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So here's Chapter 3.

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and once again sorry about the grammar mistakes, english isnt my first language.


Chapter 3
(And i just thought it couldn't be worse)

Some days are not always so nice to remember, Arnold knew it so well but he was always looking at the bright side of everything but that morning it was almost impossible.

Hey Arnold, Hey Arnold, Hey Arnold..Hey-

Arnold woke up and for some reason he didn't feel tired it was just like if he got enough sleep, something that didn't happen so often since he usually stays up late listening to music or looking at Lila's last WhatsApp connection, it was not just until he saw it was already 9:30am

-Whaaaaat? How did this happen? And why today?

He had told Lila to walk together to school and she accepted, he could only think about the worst sceneries starting with Lila not wanting to talk to him again, thinking it was a joke or that he was not interesting in her anymore.. He took his phone and there was just a single message from Lila "Good morning Arnold, i've waited just ever so much and it's getting late I'll walk school on my own. Don't worry it's ok i'm not angry. Greetings, Lila" the other three messages were from Gerald "Man where are you? I just saw lila coming alone she said you didn't show up is everything ok? "Come on it cant be that bad" "Don't tell me.. badroom problems?". Well at least she doesn't seem mad he thought and started to hurry to get to school.

After getting dressed he went down stairs and found his grandma as usual trying to kill a fly

-Good morning kimba I see we overslept today

-Good morning grandma yeah I think you can say that I just don't know what happened but anyway I'm late I will just get a fast breakfast

-Alright kimba! But be careful

Arnold took a cup and filled it with cereal, the last bit of cereal left and then went to open the fridge and take some milk and just when he started to put the milk inside the cup he felt a horrible smell

-This cant be true.. really? Sore milk… why?

-Good morning shortman why are you still here isnt it late to go to school?

-Yes it's my alarm clock for some reason decided to let me sleep late and now that I'm in a hurry to get breakfast and leave i fill my cereal cup with sore milk

-Looks like you woke up with the wrong feet today eh shortman? And I know it's against what I've told you my whole life but there's some raspberries left better that than nothing I guess

-No thanks grandpa i think there's some apples left I will take one, I'm still in time to take the bus so bye grandpa

-Have a good day shortmal. (if that's even possible after that start hehehe)

Arnold got to the bus station just in time to take the bus and when he took a sit, he thought that finally the day was getting better and just wanted to be already at school for his math class and talk to Lila to explain what happened, it was 10:15am he should be at school stop in just five minutes but suddenly the bus turned to another street, he couldn't understand and jumped from his seat to ask the driver what was going on

-Hey what are you taking this way?

-What are you talking about kid?

-You should've took the other direction

-I have no idea what are you talking about it's the normal route of bus 52

-52? I thought it was 45

-45? That one is at 10:20 and 52 at 10:10 I think you misunderstood the times kid

-This can't be happening not today!

-Relax kid you can take the route 36 that should take you back to the stop route 45 takes

-And how far are we from that stop?

-maybe 10 minutes

Great just great thought Arnold, it was 10:20 he'd be at the stop at 10:30 if traffic was not that bad and just counting everything he'd be at school at 11:30 maybe

-But the bus 36 is at 10:45 kid so you might have to wait a bit

-Thank you sir

So yeah school at 11:45 why not.. it can't be worse… And just in that second a hard sound took everyone by surprised and the bus stopped. What? What now? Thought Arnold… this is not possible

-Sorry people, seems like there's a technical problem with the bus gonna try to fix it as fast as possible but it could take some time.

Yes, this day was going so bad so far and what could possible go wrong if he just walked to the next stop and wait for the bus? That he was 10 minutes away by car and walking it could be 15 so he had to hurry up (again) to don't lose the bus. He was walking as fast as he could and once again he got to the stop just in time and took the bus 36 asked the driver if he drives near or to the P.S 118 high school the man nodded so he took a sit and just for a second he thought that the "Eugene time" was finally over, just in that moment he got a message from Gerald "Ok man spit it out what's going on why are you not at school?" He is never gonna believe all of this "It's complicated but I'm on my way see ya for lunch time" "Alright man… and we have a test next week about today's math class" "Tbh it doesn't surprises me"

Arnold couldn't stop thinking on his way to school how awful the day was so far and he tried to think of how that could bring something positive… Maybe after explaining Lila what happened she'd understand and would accept his apologizes and everything would be ok again or better than that

-Oh Arnold what an ever so awful day you had, maybe I'd be so much better if he walk home together don't you think?

