Our Story

It was last period. i had french with Ara. the teacher was doing something up front. she said we could stay in class and talk and finish work. i turned to see what ara was doing.

"Hey, Ara? I wanna give you a new nickname. I'm gonna call you Jo. Ok?" i tell her. She looks up with a surprised look, like the name brought bad memories. "Uh, f-fine. Um, sure you could call me that.." she said uneasily, looking at her book vacantly. I decided that i would make her feel better, cause she looked close to tears. "So, can I see what you're drawing?" I ask politley. She looks up, like shes contemplating whether or not she should let me see. She sighed and said,"Sure. Just don't let anyone see it." When I saw it, my eyes widened. This was the most amazing sketch I've ever seen! http://hdwpapers.com/walls/angel_tears_sketch_wallpaper-other.jpg . "Jo! This is amazing! Where did you learn to draw this good? This is pure outstanigness! And, can I ask who this is?" I say with wide eyes. God, this is a work of pure gorgeousness! Just like her.... Wait! you just met her. Dont get feelings for her. She might not like you the same way. Not yet at least..... Shut up stupid brain!

Arabelles POV

He liked it, he actually liked it. But should I tell him about Rachel. I dont care. I will. Theres no reason to not. "Uh, thank you. I never went to classes. And this is my friend rachel. She was my BFF in texas, before i moved here. She would've been 23 today. She, uh, passed a year ago..." I stutter. I try to hold my tears back. NO. I will not shed tears in front of him. He'll think you're weak. You don't want his pity. I looked up to see him wide eyed and with an apologetic expression. "i'm sorry. I didn't think-" he is cut off by the bell. I get up and leave for my job before he sees the tears. I run out to my bike and head to my work place, DAN'S CAFETERIA. I park my bike at the back entrance, at the end of an alley.

I run in, grab my apron, wipe my face free of tears, put on my wig and baseball cap so no one recognizes me. Just a heads up, Amber and her crew come here every day after school. i dont want them to see me so I wear a blonde wig. I realize I came a little early. My shift doesnt start untill another 15 minutes. Whatever... I go take a old couple's order. i gave a small smile and go fetch their coffees. By the time my real time rolls by, Amber and her crew comes in, laughing like they are in a movie. Puh-leeze! I go take their order. "What would you all like today?" I ask with fake sweetness. "The usual." she says snarkily. Everyone orders the same snarky way. Then, Jack, starts to check me out, Probably the wig.. And the tight apron... "I would like to have your number, if thats on the menu?" he says, flirtatiously. "Sorry, it's not available. It costs a lot more than what you're willing to pay. But anything else is fine." I say. "Fine. I'll take the same as my girl over here" he said giving her a snog. I roll my eyes and went to get their orders. I gave them their orders and walked away. i took a mans order. I went to give him his food and drink. There was a lot to hold on one tray. I had to pass Ambers table which was right beside the door. she stuck her foot out at the last minute and I would've fell face first into a pile of food, if this stranger hadn't caught me and my tray.

"Woah! Careful there." said a familliar british voice. SHIT! Not Lou. Not now. "Uh, thanks." i say in a fake accent. I hurried off to the impatient custumor and gave him his food. I practically ran to the back. Our manager, Dan (go figure!) told me to get louis's order. I silently cursed and went to take his order. By then, the place was empty. Amber and her crew left. Now it was only that man and Louis.

"Um, can i take your order?" I say, keeping my head down. "Uh.... yes! I need advice. Are you busy?" he said. It took only one look from those gorgeous sea green eyes for my walls to break down. I took a seat in front of him after i got us each a coffee. "Whats wrong?" i ask. He looks at me and slowly and I could practically see the realization surface. "JO!?"

Louis's POV

She widened her eyes and sighed. She looked left and right, and took off her wig and hat. "Why are you in disguise? Don't tell me your going to steal the chimera disease from that dude?!" i said in attempt to make her laugh and it worked. she explained to me about amber and her crew. i couldnt help but notice how her eyes sparkle in the late evening light of the restaraunt. We sat talking for who knows how long.

She looked at the time and was about to rush off when i said,"Hey! Wait! Give me your number! And do you wanna meet up here at 10 tomorrow for shakespeare?" She thinks about it. "Sure. But i have work from 9 to 1:30. After that, we could grab lunch and go to the library from there." she said giving her number. "Bye LOU!" she shouted on her way out. "Bye Jo." i said quietly as she already left. Tomorrow wil be interesting......

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