Take Care (Teenage Drama)

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About the Story:

Season One
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Mimi is a 16-year old girl whose never lived up her high school days before, but all this changes when Kyle Hammon, a very popular, school playboy, confronts her in the school hallway. Kyle is baffled by the way Mimi treats him like he's nothing special but doesn't want to fall for her either, because his best friend Anthony Luca has set his eyes on her so suddenly. And what Anthony doesn't know is that Mimi has a had a crush on him since the 6th grade.

Kyle confronts his other friend Dylan about his situation, Dylan advises Kyle to follow his own heart even though Dylan hasn't had many serious relationships before until he meets Jenny. Jenny is one of Mimi's closest friends and is going through a rebellious phase with her parents. She constantly writes in her journal about her emotions and personal problems. Dylan makes Jenny consider sharing her journal with him and his band, so they can produce songs from it.

As Jenny continues to hang out with the band, she begins to gain more friendships with Kyle, Anthony, and Flint. Flint is a farm boy with a kind heart and ends up giving it to Asia, another one of Mimi's closest friends. Asia is an adopted, mixed girl, born and raised in a well-accustomed Japanese family. As she becomes closer to Flint, she disobeys her father and soon ends up in an unexpected turn in life.

As this group of teenagers begin to get closer to one another, they don't realize the jealousy, drama, and danger life has in store for them. Will some make it through high school? Or will some fall apart?

- Take Care

And if interested to learn more about the story and get more intel on the characters, visit takecare.com (http://itstotallyjackysstories.webs.com/)



Take Care 1.01: Nothing Like The First Day

Theme Song: Lifehouse "First Time" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0YvWQNWEJA&ob=av2e)

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Mimi stood outside the high school doors checking in her palm-held mirror.
She wanted to make sure she looked perfect before walking down the halls. It was the first day of school and it was her junior year at Spoto High School. And she wanted to take high school full on this time year around. Not to miss a single thing other than cheerleading practice and games. Not miss the feeling of having a first kiss... or a boyfriend.

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As she walked through the door to her classroom hall she froze in fear as everyone stared at her with confusion. It was rare for the school to receive students and a very small city they all lived in together.

Mimi blushed and noticed her best friends that were residing on the lockers. So she decided to sneak up on the two while they were side tracked with their conversation.

The two girls were her best friends Jennifer and Asia. They've been close since elementary, she had three but people grow up and people change

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“Oh come on Jenny! I didn't have a choice in my classes this year, you guys know my family is Japanese and are the strictest people you know”, said Asia getting upset.

“Of course I know that! But your electives are boring as hell. How do you put up with them choosing your electives for peeps sake!” Jenny said getting mad. Asia’s parents were such Debby-downers.

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They continued their little squabble until Jenny noticed Mimi walk behind Asia.

“OMG, Mimi...is that you!” Jenny shouted.

“ Will you quit shouting?” Asia whispered. She had noticed all the people in the hall staring at them because of Jenny's loud mouth.

“Yah, you guys like the new do?” Mimi said rubbing her head a bit embarrassed with all the attention she was getting.

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On the other side of the hall stood another posse.

“Hey guys, who’s the new girl?” Flint said staring at her from across the hall.

Dylan shook his head at his silly friend as he said, “Flint, we don't get new kids”.

“That's not a new girl dummy, that's Mia Ashton”, Kyle had said. Mimi's real name was Mia, but ever since she was little she went by Mimi.

Their friend Anthony walked over to join the conversation.

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Jenny and Asia were quite surprised with Mimi's makeover. Ordinarily she was known as the geek looking teenager and now she was the total opposite.

Mimi whispered to her friends, “Is he looking?”

Asia turned her head quickly to the posse that stood on the other end of the hallway and said hysterically, “Oh yeah he is!”

Mimi smiled. She was glad her new do impressed her long time crush, Anthony Luca.

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Anthony kept staring at Mimi, he couldn't recognize who she was and then asked, “Who’s the new girl?”

Kyle was getting annoyed with everyone. How could they not recognize a simple transformation? Mimi only took her glasses off and let her hair down and maybe changed her wardrobe. Why was he the only one that could tell it was her? It's not like they were buddies either.

“My gosh, it's Mimi”, Kyle said in an annoyed tone.

Anthony was still lost he didn't know a Mimi,” Who?”

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Kyle was about to walk away but he wanted to explain just so Anthony didn't embarrass himself later, “The girl we've had a class with just about every year”.

Anthony was still quiet, so Kyle went more into depth,” The one who wore the geeky blue glasses and never let her down”.

“ Oh, dude I think she likes me. I mean I think I caught her staring at me a couple times last year, it kind of creeped me out.

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The first bell rang and everyone was off to first period.
Mimi and Jenny walked to their first period class together.

“Are you ready to see who our classmates are?" Jenny asked Mimi.

“ Readier than ever, lets go!” Mimi said literally trolling through the door.

They walked in the English class door.

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“Why, why first period?” Mimi said grunting.

The last thing Mimi wanted was Anthony sitting behind her again in class. Each year somehow the teachers managed to sit Anthony behind her. Maybe it was their last names and the alphabetical order or maybe god hated her

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“ Well this should be an interesting year”, Anthony said.

Kyle recognized the seating order was always the same thing just about each year. He thought to himself, "Hopefully our senior year they will mix it up."

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The teacher, Mr. Cowaski took a deep breathe before speaking already he had a feeling this class is going to be the crazy one. Especially, since he had Dylan Stewart in it. Every teacher in school talked about his behavior and the principal was his best friend literally.

“ Has anyone seen Dylan?” Mr. Cowaski asked the class.

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Dylan walked through the door tardy. He didn't care much about being late but taking his time came first to him. In other situations teachers mistake him for a bad boy and so he just goes along with it.

“ Is there a reason you are tardy Dylan?” Mr. Cowaski asked Dylan.

“ Yah I went to use the bathroom”, Dylan said. Mr. Cowaski was pretty silent for a minute. “What I can’t pee!” Dylan asked annoyed.

“ I'll let that slide since it's the first day but next time you're tardy. Take a seat in front of me please”, said Mr. Cowaski staring Dylan down.

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Dylan took the front seat and looked behind and next to him. He noticed the empty row.

“ Why do I have to sit in the empty row?” Dylan asked.

