DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN THESE CHARACTERS, THESE CHARACTERS ARE FROM NICKELODEON'S HEY ARNOLD. I AM JUST WRITING ABOUT THEM IN THEIR ADULT YEARS BECAUSE I DO NOT HAVE A LIFE OF MY OWN.
Summary: We are learning about the characters in their teenager (or young adult since they are 18ish) years.
Author's note: Hey everyone! I hope everyone is doing well. I missed you all so much. Like I had said in my previous stories, I will be rewriting both A new world for you and Lost in the real world over due to them.. just not making any sense, since I finally have read both stories for myself. Both stories will be the same plots from before just adding some new parts and taking some parts out of the story. I might still write for the other two Original versions if you want me too. Let me know as always and much love to you and thank you!
Also this story takes place BEFORE Hey Arnold! The Jungle Movie existed.
Also in every story I write for Hey Arnold, Helga is going to be a weed smoker and Lila is always going to be a bad person. Sorry Lila stans.
THIS STORY IS ADULT THEMED! YOU WERE WARNED!
Hot. Very hot. Arnold thought to himself as he was laying in bed while his alarm was going off for school. Arnold was currently laying in his bed scrolling through his phone just procrastinating to get up and get ready for school. It's not that Arnold didn't like school or didn't do well in school, He just hated going so early in the morning. Arnold finally sighed as he tossed his blanket to the side and sat up in his bed. As he was getting up out of his bed he heard his phone ringing. Arnold sighed once more before finally answering the phone to see his best friend was calling him. Arnold slightly smiled before answering:
On the phone:
Arnold: Hey Gerald, what's up?
Gerald: Hey, we are on our way to get you.
Arnold: I told you, I can walk and you don't have to bring me to school every day.
Gerald: I know Arnold, but you know Phoebe likes all of us to ride together.
Arnold: I know, but I'm not really in the mood to deal with Helga's nonsense. I still kinda have a hangover from last night.
Gerald: Well that's what happens when you drink so much at parties. And besides.. You can't leave me alone with.. Ya know..
Arnold: Ugh she's there?
Gerald: You know she's Phoebe's best friend.
Arnold huffed and puffed while rolling his eyes.
Arnold: Alright, I'll be ready in about 10 minutes. I still have to shower first.
Gerald: Alright man, hurry up we stopped to BigAl's cafe. Helga wanted to get a bagel.
Helga: Oh pipe down Geraldo, I need to eat breakfast.
Arnold chuckled while smiling.
Gerald: Anyways, We'll be there in a few. See you then Arnold.
Arnold: Bye.
Arnold hung up the phone and tossed his phone on the bed. Then he stood up and started walking to the bathroom to take a shower. As he was walking to take a shower he started thinking among himself.
Arnold's thoughts: Geez, ever since Gerald got his license and his own car he wants all of us to ride together. I wouldn't have much of a problem if it wasn't just Gerald, Phoebe and me but no. For some reason Helga G Pataki has to ride with us as well. Helga has bullied me since literal pre-k for some odd reason. I'm still not so sure on why she bullies everyone but honestly while I have a major hangover I would rather not be bullied but actually left alone. There's actually a rumor going around that Helga has a crush on me. I don't think it's true so I always shut them down but hey who knows what might happen….
After Arnold was done taking his shower he went back to his room to throw on some grey sweatpants shorts and a blue T-shirt. He then grabs his white sneakers and threw them on as well. After Arnold grabbed his backpack he went down stairs to wait for Gerald and of course to eat some breakfast. Arnold starts to make his way to the kitchen since there is no sign of Gerald outside. When he makes his way to the kitchen. Arnold is greeted by his family. Stella (Arnold's mom) is cooking some pancakes while Miles (Arnold's dad) and Phil (Arnold's grandfather) are sitting at the table keeping Stella company and eating up the food of course.
Stella: Hey Arnold, how did you sleep last night?
Arnold: It was okay mom, I wished I didn't stay out so late. I feel like I didn't get much sleep at all.
Stella: Well, your father and I told you not to stay out late and go to a gathering on a school night. But you insisted that you would be fine.
Miles: Your mother got point Arnold. You shouldn't have went to a party on a school night.
Phil: Relax Stella and Miles, he's young and just wants to have some fun. Kinda like you both when you were younger.
Arnold laughed while grabbing some banana bread.
