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Chapter 14

Dani's POV

Oh my god! I cannot wait for this day to be over. It's going by way too slow. The bell for lunch just rang. I got up from my seat in science class and walked to my locker. Two-Bit was waiting there for me, along with Serena.

"Hey guys," I said.

"Hey Dani," Two-Bit said. Yes, he actually did go to school today.

"Where we goin' for lunch today?" I asked.

"Corner store," Serena said, apologetically.

"Okay, well what're we waitin' for? Let's go," I said and headed out to Two-Bit's car, with Two-Bit and Serena following me. When I got out there, no one was waiting at the car. "Where's Pony, Johnny, and Steve?"

"They ain't comin'," Two-Bit answered.

"Oh."

We all climbed in the car, and he drove to the store. He parked, and I saw the Shepard gang a few spots down. "Are you gonna be okay?" Serena said, so that only I could hear her.

"Yeah, I'll be fine," I said and walked into the store. I walked around for awhile and stopped at the window that Tim had motioned for me through. I sighed. I'm really missing all of the lunch time make out sessions with him. Actually, I'm just missing everything about him. We haven't talked since last Saturday when we broke up. It's really depressing to be missing the person you love.

I grabbed a Pepsi and a bag of chips, and walked up to the counter to pay. I really didn't feel like trying to sneak them out. After I paid, I walked back to Two-Bit's car and climbed in the back seat. I looked over at the Shepard gang and spotted Tim in the center of the group. I sighed again and started eating. Serena and Two-Bit came over and got in the car. Lunch was almost over, so Two-Bit pulled out of the parking lot and headed for school, almost hitting a car full of Socs on the way.

We got out of the car, and Serena and I walked to math—my best subject, but worst class. It passed by slowly, with me and Serena occasionally talking. Then I went to history and daydreamed about Tim, which just made me even sadder.

The last bell finally ran, and I went to my locker to gather my books. Serena met me there, and we walked home. We went in and sat on the floor, doing our homework.

About an hour later, Dally came running into the house. He had a split lip and a black eye. "Oh, baby, what happened to you?" Serena asked.

"Never mind me. Tim's worse. Where're the guys?" Panic shot through my entire body.

"They aren't here."

"What happened? Is Tim okay?" My voice was shaky.

"Some Socs were talkin' bad 'bout you, insultin' ya and stuff, and me and Shepard started defendin' you against them, which started a fight. We were winnin' until one of 'em pulled a blade and got Shepard pretty good. Then they all ran."

"Where's Tim now?" Serena asked, knowing that I'd start crying if I talked.

"He's at the hospital, unconscious."

"Oh my god! What're we still doin' here? Let's go!" I said, running out of the house and in the direction of the hospital. Tears were streaming down my face as I ran. He's gotta be okay. I need him. It'll be all my fault if he diesI ran into the hospital and to the emergency room, with Dallas and Serena at my heels. I went up to the desk and asked, "Where's Tim Shepard's room?"

"Are you family?"

"No."

"Then I'm afraid you can't see him. You're going to have to wait for a family member to come."

"God damn it! Tell me where his fucking room is!" I was pissed. How could she not let me see him!

"Dani, c'mon. Come sit. Dally went to get Curly," Serena said, pulling me into the waiting room.

I sat down and was sobbing. Serena pulled me into a tight hug. "Rini, what am I gonna do? What if he dies? It'll be all my fault. I can't live without him! I need him! I love him, Rini!" I was hysterical.

"Ssshh…it's okay Dani. He'll be fine. Tim's a strong guy. He isn't gonna die."

Dally came into the waiting room with Curly. I stood up and went back to the desk. "Now can we go in Tim's room? He's family," I said, pointing to Curly.

"If it's okay with him." I looked at Curly and he nodded.

I ran to Tim's room and went straight to him. He was connected to machines and was unconscious. I started sobbing all over again. Dally, Serena, and Curly walked in, but I didn't acknowledge them. I was focused on Tim. "C'mon baby, wake up. I need you so much. Timmy, please wake up. I can't live without you. I love you so much. I should have listened to you, then you wouldn't be like this. C'mon baby, please, please, wake up. I love you."