“ Because...you have quite a reputation here” said Mr. Cowaski.

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As soon as the bell rang, Mimi swooped up and headed straight for the door with Jenny right on her tail. She couldn't take another minute in that class with Anthony sitting right behind her. Not to mention the fact he would be the entire year.

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Just as Anthony began to walk out the door, Kyle stopped him in his tracks to confront him.

“ Okay dude stop right there”, said Kyle blocking Anthony’s path to the exit.

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“ What's up?” Anthony asked confused.

“ What's up? What's up is that you were staring at Mimi the entire lecture”, Kyle said.

“ Sooo...?” Anthony said trailing off.

“ So why didn't you like tap her shoulder, say hi, or introduce yourself or something?!” Kyle asked.

Anthony may not have looked the part but he was a pretty shy guy when it came to talking to girls and he wouldn't know how to even start a conversation.

“ Kyle you know why I haven't had a girlfriend before, so stop it” said Anthony getting irritated.

“ You shouldn't let what happened hold you back from having a life Ant”, Kyle said skeptically.

“ Oh really? Try coming home everyday to an alcoholic, depressed mother you have to take care of and baby sit a little brother whenever she goes missing then come talk to me!” Anthony said shouting and then he stormed out the classroom.

Kyle didn’t realize how affected he still was. After all this time he thought he was doing just fine.

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Anthony's father was a down right good photographer. He loved taking pictures anywhere. Sometimes even in sticky situations he would take a chance on anything. Anthony and his father were inseparable when it came to Anthony's sports. He helped Anthony with everything when it came to sports. He even gave him a lesson in a little bit of photography as a kid growing up.


But what Anthony didn't know was when his father would be taken away from him six years ago. Be taken away by a drunken taxi driver that shouldn't have been driving. That should've been watching the rode.

Every little bit of Anthony changed since that day his father died. He knew he had to become the man of the house and be responsible, so he helped at home any time he was free. And it stripped away some of his opportunities to be a teenager.

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Just as Kyle left the classroom he spotted Jenny and Mimi chatting in front of the classroom door and managed to hear a part of their conversation...

“ Why did you run out so fast? What are you scared of him?” Jenny asked.

“ I am –“ Mimi said but then Kyle butted into the conversation.

“ Scared of what, if I may ask?” said Kyle all nosy.

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Jenny shut her mouth so fast and could see the look on Mimi's face saying she wanted to punch her.

“ Can I talk to you for a minute...Mimi?” asked Kyle.

“ Okay?” Mimi said awkwardly.

“ I'll go to my locker. Bye!” said Jenny and in a flash she was gone.

Mimi was sort of confused as to why Kyle Sanchez would want to chat with her. Especially, after being in his class every year since middle school, he now wants to talk to her?

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And just from across the hallway, Monica Lopez couldn't help but notice the two were to talking to each other.

“ Hey who's that girl talking to Kyle?” Monica Perez asked.

Taylor turned her head so quick to see what Monica was watching.
“ I don't know, but I love the bag but hate her. Let's walk up to her after they are done”, said Taylor Batchet
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She continued to watch them like a hawk looking at its prey.

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“ So what's up with new look?” Kyle asked.

“What? Did you want to talk to me about my look or something? I mean. Do you hate it? Because I think I look fine,” said Mimi as she spun words out her mouth like a tornado.
Mimi had zero experience with boys. She was too busy with her head in the books to even notice them.

“ Whoooa! Come down there tiger. What is this twenty questions?” Kyle asked playfully. He was such an outgoing guy and said anything that came to his mind. But he was known as the school’s “biggest flirt”.
Mimi blushed and felt like an idiot.

“ I was kidding. You look good. As a matter of fact you look really good, wanna date?

Mimi didn't know if he were kidding or not but she would still would say no, he wasn't her Anthony.

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She turned her back on him and walked away.
“ No thanks”, she said walking away with her nose in the air.

Kyle couldn't help but stare at her. It was actually the first he had ever been rejected by anyone. He was kind of...confused.
He couldn't help but think to himself while walking away how interesting it felt to be rejected and "that's a first."

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And so the march of the preps began as Taylor's little clique stormed down the hallway walking towards Mimi.

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Taylor and her clique approached Mimi slowly as she was walking away from Kyle.

As Taylor walked up to her, she knew who the girl was. It was Mimi, her ex of a best friend.

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“ Omg! Like Mimi?” Taylor said in her preppy voice laughing. She remembered the way Mimi looked before, and she was one nerdy girl.

“ Is there a reason that you and your posse are in my face right now?

“ What's a posse?” Sophie asked.
Monica elbowed her twin sister.
“What?” Sophie said confused.
Taylor rolled her eyes at Sophie’s stupidity. The twins were like “Tweedledee and Tweedledum”.

“ Mimi, did you decide to wake up today and watch "The Devil Wears Prada” or something?” Taylor said making fun of Mimi. Taylor and her clique began to laugh at her. They began to make her feel uncomfortable in her new shoes.

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Jenny and Asia could spot them attacking Mimi from her locker, so they walked over there.

“Is there a problem here Taylor?” Jenny asked bothered. Jenny was a tough girl in middle school. She would get in fights time to time. Mimi thought it was a way of getting her parents attention since Jenny's parents got divorced.

“ Nope, not here at all”, Taylor said still quite laughing at Mimi's new look.

“ Well scram blondy before I knock that smirk off your face!” said Jenny knuckling up.

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Taylor got serious and quit laughing then said,” Or what? Are you going to punch me to get mommy and daddy's attention again?”

Mimi got mad and said,” Okay you took that too far Taylor! What's your problem? Why are you talking me anyways?”

“ I really don't know anymore. But I want the last five minutes of my life back you nerd”, said Taylor checking at her manicure.

“ Okay that's it! Let me at her!” said Jenny literally about to swoop over Mimi’s head.
Mimi held Jenny back. Any fights today and somebody would get suspended. But holding Jenny back just made things worse. Everyone started fighting with their words. And the hallway was getting louder and louder to the point where a couple teachers ran to the principles office to alert him.

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“What's wrong with you?! We used to be friends”, Mimi said to Taylor.
“People grow up Mimi! Nice to know you've finally done the same”, said Taylor.

