Skylar jumped up in surprise, almost falling over. Her heart beating wildly in her chest.
She looked over her shoulder to meet a familiar pair of green eyes.
It's him.
Thinking about it, she realized he really did look similar to the guy from earlier in the morning.
No.
Not look alike.
It must certainly be him. Skykar crossed.
But looking more closely, and with the help of the day light she realized his hair wasn't actually black. But a dark shade of coffee brown. Falling below the nape of his neck.
He stood up, elegantly dusting the dirt off his pants, both hands inserted in his pockets as he lean back slightly giving off a cool demeanor.
Skykar backed up slightly. Thoroughly intimidated by his stare.
Why is he following me everywhere?
At the same time, he asked, walking over. "Why are you everywhere?"
I don't know. Skykar blanked.
"This is the third time already." He crossed his arm over his chest, looking right down at her. "The very third time."
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"I should call the police." Grayson stated which immediately pushed on Skykar's panic mode.
"No....no...." Her eyes popped wide. "Please don't. I swear I really wasn't trying to do it.....really.....please.....I swear....don't call the police...."
"Then what should I do. Let you go so you can try to kill yourself." Grayson scowled. "Again?"
Looking at her appearance she didn't seem like a person who would take her life for such a flimsy reason.... but...
"It's really not what you think." Skylar gritted her teeth as she tried to explain. "I was going to burn it.....the note....I wanted to burn it."
"Are you hungry?" Grayson changed the topic.
Skykar face turned blanked, then she replied. "I already ate."
Unfortunately her stomach betrayed her as it rumbled not so quietly.
"Good. I was too tired to eat earlier." Grasyon stood up, staring at her with piercing gaze. "Let's talk about the note."
Grayson took her to a restaurant near their street, and took the honour in ordering for them both.
While he ate, Skylar stared down at her plate, quietly playing with he fingers which wouldn't stop shaking.
"I haven't read the note. Yet." Skylar's head shot up as Grayson spoke.
Visably unbelieving. "You didn't?.......but you said—"
"Nothing." Grayson pointed out. "I said nothing."
Skylar's face paled as he added. "You refused to let go of the note even after you fainted so I thought it must be important. Plus i really hate going through people's things without their permission."
Skylar had almost breath out in relief when he stated. "But in a case like yours.....I don't know....'
"This.....this is against human right." Skylar argued.
"You prefer I call the police?" The black haired greek god popped a brow which managed to shut her up.
"I won't read the note." Grayson fished the white sheet out of his pocket then slammed it on the table. "Tell me yourself—After all it's why we are here?"
Skykar weighed her options before finally deciding on the one she regarded to be better.
Muttering "read it."
"You said?" Grayson asked, not catching what she said.
"I don't want to talk about it." Skylar repeated. "You can read it."
"Are you sure?" Grayson frowned deeply.
"Hmm..." Skykar nodded wishing he'd be a gentleman and decline.
If only wishes were horses.
Grayson picked up the note, grabbed his glass of pepsi, then reclined on his chair.
Sipping and reading.
Skylar watched him with dim eyes until he finally looked up.
He took his time to speak. "For this—?"
"I said I didn't." Skylar looked away while trying her best to hide the emotions on her face.
He must know now.
"You—?"
"I don't want to talk about it."
Grayson stared at her for some seconds, then sighed neatly folding the paper into his pocket. "Eat."
Skylar shook her head. "I don't want to eat."
Suprisgnly, George didn't argue with her. Pushing his chair back. "Then let me walk you home."
He ordered for her untouched food to be packed in takeaway then they left.
They hadn't gone far when he noticed Skylar had a little difficulty with walking.
"Does it still hurts?" He asked referring to the accident from their first meeting.
Skykar looked up confused for a second. Then replied. "No....I mean.....yes... I slipped earlier before—ehm....you came."
"Is it bad?" Grayson gave her a worried look.
"It'd be fine." Skykar said stifly.
Unlucky, been the unlucky person she was, she kicked a stone in the next minute. Falling face planted on the ground.
When Grayson got to her, she was already shedding wet tears. Lips pouted in a circle.
He checked on her ankle and Skylar hissed with just a touch.
"It just got worst." Grayson felt the need to applaud her bad luck attraction skills. But been the bigger person he said. "let me carry you."
"No...." Skylar quickly refuted. Face painted red. "Am too heavy."
"And who said that?" Grayson glared at her, turned around then squatted. "get on."
Skykar really didn't want to, but she also didn't want to make him angry so she did as he said.
Suprisgnly. Grayson lifted her without breaking a single sweat.
"Who said been fat makes you heavy?" He smirked.
