Rapunzel
By: Stephgirl9
Chapter Twelve:
Good News!
Recap
"Evening Allyson,Penny, Lester" his parents said to my mother and father as my mom led them to the dining area. "Evening" I replied softly as Amerie; Dallas's older sister followed them while he hung back and turned to me.
"Hello Allyson, it's been a while since we last spoke right" he said and all I could do was nod. Well attempt too, my head was positioned in a sort of backwards position that really hurt.
"I must say; you look quite dashing tonight" he commented and I could feel my cheeks reddening. "You thank much very" I replied and then facepalmed inwardly. "Uh...very thank much you" I tried again and he chuckled. "It's fine, our parents will be waiting anyways, shall we?" he said and extending his hand to me and I took it gently.
"We shall" I managed to answer and we walked in the direction of the dining room.
Ally's POV
"Oh Elena you're too funny" she said as she laughed lightly at a remark made by Dallas's mother. The others at the table laughed as well but I was confused. What was so funny about replacing pillow mints with nougat?
I would never get hotel owners.
My mother noticed I wasn't laughing and subtly motioned for me to laugh and I did so unwillingly. The conversation continued; all about business between our families. I ate my dinner in silence; but once in a while I would have a small little conversation with Dallas and his older sister.
I tried to just fade out the conversation and think about something else; and oddly, immediately I began thinking about Austin. I really wished he was here. Although I knew he wouldn't behave in the least bit like a gentleman.
I smiled at myself as I imagined the image of shooting pea missiles with a spoon at Elena and Michael and making a variety of quite unappetizing noises.
"Oh, why don't we head out into the garden, it's a seemingly warm evening" I heard my mother say to Elena. I finally snapped back to the world and turned to her.
Maybe I could ask Dallas to go dancing with me then. "That's a great idea mother!" I exclaimed and she beamed at me; probably happy at my sudden enthusiasm.
"Then we shall go, lead the way Penny!" Michael said and all the adults stood up in their couples and began walking to the garden; Amelie close behind and Dallas and I just behind her.
"So Allyson, I heard you've started the local high school, how terrible" Dallas said as we walked out of the white double doors leading to the spacious garden. Dallas led me over to an ivy and rose-covered bench and we both sat.
I shook my head as I smiled. "No, it's simply marvellous!" I exclaimed; glad I was sitting so I wouldn't start bouncing up and down like I usually did. Dallas scoffed. "I doubt it; the people, the meals, the classrooms, the bathrooms" he made a sort of gagging noise. "Simply revolting" he finished and I frowned.
"It's actually quite nice; perhaps you should enroll so you could see" I suggested hopefully. Dallas at my high school would be amazing; especially since I already had Austin, Dez and Trish as friends.
Dallas chuckled. "I'd never do such a thing, I love being home-schooled but I might consider it...if" he began and I smiled. "Yes..." I prompted; pleased with myself for keeping a conversation going this long.
He smiled and took one of my hands gently. "If...you do me the honor of accompanying me on a date next Saturday; this Saturday I have croquet" he said with a smile and I could have jumped for joy.
I settled with nodded my head fiercely and he chuckled. "You are odd young lady, you know that Allyson" he said and I laughed. "Story of my life" I said with a small smile.
'Dear Diary,
'Today was simply the best day ever! I know I keep saying that about everyday since I started school but seriously ever moment seems to just get better than the rest. Firstly, did you know that Dez has a crush on me? Have I ever even mentioned Dez? Well just to be sure,he's this clown-ish boy; an eccentric redhead; he's quite sweet but you know, I don't like him like that. Also, Austin and I are bonding! I know; it's crazy since I sort of hated him about 48 hours ago, but a few hours can really change a person's opinion. We are writing a song for this girl called Cassidy that Austin likes. I'm not sure I like the sound of her very much; but if Austin likes her she must be somewhat decent. He's also going to give me dancing lessons; which will probably be an epic fail, but it'll be some fun at least. Lastly; the Carters came over tonight for dinner and HALLELUYAH! Dallas asked me out. I know. Me. Allyson Marie Dawson; got asked out by a babe like him! Wait, did I just write babe? Wow, my enthusiasm is making me throw grammar to the wind. Anyways! I have lots of daydreaming and snuggling with Dana the Dolphin to do so I'll write in you later. Ally x
Possible lyrics:
I'm puttin on a show
I'm gonna levitate ya
Leave ya
Wa- Wa- Wantin more
I see you fascinated
I've got you hypnotized
Wipe up what you dream of
A fantasy before your eyes
I closed my diary and placed it beside me as I looked out of my window from where I was perched on the sill. The midnight blue sky was sprinkled prettily with twinkling diamond like stars. That unmistakable fall scent of oak leaves and warm breezes wrapped itself around me. What a perfect day; I thought to myself.
