah, Robert sounds like a total hottie." Jade added.
"He's young, smart, and mysterious. Perfect combination." Sasha smiled.
The girl who spoke to me earlier raised her hand.
"Yes, Meygan?"
"Yeah, I didn't like Edna. I think she was totally unreasonable with Leonce."
"He held her back." Jade argued.
"In what ways? I mean, he did disagree with her sudden behavior, but he never stopped her. He's a passive man."
"That's true, Jade." Mrs. Flemming said.
"I think she acted like an idiot this entire book. Her actions were so childish…the way she spoke about her children…unbelieveable." Some other guy said.
I didn't hear Yasmin add anything.
"It's an honest perspective of a young woman back in that time period." I said.
"No, it's unrealistic." Meygan said.
"I disagree."
"Why do you disagree, Eitan?"
"Because, she was young. She had children. She said that she loved them, but she didn't want them. She was your typical obedient housewife who had no role in the world but to serve her husband and look after her children. What woman in this room would accept that lifestyle? Women didn't have any rights. Nowadays, women can do anything the man can do. She lived in a time where she couldn't. She was held down by responsibility given to her by society. She disagreed. She was honest. It's commendable." I asked.
"That's a great point."
"I agree with Eitan." Yasmin said. "I mean, I love kids but if I was never given the opportunity to rightfully be a teenager and I was rushed into adulthood, I'd have the same opinions Edna did. You have to look at the ages in this story too."
"Wasn't Leonce way older than Edna?" I asked Yasmin.
"Fairly." She answered, "And Robert was younger. Her behavior and motives aren't aimless. She obviously hungered for her youth."
"That's good and all, but she had love and support from her husband. He really cared for her. He never disrespected her, hit her…anything. He gave her summers in exotic locations…I don't see it." Meygan went on.
"She didn't love him." I said, plainly.
"They were put together, weren't they?" Sasha asked.
"I believe they were." Yasmin answered.
"I thought it was so romantic how Robert asked about her. You sort of knew that Robert felt something for Edna, but then again you didn't…he was a total mystery." Cloe said,
"That makes for a good love story. When there is mystery." Jade added.
"Yeah, but open feelings are good too." Yasmin said. "When he finally told her, in the end, why he left and why he came back. It was ideal for the audience to wonder if he ever loved her, and I appreciated their time sharing their feelings to eachother more because it didn't happen till the end." She continued.
"Didn't you want it to last longer?" I asked her, a smile spreading across my face.
"Yes, I did…" She smiled back. "Then there was a chapter afterwards. Sorry Mrs. Flemming, but I scanned the page for his name. I didn't see it so I skipped it."
The class laughed at her statement. I laughed along. She's honest.
"I feel you Yas! So mad they didn't end up together in the end!" Cloe said.
"Agreed." Sasha and Jade said.
"I'm impressed with your inputs, class. I really am." Mrs. Flemming said.
"Does that mean that we don't have to do this review test?" Meygan asked.
"No, we don't. We'll just review the test for what's left of the class."
The class cheered.
"Wait, do we still get credit?" Yasmin asked.
"Yes, Yasmin. You'll get your credit." She laughed. "You all better do good on this test tomorrow. First big grade of the quarter."
I couldn't wait for it.
"I didn't even check the time, it's almost time for us to go." She recalled, checking her watch.
"We've only been here for a few minutes." Meygan said.
"We're having a lock-down drill today. So, I'll hand out the study guides I made for you all." She said, going to her desk.
I felt my eyes lingering on Yasmin writing in her floral printed planner, then stop, tapping her pen against the desk. She really was pretty. Sasha caught me. I turned my eyes away immediately.
"Attention Stiles High students and staff, this is an emergency lockdown. We ask that you close and lock your doors until further notice." The principle said over the intercom.
"Class, you know the drill. Away from the door."
"Mrs. Flemming." Meygan said, eying her.
"Okay, fine. Stay at your desks. Here are your packets." She said passing out the review sheets.
I felt my phone vibrate. I took it out of my pocket and checked the screen. It was Julissa.
"Hey babe. How's school going? Text me back when you get a chance." She sent.
"I'll text you when I get home." I put it back in my pocket.
"Attention students and staff, you may now unlock your doors, the drill is over."
The bell rang directly afterwards. I stood and gathered my things. Yasmin stood and went to the door, stopping and turning to wait for her friends. Sasha took her arm, bringing her close and led her out. No good can come from all of this.
It turned out that all of us had P.E. together . Soccer was the game today for the guys. Best thing that's happened all day.
