Polkadot11

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Chapter 9

Hayden's Point of View
I ran my fingers down the portrait of Cameron, as I smiled.
I studied how bright his eyes shone in that picture, with his front tooth missing.
"Cameron, I found a friend now." I whispered, staring at the picture.
The picture of Cameron as a child stared back at me without any movement.
"His name is Hunter. He's different, Cam. He treats me like a normal person." I gulped.
Water filled at my eyes at the thought of me talking to a still picture.
I wish Cameron was here, for real.
I wish Cameron was here to listen to what I had to say, and be the protective brother I've always wanted.
"I wish you could meet him, Cam." I finished, taking in a deep breath.
I stared back at the picture for a few more minutes, just mesmerized by Cameron's angelic innocence.
"Hayden! Your friend is here to drive you to school!" Ruth called down from the kitchen.
My heart lept, as I wiped my tears away from my cheeks.
I stuffed Cameron's picture in my bag, as I scurried downstairs.
Ruth frowned as she saw my tear stained face, but she decided it was best to not question me.
"Have a good day at school." she smiled weakly, patting my back.
I gave her a nod in return, as I stepped outside the house.
The cold winter air blew my hair in all different directions, as I paced towards Hunter's car.
I could see him in the driver's seat, nodding his head to the light sound of music.
I stepped towards the passenger door, climbing inside.
I avoided eye contact with Hunter.
I didn't want him to see my red, swollen eyes.
I would have to wait a while until they returned back to normal.
"Good morning, Hayden." he said.
"Good morning." I quickly said, as he started to drive.
"Is everything okay? You seem a bit jittery." he asked.
I took in a deep breath, slowing down my pace. "I-I'm fine."
From the corner of my eye, I could see Hunter frown.
I just didn't want him to see me so weak.
I dropped my head down during the entire ride, with my lips moving every now and then to the music that was softly coming out his speakers.
"Hayden? We're here." he gently announced, tugging my arm lightly.
My eyes snapped up towards the window, as I stared back at the school's building.
"O-oh. Thanks for the ride." I muttered, quickly getting out of his car.
As I closed the door shut, I quickly sprinted into the building.
I walked as fast as I could without running towards the locker, trying to ditch Hunter.
Suddenly, I felt a hand pull my arm, hard.
I flinched, as I let out a wince of pain.
My bag fell upon the floor, as everything scattered around the floor.
Everything, including my precious picture of Cameron.
I swallowed down hard, as I bent over to retrieve the picture, first.
I silently thanked God that the fram wasn't broken or cracked.
Before I got to touch it, a perfectly manicured hand snatched it out of my sight.
I stared up at Maddi, who was holding the frame in her hand.
"Well, well, Hayden. What do we have here?" she asked, holding up the picture.
I stood up, as I dropped my eyes to the floor.
"Can I have it back?" I asked pleadingly.
Maddi snickered, ignoring my completely.
"Who is this? Your little brother?" she asked.
She was triggering something inside of me, as I flinched.
"Just give me it back." I gritted through my teeth.
Maddi crossed her arms stubbornly. "Does it mean that much to you?"
I gulped, nodding meakly.
Maddi smirked evilly, twirling the frame with her finger.
"Well, since it means so much to you, I guess..."
Before she got to finish, the frame came crashing down on the floor, as the glass shattered all around.
"Oops." she sarcastically cried. "Sorry."

I deleted the last one and put up this one, because i wrote chapter 8 instead of 9.
so i corrected it (:
 

