"What were you going outside?" My mother demanded as we entered the house.

"Getting some fresh air," I lied, more smoothly than I expected. "Syd's room got really hot and we couldn't concentrate."

She nodded, believing my quick lie and we proceeded with dinner that I picked at since I had already ate. Of course, no one knew that so I had to lie again and say my stomach hurt and I didn't feel well.

I was actually having a really hard time containing myself. I was officially Alex's girlfriend. He was mine. All mine. And I couldn't have been any happier.

I did my best to keep the smile off my face and act sick for the right of the night though. The second I was safe in my room when we got back, my smile broke through and I spun in a circle and fell into my bed. This was one of the best nights of my life.

-x-

Alex' POV

I didn't think I could have been any happier than I was right now. Everything was falling into place perfectly and nothing could ruin it.

It had taken a lot of courage and self-preparation to ask Charlie to be mine, but it was totally worth it. The way her grey eyes lit up gave me butterflies. I had never felt like this about a girl before. It was scary and exciting at the same time. The small voice in the back of my mind was telling me she was the one. That she wasn't going to break my heart or leave me. It gave me an odd sense of comfort more than it scared me.

I was already trying to plan the next time I could see Charlie as I walked into English on Tuesday. I got my letter and read it.

Dear Charlie,

Does it surprise you I'm already planning our next date? What's your favorite place in the city? I'll take you anywhere you want to go.

I just realized that this project ends next week. It amazes me that in less than I month, I've fallen harder for you than I ever had. I want to make this work so badly.

I can't wait until we see each other again

From Alex

I shook the strange impulse to write love instead of from and handed it in. Moments after sitting down, I pulled out my phone and texted her, satisfying the need to talk to her.

I figured that Friday would be the best day for our date, which meant 4 long days without seeing her

-x-

Charlie's POV

Tuesday flew by faster than it should have. Hazel was still pissed off at me so she didn't talk to me all day. I was bummed out but didn't let it get to me. I was also informed that my Chemistry mark had dropped from the low nineties to 79. If mom found out she was going to kill me.

The rebel part of me, or whatever you want to call it, started to take over and just pushed it to the back of my mind, telling me to deal with it later. I shrugged it off and went on with my day like nothing happened.

-x-

By Wednesday morning I had completely forgotten about my mark as I skipped into English and was handed my letter that made me feel all fluttery inside.

Dear Alex,

My favorite place is where ever you are. I sound completely cliché and sappy, but it's true. I'll go anywhere you want to take me and I know everything will be perfect because you're there. But just to answer your question to make things easier, I actually really like swimming. That didn't really answer it but it's enough to work with, isn't it?

I'd be lying if I said I didn't feel the exact same way as you do. It's good to know that these feelings aren't just one sided and I don't have to fear that you don't feel the same way. I can't wait to see you Friday.

Xoxo, Charlie

I chuckled at my sappiness and lame signature and handed it in. I sat back down and turned to Sydney.

"We need to go bikini shopping," I stated, making Amber turn around in confusion and Hazel roll her eyes.

"Dude, it's November," Amber said.

"I know."

"Then why do you need a bikini," Syd asked.

"Alex and I are doing swimming." I explained then added, "There are such things as indoor pools y'know."

"I might have forgotten those existed," Amber laughed. It was understandable seeing as we lived in an area where most people had their own pools.

"So you down?" I asked.

"Yeah man," Sydney nodded, "Tomorrow after school?"

"Sounds good," Amber nodded.

"Are you going to come?" Sydney turned to Hazel.

Hazel sent me a cold look, "I'm busy."

I held the urge to cough out bullshit because it was, and shrugged. I would probably have to talk to her eventually, but I filed it away for another day.

It was during last period when it hit me that I was still grounded. Fuck.

I spent the drive home from dropping Sydney off trying to think of a lie to get me out of the house.

"How is the project coming along?" Mom asked as I walked in.

I silently thanked whatever greater force was out there for handing me my next lie.

"It's going good," I said, "but we didn't get to finish it completely so do you think I could go back over there tomorrow?"

"Of course," she nodded. She was also apparently in a good mood but I didn't want to push my luck by lying about Friday either.

I tried to concentrate on homework but Alex had texted me and I was curious as to what he was planning for our date. I ended up giving up on my homework and falling asleep after a lengthy cute text from Alex.

-x-

Thursday, opposed to Tuesday, decided to drag by. I got yelled at by my Trig teacher because that mark had also slipped slightly too, but I shrugged it off. When the final bell rang I almost ran out of History and to my locker where everyone was meeting.

Somehow, much to my dismay, Sydney had convinced Hazel to come with us. We decided to just go straight to the mall from school, but Hazel rode with Amber for obvious reasons.

"Looks like you're going to have to be the bigger person and talk to her first," Sydney said as I drove.

"Right now all it is is a battle of who can be more stubborn," I said.

"You and I both know you'll cave before she does."

That was probably true but I didn't agree out loud as I pulled into an empty parking space and Amber pulled in next to me. We all got out and headed towards the entrance.

-x-

Alex's POV

"Dude, I'm so fucking bored," Jack said, dropping the Xbox controller on the ground. "We've played this game so many times I could do it with my eyes closed."

I sighed, dropping mine next to his. "Well, mom just paid me so—"

"We should go buy the new COD game!" He finished my sentence and jumped up, dragging me along with him.