“ Was I talking to you Monica?! No, I wasn't,” said Jenny as she put her hand in Monica’s face.
“ Get your hand out of my sister's face emo girl!” Sophie yelled.

“ Mind your own business!” said Asia.
“ You mind your own business, Hawaiian girl!” said Monica.
“ D-U-M-B, do you know what that spells? I honestly don’t think you do”, said Asia.

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Then appeared the principal, right behind Jenny. Standing waiting for them quiet down but they never did.

“ Taylor, you are such a bi-“ said Mimi.
“ Why I ought a – “ said Jenny.
“ Shut the f-“ said Monica.
Principal Bobo caught them off.
“ Everyone shut your mouths!” yelled Mr. Bobo.

The girls were speechless. Mr. Bobo's voice left a ringing in their ears for how loud he shouted.

“ It is the first day of school and my hallways are loud, I don't like loud hallways! So either you girls make up right now or its detention before and after school for a month!” Mr. Bobo said angrily staring them down.

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Nobody had the guts to say or do anything, so Mimi held out her hand first.
“ Well Taylor...are we cool?” Mimi said holding out her hand.

Taylor stood there staring at her thinking to herself, "Maybe if we get detention for a month she'll stay away from Kyle."

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“ You can put your hand away, cause I'm not shaking it. I'll take the detention”, said Taylor.

“ Okay Taylor you'll get detention, but for everyone else this is a warning”, Mr. Bobo said.

“ What?! Why am I the only one to get detention?” Taylor asked.

“ You spoke for yourself, not them. End of discussion and get out of my hallway,” said Principal Bobo walking away.
And so did Mimi and her friends away laughing.

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“” I'm starving! Somebody feed me”, said Flint.

“Your such a big baby”, Dylan said laughing as they walked in the cafeteria behind Kyle.

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It was finally lunchtime and everyone was on their way starving, to the school cafeteria.

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“ Why didn't you two idiots back me up back there?” asked Taylor.

“ I have better things to do than waste an hour before and after school sitting at some desk just because you want to”, said Monica.

“ Yah, it takes more than an hour to look this good before school Taylor”, Sophie added.

“ Twins...”, said Taylor grunting.

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“ Do you know why she approached the way she did?” Asia asked.

“ That's what I'm still trying to figure out”, said Mimi.

“Well maybe the witch is just jealous that she's not the only pretty one in this school anymore”, Jenny said. She hated Taylor.

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“So Dylan did you hear?” Athnony said pausing for Dylan say something.

“ Hear what?” Dylan asked.

“ Kyle got dished by some girl in the hallway earlier”, said Athnony grinning.
Dylan joined him. The hallways weren't exactly a safe heaven where you could chat and expect know one to hear your conversation.

“ Dude and I thought every girl fell for impeccable charm”, Dylan added cracking up laughing even more.

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Kyle got annoyed, so he got up without saying a word and walked away.

“ What I say?” asked Dylan.

“ You're such a douche”, Anthony said laughing at Dylan's silliness. Dylan had a habit at saying things at the wrong time almost all the time.

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The bell rang to end the lunch period. And Flint got up so quickly to run out the door and catch up to Kyle.

“ Gosh! Why are you in a hurry?” said Athony as Flint brushed past him so quickly.

“ Kyle has my schedule! “ Flint said from a far.

“ Careless as ever”, said Dylan.

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After lunch Mimi and her friends walked to help Asia find her locker.

“ I am so tired. These AP classes are going to be the death of me”, said Asia at her locker.

“ I'm telling you, you need to buck up to your parents and tell them to take it easy on you”, Jenny said.

“ Yah, Jenny's right. I bet they aren’t even touching your brother’s college courses!”, said Mimi.

“ I know you guys, but I'm not the type to push and shove. I'm just grateful”, Asia said.

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As they lost track of time in their conversation, the warning bell rang and they had one minute to get to class or they'd be tardy.

Jenny ran like no tomorrow since her class was in another corridor of the school.

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Just as Dylan was walking to his class like usual minding his own business...

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Boom
Jenny ran right into him turning the corner without noticing him.

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She collapsed on top of her notebook spilling paper.

“ Ouch! You wanna watch where you're going?!” Jenny said fuming at Dylan as he laid on the floor staring at her.

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“ Don't you think that's pretty harsh since you're the one who ran into me?
He said cracking a smile at her, maybe even a wink.

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“ Are you kidding?..Hey are you winking at me?” Jenny asked looking at him disgruntled. She rubbed her butt that had fallen hard onto the floor.

“ Nooo, my eye's tend to twitch” lied Dylan.

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“ Whatever sure, now I'm going to be late for class”, said Jenny picking up her things.

“ Let me get your paper”, Dylan said.
Dylan picked up the paper and saw that it wasn't blank but had a couple phrases written onto it. He couldn't pick up if they were lyrics or poems or maybe even a story. But they were good, really good.

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Jenny cleared her throat to get his attention and said,” Are you gonna give me back my paper or do I need to snatch it?”

“ Oh sorry”, said Dylan giving her back the paper, “Was that a poem or lyrics, cause they were great?”

Jenny looked at him pretty shocked. She never shared her journal with anyone. She would write what she felt in her journal whether it were sentences or maybe poems. But she never shared it.

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Jenny walked away since she was already late for class and said, “That's for me to know and you to find out”.

“Then I guess I'll find out, now won't I!” Dylan said smiling as she continued walking away.

He thought to himself, "Oh, I'll find out."

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To Be Continued...

What an interesting first day of school don't you think?
New appearances, flirts thrown here and there, and not mention the tiny catfight.

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Just to let you guys know before I did Chapter 2, I has having major difficulties with my game. So all my main characters needed to be re-made. Sorry if they look quite different from the first chapter :faceslap:

Take Care 1.2: Practice Makes Perfect

Theme Song: Ok Go "Here It Goes Again" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTAAsCNK7RA&ob=av2e)

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"Can't read my, can't read my
No he can't read my poker face
(She's got to love nobody)".

Mimi's alarm clock struck her deep sleep as she woke from Lady Gaga "Poker Face".

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She squinted her eyes from the bright sun beams that hit her in the face as she sat up.

"Boy I wish I had curtains right now...what time is it?" she questioned herself as she looked to check the time on her alarm clock.

