Chapter 25

APOV

Yumi had to practically drag me out of bed this morning. Yesterday I was a happy girl who was so much in love I felt like flying, but today I was a depressed mess with a broken heart I didn't think could ever be repaired. I had a very rough night. I cried myself to sleep and who could I possibly dream of besides him? I loved the dream though. In my dream we were together and he was holding me in his arms telling me he loved me and everything was going to be just fine. Then I woke up and cold, harsh, reality was real again. Then I cried all over again until morning. I didn't think I had that many tears within me.

Today we would be going home at 3. I didn't want to go home and I didn't want to stay either. I thought seriously about running away and trying to start a new life with a new name, but I couldn't do that. I had to free my father. He is all I have left. As soon as I free him we'll shut down the supercomputer and I'll talk him into moving far away. Xana could be someone else's problem.

"I'm sorry, Aelita, but I tried calling Ulrich and his phone must be dead or something. I'll try again later," Yumi said coming out of our bathroom.

I gave a pathetic nod and didn't say anything.

"Come on, Aelita. Before you fully believe that Odd is cheating I think you should talk to him."

"Like he would admit it," I said finally sitting up and rubbing my swollen eyes.

She sat on my bed, "I hate seeing you like this. Depression does not suit you. Keep in mind that Sam is conniving and she's liked Odd for a long time. I could see her doing drastic measures to make sure no one else can have him."

"I've thought about that, but she had his phone, Yumi. His phone! How can you explain that?" I asked putting my head in my hands.

"I don't know. But I highly doubt he would just give her his phone. Wait until you know the whole story before jumping to conclusions. Besides you are way more beautiful than Sam.," Yumi said getting up and handing me a pink shirt and a skirt from my bag, "You should go take a nice hot shower. It'll help clear your head and you'll feel better."

I nodded and stood up feeling my head pound with a headache I didn't know I had. I grabbed my clothes and a towel.

"I'll be waiting here until you get out. Odd is already going to be mad at me for Jeremy trying to rape you," said Yumi laying on her bed.

I didn't say anything and went into the bathroom. When the warm water cascaded down my body I felt more relaxed. I couldn't help but think of Odd. All the times he'd saved me on Lyoko, being there for me when Jeremy wasn't, our first kiss in the elevator, when my kiss dexanafied him and he told me he loved me, when we'd fallen asleep together in his room. I blushed at these precious memories. That couldn't have all been fake could it? I sighed then more tears fell from my eyes as Sam's voice rang in my ear, this is Sam, Odd's girlfriend. I felt sick again. However I loved Odd so much that even if he chose Sam over me, I decided not to complain to him about it. I wanted him to be happy even if I wasn't.

Meanwhile:

OPOV

I walked to the lunch room for breakfast frustrated with Ulrich. Aelita was probably trying to call me right now and I didn't have my phone. I couldn't figure out how I lost it. I knew I'd had it the night before.

"Calm down it's just a phone," Ulrich said.

"Normally I could care less about my cheap outdated phone, but that is my only way of contacting Aelita. What if she needs me?" I said worried.

"I'm sure she's fine and having the time of her life riding rollercoasters with Yumi, and she won't let anything happen to her. Not to mention they're coming home today so just think we'll both be with our girls tonight."

I gave a weak smile. I was thrilled she was coming home but I had a feeling something was wrong. I couldn't wait for her to get back.

I walked into the cafeteria and sat at our table with William and the new girl. I couldn't remember her name.

"You're not getting something to eat?" Ulrich asked me shocked.

"I'm not hungry," I said resting my head on the table on my arms.

"That's the first," He said heading to the line to get breakfast.

"Hey, Odd," William greeted. I nodded at him.

"Not eating? That's really weird," he said, "You sick or something?

"Yeah he is sick," said Ulich returning with his food and sitting by me, "Love sick. I had to listen to him last night say her name over and over in his sleep"

"Shut up. You are too," I grumbled.

"Not as bad as you," he chuckled. I blushed and buried my head in my arms.

"Love sick huh?" I heard the new girl say, "With 2 different girls?"

That caught my attention and I looked up at her, "What?"