Skykar tighten her hand around his neck. She was just starting to relax when he asked.
"Is that also why you gave up on acting?"
"How did you......?" The stupid note. Skylar felt a need to slap herself.
She really wish she hadn't written that note in the first place.
"Don't worry. I won't talk about it." Grayson assured. Adjusting his grip on her legs which was around his waist.
He breath out heavily, then smiled "The skies are really pretty tonight."
Skylar looked up and totally agreed.
It was beautiful.
Grayson paused for a second. Then released one of his hands, supporting Skylar with only one hand which got her to yelp from fear of falling.
Grayson laughed as he pointed at a star. "Look. It's a lone star."
Skykar followed his direction, and nodded. "Hmm."
"Now look closely." He said in a softer tone.
Skykar tried then relayed. "I see nothing."
"Watch for a bit longer this time." Grayson advised.
Suspicious, Skylar looked up again. This time carefully. Her eyes widen when she caught a spark. "I see it. I see it."
"Hmm—" Grayson pretended to be oblivious. "What do you see?"
Skykar calmed her eagerness then replied. "There are more stars around it. Although hard to see. But they are there. It isn't a lone star."
Picking on her childish tone, Grayson held back a chuckle.
Their building was already in sight.
He walked past his apartment and to hers. While Skylar patiently waited to hear what the star thing was all about.
"Should I take you in?" He asked.
"No. Thanks." Skykar quickly refuted. And Grayson placed her down in front of her door.
He looked down on her. Just like it has always been since they first met.
More than usual, Skykar hated her shortness.
As if hearing her thoughts Grayson chuckled lightly. Then said seriously. "Sometimes, you just have to look closer to realize you are not alone. Lonliness is just a self prison made by once ignorance to society and the people around you who actually really care. Okay?"
"So even if you see no one. There's still a star next to you. Shining."
Skylar felt emotional at his words. But his last words cause a doubt to stir in her heart. "What is that star?"
"Me of course." He patted on her hair which he always thought was very cute. "The name is Grayson. Grayson black."
While Skykar was still recovering from the shock of been treated like a fat, fluffy, cat. he shoved the takeout into her arms. "Eat well and try not to kill yourself anymore, little girl. Okay?"
"Also. You should.put some ice on that wound."
He threw her one last handsome smile before walking away. "See you tomorrow. My little new friend."
Little girl??
Little new friend??
Skykar took a double hit.
Mumbling to herself. "I am twenty three. Twenty three isn't little."
Then she smiled to herself as she realized the note tucked in her hair.
He returned it.
Grayson.
Grayson Black.
Skylar woke up the next day feeling a bit more alive. She was starting to feel a rise in her positive energy. So she decided. She wouldn't think of anything or nothing. For today she would go out, have fun, and forget about everything else. With this in mind, she threw open the window. Blasted her speakers on as she played 'move like Jagaar.' down stairs and danced/dressed up for school. By the time she was done it was already some minutes past eight. I am late. Skykar gave up her thoughts on breakfast, grabbed her bag and raced down the road to catch the bus. The day went even better than she expected. It wasn't as bad as the other day. At the end of her second class, Skykar felt much better. She was able to keep off the gossips by wearing an ear plug. Although it wasn't much help since she knew they must be talking about her. She already made a decision. She only had to hold on to the end of the semester. Then she'd transfer to another school. She was busy packing her boo
Skylar woke up the next day feeling a bit more alive. She was starting to feel a rise in her positive energy. So she decided. She wouldn't think of anything or nothing. For today she would go out, have fun, and forget about everything else. With this in mind, she threw open the window. Blasted her speakers on as she played 'move like Jagaar.' down stairs and danced/dressed up for school. By the time she was done it was already some minutes past eight. I am late!! Skykar gave up her thoughts on breakfast, grabbed her bag and raced down the road to catch the bus. The day went even better than she expected. It wasn't as bad as the other day. At the end of her second class, Skykar felt much better. She was able to keep off the gossips by wearing an ear plug. Although it wasn't much help since she knew they must be talking about her. She already made a decision. She only had to hold on to the end of the semester. Then she'd transfer to another school. The moment the professor
"Hey fatty!!" The rough voice sent a cold shiver down Skylar's back. It was Colton and Devin. Thankfully there was no sight of the leader Anointing. "What do you want?" Skylar sighed tiredly. From highschool, up till now. Do these idiots never get tired? "Nothing....." Colton grinned. "It just that we heard your little prince charming broke your heart." Devin pat on her shoulder, giving her a sympathetic smile which Skylar thought was to mock her. "You are allowed to come watch us play any time you feel sad. Football has a way of washing away some one's sorrow." As if? Despite her thoughts, Skylar nodded. "noted. I will keep that in mind." Fortunately, it did the job as they Devin gave her one last look before they both walk away. "Friends." Grayson popped a brow after they left, making Skylar's lips raise up towards the heaven in a scowl. "No. Clowns." Skylar then purse her lips before asking. "If I were to join you.........in exercising.....will it really work?" "Skylar.
