That freaking day finally arrived.
The day where I got to stand in front of Luke in a bikini.Actually, it's not a big deal because I've been in front of a lot of guys, half naked.
But, it's not just any guy we're talking about here.
It was Luke, asshole, playboy and dick of the century.
I sighed for the hundredth time as I stood in front of my closet, scattered.
I couldn't find a perfect bikini. They were either too flashy or too dull, too tight or too loose.
"Just choose one, woman!"Ivy yelled at me. She was already in a blue bikini.
It has lines and made it look like it was tied to her body. She wore a shirt and shorts as cover up.
"The boys are ready." She announced.We were all getting dressed in my house. It was Luke's idea since my house was obviously the biggest. Then after dressing up, we would leave for the party together.
"Haha!" I fished out an orange bikini. "You were hiding, but I found you."
"Crazy!" Ivy yelled after me as I ran into the bathroom.
I came out a few seconds later with my hair packed in a very high ponytail making me have the Ariana Grande style.
I walked out and said to Ivy,"How do I look?"
Her mouth hung open in silence."Ivy?" I snapped my fingers across her face.
"Huh?" She moved out of her daze."How do I look?"
"Are you trying to get laid by Luke?" She asked and I gasped."Ivy!""No offense,I only said that cause you look hot."
"Girls! We're ready!" A voice came from downstairs. I threw on a shirt and shorts similar to Ivy's.
"You've got all we need?" I asked Ivy who was busy tapping her phone.
"Yep," she raised a small bag up to my sight. I grabbed a hat from the table and we walked out of the room.
I saw Luke in a black shirt with blue shorts. Scott was in a blue shirt with black shorts.
"Let's goooooo!" Luke led the way to his van. I could tell he was really excited.
Scott and Ivy chose to sit in Luke's extension of what he called home while I sat in the passenger seat.
Luke was driving with a wide grin on his face.
"Why are you so happy?"
"I grabbed protection," he smirked.
My face turned red and I swatted him on the chest.
Even I could tell that was a weak attempt.
"You're just looking for an excuse to touch me," he smiled.I totally gave up on him and I stayed silent the entire ride to Evans.
It was just one in the afternoon and the place was already filled.
Half naked teenagers were already in the pool,on theloungers, everywhere.As soon as we got out of the van, Lucas came running to us. He was only in black and white shorts.
One part of the short was white while the other was black.
"Guys! So glad you could make it!" He hugged all three of them.
"Hey beautiful," he bowed in front of me."I just wanna say, I was forced to come here." I said and walked off with Ivy.
We found some empty loungers by the pool. Ivy and I sat while applying sunscreen on each other.
"You know,I think Luke likes you." Ivy said, letting her hair fall loose on her shoulders.
"He's a player,he likes everybody." I replied.I reached over to our bag and brought out two sunglasses. I handed hers to her and sprawled out on the lounger with my glasses on and the hat on my head.
I was about to close my eyes when a figure walked up to me.
"Hi," he said.
I exchanged glances with Ivy."Do I know you?" I removed my sunglasses to see his face clearly.He had about the same build as Luke. Hazel eyes, pink lips and brown hair. Cute, I observed.
"No," he muttered. "I'm from Coltadore High. The name's Greg."
"Nice to meet you. What can I help you with?"
"I was hoping you'd tell me your name too.""It's..""And who are you?" Luke interrupted rudely as he came into view.
"Greg." I spoke up for the guy.
"I wasn't talking to you!" He snapped rudely."I'll see you later,". Greg turned and left."That was rude." I turned to Luke.
"Are you cheating on me?" He crossed his arms over his chest."Yeah," I collected Ivy's shirt and shorts into our bag. She was going into the water with Scott."Let's go in," he nudged me.
"I'm not ready," I slipped my glasses on and closed my eyes,letting my thoughts be focused on Julian.I realized that I haven't actually talked to him since he broke up with me.
I pulled out my phone and dialed his number.
"Hello." That familiar voice came from the other end. That voice that I cried endlessly for."Hi Julian," Ivy's eyes widened when she heard what I said by the poolside and Luke raised an eyebrow at me.
