Erica was hardly talking and totally depressed. "I don't want to talk about it."
"What happened?" asked Davey.
"We were doing this performance project in English and it was really fun and going so well. Remind you that I go out with J.T. So my partner was my crush, but it was a little crush, and he knew I was smittens for him. So, we were doing this performance project and the next thing you know, he kisses me. And now J.T. is thinking about breaking up with me."
"SO much for not talking about it." mumbled Stephen
"Guys suck. Can we just rehearse?" asked Theodora
"Yeah." Said Erica. "Let's start with Uhm… just play something… I'll know the words."
"While you've been at work. We've been working on a Strokes song. It's a slow song." Said Davey
"Please don't let it be 'Under Control'."
"It's 'Trying Your Luck' calm down. I wouldn't torture you." Said Michael, trying to cheer Erica up.
"Just play it… Please." Said Erica.
They were rehearsing once again at Exotic Rose, Liberty was there doing her homework. They were rehearsing some of their songs and the covers they were planning to do at Exotic Rose. So, while they were doing their cover of 'Trying Your Luck', J.T. walked in and sat next to Liberty at the table she was sitting at.
"Hey, J.T. What's Up?" asked Liberty.
"Nothing. I have to talk to Erica." Replied J.T.
"Is it good news?"
"Not really."
"Ouch"
"It's going to be hard."
"She's gonna flip out on you."
When Darts Of Pleasure finish doing 'Storms Disaster' and 'Trying You Luck'. Erica stares at J.T. with sad eyes. She sings into the mic, "Why the hell are you here J.T.?"
"We… need… to talk." Replied J.T.
"Nothing good ever comes after 'we need to talk' so just say in front of everyone."
"I think… Can we talk alone?"
"No. Say it in front of everyone. If your going to break up with me. Do it now then leave. I need to rehearse."
"I think we should take time off to see where we stand."
"C'mon, J.T. You can do better than that. You want to break-up with me because of my crush on Jay. But it's not a serious crush. Sure, we can take time off. But don't be surprised if I get over you quickly. Don't be surprised if you see me with someone else while we're 'taking time off'. Thanks a lot J.T. I thought you loved me." She jumps off stage and pushes him. "Remember, on our two month anniversary, when you said you loved me. That we were meant to be together." She pushes him again. "Then I gave you head!" she pushes him one more time before Davey and Michael hold her back. "And what the fuck do I get? 'I think we should take some time off to see where we stand'. Give me the ring I gave you."
"Erica… Please. If we can just talk alone." Pleaded J.T.
"No. You should have thought about talking alone before you came to my 2nd job to break up with me. Just leave, you can give me the ring back later."
"Dude, just leave. Please." Said Michael.
"Fine. Erica, I'll call you." Said J.T.
"I won't answer. I'll be too busy cutting myself, thank you, have a nice day."
J.T. leaves and Erica puts on a fake smile. The band looks at her with common concern of curiosity. Not everybody knows that she use to cut herself. But, she said that last statement with such power that they took her seriously.
"Are you going to be okay?" asked Theodora.
"Yeah. Promise." Replied Erica.
"I don't think you are. Let me walk you home. Please." Said Michael. "You're not in good state right now."
"Yeah, you need to go home and relax." Said Stephen. "We'll pick u where we left off tomorrow."
"You sure? We should practice as much as possible for our first gig." Said Erica
"We'll practice. But today was just too much for you. Just practice your singing and we'll practice our instruments, and it'll all clash, okay?"
"Thank you so much. Are you still going to walk me home Michael?"
"Yeah, of course."
Michael walked Erica home. But talk was very limited. Erica was too depressed to talk, and Michael understood that she didn't want to talk. She never thought that the love of her life would break-up with her for a stupid reason. She thought her and J.T. were going to last for a long time. Now, you might be thinking that Erica is making a big deal out of a 3-month relationship. But need I remind you that J.T. broke up with her a week or so after she gave him head, so she's feeling a bit used and that J.T. was her first boyfriend. When her and Michael arrive to her house, she does invite him in to her alcove. Her dad gets home at 2 o' clock in the morning so she's basically home alone. They both sit on the couch after Erica turns on her Berlin cd.
"DO we have to listen to this?" asked Michael.
"I'm sorry which one of us was just dumped in front of the band?" asked Erica.
"Do you want to talk about it?"
"You mean, do you want me to make a statement which turns into a make-out session?"
"I wouldn't mind that. But you said something about cutting yourself earlier. And I was just concerned."
"Yeah and?"
