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Heartlessly Heartfelt
Chapter Four
As the bus ride continued, so did the confessing. The game had started and still hadn't slowed down.
"You're insane!" Frankie laughed, giving Draculaura a playful shove. "How could you do that?"
"I just did, alright?" Draculaura burst into a fit of giggles; collapsing onto the lap of her best friend.
"There is no way, that the craziest thing you've ever done is prank Bloodgood." Clawdeen smirked; ruffling the vamp's pink and black locks. "I cannot believe you."
"Lagoona helped!" Draculaura accused.
"Did she now?" Frankie mused; stealing a glance at the sea monstress.
"Oh, now whose question is this?" Lagoona countered with a laugh.
"Alright, Ula D..." Clawdeen chuckled one last time, toying with Draculaura's pink highlights. "Who do you pick for the last confession of the ride? And make it good."
"Hmm." Tapping a perfectly manicured finger against her lips, Draculaura thought for a moment. "Who hasn't gone yet?"
"I reckon everyone's had a turn by now." Lagoona replied with a shrug.
"I haven't." a quiet, British-accented voice murmured from the back of the bus.
"Robecca!" Draculaura exclaimed, with a smile.
"Whoa, hold on, you're volunteering?" Clawdeen inquired. "Frankie, is that allowed?"
"Sure, I guess." Frankie shrugged.
"Alright!" Draculaura let out an excited squeal and gave a little clap. "Hmm... Robecca, would you rather confess about love or... the past?"
"Love." Robecca said, with a small smile.
"If you were a guy, which ghoul, on this bus, would you marry?"
"Ooh, good one, Lala!" Clawdeen smiled; giving her best friend a playful nudge.
"Hmm..." Robecca laughed and fell back comfortably in her seat. "I haven't the foggiest idea, really. Marriage is a real big commitment and I've never really thought about it. Though... I think maybe either Rochelle or Venus."
"Really? Why?" Draculaura tilted her head to the side, only the slightest bit confused.
"Well, Rochelle, I'm sorry, but you've got too many rules, I could not live with that; however, the rest of your qualities, you'd make a decent partner."
"Ha, I understand that." Rochelle chuckled.
"Venus however," Robecca was thankful she couldn't blush as she gazed to Venus; who was gazing at her with her enchanting aquamarine eyes. "Well, you're more laid back. Someone like that, I wouldn't go insane with."
"My rules are not that bad, are they?" Rochelle inquired, with a playful glare.
Before Robecca or anyone could answer, Operetta hopped right up when the bus stopped. "Oh my gosh! We're here y'all!" Happy chitter-chatter could be heard all over the bus, unless you were Abbey Bominable, then all you could hear were the very light, cute snores of Heath Burns.
She moved a little, allowing him to try and stir awake. A couple groans were made, but no waking. So Abbey looked around and waited for them to be the last two students again on the bus, she took another glance around, making sure no one was present and kissed his cheek, then his lips softly. That surely woke Heath up from the peaceful slumber he'd been in. "Hello." Abbey greeted the faintest of blush written upon her cheeks.
Heath gave a warm smile, "Hey hot stuff."
Abbey giggled as she watched him wearily get up from the bus seat, it was obvious he was still groggy and sluggish despite sleeping as much as he had the entire trip so far. "Why you call Abbey hot? It is obvious she is cold."
Heath reached up a little and caressed her cheek, bringing back that warm feeling to her frozen skin that felt so good. "Abbey, you're not some cold, heartless monster. You're a warm-hearted, beautiful ghoul and any guy would be so lucky to have you someday."
Abbey blushed, but coughed. "Heath must still be dizzy." She told him, narrowing her eyes. "But is okay, Abbey is right here."
Heath chuckled, "Thanks Abbey, it means so much."
"Is nothing." she murmured; her amethyst eyes meeting his golden ones; causing her to blush even harder than she already was.
"Hey; you two lovebirds wanna make out in here or do you wanna hurry up?" Clawdeen was now the only one left in the bus; gazing upon the, dare she admit it, cute scene before her.
Heath shrugged his shoulders and followed Abbey out of the bus. Finally getting to the camp after traveling as long as they did felt great, but the view was even better. It was pretty breathtaking and gorgeous, especially for a campsite.
