CHAPTER 21 – It's Like Nothing Happened
The next day both May and Drew woke up like normal (Drew had a nightmare from yesterday's mall incident though), went to school like normal, and acted as though nothing had happened the night before. May only remembered that she had went to Drew's house to study, but didn't remembered what specifically happened. The same with Drew; he remembered May had come over, but nothing more. Worst of all, they had been swiped clean of their memories of the love they shared for one another.
As a result of this, Drew went back to his constant mockery and teasing of May. Why? Because it was funny to see someone react in such a way that they would dare challenge him in a game of witty comebacks and instant thought of subtle insults. He still gave her the occasional rose though. Ash and Misty on the other hand were more than a little baffled as to why May laughed, hysterically, when they asked her when she planned to ask Drew out. The group was currently situated outside at a picnic table, enjoying the warm summer's day, and the luscious hour of lunchtime.
Misty swiveled her spoon in her peach flavored yoghurt, too shocked at May reaction to even eat it. With a look of uncertainty, she waited for May to calm down before she spoke up.
"But May, you said so yourself! Remember that time we were at your house, just before Drew donated his blood to Max, and I asked you if, and I quote 'Do you, May Maple, like or even, 'LOVE', Drew Devlin?'
May thought for a moment then shook her head. "But you got all red in the face and knelt your head as though you felt ashamed…" May shook her head again. She was clueless as to what Misty was talking about. Ash took a bite of his sandwich, trying to avoid this conversation about May liking, or even loving Drew.
"Ash, help me out here! You remember that night right?" Misty asked and nudged his arm.
"Yeah I remember, but if May doesn't, then I say we let bygones be bygones." Misty frowned him punched his head softly.
"Ash! How can you act so calm?! What if May has some weird…new and improved amnesia! Long term memory loss as an added bonus!"
"I thought long term memory loss already existed?"
"Not the point Ash!" May sighed, she sensed an argument brewing between these two supposedly love-birds.
"Listen guys it's alright. I don't like Drew in that way AT ALL. As if it was HIM who donated blood to Max in the first place!" She laughed slightly at the thought. "We all know what a jerk he can be! Just because his rich and popular. And god alone knows WHY he let me go over to mansion…But putting that aside, I got to go meet with Ms. Brunette the drama teacher. Apparently she wants me to audition for the after summer school production, Romeo and Juliet. Well I'll see you guys after school then!" She jumped out of her sat and ran towards the front doors. She stopped midway and turned back to them. "Don't forget to rendezvous at 3:30! Library!" And with that she disappeared inside.
Misty turned her attention back to Ash.
"What do you thinks wrong with May?" She asked, and he shrugged.
"I don't know. But maybe we should ask Drew or something?" May gave a disgruntled look, but nodded. She could tell Ash didn't want to approach him either, but they had to; for May's sake. After quickly finishing their lunch in silence, the two of them went on a 'Drew-hunt'.
May entered the drama hall. Its gargantuan size and antique yet modernized beauty still caught her in awe. She walked down the red velvet 220 steps to stage. A few of the girls and boys form other year level drama classes had assembled there as well. May cautiously looked for any sign of emerald green hair in the crowed. She sighed when she saw no sign of it. As she approached the group, she saw Ms. Brunette sitting in the first chair of the row.
"Oh good May you're here. Right people listen up closely." Like obedient dogs they turned to her. Not something you'd expect from high school students. But the amount of credits one can get for participating the school production was something that could even make the nastiest of kids obey the teachers. "As you all know summer vacation is in two weeks," a few of the kids yelled out, and cheered happily. "Yes, yes I know. Vacation time. But auditions for the production will be held tomorrow. If you chose to audition, then know that you will be sacrificing a few days of your summer vacation in order to come to school and practice the play." Three students immediately left.
The teacher handed out a few sheets of paper. "These contain details as to practice hours during the summer, and also the list of characters that are required for the production. Note that if you just want to be an extra, you still need to show me you can act by doing a skit and portraying one of the characters listed below." Ms. Brunette explained. "Now I had something else to hand out to you lot, but where is…Tch, I must've left it my office. I'll be right back." She quickly got up and headed for her office backstage.
May looked down at the piece of paper she held. She knew that there would be a lot of girls who would be trying out for the part of Juliet, as it just so happens that Drew would more than likely be given the lead part, again, just as he had been in the last four plays this year A sudden wave overcame May, and she wondered if she was a good enough actor to be given the part. Her trail of thought was soon broken by the familiar voice behind her.
"Well I didn't expect to see you here May. I'm quite surprised to be precise." May sighed heavily and turned to face Drew.
"For your information Drew Ms. Brunette specially asked me in person to come to this meeting, and to audition for the part of Juliet tomorrow. Drew smirked and flipped his green locks of gold.
"Hmph. Well I suppose this year's Juliet should be someone who can act a little better than the ones before. And they stank…" May frowned yet not for long. She was unsure whether to perceive that as an insult, or a compliment.
"Well I guess you'll be going for the part of Romeo then?" She asked.
"Naturally of course. I just hope you're as god a kisser as you are a target for teasing."
"What???" May looked at him with shook in her eyes. 'Of all the downright stubborn and self-centered things to say!' May thought to herself with much agitation.
"Well I mean you mustn't forget there are a few romance scenes in the play. And Ms. Brunette spruced it up a bit so in this play there is more than just that one kiss at the end of the play." May shivered at the thought of them kissing. It just wasn't right!
"Well—I'll let that be decided on practice days and nights! And I just hope YOU'RE a good a kisser as you are a rich—a rich—jerk!" Feeing satisfied with herself she turned and stormed off towards a friendly face.
"Hi Henry!" May greeted cheerfully. The purple haired boy turned to her with a smile.
"Hi May! You gonna try out for Juliet tomorrow?" He asked in his usual cheerful manner. With an equal tone of voice May replied.
"You bet! What about you? Who are you going to audition the part for?"
"I'm just going to go with Lord Montague; father of Romeo."
"Why not Romeo?" May asked curiously.
"Because it's more than obvious the teacher favors' Drew, and he's been given the lead part for every play he's ever auditioned for. This if you count all the plays he's been in for the past two years, would be a total of 21." May's eyes widened in awe of this new found information. 21 was a lot of plays to given the lead play of, especially if this was only your second year at high school. This was May's first year, yet she was in grade 10 like he was; she wasn't here to be in year 9. Ms. Brunette made her grand reappearance and gave the students all permission slips that required parents to permit their children to come to school during the evening for practices, and return home during the night. Once May got one, she left for her next class; assured that the bell was soon to ring.
Chapter 22 - The Suggestion
May is given the part of Juliet. She is both happy and aggrivated since Drew is playing Romeo. During their little sprawl on the stage, Mrs. Brunette suggests something that makes May regret trying out for the play...