Chapter 4 Making a new friend

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This time I didn't wake up screaming. I was covered in sweat and everything felt warm. I threw the blankets of me. I noticed my heart was racing. I knew this girl. I couldn't put my finger on it. I sat on the edge of the bed shaking from fear. It felt so real. I looked at the alarm and saw it was time to get up. When walked into the kitchen I didn't see Jane. I thought that she was already working. We had a huge fight yesterday and I again feel bad about it. We avoided each other when it was very bad. Deciding that I wasn't going to think about the fight I got ready for school.

I parked my car in the parking lot with my mind full of thoughts. I got out and locked it. I was walking towards the main entrance of the school, when I saw Mason heading to me from the corner of my eye.

'Hey, Rose. Are you okay? I heard about yesterday and Mia' he said.

'Hi Mase. Yeah, I am fine. I didn't get expelled. Everybody knows don't they?' I asked not really caring about what people were thinking about me.

'Yes, they are. Mia is a gossip girl person. But you punched her in the face. Totally awesome!'

'I don't really feel like talking about it' I said my voice irritated.

'Wow, easy. Just promise me you won't punch me' he said trying to make me smile.

'One more word and I will chop your arm of of your body' I said laughing. So this is a guy who could make me smile. That is good. I need it sometimes.

'Will not mention again' he said laughing too.

'How long before class is staring?'

'Let me take a look' he said grabbing his phone. 'Around 5 minutes.'

'I have to go. See you at lunch. Bye Mase.'

'Bye.'

I walked over to my locker and opened it. I grabbed my books for my periods until lunch. I closed it and saw a blonde girl standing. Mia Rinaldi, the girl I punched. She turned at me looking angry. Her eyes bored into my eyes. I tried to make an evil, angry face too. It probably worked. In a flaw she looked away and turned around back to her friends. God what a bitch was that.

I was very excited to spend the time after school with Lissa. She seemed like a very nice girl. Someone who I wanted to be friends with. We would go shopping. I was dying to buy new clothes.

The bell rang and I didn't even notice. I drowned in my own thoughts. I had to hurry if I wanted to get on time. My next period was Math. The only thing on school where I really sucked in. I once had a tutor and that helped. I came on time in class. The day passed very slow. I was happy when it was lunch. Mostly so I could eat. I sat again with Christian, Mason and Lissa. We talked and laughed. The second half of the school day went instead of slow very fast. Before I knew it I was standing in front of my locker waiting for Lissa. She was right on time.

'Hey Lissa. Which car are we going to take?' I asked.

'Mine? I know where to go so that seems the most logic' she said. We walked over to her car. It was a light blue Toyota Aygo. We got in and we drove away.

'I am dying to buy new clothes. So where are we going?' I asked.

'Me too. I need new clothes. Just to the centre of the town. There is a mall there with cute shops. They have loads of clothes.'

'Okay.'

'I am so excited to get to know you better. I really like to be your friend.'

'Yeah, so am I. You seem like really nice.'

'You too. So let's start with something simple. What is your favourite colour and food?'

'I don't really know about the colour but I love food with chocolate. That's always good' I said smiling. 'So and you?'

That is how the conversation went on in the car. I got to know that she loves all kinds of music and colours like me and that she likes salade. I got to know she is smart, wise, kind and always helping others. I was kind of the opposite. I was stubborn, impulsive and had a lack of self-control. I did help others and I thought I wasn't mean. She also told me her parents died when she was younger. She grew up with her aunt. She only had her brother Andre left. I understood her but I didn't tell her about my mom. I didn't tell anyone yet. It was too much and I wanted to get to know her better. I think though she could be my best friend.

The ride took around ten minutes. It was a long drive because it's a small town. She parked the car in the garage under the mall. It was free. I had never seen that before, free parking. I grew up in a city. Then you pay for everything. We entered the mall. It was surprisingly big for a small town like this.

'So where do you want to go?' Lissa asked.

'I don't know. Wow, it is big' I said surprised.

'I know it is. I know an amazing shop' she grabbed my wrist. 'It is close.'

She lead me to a small cloth shop. It was cute and the clothes were cool. 'I like this. Lets go in' I said smiling. We looked around and we both chose an outfit to fit in the dressing rooms. I chose a white tank top with blue shorts. Lissa picked a black shirt with white letters that said 'this is my selfie t-shirt' and long jeans.

The both of us were satisfied with are clothes. We paid them and just walked around in the mall. My eyes fell on a black strapless dress. Lissa saw it.

'It would look good on you. I know it' she said.

'I am not sure. When am I going to wear it?'

'You can save it for a date. Or maybe you have a party soon. Just try it on.'

'It couldn't hurt I guess.'

We walked into the shop. There was a woman standing behind the cash register. I walked over to her.

'Can I help you?' she asked.

'Yes, I would like to try on that dress there.' I pointed at it.

