Author's note: Hey everyone! I hope everyone is doing well. I missed you all so much. I had said in my previous stories, I will be rewriting both A New world for you and Lost in the real world over. I might still write for the other two original versions if I run out of story ideas. Let me know if you are interested. Always and much love to you and thank you for reading :)
DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN THESE CHARACTERS; THESE CHARACTERS ARE FROM NICKELODEON'S HEY ARNOLD.
Summary: We are learning about the characters in their teenage years.
This story takes place BEFORE Hey Arnold! The Jungle Movie existed.
THIS STORY CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE AND THEMES NOT MEANT FOR CHILDREN! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!
Hot. Very hot, Arnold thought to himself as he was lying in bed while his alarm was going off for school. He was currently 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 to school 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 off of his bed, he heard his phone ringing. He sighed once more before finally answering the phone to see his best friend 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 drive to school 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 kind of 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... Her...
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, 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 it on the bed. After he tossed his phone on the bed, he then got up and smiled.
Arnold: Some things just never change.
After Arnold was done talking among himself, he then started walking to the bathroom to take a shower; as he was walking, 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 was just Gerald, Phoebe and me but no. For some reason Helga G Pataki has to ride with us as well. Helga has bullied everyone since our daycare days for some odd reason. Although she teases everyone, for some reason I always get the worst from her. It goes from spit balls at the back of my head, one time she even cut my hair, or gluing feathers to my butt. I'm still not so sure on why she bullies everyone, it's just something she does. No one knows why Helga is the way she is, but hopefully just for today things could change... It probably won't but hey who knows, anything could happen...
After Arnold was done taking his shower, he went back to his room to throw on some grey shorts and a blue T-shirt. He then grabs his sneakers and threw them on as well. After Arnold grabbed his backpack, he went downstairs to start eating some breakfast while waiting for Gerald to arrive. 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 on a school night. But you insisted that you would be fine.
Miles: Your mother got point Arnold. You shouldn't have gone to a party on a school night. That's a silly idea.
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. Same thing every day
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.
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 to Arnold's luck, she was on her phone and didn't notice Arnold yet. 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 after you disappeared.
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 fucking Ruth, but Ruth and Wolfgang are dating apparently.
Arnold: But Wolfgang wasn't even invited, how did he know about the gathering?
Helga: Obviously Rhonda. Crimeny, she posted pictures of the party online.
Arnold just rolled his eyes.
Gerald: But yeah, what Helga said. 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 the gang to school.
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 going to tell them that.
Phoebe: Sorry baby, I forgot.
Phoebe chuckles while Helga rolls her eyes.
Helga: You've got to be kidding me.
Arnold: Wow Gerald that's great. I'm proud of you.
Gerald: Thanks man.
Helga fakes a yawn. 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 Arnold directly in his eyes.
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 bang already?
Helga and Arnold: Bang?
Arnold: Gerald, how many times do I have to tell you this. Helga and I don't like each other like that. Matter of fact we don't like each other at all.
Helga: I would rather be run over by a truck that had spike wheels than sleep this Football head. And plus, who knows where his friend downstairs has been after 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: I'll go see if she's okay.
Gerald: We'll meet ya inside Arnold.
After Arnold and Gerald do their handshake, they normally do; Arnold then 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: Do you always have 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 skip school that much. You need an education for the future.
Helga: It's a public school. You pass whether you are here or not. Public schools don't care about education. They just want your money, just like everyone else does.
Arnold: Although you may be right, it's still important to go to school.
Helga: Then YOU go to school. I'll be out here seeing what I can get into.
Arnold: What do you mean?
Helga: There might be stuff to do. I'm going to find out what I can do.
Arnold: So, you're skipping school?
Helga: Doi, I just said that.
Arnold: I don't think that's a good idea.
Helga rolls her eyes while walk away from Arnold.
Helga: Good thing I'm not thinking or asking you.
Arnold: Clearly.
Arnold mumbled to himself as he started to follow after Helga.
Arnold: So...
Arnold said as he cleared his throat.
Arnold: How long have you been skipping school?
Helga: Since freshmen year.
Arnold: Wow, I didn't know that.
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 Helga, so we kind of have to get used to each other; whether 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 farther away from Arnold.
Arnold: Wait, where are you going?
Helga: Away from you and this stupid ass conversation.
Arnold smirked while chasing after Helga.
Arnold: C'mon Helga, I'm not that bad.
Helga: Is there some 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 he 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 after Helga.
As Helga was alongside 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 since we are alone. 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 standing in front of her. 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 somewhat 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 sideways looking 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, Arnoldo? Unless you want to lose a hand, I advise you to keep your hands to yourself.
