Hey everyone, sorry this took so long. I actually had most of it written, but was too lazy and busy to put it up…
Question: Can you even be lazy and busy at the same time?
Well, anyway, I hope you enjoy it. And pleeeeeeease review!
Disclaimer: I don't own any characters that have appeared in Charmed. It's kinda depressing actually.
The next morning was all routine; I didn't even almost get run over by a car. Jake didn't say much to me that morning, but that was also pretty usual. For some reason, I almost felt guilty when I said goodbye to him that morning. But why? It could be because of Zach but it wasn't like Jake and I were ever…you know, together. Nor did I think he ever wanted to be. Well, it wasn't until I got to school that things started to get a bit weird.
Sasha came running up to me, as soon as I got to my locker. "Oh my God, Kit Kat. The most tragic things in this school's history just happened last night." Tragic, eh? Well I wouldn't exactly be too sad if the school caught on fire…
"What happened, Sasha?"
"Zach Bellevue was attacked last night, in the locker rooms, and for some strange reason, he's been telling the band members that he can't sing at the Talent Show anymore!"
My jaw dropped, the rest of my life is going to suck, period. How could my Zach do this to me? What if I never get to hear him sing again? And what is his awesome band planning to do for Talent Day now?
"Ok, Kit Kat, come back to Earth now." Said Sasha, waving her hand in front of my face. " You've been staring off into space with a pained expression on your face. It's not all bad…well, most of it is. Someone approached the remaining band members and asked if he could take over the lead singer's position, just for the Talent Show."
I stared at her for a moment, and then grabbed her shoulders. "Don't keep me in suspense! Come on, who is it?"
"Someone named Michael Ruth." I frowned, I knew most people in our grade and a lot of others too, but I don't even recall anyone mentioning him.
"He's kind of…" Sasha looked around to make sure anyone wasn't listening, "he's an outcast. Mostly just going around doing his own thing. Even if he was the best singer in the world, I doubt anyone would have noticed."
I frowned, no matter how good of a singer this Michael was, he'd never compare to Zach. Maybe he was just a bit traumatized after last night's attack. Maybe all he needed was a nice talk, perhaps a one-on-one talk? I didn't have much time to fantasize at that moment, since the bell for first period rang way too soon. I sighed, and began to collect my books.
"Hold on a second." Said Sasha, grabbing my arm. "I never said that I was done with my scoop. Since they have a new lead singer, the band has to try out again at lunchtime. We need to be there again, my English mark needs to go up, and this is the perfect opportunity to ace our project."
As much as I hated to admit it, my English mark wasn't the greatest ever, and this was going to be a great article. I nodded my head and we walked off to first period together.
At lunchtime, we did the same thing as yesterday, going to the auditorium and getting our 'usual' seats. There was a huge crowd there again, half of the school at least. Everyone was gossiping about this, and Zach wasn't even at school today to clear up the rumours. Naturally, that caused the gossip to spin out of control.
"Ahem." Said the teacher judge, clearing his throat loudly to quiet the students. "If you'll all allow it, I would like to start the auditions now."
Everyone shushed quickly, and the band quickly shuffled onto the stage. For the first time, I saw Michael Ruth. He was rather short, and didn't have the striking good looks that Zach had. Nevertheless, I guess he was handsome in his own way. He seemed calm, confident, which is pretty impressive considering that everyone was staring at him. The lights dimmed, and the band started to play. Finally, Michael opened his mouth.
Oh, well imagine; as I'm pacing the pews in a church corridor,
and I can't help but to hear, no I can't help but to hear an exchanging of words.
"What a beautiful wedding!", "What a beautiful wedding!" says a bridesmaid to a waiter.
"And yes, but what a shame, what a shame, the poor groom's bride is a whore."
Oh my God, he's singing a Panic! At the Disco song, I love them. This must be a coincidence…I pulled myself from that line of thought. How stupid was I? I'd hardly ever seen the guy before, never talked to him, why did I think he picked this song for me? Maybe, because it's hopeful thinking, maybe because this guy sounds exactly like Zach. I'm not joking, from the moment he opened his mouth, it was like Zach was singing from behind the curtains. I thought I was imagining it, but one look at Sasha's face told me otherwise.
I'd chime in "Haven't you people ever heard of closing the god damn door!"
No, it's much better to face these kinds of things with a sense of poise and rationality.
I'd chime in "Haven't you people ever heard of closing the god damn door!"
No, it's much better to face these kinds of things with a sense of poise and rationality.
As he finished the song, a feeling struck me, like ice was being poured down my back. The hairs on my arm prickled, and the little ones on the back of my neck. Something wasn't right here, could it be something…magical?
After that, the whole afternoon passed in a blur again, but this time the reason wasn't so great. All I could think about was how this was too weird, a random guy who sounds exactly like Zach, plus one of my magical feelings? I'd have to ask Leo about this, and I definitely intended to when I left the school at 3:10. When I walked to our usual spot in back of the school however, I wasn't alone.
Oh my freakin' God.
What the hell was Zach Bellevue doing here?
Hahaha, ok that's it for now, I'll try and save you from this cliffhanger soon, but school's getting pretty crazy and all. Can't wait for summer!
