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I woke up the next morning to the slight sunlight, peering in from where my window curtain was cracked. I groaned and let out a yawn. I knew it was probably still early, maybe around eight. I stretched my arms out and sat up.
My room was a total mess. I had clothes thrown everywhere, more than half of them not even mine. Food was left around everywhere. The paint on my walls was chipped and looked like a golf ball had been thrown at it many times. I sighed and knew that one day I'd finally decide to clean it.
That day, though, was not today.
I walked over to my closet and threw on a pair of black skinny jeans. It was really warm in my room, so I put on a white tank with graffiti painting all over it. I still wasn't sure if I'd bought it that way or if someone had done it themselves.
I pulled my plain hair up into a messy bun and looked at myself in the mirror. Same old boring me, as always, stood there. I sighed and started walking out of my room.
Once I got to the hall I made sure to be quiet, just in case Jack was still there. I didn't hear anything so I crept downstairs. I walked into our small kitchen, soon realizing we had nothing to eat. I sighed as my stomach sent out a low growl.
I bit my lip, trying to decide what to do. I thought about getting something to eat, but then realized I had no way of getting there. Two-bit would get mad if I went that far without consulting him. I rolled my eyes at that thought. For God's sake I go to Buck's every freaking night! How is it that I'm worried about going to the Dingo during the morning?
I wasn't in the mood for greasy food anyways.
Then came a great thought: The Curtis'.
Of course I had to start thinking about my idea. I never usually went over there for breakfast, at least not without Two-bit. I didn't want them to think there was something up between Two-bit and I, even though there kind of was.
I was still sort of mad at Two-bit for yelling at me last night, or more upset then mad. I mean, I just wanted to help! I sighed and rubbed my temple with my index fingers.
I finally decided to go to the Curtis place. They welcomed everybody who was anybody, which guess included me. And truthfully, if Two-bit got mad about me leaving, then that could be his own problem.
I left the house and walked down the street to the Curtis'. There were a few Shepherd guys walking around who I recognized. None of them waved, or even said hi, just nodded their head, acknowledging my presence. Which is what I returned to them.
I finally reached the house and walked in. The Curtis place was a little less rowdy in the morning, but not much.
Pony was sitting, reading his book. Soda and Steve were already starting to arm wrestle. I could hear Darry in the kitchen, cooking a very good smelling breakfast. I wiped my mouth to make sure I wasn't drooling. Pony looked up at me and smiled.
"Hey Liz," He looked around me for a second, finally cocking an eyebrow, "Where's Two-bit?" This caused Steve and Soda to look up from their match got a moment. I rubbed my arm uncomfortably and shrugged slightly.
"Guess he's still sleepin'," I replied quietly. They all stared at me for a moment. I guess it wasn't often I came over and Two-bit wasn't right in front of me. Actually, it was never. They finally stopped staring ar me and got back to what they were doing.
God! That was awkward!
I walked over and sat by Pony, who smiled at me slightly, making sure to return to his book quickly. I restrained from rolling my eyes. Darry walked out, wiping his hands on a dish cloth. He immediately noticed me, and let me tell you that doesn't happen often.
"Well, hey there Lizzy. We don't often see you around here this early." He said to me. I shrugged and smiled at him slightly. He grinned back at me, which I was proud to get from him. Most people saw Darry as this tough, scary, built greaser who could beat you to a pulp in a second. And, technically speaking, they were right, but I could see a whole other side of Darry.
Darry could be a big, lovable, stuffed teddy bear. Now, I probably would never tell him that, but I mean, if you looked deep enough you would see it too.
"Okay everyone, breakfast is ready," I stood up with Ponyboy as he walked into his kitchen. I sat beside him, with no one in the chair to my right. We said grace and I got a little food while all the guys dug in. Everyone always complained that I didn't eat enough, but I just got full quickly, wasn't my fault.
I laughed a little as I watched the guys eat like pigs. Soda cocked an eyebrow with food stuffed in his mouth. It was one of the funniest things I'd ever seen.
"What's so funny little girl?" He asked with food falling out of his mouth, causing me to giggle. Everyone looked up at me and I felt the heat rise in my cheeks. My smile lightened.
"Uhm, it's-it's just funny. You guys eat like pigs," I teased quietly. Darry rolled his eyes and continued eating. Steve shrugged and continued also. Soda smiled.
"Yeah well, compared to you OF COURSE we eat like pigs!" He exclaimed. I rolled my eyes and he laughed. Wow, he was pretty damn cute when he laughed. I realized I was staring so I turned away.
The guys finished chomping away like hogs. It was very gross to watch them like that. I mean, I know that I eat pretty much nothing, but there's no way on earth NORMAL people eat like that.
I walked back out into the living room when everyone else walked out. I sat down on the couch again, beside Pony like before. Suddenly, someone came rushing through the door.
"GUYS! GUYS I CAN"T FIND LIZZY! HAVE YOU SEEN HER!" Two-bit practically screamed as he came crashing through the room, falling flat on his face. I had to stop myself from laughing as he quickly got up. I didn't think it was as funny though when I saw his eyes.
"GUYS I SAID- oh." He looked at me and I stared back. It seemed like we sat there for an eternity. I was praying Two-bit wouldn't yell at me, but that look in his eyes told me he would.
Two-bit and I barely fought, just small bickering things and it was usually when it was just the two of us.
"What are you doing here Elizabeth?" He asked, using my full name. Everyone from the gang who was there was watching. I had to swallow to gain my courage to speak.
"What do you mean?" I asked back. The gang seemed a little surprised by my reply. I wasn't usually disobedient, well, not to their knowledge anyways. Two-bit looked at me as if I was crazy.
I sighed as I stood up, crossing my arms over my chest. I walked out of the house, everyone staring at me. I didn't want attention! Not at the moment at least! Why did Two-bit have to be like that? Last night he wanted to get rid of me and now he was all mad I didn't stay attached to him?
Freaking ridiculous!
Two-bit followed me as I started walking down the sidewalk.
"Liz!" He called after me, but I didn't turn towards him. I was getting pretty pissed. Two-bit grabbed my arm and spun me around. I glared at him and he looked back at me shocked.
"what's wrong with you?" He asked me and I growled.
"What's wrong with me? How about what's wrong with you?" I asked him. He looked at me, confused. I sighed, frustrated, "Two-bit last night you told me to go away and now you're mad because I did what you said! I'm just a little frustrated!" I exclaimed. He looked at me and sighed, running his fingers through his hair.
"C'mon Lizzy, you know I didn't mean it!" He tried. I sighed and looked at him seriously.
"Actually Two-bit, I don't know if I do fucking know!"
"God is it like your time of the month or something?"
"TWO-BIT!"
"Sorry….sorry."
I sighed, shaking my head. Story of my life. I looked at Two-bit.
"Ya' know what? I-I need some fresh air," I said, walking away again.
"Liz-" Two-bit tried, but I ignored him as I walked away. I didn't need to deal with this shit at the moment.
I walked further away, not really sure where I was going, just not where I happened to be them.
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