I continued to gaze out the window; hearing the odd car in the here and the occasional hooting of an owl there. After a while; the effects of day started to come upon me and I held a dainty hand to my mouth to cover a yawn.
I leaned forward and closed my window carefully before I slipped off my slippers and slid underneath the soft, warm duvet on my bed. I turned off the bedside lamp before I settled down to sleep, snuggling my plush dolphin close to me lovingly.
"Night Dana" I whispered into the silence and then almost immediately; I was asleep.
Austin's POV
"Wake up Austin" I heard a gentle soft voice trill to me and my eyes fluttered open slowly. Wow, was it morning already? I sat up a little in my bed and rubbed my eyes until they adjusted to my surroundings and I found Amy standing in front of my; dressed in a pretty blue dress and a white cardigan and little white shoes.
"I'm awake...why am I awake?" I asked sleepily and Amy giggled. "You have to go to school silly and you're late" she trilled with a small smile.
I groaned slightly.
"Do I have to? I'm exhausted!" I whined and she glared at me playfully. "Hey I wanted to stop playing charades at one am but no; someone insisted on going on till three and that someone doesn't have the ability to wake up early" she lectured and I chuckled lightly.
"In my defence, I was on a roll, how could I stop" I retaliated and she rolled her eyes playfully at me and extended a hand. "Come on, eat breakfast first, Sara made pancakes!" she announced happily and I shot up.
"What kind of pancakes?" I asked and narrowed my eyes at Amy crossing her arms. "Chocolate chip" she declared smugly and I grabbed my slippers and then her hand.
"What are we waiting for then!" I exclaimed and she giggled as I dragged her into the kitchen.
"Those. Were. Delicious" I declared as I brought mine and Amy's plates to the sink.
"Glad you like them kids" Sara said as she placed the plates into the dishwasher. "Liked, I loved" I said and Amy giggled. "You just love pancakes in general" she stated and I nodded in agreement. "Yeah" I said and she rolled her eyes at me. "You know you still have to go to school" she said and I groaned. "Do I" I whined and she nodded. "Count yourself lucky; the rest of us are home-schooled" she said and sighed gloomily.
I reached down and picked her up. "Cheer up kiddo; it'll be alright" I said and she smiled. "You sure?" she asked and I nodded. "Positive; one day you will go to actual school and meet lots of kids your age" I said and she grinned. "Great! But for now; you have to get ready" she said and I chuckled as I put her down.
"I guess so; Ally would be lost without me anyways" I said smugly and she raised an eyebrow at me. "Who's Ally?" she asked and I smiled. "This awesome girl I just met" I replied and for a moment stood there; the thoughts of her flooding my mind.
"Oooh, is she your girlfriend" she singsonged; snapping me back to reality. "What! No! We're just friends" I exclaimed defensively and she giggled. "Chill Austin; I was kidding" she said and I blushed. "Yeah...right...I knew that...so was...um...I" I said and quickly headed out of the kitchen and began walking to my bedroom. "So, what's she like?" Amy asked as she skipped along behind me.
"She's awesome" I replied as I grabbed a towel. "Will I ever get to meet her?" she asked hopefully and I turned to her with a smile and thought for a moment. "Maybe" I said and ruffled her hair before I headed to the bathroom.
"Hey Ally", "S'up Alls", "Hi Allyson" called various students as I walked through the halls towards my locker. I smiled at them all; giving each a small wave and a 'hi' as I made my way through the crowded halls.
I finally made my way to my locker and much to my dismay; Austin wasn't there; which was weird because he was almost always in at this time. I tried to hide my disappointment as I turned to my locker and dialed in the combination and opened it with ease.
As I exchanged my books and checked my schedule; I felt a tap on my shoulder and turned around with a smile expecting to see Austin but there in front of me stood Dez; in a Hawaiian shirt, yellow jeans and clown shoes. My smile faded slightly.
"Oh hey Dez" I said and shut my locker before leaning on it. "Hey Ally; you look really pretty today" Dez complimented me and I giggled. "Thanks Dez, but I look like this everyday" I replied glancing down briefly at my floral dress, beige cardigan and ankle boots.
"Yeah...but...you never wore a beige cardigan, it looks really nice on you" he said quickly and I smiled a little. "Thanks" I said and suddenly there was this awkward silence before Dez broke it.
"So...um...Ally...I was wondering if you'd like to do something this weekend or something" he queried shyly and I shot him a week smile. "Actually that's the day that me and my boyfriend are doing something" I said casually remembering Austin's advice.