It was 10:15 a.m on a Saturday morning and today Mimi had cheerleading practice. Who would've thought cheerleading practice on a weekend. But Taylor Batchet was her school's cheerleading captain by default and if she didn't want to be late, she'd better hurry.

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Mimi quickly rolled over her bed to get to her closet that was on the opposite side of her room. She scanned the closet for any gym clothes she could find and threw them on as fast as she could. Then rolled over her bed again to strap on her headband and messenger bag and was quickly out the door.

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As she ran down the stairs out of her home, she had noticed something....

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Her beloved Blue Volkswagen was missing in action and out of all the times she needed it the most, it was missing.

"Where's my car?!" she said, standing in her empty driveway.
No one was home to give her a ride, so she began to walk for it.

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She walked all the way down her street and into Downtown and just remembered something, "Why not take the bus?", she crossed the street to bus stop.

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Mimi stared at the bus routes and where and when they could take her. Luckily for her, there was an upcoming bus just within ten minutes that was suppose to stop by. So she decided to sit down and wait for the bus.

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After a couple minutes of just waiting, the bus never seemed as if it were going to show on time or even at all.

Mimi began to think to herself, "I should've just walked the five miles at this rate!"

Then a red and black striped mustang pulled up and stopped on the curb right next to her. She was pretty freaked that a random car would just pull up and stop right in front of her like that, but it seemed like someone waved for her to come over to the car.

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Mimi walked up slowly and just her luck, it was Kyle Hammon. The guy that tried to hit on her a couple weeks ago at school. She was kind of confused as to why he was here right now, when he should've been at soccer practice right now.

Kyle smiled at her laughing as he said, "What in the world are you doing sitting at a bus stop?"

"It's a long story", she replied and even though she knew it wasn't that long of a story. Her car was missing, it was a pretty short story indeed.

"Well get in, I'll give you a ride to practice since we are pretty much going to the same place", said Kyle.

"Okay...but don't try anything funny though perve!" she shouted as she walked over to get inside Kyle's car.

"I'm not a perve!" Kyle yelled back. "Does she really think I'm a perve?", he thought to himself.

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The car ride to the field was pretty quiet and uncomforting for them both.
Mimi didn't know what to say to a guy, she never really talked with many guys and let alone be alone in a car with one before.

Kyle didn't know if he should say anything either since Mimi thought of him as a pervert. Plus, he didn't want to find out if she carried a taser on her.

"Sooo, umm why weren't you at the soccer field yet?" she asked as he concentrated on the road.

"Oh, I forgot something at home", he replied pretty nervously. Was he nervous or was he trying to avoid saying what he forgot at home?

"What did you forget?" she was curious about this something.

Kyle braked the car pretty hard on the concrete.
"Well this is your stop! Have a nice practice", he said smiling unlocking the car doors.
Then he drove off into the parking lot like a car from a need for speed game.

"What the heck is his problem?" Mimi said to herself.

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Once Mimi turned around to her cheer squad, and spotted Taylor who was staring her down a cold stare that gave her chills.

"Your late Missy!", Taylor shouted at her crossing her arms.
"And you know what the punishment is for being late is right?" she said questioning Mimi.

"Yah yah, let me warm up your highness", Mimi said walking past her.

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Jenny was staring at Mimi too as she leaped out of Kyle's car.

"Why is everyone staring at me, are my underwear showing or something?"

Mimi looked at the girls that stared at her. They seemed pretty surprised that she of all people made it inside Kyle's car other than Taylor.

"Yahhh, um what was that, since when are you and Kyle Hammon close", Jenny said looking at her with googly eyes.

"Oh my gosh Jenny!, it's so not like that!" Mimi shouted at Jenny as she blushed.

"Hey you! You owe me fifteen toe touches now!" Taylor yelled at Mimi, it was time for her punishment.

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Mimi lined up in front of Taylor and began the fifteen toe touches. But in her case everything was easy for her, so Mimi didn't care if she had to do fifty of them.

"One, two, three, four..." said Taylor counting as Mimi repetitively touched her toes.

Once Mimi finished, Taylor said, "Give me fifteen more cause I don't like being talked back to, I'm YOUR captain".

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And so Jenny got up infuriated once more with Taylor and got in her face. Jenny was disgusted with the way Taylor had become of herself. Before she, Jenny, and Mimi were the best of friends until they became high schoolers. What had happened to this girl they once knew?

"Okay Taylor now you're going to far!" Jenny said shouting in Taylor's face.

"Do you want to join her Jennifer?!" Taylor shouted back placed her hands on her hips.

"Oh don't you make me swing cause I never miss!" Jenny threatened the Queen B.

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"Eww, I'm shaking cause you'll just get suspended if you do!" said Taylor.

"We're off campus and nothing is holding me back but the pity I have for you!" said Jenny as their argument carried on and on...once again.

Each cheer practice was almost the same. Sooner or later Taylor would be a witch to someone and Jenny would come along and start standing up fighting with her again.

"Mimi should've been our captain, not Taylor", said Shelly who was sitting next to Kimberly on the ground.

"I know what you mean, she's a way better dancer and actually knows what she's doing. I did vote for her, did you?" asked Kimberly.

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Growing up Mimi was placed in ballet classes ever since she was six years old. Her mother loved ballet as a child, so she wanted to share the same passion with her daughter. Mimi's mother was a great ballet dancer, until her plans changed when she had Mimi.

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Anthony zoned out during the practice, his head was too busy looking at the cheerleaders where Mimi stood.

"Anthony!...Anthony!" Kyle shouted his name and he didn't answer, so he threw the soccer ball at his head.

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"Dude!" Anthony yelled as the ball smacked him in the face.

"Pay attention yo! It's your turn", said Kyle as he stood in the goal waiting for Anthony to take a shot at him.

"Just for that I might try and hit you in the face", Anthony said joking around as he toyed with the soccer ball.

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In the weight room, the guys wanted to work out before they decided to shower and call it a day.

"I'm starving", said Flint as he stopped to take a breather.

"You are always hungry Flint!" Dylan yelled at his silly friend.

Dylan started to hear a voice and thought he was being paranoid.
"Does anyone hear that?" asked Dylan as he stopped cycling.

"Hear what?" asked Anthony.