I grabbed my keys and we got into my car, driving the short distance from my house to the mall. Jack got out of the car before I had even turned it off and was running towards the entrance. I laughed and jogged to keep up with him. We pushed through the crowds of people, making our way to the game store.

Jack grabbed a copy off the shelf and walked back over to me grinning, high fiving me. I took it up to the till and paid for it.

"Fuck yeah, no more boredom," Jack said, turning to head back the way we came.

"Wait," I stopped him, "We might as well eat here too since I have no decent food."

"Good point," He nodded and we headed in the direction of the food court.

We separated, Jack going to get tacos while I had an internal debate between pizza and a corn dog. Pizza won in the end and I impatiently waited in line for it. Once I had paid, wincing at the fact that I might not have enough for tomorrow night, I took a seat across from Jack.

"So how are you and Charlie?" He asked.

"Great," I grinned. "We've got another date tomorrow night."

"Nice. I still can't get over the fact that Katelyn shoved her into the pool last weekend."

"Me either!" I said, my anger flaring up slightly at the thought of Katelyn doing that. "Got your eye on anyone yet?"

He shrugged carelessly. "No one at school is worthy," He joked.

We finished eating and left the food court. We made our way through the mall again, at a much slower pace this time. We were about to exit when a bubble of familiar laughter caught my attention. I turned around and peered into the store we were passing. Charlie stood with her back to me with the Sydney and two other girls laughing.

I pulled out my phone while Jack made an impatient noise.

To: Charlie
From: Alex
I see you (:

I watched as she pulled her phone from her pocket and then look around confused. It was amusing to watch her look around the store. Finally she turned all the way around and saw me. Her eyes lit up and she broke into a smile as she started to walk towards me and throw her arms around me.

"What're you doing here?" She asked after kissing me lightly. Her friends approached us, one openly checked Jack out.

"Video games," Jack answered, holding up the bag I made him carry.

"Why are you here?" I asked.

"Trying to find something to wear for tomorrow," She smiled up at me and my heart skipped a few beats. I put my arm around her.

"Are you going to introduce us?" One of the girls with two toned hair asked.

"Oh yeah," Charlie giggled, "That's Sydney, but you already knew that, and that one is Amber," she pointed at the girl who initiated the introductions and then to the one who couldn't take her eyes off Jack, "And that's Hazel. This is Alex and Jack."

Sydney nodded to Jack and Amber waved and we all stood there and talked for a bit. Hazel and Jack had jumped into a conversation that no one seemed to want to interrupt. Sydney looked down at her phone and looked slightly alarmed.

"Dude, we better go just in case your mom decides to do another check in," She said to Charlie and she nodded.

"I can see her doing it too," She turned to me and kissed me again. "It was great seeing you. I can't wait for tomorrow."

I watched her and her friends walk away and looked over at Jack who had a huge grin.

"At least tell me you got her number," I said as we left the mall.

"Fuck!" He yelled. "I didn't even think to."

"Don't worry; I'm sure Charlie won't mind giving it to you." I chuckled.

-x-

"Okay, so Alex doesn't seem like that terrible of a person," Hazel said quietly as we walked to my car.

"Your sudden change of heart doesn't have anything to do with Jack, does it?" I raised an eyebrow, holding back a smiled.

"What makes you think that?" She asked.

"You didn't deny it, it's true," Sydney pointed out.

"Either way, I'm sorry for being a bitch," She said.

"It's fine," I nodded. "Do you want me to see if I can get his number?"

"That'd be fantastic." She grinned.

I nodded again and drove her and Sydney home. I half expected mom to question me when I got home but instead she handed me money for food and her and dad went out to some business thing. I actually finished my homework and even had time to quickly shower before falling asleep, wondering what tomorrow would be like.

-x-

I woke up with a strange feeling in my stomach, like something was going to go bad. I ignored it as I got ready for school and went to English. Alex's and my letters had turned into who could be sappier about each other and it made my heart want to do backflips. I was so glad I decided to jump into instead of hesitating like I usually would.

The odd feeling of dread was still there at lunch and wouldn't go away until after school when Alex texted me telling me he was going to pick me up at 5 and to bring swimming stuff. After that the feeling was replaced by determination to sneak out again.

I was slowly running out of excuses and couldn't think of one as I drove home. Again, whatever force was looking out for me handed me my scapegoat when mom told me her and dad were going out for dinner with some friends. She didn't tell me the name of the restaurant but what were the odds of Alex and I going to the same one if we went for dinner?

They left shortly after telling me which gave me enough time to get ready without rushing. I stripped out of my school clothes and replaced it with skinnies and a V-neck t-shirt with my new orange bikini underneath it. I packed a bag with towels, a hair brush and underwear.

I didn't bother touching up my hair or makeup considering I was about to go swimming. I started to pace again, a habit that I couldn't get out of now, until Alex texted me again.

I opened my window, making sure the ladder was there. I had purposely gotten something stuck in the drain pipe so Dad had to get the ladder and get it out and I knew he wasn't going to put it away any time soon.

I didn't bother locking my door this time as I threw one leg over the ledge, hoping that I'd be back in time.

-x-

Sorry this kinda sucks, it's more of a filler. Thanks for read all my stories and giving such great feedback. You guys are awesome (: