1 hour and a half later
That’s some serious shit. Jess said after a moment of silent. I laughed and leaned back on the couch.
Tell me about it. I nodded in agreement.
What are you going to do ? She asked, looking concerned.
Well my mum suggested that I become a lesbian- Jess collapsed back into the chair, laughing her head off.
Are you ? She asked, her eyes shining.
What ? No ! I said, laughing. No… I’m just going to stay away from guys for now. Focus on school as stuff.
BORING ! Jess yelled loudly. I raised my eyebrow as watched her.
What do you suggest I do ?’ I asked, slightly annoyed.
She leaned forward. I say you go out, you know, keep your social life alive. But, show those guys you don’t need them to have fun. Live a little with no drama.
I thought this over. Not a bad idea.
She shrugged. I’m awesome.
Yeah, and violent. Is James okay ? I asked.
Meh, he could combust and I wouldn’t give a shit. She said with a simple shrug. I laughed and smiled. Now’s the time- I need to tell her about Sam.
Jess, there’s something I need to tell you. I said nervously. She watched me, concern clouding over her face.
What is it ? She asked.
I took a deep breath before starting. It all started sophomore year…
1 hour later
Jess was now sitting on the same couch as me, holding me in a comforting embrace.
That’s awful. She whispered, rocking me back and forth.
I know. I whispered back, my voice weak. She pulled away, looking into my eyes.
Let’s do something. She said, standing up.
What ? I asked, looking up at her.
Come on. She said, pulling me up. We’re going to the football game.
What ? Why ? I asked, now completely confused.
Because I refuse to let you stay home on a Friday night, crying about what some inconsiderate, good for nothing, asshole did to you. She announced. She looked me over, frowning. You need to change.
30 minutes later
It’s almost six, the game’s at seven. Jess called out as I dug through my closet. Now I know what you’re thinking. Thirty minutes and she STILL hasn’t picked out an outfit ? Ha. No. I had picked out at least twelve outfits, but nothing could be approved of my Jess.
Jess, I can’t think of anything else to wear ! I complained, dramatically collapsing to the ground.
Out of my way. She said, nearly stepping on me as she entered my closet. I watched from the ground as she pulled out my old light blue skinny jeans and white shirt that had slits all over the back.
Wear this. She said, pulling out my black leather ankle boots.
Isn’t it a little too much ? I asked, standing up and taking the clothes. She didn’t even hesitate before answering.
Of course not. You’ll look great, trust me, and the party afterwards is always really fun. She said,
What party ? I asked. She gave me a warning look and I quickly started changing.
Mind if I borrow something ? She asked.
Go ahe-
What is that ? She asked. I stood awkwardly with my shirt off, ready to put on my top. She sighed and pulled out a red lacy bra. I looked down at the plain while one that I was wearing, letting out a groan of defeat as I took the bra from her hand.
45 minutes later
We gave each other once-overs as we got ready to leave. Jess was right, I looked really good, and she did also. She wore a light blue long sleeved shirt with a plunging neck line, and black skinny jeans.
She had made me switch into my faded skinny jeans that had rips and tears all throughout it. She insisted it helped complete my badass look, which I have to agree with her.
Leggo. She said, leaving my room. I followed her, making sure to tell my mum where I was going.
You two have fun ! She said with a wink.
Oh you know we will. Jess said, smirking. My mum laughed and returned to typing on her computer as we left.
This is going to be one interesting night.
Connor’s POV
We warmed up by jogging around the field as groups of kids filled the bleachers. The coach called us in, reminding us that he would personally slaughter each and every one of us if we lost.
Damn. Mike murmured, staring at the bleachers. We all turned to look at what he was staring at.
It was Bella.
He glossy hair had been straightened, and she was leaning against the railing talking to Jess.
Dude, I can’t believe you’re Liam have her. Sean said, his eyes raking over her body. Liam grinned as all the guys looked at him enviously.
Who says I’m letting him have her ? She’s mine. I said, watching appreciatively as she turned to look over the field, her eyes settling on me. I was about to walk over and say something, when someone ran over to her.
Bella ! All the guys on my team went silent as Jack Mathews walked over to the bleachers, leaning against the fence.
How original. My enemy was talking to my girl.
Bella’s POV
I tried to stop myself, but I couldn’t. I stared at Connor as he watched me. Why did he have to look so damn sexy in his football uniform ?
Bella ! I turned my head to see some guy from the other team running over to me. My eyes widened when I recognized who it was-
It was the guy I nearly killed.
Hey… I said awkwardly.
You look hot. He stated bluntly, he eyes trailing over my body. I frowned, slightly disgusted. I mean honestly, he was staring at me like I was a piece of meat.
Thanks. I said, turning abruptly to leave. I saw Jess, sitting a couple rows away and made my way to her.