"Well, I don't see any cuts on your arms, so I don't think you actually did it before."
"Can I change real quick?"
"Sure…"
Erica quickly changes into a skirt and rubs lotion on her legs. "I'm going to show you something that's a bit shocking."
"A girls underwear is not shocking." Said Michael jokingly.
"I'm serious." She lifts up her skirt high enough to show her hip, which there is all these marks from where she use to cut herself. "I cut my hip because the arm was too obvious, and always exposed. My hip was always covered so I thought no one would ever find out. Until my dad noticed that his razor was missing… Then his letter opener… Then his cutting knife, which he always uses." She lowers her skirt. "He found them under my pillow and noticed a towel with blood on it. He connected the dots. We talked and he took me to this therapy session in New York. I'm better now, haven't cut myself since."
"I don't know what to say."
"There is nothing to say, Michael... I think I'm setting myself up."
"Why?"
"I'm alone, in an alcove, with the boy that I've been thinking about since he moved next door. The song that turns me on is playing and the fact that I really need someone to love me..." Said Erica. She sits on his lap, facing him,like she did to J.T that one night. "My dad doesn't get home until 2 o' clock in the morning. What do you want to do?"
"What are you willing to do?"
"Almost anything, if you weren't dating Ashley."
Speaking of, Ashley and Ellie were at Ashley's house hanging out watching movies. Toby comes downstairs and says hi to Ellie politely. Their parents are out of town for a few days for their vacation. So they're trying not to do anything bad. Toby starts sitting next to Ashley and telling her about what happened during English and how J.T. broke up with Erica at band practice and how Erica totally flipped out on him. Toby only knows all of this now because J.T. just called him and told him everything that happened. "I can't believe J.T did that. I don't blame Erica for reacting like she did." Said Ashley. "I would hate for Michael to break-up with me in front of my band also." They just sit there and start talking.
Since Manny and Sean have been dating. Manny has been over Sean's house a lot. Since he lives home alone and all. Manny really likes Sean, and Sean doesn't seem to be rushing her into anything. He just likes chilling with her and kissing her occasionally. Nothing ever gets too intense between them. They haven't made their relationship public yet. But Manny's close friends know that her and Sean are dating. I think they're somewhat cute together.
Toby and Liberty are having so much fun together. They go to science museums and cd stores and watch Darts of Pleasure, Hell Hath No Fury, and The Squatch rehearse at Exotic Rose all the time. They seem to highly enjoy one another's company. They even study together before tests and such.
Marco and Dylan always go to clubs and always have inconstant make-out sessions. They are so cute together. Marco's mom knows that he's gay and happily dating Dylan. But his papa doesn't know that yet. They have such a good time together that they don't even notice the dirty looks they get from homophobes.
Chris and Emma broke up. They just were heading down different roads and thought it was best for them. They're good friends now.
Spinner and Paige are still together. Even though Paige is totally on Erica's shit list. But Spinner can see that it's reasonably that she rammed his car into the guy that raped her's car. He just wished that it wasn't his. But it's cool with him. Spinner will just make Paige pay for half of the money to fix-up his car.
Ellie and Davey are having a keen time. They have great conversation and great taste in music. They never seem to run out of things to talk about. And they like to go to art conventions and even go shopping for bands t-shirts. They just like to have a good time together. They sometimes go for car rides to the beach before the sun sets, and listen to Gorillaz 'Starshine' and make-out.
Yes, my friends. Romance is in the air. Almost everybody at Degrassi High has a significant other. Who's the hottest couple? You may think, the 'couple' that's making out right now. Tune in to the next part, folks.
Part 50- We left of with me, telling you the couples of Degrassi. But we also left off with Erica sitting on Michael's lap, alone, in Erica's alcove. Listening to Berlin.
"Hi, Michael." Said Erica.
"Hello, Erica… How are you doing." Replied Michael
"Can we cut the small talk?"
"You want me to kiss you, don't you?"
"Yes, please."
"Such a naughty girl."
"You're the one cheating on your girlfriend."
"Ssssh…" Michael kisses Erica. IT was all calm for a moment. Then like that (snaps fingers) it got intense. Michael's hand was up Erica's skirt, rubbing her scarred hip. Erica fingers were running through Michael's hair. When Michael starts to kiss Erica's neck. She says. "I like you a lot, Michael. You can't hurt Ashley this way."
"I understand."
Yeah, they kiss some more, until the phone rang. Erica answered it just incase it was her dad. But it was Emma.
"Talk to me." Erica said while answering the phone.
