Chapter 4: Without You
A/N: I'm finally updated! Yay! I'm still kind of on a writer's block but I hope that you guys will still read and enjoy my stories. Thanks!
"Ugh … I'm soooo sleepy." I grudgingly said. I don't want to get up today. Glancing towards my alarm clock, it read 8:30 and school started in 15 minutes.
"Oh, no. Tatsuki will be so mad at me!" I exclaimed, running out of my room and into the bathroom. Rushing to take a shower, I relaxed. Maybe I need this, to let loose for a bit. Allowing the water to ooze down my body, I thought about Ulquiorra.
I bet he's shacked up with some other girl … or even living his own life. I bet he's not even thinking about me. I don't even know how long they'll be here in Karakura town though. I mean they're from here but who knows what will happen. But somehow, Ulquiorra spiked my interest. He was a mystery to me. He watched me dance that first night but when we met at that restaurant, he acted so different, even when I was at that party they had. It was as if he wanted me there but other moments he didn't. And that kiss started a flame throughout my body that I felt his loneliness and I wanted to keep reaching out to him. But when he stopped, I felt so empty.
Releasing those thoughts, I tried distracting myself because I realized that could never happen again with us…it just can't.
Finishing up my shower, I ran my hands through my hair and decided to keep my curly hair down and to let it air dry. Rushing out and wrapping a towel around my body, I looked in the mirror. Grabbing my hairpins, I stuck them in my hair for the final look and it turned out great.
Hurriedly, I went to my closet and pulled out my uniform for school. 'Ugh I have to hurry! It's already 8:45.' I thought as I glared at my clock as if I could make time go backwards.
As I pulled on my clothes and other things, I sprayed perfume all over my body, which smelled really sweet. I knew that it was my sweet apple perfume. It smelled really good.
Clutching onto my bag, I grabbed my phone, and snatched a banana from my kitchen. "Looks like I'm going to be extra late today!" I exclaimed, looking at the clock that now read 8:53.
I finally arrived at school around 9:30. Tatsuki glared at me as I took a seat. "Miss Inoue, why are you late?" Mr. Kuziko said as I tried shuffling to my seat. Everyone was already doing experiments and Tatsuki saved me a seat, as her lab partner.
The whole attention of the class was on me, I nervously said, "Ummm … sorry. I kind of slept in."
Clearly annoyed, Mr. Kuziko glared and said, "Sit down Orihime."
Headed towards the seat beside Tatsuki, I ignored looks from other people, especially guys. But Uryu was in our class as well and I tried my best to ignore him but I failed. I saw so much worry in his eyes that it bothered me. I didn't reply to his texts or calls and he must've been really worried. He and I are really good friends and by the looks of his eyes, he still sees me as something more. We tried to make things work, but it wasn't the same.
Mr. Kuziko continued with his lesson, "Class also take into consideration…" he continued as if he didn't care who fell asleep or who was paying attention, just as long as he got his pay check at the end of the day. I droned out most of what he said until Tatsuki, still glaring daggers into me finally said, "Orihime, are you ok?"
I looked over and stated, "Yeah I'm fine. Why wouldn't I be? "
Tatsuki looked really concerned for me, "You've been acting different ever since we took you to that concert. What's wrong? Are you sick?"
"No Tatsuki. I'm fine. Just a little tired. I guess." I smiled, trying to hide everything behind that false smile I put on my face. Hopefully she doesn't know that I'm lying, but she is my best friend though.
"You need to get more rest, Orihime. And stop being late to class, ok?" she paused, waiting for my answer. I confirmed my understanding of her with a nod. My concerned best friend face loosened. She was always there for me. When I was younger, she helped keep me together as I used to get bullied because of my hair color. She is an amazing friend. My two best friends would be Rangiku and Tatsuki and maybe even Rukia but she's been with Ichigo so much that I rarely see her…only when Tatsuki is around.
"Thanks Tatsuki. I'm actually fine. And I promise, no more being late to class." I explained feeling a bit relieved.
"Ok Orihime. Just know that you can talk to me about anything, ok?"
I nodded, "Yeah I know, Tatsuki." Trying to think of something to lure us off subject, I thought this ought to do it, "I also know that because sooner or later, the robots will get us, so I just need to hurry and get my education as soon as I can so they won't flood the earth with wasabi and take over!" I glanced over at my friend and saw her shaking with her head in her hands. "Tatsuki, are you ok?" I asked curiously.
My best friend blinked and after a few seconds she laughed, it was a while since I saw her laugh. It was really refreshing. I couldn't help but smile.
After that block was over, I felt relieved but I still was in a daze. One name couldn't get off my mind, Ulquiorra.
'Why am I feeling this way? I can't possible…I've only met him a few times and now I can't get him off my mind! Ugh I seriously have problems.'
The day went by fast, and the bell had already rung meaning school was finally over. I guess I'll walk home this time. Without waiting on any of my friends, I took the long way home to clear my head and get some fresh air alone.
I finally made it home. Ugh I'm so exhausted. I turned on the television. I put my phone on silent as I lounged on my couch.
'What's wrong with me? I can't keep doing this…I want to see him again but what will he think. I feel weird…different. But something was off. I don't know what but there seems like something is wrong.' I felt. Flashing through channels, I paused when I saw a familiar face.
'Here I have with me The Espada, the boy band. Tell us what you've just told us.
Ulquiorra was the first to speak, 'Well a producer came to us, realized our talent, and well I guess we were quite interesting.
How long will you be gone? Said the reporter.
Ulquiorra spoke again, 'Well we'll be leaving Karakura in the summer and we don't know exactly when we'll be back but hopefully soon.
Well that's really good. Good luck to you guys and this was your recent news on Channel 7.
Turning off the television, I couldn't help but to feel sorrow.
I couldn't help but to feel hurt…
'Was he really leaving? Will I ever see him again? Why do I feel this pain in my heart?' I doubt he feels the same way. He keeps pushing me away and I keep coming back. 'What do I feel?' I question myself.
'Emptiness'…before falling asleep that night, all I could picture was those green eyes that I fell for.
A/N: Hope you guys like this update. I'm sorry that I've been late with updating. Please R & R! Thanks.
