Dear all readers…. Sorry this one is short. I've been a little busy… and for some reason I've been getting buried in all these stories I've been writing. Hope you enjoy..
Daisy cornered me in the hallway. A fierce and determined look displayed across her unflinching face. I stared at her with confusion, waiting for her to speak. Then the smaller brunette began tapping her foot impatiently onto the tile floor.
"I guess you want me to just ask then right?" Daisy asked impatiently.
"Daize, I have no idea what you're talking about!" I stated.
"Fine. Let's start off with that little fight you almost had with Michelle." She nodded.
"That's not a question. 2nd I don't feel like talking about his right now. She was drunk and she was purposely taunting me in public." I responded.
"And that gives you the right to beat her ass while she's drunk? Completely unfair and you know it." Daisy scolded me.
"Why don't you just mind your own business. What happens between me and Michelle is our problem." I stated firmly as I tried making my way past her but she wouldn't budge.
"This affects all of us Tea. Not just you two." Daisy responded.
"Whatever." I sighed.
"I thought Michelle said for you to stay away from Nicole." She added in.
My eyes quickly flew to Daisy's brown eyes. I bit down on my lower lip. My stomach started acting up at the sound of her name. A large lump began forming in the back of my throat.
"I am." I slowly responded.
"Clearly now that's a lie. Look… I'm not dumb and neither is Michelle. Alright, she knows about the two of you spending time together." She uttered.
I shrugged and gave a small smirk. "Nicole's a big girl and she can do what she wants."
"We both know what you want from her… and it's not in a good way. I love you Tea, but this time this is just wrong." Daisy nodded.
"And what the hell am I doing?" I asked harshly.
"You are just messing with that girl. Once you get what you want from her, you're gonna drop her. Just like that." She responded with a snap of her fingers.
"Maybe this time is different." I stated.
Daisy shook her head. "Tea… you aren't ready for any kind of relationship. There's just no way."
"You saying I can't get a girlfriend?" I asked clearly amused.
Daisy sighed and threw her hands up angrily into the air. "NO! That's not what I'm saying. I'm just trying to protect that girl. Besides right now it's best not to get on Michelle's wrong side. She's not in the right state of mind alright. She's fucked up Tea and no one seems to care!"
"That's her problem." I stated.
"She's out for vengeance. And I'm scared for you." Daisy croaked out
I smacked my lips together and looked over at my good friend. Her brown eyes almost pleading with me.
"Okay so what do you want me to do?" I asked.
"Stop seeing Nicole." She responded with a newfound confidence.
I glanced down at the floor. "I don't know that I can do that." I whispered.
"Why?" Daisy quickly asked, sounding annoyed.
"I just can't." I shrugged.
"Don't do this to me Tea." Daisy pleaded. "Just leave her alone!"
The bell finally rang out loud. "You should get going. You're late for band." I uttered.
Daisy shook her head at me with disappointment. Then without another word she left. I let out a small groan as I slid a hand through my hair and closed my eyes.
"Bad day?" an unfamiliar voice asked.
My eyes flew open to find another pair of big brown eyes blaring into mine with concern. My eyes raised as I admired the girl's bright red hair. Then I remembered her from Tina's class, the pastry chef chick. My mouth dropped down a little with surprise.
"Long day… but mostly just high school." I responded.
The red head chuckled lightly. I pinched my lips into a tight smile, clearly not understanding the joke.
"I know what you mean. High school was probably one of the most confusing, dramatic, and exciting time of my life." She smiled brightly.
I let out a small laugh. "I'm Tea." I introduced myself.
"I'm Emily. Or as your other mate would call me… The pastry chef." She replied.
"I'm so sorry about ruining your presentation thing." I glanced down to the ground.
"Don't worry bout it. It wasn't your fault." Her low husky British accent replied.
"I played a part." I sighed.
"Well just remember that these times…. are so very precious. I know right now things may seem a little bit harsh and sometimes unbearable, but in the end it makes for a good story." Emily stated.
I nodded letting her words seep into my head.
"Well I should run… Nice chattin with you." Emily smiled.
Just then footsteps are heard from around the corner. I glanced up to find my favorite brunette walking down the hall. She paused once she glanced over at me. Her eyes flickered back between Emily and me. At that moment I had no idea what she was thinking about. By reading her face, she showed no signs of anything. Her striking blue eyes just kept staring at us.
"See ya later Tea." Emily murmured and quickly walked away. I bit down on my lip and glanced at Nicole.
"Hi?" I gave a small smile. Nicole was immediately pulled from her trancelike state.
"Clearly you have no boundaries." Nicole commented as she made her way over to me.
"What?" I questioned.
"The woman has got to be at least 30 years old Tea." Nicole continued.
My eyes drew up with surprise. A small smirk crossed my face.
"You think…. Me and her?" I let out a low throaty chuckle.
"Well it's not that big of a leap now is it?" Nicole hastily added.
A smile pulled at my lips. "Do I detect a hint of jealousy Ms. Nicole?" I asked.
Her piercing blue eyes glared at me. "Of you? Of course not." She responded.
"Shame." I smiled back flirtatiously.
A smile crossed her face. "You are such an ass." She teased.
I laughed loudly and gently pushed her arm. "Damn right."
I quickly glanced up and caught notice of a flash or orange hair. I quickly looked back and the person was gone. Michelle?
"Come on. Were extremely late for class." Nicole nodded.
I shook my head and followed her out the door.