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A voice was coming from the showers. Was someone singing?

"When your day is through,
And so is your temper,
You know what to do,
I'm gonna always be there", sang someone from the showers.

Dylan was curious as to who it was in the showers singing, but he certainly didn't want to walk in on anyone. Though, all he knew is that whoever was singing, had an amazing voice. So instead, Dylan waited by the door to find out who it was.

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"What the, Kyle?!" shouted Dylan as Kyle walked out the door like nothing happened.

Dylan was shocked. His bestfriend had an amazing talent he never knew about.
How did this even get by him? How could it? Him, Anthony, and Flint were in a band and they were searching for a vocalist that Kyle even knew about.

"Kyle what is wrong with you?!" Dylan said yelling at Kyle. Kyle was pretty confused as to what he did wrong.

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"What did I do exactly?" Kyle replied clueless.

"You never told us you could sing", said Dylan calmly.

"I don't know what you're talking about", said Kyle as he pretended like he wasn't singing in the showers.

"You exactly what I am talking about, and you know darn straight that you should be our band's vocalist!" said Dylan getting hyped up.

"Okay one, calm down. Two, I don't have time to be in a band. And three, what makes you think that I am that good at singing?" said Kyle seriously.

"Because I know you and you know each time you come to our practice you feel left out", Dylan replied walking into the shower room.

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"My name's Taylor Mimi, so bow down like my pet chihuahua Chanel if you want to stay on this squad", Jenny said to Mimi pretending to act like Taylor.

Mimi laughed because Jenny played the part perfectly.

"Jenny if there was a play about Taylor's life, you'd definitively get the part", said Mimi as they both laughed.

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Then all of a sudden Dylan walked up with Anthony and Flint trailing behind him.

"Jenny!" shouted Dylan walking up to her.

"Hey, what's up?", said Jenny.

"Do you guys want to come over and watch our band play?" asked Dylan.

"Ugh I guess if we aren't busy..." said Jenny looking at Mimi then back to Dylan.

"I can't I've got dance class", Mimi said.

"Well you should come Jenny, and bring your journal", Dylan said smiling.

"Why my journal?" Jenny was pretty skeptical about sharing her thoughts and poetry with people, especially since she never did it before.

"Just please, please bring it", Dylan said giving her puppy dog eyes.

"Darn it! Okay fine", she truly didn't know if it were a good idea or not.

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"Yes!" said Dylan giving her a bear hug.

"Oh my gosh! Okay, okay", Jenny said gasping for air. Dylan continued to squeeze her.

"Hey", said Anthony as he looked at Mimi. She was just about to say hey back just when Kyle decided to ambush him from behind.

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"This is for hitting me in the face with the soccer ball! Didn't think I'd remember did you?!" said Kyle as he wrapped his arm around Anthony's head trying to take him down.

"When I get out of this head lock you're dead!" Anthony said struggling to get loose.

Mimi suddenly checked her cellphone for the time.
"Oh! I got to run. Jenny give me a ride pleas?" asked Mimi.

"Yah let's go", Jenny replied as they began to walk off.

"Remember Jenny! My house!" shouted Dylan, as Mimi and Jenny walked off the field.

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Jenny didn't know if she really wanted to go to his house...with her journal. And why did he want to look at it? This pondered in her mind as he begged her please to bring it.
And so she decided, she'd go to his house to find out why in the world Dylan Stewart wanted to check out her journal for.

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Later on that day, Jenny pulled up in front of the Stewart's driveway. She would've parked exactly in the driveway, but it was currently being occupied by a big piece of rubble. So she planted her Jeep on the curve.

But then her mind twisted in the thought of revealing her journal for the first time with another person, so she quickly made a u-turn toward her Jeep, but a noise stopped her from walking away.

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The garage door was opening as Kyle stood behind it as if he were waiting for to appear the entire time.

"Hey the band is in here!" Kyle yelled as Jenny had her back to him.

"Oh, my bad", said Jenny making another u-turn and walking inside the garage when what she really wanted to say was, "I knew that dummy!"

The band was rocking out and they sounded great. Jenny wondered why they never performed anywhere, and while observing them she had realized they were missing a voice, and that totally answered her question.

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Then she heard the guitar come to a halt as Dylan put it down to welcome Jenny.

"Hey, you made it", said Dylan pretty surprised that she actually appeared at his place.

"What you didn't think I'd show? I tend to keep my word f.y.i", replied Jenny. "And I notice you don't have a vocalist", Jenny added.

"Yah, I know. We plan to get once we get our own lyrics together first and that's why I asked if I could check out your journal again", said Dylan.

Now Jenny finally knew what of use her journal had to any of this.

"Wait you want to just take my journal and use MY words?" Jenny was pretty serious about the way Dylan wanted to use her journal.

"Whoa whoa whoa, no. I want to see your journal and if you want to be our band's songwriter?", replied Dylan quickly waiting for an answer.

Jenny a songwriter? She certainly wasn't expecting that answer but if putting her own words out there for people to hear would benefit her and others, she'd do it.

"Well then let's get started", she said with a soothing smile.

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They coursed through her pages and looked for the right words that matched the band and who they were as a group.

Hours had passed as tried to make music out of some of the pages. And then finally, they produced their first song and just hopefully that song would be good enough for the crowd.

"You know Jenny, you should come back later so we can start another song from scratch together", said Dylan as he played his keyboard.

"Okay, just let me know", she replied sitting in the chair watching as he played their new song.

"And maybe also go out to dinner", Dylan added in. Was he asking her out on a date?

"Yah sure", Jenny said calmly answering Dylan.

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After composing they decided to take break and chill on the crappy old furniture that was in the garage.

"Now we need a vocalist", said Dylan glaring at Kyle and then back at the ground. Kyle grunted at him giving him an obvious facial expression "No Way".

"Yah, so how are we going to find this vocalist?" asked Jenny curiously.

"I don't know but I'm starving, you guys want to go out for dinner?" Flint asked.

"Shut up Flint!" everyone shouted at Flint laughing.

"What did I do?!" said Flint, the hungry one.

"Guys, I got an idea!" Anthony said, as if a light bulb went off in his head.

"What?" everyone said at the same time.

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"And so this is your idea, have the entire school know we are looking for a vocalist?", Dylan asked Anthony.