Dally's POV

"What the hell is goin' on?" I asked.

"Dal, come with me," Serena said, trying to get me out of the room.

"No. I wanna know why the hell my baby sister just told Tim Shepard that she loved him!"

"Dallas Winston, get your ass in that hallway!" Serena yelled.

I walked out of the room, and she followed. "Are you gonna tell me what's goin' on with my sister and Shepard?"

"Tim and Dani were dating."

"What!"

"Shut up and let me finish. They were sneaking around for weeks. Tim wanted to tell you, but Dani didn't want to. She was afraid you'd hurt him if you found out. They got in a fight and broke up because of you."

I cannot believe what I'm hearing. My baby sister in love with a hood. This can't be happening.

"I know what you're think', Dal. And everyone else thinks the same about me. No one can understand why I'm in love with you. Everyone sees you as a hood, just like Tim."

"Wait, what? Did you just say you're in love with me?" Wow, was this turning out to be some day.

"Yeah, Dal, I love you. I've never said it because I didn't think you felt the same way."

I walked over to her and pulled her into a kiss. I pulled away and rested my forehead on hers. "I love you, too."

She smiled. "C'mon, let's go back in there. Dani needs us right now."

I nodded, and we walked back in. Dani was in a chair, her knees to her chest, sobbing. I don't like seeing my sister like this. I went over to her and kneeled down next to her. I pulled her into a hug and rubbed her hair. "It's okay, Dani. He's gonna be okay."

"Oh Dal. I'm so sorry I didn't tell you, but I didn't want you to get mad."

"It's okay, Dani. I'm not mad. Everything will be fine."

The doctor came into the room shortly after. "Hi, I'm Dr. Parker. I've been treating Mr. Shepard. No serious damage was done to his abdomen when he was stabbed. We were able to fix that with no problem. He also has a concussion from hitting his head on the pavement, and I'm unsure how long he'll remain unconscious. It could be hours, days, even weeks. However, I am quite sure it will only be a few days."

At this information, Dani started silently crying. I pulled her into a tighter hug. "Shh…it's gonna be okay," I whispered.

"And I'm sorry to say, but visiting hours are over. You'll have to leave," Dr. Parker said.

"C-can I stay?" Dani asked.

"Are you family?"

"No, she ain't, but I am, and it's okay if she stays," Curly replied.

"Okay, then you can stay," Dr. Parker said and left the room.

I stood up. "Are you gonna be okay by yourself?"

"Yeah, I'll be fine," she said, moving her chair closer to Tim's bed.

"Okay, I'll come back tomorrow." I kissed the top of her head and followed Serena and Curly out of the room.

I put my arm around Serena and walked out of the hospital. "Do you think she's gonna be okay? I mean, she's in a hospital room with the love of her life, who happens to be unconscious," Serena said.

"She'll be fine. We'll go check on her tomorrow?"

"What about school?"

"She ain't goin' tomorrow. She won't wanna leave Tim's side until he wakes up."

"Oh," she said as we reached the house and walked in. Everyone was in the living room.

"Where's Dani?" Pony asked.

"Hospital."

"What?" Darry said.

"She isn't in the hospital. She's with Shepard."

"Why is she with Tim?" Soda asked.

I looked at Serena, and she started explaining the whole Dani/Tim sneaking around thing, from when it started to what happened tonight. They were all just as surprised as I was. "I'm goin' to bed," she said when she finished. I gave her a kiss and said, "I love you." She replied, "I love you too," and went upstairs.

Dani's POV

After everyone left, I sat on Tim's bed and kissed his forehead. Tears started falling down my cheeks. "C'mon Tim. Please, please wake up. I really need you. Things aren't the same without you. I love you, baby." I sat back down in my seat, lay my head on his hand, and silently cried myself to sleep.