Good evening! I know, Topher is a dipshit in this. But...that's a part of his personality, in my opinion. I just also wanted to say that I love you guys. Thank you for reading so far. You guys inspire me!

Also, I have to ways to go. Either I can end it after they are in love, or go more into the relationship. You tell me what you want! Xx

Topher sat there, concerned for Sammy. Was she actually serious? Was saying "oh" a stupid thing to do? Oh God, he hoped it was a joke.

But even he wasn't that dense.

He should've said something else. Anything but "oh." That was harsher than laughing at her or just walking away. He just wasn't fully expecting it.

He felt someone kick him in the back. He jumped in pain. "Ow! I don't need arthritis like Chris!" he said indignantly.

"Well, ya didn't have to hurt Samey either, but ya did." Jasmine looked pissed. If she's Sammy's best friend, why does she call her Samey?

"I didn't make her upset! She seemed fine when I talked to her," Topher replied, rubbing his back. Jasmine rolled her eyes.

"You're hopeless, ya know that, mate? Did you not see the pain in her eyes? Who just says 'oh' when someone declares their love?" she answered.

Topher tried to say something, but couldn't think of anything. His shoulders dropped. "I screwed up, didn't I?"

"Uh, yeah." Topher looked down shamefully. Jasmine's eyes softened. "Look, it would've been easier on 'er if ya just explained why ya didn't feel the same way."

"I know I could've if I knew why I didn't feel the same way back! It's just. . .I don't know. . .I've never. . .ya know. . ." He leaned in to whisper to her. "I've never dated before or been in love. I'm not sure, you know?"

Jasmine felt oddly surprised. Topher was attractive-he was no Shawn, but still- he could get a girl if he wanted.

"I've seen the way you act when you're with Samey. I thought you were in love with 'er. I bet ya are." A smile played on her lips. "Ya just need time to think about it."

Topher smiled back awkwardly. "It's doubtful, but I will think. Thanks. . .by the way. . .start calling Samey 'Sammy.' That's what she'd rather hear. " Jasmine nodded as Topher walked off. She knew how he felt about Sammy before he did.

Topher remembered his thoughts on Sammy's flaws. He realized they were stupid.

She can't help being insecure. . .I've seen her confidence shine through. She's shown me. She's just so scared of Amy. . .

God. . .I hate seeing Amy ruin her life. Sammy deserves to be happy. . . Amy needs to stop telling her she's fat. Sammy is skinnier than every other girl here.

Topher walked past the confessional. He heard soft sobs. He knew the source and the cause. His heart twisted and fell into his stomach.

I don't want to hurt her. Why did I hurt her? This isn't the first time either. . . He thought of the scars. I don't like seeing those. I wish I could erase them for her. So she never has to remember them. I want to hug her and make sure she knows I'll always be here.

He sat down. You know, Amy is not prettier than her. What's the beauty mark have to do with much of the looks? Sammy has the sweetest smile ever. Her eyes are wider and kinder. She's beautiful.

Tears were filling his eyes. I'm an idiot. Sammy is perfect. Sammy is very perfect.

He thought about how happy he was when he saw her smiling. How cute her laugh was. He thought about how she opened up to him of all people. How he opened up to her. They understood each other in a deep sense. They understood from just one night's conversation.

"Jasmine's right. . .I love Sammy. . ." Topher whispered, realizing hos past mistakes. Chris's phone went off. "Chris can have this back. I don't care about it anymore." He then realized Chris didn't know he had it, so he let it sit on a rock.

All that mattered to Topher was his determination for Sammy.

"Kinosewak, time to vote for who's going home!"

Topher smirked. He knew who he was voting for.

*Topher in confessional*

"I'm so done with seeing Amy torture my Sam"-coughs-"I mean, Sammy. She can go home."

* Amy in confessional*

"SAMEY IS DEAD! SHE SHOULD NOT BE SURPRISED BY GOING HOME TONIGHT!" -smirks- "Mommy and Daddy are going to kill her for hurting me!"

*Sammy in confessional*

-looks down- "I've screwed up so much here. . .Im voting for myself. I rather be at home hated, than face Topher after that embarrassment. . ."

I hope this was a good chapter! X