"Oh" said Dez and he looked slightly annoyed. "So tell me about your boyfriend?" he said and I chewed my lip in thought. "Well he has brown hair that flops just the right way, kind brown eyes and he smells like a fresh summer breeze" I breathed. Okay; I panicked and described Dallas but it wasn't like Dez and Dallas would ever meet.
"He sounds awesome; that him there" Dez asked and pointed to a spot behind me. "What?" I asked and twisted around slightly to look behind me and my eyes widened.
"Dallas?" I exclaimed; somewhat surprised and Dallas turned at the sound of his name and smiled at me.
"Oh hello Allyson" he said as he walked over to Dez and I. "Hi...hi...Dallas...what are you doing here?" I asked confusedly but smiled a little. He looked very cute today.
"Well I thought about what you said about your 'excellent' high school, so I spoke to my parents about it and they informed the school last night" he explained and I nodded slowly as I processed the sentence. "Ok then" I said.
"By the way you look simply beautiful today Allyson" he complimented and I blushed deeply and absentmindedly twirled a lock of hair around my finger. "Thank you" I said softly and he smiled.
"Um...you look great too, I see youwent more casual then your usual attire" I stated. "I know, I hate it but it'll do" he said and we began a small conversation until Dez made an 'ahem'.
"Oh, I'm sorry; Dez, this is Dallas and Dallas this is Dez" I said introducing the two guys to each other. Dallas held out a hand and Dez laughed. "Dude this is 2O12; no one shakes hands anymore" he declared and Dallas frowned. "Then what do they do?" Dallas asked. "Just say hey" Dez replied and Dallas turned to me and I nodded. I had gotten this same speech from Trish on my first day. "Well...hey then" Dallas said and I smiled.
"Okay introductions done! Classes start soon, I've got algebra and you guys have..." I began. "Calculus" they said simultaneously and I grinned. "
Perfect, Dez you can show you to algebra and I'll see you both sometime" I said and Dez nodded. "Alright Ally" he said with an adorable little smile and then turn to Dallas with a slightly dialed down one. "Come on" he said and Dallas gave me a small smile before he walked off to Calculus with Dez.
I sighed as I crouched to double check I had everything in my bag and when I turned to leave; I flinched backwards in shock.
Austin's POV
"Austin, you scared me" Ally chimed and placed a hand to her heart and I smirked. "Then I accomplished my mission" I said jokingly and she nudged me as she leaned against her locker.
"But I'm glad you're here anyways; why were you so late?" she asked and I shrugged. "Woke up late and then caught up in eating pancakes with Amy" I said as I dialed in my combination. "Who's Amy?" she asked with a small smile. I froze. Oh God; I mentioned her without thinking. If I hadn't concentrated on how pretty Ally looked today I probably wouldn't have opened my mouth in the first place.
"She's...um...my sister" I replied as I retrieved my algebra book from my locker. "Sister! You've got a sister?" Ally said excitedly and I nodded uneasily. "Yeah..." I said quietly.
"Why didn't you tell me! Can I meet her sometime? How old is she? Do you have any other siblings? Does she like pon-" she rambled before I clasped my hand over her mouth and looked her in the eyes. "If I remove my hand from your mouth will you promise to shut up?" I asked slowly and she nodded and I smirked.
"Good" I said and removed my hand from her mouth and she beamed. "You have a sister!" she squealed and I glared at her and she did a zipping motion on her mouth but then started talking again.
"Guess what!" she exclaimed and smiled slightly. "What?" I asked and she grinned. "Guess" she said and I sighed. "You've got a date with " I guessed easily. "I got a date with Dallas" she shrieked and then narrowed her eyes at me. "How'd you know?" she asked me and I smirked. "You're bouncing...again" I said simply as I grabbed my spanish book and closed my locker.
She blushed slightly. "Wow, I do that a lot don't I" she asked as she propped her bag unto her slender shoulder. "Yeah, you do" I said as I slung my backpack onto my back and she frowned a little. "But it's cute" I said softly and nudged her gently.
She looked up at me with slightly red cheeks. "Thanks" she said quietly and then there was an awkward silence before she broke it. "Come on, let's go to class" she said and I shook my head. "Nah, I've got a better idea" I said and she raised an eyebrow at me and I smirked.
"Ally, I'm going to teach you a classic teen skill" I began and she smiled. "Cool, what is it?" she asked and I smiled. "Ditching" I said and grabbed her hand as I led her out of the school building.
"Oh God" she said.
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- Sorry it took so long! School started and I'm beyond busy!