Arnold: I'm fine, just extremely exhausted and tired. But that's okay, I'll make it through the day.
Miles laughed while getting up from his seat at the table.
Miles: That's good Arnold. Have a great day son.
Stella: Yes, but how are you getting to school?
Arnold: Gerald is going to pick me up and drop me off as always mom.
Stella: Alright honey, do you have lunch money?
Arnold: Mom, I have everything I need. I promise.
After Arnold said that he could hear Gerald honking his horn and his phone ringing. He smiled.
Arnold: Alright everyone, I'll see you later.
After Arnold said his goodbyes to everyone, he then went out the door and went to get into Gerald's red Sudan car. He unfortunately had to sit next to Helga in the backseat but she was on her phone to even notice Arnold. After everyone was in the car Gerald began to take off and head to school.
Phoebe: Hello Arnold, I'm glad you made it home safe after the party last night.
Arnold: Yeah (laughs) I ended up going home after Wolfgang and his crew came and crashed it.
Gerald: Good thing you did, Wolfgang and Torvald got into a fight.
Arnold: Really? Why?
Gerald: Because Torvald was sleeping with Ruth but Ruth and Wolfgang were dating apparently.
Arnold: But Wolfgang wasn't even invited, how did he know about the gathering?
Helga: Obviously Rhonda. Crimeny. I mean she did post pictures of the party online.
Arnold just rolled his eyes.
Gerald: But yeah what Helga said, but anyways Arnold don't forget about my basketball game this weekend. You know you have to come.
Phoebe: You know I will be there. I'll be your number one cheerleader.
After Phoebe said that she leans over next to Gerald and give him a kiss on his cheek. Gerald just blushes while continuing to drive his car.
Gerald: Thank you babe. I can always count on you.
Phoebe: Of course babe, Helga and I wouldn't miss it for the world.
Helga: Woah woah woah woah, pause. I'm not going.
Phoebe: But Helga..
Helga: But Helga nothing. The school's basketball team is pure shit.
Arnold: Oh c'mon Helga they aren't that bad. They've been getting since the team got a better coach.
Phoebe: Yeah and if they were that bad, Gerald wouldn't be coming captain of the team after this game.
Gerald laughs.
Gerald: Babe, I was gonna tell them that.
Phoebe: Sorry baby, I forgot.
Phoebe chuckles while Helga rolls her eyes.
Arnold: Wow Gerald that's great. I'm proud of you.
Gerald: Thanks man.
Helga fake yawns. while Arnold rolls his eyes.
Phoebe: So Helga, how are your actives doing?
Helga: You mean my wresting?
Arnold: You're on the woman's wresting team?
Helga turns her body to look at Arnold.
Helga: Yeah and so what Football head? You got a problem with that?
Arnold: No.. I just didn't know you were into wrestling.
Helga: So? Why do you need to know anyways? What are you, my stalker?
Arnold: You know what Helga, never mind.
Helga: Yeah you better turn away before I kick your ass.
Arnold: Whatever you say Helga. Whatever you say.
Helga: That's right Arnoldo, whatever I say.
Gerald: Geez when are you two just going to kiss already?
Helga and Arnold: Kiss?
Arnold: Gerald, how many times do I have to tell you this. Helga and I don't even like each other like that. Matter of fact we don't like each other at all.
Helga: I would rather be ran over by a truck that had spike wheels than kiss this Football head. And plus who knows where those dirty lips of his been since he's been with the school's whore.
Arnold: What? What are you even talking about?
Helga: Exactly.
Gerald finally pulls up to the school.
Gerald: We're here, get out of my car.
Helga: Good, your car smells like Miriam after she "works out"
Helga gets out of the car and slams the door.
Gerald: Goddamn I hate taking her to school in the morning.
Arnold: I don't blame you. She's-
Phoebe then clears her throat while looking at Gerald.
Gerald: I'm sorry baby, I know she's your best friend.
Phoebe: Helga isn't as bad as she seems, she just has walls up that only the right kind of people can break down.
Arnold: You're right Phoebe I'll go see if she's okay.
Gerald: We'll meet ya inside Arnold.
Arnold and Gerald do their handshake they normally do. Then Arnold heads out of Gerald's car and starts to head inside. As he was going inside of the school he notices Helga on the side of the building. He walks up to her and hopes to apologize to Helga. She notices Arnold and rolls her eyes.
Helga: What do you want Football head?
Arnold rolls his eyes.