"Yup", Anthony said all cheeky as he waited for someone to walk in.

"Let the auditions begin!" Jenny shouted as her voice echoed through the school auditorium.


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You heard Jenny. Let the Auditions begin!
Who will be the band's lead singer?

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Take Care 1.3: The Auditions

Theme Song: Sugarcult "Memory" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elTPMgkvWU4)

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It was lunchtime at school as Jenny sat with the band in the back of the school auditorium hosting auditions. Mimi and Asia sat in the front row seats just watching who had true potential at this school.

Anthony had put up flyers around school and even told a couple people about the auditions. He wasn't sure though of how many people were guaranteed to show, but he hoped his idea wouldn't let Dylan start bashing him later with all the "I told you so's".

But luckily, someone showed up.

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Their first audition began and Dylan was anxious to see what this guy Aj had in him. Dylan wanted so badly for Aj to be better than Kyle. He didn't want to ever keep thinking about Kyle's voice. But he couldn't help but think about Kyle's voice when Aj began to sing Justin Timberlake's "Cry Me a River".

"Your bridges were burned, and now it's turn
To cry, cry me a river
Cry me a river
Cry me a river
Cry me a river, yea yea".

Dylan got up out of his seat and said, " Get out".
Aj left in a hurry, he didn't know what he did wrong but he sure didn't want to get rumbled.

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"That was awful!" said Jenny looking to Anthony as she uncovered her ears.

"Well that was just the first one, not everyone can be good", said Anthony trying to reassure everyone.

"I hope your right Ant or I'll be needing earmuffs soon", Dylan said sitting back down in his seat.

Another student walked inside the auditorium. And this one Jenny knew from the cheer squad.

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Jenny didn't take Kimberly as the punk/rock sort of girl. In fact, most people knew her as a very religious person around school who did tons of community service whenever she could. She went to church every week and wore long skirts all the time to match her perfect blonde hair.

Kimberly seemed a bit nervous picking up the microphone. She began singing Taylor Swift's "Love Story".

"We were both young when I first saw you
I close my eyes
And the flashback starts
I'm standing there
On a balcony in summer air".

Her voice was a tad sketchy, but it wasn't awful compared to their first audition.

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But Flint had his own opinions, "There is no way I am drumming to Taylor Swift", Flint said to Jenny.

Jenny was on Flint's side with this one. She was too bright and perfect for the band as their vocalist, "I see what you are saying", Jenny replied.

Dylan let her off nicer than he did Aj, "Thanks Kimberly for coming out, you did pretty good but we'll keep you posted", Dylan said to Kimberly.

Kimberly left the auditorium peacefully as the next person went in right after her.

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Cory ran on stage with his freakishly long black matrix coat on his back, with combat boots, and some extremely black "guy-liner" smudged on his lids . The band knew they were looking for pretty much a rock star but not Neo from the Matrix. Cory had a tendency to like dress up every occasion, maybe that's why he was in theater every year.

"Hi everyone I'm Cory Drews and I'll be singing "I Don't Want To Miss A Thing" by Aerosmith", Cory said into the mic. He was the first to actually make an introduction so far and seemed most confident in himself.

"I could stay awake just to hear you breathing
Watch you smile while you are sleeping
While you're far away and dreaming."

When Cory had finished the song, the band sat in their chairs so quiet he could probably hear crickets chirping.

He took that sign as a "No, you are so not joining this band", and left the auditorium with his head down.

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Once the door shut behind Cory, everyone finally began to speak again.

"Why god? Why?" Jenny threw hands up hopelessly.

"What was that? What was that Anthony?! I told you this would happen," said Dylan just throwing his arms across the table.

"Guys, calm down we have another guy coming though right now!" said Anthony trying to calm everyone down before they chase off the next singer.

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But wait, that next singer happened to be someone familiar, very familiar.

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Kyle stood tall facing his friends that were in the back. They were quite shocked to even know Kyle could sing, well at least Dylan wasn't for the matter but the others weren't so sure, "Can Kyle even sing?" most of them thought to themselves.

"Woo! Go Kyle! You can do it!" said Flint in his Rob Schneider impression as he sat in the back raising his arms.

Kyle picked up the mic and began to sing.

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He started the song very softly as if he was too shy to sing in front of everyone, though he had never sang in front of a real crowd before, he continued.

"This may never start.
We could fall apart.
And I'd be your memory.
Lost your sense of fear.
Feelings insincere.
Can I be your memory?"

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As Kyle continued auditioning, Anthony asked Dylan, "Is he?"

"Yah he is", said Dylan smiling. Kyle was performing the band's new song. And Dylan felt accomplished that Kyle actually came and auditioned. Dylan had made a copy of the band's new song and slipped it through Kyle's locker yesterday but he wasn't sure if Kyle was actually going to read it. Kyle's audition was topping every single one they just went through, there was no way Kyle would not make this band.

They continued to watch as Kyle got more in depth with their song.

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He continued to sing the band's new song and raised his voice as he got halfway through it.

"So get back, back, back to where we lasted.
Just like I imagine.
I could never feel this way.
So get back, back, back to the disaster.
My heart's beating faster.
Holding on to feel the same."

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After Kyle finished performing, Dylan waved for him to walk to the back of the auditorium. As Kyle was walking up, he ran into Mimi along one of the aisles and couldn't help but say something to her again, for some reason he liked talking to her.

"So what did you think of my performance?" Kyle asked Mimi. He truly did wonder how he had done up there on the stage. He felt nervous as he waited for to her to respond to him.

"Your a very good singer-" said Mimi but then Kyle decided to cut her off quickly.

"Really? I thought I kind of sounded a little bit bad... so want to go on a date?" asked Kyle toying with her again.

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Mimi fell short as she heard him say the same words to her...again. "What's up with this guy? Why is he so determined to date me? I can never tell if he is kidding either." she thought to herself.

"Just when I thought we were getting somewhere," Mimi said hopelessly weighing down her arms.

"Calm down, I tend to mess around a lot Mimi", said Kyle as he tried to make Mimi feel less uncomfortable. He wasn't trying to be "the pervert" she thought he was. He was just trying to be friendly, sort of.

"Kyle! Over here!" Dylan shouted and waved for Kyle to walk more back.

