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I watched Shane stumble to the ground, his tipsy form flat along the cold, wooden floors. Have you ever had one of those moments when the world was spinning all around you, and the only thing you could hear was the sound of your pulse thumping louder than any other sound?
Everything around me was foggy, just a flashing blur. I could barely see Justin and his drunken friend obliviously laughing or Alex storming to the bathroom to find Nate. My eyes were focused on the clear image of Shane's limp body.
I didn't have time to breathe, or even check for the next beat of my heart. Without another thought, I was at his side, lifting his body up with a struggle. His body dangled along my side as I had my arms hoisting him up around his waist. Damn, I know Shane isn't this fat! I had to focus on my mission of keeping him safe instead of his steel hard abs poking against me.
I trudged to the door and carried Shane outside. The freezing air whipped at my face, cheeks icebound. I saw a black bench vacant under a giant oak tree. I sighed thankful, and hauled him over there. After a few attempts, Shane was sitting normally on the bench, his head lightly hanging to the side. I giggled at the funny moment. He stirred a bit and his eyes flapped open.
A scowl crashed on his lips when he saw me. The return of hatred twisted in his tired, hazel eyes. I rolled my eyes as he tried to stand up and wobbled clunking back down. "Ugh, my head!" He moaned and rested his face in his palms. I waited patiently just letting my eyes wander over the blinking of sparkly stars hanging over us. Shane groaned once more.
"My dad's going to kill me." He breathed as his fists lightly quaked. I placed my hand calmly on his shoulder. His head snapped to mine, his eyes wary and puzzled.
"Don't . . . . touch me." Shane tried to make it a command, yet it came out confused and unsure. It was easy to see that Shane put on his "jerk" attitude as a cover. I was so sure my Shane was still there, just hidden from everyone else. I wondered if he was afraid of being too nice, like something happened.
How right I was.
"Why did you help me?" Shane grilled. The detest and revulsion was dripping in his words. I sighed and played with my hands.
"You may be able to fool everyone else Shane, but I know who you really are." He laughed without a drop of humor. It seemed almost as forced as his attitude.
"You don't know anything about me anymore." I grinned at that. Anymore was the clear keyword. I chuckled and he just grimaced at me. We were at least having a conversation, so we were getting somewhere. I couldn't let his attitude or comments push me down. Honestly, where did all this optimism come from?
"Your right. So why don't you tell me what's going on in your life?" I asked as cheerfully as I could. Shane just scoffed, his hands curling into a tight grip. It was like he was trying to not punch me or something! I was still unsure of whether I should be afraid . . . or offended.
"You think after all this time you can just pop back into my life? It's not that easy, kid. You're a total stranger to me as I am to you. That little friendship we had is the past. It means nothing to me. Thanks for helping me or whatever." He stood up and stormed back into the party.
I caught of glimpse into his eyes before he disappeared. There was pain and something he cloaked expertly. I hurt him but I just didn't comprehend how. That was really bothering me. More than that dumb kid comment. I sighed again and snatched my phone out of my pocket. Hey, at least I got a conversation tonight. Baby steps right?
I'm heading home now. R u coming?
I let the precious memories of previous years clog my mind until Alex texted back. For some reason this e-mail the boys sent me when I first moved keep hovering in my brain.
Yeah, I'm coming out right now. Shane looks pissed, what did ya do?
I laughed at her choice of words. The door opened and Alex walked towards me, a carefree smile painted on her face. Once again, the eyes were full of things people didn't show. Something happened inside and I was going to find out what and I knew it had something to do with Nate. And of course my little Shane problem definitely needed some attention.
Baby steps, I reminded myself all the way back.
I updated like I said I would so you should be proud of me! LOL Ok, this chapter is ridiculously short so you guys get another one for at least 4 reviews tonight . . or maybe three since its like REALLY short. Chapter 10 will possibly be out tomorrow. =D
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