Whenever anyone mentioned camping, Heath always thought of legit 'roughing it' but this place seemed pretty far from roughing it, yet not quite as elaborate as a house would be – but this was nice!
It had seemed they weren't the first group to get there; for other teenage monsters were already rocking it out and just chilling; all of the groups immediately mingling with one another.
It had seemed even monsters with similar music tastes had already paired up. It had seemed the ones with prep-type like looks were into the classical music, the ones who had the street look were into rap and pop, while the rest of the teen monsters just mixed together into one scary cool music genre.
It was Operetta's dream come true so far! Music, music everywhere! Everywhere she looked some were playing instruments, dancing and singing… it was just pure bliss to her ears! She couldn't ask for another thing more. She couldn't wait to start jamming with some of these amazingly talented monsters. It'd be fangtastic to see what could become of this entire group.
Although Heath felt nervous in all honesty. Normally he was pretty charismatic and what not, but he felt a feeling of stage fright almost. He suddenly felt so small and untalented compared to everyone else he'd heard in the past five minutes of leaving the bus.
Frankie, Clawdeen, Lagoona, Draculaura– everyone was mostly over the moon about being here. It would be the most clawsome summer ever, they were sure of it!
"Yo, ghouls!" a vamp in skater apparel from one of the groups walked up to them. "And guys..." He flashed them a flyer. "An open mic; tonight! First night's always the most important!"
Jackson automatically looked over to Heath, who shared the very same look of nervousness with one another. An open mic? That meant singing in front of a huge crowd, right? They both began to tremble a little on the inside.
Cleo stepped forward and grinned graciously. "Oh thank you... uh, commoner. What frightful news that is. I... will have a chance to showcase my talents."
Toralei giggled and growled lightly. "I don't think standing at the corner for a discount when your price is already half-off is considered a talent, de Nile. Just, so you know." She and the twins snickered.
"I'd like to see you go up on that stage with your... 'back-up'." Cleo hissed back.
In response, Toralei just rolled her eyes and walked off; with Meowlody and Purrsephone in tow, like always.
Clawdeen struggled with her three suitcases of luggage, "Alright so… I need a cabin with at least a dresser and a closet. Where might that be located?"
"Don't stress Miss Wolf; your clothing will be fine." It was surprisingly Mrs. Bloodgood who'd spoken to them so suddenly.
Abbey smiled, "Mrs. Bloodgood? You are here?"
She gave a nod and smile of her own, "Yes, I just couldn't resist. Some of the staff are here so that not everything is completely new to you guys and we all get to have a great, fun–filled summer. Now, I'll show you all to your cabins. Monster High gets the good ones. Come along!" Soon all the students were following their principal through the campsite, taking in the nice view as they did so.
"So, Mrs. Bloodgood, how big are our cabins exactly?" Cleo questioned, as she looked back. "Deuce! Hurry up!"
Letting out a deep sigh, Deuce swung his duffel bag over his shoulder and kept dragging Cleo's five suitcases behind him.
"Should've have just went to sports camp..." he muttered.
"Would you like some assistance?" a familiar voice asked him. Rochelle. "Us gargoyles are used to heavy loads."
Deuce looked back at his girlfriend's suitcases. It would take him forever to lug all of them by himself... But then, he didn't want to get the help of anyone; he didn't really need it that bad, he was doing just fine but accepting help wouldn't be so bad, right?
"You don't mind?"
"Not at all." Rochelle said with a wave of her hand as she picked up one of the trunks effortlessly.
"Whoa." Deuce gasped.
"Ha, my griffon, Roux, she weighs more than this."
He laughed. "She does?"
"Mhm..." Rochelle giggled as she picked up a suitcase. "But do not tell her I said that."
Deuce smirked, unaware of the female gargoyle's helpless flirting. Such a shame.
"Deuce!" Cleo called. "Hurry up! I want to get the good cabin!"
"IT'S MINE!" Clawdeen shrieked as her and Draculaura ran with their several suitcases to the biggest cabin.
"Oh. No. She. Didn't." Cleo said, through gritted teeth as she sped after her friends. "IT'S MINE!"
Letting out a deep sigh, Deuce shook his head and Rochelle noticed this. What had come over her?