"You know Mr. Glinken is the head coach for soccer." Cam said, as we left the locker room.
"Yeah, I know. I went to see the counselor. She said to talk to him about getting on the team."
"Well If that's the case, get to it because once he starts the game, there are no interruptions." He warned.
"Yeah, thanks." I said, leaving him to talk to the coach.
"Mr. Glinken."
"Yes, son. What can I do for you?" He asked, keeping his eyes on the clip board.
"I went to see a counselor about who to see about joining the soccer team, and she referred me to you."
"Sorry, but all positions are filled." He said.
"Okay, I can understand why, but I can guarantee that if you put me on your team, you won't regret it. "
"Oh yeah?"
"Yeah."
"What's your name young man?"
"My name?"
"Yes! Your name!"
"Eitan Morales, sir."
"Oh, you're new."
"From Ewing Heights, sir."
"Okay, Eitan from Ewing. I'll give you a shot. What positions do you play?"
"At my old school I played the 2 through 4, sir."
"And what are those, smart guy?"
"Fullback, midfielder, and forward." I answered quickly.
"Very good. Today can be your try-out. I want you as my fullback, with any luck I'll switch you to forward somewhere down the line."
"After school, sir?"
"No, class. Now go before I change my mind."
"Thank you, Mr. Glinken!" I said, turning to run back to Cameron.
"So…?"
"He said today's class will be my try out."
"Good, good! Are you ready, dude?"
"I guess we'll see."
End of Eitan's POV.
Yasmin's POV
The day was dragging. I was ready to go to workshop. Write about my day. I could even get a start on the next issue of Bratz Magazine.
"So…Yasmin? What did you think of Eitan?" Sasha asked me as we walked into the locker room.
"He's smart." I said, going to unlock my locker. I took my gym uniform out and went into a stall to change. I didn't know what they wanted me to say. Yes, he is cute…very cute, but they said that has a girlfriend. It comes as no surprise to me. The smart, cute ones are always taken.
"Yeah, okay. Do you think he's cute?" she asked, taking the stall next to me.
"Why does it matter? He has a girlfriend…and I do not talk to guys with girlfriends."
"It's a long distance relationship. They never really work out."
"Sasha, you're in a long distance relationship." I reminded her, standing. "Shit, my earring!" I said, bending over to find it. I picked up my shoe and turned it over. It fell out. Phew.
"Did you find it?"
"Yeah, I got it. Thanks." I said, stepping out. She followed.
"Cruise lives fifteen miles away." She said, rolling her eyes going over to the mirror to check her face.
"And you're crushing on Cade." I sneered, joining her.
"It's a harmless flirtation." She giggled, teasing her hair, adding lip gloss. She puckered, and turned to face me.
"Would you call it harmless if Cruise did it?" I smiled mockingly, holding my hand out for my body splash.
She didn't respond, handing it to me.
"Exactly. I wouldn't want some girl flirting with the guy I like, so why would I do it to someone else?" I asked, spraying it over me.
"Last I checked, you weren't me, pretty princess. I didn't tell you to flirt with him, I'm simply suggesting that you guys be friends…at least." She shrugged as we walked back to the lockers.
"Sasha's right, Yas. I mean how do you know what their relationship is like? They could be hanging on by a thread for all you know." Jade said, undressing in public.
"Stop encouraging her to talk to him!" Cloe shouted. I was shocked. We all turned to her. She had tears in her eyes.
"Angel…" I said, going to her as she sat on the bench. "What's wrong?"
"I think I'm going to tell Cam that it's over." She said. The girls gasped. I eyed her.
"You guys make it sound so simple…guys looking at other girls. What could be going on in their minds…"
"What are you talking about, Cloe?" Sasha asked.
"I saw Eitan looking at Yasmin today."
"Wait, what? He looked at me? Where was I?" I asked. He looked at me?
"Yasmin, cool it. It's Angel's time now." She snapped at me. "What's your point?" She asked turning back to her.
"He has a girlfriend, and he eyed Yasmin. It was innocent, yes, but you can tell that he's thought about leaving his girlfriend." It got really quiet all of a sudden. I looked around and it was empty in here.
"Guys, we're going to be late." I said.
They ignored me.
"Okay, that's him. Who said that Cam has thought about leaving you?" Jade asked.
"Girls, what are you doing in here?" Mrs. Minkus asked, coming over to us. "You all are supposed to be outside on the track."
The girls and I eyed eachother. I hope she doesn't write us up.
