All I'm going to say is thanks guys! You really make my day with your reviews and whatnot! Like I said before, I'm just sort of sporadically posting these when I finish them. This story practically stays on mind though so that's why you keep getting two chapters every day. Alright here is the next chapter. Enjoy!
Clare woke up cold again. She knew Eli would sneak out just in case her mother woke up early. Her mother never got up before nine, but Eli was right to be cautious. She looked on her pillow for a note. She didn't find one. Eli always left a note. She looked at her phone. No text messages either. She wondered what happened and went to get ready. She walked to her dresser and opened her underwear drawer, where she found the missing note from Eli. She smirked as she read it.
Good morning Blue Eyes. You didn't really think I would just leave without saying anything, did you? Well I decided to have a little fun this morning so I picked out your clothes for the day. They are sitting on your chair ;). She looked on her chair to see a skimpy nighty that Alli had bought her. She scoffed and continued to read the note. By now you've looked over and are rolling your eyes. I figured as much so I will let you pick out your own clothes. Just know that no matter what you wear, I will be picturing you in what I picked out. Oh and I'm picking you up for breakfast at the Dot. See you in a little bit. Eli. P.S. Please wear the nighty. It will make me very happy.
Clare laughed and set the note down. She looked over at the nighty. There was no way she was going to wear it to school. She didn't even wear it to sleep in. But she wanted to have some fun this week so she got out her black lacy bra and her matching underwear. She also picked out a jean mini skirt with a black fitted top that showed just enough cleavage. She went to take a shower and get ready. After curling her hair and adding a black headband with silver sparkles, she heard a knock on the door. She quickly slipped on some flats and grabbed her school bag. She rushed downstairs and opened the door to find, not Eli, but Sam. He smiled and kissed her on the cheek.
"Sam, what are you doing here?" She quickly composed herself. "I mean not that I don't want to see you." She smiled up at him.
"I thought I would take you to breakfast. Is that okay?"
"That sounds great. Let me just text Alli and let her know that I'll be eating with you instead." She dug out her phone and texted Eli, explaining the situation. It only took a few seconds to get a reply.
Bummer for me. Oh well have fun and I'll see you at school. He added a smiley face to the end of it. She got into Sam's car, and he drove to the Dot. They sat at a booth and made small talk while eating breakfast. Twenty minutes later they strode into school together. Sam walked her to her locker, where Adam and Eli were waiting for her. Sam bent down to kiss her cheek like always and walked away. Clare stood there smiling for a minute before Adam coughed to get her attention.
"Clare come on. We have class." She turned around and got her books from her locker. "So I was thinking we should do the Dot for lunch. What do you guys think?" Eli nodded at Adam. They both turned to Clare. She wasn't paying attention. "Clare!" Adam practically yelled at her.
"I'm sorry, what?"
"What is up with you today?" She blushed.
"Just a good morning preceded by a really good night. Can't I just be in a good mood?"
"Yeah but you're like really dazed today. I guess you're new boy is really getting to you. And like I was saying, we should get lunch at the Dot today." She grinned.
"Sorry guys, I can't today. I'm eating lunch with Sam."
"Jeez now you're going to start ditching us for Sam? Why am I always the third wheel or the left behind?" Eli decided to join in the conversation.
"Dude do you want to try to eat while she's making out with some guy? Let's give her some time with lover boy so we don't have to see it."
"Yeah you're right. At least you're in this with me." They bumped fists while Clare rolled her eyes.
"Come on, we need to get to class." Clare and Adam walked to their class while Eli walked to his. As soon as Clare sat down, Alli ambushed her with a question.
"So what was with Eli calling you 'Blue Eyes' yesterday?" Luckily Clare had seen this question coming so she thought of an answer.
"I don't know, but I think it's his way of showing me he's fine with me dating someone else." Alli thought about it for a minute.
"Or he could still have feelings for you." Alli looked behind Clare, at Adam. He wanted to know just as much as she did.
"Alli, how many times do I have to tell you? We are just friends. We don't have those feelings anymore. I'm with Sam now."
"So you guys are official now?"
"Not yet, but I think we will be after Friday night." Alli squealed, which caused a bunch of looks from the other students, and the teacher.
"Ms. Bhandari, is there something you would like to share with the class?"
"No Mr. Betemkamp."
"Then I suggest you pay attention." They stayed quiet until the bell rang. Then Alli picked up right where she left off while walking Clare to her locker.
"So has he told you where you're going for dinner?"
"No but I told him not to take me anywhere fancy and expensive."
"Okay do you want me to help you pick out an outfit?"
"I actually already know what I'm going to wear."
"Alright well I need to get to class. See you at lunch?"
"Actually I'm going to the Dot with Sam." Alli smiled while Adam and Eli walked up.
"I'm so happy for you. I'll see you later." Alli left leaving the misfits alone together.
"Are you boys ready for some exciting English?"
"Seriously Clare, do you have to be so perky?" She pretended to think about it.
"Yes I do. Now let's go!" She pushed them both down the hall. They sat down and faced forward to see a substitute teacher.
"Okay well Ms. Dawes' lesson plan says to work on the essay that she assigned over the weekend so get to it. I'll let you talk if you promise to keep it at a whisper." They sub smiled and started reading a book. Eli looked over at Adam, who looked relieved and started writing on what Eli guessed was his paper. Eli of course had finished it over the weekend. He turned around to face Clare, who was reading a book. She obviously finished her assignment too. He decided to bother her.
"So you're not even official and already lover boy has stolen you away from me." Clare looked up and smiled.
"Eli, you're jealousy is showing." He smirked.
"I'm just saying that this week is my time, and you're not even wearing the nighty." Clare looked over at Adam and around the room. Everyone was busy. She moved closer and pulled out her sexy voice.
"Take me to your house after school, and I'll show what I am wearing." She licked her lips then sunk back in her seat.
"Tease." Clare smiled at him and went back to reading her book.
Lunch finally came, and Clare was excited for her date. She met Sam by her locker, and they walked to the Dot. They sat in the same booth from this morning and ordered. They were sharing a plate of fries when Adam and Eli walked in. They sat at the counter and ordered before they saw Clare and Sam. They gave each other a knowing look and walked over to the booth. Eli started the conversation.
"Aw if it isn't Clare-bear and her new love interest, sharing a plate of fries." He turned to Adam, clutching at his heart.
"Aw young love." Adam said while mimicking Eli's heart clutch. Clare rolled her eyes and turned to Sam. She realized she hadn't properly introduced them.
"Sam these are my friends, not by choice. This is Eli and Adam." Eli smirked.
"How can you say you didn't choose us? That hurts."
"Yeah Clare, I thought we were you're best friends. You know the ones, you tell all your embarrassing secrets to." Adam just smiled sweetly at her. Luckily Sam decided to save her.
"I've met Eli. We have a few classes together since we're both seniors. It's nice to meet you Adam."
"Yeah it's nice to officially meet the guy Clare keeps yapping about." Clare glared at her friends.
"I think you're food is ready so you should go away now." Eli and Adam left, laughing. The rest of Clare and Sam's lunch date went by without incident.