Trish and I ran as quickly as we could to first period which was literature. I could not believe this. I was late to class because of thoughts! I had a reason to be late! But then again I'm not going to let Ms. Robin know that I was later because I was being teased by Jonathan. I never told any adults about my bullying problem. I told myself that it was time to handle some things by myself, but then again, I can't really stand up for anything.

Back to topic! I'm never late! No! This was going to be a nightmare. I finally enter the classroom to see Ms. Robin doing roll. "Ah, it's nice to know that you decided to join us Ms. Rosa- Ms. Dawson, are you late?" she asked both of us, clearly shocked that I was tardy. I simply nodded. I was technically late, and just the thought of it made my heart break.

"Well, well than Ms. Rosa, Ms. Dawson," she spoke nodding at both of us.

"Let's have a seat. I'll write your detention slips in just a moment." she said in a tone of disappointment. I felt very guilty. I was never late! And it was all stupid Jonathan's fault! I don't care if that's a bad word (for me); he's a jerk. And don't even get me started with Austin…

Besides the fact that he's very intimidating, he's quite annoying.

I hurried and ran to my seat. I took out my journal and my book for this class. I placed my journal on my lap and took out my notes.

Awhile I'm writing down my notes, Ms. Robin drops off the dentition slip on my desk. I stop writing and focus on the little piece of paper that hurt my soul.

DETENTION SLIP
Given detention for coming to class

with an unexcused tardy.

How exciting. Note the sarcasm. I sighed. What to do, what to do….

Ms. Robin started the lesson. As she wrote on the board, I couldn't help but notice her height. She was awfully short. She was at least 4'7. She was an older lady, late 50's early 60's. She had a bob cut, and black hair with growing grays.

After 25 minutes of taking notes of America's rights in the 1800's, Austin shows up. He slammed the door open causing me to flinch. Again, he sure made an entrance.

I heard a ton of girls giggle behind me; enthralled by his presence. I close my eyes trying to relax myself. He made my heart rate go haywire every single time he opens that door. I don't know if it's because his presence was to much for me, or because of the blow he creates when he opens the door.

Ms. Robin casually turns around, a scowl presented on her elder face. Well, she doesn't look very happy.

"Have a seat, Austin Moon." she said in a vociferous tone, but then quickly turned peaceful and quiet when she said the words, 'Austin Moon'.

He shrugged nonchalantly and then scoped the class, looking for a place to sit.

I stiffened and felt my body go hard. I felt a lump form in my throat, and it felt hard to breathe. The air in my lungs felt like it was burning.

Breathe, breathe…

I then felt myself calm down.

Ms. Robin cleared her throat, "Austin, have a seat next to Miss Ally, please."

Austin just raised his eyebrows and cocked his head to side slightly. "Seriously?" he questioned. He spoke in a mix of vex and boredom.

Ms. Robin held her head high. "Seriously. Here's your detention slip. Now take a seat." she spoke clearly, raising her voice, handing Austin the slip. That was her way on saying, 'end of conversation'.

Austin rolled his eyes and shaked his head, you can hear him mumbling words like, 'whatever' and 'screw you'.

I had to keep myself from gasping. What a foul use of language! ALLY. He's going to sit next to you. Try to stay alive. If I hold my breath can I pass out?

Breathe, breathe…

You can do it Ally. You'll survive. Just don't look, talk, touch, harass, or move toward him. He won't do anything to you; as long as you don't do anything to set him off.

Ms. Robin had gone back to teaching the lesson. But she only became noise in the back of my mind. Austin walked towards me one foot at a time. Left, right, left, right…

I should stop, that seemed creepy on so many levels.

He walked over and literally, just fell on the chair. He was abusing school property! Poor chair…

"Hey nerd." he said out of nowhere, with 0 hesitation. That was rather rude if I must say. I remained quiet, finding it better if I didn't say anything at all. I felt him look at me as if he were waiting for me to respond.

I felt impatient. I was tapping my foot like a madwoman. He had this energy, that made me go crazy. Don't know if that's a good or bad thing, but it was sure frightening.

I looked at him. He was raising his eyebrows, something he tended to do a lot. It suited him though. The way it completely re-made the expression on his face. I have to admit, I started to stare at him in awe. He had really high cheekbones, and really stout, but plump lips full of color. He was fairly pale, but it fit him.

"Done staring?"

I looked away my eyes widening that he caught me staring. I felt myself flush, feeling heat not only go towards my face, but throughout my whole body. The pressure in my veins made me feel like I was going to explode.

"I'm sorry." I muttered, still feeling quite embarrassed.

"Eh, don't worry about it. I'm used to having girls stare." he said arrogantly, a small smirk turning into a full grin in a matter of seconds. I couldn't help but stare again.

His had the most beautiful smile I have ever saw, I didn't see it often (again, this was the first time I've ever seen it) and it was absolutely the most stunning thing I have ever seen. His teeth were perfectly straight and were pearly white. The curvature of his mouth was delightful. I have to ask him where he gets his teeth cleanings….

I stopped fantasizing over this boy's mouth. Wow, I didn't do that often. I then thought about the comment he had said moments before I was falling head over heels over his smile.

I'm used to having girls stare.

Well, someone is cocky and very full of themselves, aren't they?

"Austin Moon. I was not staring. I was simply surprised."

He looked over at me his eyebrows lifting, and a small smile forming on his lips. "You're cute."

Holy cake.

I felt like I was going to either explode and dissolve into confetti, or just start screaming. I couldn't help but saying, "What?!" in a quiet but alerting voice.

"The way you get all tensed up and have really accurate grammar. I find it cute. That's not really a word I use often, but it perfectly describes you perfectly."

I tired my hardest to not just explode into a ball of color, but of course, I failed. Then all of a sudden, I felt really uncomfortable. I don't know why, but ever since he sat down there's this feeling inside telling me,

He's bad news.

I hope you all enjoyed chapter 2! Do you feel the tension growing between the two of them? I kinda like it. :D Ally's character is a little hard to write, since I'm nothing like her, it's weird. But I really enjoy writing this story, so I'll probably get used to it. I'll have chapter 3 up soon! It's going to be a looooong chapter. Very intense; look foward to a cliffhanger. ;)