Chapter 8

A/N: Well, I don't have much to say… enjoy chapter 8!


The remainder of the summer went by quickly. Ryan and I went sailing and to the beach almost everyday, and it was becoming so routine I was almost happy school was starting the next day.

Lying in bed, my thoughts wandered to the approaching school year. Would things be any different? Of course some things would, mostly that I have at least one friend. My life had changed quite considerably since Ryan came. Normally, I would be dreading the first day, bombarding my mind with worries of who I would eat lunch with and other pointless things, but now, the main thing I'm worrying about is Summer. Would she even talk to me? I mean sure, we hung out a few times over the summer, but I'm sure I'm merely a speck on her radar.

Well, I guess there's no use to dwell on the thought. I might as well try to fall asleep.




"Good morning, Ryan," I greeted cheerfully, "How are you doing on this fine day?"

"You only think it's fine you get to see Summer," Ryan retorted.

"Can't a guy be excited for this first day of school?" I asked.

"Whatever," Ryan said, "By the way, Marissa offered to drive to school, you coming?"

"Count me in," I replied, "I just need to grab a cup of coffee and I'm good to go."

As I was pouring my coffee, the doorbell rang, followed by a, "Seth, come on!"

"Coming," I said, walking to the door, "Hey Marissa, thanks for giving us a ride."

"It's no problem," she said kindly as we walked out.

"So, are we the only ones driving, or do you have to pick up someone else?" I said, hinting.

"No, Seth. Summer isn't coming. Aaron is driving her," Marissa replied.

Aaron. Annoying party guy. "Aaron?" I questioned.

"Yeah, Aaron as in Summer's new boyfriend," she said, simply.

Whoa, whoa, whoa. When did this happen? He seemed just to be one of Summer's one night party guys.

Marissa must have noticed my face drop, "I'm sorry, Seth. I thought you knew."

"Well, seeing I'm not in your social circle, that news doesn't exactly travel to me," I said somewhat bitterly, "But, hey, it's no big deal. It was bound to happen anyways."

They both looked sympathetically at me, and Ryan changed the subject, "So Marissa, let me see your schedule."




First period had been hell. Well, I guess that's what I get for taking AP calculus. It seems to me, that teachers don't believe in summer vacation, seeing as I got about a good three hours of homework. I lethargically walked to my locker. Only, it was easier said than done. A couple was making out directly in front of my locker. Come on people, control your hormones!!

I coughed, trying to get their attention. This wasn't working.

I asked a few more times, politely may I add, but the remained oblivious to all my attempts. Finally, growing impatient, I walked right in between the two and separated them

Now, I wished I hadn't. The make out culprit was Summer.


"Excuse me, what do you think you're doing?" she snapped.

"Summer," I began, "I'm sorry… I didn't mean to ummm interrupt… It's just that I needed to get to my locker and ummm… tha'ts okay, I'll just go," Suddenly, it felt like the room rose a good 50 degrees. What was wrong with me? Sure, I was jealous, but it's not like I've never seen Summer make out with someone. Only now, it made me feel different. It felt like someone ripped out all the hair in my head, or something equally painful.

Summer looked guilty, "Wait, I'm sorry. I didn't know we were blocking you."

I nodded in response and tried to get away as fast as I could.

"Cohen," she yelled, "Aren't you forgetting something?

I stared at her, clueless.

"Your books," Summer stated.

"Oh, right," I said. I walked over to my locker and entered the code.

"So, I'll see you later," Aaron said smoothly.

"You sure will," Summer sweetly replied. Of course, they had to sneak in one more kiss.

My stomach dropped as I got out my books.

I started walking away, but then I changed my mind, "So… Aaron?"

"What about him?" Summer asked, defensively.

"Nothing," I said, "He just doesn't seem like your type."

"Oh really? Well than who is 'my type'?" Summer quipped.

Me. Too bad I don't have the balls to say it, "I don't know, maybe someone who isn't amused by smashing beer cans against his head?"

She shot me a glare, "Whatever, I don't have time for this," and she started walking away.

"I just think you deserve better," I yelled to her retreating back.

She never turned around, but I'm sure she heard me, along with the rest of the people in the hallway..



By lunch, I was exhausted. I couldn't get the image of Summer and Aaron out of my mind. Summer running her fingers through Aaron's hair… Aaron's hand's roaming her body… the kissing… It was all too much.

"Hey Seth," Ryan said, followed by Marissa.

"Hey guys," I said quietly.

"Why are we sitting all the way over here? This is like friggin China!" Marissa said dramatically.

I didn't answer her, but just looked away.

"Oookay," Marissa said while sitting down. "So, how has everyone's day gone so far?"

Ryan groaned, "School here is way harder than it was in Chino. I mean, I actually felt like I was learning."

Marissa smiled and gave Ryan a playful noogie, "Well, genius, that's what school's for."

Ryan laughed in return, "Really, so there is a point in it?" Ryan and Marissa laughed a little longer, finally noticing I didn't join in.

"Seth, is something wrong?" Ryan asked, concerned, "You've been awfully quiet. You're never quiet."

"Nothing's wrong. I'm just really tired," I said.

"Seth, if this is about Summer-" Marissa started.

"It's not about Summer!" I yelled, "God, it's not as if my whole life revolves around her!"

"Calm down," Marissa said, "And I was only going to say that you should move on. Try to find another girl."

Doesn't she know I've tried that? I've been trying every since 3rd grade! But maybe I haven't tried hard enough. I mean, the only other girl I've even come close to liking was Anna. "Sorry for yelling at you Marissa," I apologized, "And yeah, I think you may be right."

A/N: Sorry for the lack of updates. Between two fics (Check out my other fic, Meeting Again, in the Gilmore Girls section) and school, I've been really busy!! Please, please, pretty please, review!!!!

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