Part 53

Steph left Eddie promising that she would help Eddie; but how surely I can't agree to what he is asking of me, perhaps Matt would have a good idea as how best to tackle the situation.

Steph noticed the other members of staff turn to face her as she graced them with her presence; I wonder why they are all looking at me strangely perhaps I will get more sense out of Matt. When Steph had located Matt she made strides towards him, "Watch out Mr. Lawson doesn't get jealous as you all claim that he prefers the illustrious leader" Grantly mumbled into her ear as she passed him which caused Steph to portray a confused expression; what is that suppose to mean?

Rachel took a deep breath and prepared herself for the confrontation which she may encounter when she entered the house. I just hope that Eddie doesn't make it too awkward; if he is here because I didn't want to fall out with him as it was and it won't improve the situation if we aren't talking to one another. I can't decide whether I want him to have told anyone else because ideally I would prefer to do it because then I will be able to explain my decision without it including Eddie's biased views but at the same time I don't know whether I will be able to pretend to be happy about the decision again because I must have done a good job already; to convince Eddie that it was what I actually wanted; but then I was always good at hiding my emotions and closing my feelings off from the rest of the world.

Rachel hand gripped the car handle and involuntary pulled as though a force was dragging her inside. Looks as though I had better get used to the idea of going inside the house and get into the celebratory mood because after all today isn't about me or even Eddie for that matter but it is about Tom and Davina; a couple who I know will be really happy with one another; even if I'm not here to witness it.

"Well you're a dark horse aren't you?" Matt asked when she reached him which only served to add to the confused expression; "I'm sorry I have no idea what you are talking about" Steph replied no getting quite annoyed at the cryptic clues that the rest of the staff were providing her with. If they have dot something to say why don't they just come out and say it, I think I'm strong enough to take it.

"Well you and Eddie; I'm pleased for the pair of you" Matt exclaimed surprised as he couldn't believe that Steph was trying to deny it despite all the 'evidence' that he had witnessed she was still trying to deny it. She must think that I'm stupid!

"Matt what are you talking about there is nothing happening between me and Eddie" Steph replied as she was dumbfounded at her friend's recent suggestion. Surely he must be joking but I'm not going to fall for it.

"Oh poor you, don't worry I will have a word with him and I will fix you two up soon. I will make him regret turning you down" Matt replied with compassion in his voice for his friend.

"Matt what are you talking about, he hasn't rejected me because I haven't asked him" Steph replied now understanding that Matt wasn't joking about this and was starting to question whether her friend knew her at all.

"Oh…but you are asking him" Matt asked as the alcohol that was circling his body was confusing his train of thought.

"NO Matt I'm not but I have got something to tell you" Steph replied now getting considerably annoyed with Matt. Why would I want to start a relationship with Eddie…I guess he isn't that bad but it is clear that his heart belongs to Rachel. Matt tried to disguise the interested expression that was etched on his face when Steph said 'how she had something to tell him' but failed miserably therefore Steph said, "Before you suggest it I'm not pregnant". The interested expression on Matt's face disappeared and he seemed genuine concerned about the news that his friend was going to relay from Eddie.

Rachel knocked on the door and waited patiently for it to be opened; despite every synapse in her body trying to pull her back to the comfort of her car and keep driving she knew that it wasn't fair; not to Tom, Davina, Eddie or even herself…but why should I matter I will get everything that I deserve, because it's not unusual for me to be left broken hearted is it.

"Hi Rachel, come in" Davina said as she opened the door to reveal a nervous looking Rachel on the door-step. Well obviously she doesn't know about me leaving then. Perhaps Eddie isn't here.

"Well what are we going to do about it then?" Matt asked as he nor Steph wanted Rachel to leave the school as they knew the positive impact that she had placed upon it. I actually think I prefer Matt's suggestion of Eddie asking me to marry him. I still have no idea how he came to that conclusion; perhaps I won't ever know.