Title of the Story: Second Chances in Disguise-Chapter 7
Author's Penname: Alyssa Smith
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Disclaimer: If I owned A Walk to Remember, would I be forced to write fanfiction instead of the actual book? I don't think so. But, since I don't want to get sued(I'm only 13!), I'll just say it, I don't own A Walk to Remember, I own Selena though, oh and Tera, and the queen of death.
Author's Note: One of our readers said "you made Belinda look like a TOTAL jerk. Uh, she's not... she does do some terrible things, and she is rude to Jamie, but she does redeem herself, and she is, overall, kind of nice. And, she's Landon's ex through the whole movie, they're never actually dating." Ok, let me explain myself. Remember how Selena seemed nasty also and how later on there was this twist and she wasn't? Yeah, well, I like to do that in my stories, so keep that in mind when you read about Belinda, a twist might be coming her way.
"And, what drinks would you like with that?" the waiter asked.
"Ummm, sprite please," Jamie said. She was wearing the sweater that Landon had given her earlier in the afternoon when they had been rehearsing.
"Same here," Landon chimed in. He was wearing one of his favorite outfit. Once the waiter left, Landon spoke. "So, what's your number one?" Jamie had been telling him about her list.
"I'd tell you, but then I'd have," Jamie began but then again, Landon knew what she was going to say next.
"Kill me. Yeah, I know. You don't have to look so shocked you know," Landon said with a smile.
"It's just that you keep completing my sentences. It's like you know exactly what I'm going to say next," Jamie said.
"Yeah, well that one was predictable. It's an overused cliché," Landon said.
"Oh yeah. So, how are you and Belinda lately?" Jamie asked.
"She and I broke up a few weeks ago," Landon replied, his smile fading.
"Oh, I'm sorry. I was under the apprehension that you two were still going out. That's what she said," Jamie said.
"Really? Did she say that? When?" Landon asked.
"Just the other day when…" Jamie began, trailed off, and continued, "well, she didn't actually say it to me, she said it to someone else." 'Close call! I don't want him to know about that incident. The last thing I want to do is cause more trouble.'
"Why do I have the feeling you aren't telling me the truth?" Landon asked.
"I don't know, because I am telling the truth," Jamie said.
"You're lying. That's got to be some sort of sin," Landon said.
"Well, if I am, you'll never know," Jamie said. 'Ok, new topic! I hate lying.'
"Ok, sure. How about you and Eddie?" Landon said. He knew that Jamie never liked Eddie, but he could tell Jamie was uncomfortable and he needed to change the topic without being too obvious.
"What about me and Eddie?" Jamie replied. 'Thank you! Phew, that last topic was a little too bumpy for me.'
"Well, what's the deal? You like him? He seems to like you," Landon said.
"I think of Eddie more as a friend. Nothing more, although yeah, I can tell. He does seem to like me. But don't tell anyone I said that. I'm hoping it'll just fade away. Do you like Belinda?" Jamie said. 'Ok, we just steered away from that conversation. But, I just have to know. Wait, why? Do I like Landon? Well, he does seem to have changed. I mean, he is seen with me, even though I can tell his friends make fun of him. He really is making an improvement. Could I? No, no way. This is Landon Carter. Ok, maybe a crush…'
"Earth to Jamie? Come in Jamie!" Landon said. Jamie seemed to be very deeply lost in thought.
"Huh? Oh sorry. I was just thinking about something. What were we talking about?" Jamie asked.
"You asked if I liked Belinda, and I said no," Landon replied.
"But, then why did you go out with her?" Jamie asked.
"I don't really know. But, I feel like she's more of a friend. Just like you and Eddie," Landon said with a shrug. Just then the waiter came with the food. Landon glanced down at his watch. It had been 30 minutes already into the dinner. 'It took that long for the food. Oh well, probably a busy night.' "So, I guess we've established our current status. We're both single. Wow, that look a long time! It's been 30 minutes." Landon said and laughed.
"Oh you're right! So, what else should we ask each other? Only this time, let's not take so long" Jamie said, laughing along with Landon.
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Landon walked Jamie to her porch. "So, I guess I'll see you tomorrow at tutoring?" Landon asked.
"Yeah, but that kid you got, he's hard. How are you going to teach him?" Jamie and asked.
"Oh, I got my ways. Listen uh, afterwards, would you mind going somewhere with me?" Landon and asked.
"Well, ok. Where are we going?" Jamie asked.
"That's a surprise. I got to get going. Bye," Landon said and then he hugged her. It caught Jamie completely off guard but she hugged him back anyways. Landon's grip was hard because he missed holding her. When he pulled away, he just looked at her and left. Instead of going inside, Jamie just stood there on the porch. 'What was up with that? Could he possibly like me?' Jamie thought to herself.
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The next day, at tutoring, Jamie was at awe at Landon's ingenious plan. By having the kid stand at certain angles on the basketball court, Landon managed to get through to the kid about the concepts of triangles. 'He really has changed. The old Landon Carter never would have managed to do that. But why has he changed? Is it because of Clay? I like him, don't I? Whatever, I should just forget it. I'm Jamie Sullivan, he'll never like me. But then again, he has been spending a lot of time with me. No, I'm helping him with the play, he appreciates it and therefore treats me like a friend. Anyways, we have to be lovers in the play, maybe he's trying to get more friendly to make it more realistic. Yeah, that's it. He's Landon Carter, no matter how much he changes, he'll never like me.'
On the way back, they sat together on the bus. "I saw you working with that kid. You did a really good job," Jamie said.
"Really? Thanks. That really means a lot to me. Anyways, you're going to love my surprise," Landon said.
"I really wish you'd tell me," Jamie said.
"Well too bad, it won't be any fun unless it's a surprise," Landon said.
"Oh, you're so mean!" Jamie said and playfully hit him.
"Hey! I'm going to get you," Landon said and started tickling her. Jamie laughed really loud and tried to wriggle out of his grasp. 'Dang, why did I have to sit in the window seat?'
"Ok, I'm sorry, I'm sorry. Stop it. Uncle!" Jamie said nearly out of breath.
"Ha! I won. Never mess with the tickle monster," Landon said as he stopped tickling her.
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"Oh Jamie, why are you so blind?" Tera said in exasperation.
"Hey, I can't help it. Wouldn't you feel a little apprehension if some guy who had been making fun of you, and not in a little boy's teasing kind of way, suddenly started acting very friendly?" Jamie said in her defense.
"All right, all right. Well, at least I know the favor was worth it, so far at least," Tera said as she got up to get more tea. "Well, I got to get going. New assignment. Got to go claim a baby. It's always sad seeing the mother cry, but enjoyable as I carry the baby in my arms," Tera continued as she opened up a portal and disappeared.
"You here that Landon? You're doing well," Jamie whispered.
Author's note: I really appreciate all the great reviews, please keep doing so. Originally, I didn't feel like writing today but when I logged on and saw the comments, it inspired me to at least get out what I promised. I feel touched when I see readers come back to read it the next day. Thanks. As always, R&R! ~Alyssa
