ALLYS P.O.V

Ugh. Wednesday. It was barley Wednesday. Why couldn't the week go by as fast as the weekend?

Sighing, I spun the combination in my locker and opened it to get my books. As i was about to reach in, I stopped suddenly as a force sent my locker flying shut.

I squeaked from the loud noise it made and looked around for a face. I met eyes with Austin.

He looked like he was trying to get out of there as quick as possible, but glanced back at me. Why? Who knows.

The glare he sent my way looked a little forced and I was actually becoming quite concerned for him.

I shrugged to myself, reopened my locker, grabbed my books, and shut my locker gently. Then, I was off to AP Calculus.

AUSTINS P.O.V

Geez. Why did it take so much in me to just slam her locker? I used to do that all the time before. Actually, I used to do a lot worse than that.

I shook my head from unwanted thoughts, and headed to P.E. I went to the lockeroom, got dressed, and headed outside where I saw Dallas already waiting for me.

"Hey dude!" He greeted with a grin.

"What's up, man?" I asked, fist bumping him.

"Um not much, but I do have a question..."

I raised my eyebrow, as in saying "what?"

"Why did you slam Dawson's locker this morning?" He genuinely looked confused. And that confused me.

"Do you even know me, Dallas? Do you not remember that Dorkson is a nerd?" I asked, though I felt uncomfortable calling her that name.

"Dude, I may be clueless at times, but you can be pretty stupid too. So let me explain this to you slowly. "If you want to get Dawson to fall for you, you have to be nice to her, not make her hate you."

I swear, I almost punched myself. How could I forget that I was supposed to get her like me?! I guess I was caught up in trying to run from my own feelings...

"Shit. I forgot. Well, it shouldn't be so hard to get her to forgive me. I'm Austin Moon, after all," I said with my signature smirk.

"Whatever bro. Just try not to forget again" he shoved my shoulder in a friendly way, and we both walked to the track together to run some laps.

ALLYS P.O.V

Yes! Lunch time! I eagerly stabbed the lettuce of my salad with my fork and shoved it in my mouth.

In the corner of my eye, I saw Trish stare at me weirdly with an eyebrow raised.

"Calm down there, Allyzilla", she laughed. I stopped my aggressive chewing and looked at her, chewing more slowly, then swallowing.

I wiped my face and said, "sorry. Very hungry. Very."

"I can tell."

I got my water bottle from my backpack and started drinking. I was in such a good mood today and I don't even know why.

"Hey princess" I choked on my water. Never mind...

Austin sat down next to me at our table. I gave him an angry look.

"What?!" He asked, eyebrows furrowed as he put his hands up in surrender. I drank a bit more water before saying, "you made me choke, and almost broke my hand off this morning. Care to explain?"

He scratched the back of his neck with an unsure look on his face.

"Well, um. About the choking, you did that yourself. You get scared easily. And um... About this morning... Sorry about that... I was just- just angry at my mom this morning..."

I could tell it was a lie from how much thought he put into it.

I decided to let it slide, since the actual reason seemed to be bothering him. Instead of questioning him more, I simply shrugged my shoulders and continued eating.

I could feel his eyes on me while I ate. I tried to pretend like I didn't notice but it was seriously getting unbearable.

I tried to fight the urge to glance at him. I knew if I did, the situation would be extremely awkward.

However, curiosity always overpowers my mind.

After swallowing my bite, I looked at him.

"Why do you keep looking at me?" I asked, more demanding than I intended it to.

"Isn't it obvious, Ally? He's totally crushing on you!" Trish joked, earning a glare from Austin. That glare turned to another nervous neck scratch as soon as I returned my eyes back on him.

"What? Why would you say that? We're just friends Trish!" He replied to her comment.

"Riiigghhtt. Deniiiaallll," Trish said in a sing-song voice.

Austin turned red. I felt my own face heating up as well. Why must Trish always be so teasing?

When that was said, the bell rang to go to our next class. I got up and threw my trash away.

"See you later, Ally!" Trish said, and walked off to her next class.

"Bye Trish!" I replied. I smiled and turned around.

My face connected with a sturdy chest and I immediately jumped back. Austin stood there with his backpack on, and holding mine with one hand.

He smiled down at me, and said, "May I do the honor of carrying your backpack and walking you to class , Miss Dawson?" He asked formally.

I laughed and replied, "Why yes you may. Thank you, kind sir."

And so, we walked down the hall together. Slowly but surely, I felt his left hand going around my shoulder tensely. It was as if he expected me to bite.

Once he was sure I wasn't going to do anything, he relaxed.

When we arrived outside my classroom, he held up his right hand and grabbed both straps with both hands. I looked at him a bit confused.

"Turn around" was all he said with a smile. Oh, I get it.

I turned around and put my arms straight out behind me so he can put my backpack on me. I'm starting to wonder how the bad boy of Marino High can be such a gentleman.

"Bye Alls" he smiled, and walked away to his next class. I stood there dumbfounded as I watched him go. For what felt like the fifth time today, I shrugged, and walked through the door.

AUSTINS P.O.V

This is scaring me. I don't mean to be this nice to her. It just happens. It's like my mouth and actions have a mind of their own.

I mean, what friend puts his arm around his friends shoulder? Girlfriend and boyfriends are like known for doing that.

Man, what am I going to do? I really want that money, but at the same time, I really want to remain friends with Ally.

I groaned quietly and lay my head on my desk.

I never thought I'd say this, but I don't want to disappoint Ally. A week ago, I would've been so proud to have made her sad. Now, all I want to do is make her happy.

And to be the cause of her beautiful smile.

I sighed, feeling stuck and sick. Hopefully, rehearsal tomorrow won't be as bad as my headache right now.

Hey guys! I'm SO sorry it took me forever to update. Thank you for all your lovely reviews and follows and favorites! It seriously means so much to me. Sophomore year is just around the corner for me and I must prepare. I was already forced to go back to school shopping -.- Anyway, again, I'm really sorry guys. I'll try to update again soon. The reason for this update absence is mostly frustration about the things in my life and I needed to take a break. I promise the next update will be a lot sooner. I love you guys so much! Thanks again!