OCD

September 14th

10:30 AM

"WOULD ALL 8TH GRADERS PLEASE REPPORT TOTEH AUDITORIUM IMMEDIATLY!" said Principal Burns voice over the intercom. Massie and the PC were sitting Starbucks when they heard the announcement. Massie sat up and the Pretty Committee followed.

"What do you think this is about?" Alicia asked as the girls took their seats.

"No, idea, but it has to be big if only the 8th graders are in on it," Dylan replied.

"Attention girls, attention!" Principal Burns said into the microphone. "Last year, at Lake Placid, you girls failed miserably. So you will be making it up this year. We have arranged for OCD and Briarwood to re-do the Lake Placid trip, but this time it will be different. Tomorrow, you will come to school with 1, I repeated 1 bag. You will leave OCD at 8:10 AM sharp. The drive is about 5 hours. From Tuesday night to Thursday afternoon, you will be unsupervised. " Every one started whispering. Principal Burns continued, "Settle down girls, I'm not even halfway done. You will be living in teams. Each team has been assigned already. There is a team captain for each team, and there will be 11 teams of 10. 2 tents will be provided for each team, and about 5 people per tent. You will need to bring sleeping bags, pillows, and blankets. We will also provide water, food, utensils, and first aid kit. You will need to cook your on food, make your own fire, set up your own tents, but most importantly, you will be learning to work as a team. On Thursday night, we will have a dance, so you may bring a separate small bag for your dresses and shoes. You will also be able to shower because you will not have access to showers any other day during the trip. We will drive back Thursday night, arriving around 6 in the morning. Therefore, you will have Friday off." Everyone screamed and cheered. "And since we are leaving tomorrow, you will get the rest of the day off. Lastly, you will all need parental consent due to what happened last year." Principal Burns looked at Kristen and Kristen started to slid down her chair. "You may pick up permission forms at the doors when you exit. You cannot get on the buses if you don't . If you parents aren't in town, have them call the school. If you have any questions you may see me now, or you can leave. I will need to see Massie, Layne, Olivia, Kori, and Danielle in my office at 11:20. Thank you."

"We'll meet you in my limo after you talk with Principal Burns," Alicia said to Massie. "We need to do some serious shopping and packing for Lake Placid 2."

"Given," Massie said. She turned around and started pushing her way through the crowds to get to Principal Burns. Massie kept hearing people complain about the 1 bag. Whatever.

"Mrs. Burns," Massie said shoving a girl out of the way.

"Yes, Miss Block," Mrs. Burns said turning to Massie.

"I can't get parental consent," Massie mummbled to the ground.

"I see," Mrs. Burns replied. Everyone in the school was now aware of the accident and how Massie's mom had died and how her dad was still in a coma. "Do you have any other relatives?' Massie shook her head. "Who are you currently staying with?"

"The Fishers," Massie replied.

"Well, you can have them sign the forms. That would be fine." Principal Burns replied. Massie walked out of the auditorium to Principal Burns office. When she got inside, she saw Layne, Olivia, Kori, Danielle, Griffin, Zach, Dave, Matt, Peter, and Nick sitting in the chairs. Massie sat down in the last open chair. Principal Burns soon came in.

"You boys and girls have been chosen as team captains," Principal Burns explained. "You will be allowed to bring cell phones incase of emergency. Here is your team," She said passing out pieces of paper. "You will need to contact them tonight to let them know, and, most importantly, they will need to contact you if they leave the campsite. You are in charge."

After Principal Burns's speech on how this is a "major responsibility," they were allowed to leave. Massie walked out of the school and spotted the Rivera's limo.

"Hey Massie!" Claire gushed when Massie got in, "What did Principal Burns have to say?"

"Guess who's a team captain?" Massie asked rhetorically. The girls started Oh-Meh-Gawdding and screaming.

"So who's on your team?" Alicia asked.

