Here's Chapter 10 by the one and only special Nicolee!!

And here's the thing. I want you to erase DJ from you mind. He is no longer part of this story.

Yumi--15 years old...

Nicole--15 years old...

Frankie--17 years old...

Eric--17 years old...

Theo--16...

Aelita--15...

Heidi--15...

Jeremie--16...

Odd--15...

Ulrich- 16...

Ulrich.

"Well, my brothers and I better go. See you around."

She was always slipping through my fingers. I could never get passed the little questions. At this rate, I'll never even get to ask her to be my girlfriend.

Yumi is not like those girls you date, Ulrich. She's different. She's special. Theo's voice echoed through my head.

He was right. She's way different. Not slutty or hot. But, she had real beauty. One, Nicole would never have. Or the other girls I've dated.

She was the one I don't deserve.

She deserves better.

Better than me.

Yumi.

I left Ulrich's house in a hurry, Frankie and Eric behind me. I don't think it would be good for me to be near Ulrich for more than a few minutes. He and I would get to close and the world would fall apart! OK, maybe that's exaggerating a little but Ulrich and I couldn't get too close. It's not right. No matter how much I wish it was.

"Yumi, slow down!"Frankie called, jogging up next to me.

"What's got your ass?"Eric asked.

"What kind of question is that?"Frankie gave him a funny look.

Eric shrugged."What does it matter? Something is bugging Yumi and I think I know what it is. Actually, I'm sure of it,"Eric had a glint in his eye that begun to freak me out.

We made it to the house in a matter of seconds. Eric and Frankie ran into the den to play their video games. I ran back into my room. Locking the door behind me, I took in a breath I'd been holding in when I got into Ulrich's house. I unlocked my dream box that laid at the edge of my desk and pulled out the locket my mother gave me. The star rested in my palm gleaming at me. I've never opened it to say the truth. but, when she gave it to me, she told me to wait until it was the right time. I wasn't sure what she meant. but I'm sure I'll know when.

I placed the locket around my neck. It felt cool against my skin. I shut my wooden dream box and lock it tight.

I ripped off my worn out shoes and plopped onto the bed. I rested my head against the wall and allowed my eyelids to close.

I thought of my mom and how I missed her hugs. How she used to comfort me when I was sick or hurt. Sometimes she would even play my favorite song on a piano to lighten up my mood. But, she can't do that now. Life is different without my mom. Nicole and I actually got along when our mother was around.

My mind began to wander as I was about to drift in to unconsciousness. But, a bang on the door got me to shoot out of bed. I flipped my hair around and answered the door. It was Ulrich!

He had a smirk on his face. He grabbed me by the waist and pressed me to his body. But, it didn't shock me as much as how I was smirking right back at him. Then he kissed me with his soft lips. I could feel myself melting into them. His kiss was like a drug. An addiction. All I wanted was more.

He lift me off the ground and laid me on the bed, gently as possible without breaking the kiss. I moaned as his tongue roamed around my mouth. Soon, our tongues fought for dominance. Ulrich had won.

Ulrich snaked his hand under my shirt as he whispered into my ear,"You belong to me. Not him."

My eyes snapped open. My heart was beating faster than a race horse. I could feel balls of sweat on my forehead.

"What just happened?"I thought aloud. And what did he mean by 'You belong to me. Not him'?

A soft knock reached the door, causing my heart to jump. Is it Ulrich?

I got up to answer it, my hands shaking horribly. Turning the nob, I closed my eyes and pursed my lips. The door creaked open. I peeked through the little crack I made with my eyelids.

"Shit!"I shouted as my heart seemed to be working over time.

"Is that how you greet friends?"It was only Theo.

"Sorry,"I apologized,"I just had the creepiest dream."

Theo walked into my room and sat on the end of my bed. I shut the door and took a seat on my black office chair.

"Want to elaborate?"Theo asked, with a hint of curiosity.

"I'd rather drink my own vomit,"I scoffed.

"That bad?"

"Yup,"I glanced out the window randomly.

I found Ulrich making an effort to pry Nicole off him across the street.

"Get off me!"He cried.

Nicole paid no attention to his plea and kept trying to kiss him. I glared and got up from my seat and closed the blinds.

