My alarm went off and I couldn't help but lay there. It was a two weeks after the orientation party. It was the first day of classes…and I was lowkey freaking out. I looked up at the stars that I had posted on the ceiling of my wall and I smiled. That was the one thing I missed about the country. The stars were much brighter there. Here, I was blinded by all the city lights which I guess I can't complain about. My phone vibrated and I blushed seeing a text from Derek.
We still meeting in the front for breakfast in 30 mins? –D
Crap! I forgot all about that.
Yep! See you then…-Gabi
I got dressed in lightning speed after my shower with a cute sundress and some sandals. Thank God for my natural curls. I threw on a simple necklace and some rings and ran out the door with one minute to spare. When I got to the bottom, he was waiting when the elevator opened up. He smiled when he saw me.
"A girl that's on time…that's a first." I giggled.
"It's a first for me too. Honestly, I usually sleep until the last possible second."
"Well, I'm happy I can be that exception." Gosh, I wish this dude would stop making me blush.
"So, where are we going for breakfast?"
"We have a Starbucks by Smith Hall which is where your Chem class is. My Microbiology class is in there too, so I thought we could go there."
"Okay, sounds good."
We started to walk and everyone was speaking to Derek. He introduced me to a couple of people. I felt like he was famous at one point.
"So are you Mr. Big Man on campus?" He chuckled a little and shook his head.
"I wouldn't say that. I guess when I got here, I made a promise to myself to make the best of it. Some of the people that I spoke to, I don't know them personally by name but I make it a habit to smile and say hey to people I don't know."
"You should've did beauty pageants," He looked a little offended. "I'm sorry. That came out wrong. You just always say the right things. It's surprising how good you are at answering questions. I didn't mean that in a bad way. I jus-."
"Gabi, it's okay. I get what you mean. I was always told I'm an old soul." I smiled.
"Well, I like old souls so guess that's a good thing."
We arrived at Starbucks and thankfully there weren't too many people in line. I ordered and when I was looking around for my order, Derek quickly ordered and paid.
"Hey! That's not fair. I could pay for my food." I said with a pout.
"I know, but if we are going to start going on dates, you better get used to me paying for your food."
"Well, I could pay sometimes. Women can provide too you know."
"A feminist, I like it. I'm also happy that you just agreed to our first official date." He smiled. I didn't know I just agreed to that, but either way I would've said yes, so I smiled too.
"Hey Gabriella!" I looked up and saw Troy walking towards me. He smiled and gave me a hug, which took me a bit off guard, but I guess we're friends now. Right?
"Hey Troy. Oh, this is Derek." Troy reached forward and shook his hand.
"Hey man, what's up? I think I saw you the other night, but we didn't get a chance to meet."
"Yeah, I remember. Nice to meet you man. Hey Gabi, I'll be right back. I think she just called our order. Can you find a table?"
"Sure." He walked off and I saw Troy smirking.
"What now?" I walked away and he followed.
"We've only been here a week and you've already got a boyfriend. I'm impressed." I gasped a little and sat at a table and Troy sat in front of me.
"Shhh! He's not my boyfriend and I would appreciate it if you wouldn't say that and freak him out."
Troy leaned down and whispered in my ear, "Your secret is safe with me Montez."
For some reason, I felt chills run down my back. I looked back and saw his eyes and him smirking. I couldn't help, but step back. Troy kind of had a glazed look in his eyes and he shook his head.
"Anyway, I stopped by the dorm cause I left my notebook at your dorm last night. Tay said you came here. I didn't know you were on a date though."
"Shut up. It's not a date. You're welcome to sit with us though."
"Gabi, clearly you haven't been on many dates. Regardless, the guy likes you and I'm not about to be a third wheel. You have Chem with Dr. Wilson at 10 right?"
"Yeah." I looked at my watch and realized it was almost 9:30. "Derek said it wasn't far from here, so I'll leave from here in about 20 minutes."
"Alright, we have that class together remember, so I'll save you a seat if you want. Chad is in it too, so I'm grabbing food for him and meeting him there."
Apparently, Troy had to take Chem even though he just wanted to teach English. Sounds dumb to me. I'm happy I know someone in my class though.
"Sounds good. See you then."
"Alright. I guess I should go order." As he was leaving, Derek was on his way back. They stopped and gave each other another handshake. Derek smiled when he sat down.
"He seems like a cool guy. I've heard a couple people say how good he is at basketball."
"Yeah, he's cool. He went to high school with my roommate Sharpay."
"Sharpay, the blonde girl that wears pink?" I nodded. "No offense, but she scares me." He looked terrified and I couldn't help but laugh.
"She scared me too the first couple of days but she's actually sweet. You should talk to her on the days that she doesn't wear pink."
"I'm surprised that ever happens."
We kept eating until I realized that I had about 10 minutes to get to class.
"Hey, you ready? I don't want to be too late to class."
"Yeah, let's get out of here." Derek took my tray and threw it away along with his. He even held the door on his way out.
"You know I could get used to this." He laughed and grabbed my hand. My heart started beating out of my chest.
"Well, I know if I don't do it, some other guy will."
"Beauty pageant answer." I pretended to whisper, but I knew he heard me. "I'm just kidding!" I interlaced our fingers and he smiled. We got on in elevator inside Smith, and we walked a couple classrooms down when he stopped. I was so in la la land, I didn't even realize this was my classroom.
"Well, this is you. I'm a couple doors down, so maybe I'll see you afterwards. If not, I'll see you later today."
"Okay, sounds good." He leaned down and kissed my cheek. "Stop making me blush." I pretended to pout, but I hugged him before walking into class. There were 60 people in this class and it was stadium style, so I didn't know how I would find Troy.
"Gabster, over here!" I looked toward the middle and saw Chad waving at me. I had to giggle to myself as I walked over. Note to self: When I need to find Troy, just look for the afro. I hugged Chad before I sat in the seat next to Troy.
"I made it just in time." Troy handed me a syllabus.
"Teacher just posted the syllabus, so I ran to the printing station down the hall. Printed you one too."
"Thanks! I owe you one. Have you heard anything about this teacher?"
Chad answered, "I heard he's a smart ass, but he's fair."
"Fair…I can work with that." I heard the door at the bottom of the classroom open and saw a woman walk in.
"Chad, I thought you said it was a man?" Troy asked.
"Well they never said he or she. I'm happy it's a woman though cause she is hot." Even I had to admit, she was hot. She looked to be in her late twenties and she walked with a certain confidence that I admired. Troy was definitely checking her out. I heard her greet everyone and all of a sudden, Chad stood up. Troy groaned.
"Good morning Dr. Wilson. I just want to say I have heard nothing but great things and I can't wait to learn new things from you. My name is Chad Danforth by the way." A couple people laughed. The teacher didn't look too pleased.
"While I'm happy you are eager to learn. I don't appreciate you just randomly standing up on the first day. I'm happy to know that you'll be the class clown, and I'll be very sure to keep my eye on you."
Chad quickly sat down and leaned back in his chair.
Troy leaned over to me and whispered, "This is going to be a long semester."
I couldn't help but agree.
Hope you guys liked it. I know I haven't written in a year, but I promise I will finish this story. This next chapter will be up Monday night. Any ideas? Comments? Please review…