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"Do you want me to pick you up for school tomorrow?" he offered, sparkles glistening in his blue eyes.
I sucked on my lower lip, staring down at my feet.
"People will see us." I sighed, despite the fact that I had such a fun time with Hunter today.
Hunter took his index finger, tilting my chin up.
My eyes met his, as a blush crept its way onto my face.
"So? Let them stare." he smiled.
I bit down on my tongue to avoid a grin spreading across my face.
I didn't reply, as Hunter's hand slowly caressed my face.
I was unable to move, as his warm hand burned agaisnt my skin.
"I'll see you tomorrow morning." he finally said, dropping his hand.
I nodded slowly, as I narrowed my eyes at him boldly.
"Thanks." I muttered, as I crawled out his car.
He waited until I opened my front door, beforing driving off.
As I stepped inside, Ruth was already on the couch, watching some old soap operas.
Her eyes flickered towards me for a split second, before returning to the screen.
"Hayden, why are you smiling?" she asked, almost amused.
I face flustered, as I noticed myself grinning without even realizing.
"I-I'm not." I stuttered.
Ruth chuckled lightly.
"Well, do you want to explain why you're home this late? You're always home right after school."
I swallowed, pushing my hair behind my ears shyly.
"I-I was out with a friend." I admitted.
Ruth stared at me curiously.
"A friend?" she asked suspicously.
I nodded. "A friend."
I saw Ruth biting down a smile, as she stared at the television.
"Is it that boy who kindly drove you to school this morning?" she wondered.
I felt my face heating up.
"I-I'm going to take a shower." I said, avoiding the conversation.
I dashed up the stairs, as I heard Ruth calling my name.
I ignored her, as I quickly ran into the bathroom.
I locked the door shut, sliding down on the tiled floor.
A friend.
Hunter was my friend.
Hunter's Point of View
"Hey man, you're late!" Joey exclaimed, as I walked into his house after I dropped Hayden off.
There were a group of our close guy friends, just lounging around his basement.
A few were playing xBox, while some were playing pool and chugging on beer.
Kyle's head turned towards my way, with a drunken grin on his face.
"Where were you? With Maddi?" he slurred.
I let out a scoff, as I slumped down on the couch, popping open a can of soda.
"Maddi? Hell no."
Joey smirked from the other corner of the room.
He was playing foosball with Ryan, as he picked his head up.
"Let me guess, you were with that freaky girl that never talks."
I felt my blood boil, as I held in my breath.
"I don't know who you're talking about." I challenged.
"Oh come on, Hunter. That loser, Hayden." Ryan chuckled.
I watched with anger, as Joey slapped Ryan a high five.
"She's not a loser or a freak." I muttered.
I pressed the cold can to my lips.
"Don't tell me you're defending her." Joey said.
"What if I am?" I spat, throwing my empty can on the floor.
Ryan nudged Joey's elbow.
"You realize you can't be with her, right? It'll ruin our rep, dude." he raised an eyebrow.
I sank in my seat, lighting a cigarette nervously.
"I know." I admitted.

Sorry for not uploading for so long!
I'm posting another one up tonight, and two for tomorrow as well!
Thanks for being patient! :)

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I gazed at the cup of hot chocolate that stood in front of me.
I stuck the thin straw right through the whipped cream, taking in a lukewarm sip of the liquid.
A small smile appeared on my face, remembering the time Cameron tried to make me hot chocolate.
He ended up spilling it on the counter, as the brown liquid dripped on the floor.
If my dad had seen it, he would've killed Cameron and I.
But, luckily, he wasn't home at the time, and we had cleaned it up before he got home from the pub.
After Cameron and I cleaned up the mess, he handed me a cup.
I remember staring into the red mug, as chunks of unmelted cocoa powder floated on the top.
Cameron and I laughed the whole night about our ironic situation.
I had to admit, those were one of the rare days I was happy.
"What are you smiling about?" a voice spoke, interrupting my flashback.
I flinched slightly, staring up at Hunter.
He pressed his coffee to his rosy lips, taking in a good sip.
"Nothing." I lied, licking the whipped cream off my straw.
"Were you day dreaming about your boyfriend?" he teased, raising an eyebrow.
I blushed, sulking in my seat.
"I don't have one." I said shyly.
Hunter's lips pulled into a sly grin, as he leaned closer towards the table.
"Have you ever had one?" he asked, almost whispering.
His warm, mocha coffee smelling breath trickled down my neck.
My face turned into a bright crimson color, as I twirled my drink.
"N-no." I stuttered, embarrassed.
Hunter pulled back, leaning agaisnt his seat.
He looked genuniely shocked, as his eyes widened slightly.
"You're kidding, right?" he asked seriously.
I shook my head, letting my messy strands fall loose in my face.
"I don't believe you." he concluded.
I stared up at him with a frown.
I wasn't lying!
Hunter's probably the closest I've ever been to a guy.
"I'm not joking." I said, staring at him intently.
Hunter looked taken aback, as he frowned.
"Have you ever went on a date?" he asked.
Was he trying to embarrass me more than I already was?
"No." I truthfully admitted.
"Well, you've had your first kiss, right?" he paused.
When I didn't reply, he gasped slightly.
"Come on! Not even a peck?"
"No." I gritted through my teeth, turning scarlet red.
Hunter slapped his and agaisnt the table.
"Is the male population blind to not ask you out?" he muttered under his breath.
I felt my heart picking up its pace, as I bit my lip.
"Guys just don't like quiet girls, like me." I shrugged.
Hunter gave me a gentle smile, staring at me with a strange sparkle in his eyes.
"I do." he whispered.
His eyes grew into a bright ocean color.
How did he look so effortlessly beautiful?
"I thought you liked girls like Maddi." I muttered.
Hunter's face grew pale, as he stared at me blankly.
"Y-you aren't serious, right?" he asked.
I gave him a look to signify that I was completely, and utterly, serious.
Suddenly, Hunter's eyes grew wide, as a loud laugh escaped his lips.
He clamped a hand over his mouth, sinking down in his seat from a misfit of laughter.
His eyes welled up with uncontrollable tears.
I sat up from my seat, staring at him with panicked eyes.
"H-Hunter? Are you okay?" I asked worriedly.
Hunter regained his posture, his face still red from laughter.
"I-I'm fine." he coughed, wiping a tear from his right cheek. "But, really, Hayden? Maddi? No, no. Big, no."