"He.. Hey Tess," he stuttered.
"Can we meet to talk?" I asked."Yeah,sure.""Pizzaria on Monday? After I'm done with school?""Okay."
"Bye," I sighed, disconnecting the call."What the hell! I thought you were done with him!" Luke yelled at me.
I pulled my shirt over my head and removed my short, stuffing it into the bag. The hat and sunglasses too.
"Wow," Luke drooled. He was digging holes into my body with the way he was staring at me.
"Take a picture, it'll last longer," I said as I got into the pool."You didn't wear see through," he pouted.
"You're noisy," I swam around."Should I come in?" He smirked."I don't care."I stopped in front of him as something popped into my head. "Today's the last time we'll be talking,so make the best of it."
"Last time?" He was clearly confused.
"Remember the deal?" I reminded him."You're seriously dwelling on that?""Yep," I said, popping the 'p'.
"You're really different," he sighed."I am, I know," I swam around in the pool.††††
"So,my father sent you to give me a dress?" I asked, staring at the old man in front of me. He was too old to be working.
"Yes miss. He wants you to attend a dinner party in his stead in this dress." He pointed to the red sparkly dress he had just given to me. "Along with this letter."
"He couldn't even call me?"
"He's busy with work. Then I'll take my leave." He turned on his heels and drove out of the compound.
He's busy with work?
They can't even take some time off to visit their daughter?
"You have to go,"Ivy advised me. "At least to prove that you are not like them."
I actually took that into consideration as I drove to a large banquet hall in the far side of the city.
I got out of the car and handed the keys to one of the men I had seen outside.
The interior was a typical dinner hall. After introducing myself to the hosts, I helped myself to some food.
After eating, I just looked around bored. I drew imaginary lines on the floor with my shoes.
"Dull party, isn't it?"I looked up to see a very cute guy towering over me. He wore a black tux with a white shirt and a black straight tie. His dark hair was brushed backwards.
"Yeah," I cracked a smile.
"I'm Julian Mendes," he extended his hand."Tess Harvey,"I took it.We hooked up. I was so thankful that I listened to Ivy and attended that dinner. Julian was a really nice guy even with our age difference.
He was attentive, cool, calm and collected. He was and still is a great guy.
Even though he doesn't really get along well with Scott,we were still cool.
He didn't just date me for sex. We dated cause we liked each other.
He seemed sincere and nice.
Just like my first love.He was also nice, attentive and calm. We complimented each other but, I guess we're not meant to be.
That's life.
The moment you perfect with someone, they just grow distant.
You'll wanna go crazy but they'll be fine.I was about to come out of the water when Luke pushed me back in. I raised an eyebrow at him."We're not done yet." He chuckled. I watched as he slipped his shirt off his body.Great abs, I thought. This must be why he's so full of himself. He stood there in the sun, shining in his tanned glory."Checking me out?" He swirled around like a girl."You wish." I settled back in the pool.He jumped in with a splash that startled me. People cheered, most especially girls.I watched as he swam around in the pool, greeting people, fist bumping some and high fiving the others.The guy was really popular. He's not a bad guy afterall. He's just a teenager who likes to date multiple girls at the same time."Stop staring, you'll give him sunburn with your eyes ." That high-pitched voice chirped behind m
I just really miss Ryder. He's the only one that understands me apart from Ivy and Scott. He sympathizes with me when I'm sad, cheers me up and loves me even with my issues.There's also someone who loved me the way he does."Wow, you've got your own gym. You're really surprising me."Luke remarked as he walked backwards into the gym with the friendship manual.I activated the treadmill and started running.He sat down on a rocking chair that grandma left in there and started reading the manual.I really didn't expect him to be serious about that stuff. After running for a bit, I sprawled out on the floor and drank hurriedly from the bottle of water.I sniffed my hair and it smelt really bad. Shower time, Tess. Tatiana Manaois' Helplessly blared out of the speakers of my phone.I brought my phone out and Ryder was on the screen. I smiled to my
