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KIM

The next day at school during free period, she and Jack were at their usual spot by the stairs, studying for their English test. They were sitting close together, with her head was on his shoulder, and they were oblivious to the stares people gave them. Kim was proud that everyone knew Jack was her boyfriend, yet it wasn't that big a deal. So she just ignored the admiring and death glares other girls gave her and the disappointed glances boys shot her way.

"That went well yesterday," Jack said as he flipped a page of his textbook. "Much more understanding than I thought they would be."

"I know," agreed Kim. "I thought they would all be like, 'Eww! Gross! My eyes!'" She made sick faces as Jack chuckled. They continued studying for a moment before they heard shrill voices right by their ears.

"Eww!" came Milton, scrunching up his faces as if he smelled something awful.

"Gross," joined in Jerry, his face stricken. "Okay, let's break it up. No one needs to see that!"

"My eyes," exclaimed Eddie. The three of them all looked sick just as Kim thought they would, giving her an uneasy feeling. She knew deep down they would act this way, but she wanted to believe they were just a little bit mature.

"See?" she told Jack, lifting her head from his warm shoulder. "I better go. They need some time."

Jack nodded, his hand reluctant to let of hers as she got up and walked away. The guys looked like they would say something else, but she shot them a death glare that would make lava look cold.

"I'll be at the gym," she called over her shoulder, leaving Jack to set things straight with his friends.

JACK

"Okay, guys," he said, turning to the guys with an exasperated look. "What's your problem?"

"Problem?" scoffed Jerry. "We don't have a problem!"

"You said you were fine with me and Kim yesterday. Not even 24 HOURS ago!" They flinched away from the karate expert as he raised his voice. "What part of our relationship is not okay?"

All three boys were quiet for a second before Milton stepped towards Jack and put an arm around his shoulder. "I'm sorry, Jack. I guess I'm just not used to it yet, but I'm going to try."

"Me, too," Eddie said. "Sorry."

"Guys, it's okay," said a now smiling Jack. He loved that his friends were so understanding. Except for…. "Jerry?" he added. "What about you?"

Jerry, who stayed quiet up until now, scratched his head. "Hey, I'm just looking out for Kim. How do we know that you aren't going to break her heart? Or you might lose her to another good lookin' guy who knows how to punch."

Jack opened his mouth to say something angry and sarcastic, but Jerry's last sentence made him stop and think. He knew it wasn't just his imagination when he noticed other guys around the school staring sadly at Kim as she walked past them with her hand in Jack's. He bet she was a popular person among the boys, and just because she was in a relationship wouldn't stop them from making a move. She might even forget about Jack, and move on to something new and better….

He shook his head, but he still felt tense. Jerry nodded, like he expected Jack to do this. "I'm just saying, buddy. You better hold on to her and be the perfect boyfriend, or its goodbye Kim."

"Jerry!" cried Milton, appalled. "That would never happen to Jack and Kim. They're perfect for each other!"

Jack half smiled, but backed away from his friends nonetheless. "It's cool. I better go, though. This hallway's getting kind of crowded, and I really do have to study."

"We'll see you after school, though, right?" called Eddie.

Jack nodded and waved goodbye, his stomach turning and his mind on panic mode.

KIM

After helping Grace perfect her back hand spring, Kim headed to the locker room to change out of her workout clothes. Free period would end soon, and she wanted to meet Jack by his locker so he could walk her to class. When she was almost done putting on her shoes, she heard her name being used in a conversation on the other side of her locker.

"… I can't believe Kim Crawford is going out with Jack," murmured a girl's voice. "I mean, he's hard to get, with him being so cute. Not that I've ever liked him, but I know plenty of girls who do."

Another girl giggled. "I don't think they'll last long. A guy like Jack is bound to be snagged by some slut that likes to sleep with other girls' boyfriends. I've seen friendships and relationships totally ruined by it."

"Yeah, it's not like Kim actually tries to look good," Girl #1 responded. "It won't be long before they're done."

The girls continued talking as they walked out of the locker room. Kim remained sitting there, their words echoing in her head. Jack is bound to be snagged… relationships totally ruined… won't be long before they're done. And what was the part of her trying not to look good? It's not like dressed in rags or never combed her hair!

Kim continued to fret as she hurried down the halls to Jack's locker. He was standing there like he said, and he smiled adorably when he saw her.

"Hey," he said, reaching out to hold her hand. "Is something wrong?"

Dang, why did he have to be so observant? "Nothing," she said breezily. She smiled and changed the topic to something meaningless. Inside her however, she felt insecure and nervous, and for the first time ever, she didn't think Jack could help her with this one.

Duh duh DUHHHH! Tension is building among our favorite couple! What will happen? Find out in a few days… after you review. Thanx you guys!