"Sorry Mrs. Minkus. Lady's week." I lied, quickly.
"Hm…well you girls go out and walk the track." She said, leading us out. I followed out last.
As soon as we walked out, I spotted Eitan on the soccer field. I had to admit to myself that I do find him attractive. So far he seems like the nice type of guy that I'd crush on. He's cute, he's smart, he's active and talented, he likes to read, and he likes romance. He's really good at soccer, that's a plus.
"Yasmin, there goes—" Jade nudged her arm, pointing to Cloe walking not too far ahead. We walked down the stadium stairs and onto the track. Honestly, I didn't want to be here. This super hot guy who is in most of all of my classes, apparently looks at me, but has an equally as hot girlfriend back where he's from. I can't say that I'm not attracted to him, but I'm setting myself up for failure. I'd love it if I could switch my schedule to refrain from seeing him as much as possible, but I can't. A girl can dream.
"Yas, now you're spazzed out too?" Cloe asked.
"Um…no. I was just thinking that you and Cam should talk about things before you jump the gun and break it off with him."
"I see what you're saying Pretty Princess, but there's something I didn't tell you guys…"
"What?" We all asked.
"Cam cheated on me weeks after we officially got together."
"What?" We exclaimed.
"That ASSHOLE!" Sasha exclaimed, trying to get over to him on the field.
"Sasha, stop!" I said, holding her back.
"No, that fucker cheated on our friend!" She said, still trying to get at him. "We can't let him get away with it!"
"Sasha, we can get back at him in other ways!" Jade said, helping me. Sasha was really trying to get to him.
"Guys! Mrs. Minkus!" Cloe snapped.
"What?" Sasha asked, stopping. We all followed Cloe's eyes to Mrs. Minkus standing right by us. Shit.
"Girls…" She simpered devilishly.
"Mrs. Minkus." We responded, simultatenously.
"Dentention. All four."
"DETENTION?"
"Yes, all four of you. After school."
"Mrs. Minkus, we have early out."
"Then I guess you better stay here the entire day. Detention, my office, after school 3-4pm." She grunted, walking away.
"Sasha!" Jade exclaimed.
"What? We're on the track like she wanted us to be! Besides, this is P.E.who the hell gives detention for horsing around in P.E?"
"I guess you're right. But why would she give us detention?" I asked.
"Because her big ass looks like a man! If I liked her a bit more, I'd say let's do a make-over on her, but she gave me detention? Last straw." She answered, shaking her head.
"Well, I had a shopping appointment later." Jade frowned.
"Sorry."
"Bunny Boo, don't apologize. You did it for good reason. I appreciate your reaction."
"Hey, you know what I say. Anything for my girls." She smiled.
"Yep…now we have detention…" I said, as we continued walking.
I kept my eyes on Eitan, playing.
"So, did Cam tell you who he cheated on you with?" Sasha asked.
"I think I already know the answer. Rebecca Clearwar." Jade said.
"Yep. How did you know?" Cloe asked.
"Our Cloe doesn't fight anyone for no reason."
"I guess you're right, Kool Kat. But I should've went for him, not her."
"True. I agree with you." I said, still looking at Eitan.
"I like Cam a bit less now." Jade said.
"Why didn't we ever know about this?" Sasha asked.
"I knew you guys would flip out…tell me that I was stupid for going back to him."
"We wouldn't tell you not to be with him. We'd advise against it, but that would be it." Jade said.
"Bump that, he doesn't deserve you. I guess I understand why you were so bothered by him commenting on another girl's looks…right in your face, too?" Sasha fumed.
"Talk to him, Cloe." I said, going to sit on the bleachers.
They followed me over.
"I meant now, Cloe. You love soccer, go play."
"I don't want to right now." She said, slumping over.
"I don't like this, Cloe. You're never down like this. I actually miss your ranting." Sasha said, slumping over also, touching her hand to her back.
Mr. Glinken had just finished blowing his whistle, and I stood.
"Cam!" I called. "Come here."
"Yasmin, what are you doing?" Cloe asked.
"Getting you guys to talk. You both have early out so you have all the time in the world." I said, turning back to him.
"Yeah, what's up Yas?" He asked, running up. "Wanted to ask me about Eitan?"
"What? No. You and Cloe."
"Oh."
"Yeah, the girls and I feel that you guys should talk as soon as possible."
"Well, I'm free. Where is she?"
I turned to face her, waving her over. She stood with the girls, walking over.
"Hey Cloe." Cam said, nervously. She didn't speak.
"Talk to him, and let him know how you feel." I whispered to her.