"Hey. Liberty told me what happened. I'm so sorry."
"Really? J.T. told me that you told him that I had a crush on Jay. Thanks to you. He dumped me. Is that how GREAT of a friend you are?"
"I thought that J.T. should know. I'm sorry. If I knew he was going to dump you. I wouldn't have told him."
"Yeah. We'll talk tomorrow. I'm busy."
"Bye."
"Ta ta, sweetness."
"Was that Emma?" asked Michael
"Yeah. Damn whore." Said Erica. "Cuddle with me."
"And what are we going to do while we cuddle, Miss. America?" he smirked
"Eww. Don't call me that. And we are going to talk. Or we can go upstairs into my room."
"Let's go to your room."
Part 51Erica's bottom bunk is a historical landmark of losing virginity's. Yeah. I said it. Michael and Erica totally had sex. It was sympathy sex. Erica was depressed and needed someone to love her. So Michael was willing to love her, and had a condom with him at the time. But Erica totally led Michael to screwing her. They were making-out again, and she unzipped his pants and asked if he wanted to… you know. He said he if she wanted to. SO they did. In Erica's bed. They screwed… In Erica's bed. Passionately made-out. Then orgasmically fucked. Erica thought it was cute(hahahaha, that's so funny...). Before Michael left, he gave her his hoodie.
"Thank you, Michael."
"Your welcome, Erica."
"Before you leave. Can I ask you something?"
"Yes."
"You're not going to ignore me tomorrow, are you?"
"Of course not."
"Or brag to your friends."
"I'll try not to."
"Thanks again."
"Your welcome again."
"Goodnight Michael."
"Goodnight Erica."
Michael went home and Theodora totally hounded him for details.
"You just came home from Erica's didn't you?" she asked.
"Yes, Theodora. I did."
"You guys totally made-out, didn't you?"
"It was a sympathy make-out session. She needed someone there and I just happened to be there."
"I think more happened."
"It's none of your business what else happened."
"I know. But you're dating Ashley. That's naughty and very two-time worthy."
"I've been thinking about breaking up with Ashley anyways.. I'll probably go out with Erica. The guys have been harassinging me about dating her. They know that I like her alot."
"And she like's you alot also. She was just, so in-love with J.T." said Theodora. "I think she still loves him"
"You know nothing." said Michael. "I'm going to bed."
"Goodnight Sir Virginity Taker."
"Fuck You."
Everyone in Degrassi is totally sleeping right now. Erica slept pretty well. Maybe it's because she used up all her energy in fucking Michael.
J.T. can hardly sleep, it's because he feels really bad for breaking up with Erica for something someone else told him. Sure, Erica admitted that she had a crush on Jay, but at lease she was honest with him instead of denying it. He still does love Erica... But does Erica love him? Who knows? There's so much drama that no one can catch-up with it.
J.T. wakes up early, get's ready, and walk to Erica's house. He wants them to talk. He's realized that he's made a mistake and wants to fix it. Erica walks out her front door in her bell bottoms and a strappy polka dot tank top. She sees J.T.
"You broke up with me. Isn't it my job to play to desperate stalker?"
"It's winter. Aren't you cold?"
"I'm using the cold to numb the pain that you caused." said Erica in a bitter tone.
"You want to wear my jacket?"
"No. I'm also using the cold to kill myself slowly."
"Erica, this is not like you. You're usually happy."
"If someone wouldn't have caused me to be depressed, you would be seeing the happy Erica."
"Erica, I'm really sorry. Understand that. That's the only reason why I'm bothering you now. To apologize and talk. I made a mistake yesterday when I said I wanted to take time off. And I want to correct it."
Erica stopped walking. "You mean... Go back out together?"
"Yeah."
Erica thinks back to when she told Michael that she loved him before she had an orgasm. "I'm sorry... It's just too late."
"What do you mean? I love you, Erica. I made a mistake."
"Yes, yes you did." tears swelled up in her eyes.
Michael and Theodora were driving to school and they were supposed to pick up Ashley. But Ashley decided she would get a ride with Paige even though she's still antsy about losing the case. Because when Ashley called last night to say goodnight to Michael. Michael broke-up with Ashley. He told her that he had done an awful thing and that he didn't deserve her. When Ashley asked what he did. He told her that he cheated on her. She just said "You bastard" and slammed the phone down.
"Finally got your car fixed, huh Spinner?" said Jimmy.
"Yeah. It took me two school days to get it fixed. Erica gave me some of her paycheck. Paige paid me half to fix it. I'm not going to hold it against her." replied Spinner.
