It's been a week since my mom and I moved here and I can easily say I already love it here. Maybe it's because of the weather and because we live right around the corner from the beach or it could be because I have been hanging out with Jack every day for the past week going to different places each day. I have to admit it was awkward at first hanging out with him but only because we had just barely met. But now it's like we are the best of friends who have known each other since we could talk. He really is my best friend. We have gone to the mall, walked by the beach, went on hikes and a bunch of other fun stuff. And part of me thinks that Jack has been flirting with me while we have been hanging out. There's been 2 times where he would open the car door for me when he comes to get me or takes me home or helps me up from the ground or lead me to where we are going by holding my hand but I could be misreading the situations. Nonetheless I have waisted enough time just sitting in my bed thinking about things that could never happen. It's 6am and today is the first day of school. I decided to go for a little run to clear my head before school starts since first period doesn't begin until 8:15. I got up and made my way to my dresser pulling out my black under armor shorts, my ocean blue sports bra and my 'I love running' white shirt. I lace my shoes, pull my hair back and grab my phone and headphones. I head down to the beach running along the side walk. Halfway through my run I feel a hand on my shoulder making me stop and take my headphones out turning around quickly seeing Jack in front of me. Shirtless and sweaty.

"Kim hey I didn't know you were going to go running this morning." he smiled while trying to hug me.

"Maybe hug me when your not so sweaty" I said laughing lightly pushing him away. His smile faded and turned into more of a smirk like he was going to pull something. Just then I took off running toward where our houses were and before I knew it Jack grabbed my hand and pulled me back so I was facing him. Just when he was about to bear hug me a girl in super short shorts and a sports bra with her hair curled called his name.

"Jack! Omg I didn't realize you run here in the mornings." she said twirling her hair.

"I run this every morning." he said clearly annoyed by her presence. I didn't bother saying anything seeing as it was none of my business to.

"Oh well Ive got to go get ready see you later Jack" she then looked at Jacks hand which was still holding mine and gave me a nasty look while turning the opposite direction and leaving. Jack and I then walked in silence back to our houses so we could get ready for school. Once we reached my house I removed my hand from his and told him I would see him in a little bit. He offered to drive me to school knowing I didn't have my car yet and I eagerly accepted. I quickly jumped in the shower and dry my hair then making small beach waves with my curler. I put my makeup on and go to my closet to pick out an outfit. Since my new school doesn't have uniforms or really a dress code I decide to go with blue shorts, a red and black checkered flannel that I roll the sleeves up to my elbows, a black tank top to go under the open flannel and my white converse. I eat breakfast and finish brushing my teeth as a horn honks outside. Knowing that's jack I grab my keys, backpack and phone and am out the door. I got in the car to see Jack dressed in a navy blue V-neck showing off his arm muscles with dark jeans and black high tops. He asked if i was ready to go and I nodded. Once we get to school I follow Jack to a group of friends sitting by the front entrance.

"Hey guys" jack said as he high fived the guys sitting there with a group of girls. "Guys this is Kim she just moved here last week and today is her first day at Seaford High. Kim this is Jerry, his girlfriend Grace. Eddie and his girlfriend Kelsey, and Milton and his girlfriend Julie." he pointed to envy one as I heard a few hi's and some waves.

"Hey" I said smiling and waving back. "Well I should probably find the main office and get my schedule before classes start. It was nice to meet you guys. I will see you guys later" I went to walk away when Grace grabbed my shoulders stopping me

"Wait Kim. W can take you there and show you around the school! We have like a half hour so we can show you around." she said excitedly.

"Sure that would be great." I smiled as she pushed me toward the doors. I looked back at Jack who was laughing lightly as I smiled shyly following the girls.

*Time skip to after school*

Our last class of the day, which all 8 of us had together had just ended. We made our way outside and we were making our way toward everyone's cars. It has been nice talking to them during classes and lunch. They are all so nice and I hope everyday can be like this. I have to admit it was a little weird hanging with everyone around their boyfriends and Jack and I just kind of being there but I don't care because they seem like a cool group of friends. Everyone parked by each other to which was cool. Jerry and Grace were at his car, Eddie and Kelsey at his car, Julie and Milton at his car and Jack was leaning against the hood of his truck. I felt like I belonged here. Jack motioned me over to his truck. When I walked up laying my bag next to the truck and leaned against his truck his arm went behind me and rested just behind my back on the truck. We stood there and all talked for a little bit before everyone started having their own conversations with their boyfriends leaving Jack and I silent. Just then Jack began talking.

"Hey you know what I just realized" he said smirking

"What's that?" I asked turning my face to meet his raising one eyebrow

"You never gave me my hug today" he said with a frown on his face.

"No I guess I never did" I said laughing. He gave me a look of question. Just as he was about to say something I pushed myself off the truck trying to run before he would hug me but apparently was too slow. Barely making it a foot I feel Jacks arms wrap around my waist as he pulls me back against his chest as he leans back against the truck holding me in his arms. I just laugh and put my hands over his as my back relaxes against his chest. His head comes down next to my ear and whispers.

"Gotcha" he said as he straightens his head and tickles my side. I just laugh and tilt my head back resting it on his shoulder with my head in the crock of his neck trying to catch my breath. I get a quick glance of Grace who took a quick picture and smirked at me. I smiled into the crock of his neck which made him smile. Just then a girl in a short black skirt, high heels, and a dark red crop top that came to her belly button caught my attention. She was walking over here with 4 girls. I stood up straight removing my head from Jacks neck and looked at her. Just then Jack stood straight removing his hands from my waist with his chest barely touching my back as the group rolled there eyes and sighs escaped from their mouths which told me they didn't want her here. Her hair was in tight curls, she had bright red lipstick, a lot of makeup, and you could tell she was wearing a pushup bra. I recognized her. She was the girl from this morning.

"Hey Jack" she said innocently twirling her hair and giving him googley eyes.

"Hi Donna" he said in an irritating voice. All I did was let out a small chuckle which caught her attention fast.

"Who are you?" donna asked with an attitude

"I'm Kim. I'm new here. I would say its nice to meet you but you know..." I said with a blank face as everyone burst into laughter

"Wow. Someone's got an attitude. You know just a heads up guys don't like that in a girl. Especially one that dresses like...that" speaking with arrogance as she motioned to me up and down while her girls just laughed. Everyone looked over at me and that's when jacks arm snaked around my hip and I could feel him looking down at me. All I could do was look at the ground and chuckle. I really did not need this.

"Ok well I think that's my cue to go. I will see you guys tomorrow. Thanks for your help today girls" I said walking forward making jacks hand slip off my hip hugging them and grabbed my bag walking down the street.

"Wait Kim." jack said running after me which made Donna mad as she stormed away but not caring as I kept walking while he started talking. "Hey about Donna..." he started before I cut him off

"Jack it's fine. You don't have to say anything. I honestly dont care what she thinks or says." I said as he grabbed my hand which made me stop and slowly turn and look him in the eyes.

"Kim I'm glad you said that. You shouldn't listen to anything Donna says. She's not important. You are. You're smart and fun and beyond beautiful. Any guy would be lucky to go out with you." all I could do was smile. "Please let me take you home Kim" all I could do was smile even more if that were possible and walked toward the truck pulling Jack with me. Once we said goodbye to everyone we got in the truck. Just as Jack started the car I leaned over and put my hand on his opposite cheek using it to pull his face towards mine and kissed his cheek.

"Thank you Jack for what you said. It was really sweet" I whispered looking at him smiling scooting back into my seat buckling up. He just smiled and put the car in drive pulling out of the parking spot toward our houses.