Part 2
Okay, if you must know something about me, besides the fact that I hate fainting I really hate surprises, well that and crying. And let me tell you I was surprised, in fact I was beyond surprised I was shocked. By now a crowd of curious on lookers had gathered. I mean it's not everyday a girl faints with a nine year old attached to her.
Another thing about this situation that bothered me was the fact that I'm wearing a miniskirt! Oh god I wonder if any pervert looked up my skirt or if I flashed anyone on the way down. I could feel the blood rush to my cheeks I was so embarrassed.
"Suze, are you okay? Paul asked concerned. "I'm sorry for Jack. You know sometimes he can get over excited. I didn't even know you went to this school. I mean I knew you were in Carmel and I planned on looking you up, but I didn't know you were here at this school this is a total shock. " He was now babbling, which I found cute because well if you knew him you'd know he doesn't babble. He's the serious type. But I could understand how he feels. What's the chance of meeting your ex-girlfriend the first day of school after not seeing her or in my case him for a year? It's not like Carmel has a lot of choices, but still its like fate or something. Did I say fate? I didn't mean it. I mean it's not like Paul and I are destined to be together. Besides I love Jesse. Remember Jesse Suze? The hot Latino guy that used to reside in your bedroom up until your kisses became a little more passionate.
Yep, keep thinking of Jesse and his killer abs and those golden eyes. Just then I looked up into his eyes those deep blue eyes, blue as the ocean only a mile away. Okay, I'm drowning darn it I hate lust. Paul stares at me this time not with a grin but with curiosity. I'm sure he's wondering what I was thinking.
"Ms. Simon if you're through making a spectacle of yourself I suggest you get to class. Your show seems to be keeping these students who must not of hear the first bell." Sister Ernestine said that last part a little loud and the crowd quickly dispersed.
I heard some crude laughter and looked over to see my stupid, and I mean that literally, stepbrother Brad laughing at me. I hear dhim burb " loser", which of course made his posse start laughing. I mean god how can Debbie Mancuso kiss that mouth. Seriously if she knew what he put in it? Yuck, he's a slob.
"Brad you better move because when I get up I'm going to deck you again like the last time." I threatened while Sister Ernestine was out of earshot. She was escorting Jack over to his area of the school. The elementary school was on the other side of campus, along with the middle school. The comment shut him up, but it made Paul laugh. Paul was well aware of my fist of fury. He reached a hand down in an offer to help me up, which I took and he pulled me up with his strong arm. Did I mention he has the body of a Calvin Kline model?
When he pulled me up and pulled me close I felt this volt of electricity run through me. Well it wasn't a real one but that's just the feeling I got. I got it the first time we met too. It sent shivers down my spin. How can I feel this way about two guys? I mean sure ones a ghost, but I can still get reactions from just being near him.
"We better to get going. Wouldn't want the good Sister to have a coronary." He joked with a twinkling in his eyes.
We walked hand in hand toward the breezeway. It just seemed natural. "So how do you like your new family?" He asked as we walked through the crowd of students.
"Well, I get along with them okay except for Brad he's a complete idiot. "
Realization shown on his face as a wide grin started to spread across his face," "That guy back there was your brother?"
"Step-Brother" I corrected him. "Yeah, unfortunately. The only one of the Ackerman boys I really like is David. He's a cool little guy the only one of the brothers with a functional brain. Plus he doesn't piss me off like the other two I mean Jake the oldest one thinks I'm in a gang."
The last statement made him burst out into laughter," You, in a gang. That's so ridicules!"
See that's the thing I like about Paul, he knows me. He really knows me. I can share stuff with him I couldn't with anyone else and I hate to say this even Jesse.
Behind us someone cleared his throat. "Well since Suze isn't going to introduce us anytime soon. I guess it's up to us. I'm Adam McTarvish and this is CeeCee Wells." We stopped and I turned around and looked apologetic at them. I totally forgot they were with us. Paul looked over and saw the embarrassment of my face and introduced himself. "I'm Paul Slater. Suze and I know each other from New York." He shook Adams hand and then CeeCee's.
See looked at both of us and I could tell she was curious, "I see, so how well did you know Ms. Simon?"
Paul actually blushed which I found was incredibly cute," We used to date. It's kind of along story as to how we met." We met because of a ghost that was bother both of us in this museum we both happened to be at in upper Manhattan.
"Suze! You never mentioned you had a boyfriend." She sounded disappointed that I left out this information and I can't say I blame her. I mean friends are supposed to tell about their relationships and all.
"Sorry CeeCee. I was just so wrapped up in the move out here. We broke up because of the long distance thing. I didn't want him to have to wait for me." I explained and unbeknownst to me we had an audience. If I knew this I would of kept my mouth shut.
"This so likes a romance movie or something. It's like fate that's brought you together." Debbie Mancuso commented.
