I went into my room and immediately shut the door. It was already 9 p.m, so I decided to change into my PJ's, navy bottoms and a tank top. Darren loved it when I didn't care about what I wore. A bright star caught my attention as I walked by and it made me remember of all the times Darren and I would cuddle up in bed. He would caress my cheek and whisper sweet things into my ear –

"I love you, (Y/N). Don't ever forget that."

My eyes were beginning to water, but I knew I had to be strong. We were both young, with our whole lives ahead of us. This was probably one of many relationships to come. Someday I'll find someone perfect though. Tears were now running down my face. Who the hell was I kidding? I know I still love Darren, even though he might not feel the same…

I stared at myself through the mirror, coming to a realization. New part of life, new me.

I called Joe as I got ready for school the next morning, telling him to meet me at the entrance. He would come if I bought him a cup of coffee. Agreed! Nothing could suit me better than that! Except maybe having Darren here. I really need to set my mind on something else besides him…

"Ahh! Thank you, thank you, thank you." Joe smiled as he reached for his coffee, " so what's up with –" he paused. "Oh MY GOD!"

"What?"

"You look different."

"I decided I needed a change." I said nervously.

"You NEVER wear dresses, flats, and all that other girly crap though! Why now?"

"You don't like it?"

"Yes. I do! It'll take some getting used to though" he sipped.

We walked up theentrance, smiling. This should be a nice day. I'm going to try to keep Darren off my mind and continue on with my life.

"Lady's first!" Joe opened the door politely.

"Why thank you kind sir!" I giggled and held his arm as we walked in. Two girls were staring at us with an are-you-kidding-me look. Joe and I couldn't care less though until –

"Hey, I heard you cheated on Darren with Joe!" one of the girls immaturely said, a bit too loud. Everyone in the hallway turned to look at my face, but I just stared at the ground. What the hell did they just say? Was I listening correctly? My eyes met Joe's and the look on his face gave me an answer. I couldn't even believe it. I wanted to run but my feet couldn't move. A tight knot was forming in my throat…

"Ugh, no wonder Darren broke up with you! He deserves so much better. Someone like Sabrina. " another girl laughed.

"Huh, that's funny, you know." Joe said coolly.

Both of the girls looked confused.

"Know why? Because I'm gay. I don't do girls. They're just not worth it…" he said looking specifically at them. There were whispers all around. I couldn't think through all this. Tears were running down my cheeks and my heart pounded loudly. Joe held his arm over my shoulder and walked off with me.

"Everything's going to be okay." He whispered.

It was no wonder Joe was my best friend. I sobbed into his shoulders as we sat at a staircase.

"Joe, why did you—" I started.

"So tonight?" I knew that voice from anywhere, Sabrina. She was coming down the stairs with Darren.

"Tonight." Darren confirmed.

They went all the way down to where we were. They obviously didn't see us, I think. Joe stood up quickly and I followed. I wiped my tears away as we made way for them to walk by. Darren looked down as he passed by me.

"I love your dress!" said Sabrina.

I stared at her and didn't answer. Hadn't she noticed tears? And why was she even speaking to me?!