"We got dibs on the best cabin!" Venus teased from the balcony of a black and white painted cabin.
"Walk-in closet; try to top that!" Robecca laughed.
"Hey, Rochelle! Hurry it up!" Venus added, waving over to her friend. "We've got an extra bed!
Mrs. Bloodgood chuckled but shone with pride at her students. She cared for each and every one of them dearly, to have this experience with them meant a lot to her. Many years ago she and her husband were told that having children were not a possibility for them. He'd gotten very ill, died and she never took her wedding ring off. It stayed put right where it was meant to be forever.
She jumped at the chance to take in Abbey Bominable when she'd received the opportunity. Being a close family friend, she'd visited Abbey, seeing her grow up since she was knee high to a baby yak. Taking her in as she went to school felt almost like she had her own child. She didn't feel such an empty void now and being a principal, she often joked that she definitely had a couple hundred kids of her own.
She sighed, "Being here brings back some very good memories." Running a hand through her soft raven colored hair, she continued walking with the remainder of the students.
"How so?" Abbey asked as she was now walking along side Mrs. Bloodgood.
She smiled warmly, "I met my husband when we were away at camp. Fearleading camp to be exact."
Abbey raised an eyebrow, "You were fearleader?"
She chuckled and narrowed her eyes, "What is that so unbelievable, hmm?"
Abbey blushed and gave a small giggle. "Abbey not say that."
Bloodgood smirked. "I could tell you were aiming to say that."
Abbey rolled her eyes. "Maybe... maybe not. Will never know."
"Go play with your boyfriend, dear. I can see you two are well connected."
Blushing even harder at the Headmistress's comment, Abbey countered, "Heath is not boyfriend." before grabbing her suitcase and following Lagoona to the cabins; shooting one more glance at Bloodgood before turning back to her friend.
"So, Abbey, you excited for this summer?" Lagoona questioned, with a smile.
Abbey shrugged. "Music not option for Abbey; but seemed interesting and would rather not stay in cold village on break."
"I feel ya; my folks wanted me to stay in Australia for three months; but I can't stand being away from my mates."
The ghouls continued to talk as they walked into their cabins. The boys lingered behind a little bit, looking at one another as they realized they had also had to share a cabin for the duration of their time here at the camp. Manny looked over at Deuce who seemed somewhat relieved that the guys and girls were separated just for a bit. It'd give him enough time away from Cleo, to miss Cleo. "At least you'll have a little freedom now, man." He commented to Deuce, recognizing that Cleo was forever attached to Deuce.
He shrugged, "Somewhat. I mean, Cleo's just being a ghoul. That's all Manny."
Heath had another thought on his mind. "How am I supposed to do any music playing? Slow-Moe will bust everything." He laughed, having no hard feelings towards the zombie male.
"Nyyeahh, ughh..." He suggested to which Heath narrowed his eyes.
"Excuse me? No, I'm not going to wear sequins and grab a microphone. Nor am I going to pull off a Mauldonna Slow-Moe," many of the guys laughed as they made their way towards their cabin. "besides… silk really rides up on me and do you have any idea how extremely annoying that is?"
Jackson laughed and joked, "Amongst other things, you should really stay out of your mother's closet."
Heath chuckled but blushed heavily. "She asked me to work in her new heels around the house."
Clawd busted a gut, "Your parents are awesome Heath."
The fire elemental knew how lucky he was to have such amazing parents. "I'm really lucky, I know. And don't worry, I kept my dignity and didn't wear her heels... outside."
"I have the video on my iCoffin..." Jackson whispered to Deuce, who held back a loud laugh.
"Perfect blackmail, dude..."
Manny sighed as he sat upon one of the beds, it practically hitting the floor. "Whoops, guess I'm on the floor no matter what." He chuckled.
Heath grinned, "Like a decent whore, four on the floor."
Deuce laughed loudly, Jackson barely smirking – he didn't want to get hung by a tree from his ankles for laughing, despite it being pretty comedic.
Manny narrowed his eyes, "And you would know how, exactly Burns? Do you meet up with them shoe shopping?"
Heath decided to just humor Manny, "Oh yeah, it's total ghoul code– we go every Friday!"
Deuce smirked, "I so knew it, Heath."
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