"Yeah, before we do." Sasha whispered after, pushing her forward.
Cloe stepped to him, and took him by his hand, leading him away.
"You think she'll be alright?" Jade asked.
"Our Angel can handle herself." Sasha said.
"SO…now that Cloe is talking to Cam, Yasmin—" Sasha started as we began making our way back to the locker room.
"Sash, give it a rest already."
"I still think you guys should be friends. You have no choice but to talk to him because you have to interview him."
"Okay, I'll do that. Nothing else, Sasha."
"Fine."
"Thank God it's Friday!" Jade exclaimed throwing her clothes on.
"Yes! We can finish that project tonight and the weekend is free to do whatever." I said.
"We can work on the magazine."
"Sounds good."
Since we were out of school and we had an hour till we had to be back, the girls and I went to mall.
"So Cloe said she didn't want to come?" Jade asked.
"Yeah, she said that she and Cam were talking pretty heavy about their issues." I answered. I hope everything works out.
"Let's buy her something sparkley." Jade suggested.
End of Yasmin's POV
Eitan's POV.
"So Cam thinks that Cloe wants to break up with him." Iden said as we walked to my car.
"Yeah, I hope not. I don't think Cam could handle something like that" Dyl said.
"You make him sound like a pussy, Dyl."
"No, not at all. He just really has the hots for her."
"Well where are they now?" I asked.
"Cam told us to go, and that he'd meet up with us later."
"Alright, well I'm going to the smoothie bar. Did you guys want to come along or-?"
"Nah, I have detention after school." Dylan said.
"Yeah, Dyl. I'd ask what you did this time, but I'm afraid I don't have the time." Iden said, starting off.
"And where are you going?" Dyl asked him.
"I have to take Dana to work."
"Okay, let me go with you, I have to ask her about something really fast." He said, following after him.
"See you later Eitan."
"See you guys." I said, getting in. I began to pick up my phone to call Julissa, but then I remembered that she was still in school. I started the ignition and was off.
As I parked I looked around. The place was empty of people. It was perfect. I got out and approached the smoothie bar.
The guy working behind it was cleaning the machines, wearing an apron.
"Um, excuse me. I'd like to ask a question." I said approaching the bar.
"Hi, my name is Cade, what can I get for you?" He asked, still cleaning.
"Cade?"
"Eitan?" He asked, turning to me. "What are you doing here?"
"I'm here, trying to apply for a job."
"Well, you've come to the right place. Today is my last day. This place pays really good. A lot of girls come here too." He smiled, coming over to me.
"I don't get it…why are you leaving?" I asked, taking a seat at the bar top.
"I'm moving."
"I was wondering why you weren't in school today." I said under my breath.
"Yeah…I wanted to make a few bucks before I left."
"Hm. Why are you moving?"
"Dad's got a new job." He said, wiping off the counter.
"Are you happy to go?"
"Sort of. But I'm not. I had a girl here that I really liked."
"Who?"
"I don't think you'd know her."
"Cade, I wish you were right…but I met so many girls within my first two days in town…it's ridiculous."
"You've always been a chick magnet…but okay. Do you know Sasha?"
"Yeah, Yasmin's friend."
"How do you know Yasmin?" He asked, leaning forward, placing his elbows against the counter.
"I…met the girls."
"Yeah, but you named Yasmin."
"What is up with everyone asking me about her?"
"Well…for one, she's a great girl…and no guy has really taken the time to get to know her."
"Then why didn't you go for her?"
"Because initially, I was attracted to Sasha. As I hung out with Sasha, Yasmin's personality started to show. She's a shy girl, but it's only aroung guys she doesn't know…and guys that she may find attractive. But she's a great girl." He explained. It makes sense.
"Yeah, she's cool. I don't really know anything about her other than the fact that she's pretty and smart. Besides, I have a girlfriend back at home."
"Hm…are you and this girlfriend of your's in love?"
"Not exactly. I mean…I can't really speak for her, but I'm not in love with her. We connect more on a sexual level." I shrugged.
"Hm. Is that what you're looking for in a woman?"
"Not really." I answered, honestly.
"Trust me, dude. Yasmin is your type."
"She can be my type. But I made a promise to my girlfriend that we'd try to make things work between us."
"Well, you've always been a man of your word. But would you like an application?"
"Isn't that what I'm here for?" I teased.
"All right…I'll get that for you." He said, reaching underneath the counter. "Here you go. Need a pen?" He asked handing me the application.
