"You Don't Want Me" – Part 21

Summary and notes in part 1.

Disclaimer: Do NOT own Degrassi!

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They were supposed to be reading their textbooks, but their teacher had stepped out into the hall.

"Fiona!" Holly J grinned at her best friend.

"Yes?" Fiona said in a drawn out, exaggerated tone. She was pretty happy. Yesterday at the Dot was awesome. She was happy to finally have freedom to do whatever she wanted after school and now Adam could join her! She had already picked out movies for them to watch at the condo this week. She was in process of lining up some for next week as well.

"Have you seen the latest Anti- Grapevine post?" Holly J inquired.

Fiona rolled her eyes at the mention of the blog. "You know I haven't. Just tell me."

"Come with me to the media lab after this class!" her friend begged. Fiona groaned. "I promise it'll be worth it."

Fiona sighed. "Whatever."

Holly J clapped her hands together just as the teacher returned.

After class the two girls made a bee line for the lab.

Holly J sat down and quickly pulled up the site. "Okay, so I feel really bad about last time. What Chantay wrote was pretty crappy," she acknowledged.

"Yes, it was," Fiona agreed.

"But, I think this makes up for things!" she smiled excitedly. Fiona frowned as she moved to read the screen.

Real Love? (My Bad)

Hello girls and boys of Degrassi. First I want to mention, even Gossip Queens occasionally get bad information. We do our best to check out sources, but if someone is determined to present a story contrary to the truth it takes time for the real story to emerge. So, my bad on this one.

Moving right along, last week we were presented with a story so incredulous that our rational mind immediately categorized it as fiction. However, sometimes truth is stranger than fiction. Definitely in this case. I think we all know who I'm referring to, so I won't name names (this will save wonders on my legal fees). Let's just say I got an eyeful at the Dot yesterday and I no longer think the kiss that landed them in detention was staged.

In the interest of a fresh start, I'm going with new nicknames: Miss Privileged and So Confused. Anyway, there were other witnesses to this new development. Their friends Emo Guy and Church Girl. The Football Lovers. Even Teen Jock Dad (formerly Young Hot Jock)!

I for one can't wait to see what drama unfolds around these two crazy kids. What do you think?

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Fiona looked at Holly J. "How does this make things better?"

Holly J gaped at her. "She admitted she was wrong! She even called out whoever fed her lies. And she updated your nicknames."

Fiona frowned. "This posting is extremely patronizing to our relationship. And Adam isn't confused; he's transgendered. He's always known who he is."

Holly J paused, taking time to choose her words delicately. "I agree with you completely. But this is high school. Most students are extremely insecure and close-minded. It takes time for them to understand. What's remarkable is that gossipers don't usually do a mea culpa! This is a good thing, Fi!"

Fiona sighed. "I'm sorry if I can't muster the same enthusiasm that you have for this." She then stood up. "If you'd excuse me, I have to get to lunch."

Holly J furrowed her brows as she watched her best friend go. She had hoped this would cheer her up, not bring her down. Holly J knew all about the taunts and comments Fiona and Adam endured this past week. Since her confrontation with Bianca, Holly J noticed things were looking up. Wasn't this article an indication that they were winning the war?

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Eli had a pensive look on his face as he listened to the rest of Adam's story.

"The drive here was so silent and tense. I'm just sick of feeling like no matter what I do I'm a disappointment to her," his friend continued.

"That sucks man," Eli sympathized. "You're certainly not a disappointment. You're one of the best guys I know," he added honestly.

Adam cracked a small smile. "Thanks. I just wish my mom could see it that way."

Eli nodded, not sure what to say. Adam's mom was a pill. He placed his hands in his pockets as they continued walking to cafeteria at a leisurely pace. It gave them time to talk about this alone. Lunch was a happy time and neither wanted to continue this discussion with their girlfriends present.

After a moment he said, "Hey, two more years, right?"

Adam chuckled, "Yeah."

"Then you can move out and transition into a 'real boy'," Eli teased.

Adam gave him a look. In truth, he couldn't wait until he was 18. He would finally be a legal adult and could move forward with his life as the man he was meant to be.

They approached the entrance of the lunch room. "Alright, I'm going to catch up with Clare. See you inside!" Eli said as he and Adam parted ways. As usual his friend was waiting for Fiona.

Eli grabbed some food from the lunch line and headed to their usual table. He was surprised to see Clare talking with Alli. While she was his girlfriend's best friend they usually ate lunch with different groups of friends. Seeing that they were deep in conversation he slowed his approach.

"And how did you find this out?" he overheard Clare ask her friend.

Alli had a slightly pained expression on her face. "People are starting to talk about it. I'm sorry. I like Fiona too and I think this really sucks."

Eli was becoming concerned because Clare looked really upset.

"I can try to do damage control," Alli offered. "Maybe spread the word it's a lie?"

Clare shook her head. "It's too late for that."

Eli decided to finally step in. "Too late for what?" he asked confused.

Alli and Clare looked up startled. They glanced at Eli and then shared a look.

"I should go." Alli stood up. "Let me know if there's anything I can do to help." She glanced at Eli again before walking away.

He placed his tray on the table and took a seat next to Clare. "What's going on?"

His question hung in the air for several moments. He was about to ask again when she finally she turned to him.

"Why can't things ever stay simple?" she sighed.

He gave her a quizzical look. He gently took her hands in his. "Tell me what's wrong."

"People know… about Fiona's past."

It took a few seconds for the sentence to click in his mind. "You mean, about the trial? Her ex?" he questioned alarmed.

Clare nodded.

Eli felt bad. Going through it the first time was traumatic. Reliving the abuse during the trial was also no picnic. And now Fiona would have to deal with everyone here finding out about it. She was going to feel victimized by it all over again. Why was this coming up now?

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tbc

A/N: I couldn't have Chantay update her blog that quick ;-) Hope you guys enjoyed this chapter! I should have the next chapter up over the weekend!

Woo hoo! New Degrassi tomorrow! So looking forward to more Fadam scenes :D