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"Kyle where did you learn to sing like that?" Anthony asked leaning over a tad.

"Yah dude, I truly though you were going to make a fool of yourself or you were joking when you walked up on stage", said Flint.

"Wow, thanks a lot Flint", Kyle said laughing.

"Welcome to the band buddy!" said Dylan going in for a hug.

"He better be in the band, cause I don't think my ears can take it anymore", said Jenny who was finally relieved that she didn't have to sit through anymore horrifying performances.

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"Sorry to cut your guy's celebrations short but school is almost over and I need to really get you guys out of here before Mr. Scrubs comes back to lock up", said Asia. Asia had the master key for all the doors in the school since she was student council president. She had let the band use the auditorium but she never let anyone know they were in here, which could get her in serious trouble.

"Yah Asia, I'll get these knuckleheads out of your hair, thanks for letting us use the space", said Jenny as she started pulling and pushing the guys toward the exit.

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Mimi was somehow knocked out cold in the woods. She laid there on the bare cold dark floor in deep slumber. Until she had finally awoken to only see she was alone and quite scared.

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"Where am I?" Mimi thought as she looked around her. She was surrounded by tall dark dead trees that seemed to have reached the sky if they wanted to. There was random fog on the ground, in the air, and just everywhere she looked. But there was a light coming from the far neck of the woods.

She got up off the ground and ran towards where she could see the light.

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As Mimi got closer and closer to light, she saw someone standing right under it. It seemed to be a man who was wearing a tuxedo.

"Why is he wearing a tuxedo in the middle of the woods?" Mimi thought to herself. She slowly approached the man slowly and precociously.

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"Um...hello?" Mimi said once.

She walked closer up to the man to tap him on the shoulder, "Hey, do you know where we are sir?" she asked. The man said nothing to her, her knees were buckling right under. It was creepy that this stranger wasn't replying or moving an inch. Mimi backed up a little.

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And then out of nowhere he turned around quickly. The man looked just like Anthony, but cold and dead and he started to get closer to her then he said in a sinister voice smiling, "You're my date!"

Mimi stepped back screaming, "Get away from me! Ahhh!"

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As she tried stepping farther backward, her feet began getting sucked into the ground.

"Help! Help me!" she screamed and shouted as her entire body was under the floor. Gasping for air she was gone and trapped in the ground.

"Mimi? Mimi", said a voice.

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"Mimi! Is she here?", asked Ms. Reynolds as she pondered while taking the class attendance.

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Mimi awoke from her nightmare scared like a little kitten. She looked around and realized it was just a bad dream. "I need to start going to sleep early", she thought to herself.

"Mimi, Ms. Reynolds is saying your name", Lacey said turning her head to Mimi.

"Oh! I'm here Ms. Reynolds, sorry," Mimi said rubbing her eyes.

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It was another Friday in her favorite period of the day, AP Chemistry, except the AP part. Each Friday Ms. Reynolds would put on a health movie for the class to watch the entire period. Sadly, Mimi shared the class with little miss Taylor Batchet, but at least the witch sat in the corner of the class away from Mimi.

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"So Taylor what are you doing this weekend?" asked Sophie.

"I don't know, probably taking Jesca to the groomers", said Taylor.

"Ugh, that sounds boring. Aren't your parents like out of town for the weekend?" Sophie said grinning at the fact Taylor was basically home alone.

"Yes...wait, are you thinking what I'm thinking?" said Taylor winking at Sophie.

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The school bell rang as Jenny, Mimi, and Asia walked with Jenny to her locker.

Mimi looked at the school bulletin board that hung in the middle of the hallway. It hung there to notify all the students of the upcoming school events that were planned all year long, she realized it said Homecoming was in two weeks...already. Mimi forgot all about the Homecoming dance.

"Maybe this year I can actually get a date", she thought to herself as walked past the board.

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When Jenny was finishing up at her locker Mimi asked Jenny grinning, "So are you and Dylan?"

"Me and Dylan what?" asked Jenny confused.

"Dating?" Asia said finishing Mimi's sentence.

"Of course not! What made you guys think that?!" She said blushing.

"I don't know, maybe the fact he likes you", Mimi teased Jenny playfully.

"We're not dating you guys", said Jenny shutting her locker and turning away.

"Okay well my "spider-senses" tell me you guys are going to Homecoming together", said Asia as she trailed behind Jenny.

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"So is it true?! Are you going to throw another party like last year?" asked Monica happily. She loved going to Taylor's parties, they were always extravagant and a blast to go to and anybody whose anybody would never try and miss a single one of Taylor's parties, unless they ended up in a ditch somewhere.

"Yes, it's a perfect time to throw a house party while my parents are out of town", Taylor said smiling.

"Sweet! You got to do what you did last year with all the pretty lights, and the cute Bartenders and that DJ you hired, wasn't he in college too? Oh and we need a band!" Sophie was so excited to help another one of Taylor house parties.

"Sophie you talk too much and I've totally got the band part covered," said Taylor with a crooked smile.

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"Everybody! Party at my house tomorrow night, so be there or be losers!" Taylor shouted throughout the hallway making sure that her voice was heard.

Everyone surrounded Taylor cheering and chanting "party, party", that one hallway began to get rowdy to the point where Principal Bobo was called to reprehend it. All the students scattered before they got detention.

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To Be Continued...

So will everyone else like Kyle's voice?
Will Taylor's Party be as good last year's was?
Homecoming should be interesting don't you think?
And what's up with Jenny and Dylan, and Kyle and Mimi?

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Take Care 1.4: Let's Get This Party Started

Theme Song: LMFAO "Party Rock Anthem" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQ6zr6kCPj8&ob=av2e)

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Jenny, Mimi, and Asia were walking through the hallway as their heard a large crowd making such commotions. They weren't sure as to what was happening since they were on the opposite side of the hallway paying no attention. They walked up to Dylan and Flint.

"Hey guy, what's going on here?" Jenny asked curiously.

"Taylor's throwing another house party", said Flint as he began to stare at Asia.

"No surprise there, it's all she's actually good at", Mimi said rolling her eyes.

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Just then Anthony and Kyle walked over to join up with everyone, they didn't know much of what was going on either until Flint and Dylan filled them in on the details. Anthony was too busy staring at Mimi to even pay attention to what they were saying, but his little moment was interrupted by the sound of high heels hitting the white tiled floors from behind him.