Arnold: Must you always call me that? I have a name you know.
Helga: You also came over here bothering me while I'm trying to debate if I want to go to school today or not.
Arnold looked at Helga confused.
Arnold: What do you mean? You are already here?
Helga: Yeah because Gerald drove me here. Sometimes after he drops us off I choose if I want to go home or stay. Most times I eventually go home.
Arnold: You shouldn't try to skip school that much. You need an education for the future.
Helga: It's a public school. You get passed whether you are there or not. Public schools don't care about education. They just want money, just like everyone else does.
Arnold: Although you maybe right, It's still important to go to school.
Helga: Then you go to school. I'll be out here smoking.
Arnold: You smoke?
Helga pulls out a vape pen and starts to smoke it while blowing out the air in Arnold's face. Arnold fans the smoke away coughing.
Helga: There's a lot about you don't know about me Football Head.
Arnold: Yeah, I can tell. Maybe we could change that?
Helga: For what? Like you said, "We can't stand each other."
Arnold: Well our friends are dating so we kinda have to get used to each other. Weather we like each other or not. Especially if they want us all to hang out together.
Helga: Fuck you. I don't need to get "used to you."
Helga said as she was walking away from school grounds.
Arnold: Wait, where are you going?
Helga: Away from you and this stupid ass conversation.
Arnold smirked while chasing Helga.
Arnold: C'mon Helga, I'm not that bad.
Helga: Is there a reason why you are following me Football head? Don't you have a class to go too
Helga said as she was walking past Arnold while Arnold was still following her.
Arnold: Well actually.. I don't want to go to school either.
Helga: Huh what happened too " You need an education for the future." Way to call your words hypocrite.
Arnold: Yeah I know, but I have a terrible hangover… and I really don't have the energy for school today..
Helga rolled her eyes and sighed.
Helga: Fine you can come, but try to keep up. I do move fast.
Arnold smiled as he followed Helga.
As Helga was along side Arnold all Helga could think of was...
Helga's thoughts: Wow, I can't believe me and Arnold are going to be finally alone. Maybe I should tell him how I feel.. Or maybe I should kick his ass.. Or maybe kiss him on his beautiful lips. Oh Arnold, if only you knew how much I was in love with you. How much I just wanted you to be mine. I know we are different from each other but I promise Arnold our we are meant to be. I long for you Arnold and I will do whatever it takes for you to be mine, my love.
As Arnold was way ahead of Helga he finally noticed how Helga was far behind him. He looks confused as she is just standing there smiling. Arnold slowly approaches Helga and taps her shoulder. After a few taps from Arnold, Helga finally awakens from her thoughts to look up at Arnold and see he is looking at Helga.
Arnold: Are you okay?
Helga could feel herself blush as Arnold was close to Helga; while looking up at Arnold. Helga had to admit how handsome Arnold has gotten over the years. Arnold was not the same 9 year old from 9 years ago. Arnold was much taller than Helga now, he had to be about 6'2 or 6'3. Arnold also had longer hair he wore in a man bun most of the time but now in his face some what due to the heat. Helga gulped as Arnold was looking into Helga's blue eye with his own green eyes. Arnold then tilted his head side ways looking all sorts of confused at Helga. He then cleared his throat.
Helga: Huh?
Arnold laughed while standing in front of her.
Arnold: Are you okay? You seem to have dozed off and left me walking alone.
Helga: S-sorry I was.. Uh. looking at the- Wait a minute.. Who said you could touch me Arndolo? Unless you want to loose a hand I advice you to keep your hands to yourself.
Arnold rolled his eyes while Helga walked forward. Arnold then followed Helga.
Arnold: Where are we going anyways?
Helga: I don't know, I usually just roam around and find something to do.
Arnold: Are we really about to skip school?
Helga: Geez Football Head if you are such a good boy maybe you should stay behind.
Arnold: No, I'll go. I don't want you going alone. I wouldn't be okay if something were to happen to you.
Helga: Relax Prince Charming, I'm a big girl. I can handle myself.
Arnold: Yeah but I wasn't kidding when I said we should get used to each other. Since Gerald is with Phoebe.
Helga rolled her eyes.
Helga: Whatever Football Head.
Arnold: Ya know, it wouldn't hurt you to call me Arnold; ya know.. My name?
Helga: Eh, I like Football Head better.