"Whoa, whoa, whoa. This doesn't sound like the Spinner I know. The Spinner I know would make Paige his personal slavey girl." said Marco.
"Marco has a point." said Craig.
"So, are you and Ashley cool yet?" asked Spinner, changing the subject.
"I don't know. Why?"
"She's fighting with Michael right now. This might be your chance."
They check out Michael and Ashley's brief argument.
"Ashley, we went to pick you up at your house and you weren't there. Your mom said you caught a ride with Paige and Dylan." said Michael.
"Yeah. I didn't want to sit in the same car as you."
"No need to be harsh. I said I was sorry."
"Sorry doesn't cover you cheating on me... With Erica."
"What? How did you know?"
"Remember, at the party? When I said 'at least he's never cheated on me' referring to you. And Erica was like, laughing. I connected the dots. So you look for your little two-timing partner and go out with her." Ashley walked away. Craig rushed away from his friends and tried to catch up with Ashley. But he was too late; she already reached the girl's washroom. Probably to cry again.
When Erica and J.T. arrived at the school. Emma rushed up to them.
"You guys made-up?" she asked hopefully.
"He tried, and failed." replied Erica, shivering.
"Aren't you cold?" asked Emma.
"I already asked her that. She's not going to take a jacket." said J.T.
"Erica, I'm sorry that I caused so much trouble. I know that J.T. wants to go back out with you. Can you at least think about it?" said Emma.
Erica stared at J.T once more. "It's not likely. I'm sorry." She walked away and literally bumped in to Michael. "Oh, hey."
"Hey, doll face. Aren't you cold?"
"Totally. I'm numbing the pain that J.T. caused."
"Erica, please put on something. I care about you. Where's the hoodie I gave you last night?"
"On my computer chair."
"Well, you need to put on something because your cleavage is turning me on."
She smiled. "Even an asshole after he gets laid for the first time."
"It's male tradition." he joked back. "I got a shirt for you in my locker."
"'Kay. Can I hold your hand?"
"Yes, you may." He grabs her hand and they are on their to Michael's locker.
Part 52
Paige and Hazel have been getting along lately, even though they kicked her out of the band for Alex. Even though Alex doesn't get along with everyone in the band, she feels that something good will come out of this. She's most getting along with Ashley because Ashley agrees with Alex's creative ideas for the band. Alex suggested that they go for an emo-punk sound. Ellie likes the sound of this, because it gives them songs to write about from actual experiences. Ashley likes this also.
Manny has basically abandoned Hazel because Manny goes out with Sean now and they've been spending alot of time together. Most of the school knows this by now, because the chemistry is there and obvious. They don't even care. They really connect, and they appreciate each other's company. They were in English when they saw Erica and Michael walk in together holding hands still. Erica was wearing Michaels long sleeve Element shirt.
"Isn't Erica dating J.T.?" asked Manny.
"Maybe they broke up." said Sean simply.
"That sucks. Maybe it's because of that Jay situation yesterday."
"Yeah. J.T's stupid, he made such a bad decision. His only girlfriend that he's ever had in high school, and he fucked it up letting Emma get into his head."
"What do you mean?"
"Emma's been telling J.T. about Erica liking Jay and such. Emma sabotaged their relationship."
"Really? Erica must be pissed at Emma."
"Who knows? But... isn't Michael dating Ashley?"
"They broke-up, I saw them fighting this morning."
"Oh.. They weren't that good of a couple anyway."
Manny smiled. "But we are."
"Come over tonight. I want to make you dinner."
"Really? Aww, that's so sweet." she gives him a kiss on the lips and Ms. Kwan comes in and everyone sits down and listens to what she has to say. "Since we are done with the theatrics of this marking period, now it's time for the book report. Now, I have two books you guys can choose from. The one you choose, you have to read in 2 and a half weeks. Then you have a write a 2 and half page book report about it. Does everyone understand"
The class nodded. Ms. Kwan continued. " The two books are suspense-slash-horror, and are by the same author. The author is Christopher Pike, and the books you will be reading by him are called 'The Wicked Heart' and 'Master of Murder'. Without knowing what these stories might be about. Choose one off this table. Once you choose it, you are married to it and you cannot get a divorce. Choose a book now and go back to your seats."
