Chapter 3

Halley's POV

When I woke up, it was 10:00 on a Saturday morning, which only means one thing—football. I threw on a pair of ripped jeans and a t-shirt and headed downstairs to wake up whoever was sleeping in our living room.

Two-Bit was on the couch and Steve was on the chair. I ran over to the couch and jumped on Two-Bit. If it was anyone else, I wouldn't have done it. It sure woke him up because next thing I know, I'm the one lying on the couch with Two-Bit on top of me.

"Hey there babe," Two-Bit said to me.

"Hey yourself," I said while laughing.

By this time, the commotion on the couch had woken up Steve and he was heading into the kitchen. Probably for a beer and some chocolate cake.

Everyone else was dressed and coming out of their rooms. When they saw me and Two-Bit, they just shook their heads and went into the kitchen.

"Get off of me, Two-Bit. I gotta go across the street."

"Now why would you wanna do that?"

"To see if they wanna play football, that's why."

"Well, that's too bad because I ain't movin."

"Two-Bit, get off my sister before I make you," threatened Arya. Of course he got off after that.

I headed next door, hoping they were awake. I knocked on the door and waited.

"Hey Sodapop. Wanna come play some football with me and the gang?" I said when the door opened and revealed Soda on the other side.

"Sure, hold on. Let me go get Darry and Pony, then we'll meet you over at your house."

"Okay."

I walked back into my house and Two-Bit had put the TV on Mickey Mouse. He was obsessed with that show.

Shortly after Soda, Pony, and Darry walked in.

"Everyone ready?" I yelled as I saw them.

"Yeah, let's go."

We got down to the lot and we had to pick new teams since we had extra people. Arya and I were captains.

"Halley, you go first."

"Okay. I choose…..Sodapop."

"What! You're gonna choose him over your lover."

"Yes Two-Bit."

"Why?"

"He's way more handsome than you for starters." I smiled as Two-Bit pretended to be crushed.

Well then Arya chose Darry, so on and so forth.

The teams were me, Soda, Steve, Pony, and yes…..Two-Bit versus Arya, Darry, Aubree, Hannah, and Johnny.

Well we all know who won that game. My team of course.

On the way back to the house, Two-Bit came over and put his arm around my waist.

"I knew you'd pick me. You wouldn't let me be with the other team. You love me too much."

"Oh yes Two-Bit," I said sarcastically and looked over at Soda. He was walking with Steve, talking about God knows what.

When we reached my house, everyone went inside, even Two-Bit, but not before kissing me on the cheek. Soda and me stayed outside and sat on the porch. He was looking awfully shy.

"Does he always do that?" he asked looking around at nothing particular.

"Yeah, he seems to think I like him and that I'm playing hard to get. But hey, that's Two-Bit for you."

"So you two aren't together?

"Definitely not."

"Oh. Well, in that case. Would you wanna go see a movie with me tonight?" he asked.

"Umm…..sure. We could do that."

"Okay. Then I'll come over here around 7:00."

"Okay. I'll be ready."

He flashed me his movie star grin, got up and walked away.

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Soda's POV

After I asked Halley to the movies, I went home to get ready since it was already 6:00. I took a shower, put on a clean pair of jeans, a white t-shirt, and a flannel shirt with the sleeves rolled up. Then I greased my hair back and brushed my teeth, and walked over to Halley's.

I walked into her house and Two-Bit was sitting on the couch watching Mickey Mouse.

"She's not ready yet," he told me.

"Oh," I said and sat down next to him.

I waited about ten minutes before Halley came into the living room. She looked absolutely stunning. She had on a jean skirt, which went to the middle of her thigh, and a baby blue t-shirt. She had her hair down and make-up on.

After we said good bye to Two-Bit, we were out the door and on our way to the movies.

We got to the movies and actually went to the front entrance and paid to get in. Then we went to get popcorn and coca-cola, and headed for the seated area.

It was some scary movie. I'm not really sure what it was. Halley was getting a little scared, so I put my arm around her. She just smiled at me when I did and moved closer.

The movie ended and we headed for our houses. On the walk home we talked about anything and everything. We had a great time. We even held hands while we were walking.

I walked her to her door and said good night. And then I kissed her and she kissed me back. I had my arms around her waist and she had hers around my neck. It was a very soft, passionate kiss.

The perfect way to end a perfect night.