"I have one, thanks." I filled out the application with ease. As I looked up, finishing, I saw Yasmin and her friends walking into a Forever 21 (A/N: I do NOT own).
"What are you looking at?" Cade asked, trying to follow my eyes.
"Nothing, I have a question."
"What's that?"
"Does Yasmin come here a lot?" I asked.
"Not a lot. Sometimes she'll stop by, but she likes to shop. She and her friends live for fashion." He said, rolling his eyes.
I could tell that was true. Yasmin was surely a shy girl, but she was stylish nonetheless. I saw her in a dark tan, short sleeved sweater dress, semi-sheer dark brown tights, and a dark brown, almost black patent leather mid height heeled, strapped shoe, her hair clipped back in a messy but attractive bun. I guess I could see where people would assume she's my type.
"You know, I was wondering if Sasha had a boyfriend."
"Why, you're attracted to her, too?"
"No, it's just that everyone has someone, and she wants Yasmin for me so bad, and yet, I don't see her with anyone."
"Oh. Yeah, she has a boyfriend. He doesn't go to school here though. He lives a bit far from here too."
"Hm. Well, I have to get going, I have practice today after school. How long do you think it'll take for my application to be processed?" I asked, standing from my seat.
"Not long. You'll be working here within the next two days. I'll put in a good word for you." He nodded.
"Thanks, man. I really appreciate it."
"No problem. I'll most likely see you guys over the weekend before I leave. We'll hang out."
"Alright, just text me with a move." I told him, walking back to my car. I had a few minutes to get back. When I made it to my car, I caught sight of Yasmin and the girls rushing to her car with an endless amount of bags. She popped the trunk and they all threw the bags in, getting back in and drving off. Wonder what they're rushing for.
I got in and headed back to the school. Cam was sitting outside on the curb, his face in his hands.
"Cam…dude, what's wrong?" I asked, stepping to him.
"Practice was cancelled today, you can go home."
"Okay, but what's wrong? Something happen with Cloe?" I asked, sitting by him.
He didn't answer. I attempted to place my hand to his shoulder, but he pushed it away.
"I need to be alone right now, Eitan. I'll talk to you later." I nodded, standing. I walked into the building and searched the halls for Cloe. She couldn't have left that soon.
She was just stepping out of a classroom, wiping her eyes, heading to the girls bathroom.
Yasmin stepped out soon after and attempted to open the door, but she couldn't.
"Cloe sweetie, open the door."
"Go away, Yasmin." Cloe responded.
I went to her.
"Yasmin." I said. She turned to face me and her eyes widened.
"Eitan, what are you doing here?" She asked, turning slightly away.
"Cam is outside, crying. What happened?"
"Cloe broke up with him." She said. She was so soft spoken…and cute. Why I felt like kissing her, I wasn't sure…I didn't even know her. She just seems so gentle, nothing like Julissa.
She placed her clean hands against the door. "Cloe, come out and we'll talk."
"I don't want to talk. I want to be left alone."
Yasmin looked so irritated. She stormed off toward the front where Cameron was. Shit. I ran after her.
"Cameron!" I heard her call as I reached the front entrance.
"Yasmin, I'm not in the mood, okay?" he said, standing to face her.
"When were you going to tell everyone that you cheated on Cloe, huh?" She fumed.
"That's none of you guys' business. I know I was wrong, but I talked that over with Cloe! That's all that should matter."
"Still, how could you talk about another girl in front of her face?"
"Obviously I wasn't thinking!"
"You're damned right, you weren't thinking! What are you going to do?"
"When you guys get out of detention, I'll talk to her."
"I think you two should give it time." I said.
"Why should they give it time?" Yasmin asked.
"Because, Cloe isn't going to want to talk to no one until she's calm and ready."
"I guess you're right, Eitan." She said to me, "Fix this with Cloe, Cameron or it will be me and you." She said, turning to go back in.
"Oh and Eitan, there was something I was meaning to ask you." She recalled, coming back over to me.
I turned my attention to her.
"What is it?"
"I'm doing profiles for new students for the school's version of Bratz Magazine, and I wanted to know if I could interview you."
"Um…sure."
"Okay. Could I…um" She said, taking out her phone. "You know what, I'll just get it from Dylan or something. I have to be getting back." She smiled, faintly.
"Alright. I'll see you later." I said, returning her smile.
"Bye." She said, going back in.
"Cam, come on. Let's get you home." I said, helping him up.
I got home feeling like I've been gone for years.
"Eitan, is that you, hijo?" Mom called from the kitchen.