Everyone got up and chose a book. J.T. passed Erica a note. Ah, the desperate love note, thought Erica. She chose her book and sat at her seat next to Michael. The note said:
Erica,
I'm sorry for all the damage that I've caused. I've made a mistake; I shouldn't have let Emma get to my head. I want us to be together again. We had such a great time together, and you know it. I'm not just referring to the three-month anniversary thing. Look back on the past three months and you'll know we had a good time. We are meant for each other. I couldn't sleep last night, I was thinking about what you said yesterday. Then, when I saw you walking away with Michael, holding his hand, my heart dropped. I have never felt this way for anyone. And probably never will. Please give me another chance.
One more thing. Happy birthday, Erica.
Love always,
J.T.
Erica smiled at this note. For it was a reminder that it was her birthday. She turned to J.T. and smiled. "Thanks" she mouthed to him. Then she thought, "Doesn't mean we'll be getting back together anytime soon." Indeed, today was her birthday. She had her gig at Exotic Rose tomorrow night and she gets to party tonight. Then has to go to Saturday school. Boy, she just cannot wait for that. J.T. smiled back at her. Thinking that maybe that note was the key to re-opening the door to their relationship. But you never with a person named America.
Erica turned to Michael and said. "Today's my birthday. You gave me a wonderful present last night. But I do expect you to buy me something. Something keen."
"So you want a knife? I don't think that's the best gift I can give you."
"I didn't mean keen like that. I meant keen as in cool."
"I'll put the knife in the freezer first. How about that?"
Erica smiled. "You're not funny."
"Yes I am, that's why you are smiling. Don't worry, I'll get you something."
When Ashley finally came out of the bathroom. She ran right into Craig who was coming back from taking the attendance down. He could see that Ashley looked a wreck and had been crying for the past 15 minutes.
"What's wrong, Ashley?" asked Craig.
"Why? Why do guys always cheat on me? Especially with someone younger than me? Am I not good enough for you?"
"Remind you that you broke up with me. You got bored with me. You dumped me for Michael."
"Craig, can I remind you that you cheated on me with Manny, numerous of times. You were being a two-timer."
"I don't know what I was thinking then. We should really talk about this more. I'll take you out to The Dot. You can order anything you want. I'll pay. WE can talk about what went wrong for both of your relationships. I want to help an old friend out."
"You sure?"
"Positive."
"Alright. Look for me after school."
A familiar face walks onto school grounds. This familiar face has glasses. This familiar face has black hair. This familiar face had to leave for a while last year. This familiar face is Rick. Yes, Rick is back. He's been to anger management. He's even been to the hospital when Terri was in a coma. Rick is gentler now. He feels that he shouldn't let violence solve his problems. He is more peaceful now. But will Degrassi believe him? Will they even accept him? Rick smiles at this school. Thinking that it's never changed. When he walked in. The first person he saw was Terri McGreggor, herself.
"Rick, what are you doing here?" asked Terri.
"Re-instating back into school. Still a sophomore. Not like you. I bet you're a junior."
"Yeah. I am."
"Look, Terri, I am sorry for what I did to you. I don't know if you know this. But I visit you every Wednesday when you were in the hospital."
"I know. I saw the roses you left me. With the 'I'm sorry' cards. I understand that you're sorry Rick. But I think it'll be better if we stayed away from each other."
"If that's how you want it to be,Terri. I'm only agreeing to this because I love you."
"I wish I could say the same for you." said Terri as she was walking away.
Part 53"Oh, happy birthday to me. It's my motherfucking birthday." said Erica. SHe was walking down the hall with Michael holding his hand still. SHe found holding Michaels hand comforting.
"My little birthday girlfriend."
"Huh?"
"I didn't stutter."
"I know, but I didn't know we were going out." said Erica confused. "But I don't mind if we do. I just didn't know that we made anything official."
"Would you like me to comeover tonight?"
"Yes, I would. But don't expect anything to happen. I want to watch Donnie Darko. My dad gets home late, tonight. So I'll invite a few friends. Y'know, the band and such."
"Want me to spread the word?"
"I wouldn't I were you. This is my class. See you later." She gave him a kiss and walked in her class.
J.T. saw this kiss too. He walked up to Erica. "What the hell was that?"
"A kiss, I believe." replied Erica. "Remember that you broke up with me. Thanks for remebering my birthday by the way. You can comeover tonight, if you want. We'll be watching Donnie Darko and hanging out."
J.T. stared at Erica in bewilderment. "I might consider it."
"Suit yourself." Erica sat down in her seat and started to read the book that she chose in English class. Manny sat next to Erica.
"Hey." said Manny.
"What?"
"We're cool now. I'm over the past. Anyway, I'm sorry about you and J.T."
