Chapter 2
The rest of the day felt like forever, then the last bell rang and I dashed for my locker and made my way outside to make my not so long walk home. I had my guitar case on one arm and my backpack on the other, but the whole walk home I couldn't help but think about that girl's party. I didn't even bother to catch her name. At least today is Friday and I have the whole weekend to look forward to. That's what I thought till I got home.
When I entered the living room I set my keys on the table and saw my mom practicing her lines for her new movie. I think she's starring in one of those Steven Spielberg films and she gets to be the damsel in distress. Can't wait for her to practice her scream. A couple months ago back in Chicago, she was starring in that Amityville horror remake and one night she was practicing her scream, she woke the neighbors and the next thing you know they call the police because they thought someone was dieing. Yet she still one a Grammy for her famous scream. Back to the story.
My mom signaled that she was almost finished, so I made my way to my room to finish unpacking. The house we moved into is a really nice one. It's a two story house with a sundeck and a pool in the back yard. It is pretty nice, but room was even cooler, it was the second biggest and of course my mom had the master bedroom. There are two guest rooms, but I don't think we'll be using them, so mom lets me use one as my music space. I have all my guitars and keyboards set up in there, also posters of the hottest bands on the walls. My room already had wooden flooring and a bed, so all I had to do was paint it. I'm still thinking about a color. My closet is really cool too; it's a walk in closet. It has shelves and drawers and a lot of shoe space. After I finished unpacking the necessities, I made my way down stairs to find my mom on the phone again talking to her manager. When she hung up she told me the bad news...
"Honey, I have to go to LA for a couple of days and stay down there, but I'll be back. Just stay out of trouble and you'll be fine. Maybe have a new friend over."
"Mom you can't be serious, we just got here and I've got school." I said.
" Just take the bus and I know we just got here but, look honey it will help my career and possible we'll be able to stay here for longer than a month." she said trying to find the bright side of things.
She always says and does things like that. One minute were spending time together and the next she's off going somewhere with her manager. My mom went up stairs to start packing, so I left a note that I was going out. I just had to get away and think. So I changed my clothes and decided to head down to the beach. When I got there I sat my towel down and watched the sun set. While I was gazing at the sun touching the water I heard a somewhat familiar voice. It was Patrick.
"Hey, what are you doing sitting here alone? Mind if I join you? He said.
"Sure" I said blushing. He sat down and suddenly said "Do you want to go to a party tonight?" I was thinking to myself that this could be the start of a good friendship, so I decided to go with him. "I'll pick you up at eight." He said softly. As he walked away, I was already planning on what I was going to wear. I packed up my stuff and headed home to find a rocking outfit and hairstyle.
In my closet I put out all of the possible outfits, but then I saw the perfect one. It was a The Academy Is t-shirt and some skinny jeans paired with a studded belt and my vans. I straightened my hair and put some extra colors in it, like red and black. Then I put some really cool jewelry on and makeup and I was ready to go. I always carry around a guitar pick in my pocket for good luck.
When I heard the doorbell ring I ran down the stairs to answer it. I didn't realize how nervous I was till I reached the bottom of them. My heat was racing and my palms started to get all sweaty. I kept myself calm and finally opened the door. There was Patrick, his hair was amazing, and he wore jeans and a My Chemical Romance t-shirt and a pair of DC shoes. He looked really hot. I couldn't help but stare. "Wow, you look great!" He said while his eyes twinkled. "Thanks, so do you." I replied. He took my hand and led me to his car. It was a white Chevy. It looked really new. He opened my car door. Wow, he's a gentleman I thought to myself. When he got in and pulled away from the curb the car fell silent. It was a little awkward, but I just had to break it. "So, where's this party at?" I said smiling. "It's not too far, but the girl who's throwing it said I could invite someone, so...I...chose you." he said blushing. That was so sweet.
When we arrived the house was lit up with strobe lights and lasers. It was pretty cool from the outside, but once we got inside, wow. There were so many people. The house was so nice and it looks like the girl had a lot of money due to the high ceilings and chandeliers. Plus, the family portraits throughout the house. Patrick took my hand and led me out to the backyard, where there was a pool and stage set up. "Oh my gosh, this house is amazing!" I said. "Yea, it's pretty sweet. Hey do you want to...maybe...dance?" He said nervously. "Yea, I'd like that." He took my hand again and led me to the dance floor. The beat of the song was fast, but once I looked into his eyes I knew I could rock it. The song ended and there was an announcement that the band would be playing in a few moments.
The hostess of the party got up on stage with a microphone. She was wearing a very gold, shiny party dress. I couldn't see her face but then she spoke. "Hey everyone, are you all having a good time?! Well then, I got an awesome band to play here tonight and please welcome the one, the only...Jonas Brothers!" she said into the microphone. I knew right then whose party this was and who was up on stage. "Okay everybody lets just keep having an awesome party and enjoy the music!" She said way too excited. Patrick turned to me and said "I didn't know that she was that close with the Jonas Brothers." "Neither did me..." I said angrily.
After they finished playing for about an hour, I got really tired, and told Patrick "I think it's about time that I be getting home..." I was cut off. "Why do you want to leave so early hun? Were just getting the party started." she snickered. "Oh I'm sorry I haven't exactly introduced myself. My name is Veronica and I don't remember inviting you. But I do remember inviting you Patrick." she said. "Want to dance? I promise to get away from this loser as fast as possible." she said taking his arm. I couldn't believe what she was doing! Then behind her I saw Nick. "You know what Veronica, I don't really want to dance with you, because I already have a date tonight and i recall that you said I could invite anyone I wanted." She just stood there in jealously. "Oh so you'd rather hang out with her than me? Well then let's see how much you'd like her wet!" She suddenly pushed me backward towards the pool. I stood once more and then out of nowhere she pushed me again. The water was freezing and I wasn't prepared for it, so I breathed in a whole lot of water. When I came up to the surface, I saw everyone laughing. Except Patrick and Nick. I was so embarrassed. I got out of the pool and then Veronica said "Welcome to my town. Don't cry, you'll mess up your makeup." I could feel my tears burning in my eyes, but I held them back. I just had to get out of there as fast as possible. So a made a run for it. While running, everyone was laughing and pointing. I knew I had to get here back, but not tonight, not tonight.