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Chapter 7

Clare's P.O.V., same day

I sat at the edge of Alli's bed, gnawing on the end of my pen nervously, while she lay sprawled cross it, her long black hair flowing down the side.

" Question number 10," she said stopping to think what the next question on the study guide was," What is photosynthesis?"

I sighed exasperated. " Alli! These are baby questions!"

She giggled and flipped over so that she was on her stomach. " Good, then it shouldn't be too hard to answer this question: Are you and Eli official?"

I stared at her and sighed. " Yes, Alli."

She squealed. " Ah, love. I am so happy for you."

I blushed. " Yeah, yeah. Now let's get back to the study guide."

We went back and forth quizzing each other. Time went by rather quickly, and it was 9 before we knew it.

I hopped up from my new position on the floor. " I got to get home now, Alli. My mom wants me home by 10."

She frowned. " Aw! Can't you spend the night?"

I rolled my eyes. " No, Alli. It's a school night."

She snorted. " Goody- goody."

I laughed. " Yeah, right. Bye."

I grabbed my stuff and left, waving goodbye to Mr. and Mrs. Bhandari. When I got outside, the air was chilly. I held my jacket close all the way to my house. The lights were out except for a flickering from the living room. I walked through the door to find my parents snoring on the couch. The TV was still on.

I smiled. They must have fallen asleep while watching TV. I grabbed the blanket off of the arm rest and laid it across the both of them. Then I walked upstairs and logged onto my laptop. I laid some clothes out for me to get in once I was out of the shower. The shower was warm and soothing. I got out quickly, not wanting the running water to wake my parents, and got into my clothes. When I got back to my computer, I saw that I had a message.

Eli-gold49: Hey

I smiled to myself.

Clare-e28: Hey. What are you doing?

Eli-gold49: Nothin', wishin I was with you.

Clare-e28: Yeah, tough isn't it?

I knew he'd see my sarcasm in it.

Eli-gold49: I seem to be rubbing off on u, Edwards.

Clare-e28: You wish.

Eli-gold49: Yea, I do.

I glanced at the clock. 11:09?

Clare-e28: I've got to get to bed. School tomorrow. See you there?

Eli-gold49: Now why would I pass up an opportunity to see your pretty face? Yea, I'll be there;)

I grinned so wide I think I pulled a muscle.

Clare-e28: Great. Bye.

Eli-gold49: Bye, Blue Eyes.

Eli-gold49 has signed off

I wore a grin as I slept that night. Eli Goldsworthy is my boyfriend. He's...mine. I fell asleep, dreaming of our kiss.

The next day, still Clare's P.O.V.

I was excited to see Eli today. It would be our first day as a couple. And my first day without KC nagging behind me for a while. I was one happy camper.

My mom insisted on driving me to school since I had been walking all week, plus she was off on Fridays. I kissed her goodbye and got out of the car.

" Have fun, Clare!" she said as she drove off.

I smiled and turned, running smack down into a body. I gasped, mumbling an apology. Then I looked up and narrowed my eyes. " You did that on purpose," I said, a hint of a smile in my voice.

Eli grinned down at me. " Now why in the world would I do that?"

I couldn't help but smile. " I don't know what goes on in that mind of yours, Elijah."

He covered my mouth and looked around dramatically. " Shh!" he said," No one should know my real name."

I couldn't get his hand off of my mouth so I licked it. He took it away quickly. " Clare! Doggy kisses? Really?"

I mock punched his arm. " Shut up."

He laughed grabbing my hand before I could put it back at my side. He brought me close and kissed me. My head was spinning. I could get used to this. I kissed him back. He broke away and wrapped his arm around my waist with a smile.

" Come on, girlfriend. Don't want to be late," he said. I knew he was being sarcastic.

I rolled my eyes. " Right. The last thing on my mind right now is class."

He brought his lips to my ear. " Well, then why don't we take off?"

I thought about it for a moment. Take off? Again? " Again?" I asked, speaking my thoughts.

He nodded. " Unless you don't want to. It's fine if you don't."

I shook my head, to my and his surprise. " I wanna go."

He smiled. " Great. Right this way, my lady."

I giggled and let him lead me over to where Morty sat. He opened the door for me and I smiled at his chivalry. He got in next to me and took my hand again as he stared the hearse.

He looked over at me and smirked. " Where to, Blue Eyes?"

I thought for a moment then came up short. But then I remembered that I didn't really care where we went, just as long as I was with Eli, I was happy. So I said daringly, " Anywhere."

Author's Note: Sorry, a little short, but my mom wants me to go shopping with her so I've got to go:( I will be updating again soon today! Maybe 3 chapters like yesterday. Maybe more? Tell me what you think. Suggestions are good. Any good places you think they will go? TELL ME! I know where I want them to go but maybe one of your ideas will be better. So REVIEW! Follow if you haven't already. PLEASE. It makes me happy:D