Arnold leaned on the side building wall stopping Helga in her tracks. As Helga raised an eyebrow trying to go around Arnold, he put his other arm up on the building and pinning Helga into the wall. Helga looked up while Arnold looked down at Helga smiling.
Arnold: Is that so, Helga? You like teasing me?
Helga: W-well uh.. I don't mean it like that.
Arnold chuckled while letting Helga go from his trap and walking away leaving Helga with her own thoughts.
Helga's thoughts: AHHH, Arnold was close to me again. God his muscles looked so good as he had me trapped to the wall. God he's beautiful. Relax Helga, you need to be calm. You don't want to do something you might regret later.
Helga sighs as she follows after Arnold.
A few hours later Helga and Arnold decided to go eat at Antonio's Pizzeria. As the two were sitting down and Helga was on her phone Arnold was just sitting there looking at Helga.
Arnold's thoughts: Wow even though Helga made fun of me for most of the day, I have to say it's actually nice hanging out with her. Yes, she's still mean but she's incredibly funny. She's also… kind of pretty.. I mean I never thought Helga was ugly when we were younger, I just always thought she was mean. I mean how can anyone look past her horrible personality. But my oh my has Helga grown. She definitely has gotten taller, Helga looks to be around 5'9nish. Helga also has gotten much curvier to the point her breasts don't even fit in her pink crop top she was wearing. Wait, am I checking Helga out? Helga Pataki? The girl who would taunts me daily? What am I doing?
As Arnold was still in his own thoughts the waiter came to Arnold and Helga's table.
Waiter: Hello, I will be your waiter today. Can I start you both off with an appetizer?
Helga: Yes, we'll take some bread bites.
Waiter: Sure ma'am. Is that all?
Helga: Maybe something to drink as well?
Waiter: Sure, what would you like to have pretty one?
The waiter says as he winks at Helga. Helga raised an eyebrow then rolled her eyes.
Helga: A lemonade would be fine.
The waiter: Sounds good to me. (To Arnold) And you sir?
Arnold was just sitting there staring at Helga. Helga noticed this then decided to throw a ketchup packet at him. Arnold shock his head slightly while looking at The waiter.
Arnold: Oh time to order already?
Helga: No Arnold, he's just here to take our pictures.
Arnold: What?
Helga: Would you just order your fucking drink so we can fucking eat? I'm fucking starving.
Arnold: Oh uh I'll take a yahoo soda.
The waiter: Gotcha (To Helga) I'm just saying beautiful, I would never ignore you. You're way to beautiful to be a second option. Try thinking about that beautiful.
Helga: Right, I'm thinking so hard about you; you can't even imagine.
The waiter laughed then walked back into the kitchen leaving Arnold and Helga alone. Arnold then cleared his throat.
Arnold: Uh sorry Helga, I didn't mean to space off looking at you. I was just thinking.
Helga: About?
Arnold rubbed the back of his neck while looking around.
Arnold: Oh uh, just what was for dinner tonight.
Helga rolled her eyes.
Helga: Men, you all always think with your gut and not your brains. Go figure.
Arnold chuckled while Helga rolled her eyes. Helga then began looking around then went back to her phone. Arnold then sighed while trying to think of something to say…
Arnold: So uh Gerald and Phoebe are still going strong…
Helga looked up confused at Arnold.
Helga: So? You've been talking about them all day.
Arnold: No it's nothing I just noticed.
Helga Okay?..
Arnold looked down then said.
Arnold: I'm glad we skipped today, I didn't feel like going.
Helga: Why? Because of your hangover? The hangover you keep talking about over and over again.
Arnold: Well yes and the fact that Gerald and Phoebe likes all of us to ride together. I mean don't get me wrong I like ridding in Gerald's car but I hate seeing Gerald and Phoebe together sometimes.
Helga leaned back in her booth that she was sitting in and then cocked an eyebrow up. Helga then started to laugh some.
Helga: Why because you have a crush on Phoebe? (gasps) Or maybe Gerald?
Arnold: What no. I like Gerald and Phoebe, but as friends. That's all.
Helga: Geez Football Head, take a fucking joke sometimes.
Arnold rolled his eyes then sat back in his booth. Since Arnold and Helga were sitting across from each other.
Helga: So then why do you hate seeing them together then?
Helga said while looking at Arnold. Arnold started to rub the back of his neck while looking down at the ground.