"Haven't checked yet," Massie said. She reached into her purse and grabbed the note Principal Burns gave her. She read down the list, "Alicia, Claire, Kristen, Dylan, Josh, Cam, Kemp, Polvert, and DERRINGTON." Cam had told her yesterday how bad Derrick felt and to take it easy on him. He practically begged and Massie agreed against her will.

"This is going to be so much fun!" Claire said.

"I'm so glad my parents are letting me come this year," Kristen said. They drove to the mall and started shopping. Mostly they got shorts and cargo pants along with tanks and v-neck sweaters. They headed to DKNY to get dresses for the dance. Massie picked out a silver metallic pleated tank dress, maroon peep toe pumps to match the necklace her parents gave her for her birthday; it was a long and silver chain with two maroon hearts on it. Alicia got a metallic dots tiered ruffle dress in black with sliver pumps and a black clutch with a silver rose on it. Kristen got a black and red metallic tank dress and black flats. Dylan got a gold tank dress with a black twist belt, black tights, black gloves, and black ankle boots. Claire got a yellow silk scoop neck dress and black strappy sandals. The girls finished, grabbed some capichinos at starbucks, and headed. Alicia dropped Massie off at the Fishers last. When Massie got there, it was about 4:00 PM.

Fisher's House

September 14th

4:00 PM

Massie opened the door to the Fisher house. She walked down the hallway, and was hit in the face with a pair of soccer shorts. Massie took the soccer shorts from her face and walked into Cam's room. It was filled with the usual suspects. "Who's are these?" She shouted at the group of boys huddled around duffle bags. Derrington got up and grabbed them. The other boys started laughing. Massie just stood there.

"So, Massie, you going to Placid?" Derrington asked. He figured if he tried to act like nothing was wrong, Massie would forgive him and take him back. He had heard twice that she still liked him, but how to get her back.

"Given," Massie replied looking at Derrington. Then she turned around and left the room. "Oh, by the way," Massie said over her shoulder, "I'm your team captain."

Massie returned to her room. She put the shopping bag on the bed and put her iPod on shuffle. Demi Lavado's Get Back started blasting through the speakers. Suddenly, everything went black.

"Derrick, take your hands off my eyes." Massie said. Derrington released his hands.

"How'd you know it was me?" Derrick asked.

"We went out for about half a year. I know how your hands feel."

Derrick looked in Massie's eyes, "Massie what would it take to show you I'm really sorry?"

"Derrick, I know your sorry. I just can't take you back. I've lost trust in you." Massie turned around to hide her tears. Derrington pulled Massie into a hug. "I love you Massie," he said in Massie's ear. After a few seconds Massie backed away.

"Please leave," Massie said pointing to the door. "Just leave."

Massie turned back to her closet. She grabbed her large suitcase and a smaller one. She placed her dress, crimper, shampoo- in a bag so it doesn't spill like last time, shoes, and necklace in the small bag. In the larger bag she put her shorts, capris, v-neck sweaters, tanks, tennis shoes, and flip flops. She put her make up, perfume, and mirror, along with other toiletries in the top compartment. Lastly, she picked out her outfit for tomorrow. She decided on knee high Uggs, dark brown cargo pants, a forest green tank, and a Ralph Lauren 3/4-sleved jacket that matched her tan Uggs.

She checked the clock- 10:00. She went through her list one more time. Permission form signed- check. Clothes-check. Makeup- Check. Toiletries- check. Phone-check. Pillow. She threw the pillow on top of the pile near the door-Check. Sleeping bags-check. Group list. Massie went over to the desk where she put the list. She pulled out her phone and texted Alicia, Claire, Dylan, Kristen, Cam-even though he was right next door, Derrington, Josh, Kemp, and Povlert.

MASSIE: 2morrow. Buss #1. sit in back. If u r not there by 8:10 we leave without u

Massie went back to her check list. Notify group- check. All was done. She grabbed her boy shorts and tank and went to the bathroom to get ready for bed.

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