-Of course Lila I'd love that and we could stop to get some ice cream if you want

-That'd be ever so lovely Arnold really

Yes that'd be the perfect end to this day… So he kept fantasying about how great the day could end until he finally got to the school stop.


BeepBeepBeep-

I really don't know what's worst the fact that my alarm is the most annoying shit ever or that i woke up an hour before it, thought Helga while she looked at the time it was common for her to wake up before her alarm but this day she was not in the mood, she didn't wanted to go to school or even leave her room because her mind was a total mess and she felt like she couldn't even get up and dress herself and it was not only because of Arnold thoughts it was because the day before when she got home from school she found the post and there was a letter from NY University, she didn't know what to expect a part of her was sure that it was a rejection letter but the other for some reason wanted it to be an acceptation letter

If it's a rejection letter nothing will happen and it will prove that what my family thinks is right and if it's an acceptation letter then I have to make a decision, she thought.

Flashback

She took the letter to her room and placed it on her desk, she might open it but not in that moment maybe later.. It was 3:30pm and she decided to take and after that at 5:00pm she woke up but yet she couldn't open it. Maybe after dinner and a hot bath and then I can get rid off it I mean it's just a stupid letter and Helga G Pataki is not afraid she thought and after a small cereal dinner, what she usually has since Miriam isn't at home because of her dancing lessons and Bob works until 8:00pm she went to the bathroom to let the warm water cover all her body while she was lost in her thoughts. 7:30pm she was ready to open it and find out so she did and after reading it she knew that the complicated part just started

"Dear Mrs Pataki we are happy to say that you have been accepted into our University with the 6M Beca. Our classes start next Monday so we'd be happy if you arrive in NY just before to get it touch.

Here we send you the address and room you will have during your studies with us and your classes schedule

We're happy to have you with us soon

Sincerely NY University of Arts"

She was accepted and she only had 3 days to decide and pack she had to leave latest on Friday

End of Flashback

So here I am, Tuesday morning and I have no fucking idea of what to do just great, I cant even tell Phoebe she'd just cheer me up to take it and go and I don't want anybody to do that I wanna make the decision by myself and take it just because I want to, thought Helga.. but did she wanted to? That was a question she couldn't answer without losing her mind.

-Oh what the heck you know what? I will make that decision later for now i'm jus gonna get my ass off my bed and get ready for school

And so she did and as always as 7:30 Phoebe was already waiting for her outside her home.

-Good morning Helga how are you today?

-Same old Phoebs! What about you how was your date last night?

-It was very lovely Helga, Gerald never was so romantic before I mean no that much so I really enjoyed the night

It was true but not 100% because Phoebe spent big part of her day and night thinking about Helga and how to help her

-Glad to know Phoebs! I guess next time he's going to propose

-What? Wha..wha.. why do you say that? We are too young for that

-Relax Phoebs I was just joking but that blush tells me you'd like to

-I know and don't worry, you'll get married and have some smart tall haired kids

-Helga stop!

She couldn't help but laugh at her best friend reaction and blushed cheeks and think that Phoebe reaction would be funnier the day Gerald decides to propose, she was sure they were meant to each other and even if they were not the best of friend he makes Phoebe happy and that means a lot.

-Alright alright no more jokes for now

And just when they were almost there Helga noticed something, Gerald was there as always but Arnold wasn't there and she wanted to know where he was but she couldn't just ask Gerald.

-Phoebe.. could you please…

-Of course I will ask, I also think it's weird that Arnold isn't there

-Thanks Phoebs!

Phoebe went directly to hug Gerald and say good morning as always

-Good morning dear how are you?

-Hey babe! Everything is fine now that you are here!

Phoebe kissed his cheek and tried to sound as normal possible

-Oh, and where is Arnold? So weird he is not with you here

-Yeah… I think he might come soon he asked Lila to walk together so probably is on his way

As if it's not complicated enough that stupid football head asked little Ms Perfection to walk together today, stupid stupid stupid was everything Helga could think while she felt anger and sadness fill her whole body. And also Phoebe could feel the change in her best friend mood she felt bad and had no idea what to do.