Why the three of them? "Where have you been?" 'you still have the guts to ask?' "Skylar?" Grayson voice had her throwing a glance back. Her drumming heart slowly calming down. The short blond smiled fully, as she further said. "I haven't seen you ever since. I was thinking of paying you a visit." 'as if you even care if I am alive or dead.' Skylar scowled in her head, still she made no attempt to reply. "You got Irene so worried. It was literally torture." Miranda added after Bianca. Skylar glanced at the said Irene who was staring blankly. With no look of remorse on her face. Do these two clowns think I am blind? Do they think she can't see those mocking smile in-between each of their words. "I have been busy." She forced between gritted teeth. "Class has been really hectic." "Really?" Bianca snorted, still managing to keep up her smile. "Then how about we find some time to hang out together?" Skylar wanted to scream out a 'no', but at the end she still gave a pathetic
Skylar walked into the canteen feeling like a huge weight had been dropped on her shoulder. She forced a straight look on her face, forcing her legs forward. 'i will just get lunch then go outside to eat.' she filled her tray, with a slight shrug. 'afterall I like eating alone.' She had barely turned around when she heard a loud call. Glancing over her shoulder she saw a table of 'clowns' waving her over. Thoroughly ignoring them, Skylar turned to walk out of the canteen, when she heard her name again. This time it was a familiar dirty blond guy. 'Oliver?' Skylar was somewhat surprised. Does he needs my help with the note? She weighed the scale, before finally deciding to honor his request. There was a total of three people sitting at the table. A black haired, average fat, shorty who Skylar was sure won't be that taller than her, a very tall, black haired, extremely handsome guy, then Oliver. The very handsome guy (as Skylar refers to him as) pulled a chair from another tab
"Who did this?" Marcus narrowed his eyes coldly. Skylar's back ran cold and only after he asked for a second time did she regain herself. "No—body. I don't know." She shook her head with a downcast look. "We should report this to the school authority." He said. Goosebumps all over his arms due to anger. "No..." Skylar shook her head quickly. "I don't want to." The last thing she wanted was to implicate Irene. Bullying could lead to suspension. Or worst. Expulsion from the school. Marcus stared at her silently and Skylar had a hard time forcing the words out of her mouth. "Please don't tell anybody about this, Marcus. Please....." With a hesitant look, Marcus nodded. If it was Oliver or Regina it would have been impossible for them to keep shut. But Marcus was a sort of person who knew how to stay out of other people's business. That's until the situation touches his bottom line. "Okay." Then walked past her, causing Skylar to clench her wrist. After seeing how pathetic she
"come out Skylar–– I can see you." A evil laugh resounded in the dimly lit hall. Sending Skylar's heart halfway down her stomach. Her shaky fingers moved to her mouth. Holding back the sobs, while her eyes watched the darkness from where she hid. "My dear Skylar." George sighed audibly. "Oh...my dear Skylar. Come out, won't you?" "Without you, my sweety blue sky. My day is blueless. And what is life without, a little blue?" He sang like a heavenly poem. all words were like a deadly screech in Skylar's ear. Then it all went quiet. The silence was even more agonizing. Like a hunting ghost that hid in the shadow, waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike its prey. The fear slowly sinking into her skin and spreading with each heartbeat. Suddenly, she felt hot air erupt behind her right ear. "Found you Skylar. Or should I say? Little Blue." "Ahhhhhhh......" ________________ "Ahhhhhhh....." Skylar jumped off her bed with a loud scream. Running into the poor Natasha who had bee
'George. He must have planned this. That petty person.' It all clicked. And from where he stood, George felt both cold and distressed. 'it took me so long to build such delicate reputation. I can't believe she is going to ruin it all in one swoop.' He cried, then shivered. 'but then why does it feels like someone suddenly wishes death on me?' On the other hand, Skylar realized she had unconsciously played the first three lines of the song the moment she came back to reality. Shocked, she could only stare silently at her fingers, which floated on top of the keys. 'How did I do that?' She retraced all she did until she made a theory. Which turned out to be 'distraction.' She was too immersed in cursing the fox like George that she had forgotten about her environment and played the first thing that came to her mind. The last note in her head. "Do you need help?" Noticing her hesitation. Nancy couldn't help but ask. Looking down once more, Skylar picked her up and helped her si