"Well I saw you with that other girl yesterday. She looked pretty flipped over you," she chuckled.

"Well she's just a friend. Actually more of an acquaintance," I grumbled, "I'm only love sick over Aelita."

She nodded and went back to eating.

"I'm going back to the room to look some more for my phone. I'll see you guys later," I said getting up. I left the cafeteria not in the mood for anyone. I just wanted to talk to Aelita.

"Hey Odd! Me and Tamiya had few questions for you for Kadic News," Milly said running up to me.

"Sorry, Milly. Not in the mood right now. Maybe later ok?"

"But I saw something really strange last night and I wanted to-"

"I said later!" I snapped walking away. I heard her feet running away. I mentally kicked myself. I probably hurt her feelings. Being cut off from Aelita definitely wasn't healthy for me. I sighed with guilt and headed to my dorm.

After failing to find my phone again I decided to take a nap to pass the time. I set the alarm clock for 2:45 since Aelita should be getting back at 3. There was no way I wouldn't be there when she got off the bus. I crawled into my bed and didn't take long for me to doze off.

APOV

"Ready to go Aelita?" Yumi asked picking up her bag, "And don't worry. I talked to Mrs. Hertz and now I'm your new seat partner. So you won't have to sit with Jeremy."

"Thanks. Yes, I'm ready." I said picking up my bag and following her out of our room. We headed for the elevator. I was nervous about heading home. What if what Sam said was true? I knew I'd never love anyone else but Odd. I would just have to live with being his friend. If we could still even be friends.

"Don't worry Aelita," Yumi said putting her hand on my shoulder as we stood in the elevator, "I'm sure this is all one big understanding and you and Odd will be fine."

"I hope," I muttered fighting back tears once again.

The elevator opened and we walked out of the hotel to wait with the other kids to get on the bus. Jeremy was already there. I avoided eye contact with him and stayed close to Yumi. I checked my phone. There was still nothing from Odd.

The time finally came to leave and everyone piled onto the bus. I scooted into the first open seat near the window and Yumi sat next to me. Jeremy sat behind us which made me uncomfortable but I didn't say anything. The bus finally got on its way. I leaned my head against the window. It didn't take long for me to fall asleep. I felt exhausted.

JPOV

I texted Sam and told her to make sure at all costs Odd wasn't waiting at the bus loading area to greet his girlfriend. She replied back that she would and asked what to do with Odd's phone. I thought for a moment. I replied "Keep it until they're broken up for sure. She will think he doesn't care about her at all when she doesn't see him waiting to see her when she gets off the bus."

I got back "Fine. But I have to tell you I don't like this whole scheme. Odd also doesn't like me and I couldn't seduce him like we thought I could. So you owe me your laptop. He is really in love with this chick. If they really are in love I say we should just get out of the way and let them be together."

I clenched my fists. I was so sure Odd didn't really love Aelita and that it was just a crush. I typed back "I don't care if they really are in love or not. His girl belongs with me."

I got back "Fine. Whatever."

SPOV

I put away my cell and headed for Odd's room. I had no idea how I was going to make him busy until past 3 but I had to hold up my part of the deal. Although now I was beginning to think Jeremy was just a jealous creep and I should have never agreed to help him, I wanted his cool laptop. However if Odd figured out I was behind this he might hate me forever.

I tried the door handle to his room. It was unlocked and I figured he was somewhere with Ulrich. I peeked in and froze. Odd was asleep on his bed. The entire room was a mess. Maybe if I was lucky he would just sleep through the bus's arrival. I silently crept over to the clock to make sure no alarms were set. There was one set but I turned it off. Then I silently walked back out and quietly shut the door. I decided to wait in the halls to make sure no one came in and woke him up. I hated to admit it, but I sort of felt sorry for his girl.

Dun dun dun! I admit I hated writing these last few chapters. I would put Oddlita fluff in every chapter but then the story wouldn't be very interesting would it? Will Odd and Aelita make it through this mess? Stay tuned to find out. I think found a song but i'm not sure which couple it should be reminded me of both couples. It's "Don't Ever let it End" by Nickelback. Listen to it and then tell me in reviews which couple it should be for plz :) Also review review review!