Hey guys and gals I didn't take over 6 months to update this time :D *laughs only to start crying internally*. Anyways I'm going to try to start writing more to each chapter I post clocks in at around 1k words and I'd like to change that mostly cause I feel that I should. That doesn't mean I'm just going to post long run on sentences but put more detail into the narrative.

That being said enjoy!

Chapter 10

After everything that happened with Shade Dawn and I just decided to head over to the library to return my books. I was still kind of pissed off after what had happened earlier also a bit relieved that I hadn't gotten myself or Dawn hurt. "I can't believe I helped her she's humiliated me so many damn times and I just let her go scott free. She didn't deserve my help she's just as bad as the others." A part of me argued

"Just get over it you did what was right and that is the only thing that matters" I muttered quietly to myself as we made it into the library. It was stupid of me to just jump in there, what if I couldn't take that guy down he's a lot stronger than me after all. Where would that leave me or better yet where would that leave Dawn?

Walking in the entrance most of my thoughts had gone away as a wave nostalgia passed me, I would go here all the time whether it be to help Dawn study or just have alone time. I spent most of my time here reading until it got dark (call me a bookworm if you'd like) that way when I got home my parents would be out cold. Not exactly the most fond memories considering I went here to stay away from bullies and my own parents from time to time, but it is what it is. "U-um Spike is everything alright? You've been quiet since we left..." Dawn questioned shyly bringing me back to reality.

"Yeah im fine I'm just thinking." I answered.

"Is it about her?"

"Well obviously, but I'm also reminiscing." I replied

"You want to talk about it?" she offered.

"Yeah, just give a couple of minutes." I accepted as I walked off to return my books

Moments later…

After turning in the books I decided to surprise Dawn with a bag baked goods I had just purchased only to find her sitting at a table. "H-hey." I greeted with a small blush on my face only for Dawn to smile back with a cheeky grin of her own. "I brought some snacks not exactly dinner but it'll do" I spoke with a smile as I placed the bag on the table.

"So I just wanted to say sorry about what happened earlier it was reckless of me to just jump in there with no repercussions." I apologized as I bowed my head in shame.

"Look I've been a pretty terrible boyfriend all things considered it doesn't really take a genius to figure that out I haven't returned your feelings completely and I almost dragged you into danger, I've just been so irresponsible" I confessed.

"Hey its okay you did the right thing that doesn't make you irresponsible I can never get mad at you for doing that just try not to take on something that's bigger than you in the future. And as for your feelings I'm patient enough Spike take your time. What I dont want is for you to be in a relationship you don't want to be a part of," Dawn empathised as one of her ribbons gently moved my chin up. Arceus what did I do to deserve someone as compassionate her?

"But it doesn't really feel okay I mean you've done so much for me and I haven't even-"

I was quickly silenced by Dawn's lips mashing against my own causing for my face to flare up as I awkwardly wrapped my arms around her only to close my eyes. Dawns tongue slipped into my mouth as she deepened the kiss I tried kissing back as our tongues danced around each other but I felt like such an amature doing this causing me to pull back with a massive blush on my face.

Thank arceus we didn't cause a scene

"Stop bringing yourself down, you're doing just fine you don't have to take all the responsibility thats why im here"

"You know I forget you're much better than me when it comes to this kind of stuff." I replied.

"Are you kidding? I'm figuring this stuff out as we go, same as you" She revealed causing us to both to laugh.

...

"I know I did the right thing but it didn't feel too good I mean she's pretty much my mortal enemy and I just helped her ot" I sighed as I grabbed muffin with my mouth.

"Why did you help her then?"

"I looked at her and I saw myself and a bit of you someone being abused and I was so sick of seeing this kind of stuff happen" I answered only to be followed by silence.

"So what's happening with you and Shade? Dawn asked.

"In what sense?"

"Do you plan on forgiving her?" she clarified causing me to almost choke on my muffin. "Dawn you do know that she kicked my ass constantly right?" I asked rhetorically.

"Yes, but some people deserve a chance for redemption if they truly seek it. Look i'm not trying to say that you have to forgive her that's entirely up to you but try to set your past behind you." She replied.

"Kind of hard to do that Dawn" I sighed with honesty

"Well what's your history with her aside from the bullying?" She questioned.

"Not much to be quite honest, I mean we kind of were acquaintances back in early junior high we'd group up together on some class assignments but that was only because there was no one else to group up with. We barely talked to each other except if had to do with our assignment If I had to give props on anything was that she was smart and made some classes a little easier on me. Then one day she did a complete one-eighty and tormented me on a daily basis whether it be verbally or physically." I demonstrated as I felt a ribbon fall opon my back.

"You think you'd ever be able to forgive her? I mean she did seem like she wanted to apologize back there." She asked tentatively.

"Honestly I don't think I can Dawn she's the main reason why I couldn't catch a break in highschool if she really wants my forgiveness it would have to be one hell of an apology, besides it wouldn't really accomplish much."

"I understand, but it could help you gain closure."

Damn I guess she has a point there

"I'll think about it"

And that's a wrap for now Happy Single Awareness Day guys and gals sorry that this one isnt as long but I wanted to post today

-The Ultimate Spiderman