'I'll get it for you. Just a second.' The woman grabbed the dress and handed it over to me. 'The dressing room is over there.'

'Thank you. Come on, Liss' I said. Lissa said I could call her that if I wanted to. It is her nickname.

'Coming!'

I tried on the dress and I had to admit it I liked it a lot. I felt like it was made for me. I was going to take it.

'You look good in it, Rose. You must take it' Lissa said approving.

'I will.' I changed back into my normal clothes and paid for the dress. The rest of the day we were just looking at clothes. I was so happy with the dress. This day went very well. School also. I didn't see Mia there again.

'Do you want to eat something? I am starving' I said.

'Sure. There is a restaurant nearby. They have great pizza's.'

'Sounds good. I really need something like that.'

The restaurant was indeed really close. It was in the mall as well. We sat down and were deciding what to order. There was a lot on the menu. I eventually ordered a pizza and a coke. Lissa ordered the same. It didn't took long and the pizzas were done. It was delicious. They were big and it tasted like it was made in Italy. When we were both done eating we went to the car.

On the drive to the school where my car still was parked we started talking again. This time it was about boys.

'So you have a relationship with Christian for over a year?' I asked. She nodded.

'How did you meet?' I asked curious.

'Through a friend actually. Mason. He knew Christian since the primary school. He thought we would be a good fit for each other. He introduced us and we had a connection instantly. For me it was love at first sight.'

'I would never had guessed that. It is cute. A year is long.'

'So is there someone you like?'

'No not really. I had a boyfriend though. But he cheated at me. His name was Jesse. We had over half a year when I found out he was seeing other girls. Thank god I never slept with him.'

'I am sorry.'

'Don't be. It is not your fault' I said waving her apology away.

'What do you think about Mason?' she asked. She looked curious.

'I like him as a friend but nothing more. And I am not ready for a relationship right know.'

'I get it.'

I was considering telling her about my mom. I trusted her after our shopping trip. She could understand. She has been through the same thing.

'I want to tell you why I moved here. I didn't tell anyone else yet' I said to Lissa.

'You can tell me' she said.

'Well, my mom died about one or two weeks ago. Now I have to live with an old best friend of her.'

'Now I get why you acted distant yesterday when Christian began about it.'

'And it is why I punched Mia. She said something about my mom and I just lost it.'

'I would do the same I think. I am so sorry, Rose. But what about your dad?'

'He left me and my mom when I was still young. I don't remember him and haven't seen a picture of him.'

'That is rough. I am here for you.'

'We are already at school' I said noticing. She stopped at the side. She hugged me and I hugged her back. 'See you tomorrow' I said.

'Bye, Rose.'

I got in my car and drove away. I told her. That means I must really trust Lissa. I was home fast. I entered the house and saw Jane sitting on the couch reading. She looked up at me when she heard me.

'We need to talk' she said serious.

'Okay.' I sat down on a chair facing her.

'About yesterday, I am not your mom. I will never be. But I am only looking out for you. You are like family to me.' Jane said.

'I know' I muttered. 'I don't want to fight. I am sick of it.'

'So am I, Rose. But we will keep fighting. It is part of a bound with someone.'

'I understand that. I really do. But I am just sick of all my problems and fighting with you doesn't help.'

'Is this then finally over?' Jane asked.

'I guess so. I am sorry Jane for screaming at you. You do feel like a mother to me in these times.'

'I am always here for you.'

'Thanks.' I am so glad that this is over. Like I said before she did feel like a second mother to me. She took care for me right now and I am very grateful for that.

'Tell me all about your day' Jane said. I walked over to here and sat down on the couch next to her. I told about school and that I went shopping with Lissa. She seemed proud for some reason.

'Lissa sounds nice' she stated.

'She is. I even told her about mom' I said. Jane looked surprised at me. She probably thought I wouldn't tell anybody.

'About something else.. I got promoted!'

'Really?! Congrats Jane!' I said practically yelling from enthusiasm. I hugged her.

'And there is a business party Friday at my work. Will you please come?'

'I will. Of course Jane.'

'That is settled then.'

'I think I am going to bed. I am tired and school is tomorrow. Good night.'

'Goodnight, Rose.'

I walked to my room changed in my Pj's and laid down on my bed. I was really tired. A lot happened today. I was for the first time really happy since my mom died. It didn't took long before I drifted off to sleep. But then again I got a nightmare.

The girl faced me with her blank and white eyes. She scared the crap out of me. She walked over to me. I screamed but I couldn't move. She came closer and closer. She stopped in front of me. A few inches away from me. She had an evil grin on her face. She lifted her hands to my throat. She was strangling me. Her hands felt cold. I tried to catch breath but it didn't work.

A/N: Thank you all for the support! So Dimitri will come next chapter :D I would like to know do you want Dimitri's Point of views in this story.