Arnold: Well to be honest with you Helga, I hate the car rides with them because well.. Gerald isn't that close with me anymore. Don't get me wrong I am happy for the two but ever since Gerald and Phoebe started dating it seems like Gerald and I never spend time together anymore.
Helga: So in other words.. You are jealous of Phoebe because she's taking your time with Geraldo.
Arnold: Well.. sometimes.
Helga: Yeah I understand, ever since Gerald and Pheebs been together; Pheebs and I never hang out anymore. Then when we do hang out all she talks about is Gerald. And the car rides in the morning are awful. I could be driving myself to school but Phoebe wants all of us to ride together for some reason.
Arnold: Wait, you drive?
Helga: Well doi, I just said that. Can't you hear?
Arnold laughs while sitting up.
Arnold: Well at least they are happy together.
Helga: Yeah.. But if he breaks her heart.. You will be permanently losing Gerald for life.
Arnold: Seems a bit dramatic, don't you think?
Helga looks at Arnold deep in his eyes while saying.
Helga: No.
Arnold: ..Okay.
Helga: They are a strange couple Phoebe and Gerald, but not strange like Rhonda and Curly. I mean Curly was a loser in fourth grade.
Arnold: Yeah he was, I can't believe they are engaged.
Helga: Wait, they're engaged now ?
Arnold: Yes, Curly proposed to Rhonda last night at the party.
Helga: Awe, I'm going to have to text Rhonda congratulations.
Arnold: I thought you and Rhonda didn't get along?
Helga: Helga doesn't get along with anyone that isn't Phoebe.
Arnold: Well, me and you are getting along pretty well for now.
Helga: That's because you aren't annoying me right now Football head.
Arnold: Even when I am not " annoying you" you are still throwing stuff at me in class or some what bothering me.
Helga: Yeah because it's funny.
Arnold: So it's funny to bother me? Do you know what that does to me?
Helga: No and frankly, I don't give a shit.
Helga looks ahead to see their food.
Helga: Finally our food is here.
After the food is put on the table Arnold and Helga enjoy eating their bread bites. A few moments later Arnold looks up while asking Helga.
Arnold: So what about you?
Helga: What about me?
Arnold: Aren't you dating someone?
Helga laughs while looking at Arnold. Arnold of course looks confused.
Arnold: What's so funny?
Helga: Why are you asking me if I'm dating someone? Are you trying to fill that spot?
Arnold: N-No. I was just asking since we are on the topic..
Helga: Well if you must know for some reason.. No I am not dating anyone. I don't have the time.
Arnold: What do you mean you don't have the time?
Helga took a sip of her drink and then put it down to say.
Helga: People only "love people" when it's beneficial to them. I gave up on love after y- I mean.. I just gave up. I don't have the time nor energy anymore.
Arnold looked down on the ground once more. That honestly broke Arnold's heart a little bit. How could Helga just give up on love? Arnold thought to himself. Everyone deserves a chance to feel loved.
Arnold: Everyone deserves a chance to feel loved, even you Helga.
Helga: And yet here you are single.
Arnold: Well that's because I haven't found the right person.
Helga: Yeah same here.
Arnold: Well maybe you would if you-
Helga: If I was what? Nice like Lila or dressed well Rhonda. Pft if someone doesn't like me for me then they don't deserve me.
Helga said while taking more sips of her drink. Arnold just rolled his eyes.
Arnold: Whatever you say Helga.
Helga: That's right Football Head, whatever I say. Anyway, I'll be back.
Arnold: Where are you going?
Helga: Just to the bathroom, is that okay with you Football Head. Geez you're acting like you're my dad or something.
Helga rolled her eyes before getting up to go to the bathroom. As she was walking Arnold couldn't help but look at her from behind.
Arnold's thoughts: Wow I knew Helga was curvy from the front but not from the back. Geez she really does take working out seriously. I heard that Helga worked out but I never really looked at her body until now. The things I would do to her- wait what? Slow down Arnold. You can't think about Helga like this. She's your friend… some what I think? Why do I keep thinking about Helga like this? It's weird.
Arnold started to finish his yahoo soda and waited for Helga to get back from the bathroom. While Arnold was waiting for Helga, he decided to check his phone. When he picked up his phone from his backpack he saw text messages from Phoebe and Gerald asking him "Where is he at?" or " If you have seen Helga?" Arnold huffed and rolled his eyes while chucking. Arnold then saw Helga coming out of the bathroom so he put his phone back in his backpack and then watched Helga as she sat down in the booth across from him. Helga noticed Arnold watching her and she looking confused at Arnold.
