So yes, I just posted, but I'm feeling a bit of inspiration. Wow! So many reviews already, you guys are amazing, thank you for the feedback, I hope this story doesn't disappoint.
Eli's POV
Right now, I'm not so sure if I wanted to talk to Clare, which meant so sarcastic banter in English, and no walking her to her next class. That wasn't an option anyway since right when the bell rang she flew right out of the room.
As I gathered my belongings and began to walk towards the door of the classroom Clare's loud friend was standing there.
"Eli."
"Alli, how are you."
"Good, although I'm wondering why my best friend was feeling a bit confused at the beginning of class."
"I have no idea. She seemed pretty happy to see that guy Declan." I said sourly.
Alli outright grinned at me, "I knew it!" she exclaimed, "You're jealous of Declan!"
"Shut up Alli, Clare can be interested in whoever she wants; it is no business of mine." Unfortunately.
"Too bad she isn't into Declan, eh?"
"She seemed like it."
"Are all boys idiots, first Dave now you? Anyways, Declan is going out with Holly J. Him and Clare bonded over the play last year, he's one of her best friends, they actually call each other brother and sister sometimes."
Elijah, you are an idiot.
"Oh."
"Yeah. So let's now discuss how Clare seemed pretty upset that there was something wrong with you earlier, and that it seemed like you didn't even want to be near her."
"Well, I didn't know! I thought she and Declan were together."
"Why would that bother you if you and Clare are friends?"
"It doesn't."
"Liar."
"Goodbye Alli."
"ELI!"
When I say I booked it down the hallway towards Trigonometry, I booked it. I could not have this discussion with one of Clare's best friends.
Where's Adam when you need him?
Clare's POV
I had to get out of English. I could not stand being right behind Eli and him being angry or upset in anyway, and especially taking it out on me. I thought we were making progress, and I was beginning to think that he liked me, guess I was wrong the way he just took his hand from my grasp.
I was too upset with my thoughts I didn't notice Declan coming my way, and I accidentally bumped into him.
"Sorry Decs."
"No problem Clare. What's wrong?"
"Nothing."
"Liar, I know that look. Talk."
"I have to go to class."
"Well good thing I don't have to attend classes until tomorrow, so spill, you can tell me as I walk you to class."
"Well its Eli. I thought he liked me and today after we talked to you I grabbed his hand as we walked, like we have been lately and he pulled away from me. Then he didn't talk to me, which is odd because we always talk. Even in English we didn't partake in our usual banter."
"Honestly Clare, I think that may be my fault. He didn't seem too happy when we were all talking."
"Alli thinks he might be jealous of you."
"Well have you ever mentioned me before, and how we're basically related."
"No."
"Well Clare, that is your answer."
I hate it when he's right.
"So wise one, how do I fix this?"
"Well, you should probably explain how we are, and maybe how you feel about him."
"I guess so. I have a question for you."
"Ask away."
"Why aren't you with Holly J right now?"
"I'm surprising her. Fiona gave me a copy of her schedule, and I know the routes she takes, plus Fiona is leading her around all day so that she won't find me. Fi also wants me to take you to The Dot for lunch so that she won't see me in The Caf. Actually, bring Eli with us."
"If he will even talk to me."
"He will, and if not, I'll drag him there."
"You will do no such thing. Oh, here's my Trigonometry class, I'll see you later."
"Damn I forget you're smart enough for this class."
"Bye Decs."
Eli's POV
There they were again. Shit, no they are just friends, just like Alli said, practically related.
"Hey Eli." God I love that voice, as creepy as that sounds.
"Clare."
"Uh, I don't know why you might've gotten upset earlier, but if it is about Declan you shouldn't be angry. He's a really nice guy, he's basically like a brother to me. Sorry if you thought differently. And if you don't hate me, Declan wants you to come have lunch at The Dot with us."
"Clare, I could never hate someone as amazing as you are, and yes I'll come to The Dot."
"Great! I think you and Declan will become good friends."
"Maybe."
Maybe we will, but I'll try for Clare. He might even be able to help me figure her out. This girl is a mystery, and I will do anything to try and figure her out.
Declan's POV
I'm slightly intrigued by this Eli kid. He must be a good guy if Clare likes him, and if he's smart he feels the same way, which I could tell he does.
The only problem is the fact that Clare is way too shy. She has the greatest personality, but she fears all rejection and even putting herself out there. If she wasn't so shy they'd already be together.
I'm getting the feeling that Eli is shy too, which makes it hard for either of them to make a move.
Looks like I have to fix this, as I always have to fix everything.
Clare owes me big time.
Only two more class periods until lunchtime, and I've seen Holly J twice.
Just enough to keep me going through the day.
I'm so happy her and Clare became friends during that one weekend in New York, it makes things a lot easier, and plus it helps me be connected to both of them equally without there being any problems.
Clare lets me know if anything seems off with Holly J and Holly J fills me in on whatever Clare is doing, yet she didn't say much about this Eli kid. So I really was not prepared for this morning. I need to find out more about this boy, see if he's worthy.
I walk to the office only to see Sav at the front desk.
"Well if it isn't President Sav?" I say with a smile.
"Declan, you aren't supposed to be here until tomorrow. Does Holly J know you're here?"
"No she does not, she doesn't even know that I'm back, so please don't say anything."
"I won't man, what do you need?"
"Well I'm bored, and will be for the next two class periods, got anything for me to do?"
"I can put your mind to work and have you come up with some ideas for fundraisers and also how to raise the school's test scores." He said, almost pleading for my help.
"Yeah I can do that, but is there any way you can dig up some information on a kid named Eli?"
"Oh, you've met him. He and Clare are pretty close."
"I noticed, I just want to make sure that he's good enough for her."
"From what Alli says when she talks about them, he seems nice enough, but I may be able to dig up his files."
"Sav, you are the greatest."
"Hey at least someone notices that around here. Now get to work."
"Ay Ay Captain Sav."