Next chapter....we're moving on up! ....don't ask...

Don't own HA!....I'm so sick of saying this....

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Arnold...oh Arnold!

Arnold slowly opened his eyes to the face of Lila. Focusing in on her, he managed a smile. Still feeling a bit drowsy, he tried to fully wake himself up.

he smiled, eyelids still half closed.

Why hello sleepy-head, Lila's sing-songy voice said cheerfully. She stood up and gave him one of her most sickenly-sweet smiles. At least that's the way Helga would have put it...although Helga wasn't in the room at that moment. Arnold noticed this and looked around.

What ever are you looking for Arnold? Lila asked, confused.

Oh, nothing, Arnold lied, then changed the subject, What time is it?

It's about 10:11.

In the morning? Wow, I've been sleeping since about 3:00 yesterday! Well anyway, it's great to see you. I heard you came yesterday but I was asleep.

Yes, and I of course didn't want to wake you, Lila said, not meeting his eye. Anyway, me and Rhonda had shopping to do.

Arnold asked, confused, he thought there was a family emergency.

Of course, my wardrobe needed updating and I promised Rhonda that we'd go today, and you know how I always want to keep my word! Lila exclaimed, dignified, You understand, don't you Arnold? She said, leaning in close, a puppy pout on her face.

Um, yeah...of course, Arnold said, forcing a smile. She really didn't want to see me that much? I mean I don't want to be selfish, but I am in the hospital...'

Besides, I had to finish shopping for prom! You will be better before prom comes won't you Arnold? Because you know that you promised to take me, and I can't wait! Lila sighed happily at the thought.

Well, I don't know when I'll be out of here Lila. Most likely not in time for prom.

Well, try to recover soon. Do you know how much a prom dress costs!? I can't just take it back that easily!

Arnold nodded uneasily. Why was she being so selfish? Try to recover as soon as possible? What did that mean? Did a dress mean more to her than him?'

Anyway, Arnold, are you ever so okay? It scared me half to death when I found out you had been hit by a car outside my house! After 911 was called, I had to go lie down because of all the excitment!

Arnold clenched his teeth, for some reason all her ever so's were starting to get on his nerves. He didn't understand why they hadn't before. Was he so blinded with love that he didn't notice? No, it's the medication, it's just you! I wouldn't be so sure about that!' spoke up a voice inside his head.

I'm sorry you were scared, I'm fine now...a little pain- Arnold started.

That's good to here. Well, anyway, I'd better go. I have some things to attend to! Lila chirped as she quickly bent down to kiss Arnold's forehead.

Wait, do you really have to go now? Arnold asked, dissapointed that she had to leave. Or are you reassured?' spoke that annoying voice in his head. Pushing these thoughts from his mind, he watched Lila walk to the door.

Of course silly, anyway, you could use some rest. Don't worry, I'll be back ever-so soon. Ciao! With that, she walked out the door and out of sight.

Arnold sighed and once more, rested his head against the pillow. What was he going to do? Some of the things she said were so...cruel. That was the word. She didn't seem to care that he was hurt and lying in a hospital bed, lucky to be alive. He hated thinking these things but in his heart knew they were true.

Is she gone? Helga whispered suddenly from the cracked door.

Yeah Helga, she's gone. You can come back in, Arnold replied, startled out of his thoughts. He smiled at her as she breathed a sigh of relief and walked into the room. For some reasons, all his worries were gone, Helga was back and he was fine again. Why am I feeling these things!?' he thought again, Well, because you love her of course!' WHAT! LOVE!??!??!??!'

Helga said, waving her hand in front of his face.

Arnold shook the thoughts from his head and looked at Helga, her face filled with concern. What? Sorry...

I said, are you okay? You look weird, a little pale....could I get you anything? she asked, sincerly.

What...oh no, I'm okay! Sorry, just spacing, the medicine still hasn't worn off.

I'll say, you've been sleeping till 3:00pm yesterday! she said, sitting down next to his bed. She leaned over and rested her head on her hands, staring into space.

Helga, can I....can I ask you a question? Arnold asked suddenly.

Helga looked startled, wondering what he wanted to ask....it sounded serious. Um, of course football-head, what about?

Why don't you like Lila?

Helga turned to him, stunned. She never thought he'd ask that question. She'd never even thought of what she would say if he did ask that question. Such a simple string of words. Helga knew Arnold would never know how meaningful and hurtful those words were. So many secrets, so many cover-ups. The fight had been the last straw, but could she actually tell him that? Could she actually reveal everything to him, if she did, it really would be everything.

She realized that he was staring at her, waiting for an answer.

I-I...um...well...it's just that- Helga started but was interrupted by the door opening. She turned around quickly and came face to face with Gerald and Phoebe. The flowers Phoebe had clutched in her hands were almost dropped at the sight of Helga.

Gerald and Pheobe exclaimed at the same time.
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Yes! Somewhat of another cliffie, or wannabe cliffie....whatever. Anyway, tell me whatcha think, I know the chapters are short but it's supposed to be for suspense...so yeah, maybe you'll by that....lol.... ;^)