Helga: What are you looking at Football head?
Arnold: Oh.. uh nothing just uh thinking again. That's all.
Helga: About what now?
Arnold: What do you normally do when you skip school?
Helga: Smoke some weed or my pen and have sex.
Arnold looked at her confused.
Arnold: Huh?
Helga: I'm kidding, but I do smoke in my car then go home to sleep.
Arnold: Why do you smoke so much? Don't you know weed is bad for you?
Helga: I am bad. Haven't you noticed?
Arnold: I guess..
Helga gets up from the booth and pays for their bread bites and drinks up front then walks out of the restaurant. Arnold looks confused but of course follows after her. As Arnold was trying to chase after Helga Arnold noticed how fast she was walking.
Arnold: I guess this is what Helga meant when she said she moves fast.
Arnold said while now running after Helga. After Arnold had finally caught up to Helga, Arnold realized they were at Helga's house. Arnold looked confused.
Arnold: What are we doing here?
Helga: I'm going for a drive, wanna come?
Arnold: You would let me go for a drive in your car?
Helga: Don't make me regret it.
Helga walked up to a white Hatchback then started looking in her purse for her keys. Arnold just stood on the passenger side waiting.
Arnold: So uh, how long have you been driving?
Helga: Since 14, Miriam lost her license for driving under the influence so Miriam and Bob taught me how to drive.
Arnold: Well that was a very unprofessional thing to do.
Helga: Arnoldo, Miriam is unprofessional. I mean who else gets up early in the morning just to drink alcohol.
With that being said Helga finally found her keys and unlocked the doors letting herself and Arnold in.
Arnold: Well at least they got you a car at the age of 14.
Helga: This car? They only gave it to me because Olga didn't want it. Olga was having one of her "depressed episodes" because one of her little "boyfriends" broke up with her. So Bob gave Olga this car but Olga of course didn't want it so Bob gave it to me because " Big Bob does not waste his money." I've always been the second choice when it comes to Princess Olga.
Helga said while starting up her car driving away.
Helga: Bob and Miriam never care about me. I will always be the fucking second choice.
Arnold: I'm sorry. No one deserves to always the second choice all the time.
Helga: It's whatever, I don't even care anyways. I'll be out of this stupid city soon.
Arnold: Where are you going to go?
Helga: Why? You wanna follow me?
Arnold: No, I'm just curious.
Helga: I don't know. Where ever this car takes me, I guess.
Arnold's thoughts: I never knew how bad Helga had it. Maybe that's why she always bullied people. Maybe that was her way of showing people she actually cared about people? Or maybe that's just what she's used to…
As Arnold was in his own thoughts Helga was starting to think among herself.
Helga's thoughts: Oh my generous sweet Arnold, always caring about others and making sure they are okay. He's such a good guy and I love him for that. Yet… I can't fucking stand him. Who does he think he is getting me to spill the secrets about me. Fucking prick.
After a whole day of just driving around and talking Arnold and Helga noticed that school had been over hours ago.
Arnold: Wow I can't believe we really skipped school today.
Helga: Welcome to my world Football head.
Arnold: Even though you teased me, made fun of me and literally almost killed me.. I actually had a pretty good time with you Helga. You're not as bad as everyone makes you out too be.
Helga looked at Arnold with a shocked expression. She couldn't believe what she was hearing.
Helga: Y-You had fun with me?
Arnold: Yeah I did. Thanks for today Helga.
Helga: Hey, anytime Arnoldo.
Arnold chuckled.
Arnold: Almost close to calling me just Arnold I see.
Helga: Oh shut up Football Head
Helga said laughing, Arnold then rolled his eyes and chuckled some as well.
Helga: I had a good time with you too.
Arnold: Glad you feel the same.
Helga smiled at Arnold and Arnold just smiled back at Helga. A little while after they were smiling at each other Helga cleared her throat and began to drive Arnold home.
Helga: Well uh, I better get you home.
Arnold: Yeah my mom is probably worried about me.
Helga: Yeah, same as mine. Ever since she lost her license she's been " wanting to be close to me."
Arnold: That must be nice.
Helga: Eh somewhat.
After an hour of talking, Helga finally pulled up outside of Arnold's boarding house. Arnold sighed while beginning to get out of the car.
