Chapter 6

Nothing?...Nothing!

Kori's POV

The weekend was over, as well as the party; Xavier and I were beginning to talk a little more, but he still kind of annoyed me, i still hadn't decided if that make-out session of ours was a good or bad thing. Rachel and Gar were doing fine, no big drama issues…for now. Everything was great, for the most part. Except, ever since the party and Xavier's and mine little make-out sessions on the dance floor, Richard hasn't said a word to me.

I walked into oceanography and saw my usual seat was already occupied by John. So I sat in the seat across from Richard. It felt awkward sitting across from him, I felt his eyes on me and he shifted in his seat, he was uncomfortable too. I slowly looked up and saw it was not Richard looking at me anymore, it was Roy.

Richard's POV

Kori walked into class; I put my bag on John's usual seat so he would have to take Kori's seat, I just couldn't sit next to her. I saw her stop shortly after walking in, obliviously seeing someone in her seat. She took the seat across from me, I didn't want to talk to her but I had to see her face, she kept her gaze from mine, shifting in her seat every once in a while. Finally I tore my eyes from her, which is when she looked up. I looked over to my left and saw Roy staring at her.

Roy and Kori started talking about the party, who was there, about the music…all that gay shit. I rolled my eyes and looked around the room, finding nothing that interested me but Kori. When I looked at Kori… my eyes rested on her face; which was bent forward over the table, listening with the deepest attention.

"Yeah, I know. Anyways Kori, you know you looked incredible at that party" Roy said, giving Kori a sheepish grin.

"Aww, thanks Roy, well I looked alright, Rachel looked way prettier." Kori stated blushing and shaking her head at the same time.

"O come on Kor, you were the best looking chick there and you know it!" Roy declared. "Didn't you think so Dick?" All eyes turned to me…which was just great. Kori turned her head and looked at me, her breath held, her jade eyes sparkling, and the color rising in her cheeks. She looked so extremely sincere and pretty, that I forgot the question was being asked of me.

"Umm. Yeah, you looked great." I said turning my gaze from her flawless face. Everyone at the table turned to Kori and observed her at the same time. The table was silent for a moment and then John and Leonard burst out laughing, obliviously since it had become so awkward all of sudden. Kori confused by the laughter and everyone looking at her, hung her head down. Her face was covered with blushes. She slowly glanced up, presently through some stray hairs hanging in front of her face; and seeing that we were all still looking at her, hung her head back down. Suddenly I felt like I could look at her for hours…that's what scared me.

Kori's POV

O my gosh….why cant this class be over yet. Was the thought that kept rolling around in my head. Not only had Mr. Modd had begun an insanely boring lecture, but having Richard stealing glances my way, then shooting me weird looks, then denying it when I asked why he was looking at me and then would say something insulting to me was really starting to irritate me. Right then I didn't want anything else in the world, than for this class to be over. Boy was he going to get it when this class ended; if it ever ended.

What seemed like hours later, the bell finally rang. I pushed my way past all the boys and then remembering I wanted to give Richard a piece of my mind, stopped at the door. I leaned up against the wall waiting for him to come out. Finally he came sauntering out, he gave me a look and quickly turned away.

"Richard?" I questioned my voice slightly raised. He stopped at the sound of his name, but continued to ignore me. "What the fuck? Richard?" This was too much. I grabbed his arm and twisted him around so he was facing me.

"What?" he asked, a hint of annoyance in his voice.

"Wanna tell me what's going on?" I asked placing my hands on my hips. I just couldn't take it anymore, he was being an ass; and had no reason for it. He didn't say anything; he just stood there eerily still. Finally the ass decided to open his mouth

"Nuttin." Was all that came out.

"Nothing…Nothing?" I asked grinding my teeth. "You don't talk to me, you let someone take my seat and then stare at me during class, then make fun of me during class and then you say there's nothing wrong!? Do you honestly believe I was born yesterday? I'm not stupid Richard!" I could my anger rising and I could feel my face growing more hot which each word I said. And what did he say to all of this…

"You know, you're kinda cute when your angry." He replied smirking. I must admit I was a little taken back by his complement; it had nothing to do what I was trying to talk to him about. Then I remember I wanted to slap that smirk off his gorgeous face.

"Umm…I…well thanks….don't change to subject!" I yelled feeling myself getting distracted. "Now…what's up? What's with all the dirty looks? I know when someone's mad at me..." I stated feeling a little calmer.

I noticed him sigh, and then relax a little more. "Honestly Kori…I have no idea. At the party on Friday…" he started to say. Unfortunately he was interrupted by Xavier.

"Kori, cutie…miss me?" he asked flirtatiously. I rolled my eyes and turned back to Richard, who was looking rather mad. He glared at Xavier and then at me.

"I'm sorry Richard, you were saying?" I asked considerately.

"Just forget it. I'll see you later Kori…Xavier." He said firmly. His tone was angry and serious. He gave Xavier one last look and walked away. I just watched him walk away, my face felt hot and my stomach not so good.

"What the fuck is his problem?" Xavier said from behind me. I turned around so I could face him and glare.

"Xavier…you have the worst timing." I said giving him a slight push. "I need to talk to Rachel." I sighed.

I found Rachel at her car, she was sitting on the hood looking at a digital camera. Her face looked wet from the distance I was at; as I neared her car I noticed her eyes were puffing and her nose was red, which she had tired to cover up with make-up. She had obliviously been crying and didn't wanted anyone to know.

"Rachel? What'cha doing out here? Hey hun, is something wrong?" I asked, Rachel hardly ever cried, least not a school…something was deffinitly wrong. She didn't answer, never said a word, her eyes never even left the camera. "Rae? What's wrong? What are you looking at?" I began to get really worried. She remained silent and motionless. "Rachel, come on; please! Answer me!" I yelled, my apprehension getting the better of me. Rachel sniffled and turned her head in my direction, her eyes were filled with tears and desperation. She said nothing, but handed me the camera. I uncertainly took the camera from her and looked at the picture. My eyes widened as I looked closer at the people in the picture. I couldn't believe what I was staring at.

"O Rachel, is cant be right?"

Well next chapter up…and a cliffy, I was not as pleased with this chapter as I was with the last one, but its not bad none the less. I just have one request…if you read this please review it, I am always looking for ideas for where you think this should go or other comments. Anyways thanks to those who review on each chapter…luv yeah! So here is chapter 6, enjoy :-)