Okay, I feel like the last chapter was a little weird. So, sorry if it weirded you out. And if you haven't noticed yet, I can be pretty insecure about my writing. I don't even know why. Anyways, new chapter!

Jack's POV

After school ends, I walk home as usual, a little ways behind Kim, who lives a few blocks away from me. When I get home, I say hi to my mom, grab an apple from the kitchen, and turn on the computer.

I log into my chat account and notice that Kim's online, so I decide to open a chat room and invite her.

Blackbelt177 has opened a chat room.

TheKimCrawford has entered the chat room.

Blackbelt177: Hi, Kim

TheKimCrawford: Hey! What's up?

Blackbelt177: The ceiling and the sky :P

The Kim Crawford: Okay… sure that works. Hey, where did you disappear off to during lunch?

What do I tell her? The truth? No, she'll think I'm making it up.

Blackbelt177: Umm.. I went to findmy.. water bottle.. that I dropped in Science class

TheKimCrawford: Oh, okay.

Blackbelt177: Sorry I left you alone with Milton, Julie and Jerry.

TheKimCrawford: Oh, that's fine. We had a lot of fun. As soon as Shawn and Bryden left, the awkwardness disappeared.

Blackbelt177: Good, it wasn't just me. You noticed it too.

TheKimCrawford: yep..

Blackbelt177: You don't have to sit with us if you don't want to, you know? Just because I invited you doesn't mean you have to. I mean, you can, but if you don't want to..

TheKimCrawford: No, I think I'll stay. It's way better than being all alone.

Blackbelt177: Okay.

TheKimCrawford: brb, mom calling me. Probably laundry again -_-

Blackbelt177: K tyt (for those of you who are wondering, this means take your time)

While Kim is gone, I think back to what Shawn and Bryden said today. I can't help but feel like they were talking about Kim.

It makes sense, because Jerry dared me to invite a close friend, and if what I heard was right, then Shawn paid Jerry to dare me to invite a girl I was close to to sit with us. Shawn probably doesn't even care who it is, he just wants to prank her.

Should I warn Kim about the pranks? He said Friday and Wednesday, right? But I'm not even sure if he was talking about Kim, he could as well be talking about Julie. Then, I remember Shawn's rant just before I ran away- he said it was for revenge on Kim! It's got to be Kim. It all makes sense.

I'm not sure if I should do something. After all, if I warn Kim she might not believe me, but if I don't do anything, she's gonna be pranked and I remember how sensitive she used to be, even when she made everyone else believe she was tough. She would never fool me. Kids would pick on her, and she'd give them attitude, but later, when she got home, she'd cry, because she always believes everything people say about her.

I don't want to see Kim hurt. So I decide to warn her. Wait- should I just confront Shawn about the pranks? I consider it, but then decide it's not a good idea. He's my friend too, and I don't want to lose another friend, even though he can be really cruel.

Once, he broke a bird's wing with a stone just to watch it try to fly and fail. Another time, he stole a little kid's lollipop. To be honest, I don't know why he's my friend. He just is.

I look back at the screen and see that Kim's back.

TheKimCrawford: I gtg now. Mom yelling. See ya tomorrow!

Blackbelt177: Okay, bye (:

I'll warn her tomorrow. I still have two days, anyways. Maybe I can stop the prank.. Honestly, Shawn's one of my best friends, but if he pulls something on Kim, I'm going to be really, really mad. Especially since he doesn't really have a reason- he's going to hurt her for fun.

The next day.. Kim's POV

I'm making my way through the crowded hallways to the cafeteria with Shawn. In one day, we've become pretty good friends. It's amazing what happens when you find out you have a lot in common with someone- you can't stop talking to them! He's actually really nice. Shawn gets held up talking to this guy I don't know and tells me he'll meet me in the cafeteria, so I keep walking. Then, I feel a tap on my shoulder. It's Jack. He says something to me, but I don't hear him the first time, so he just shakes his head and motions for me to follow him, so I do. We turn right, down an almost-empty corridor- nearly empty because there are no lockers here, only classrooms.

"Kim, I need to warn you about something."

"Warn me? Why?"

"What's your first impression of Shawn?"

"Uhh.. Funny, kind, and cool. Why?" she smirks. "You jealous I was talking to him?" Jealous? The thought never occurred to me. I was too busy trying to make sure you were ok, and that Shawn hadn't pulled anything on you yet.

"Why wouldn't I be ok?" Oh wait, did I just say that out loud? I mentally curse myself for my stupidity.

"Kim, Shawn may seem nice, but he's actually not.

"What do you mean?"

"He has it out for you. On Friday, he's planning to do something to you."

"Like what? How could he," she makes air quotes, "Have it out for me? He's really very kind." I groan. Shawn's got her completely fooled.

"Kim, it's all an act. And I overheard him saying that he was going to prank you on Friday."

"How do I know you're not lying? Why should I believe you?"

"Kim, would I lie to you about something like this?"

"I don't know, I don't even know you anymore. I used to trust you, but I just don't know anymore."Wow, that one hurt. But I refuse to give up. Knowing Shawn, the prank's going to be cruel. And I won't let Kim Crawford get hurt.

"Kim, please, just believe me. Even if you want to sit with them today, don't go on Friday, and don't tell anyone what I told you." I implore.

"How do I know this isn't a prank?" she looks at me disbelievingly.

"Trust me, Kim, it isn't."

"Whatever. I'm going to the cafeteria. Wanna come?"

"No. That's okay. I'm gonna go eat lunch outside today." She looks almost as if she wants to come with me for a moment, and I'm about to ask her if she wants to, when she turns around and walks away.

So there you have it, another chapter. Please review and tell me what you thought, cuz that makes it easier for me to write. I'll post the next chapter when I get at least 5 reviews. Oh, and if you want something specific to happen in the story, as long as it fits with my story line, just include it in your review and I'll do my best to work it in. You know, since I'm running out of ideas. Love you all and thanks for reading!

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