Arnold: Well I guess I'll see you tomorrow Helga.
Helga: I don't think so, I'll probably skip school again.
Arnold: Really how come?
Helga: I have to go pick up somethings.
Arnold: Really like what?
Helga: Weed.
Arnold: Can I come?
Helga looked at Arnold confused.
Helga: Why would you want to come?
Arnold: Well since you're skipping, that means you won't be coming to school with Gerald, Phoebe and me. Meaning I will be alone with them and the last time I was alone with them.. Let's just say it got weird fast.
Helga: Geez what happened?
Arnold: I would rather not get into it.
Helga chuckled.
Helga: Fine you can come, but if you aren't ready to go by 10:30 you will be left behind Football head.
Arnold rolled his eyes.
Arnold: Whatever you say Helga. Whatever you say.
Helga: Good, now get out of my car. I want to go home and shower.
Arnold got out of Helga's car and closed the door. As soon as Arnold closed the door Helga took off immediately as if she was in a rush. Arnold rolled his eyes once more.
Arnold: Hope she doesn't get a speeding ticket.
Arnold chuckled to himself then went inside of the boarding out letting all of the random animals run out while he went inside. Arnold then went straight into the living room where he saw Ernie, Miles and Phil sitting in the living room watching a baseball game arguing about who's team is better. Ya know the normal. Arnold rolled his eyes then went to find his Mom in the kitchen cooking dinner. Arnold walked up to his mother Stella and greeted her.
Arnold: Hey Mom.
Stella looked away from the pot that she was cooking in to look at Arnold.
Stella: Hey Arnold. How was school?
Arnold: It was.. interesting...
Stella: That's good Arnold. Dinner should be ready soon.
Arnold: I'm not really hungry mom, I had a big meal during school today so I'll probably shower and go to bed.
Stella: Well if that's the case, I'll see you in the morning.
Arnold: Yeah, see ya mom.
Stella laughed while Arnold went up to his room. On his way up to his room he ran into Mr. Huynh's daughter Mai.
Mai: Sorry Arnold, I should've been watching where I was going.
Arnold: No, it's my fault. Are you okay?
Mai: Yes, are you?
Arnold: I am too.
Mai: That's good, I'll see you later. I'm off to a concert.
Arnold: Oh, what concert?
Mai: Oh just some little band playing at a bar.
Arnold: Oh gotcha, have fun.
Mai: Thank you Arnold. Have a good night. I'm working after the concert so I'll be back in the morning.
Arnold: Well good luck.
Mai: Thank you Arnold.
With that being said Mai ran off while Arnold continued to walk to his room. As continuing to walk to his room he could hear Suzie and Oscar arguing as always. Arnold quickly ran into his room before Suzie started throwing things again. After Arnold made it to his room he took his shoes and clothes off just being in his boxers and laid in bed for a while. As he was in bed he got a call from Gerald. Arnold of course answered the call.
On the phone:
Arnold: Hey, what's-
Gerald: Where were you at? I didn't see you in school at all today.
Arnold: I just didn't feel like going to school today.
Gerald: Have you seen Helga?
Arnold: Not since this morning why?
Gerald: Apparently she's missing too. She wasn't at school either.
Arnold: Oh no, I don't know anything about that. After I apologized I went home.
Gerald: Funny since I saw you and Helga walking out together.
Arnold stayed quiet.
Gerald: Were you with Helga?
Arnold sighed.
Arnold: Yes, but it's not like that. We just grabbed some food and hung out.
Gerald: I knew you two were dating.
Arnold: We are not dating. Helga and I are just friends.. Somewhat.
Gerald: Sure…
Arnold: What is up with your fascination of wanting Helga and I to date? It's not going to happen.
Gerald: Sure it's not. Anyways I'm going to drop Phoebe home. You wanna shoot some hoops later?
Arnold: Maybe some other time. I'm exhausted.
Gerald: From what? Not like you've been doing school work.. Unless?
Arnold: Unless what?
Gerald: You and Helga skipped class to do the dirty?
Arnold: Goodbye Gerald.
Gerald: I KNEW IT. I KNEW IT. I KNEW IT. I KNEW YOU TWO WERE FUCK-
With that being said Arnold hung the phone up on Gerald. He then put his phone on his dresser then laid there looking at the ceiling thinking.
Arnold: Helga and I dating? Pft that would never happen.
After Arnold continued to think he eventually fell asleep.