okay, since you guys are so great and i haven't updated in like forever, i have posted the eleventh chapter! I was going to make a sequel, because it would fit that way, but i'm too lazy. so, pretend this is POWER OF LOVE II

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OH and if there are random lines in the middle of the story, just ignore them, please. my computer's wacko.

CHAPTER 11: Back to normal...or is it?

Once everything was back to normal, and I was pretty much recovered from the second attack, Rob and I started to date. Real dating, like going to the movies and stuff. The first time he asked me I was so happy, I think I had a smile on my face the whole time.

I was sitting in my room, taking a stab at my Algebra 2 homework, when the phone rang. I jumped for it, like usual, and I heard the voice of the man I can't stop thinking about.

Once everything was back to normal, and I was pretty much recovered from the second attack, Rob and I started to date. Real dating, like going to the movies and stuff. The first time he asked me I was so happy, I think I had a smile on my face the whole time. I was sitting in my room, taking a stab at my Algebra 2 homework, when the phone rang. I jumped for it, like usual, and I heard the voice of the man I can't stop thinking about.

"Hey there, Mastriani," he said. I was eagerly waiting for him to call, because I hadn't talked to him since Wednesday. That was a long time. At least, it was to me.

"Hey Rob," I said, my excitement seeping through the phone, I'm sure.

"What's up?" Well. I have been waiting by my phone for two days for your call…

"Stupid homework, you?" I said with a groan.

"Nothing much. You want to come over after you finish your homework?" Hmm…well, I should do my history homework…

"All done!" I said, my anticipation of seeing Rob overpowering my common sense.

"So that means I'll see you in a few minutes? Want me to come pick you up?"

"No, I got a ride, thanks."

"No problem, see you in a few minutes."

"Bye!"

After that conversation I realized, what was I thinking doing my homework on a Friday night? So, I got ready by putting on a faded red T-shirt that had a white sun on it, and my most worn-in jeans. I slipped on my black converse high-tops and put on my black jacket. I went downstairs, told my mom that I was going out and would be back later and then got on my bike and left.

Yeah, I know I could have asked for a ride from anyone, but it was such a nice day out, I didn't want to ride in a car. Well, it was kind of cold, but it was really sunny out, so that was a plus. And March was right around the corner, too.

When I pulled into his driveway, I got off the bike and leaned it against the steps. I jumped over the railing and knocked on the door. As I was about to knock a second time, the door opened and Rob was standing there with a grin on his face. "Nice moves."

I grinned too and walked in. "Thanks." While he took my jacket and hung it on the hook, I made my way towards the living room. I peered down the hallway and asked, "Your mom home?"

"No, she went out for a while; she should be back in a few hours though." I nodded and went and took a place on the couch. "Are you hungry?" Rob asked from the kitchen. "Yeah, I could go for something. What do you have in mind?" I asked.

"Just some sandwiches. What do you want on yours? I was just going to have PB J," he asked. "Just peanut butter would be great. Thanks."

I got up off the couch and walked into the kitchen and got the bread out of the cabinet. "You don't have to help, I can do it," Rob said getting the jam out of the fridge. "I know, but I want to help." I flashed him a smile and got some plates.

When we had finished our sandwiches, I got up and offered to do the dishes. "I'll wash and you can dry," Rob said. I agreed and got a dish rag.

All of a sudden I felt very cold water on the side of my head. I whipped my head around and saw Rob standing there with the sink hose, laughing.

"Hardy, har, har. Very funny." I started to get a dirty glass that was filled with water out of the sink, when he sprayed me again. I figured that my tactics would not work, so I tackled him to the ground.

We were wrestling with each other on the kitchen floor when we heard a knock. More like a bang actually. So we looked up at the door and saw a woman's silhouette through the curtain.

"I thought you said your mom wouldn't be home for hours!" I said, scrambling to get up.

"I know! But, it can't be my mom, she has keys." I slipped on the floor and so did Rob, so we ended up laughing hysterically. Rob reached for the doorknob while I was still laughing on the floor.

Rob abruptly stopped laughing as soon as he opened the door. Curious, I looked over and saw none other than Molly Walker. I too stopped laughing. "Molly. What are you doing here?" Rob asked looking puzzled and kind of annoyed.

I took a hold on the counter and dragged myself up. "Mr. Wilkins. Miss Mastriani. Nice to see you both, together," Molly said. Rob glared at her and I followed suit. "May I come in?" Rob was still standing at the door, preventing her passage.

He moved over so she could come in. "You never come to my house. Why are you here now?" Rob asked. Molly made herself comfortable and sat at in one of the kitchen chairs. Instead of answering Rob, she looked at me and said, "I heard what happened a few weeks ago, Jessica. How are you feeling?"

I sighed because I was frustrated and didn't know where this was leading and all I wanted to do was make out with Rob. Is that so much to ask for? Apparently, it is.

"I'm fine, thank you. Almost fully recovered," I said giving her a cheesy fake smile. I desperately wanted her to leave, but it didn't look like she was leaving anytime soon. "That's great, Jessica. I'm glad you are feeling better. You looked like you were having a splendid time with Robert before I walked in. Am I correct?"

Robert? Not even his mother calls him Robert. Rob looked like he was going to say something but I spoke quicker, "What if we were? I can hang out with friend and have a good time, can't I?" At the word friends I looked over at Rob and winked, as to point out that I am lying about the "friends" part. I hope he realized that.

"Well, of course you can have friends. Is that what you and Rob are? Just friends?" Okay, now I see where this is going, and I don't like that direction. I was going to give her a wise ass remark when Rob helped me out by saying, "Of course we are. That's what I've been telling you all along." This time Rob looked at me and winked. "Exactly, just friends," I said.

Molly seemed satisfied, contrary to my doubt. I thought she was smarter than that. Hmm.

She got up and started to leave. "Good. I'm glad. I'll be seeing you later, Mr. Wilkins." She shot an icy glare at me and left.

"Um. Wow, what was all that about? And where does she get off glaring at me like that?" I asked when I saw her leave the driveway. "I have no idea; don't worry about her. But good thinking there," Rob complimented me.

I smiled and said, "Why, thank you." I laughed and we went over to the couch. We turned the TV on. He pulled me closer into him and I rested my head on his chest. Mesmerized by the rhythmic beating of his heart, I fell asleep.

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