I walked into the kitchen and spotted her unloading our dishes into the cabinets.
"Hey mom. Que pasa?" I said, putting my bag on the floor.
"Nada, hijo. How was school?" She said, stopping and coming over to me.
"School was…nice. Better than I expected."
"Good, honey. Did you meet any nice girls?"
"Mom…"
"Right right, you love Julissa."
"That's not it."
"So you don't love Julissa?"
"I don't think I do. I mean I care for her…but I can't say that I'm in love with her."
"Well that's a wise thing to say. Your mommy never liked her."
"I knew that mom."
"She's a fast-tailed little girl."
"She's an adult, mom. And so am I. Speaking of which, I applied for a job today."
"Oh yeah? Where, honey?"
"A smoothie bar."
"A smoothie bar? You? HA!" she laughed, going back to pack dishes.
"It was the first I could find. They pay enough, too." I said, getting up to help her.
"Hm. Any other news?"
"Well, I made the soccer team."
"Oh, sweetie, that's great! I'm so happy for you! I knew you'd like it here."
"I didn't say I like it here yet, mom." I chuckled.
"Sweetie, I don't want you burying yourself in these activities to keep your mind away from home."
"Mom, you can't ask that of me. I miss home. I can't change that."
"But taking on sports and a job?"
"I did it back at Ewing."
"Still."
"Mom, I made this move for you. I've been to school one day. You're asking for too much." I said.
"Yeah, sure. But I really want to know if you met anyone."
"Yes, mom. I did. A lot of boy-crazy girls."
"Ay! Que lindo! Do you find any of them attractive?"
"To my surprise, none of them are ugly, but none really catch my attention." I answered, honestly.
Mom's smile withered.
"Except for one." I told her to make her feel better. I know she wants me to like it here, I might as well use my experience to rid her of her worry.
"Oh! What's her name? What's she like?" She asked, smiling brightly.
"Her name is Yasmin."
"A latina, huh?"
"I think so…she looks like it.."
"What makes her different from all of the others?"
"I don't know, mom. She's really shy. Normally shy girls are…"
"Nice? Respectful? Thoughtful and reserved?" She asked.
"No, boring."
"Now, Eitan! I didn't raise you to be that way!"
"I'm just being honest, mom. But the thing is: she doesn't dress like she's shy. She's very stylish…pretty and polished. She's smart and attentive also.—"
"You know this after one day, hijo?" She simpered, leaning back against the sink, crossing her arms.
"I have almost every class with her."
"So you've talked to her?"
"Yeah a few times. During a discussion in AP English."
"Oh! I like her already! She likes to read!"
"Yeah mom…but it won't go anywhere."
"And why is that, hijo?"
"I have a girlfriend! Does that mean nothing to everyone?"
"Watch your tone, young man!"
"Sorry. It's just that everyone is pushing her onto me, and I have to keep reminding them that I am taken! They don't realize that it's turning me off of her, how much they advertise her to me."
"Don't let it affect your view of her. She has no control over what others say."
"Again, mom. It doesn't matter anyway." I said, standing, grabbing my bag from the floor.
"Donde vas?" She asked.
"To my room. I told Julissa I'd call her." I answered, walking away to my room.
I threw myself on my bed and dialed Julissa's number.
"Hey baby." She answered.
"Hey babe."
"How was school?"
"School was alright. Made the soccer team, and applied for a job."
"Mmhmm, any of those bitches come onto you?"
"Julissa, name-calling?" That's another thing I disliked about her.
"Yeah! I hate being away from you. Those whores will be all over you!"
"I don't pay attention to them, babe. Don't worry about that."
"Now you're going to tell me what to worry about."
"Julissa, I'm not arguing with you. I don't have the patience for it."
"Baby, it's just that I had no control over you leaving, and now you're around a whole new set of girls…now I can't worry about it?"
"You forget who I am, Julissa. I would never cheat on you. The one who should be worried is me."
"And why is that?"
"I need not remind you that you cheated on me." I said as if I was asking. Refreshing her memory.
"I told you that it was a mistake."
"Doesn't change the fact that you did it…but we're not going to have this conversation."
"You know, Eitan…I was thinking…"
"About what?"
"I think I'll take you up on that offer. I think we should see other people." She said.
End of Chapter 3.
So what do you think? Eitan is a nice guy, wanting to stay loyal to his girlfriend…but she dumps him. That guy? The one that all the girls fiend for? Will he be receptive to his interest in Yasmin? Please Read and Review. This story was just for fun. I enjoy writing it, I hope you enjoy reading it.