Brad who happened to be by her side opened his big fat mouth and managed to piss me off, "Dude what about that Jesse guy you sneak into your room. Does he know about lover boy here?"
At the mention of Jesse's name my fist came into contact with his gut. Brad should be smart enough to know not to tick me off after living with me for a several months. He doubled over in pain. "Ms. Simon go to the principals office immediately!" One of the novices commanded.
So I left grumbling about how I wouldn't have to use my fist if other people weren't stupid and knew when to keep their big mouth's shut. Paul followed me I could hear him chuckling behind me.
"It's not funny." I whined which is so unlike me.
"Yes, it is." He stated trying to stifle from laughing. In a more serious tone he asked, "Whose Jesse?"
I sighed. We were now at Father Dominic's office. I didn't know how to explain Jesse to Paul. I mean sure he could see the guy but he wouldn't understand. Even though Paul could see ghost it didn't mean he was thrilled about them. He helped some, but he still considered them bothersome.
I didn't bother answering him I just went inside Father D's office and sat down at his desk. "Really Susanah your going to have to show the newer students more school spirit and avoid beating up your brother." He chastised. I could see the disappointment on his face. He had always told me to use my brain instead of my fist to fight my battles. He doesn't think its lady like for me to be getting into brawls.
"Sorry Father but you know how Brad irritates me and he mentioned Jesse's name and that just set me off. I mean how does he know about Jesse? He's not the most intelligent one of the bunch." I rolled my eyes. I just don't see how this is possible.
"Why is Jesse a big secret? And why shouldn't Brad now about him Suze?" Paul asked curiously. I figured by now he figured it out but just wanted to know what I had to say about it. At this moment Jesse decided to materialize by Father D's desk.
"Quederia, what is wrong? I could feel that you were under distress." Jesse asked with concern.
He looked over at Paul wh0 glared at him and I could see the realization dawning on Paul's face. "The guy is a ghost? You replaced me with a ghost?" Paul stated and he sounded disgusted."
"Susannah, what does he mean? And why didn't you mentioned you knew another one like you besides Father Dominic?" Jesse asked he sounded Jealous and angry.
Oh boy I was in really bad trouble. I looked to Jesse and then to Paul and then I looked back to Father Dominic. He looked worried. I guess he was afraid that he was going to have a brawl or something. I decided it was come clean. "Okay guys I can explain. I promise."
"You better start!" They both yelled at the same time.
I just sunk low in the leather chair I was sitting in. What have I gotten myself into?
Okay, if you must know something about me, besides the fact that I hate fainting I really hate surprises, well that and crying. And let me tell you I was surprised, in fact I was beyond surprised I was shocked. By now a crowd of curious on lookers had gathered. I mean it's not everyday a girl faints with a nine year old attached to her.
Another thing about this situation that bothered me was the fact that I'm wearing a miniskirt! Oh god I wonder if any pervert looked up my skirt or if I flashed anyone on the way down. I could feel the blood rush to my cheeks I was so embarrassed.
"Suze, are you okay? Paul asked concerned. "I'm sorry for Jack. You know sometimes he can get over excited. I didn't even know you went to this school. I mean I knew you were in Carmel and I planned on looking you up, but I didn't know you were here at this school this is a total shock. " He was now babbling, which I found cute because well if you knew him you'd know he doesn't babble. He's the serious type. But I could understand how he feels. What's the chance of meeting your ex-girlfriend the first day of school after not seeing her or in my case him for a year? It's not like Carmel has a lot of choices, but still its like fate or something. Did I say fate? I didn't mean it. I mean it's not like Paul and I are destined to be together. Besides I love Jesse. Remember Jesse Suze? The hot Latino guy that used to reside in your bedroom up until your kisses became a little more passionate.
Yep, keep thinking of Jesse and his killer abs and those golden eyes. Just then I looked up into his eyes those deep blue eyes, blue as the ocean only a mile away. Okay, I'm drowning darn it I hate lust. Paul stares at me this time not with a grin but with curiosity. I'm sure he's wondering what I was thinking.
"Ms. Simon if you're through making a spectacle of yourself I suggest you get to class. Your show seems to be keeping these students who must not of hear the first bell." Sister Ernestine said that last part a little loud and the crowd quickly dispersed.
I heard some crude laughter and looked over to see my stupid, and I mean that literally, stepbrother Brad laughing at me. I hear dhim burb " loser", which of course made his posse start laughing. I mean god how can Debbie Mancuso kiss that mouth. Seriously if she knew what he put in it? Yuck, he's a slob.
"Brad you better move because when I get up I'm going to deck you again like the last time." I threatened while Sister Ernestine was out of earshot. She was escorting Jack over to his area of the school. The elementary school was on the other side of campus, along with the middle school. The comment shut him up, but it made Paul laugh. Paul was well aware of my fist of fury. He reached a hand down in an offer to help me up, which I took and he pulled me up with his strong arm. Did I mention he has the body of a Calvin Kline model?
