Author's Note: This story probably isn't too good; it's only my first attempt at fanfiction : ) I changed the character's personalities a bit, but, as the story progresses, I'm sure you'll see why. All of these characters belong to the creators of Recess; I did not invent them on my own. Please read and review, thank you.


Ashley was the biggest outcast in Third Street High. She had been one of the most popular girls the entire time she was in school... that is, until she started her Junior Year. Something had happened during the summer that had changed her forever, but no one knew what it was. No one really cared, except for...

TJ Detweiler gazed longingly at Ashley Spinelli. He let out a long, heavy sigh. She had changed so much. Ashley last year was always smiling, surrounded by a group of people, as she walked down the hall in her mini skirts and pastel wife beaters. Sure, Spin had become another Ashley, but she still had mostly maintained her personality. Now, Spin always had her hair down to cover her face. She never wore anything other than black. Before, Spin did everything she could to stand out, but now everything Spin did was to push herself further out of the spotlight. TJ let out another sigh.

"Jeeze, Teej! Emo much?" TJ turned his head and looked at his best friend, Vince. He slowly rolled his eyes and looked back at the lovely Ashley Spinelli. Vince continued to speak as TJ continued to stare. "You know, Teej, she isn't the same Spin we knew freshman year. First she ditched us for the Ashleys and now she's acting like one of those goth kids." TJ didn't move for nearly a minute and then, angrily, he looked Vince in the eyes and said "She didn't ditch us for the Ashleys, Vince. You know what happened... Don't even act like it's all her fault. As for the 'goth' thing, something is seriously wrong with her... and it's kind of hot." Now it was Vince's turn to sigh.

Ashley was looking at her feet. She hated school. Ashley had lost all of the friends she had. Gretchen was now in NHS, book club, chess club, band, and tons of other school groups that Ashley couldn't even remember the names of. Gus had joined JROTC, on orders from his father, and had grown to love it. He had gotten taller, now 6'1'', and gained a lot of muscle. Mikey had lost weight, dyed his hair black, and was now the king of the drama club kids. Vince was, of course, the top jock at Third Street High. Then, there was TJ. He still had his famous red hat and sneakers that were always untied, but he was now 6'3'' with shaggy brown hair and contacts that made his eyes an intense emerald color. Ashley Spinelli was also still in love with TJ. She would never forgive herself for befriending the Ashleys even if that was a result of what had happened the summer before...

Lawson looked at Ashley Spinelli. He knew what had happened that summer. Lawson smiled to himself and looked around the lunch room. As he did, he noticed Detweiler was staring at something. He followed Detweiler's eyes to Ashley Spinelli. Lawson could never pass up the chance to piss off T.J. Detweiler. This was too good of a moment to waste! He got up and walked over to where Ashley was sitting and hput his arm around her.

"So, sweet cheeks, what the hell is up with you and Detweiler?" Lawson said as he began to squeeze Ashley's shoulder, his fingers digging into her flesh. "I don't know what you're talking about." Ashley murmured. Lawson leaned in and whispered in Ashley's ear. "Just remember, I know all of your secrets and I'm not afraid to let the whole school in on them." Ashley waited for Lawson to leave. He didn't. Lawson was too busy trying to grope Ashley. Ashley tried to tell him to stop. She kept pushing him away, but he wouldn't leave her alone. She was so tired of caring.

TJ could not believe his eyes. What the HELL was Lawson trying to do to Spin? He saw him grabbing at her everywhere, even though she was saying no and trying to push him away. Why wasn't anyone trying to stop him? TJ stood up. "Hey... what is Lawson do- TEEJ! What are you doing! Sit down! You can't get suspending again!" Vince said. But TJ wasn't listening. He was already half-way to Spin's table. Nothing would stop him now.

TJ tapped Lawson on the shoulder. Lawson turned and faced TJ with a knowing smirk on his face. TJ didn't give Lawson a chance to speak, he just lifted his fist and slammed it into the right side of Lawson's face. Lawson slammed into the ground, hard. "What the FUCK is your problem, Detweiler?" Lawson said through his bloody mouth. "You are." TJ said matter-of-factly as he gave Lawson a few more good, hard kicks ot the side.

After TJ had finished kicking him, Lawson got up. "Look, Detweiler, don't be jealous that I could have my way with Ashley. You see, you could have he, too. I mean, it only costs ten dollars. Even YOU can afford that." This time when TJ took a swing, Lawson was ready for him. He grabbed TJ's hand and hit him in the stomach. "STOP IT!" Ashley screamed. "God, Teej, how could you be so stupid." A familiar voice said behind Ashley. She turned around and saw Vince. "Oh, Vince, please make them stop." She begged. Mascara and tears were streaming down her face. Vince felt bad for what he'd said about her earlier. He grabbed TJ by the shoulders and pulled him back. "Teej, its okay, calm down." "No it's not!" TJ screamed, "He hurt Spin! I'm going to make him pay. I'll kill him, I swear!" "TJ, look at Ashley. She's crying. Fighting with Lawson in front of her like this is only making her feel worse." "You're right, Vince", TJ replied, "You can let me go now, I'm sorry about this." Vince let go of TJ's shoulders. Lawson was beginning to get up, but TJ gave him one last kick. "One for the road." TJ said in Lawson's face with a large smirk.

TJ hurried over to Ashley. "Spin, I'm so sorry. This is all my fault. I should have never let you go that summer. Are you okay?" TJ lifted up his hand and whipped a falling tear away from Ashley's cheek. "No, TJ, this is my fault. I've done so many things to hurt you, so many things I never should have done. I stopped talking to you and the gang over something stupid. You're better off staying away from me, everyone is." Ashley said, looking at her feet. By now, everyone was staring. TJ leaned in and hugged Ashley. "I'm only a better person with you. I miss being friends. Put your arms around my neck so we can get out of here." Ashley did as she was told. TJ gently lifted her up and cradled her in his arms. "If any of the teachers ask, tell them Spin... I mean Ashley is sick and I took her home." "Sure, bro. No problem." said Vince. The whole cafeteria erupted in applause as TJ and Ashley walked away. Lawson got up and started to try to go after Ashley and TJ, but Vince blocked his way. "Lawson, don't make me kick your ass just like T.J. did. If I do, I promise the pain won't stop."