-Oh I see.. how nice of Arnold, always trying to be there for everyone

-Ha! Tell me about it I'm sure the boy asked her tons of time to walk together before she finally said yes

-Don't be silly Gerald why would someone do that

And in that second Phoebe regretted her words

-You kidding right? The boy is crazy about her and don't tell him I told you this but sometimes he stays awake late to check her last WhatsApp connection

Gerald told her many times how funny Arnold's crush on Lila could be but she definitely didn't expected him to say that and was not sure what to say right now until Helga spoke

-Well I'd be nice to stay here and how football head tries to win Mary Sunshine heart but I have classes to go so later!

Her mood was so obvious and she just wanted to leave, it was just too much and it was only 8:00am

-Of..of course Helga see you

-Seriously babe, tell me how do you stand someone who could be in that mood too early?

-What do you mean? I certainly think she is right it's getting late dear let's go to class

They walked inside together and before going to class stopped by Gerald's locker and just in that moment they saw Lila walking alone

-Hey Lila good morning! Where is Arnold?

-Good morning Gerald and Phoebe, I'm really not sure he was supposed to stop by my place and walk me to school but he didn't show up I was ever so confused and it was getting late so I came alone

-That doesn't seems like Arnold maybe something happened…

-I'm ever so sure he didn't wanted to let me wait but it's ok, see you in class

-Sure Lila bye!

Just after hearing that Phoebe went to look for Helga and tell her what just happened maybe that could cheer her up a bit. Helga was already on the class room and Phoebe went to sit next to her and tell her hoping to see at least a little smile or hear a sarcastic comment but instead Helga just seemed to be more sad

-Why are you that sad? He didn't showed up

-Yes but that means that he probably feels horrible for letting Mrs Perfection waiting and now is coming to apologize and ask her for a second chance... damn he might even bring some flowers a big teddy with a "I'm sorry" sign pff

-Come on Helga you know that couldn't happen

-Maybe not but he will show up and ask her for a second chance bla bla bla that he likes her and it was a misunderstood bla bla bla so lets forget about it and have a normal her ok Phoebs?

-Alright Helga, forgetting.

And with that the day just kept going as normal as always the only difference was that it was already 10pm and Arnold didn't show up for class, some people started to think he was sick when it was already 11pm. Helga was worried but she didn't think he was sick she thought it was something else but she only to see him because even if he asked Lila to walk together and all his attention somehow was for her just looking at him always made her day better.

It was already lunch time when Arnold finally got to school, he was so angry and tired of this day and just wanted something good to happen, he went directly to the cafeteria and found Eugene on his way

-Hey Arnold how are you?

-Hey Eugene.. well I've been better what about you?

-Just fine it's a beautiful day and it's finally lunch time isn't that just great?

-Well i guess you're right

When they entered the cafeteria Arnold went to look for Gerald and Eugene told him he was going to look for a table. Gerald was on the line to get lunch…

-Gerald here I am !

-Man finally! Where have you been? We all thought you were sick or something

-I'm sick of how this day is going so far

-What happened? It can't be that bad

-Believe me it is but let me eat first I'm really starving

-Sure man


After picking some pasta with meatballs, pudding and water they were walking to the table where Eugene was already waiting and of course Helga noticed that Arnold was there and even if she was happy to finally see him she could only think that after lunch he might run after Lila or something indeed it was weird that he didn't try to sit with her for lunch. When they were about to sit, Eugene tried to push the chair so Arnold could sit better but he almost fell knicking his head with the table and accidentaly (as always) pushed it too much and when Arnold tried to take seat he fell and all the food was now on his head and clothing, everyone saw was laughing and Helga just took the chance.

-So you finally showed up to be the perfect Buffon of the day don't you football head or should i say Mr meatballs?

Everyone laughed even more and Arnold couldn't stand it anymore, the awful day and now Helga just pranked him by pushing the chair and humiliate him it was just too much indeed he should've known that Helga could make the day worse, she always does that..

-YOU CAN'T JUST BE A NORMAL PERSON HELGA? WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOU

Helga didn't expect that reaction from him and she was already mad so it just turned worse

-What the hell is your problem football head? Can't stand a joke or what?

-YOU ARE MY PROBLEM HELGA G PATAKI YOU ARE ALWAYS THE DAMN PROBLEM IN MY DAY YOU ALWAYS MAKE IT WORSE WITH YOUR STUPID PRANKS AND JOKES! YOU COULDN'T JUST LEAVE THE CHAIR THERE DON'T YOU?

-Heeeey hey what are you talking about bucko?!