When he pulled me up and pulled me close I felt this volt of electricity run through me. Well it wasn't a real one but that's just the feeling I got. I got it the first time we met too. It sent shivers down my spin. How can I feel this way about two guys? I mean sure ones a ghost, but I can still get reactions from just being near him.
"We better to get going. Wouldn't want the good Sister to have a coronary." He joked with a twinkling in his eyes.
We walked hand in hand toward the breezeway. It just seemed natural. "So how do you like your new family?" He asked as we walked through the crowd of students.
"Well, I get along with them okay except for Brad he's a complete idiot. "
Realization shown on his face as a wide grin started to spread across his face," "That guy back there was your brother?"
"Step-Brother" I corrected him. "Yeah, unfortunately. The only one of the Ackerman boys I really like is David. He's a cool little guy the only one of the brothers with a functional brain. Plus he doesn't piss me off like the other two I mean Jake the oldest one thinks I'm in a gang."
The last statement made him burst out into laughter," You, in a gang. That's so ridicules!"
See that's the thing I like about Paul, he knows me. He really knows me. I can share stuff with him I couldn't with anyone else and I hate to say this even Jesse.
Behind us someone cleared his throat. "Well since Suze isn't going to introduce us anytime soon. I guess it's up to us. I'm Adam McTarvish and this is CeeCee Wells." We stopped and I turned around and looked apologetic at them. I totally forgot they were with us. Paul looked over and saw the embarrassment of my face and introduced himself. "I'm Paul Slater. Suze and I know each other from New York." He shook Adams hand and then CeeCee's.
See looked at both of us and I could tell she was curious, "I see, so how well did you know Ms. Simon?"
Paul actually blushed which I found was incredibly cute," We used to date. It's kind of along story as to how we met." We met because of a ghost that was bother both of us in this museum we both happened to be at in upper Manhattan.
"Suze! You never mentioned you had a boyfriend." She sounded disappointed that I left out this information and I can't say I blame her. I mean friends are supposed to tell about their relationships and all.
"Sorry CeeCee. I was just so wrapped up in the move out here. We broke up because of the long distance thing. I didn't want him to have to wait for me." I explained and unbeknownst to me we had an audience. If I knew this I would of kept my mouth shut.
"This so likes a romance movie or something. It's like fate that's brought you together." Debbie Mancuso commented.
Brad who happened to be by her side opened his big fat mouth and managed to piss me off, "Dude what about that Jesse guy you sneak into your room. Does he know about lover boy here?"
At the mention of Jesse's name my fist came into contact with his gut. Brad should be smart enough to know not to tick me off after living with me for a several months. He doubled over in pain. "Ms. Simon go to the principals office immediately!" One of the novices commanded.
So I left grumbling about how I wouldn't have to use my fist if other people weren't stupid and knew when to keep their big mouth's shut. Paul followed me I could hear him chuckling behind me.
"It's not funny." I whined which is so unlike me.
"Yes, it is." He stated trying to stifle from laughing. In a more serious tone he asked, "Whose Jesse?"
I sighed. We were now at Father Dominic's office. I didn't know how to explain Jesse to Paul. I mean sure he could see the guy but he wouldn't understand. Even though Paul could see ghost it didn't mean he was thrilled about them. He helped some, but he still considered them bothersome.
I didn't bother answering him I just went inside Father D's office and sat down at his desk. "Really Susanah your going to have to show the newer students more school spirit and avoid beating up your brother." He chastised. I could see the disappointment on his face. He had always told me to use my brain instead of my fist to fight my battles. He doesn't think its lady like for me to be getting into brawls.
"Sorry Father but you know how Brad irritates me and he mentioned Jesse's name and that just set me off. I mean how does he know about Jesse? He's not the most intelligent one of the bunch." I rolled my eyes. I just don't see how this is possible.
"Why is Jesse a big secret? And why shouldn't Brad now about him Suze?" Paul asked curiously. I figured by now he figured it out but just wanted to know what I had to say about it. At this moment Jesse decided to materialize by Father D's desk.
"Quederia, what is wrong? I could feel that you were under distress." Jesse asked with concern.
He looked over at Paul wh0 glared at him and I could see the realization dawning on Paul's face. "The guy is a ghost? You replaced me with a ghost?" Paul stated and he sounded disgusted."
"Susannah, what does he mean? And why didn't you mentioned you knew another one like you besides Father Dominic?" Jesse asked he sounded Jealous and angry.
Oh boy I was in really bad trouble. I looked to Jesse and then to Paul and then I looked back to Father Dominic. He looked worried. I guess he was afraid that he was going to have a brawl or something. I decided it was come clean. "Okay guys I can explain. I promise."
"You better start!" They both yelled at the same time.
I just sunk low in the leather chair I was sitting in. What have I gotten myself into?