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Three hours later and class was over. I stood up, placing my books into my bag. I pulled out my Ipod and put on my favorite song, 'Chasing Cars' by Snow Patrol. As soon as it started to play I smiled, humming along to it.

"We'll do it all
Everything
On our own

We don't need
Anything
Or anyone

If I lay here
If I just lay here
Would you lie with me
and just forget the world?"

I had just gotten out of the building and was heading toward my apartment. I felt a tap on my shoulder and I turned around quickly.

I saw a guy, standing about 6 feet tall, staring back at me. His lips were moving and I couldn't hear what he was saying. I realized that my headphones were still in and then pulled them out saying, "What was that?"

He smiled and held up a notebook. "You left this on your desk in there. I thought you might need it seeing as we have a test next week," he replied and handed it to me.

"Thank you," I said meekly. "I really appreciate it."

"It's no problem. No problem at all." I smiled and felt slightly awkward. I started to turn, to escape any embarassing moments, but I heard him say, "wait!" I turned back to him. "What's your name? I mean, can't I get that at least?"

"Haley," I stated.

He quirked his head. "Haley? Just Haley? No last name?"

"James. Haley James," I replied with a slight smile.

He stuck out his hand. "Nice to meet you, Haley James. I'm Nathan Scott."

I was hesitant, but I shook his hand. "Yeah, you too. Now, I'm sorry, but I have to get going."

I turned and started off. "Wait! What's the rush! That wasn't your last class for the day?"

I sighed and faced him again. "It was, but I have things to do. Thank you for returning my notes. See you around, Nathan."

This time I wasn't stopped when I walked off and I was thankful for that. I continued on the 10 minute journey to my apartment in peace.

When I opened the door I was greeted with the yippying of my puppy, Millie. I smiled as I closed the door. "Hi, baby!" I squealed and she jumped up against her cage, begging to be let out.

I walked over and let her out. She tried to jump up on me and I laughed. "Come here, Millie." I called as I went to let her out for a minute.

I sat outside my door as she ran around the yard. She was a cocker spaniel/poodle mix. She was completely white with golden ears. A few minutes later, she was ready to come inside with me.

I put fresh food and water in her bowl before looking around the kitchen for something to eat myself. I started to bowl water for macaroni and cheese. I sat down on the couch and started to flip channels.

Not five minutes later there was a knock at my front door. This was odd because I didn't have many visitors. Frowning slightly, I went to the door.

"Hi! Remember me?" the girl said and I thought about it.

"Brooke, right?"

She nodded. "Yeah, sorry. I saw you walking up here. I'm not, like, stalking you or anything, but I just wanted to say hi, see what your schedule is like tomorrow, stuff like that." I just stared at her. "So are you going to let me in?" I was fighting inside. I didn't think there was anything bad about her. She seemed so genuine. Then again, most people did. Don't get close to her! You'll just lose her, just like you did your parents, Anne, Larry, and Pey-

"Sure, come on in," I said, despite my thoughts. I would give her just one chance. I mean, it's not like we're gonna be best friends! She just wants to know if we have any classes together!

She heads to the couch and sits. She looks around with a strange look on her face. "What is that hissing sound?"

I crinkled my nose and listened for it. "My dinner!" I ran into the kitchen and saw the water was boiling over the pot. I turned it down and quickly finished making the meal. I brought it out to the table. "Were you hungry?"

She stood up and came over to me. "Mmmm! Mac'n'Cheese! Definately hungry!"

I smiled and grabbed 2 plates and 2 forks. We ate in a comfortable silence. At least we had one thing in common; a love for mac'n'cheese.

We made our way back to the couch and started talking about classes for the next day. "Oh, I am so happy I have 2 classes with you tomorrow! I think I had some with you today, but we just didn't sit near each other."

She was very bubbly, very different for me. I liked it. "Yeah, I think I might of seen you in English Lit," I replied.

"Where were you sitting? You seem like the smart girl that sits up front."

"Well, I sit in the back, but I am smart," I smiled at her.

She shook her head. "I'm usually right about these things. I think I might be losing my touch." she joked and I laughed. "Well, I think I'm gonna get going. I'll see you tomorrow, though. We should sit together."

I stood up, as did she, and replied, "Yeah, that would be nice, Brooke." and then I lead her to the door, where Millie was camping out.

"Oh! She's so cute! What's her name?"

Brooke rubbed her stomach as I said, "Millie."

"Hi Millie! Oh, you're so adorable!" I laughed as she played for a few more minutes before leaving. "Bye, Haley!"

I waved. "Bye." I closed the door. I sat down on the couch and started to think.

Brooke was nice. She seemed genuinely sweet and I think she wants to be friends. Then again, it was her first day. She might want to forget all about me tomorrow when she meets all the jocks and cheerleaders.

I sighed. Why could I never just be happy with what I get. I try and get a new friend and I doubt her intentions. How could I trust people if I can't even trust myself and my instincts?

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