Geek day, tomorrow.I screamed my head off and the pizza box dropped from my hand. "You just ruined our food!" Luke whined again."Geek emergency!" Scott burst through the door."Yeah, I saw the text," I raised my phone to him."I had no idea that it was tomorrow," he sprawled out on the couch cross-legged."You guys are still having this childish tradition?" Ryder said, pursing his lips."It's not childish," I snapped. "By the way, why did you come back?" I turned to Scott."My bike's here. I left it in your garage the last time I brought it. I'll get it and leave."I nodded and he walked out."So
I couldn't remember how I fell asleep last night but I opened my eyes to the smell of bacon.Stupid Theresa. Thinking about food when you injured someone.I wanted to get up but a pair of large arms prevented me from doing so.I turned around to face Scott who was still asleep. His bangs fell on his forehead. A tear slipped down my face and I wiped it off immediately.I struggled free and covered him with the duvet. I took a quick shower and helped myself to his clothes.I brought out a pair of black sweatpants and threw it on. I walked downstairs and saw Tanya making breakfast."Good morning," I walked to the kitchen. "Morning dear, how was your night?"I smiled at her. "Is Noah up?" "He went to school two hours ago."Two hours ago? How long did you sleep Theresa?"Can I get..""S
I woke up to find myself on the couch. I sat up and worried faces surrounded me. "Are you okay?" Scott asked, concern written all over his face.I nodded meekly."You're fainting too much these days." Ivy observed.I sat down on the front porch while Ivy and Scott did their business inside.I swear if they do it on the couch, I'm never sitting there again. I fiddled with strands of my hair.It was too long. Whenever I let I loose, it reached down to my hips.Ivy stormed out with anger, huffed and sat beside me."Scott is not responding."I quirked an eyebrow at her. "How?" "I kissed him and he just pushed me away. I tried to scoot closer to him and he went to his room.""That's unlike him. Try again?"She nodded and went inside.I logged in to my account. Seventy friend requests.Two new messages.Thirty five no
I whirled around and found Scott looking at me. He was not looking good. He had puffy eyes and he looked stressed."What?" "I'm sorry. I know I yelled and all this evening, I'm sorry.""Yeah, whatevs." I waved my hand.He walked away, brushing a hand swiftly through his hair. I gaped at his retreating back. I was actually pulling his legs, I didn't expect him to leave.I turned to the bartender."A cup, please.""Yes ma'am,"he winked.I grabbed the cup and sipped my vodka slowly.Different thoughts whirling in my head."Hey," I felt someone sit beside me. I turned on my seat and faced a really hot guy. When I say hot,I hope you get what I mean.He has big dark hazel eyes, a straight nose, perfect jawline and everything. You could see it through his face that he was a flirt."I've noticed you since I arrived. It seems you're a regu
I led them to their rooms and entered mine. I fished out a hoodie and went downstairs. "Change him," I flung the hood at Ryder who groaned. I reappeared with a bowl and a towel. I sat and placed Scott's head on my lap as I cleaned his face.This guy reeked.After I was done, I grabbed my things and turned to the staircase. Luke was standing there, resting on the railing. "You need anything?" I asked him and he turned on his heels.Weird.I checked on Lucas before I went to my room. The guy was snoring away. I held in a chuckle as I closed the door. I looked over at Luke's room. I walked slowly to the door and raised my fingers to knock but I retreated.I entered my room and found his sitting on my bed, monk style."You startled me," I said and he looked up. "I never said you could come in.""I never asked," he replied calmly. For th
This is a terrible day for me. Why did he have to call me right now? He couldn't have chosen a better time?I hung up on him and went to my next class. I entered and almost every eye turned to me.Damn, this popularity of mine.''What are you looking at?'' I growled and they turned back to their businesses.I took an empty seat back and settled in.''Hey,'' a voice said beside me. I glanced sideways and saw Max smiling at me. This dude still had the nerve to smile at me after all that confession.''Look, I didn't know that you were not aware of your reputation. I just thought that you knew. I'm really sorry if I hurt your feelings or anything.I'm sorry about the shirt too.'' He looked down at my shirt and so did I. It still had that terrible stain.''Maybe you should go wash it in the bathroom or something." He su