VIOLET:

Finally! the clock hit 8.30am.. nearly time to go to school.

'Mom! Dad!' I yelled, searching through the house. They promised me they'd act like my parents but by the looks of it they were sleeping. 'Great.' I groaned. I sat myself down on the stairs, putting my face in my hands I stamped my feet like an immature child. I knew I was being pathetic but there was NOTHING else I could do!

'Sup Violet? are you okay?' I heard a sympathetic voice ring in my ears.

'Tate I'm not in the mood' I moaned.

'Chill Vi, I was just checking on you' He moped.

I hated acting this way towards him, but if I show him the tiniest bit of remorse he'll think its a sign that Im ready to let him back in.. which im not.. yet.

'I know.. I know. Sorry.. I just really wanted to be part of this shitty homeschool thing. Its just something to do y'know?' I looked up. His eyes were full of sympathy and pain, I knew it hurt him to see me like this.

'Well.. Theres always tomorrow? I mean, We could hang out?' He suggested, hope took over his face, he looked really sorry... He really did love me, and that wont stop.. surely?

I almost, almost took his offer up until a sharp demand made us both jump.

'Tate I think you should leave.' My dad demanded, appearing behind Tate.

'Shit dad! where have you been?' I jumped up off the stair I was sitting on

'Me and your mother were sleeping. We dosed off sweetheart, I'm sorry but we're here now' he apologised. 'And just in time too.' He hissed.

'Sorry Tate... another time... maybe' I whispered to Tate. He looked heartbroken.. I really did feel bad.

'Thats okay Vi.. its cool I guess. I'll see you around ' He whispered and then disappeared.

I knew what was coming before it even happened, I quickly turned my head to my dad.

'Dont bother Dad. I'm not putting up with your lecture about Tate today.' I exclaimed bitterly.

'Alright Violet but you know better. Your mom is getting ready, Who knew dead people still liked to shop? Constance brings her clothes all the time, its shocking, those two getting along. Hurry up Vi, get ready' He chuckled.

'Dad I've been ready for hours'

I decided to wear a pair of black skinny jeans today with a ripped gray longsleeve shirt and cable knit maroon sweater pulled over it, though I couldn't be bothered with looking perfect so I put on my old black chuck taylors.. well, they seem gray now, overworn. I finished my outfit off with my porkpie hat. Hell, I thought I looked decent but my Dad obviously still hasn't gotten the memo that I'm not a fucking princess.

'Right.. well okay then, come on we need to ring the doorbell, its 8.56, school is starting soon. There are about 4 kids already in my old office.'

'Capiche! Lets go, MOM!' I yelled, causing her to appear. 'Good, you're here. Lets get this show started' I sang. I was fucking excited.. I mean not for school, but to meet new people, learn their stories.

My dad rang the doorbell, I must admit, it was fucking weird pretending to be a newbie to the house, considering I knew every fucking crook and cranny that existed in this shit tip.

To no surprise, Moira answered the door. She knew the plan so she wouldn't spoil our cover, not that the kids would believe we were former residents who haunted the halls, i mean it still sounds fucking bullshit, even to me.

' !' She called, giving us all a cheeky wink.

'Yes, Moira, whats the problem?' Charlie rushed over to the door. When he noticed us he gave a big grin. 'Can I help you?' He asked

My mom spoke first. 'Yes, Hello! I'm Mrs.. Mrs.. I'm Valerie, This is my husband Jason.' She patted Ben on the back. I didn't know we were getting secret identities but I suppose it made sense, considering Marcy gave this family disclosure, including 'The Harmon' story.

'Hello, I'm , You can call me Charlie' He shook my dads hand. 'And who is this pretty young lady?' He questioned, turning his eyes on me.

This time my dad answered. 'This is our daughter, Violet' He smiled.

Shit, really? they get cool fucking identities and I get stuck with Violet? Fucking buzzkill.

'Violet... Pretty name. Like the daughter of the family that died here?' He questioned.

'Uhm.. Yeah I guess so. Spooky.' I laughed, being the only one to respond.

'Now that we've all met, How can I be of assistance?' He asked.

He was a friendly guy, I hoped the house didn't drive him insane, he didn't deserve it, especially considering he didn't eye Moira up like a piece of meat.. like my asshole of a father did.

'We're neighbours, well, almost. We live 2 blocks from here, I heard about the homeschooling programme and I think its perfect for our Violet' My mom announced.

'Ahh! why didn't you say so! Come on in all of you, I'll ask Moira to make you up some drinks! and as for you Violet, I'll take you to the study room.' He laughed.

Study room. It was weird hearing him call my dads office the study room.. I'll soon get used to it.

We walked into the house, my parents decided to play the easily amused parents, great.

'Oh wowwwwwww! This house is beautiful' My mom sang.

'I know, I'm a lucky guy I must admit' Charlie replied. 'Moira would you make these people a drink? Thankyou so much' He asked.

I pretended to be confused, I mean I couldn't just walk up to the study room, it'd be weird considering this is supposed to be my first time here.

'Uhmm, where do I go?' I asked, pretending to be really puzzled.

'Oh! I'm sorry, I'll just..' He stopped, looking towards the stairs, Jeremy was coming down, god he looked hot. 'Jer! its good you're here, although you're late. The tutor will already be starting' He exclaimed.

'Yeah Yeah, what a fucking problem' He responded cockily. That put a huge grin on my face, and he noticed. shit.

'What're you smiling at?' He asked with a sadistic grin on his face.

'Nothing.. Just you're a cocky little asshole' I replied with a sarcastic quick grin.

'Oh, and you are?' He smiled, standing infront of me.

'None of your business' I winked. 'Now, where do I go Charlie?' I asked.

I was quite pleased with myself, I managed to play myself well. I miss this, I missed being able to be a sarcastic little bitch, It was always such fun.

I looked, and I could see from the corner of my eye that Jeremy was smiling at me. Had I caught his interest? score.

'Jeremy can take you honey, we're going to go and have a talk with Charlie' My dad responded.

'You're part of the homeschooling programme?' Jeremy asked, grinning like the chesire fucking cat.

'yeah, problem?' I smiled.

'No... not at all. Come on, we'll be fashionably late together' He winked, taking my hand.

As soon as he took my hand I felt a spark run up my spine. I instantly became more attracted to him, now that I knew he was an asshole. No surprise there.

'Fashionably late? I don't think so' I scoffed. 'Have you seen your outfit?' I joked whilst being dragged to my dads office. wait. The study room.

'Oh come on, I look hot' He winked and opened the door to the study.

'Welcome to hell' He whispered making room for me to pass into the study room.

'Must be if you're here' I joked.

I liked this banter, It made my day lighten up... I was finally going to be able to do something everyday. about fucking time.

'Nice one Violet, Didn't see that one coming' He shot back sarcastically.

I was about to reply with another witty remark but our tutor butted in.

'Nice of you both to join in, but quiet. Lesson has started' She demanded.

I picked up a notebook and a pen from the middle of the table and looked up at what we were learning.. Math. Fantastic.

Let the lesson begin.

TATE:

I watched her... I watched her flirt with the new kid.. She didn't notice me, no. She'll never notice me again.

Shes got a new guy, she wont want me anymore. No.. I can't have that.

Something had to be done, This can't go on. No. I promised her, I promised her I wouldn't fuck with this family, I didn't want her to be bored. I didn't want to break her heart. No. Not for the second time. I won't let it happen.

I was stood, right behind the door.. watching him grab her hand... It sparked something inside of me. Anger.. Rage? no. Heartbreak. Pain.

I deserved it, I know I did.