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I bit my lower lip rapidly, as I peeked my eye out the door cautiously.
I cursed under my breath when I saw Hunter waiting patiently, leaning agaisnt his car.
As I saw his head turn my way, I ducked down, leaning agaisnt the door, banging my head on it lightly.
Out of all of the girls in this school, why did Hunter have to choose me?
Why couldn't he choose the girl I sit next to in English?
She had the back of her notebook filled with doodles of his name, enclosed with a scrawny heart.
Now, Maddi was out to slaughter me whenever I was even in eye contact with Hunter.
I peered through the crack of the exit door, as I watched Hunter still on the hood of his car, rumaging through his book bag.
I felt my heart drop of my gut, feeling guilty all the sudden.
I had been hiding out in the school for literally an hour already, and Hunter was still waiting for me.
I clenched my fists, digging my head in my knees.
Why did he have to be so nice to me?
Why couldn't he be like everyone else?
I stared back outside, watching Hunter kick the slush on the groud swifty.
Suddenly, he stuck a cigarette in between his rosy lips, puffing out a gust of smoke.
My eyes widened, as I saw Hunter tapping the cigarette lightly, intaking more poison.
I shook my head, as I shuddered from horrible memories.
I suddenly sprang up to my feet, pushing the exit doors open.
Hunter didn't acknowledge my presence, until he saw me storming towards his car.
His face overcame with panic, as I watched the half burnt cigarette bud fall to the snow.
I watched from a short distance, as Hunter rubbed his sneaker on the cigarette, letting it go out.
He turned to me with a smile.
"Hayden, I've been waiting for you."
I stared at him with disbelief.
Was he really supposed to make it seem like I hadn't seen a thing?
"Are you ready to go? I've been waiting for an hour already." he said.
I watched as his warm breath trail out of his mouth, since it was so cold outside.
I scrunched my nose from the smell of smoke.
I rubbed my temples.
Should I confront him about it or not?
I suddenly slapped myself mentally.
Why should I stop him, just because of my old memories?
It wasn't like I knew Hunter anymore than he knew me.
I shouldn't go around, ordering a stranger what to do.
"Yeah, I'm ready." I mumbled under my breath.
Hunter grinned, opening the passenger seat for me.
"Get in." he gestured.
I slid in the seat, putting my bottom on the cold, leather seat.
"So, what kept you so long?" he asked, blasting the heater on.
I felt my cheeks blush with warmth, staring away.
"I-I didn't mean it in a bad way." he quickly added.
I licked my lips, tapping my fingers on the dashboard.
"I had to stay and finish a test." I lied through my teeth.
Hunter nodded lightly, as his dark chocolate hair fell in his eyes.
He looked almost angelic.
The way his hair fell just above his icy blue eyes, which contrasted agaisnt his ivory cream skin.
I watched as Hunter bit down on his rosy red lips, frost bitten from the coldness.
"I don't mind if you keep staring." he smirked.

Last chapter was supposed to be chapter 5, instead of 4.
I forgot to change it, sorry! :)
Hope you all enjoy, love you! ♥

You don't know how it feels.
To put yourself down everyday because you aren't as pretty as the other girls. To put yourself down because you aren't popular, outgoing, or funny like that one group of people at school. To have never kissed a boy or even been in a relationship with one. It hurts to know you aren't considered normal. I would give anything to not have to walk down the hallway and feel awkward in my body because I'm like them.

-anonymous