-YEAH SURE NOW PLAY THE I DON'T KNOW SERIOUSLY HELGA YOU ARE THE MOST ANNOYING AND IRRITATING PERSON THAT I'VE EVER MEET WHY CANT YOU JUST LEAVE PEOPLE ALONE AND AND AND…

-And what buffon?

-DISAPPEAR GO AWAY WHATEVER

It felt like a stab in the chest for Helga, Arnold the Love of her life her adoration the boy she dreamed to marry since she was three the only one she ever loved more than anything was there telling her how much he disliked her and to disappear to go away from him and for something she didn't do… it was too much to handle

-FINE YOU FOOTBALL HEAD!

She walked out of the cafeteria as fast as she could. If he wanted her to go away then she was going to go away, she could feel the tears in her eyes and just wanted to go as far as possible and all she could think about was that he really mean it that he meant every single word, she was his bullied after all and now there were they, in the worst scenario she'd ever think of, listening to the words she feared the most by the person she loved the most

Back in the cafeteria everyone was shocked of how Arnold reacted and most because they all saw it was not Helga's fault

-Man I think you overreacted a bit

-Gerald is right Arnold.. why did you yelled at Helga like that?

-Didn't … didn't you see what she did to me?

-Arnold she didn't do that!

-What?

-They are right Arnold it was my fault I'm sorry

After hearing Eugene and everyone else Arnold couldn't help but feel guilty and even more when Rhonda spoke

-I think it was too much Arnold and even if Helga pranked us all in the past she stopped doing that long ago I think… yes she still makes those sarcastic jokes sometimes but even you have to realize that she hasn't pranked anyone since so long ago.

Rhonda was right, Helga hasn't pranked anyone in so long… indeed he could only remember how she always seemed to be there and helped him… then he realized his own words and how unfair it was that he yelled at his anger at Helga just because his bad day and because he didn't give her a chance to say it was not her fault what happened, he felt so bad and so guilty and now just wanted to go after her to say sorry

-I'm sorry I acted like that everyone it has been just a complicated day but it's not your fault or Helga's I'm going to look for her and apologize

-But now I tell you to be careful Arnold, after what you said I wouldn't be surprised if she punch your face

-I know Sid… but if she does I guess I deserve it

Arnold walked out the cafeteria and started to look for Helga but she wasn't anywhere, he thought that she probably was on the girls bathroom or in some classroom but he couldn't find her and just when he was just about to give up he saw her, she was taking some stuff off her locker and went fast to talk to her and she was just about to leave

She couldn't believe she was crying… at school… and for something Arnold said… again. It was all she didn't wanted to take it anymore, it was not fair and even if she loved him with all her heart and soul it was exactly that she loved him but he didn't feel anything for her and now she completely believes he never will, she took her stuff and was about to leave when he came

-Helga… helga please wait!

She didn't wanted to turn around, she knew he'd try to apologize he is just like that and she could feel tears on her face and there was no way she'd let him see her like that.

-What do you want know Arnold?

He was surprised by the tone of her voice it was so… sad and the way she called him by his name something that for some reason made him felt something weird

-Helga… what I said back there… I was just…. I really didn't mean

-Stop it. I don't want your apologizes, people don't apologize for telling the true

-No Helga you don't understand… I…

-You overreacted by yelling yeah I get you that but don't worry it's ok and I will do you the favor

-But Helga… really what I said… these words… really.. ahm… words…

-Are like razorblades that left you with a scar

He froze with her words… and he couldn't think of anything else to say, her words were so deep and so true and in that moment he understood how much he hurt Helga he really had no idea but looking at her even if he couldn't see her face and listening to the way she spoke made it clear for him and he couldn't explain what he was feeling

-Nevermind Arnold! And if it makes you feel better I kinda deserved it so don't feel guilty or whatever and don't turn into Mr I'm sorry ok? Bye

-But…

With these last words and still not turning to face him she left, she made a decision and she thought that for the first time in so long she was thinking about herself first than anyone else and Arnold just stood there looking at her walk away, he felt sad but he couldn't understand at all everything he was feeling and he knew he should've tried to stop her but at the same time he couldn't move or speak, he never saw her like that he never thought he'd say something like that to her… He knew his words weren't true, they weren't 10 anymore she doesn't prank him anymore they were friends and she was a friend he appreciated so much she was always there no matter what or how but now it just seems like he just lost it.


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