"You want to go bowling with a few other people?"I asked. I suddenly had the need to go out.

His face lit up,"Sure! There's a new bowling alley down at Oakridge Mall."(No, there isn't)

He removed himself from my room and made some calls. Stupidly, I took a quick peek through my blinds. Ulrich cooperated with Nicole and allowed himself to kiss back. I tore myself away from the scene, feeling my eyes begin to water. Why am I crying over a jerk like Ulrich?

Because you like him.

Who said that?

You did.

God I feel like an idiot! First, I cry over Ulrich. Now, I'm talking to myself!

Would it help if you thought of your one-on-one conversation with yourself was with another person?

Um...NO!

Okay.

What's wrong with me?

You're in love.

If I'm going to be talking to myself, I want you to AGREE with ME!

I can't.

And why not?

Because I'm suppose to tell you the truth of how you really feel.

How can I be 'in love' with Ulrich?

Love is complicated. You can't explain why you feel things. You just feel them.

I feel stupid.

You're not stupid.

Yes, I am.

No, you're not.

YES, I AM.

No, you're not.

YES, I AM!!

No, You're not.

God Damn it! This is the worst conversation I've ever had with myself!

You could always talk to Aelita.

Where did Aelita come from? I barely even know her.

Try to. I bet she's having a worst time coping with the Heidi incident than you. Actually, you don't even feel like having a major break down. You actually feel neutral right now. What's wrong with you?

I thought you knew everything about me?

I do. But, there are special occasions when you can be very difficult to read.

Oh, thanks.

You better stop talking to yourself. Theo's looking at you funny.

I shook my head and found Theo staring at me like I was some famous celebrity that did some crazy stunt.

"Is everything set?"I coughed, nervously.

"Huh?"his face was still had a weird look,"Oh! Yeah, everything is set. Jeremie, Aelita, Odd and Amber. Amber is Odd's new girl."

I blinked in surprise. I never thought Odd would bounce back so fast after what had happened. Then again, I don't really know Odd's situation from his point of view.

"You ready?"Theo shoved his hands into his pockets waiting for me.

"Are we meeting them at the bowling alley?"I slipped my wallet and cell into my small black backpack.

"Yeah. They're all ready on their way there,"he said.

We took off in a run towards his car that sat beside the curb. We slipped in and made our way to the bowling alley.

X

"Hey Theo! Yumi!"Odd shouted while pointing to his lane.

Theo and I jogged over to him. He was grinning, happily, like his normal self. I'm glad he's okay now.

"Where's everybody?"Theo asked before taking a seat across from Odd.

"They went to get food,"he 'humphed' and crossed his arms,"They said I had to stay because I get all 'haywire' when I see food."

"Don't feel bad, Odd,"I comforted."I'm sure they just wanted to make sure there's food when we got here."

"Are you trying to make me feel better because it's not working,"he muttered. I rolled my eyes and took my seat next to Theo.

It was silent, except for the fact Theo and Odd were exchanging weird glances toward each other. I chose to ignore it.

It was only a few moments before Jeremie, Aelita, and Amber(I think) had come back, each with a tray a food.

Amber had brown wavy hair that led to the middle of her back. Her pale skin was a shade darker than mine. She had a model's body. Her legs were slick and thin. Her skin sparkled when it was caught by the sunlight through the window. I swear, every guy in the bowling alley was drooling over her. Except Jeremie, of course.

"Finally!"Odd sighed and leaped towards Amber. Amber stepped out of the way, sending Odd tumbling down a few stairs.

We all laughed as Odd walked back up the steps, mumbling to himself. It was a nice laugh. All natural and relaxed.

Once we got settled with each other, we all got our shoes and bowling balls.

Hesitantly, I listened to my other-self and tried to get to know Aelita. My other-self was right! Aelita was having a harder time coping with the attack. She felt she couldn't open up to a lot of people, thinking they would end up like Heidi. I told her I could be there for her whenever she needed me. She said the same.

Jamie and Nicole:Here are facts of why we hate all our teachers this year:

1)They are hateful bitches from the center of hell.

2)They stupid

3)They are fucking lazy!

4)We hate them

5)They make us look stupid!

6)They are already giving out tests!

7)They are BITCHES!!

Please excuse our bad language.