"I'm not. He made a mistake. He won't be able to fix it because I'm dating Michael now. I heard you were dating Sean. How's that going?"
"It's going great. He's the sweetest... Emma, she's the one who told Jay. I think she fucked up you and J.T.'s relationship."
"I already know this. ANd I am keeping my distance from Jay, Emma, and j.T. I'm done tlaking about this now."
"I'm coming to your guys' gig tomorrow. What's your bands name?" asked Manny
"Darts of Pleasure." said Erica.
"I thought you said it was the Automatics?"
"It was the Automatics. We changed it just in case Dean wanted to sue for credit or something. Since they kicked him out the band and all. SO now we are Darts of Pleasure. Sounds alot better than the Automatics anyway."
Manny nodded and the bell rang. Erica got back to her book and was questioning herself on why Manny decided to befriend her all of a sudden. Erica started reading her book and humming along to her bands 'Storms Disaster'. Mr. Armstrong stopped talking and said. "Excuse me, Miss. America, am I interrupting your reading and your little song back there?"
Erica looked at Mr. Armstrong with her worst look. "I could say that you are. But that would be very disrespectful of me. So I'll put my book away and stop humming. SO i can listen in on the convo you're having with the class."
"Thank you. As I was saying..."
J.T. turns to Erica and says. "What's gotten into you?"
"If I tell you, it'll break your heart." said Erica.
Blah blah blah... When school is over, Erica catches a ride with Theodora and Michael to her house. Where she tears it apart so she could find her Donnie Darko movie. She realizes she can't find it, then realizes that her dad left her 100 dollars. He left a note, "Happy Birthday, beautiful disaster. Here's some money for your birthday and the weekend. Won't be back until Tuesday. Dad oxo"
Amazing, she thought, dad's not going to be home and he said nothing about not being allowed to have a party. Then she looked at her computer. and in big bold, underline, italic, yellow letters it said: "Do Not Have A Party. Love, Dad (once again)". Erica couldn't help but laugh. Because technically she's not having a party, she's having a get together. She's feeling pretty genius right now. And besides, it's a school night. She'll save the party for this weekend.
Erica ran next door to Michaels house and asked Theodora if she could give her a ride to the mall so she could buy the Donnie Darko DVD. Theodora agreed and told Michael she was going to the mall, Michael decided to go also, and they were on their way to the mall.
J.T. is having second thoughts on whether he should accept Erica's invitation to her get together. On second thought, it is Erica's birthday. so he'll consider the invite. he still loves Erica. So he calls Emma and askes her if her mom wouldn't mind taking them to the mall. Emma asked her mom and she said she wouldn't mind. She would just get Craig to watch baby Jack for her.
Michael, Theodora, and Erica are already at the mall. Michael is in Hot Topic and Erica and Theodora are in some video store. Erica gets the Donnie Darko DVD and leaves the store with Theodora. On the way to Hot Topic, Theodora starts a brief conversation with Erica.
"You're dating, Michael now, aren't you?" asked Theodora.
"I most certainly am." replied Erica. "He's just the bees knees."
"Oh. So, what happened between the two of you last night"
"We talked. He let me cry on his shoulder. Had a sympathy make-out session... Nothing further than that." said Erica simply. Just then, she saw J.T. walking with Emma. Emma saw Erica staring at them, so she linked her arm through J.T's and did the little hair-flicking thing and smiled. "Emma... and J.T... an item? That cannot be."
"What?" said Theodora completely clueless of what just happened.
"Emma! J.T.! Hey guys!" Erica walked over toward them and Theodora followed.
"Hey Erica." said Emma.
"Hey, cutie." said J.T.
"Hey." said Theodora. "You guys going steady or something?"
"Of course not, " said Erica in denial. "They're obviously trying to make me jealous."
"Jealous? Why would you be jealous if you're dating Michael?" said Emma
J.T. and Erica looked at each other with hurt in their eyes. Erica shook off this look and said. "You guys are coming over tonight, right? I'd highly appreciate it"
"Of course. That's why I'm here. I'm getting you a present." replied J.T.
"See you later then." said Erica.
They, as in Theodora and Erica, walked on to the Hot Topic and saw Michael pondering at the wall of band shirts. Erica walked towards Michael and wrapped her arms around his waist. Michael turns around and gives her a kiss on the forehead and says, "I'm trying to think which one of these shirts I should get you."
"I have most of those shirts... Get me a skirt off clearance or something. It doesn't take that much to make me happy."
"Are you going to let go of me so I can walk over there properly?"
"Yes."