Violet and Mike were now the best of friends. They had the same interests and felt the same way about random things. Both of them were disgusted with the cartoons TV was putting on and they loved classic horror films. They also loved Chinese food and they studied the Japanese language.

It was hard to believe that Violet was a freshman and Mike was a senior. It felt pretty cool, to be a newbie in high school and have a pro guide you around, even if he has never been to the school.

After school, Mike would help Violet with her math homework since it wasn't her best subject. He wasn't like any tutor: They were loud. They spoke too fast and they'd yell at Violet for every mistake she caused. They were obnoxious and annoying. Violet liked how Mike said, "Try again." Instead of, "What is that?"

When he wasn't tutoring her, they were running. They'd walk to the park, then they'd shoot down the dusty dirt road like two rockets launching into space on their way to Mars. They'd try to hold each other back sometimes. The loser would have to buy Starbucks afterwards for the winner.

Violet ran up the steps of the hill, Mike right behind her. She tried to get farther away because Mike was right onto her. Then she got to the top and victoriously cheered until she fell onto the grass, out of air.

"You beat me." Mike said rather surprised.

"I always win." Said Violet. "Last time I was letting you win because you looked so sad, losing all those races."

Mike would just laugh with disbelief.

"Tell me something." He says. "If I get a girlfriend, or you get a boyfriend, promise me that it won't damage our friendship."

"You're seeing a girl aren't you?" Violet asked.

"Ok." Said Mike. "Her name is Wanda Painter. Really hot."

"Cheerleader?"

"Yeah, but that's not why I like her." Said Mike. "I like her because she's smart and pretty and we have a lot in common. Were going out to see a movie tonight."

"That's great." Said Violet. "Now, is this your first girlfriend?"

"I dated another girl back in Denver." Said Mike. "Wasn't my type."

"Oh." Said Violet. "So have fun tonight."

She stood up, curled herself up in a ball and rolled down the hill. This for some reason scared Mike. He knew she was a professional and she did her own stunts. He then had nothing to worry about because she landed safely. He sighed with relief. Then he ran down after her. After she saw him, she started running. It felt like Mike was Jason chasing a camper, herself. Mike caught up with her and grabbed her, then spun her around.

"Oh my god! Mike, that tickles, stop!" she laughed.

"Oh, somebody still has a tickle box!" he teased.

"Stop!" she begged playfully giggling. "Shouldn't you be getting ready for your date?"

"Yeah." Said Mike letting her go. Violet then shot off through the forest and back to the playground. "Oh you sneak! I am so not buying that anymore!"

They messed around a little more then went home.

"See you tomorrow morning Mike." Said Violet.

"Maggie's coming to your place right when I leave, just so you know."

"Perfect."

That day, Violet and Maggie were planning a sleepover party with scary movies and gallons of caffeine. She was very excited.

She watched Mike drive off to Wanda's house. She sighed. Something strange was comeing over her. She never felt this way before. She's never met Wanda but she was already jealous. She didn't know why she envied Mikes girlfriend. Maggie walked through her door with nothing but a tooth brush and a Gothic Nightgown.

"Are you ok?" she asked.

"I'm fine." Said Violet. "Listen, do you know Mike's date personally?"

"Talked to her once in the hall." Said Maggie. "She was really nice. Why?"

"Nothing. So how much does he like her?"

"Too much." Said Maggie. "If that girl dumps him, it's the end of his life. Whats up?"

Violet said nothing for a moment.

"Your jealous, aren't you."

"No!" said Violet. Maggie crossed her arms and grinned.

"Tell me the truth."

"Ok, I am."

"You like my brother?"

"Oh God Maggie, please don't tell him."

"Don't worry." Said Maggie. "Your secrets safe with me. In fact, you two look kinda good together. I can see him taking you somewhere nice for dinner."

"It's going over my head." Said Violet. "I cant stop thinking about him. I've gotta stop, this isn't healthy!"

"Too much love is unhealthy." Maggie concluded. "Let's just watch Freddie vs. Jason now."

"Fine." Said Violet. The very next day, Violet went to Mike's house so they could go out to lunch. When Violet opened the door, she was surprised. Mike was on the coutch kissing another girl.

"Hi Violet!" said Mike nearly embarrassed pulling away.

"Who is she?" the girl asked.

"Wanda, this is a friend of mine. Violet, this is Wanda… my girlfriend."

His friend stood there in shock. "Nice… to meet you." Violet said it rather slowly. "Get ready to go Mike. I'm gonna use the bathroom."

"Ok." Said Mike nodding his head. Violet ran upstairs into Maggies room.

"I'm so sorry." She said hugging Violet. "I know your jealous. But Mike was wearing a shirt and he usually takes off his shirt when he's inside the house with a girl he really likes."

Just as they spoke, Wanda walked upstairs and listened to them.

"How long do you think it's gonna last?" Violet asked.

Wanda was rather shocked.

"Look," said Maggie. "Just get to know Wanda a little more. Be happy for her."

"But she has what I want."

"I know but you shouldn't fall off the bridge just yet." Maggie soothed. "Just stay there. I know how you feel and I respect that. Now, dry those tears and have fun with Mike today."

Wanda ran back down the stairs acting as if she heard nothing.

"Hey Wanda!" Mike yelled. "Is Violet ready yet?"

"Almost." Said Wanda.

Violet calmly walked downstairs and walked over to Mike.

"Let's go." She said.

"Alright." Said Mike getting his jacket. "Bye Maggie, bye Wanda!"

Wanda blew a kiss to her boyfriend as he shut the door.

"Ok," said Maggie. "Since Mike's gone, you should leave."

"Right." Said Wanda. "See you at school in a few days."

"Got it."

Mike and Violet were eating lunch at a diner. Mike had a cheeseburger, Violet had a three egg mushroom omlette. She only took a few bites of it.

"Violet is something wrong?" Mike asked.

"Nothings wrong." Said Violet calmly. "I'm just bloated. I had too much caffeine last night. So, what did you do with Wanda?"

"Saw a movie." He said. "She liked it but I thought it sucked."

"She pulled you into a chick flick didn't she?"

"Yeah." Said Mike. "But I made a sacrifice last night. I really wanted to see Leatherface vs. Hannibal."

"Do you wanna go with me sometime? You know with Maggie and Wanda."

"She doesn't like horror movies." Said Mike. "But I'd be happy to take you."

"Really?"

"Yeah. I need to spare some more time on her, but we'll go next week."

"Sounds fun."

"I'll mark it in my phone." He pulled out his black chocolate phone and punched it in his calendar.

L vs. H w/ Violet and Mags

"Awesome." Said Violet.

"After today, I think you and Wanda can be friends."

"Sure." Said Violet. "I'll give her a chance."

But what she really wanted to do was take a chainsaw and rip Wanda to shreds. But she had to give her a chance. Maybe Wanda wouldn't be such a bad person.