I get woken up by a chilly breeze. I guess I forgot to shut that window before I went to bed… Enjoying my last moments in the warm bedsheets, I slowly stretch and get up. I'm actually surprised I'm up this early it's 8 AM. I must admit I'm not a morning person, but I guess I'll have to change my habits if I want to really start this adventure on a good foot.
I yawn as I rummage through my closet for some clothes to wear. The birds chirping outside really cheer me up as I pick out a nice sundress and quickly brush my short hair. Loud thumps suddently mute the enchanting melody. I jump as I rush to the window. Not seeing anything, I swiftly get out of my pajamas and pull on the dress before stepping outside.
« Oh, hey ! » I look around for the voice, but I don't see anyone. Suddently a hand rests on my shoulder, making me jump as I let out a small gasp. I turn around to see a blue haired guy standing right in front of me.
« Oh, sorry, » he says, giggling.
« Um, it's okay… » I reply, somewhat confused.
« I was just chopping some trees when I saw you step out of your house… thought I'd introduce myself. »
His golden eyes meet mine as he holds out a hand.
« I'm Luke. »
We shake hands.
« I'm Clara, I'm new.. »
« Oh, I know ! » he cuts, adjusting his flame bandana. « Um, well, welcome ! »
I smile. « Thanks, » I answer shyly.
« Luke, stop harrassing the poor girl, » I hear from behind me. I turn around to see a peach-haired guy approaching.
« I'm Chase, nice to meet you ! » he greets, shaking my hand.
« Clara, » I reply.
« So what are your thoughts about the island so far ? »
I shrug. « Can't really tell, it's only been a day. But so far I really like it, »
The boys exchange looks.
« Awesome ! » Chase answers, nodding. « Well, some of us are going to chill over at Brass Bar this evening if you want to join, » he adds.
«Sounds great ! » I reply enthusiasticly. How friendly !
«I better go take care of unpacking and stuff… so I guess I'll see you guys later, » I wave, heading back towards my house.
« Seeya ! » they say simultaneously. As I close the door behind me, I let out a sigh. My social life seems to be having a good start !
Later that evening…
I take a sip of my coconut cocktail as I listen to this girl Selena and Luke babble about their musical interests. A tap on my arm takes my attention away from the chatty couple.
« So why come here ? You know, on this island out of nowhere,» Chase asks, tapping his fingers on the table.
« Oh, you know, I needed a change. I wanted to live a little, to experience something different, » I answer.
I take a quick glance in Selena and Luke's direction. « Are they… um… dating ? » I ask, pointing discreetly.
Chase chuckles, taking a sip of his orange cocktail. « No. I mean, don't get me wrong, Luke's all over her. But the girl just won't budge. She's leading him on, y'know. Playing hard to get. »
I nod. « I see. »
« Hey guys ! » An orange-haired girl takes the empty seat next to Chase. « Hey hun, » she says, planting a small kiss on his lips.
« Hey, » he replies. « Oh, hey Clara, this is my girlfriend Maya. »
I smile and shake her hand.
« Nice to meet you, » she says with a grin.
« So Clara, » I hear. I turn around to see Luke looking at me. « What kind of music do you like ? »
I sigh. « I like a bit of everything, quite frankly. »
« That's cool, » he says, smiling.
Half an hour later
As we walk out of the bar, Chase pulls me aside. He turns to Maya and tells her to meet her back home before revealing something I never thought I'd hear. Not on my second day on Castanet, anyway.
« Okay. So Luke is totally into you, » he whispers.
« What ? » I ask, dumbfounded. « But, we just met, and we barely talked, and he's into Selena.. »
« That doesn't mean anything. He told me earlier that you were his type. »
I take a few steps back. « But we just met ! » I repeat.
« Yeah, well, expect a date invitation soon my friend ! » He smirks and walks away as I stay there, in front of the bar, shocked.
Then the blue-haired boy comes out, and he's obviously been drinking a bit.
« Clara ! »
I panic. I don't even know how I feel about this guy yet, and I already know how he feels about me.
« Hey, um, so are you doing anything tomorrow night ? »
I hesitate, then shake my head. « No… well I don't think I am.. no » I stutter.
« Great, then um… maybe we could, you know, hang out ? »
I nod. I have no clue what do to, quite frankly, but I don't want to miss any opportunity. I mean, I might actually get my first boyfriend. Or am I thinking too far ahead ?
« Cool. See you then, » he says, waving.
What just happened ?