Arnold rolled his eyes while Helga walked forward. Arnold then followed after 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, I know, 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.
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 wall, pinning Helga into the wall. Helga looked up while Arnold looked down at Helga smirking. Helga was confused but Arnold looked like a predator looking for their next meal.
Arnold: Is that so, Helga? You like being a tease?
Helga: W-well uh.. I don't mean it like that...
Arnold chuckled.
Arnold: I couldn't tell with the way you're always teasing me.
Arnold said looking Helga up and down while smirking at her. Helga gulped while blushing nonstop, she wasn't sure what has gotten into Arnold, but definitely liked it.
Helga's thoughts: I always dreamed of Arnold taking control of me in public, but I never thought it would happen so soon. What do I do now?
Arnold chuckled while letting go of Helga. He then walked away letting Helga alone with her thoughts for a while.
Helga's thoughts: Damn his muscles looked so good as he had me trapped to the wall. Really wished he would've taken me right then and there. I was so ready for it. (Sigh) Relax Helga, you need to calm down. You don't want to do something you might regret later...Or would I regret it?...
Helga sighs as she follows after Arnold.
A few hours later Helga and Arnold decided to go eat at Antonio's Pizzeria. The two were sitting down across from each other in a both. Helga was on her phone while 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 admit 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 where 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 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 our own baskets of bread bites.
Waiter: Sure ma'am. Is that all?
Helga: Can we have something to drink as well?
Waiter: Sure, what would you like to have beautiful?
Waiter says as he winks at Helga. Helga raised an eyebrow then rolled her eyes.
Helga: A lemonade would be fine.
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 shook 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.
Waiter: Gotcha (To Helga) I'm just saying beautiful, I would never ignore you. Your 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 then rubbed the back of his neck while looking around.
Arnold: Oh uh, just what's for dinner tonight at home.
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. She 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 at the table, 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 riding 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.
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're jealous of Phoebe because she's taking your time with Geraldo.
Arnold: Well... sometimes.
Helga: Yeah, I understand, ever since Geraldo and Pheobe 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 insist we all 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 in his booth.
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 actually engaged now.
Helga: Wait, they're engaged now?
Arnold: Yes, Curly proposed to Rhonda last night at the party. You don't remember?
Helga: No, I didn't go.
Arnold: That's why I didn't see you there last night. Why didn't you go? It was fun.
Helga: I had stuff to do.
Arnold: Like what?
Helga: Just stuff alright.
Arnold: If you say so Helga...
Helga: Anyways, 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 somewhat 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 care.
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 looks up at Arnold confused.
Helga: What about me?
Arnold: Aren't you dating someone?
Helga laughs while looking at Arnold. He of course looks confused at Helga.
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. I don't believe in love.
Arnold looked down on the ground once more. That honestly broke Arnold's heart a little. How could Helga just give up on love and not believe in 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: You haven't looked in front of you yet.
Arnold: I could say the same about you. I mean maybe 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. End of discussion.
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, slowly checking her out.
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… 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 you 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 is 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: Do some hard-core drugs and have sex.
Arnold looked at her confused.
Arnold: Huh?
Helga: I'm kidding, I eat, go for a drive or go home to watch some tv if my parents aren't home.
Arnold: That's sounds like a perfect Saturday.
Helga: We already did that episode. We aren't doing it again.
Arnold laughs as Helga gets up from the booth and pays for their bread bites and drinks up front. After paying for the food Helga 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 get in your car?
Helga: Don't make me regret it.
Helga walked up to a white Hatchback then started looking in her mini bag 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 brought 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 Perfect Olga.
Helga said while starting up her car and driving away.
Helga: Bob and Miriam never cared 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. Wherever this stupid car takes me, I guess.
Arnold's thoughts: I never knew how bad Helga had it. Maybe that's why she always bullied people, because she's so used to pain and doesn't know how to express herself. I hope eventually Helga gets the help she needs.
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 seem.
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. I appreciate it.
Helga: Hey, anytime Arnoldo.
Arnold chuckled.
Arnold: Almost close to calling me Arnold.
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 and Arnold smiled at each other. 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: On Thursdays, I usually go downtown to get some edibles.
Arnold: Edibles?
Helga: Snacks laced with weeds.
Arnold: Oh
Silence
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 getting 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: Sure, 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'm okay, really.
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 went our separate ways afterwards.
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 schoolwork... 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 on his bed, looking at the ceiling thinking.
Arnold: Helga and I dating? Pft that would never happen.
After Arnold continued to think he eventually fell asleep...
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