Chapter 9

A mess

Nikki's pov

I am thrilled Mackenzie and I are finally getting along. If I could talk to my past self and tell her that she wouldn't believe me for sure. Today Brandon and I have another date. I love our dates. Every single one of them is priceless. I am living my dream. Chloe and Zoey are the best friends I could have. They are always by my side. I got ready and went to school. The first class begins in 20 minutes, so I can enjoy the walk. Brandon and I planned to meet in front of the school. When I saw him, I ran and hugged him. Zoey and Chloe are our biggest fans. They named us Nikron. It's a combination of our names. I really like it. Mackenzie and Andre walked together to school. They greeted us. I was surprised Mackenzie didn't come by car. She probably wanted to spend some time with Andre. He doesn't own a car. His family isn't rich. They are average, but Mackenzie has a very rich family. I entered, holding hands with Brandon. Everyone waved at us. I felt so good in that moment. I became popular. We had chances to become king and queen at prom. Mackenzie and Andre had pretty good chances too, but I wouldn't be upset if they beat us. We are good friends after all. Mackenzie came up to me, pushed Brandon aside and started yelling at me.

''How could you do this?!''

''Do what?!"

I thought we were getting along really well, and now she comes up to me screaming?

She gave me a photo of me kissing Andre. I blinked, because I wasn't sure if I was seeing clearly. Brandon looked at it, and took Mackenzie's side.

''I thought you loved me! I was so dumb!"

''I do! What are you talking about?! This never happened!"

''That's what they all say! I already confronted Andre and he didn't want to admit!''

''It is because it never happened!"

I felt tears streaming down my cheeks. Earlier today I said I was living my dream… but this is my biggest nightmare! How could things turn out this bad in only a few minutes?! The bell rang and Mackenzie left. Brandon gave me a disappointed look filled with sadness. I felt the urge to cry rivers when I saw the way he looked at me. He left too. I remained in the hall. Zoey and Chloe stayed in front of the school more, so they didn't see what has happened. They came inside to go to their classes when they saw a crying Nikki in the middle of the hall. My best friends ran to me and asked me what was wrong. After I explained, they didn't know what to say first.

''He doesn't deserve you if he believed a fake photo!" said Chloe.

She only made it worse.

''I would believe those too! They seemed so real! I wonder where she got them from!''

''That's a very good thing to ask her. If she didn't get them from a trustworthy source, you have a chance to convince Mackenzie and Brandon they aren't real! And they really aren't!'' said Zoey.

''Thank you so much, guys! You really are the best friends I could have in this world!''

We all hugged, but we had to let go because we were really late to class. We had a quiz and I couldn't focus. I felt like leaving. I want to talk to Brandon as soon as possible. I think I didn't even do 1 point in that quiz. I hope my parents will understand me. Low chances. They don't even know I have a boyfriend. I ran as fast as I could to Brandon's class and waited in front of it. Andre got out first and his facial expression changed when he saw me.

''Did you hear what Mackenzie and Brandon believe?!"

''Of course I did… it just seems unreal to me…''

''Same… I don't want to lose Mackenzie. She is the first girl that really meant something to me. Except you…''

I didn't know what to answer to that. I really meant something for him?!

''Oh… I am sorry we didn't work out. I am glad we are both happy with our partners though. We were…''

''Yeah, past tense…''

I left without looking back. I wasn't brave enough to talk to Brandon right then. I have just eaten my lunch in silence. Chloe and Zoey ate with me, but I didn't feel like talking to them. This is the worst day. I noticed Mackenzie was sad too. She went back to her old fake friends. I know she isn't happy with them. She saw me and looked at me like she was looking at me when we were foes. I looked in my plate and pretended I didn't notice.

''Ask her where she got the proof from! This is the perfect moment!''

''No… not now.''

Chloe and Zoey didn't know what to say. After lunch, I saw Brandon entering the class.

''W-wait!''

I grabbed his hand, but he snatched it and yelled:

''What do you want?!"

''The proof you saw was fake!"

I yelled so loud the whole hall heard us. Another drama on the hall.

''Do you expect me to believe you?''

A teacher came and rushed everyone to their classes. I didn't get to answer. My answer would be: 'Yes! I thought you trusted me!'

I sat in my seat and took a deep breath. I am alone in this class. Zoey and Chloe don't take this class. The Art class is my favourite. I drew what I felt. A broken heart, a sad person. My art teacher asked me why I drew those depressed things.

''It's a long story. Do you like my drawings?"

''Yes, I do, but they make me feel sad. I could even say depressed.''

''That is their purpose.''

I was seated with a girl named Martha. She seemed nice. Maybe we could be friends.

''Do you always take this class?'' I asked.

''Yes, of course I do! I love drawing!"

''Me too! I don't know anyone who likes drawing.''

''Me neither!'' said Martha.

''We already have so much in common!" I laughed.

At least Martha made this day a bit better. I have to find a solution about Brandon and Mackenzie. When I tried the door, it was locked.

''Teacher! It's LOCKED!'' I screamed.

The teacher didn't know what was going on. We were 4 children in that class, plus the teacher. The door had a little window, but you couldn't see much. I saw a girl with blonde straight hair, put in a ponytail. She was laughing like a maniac. She left quickly when she saw I was looking through the window. I know only one person who hates me that much to do that…. She also wears her hair like that everyday… This can't be a coincidence…

End of chapter!

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