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And of course, it was Taylor and her little puppets on her shoulders following right behind her. They right in front of the boys, mainly seemed to be aimed at Kyle.

"So Kyle I hear your in a band now", Taylor said waiting for him say something. She hadn't talked to Kyle in a very long time.

"Yah and?" Kyle said rudely. He didn't like Taylor and he didn't know why he ever dated her either. She was so disrespectful and mean to people, including himself. And the only time Taylor would speak to him, was when she wanted something.

"And, I was wondering if you guys wanted to play at my party tomorrow night?" asked Taylor.

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"Sure...how about never going to happen?" Kyle said smiling. There was no way he was going to please this evil chick again.

"Dude!" yelled Flint getting excited, he wanted to play a gig for once and Kyle was shutting her down.

"Are you sure about that? I mean, I doubt you guys have played in front of an audience before and let alone have your first gig actually offered to you", said Taylor.

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"Oh my gosh! even after we broke up you are still the same old you. Still manipulative and twisted", Kyle said getting annoyed. Taylor was still at it with her wicked old random schemes.

Mimi turned her head as she heard Kyle getting fussy. She could almost hear the conversation.

"Kyle...shut up, and yes Taylor we will play at your party", Dylan said speaking for the band unlike Kyle.

"Dude, I'm not playing at HER party", Kyle said storming off.

"Oh yes you are or I'll beat the crap out of you!" Dylan said raging after him quickly.

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Anthony glued himself to wall waiting, waiting for the right time to actually talk with Mimi and maybe even ask her out. He checked every few seconds to make sure she wouldn't see him hanging on the side of the wall like a creeper.

"So Mimi, would you like to go to Mimi with me?" Anthony said practicing to himself over and over again in different pitched voices.

He checked his breathe and he was ready to make a move.

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But he was too late, Jenny got to Mimi first and he didn't want to interrupt their conversation let alone be butchered with rejection by Mimi possibly in front of Jenny, that would definitely end up embarrassing, so fled for it.

Sometimes Anthony wished he could be like his best friend Kyle or maybe even Dylan for the matter. Be more spontaneous and outgoing, have enough guts to ask a girl out at least.

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Flint walked inside of the quiet, empty school library and saw Ms. Collins who stood over at the computer desk.

"Hey Ms. Collins, where do I sign up for tutoring?" asked Flint rubbing his head.

"Sign ups are right there on the clipboard, and Flint...no hats are allowed inside school", she said as she took a quick look at Flint's head.

"Ms. Collins, I thought we were cool" Flint said smiling at her, he did come to library every so often to pick out a couple books.

"Okay fine, but if Mr. Bobo walks in here, I didn't know about you and your hat", she said.

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Flint walked merrily down the aisle as he saw his tutor sitting at one of the back tables. From his perspective it looked as if she was already doing her homework or probably just studying. Once he got up to the table he was about to take the seat right next to her until she said, "Oh no, please take the seat across me cause it's much easier for me tutor you that way".

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Flint took the seat that was across from her, Asia.

"Flint? I thought you were an A, B student", Asia said confused as to what Flint was needing tutoring for.

"You know my name? And yeah I am, but Calculus isn't easy", said Flint. "It's a piece of cake", he thought to himself".

"Yah I know your name and everyone name for that matter, I'm your student council president and well what part aren't you understanding and I'll go over it with you", said Asia as she handed him a Calculus book.

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Asia began discussing the problems with him as she handed him some paper and pencil. Flint on the other hand, paid no mind to what she was saying, he was too busy staring at her.

"Why are you staring at me?" asked Asia smiling.

"Nothing, you just have very dark eyes that's all", said Flint.

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What Flint just said seemed pretty offensive to her, "What's that suppose to mean?!" said Asia.

"Oh no no no, I mean I didn't notice them before cause you always wear those glasses", said Flint making the conversation even worse than it already was.

"So now I wear glasses too much, I'm pretty blind just for your information", Asia said rubbing head.

"Okay, I'll just shut up now", Flint said as he picked up the Calculus textbook to block his face which was turning red.

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Dylan walked up to Jenny's doorway to pick her up for his band practice. But even though Jenny did own a car, Dylan wanted to pick her up anyways.

As he knocked on the door Jenny's mother, Caroline answered it.

"Can I help you?" Caroline asked as she stared down the rebellious teenage looking boy who stood in her doorstep.

"No you can't! Later", Jenny said quickly cutting into the conversation and walking outside her door. Jenny didn't like her mother as much as she used to, not since her parents divorce.

"Jenny! How many times do I have to tell you not to talk to me like that?!" yelled Caroline, she was so tired of her daughters sudden behavior lately. First dyeing hair many times, getting a tattoo without permission, and now hanging around boys such as Dylan.

Jenny ignored her and continued walking with Dylan to the car, Caroline slammed the door very loud to where the house next door could probably hear it.

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"She doesn't like me already I'd take it?" Dylan asked curiously.

"If you don't fit into her perfect little modeling career, then no. My mom isn't the greatest mom in the world you know. I mean she dumped my dad just because his career ended, she can be just a-"

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Dylan interrupted Jenny's rambling as he pressed his lips against hers. Jenny was staggered by the sudden move he just made on her and she pushed him, even though she had to admit he was good.

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"What was that?" Jenny asked still looking pretty flabbergasted.

"Well to first shut you up and... you mom was looking", said Dylan smiling and looking back at Caroline through the front window.

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"Turns out, I don't like her either", said Dylan making Jenny laugh.

"How about we get out of here before my mom runs her 4-inch heel up your butt?" Jenny said walking toward Dylan's car door.

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At band practice, they went over the lyrics once more and finally perfected their first song. Hopefully tonight when they perform, the crowd will be throwing their hands in the air and not their drinks at them.

Jenny made Kyle sing the song over and over again, until it sounded the way she wanted it to sound. Perfect.
"This may never start, tearing out my heart.
I'd be your memory.
Lost your sense of fear, feelings disappear.
Can I be your memory?" Kyle sang.

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"Stop, stop! Your singing it wrong still", Jenny shouted at Kyle.

"What the hell am I doing wrong now Jenny?! You told me to sing high pitched then sing low pitched, what now? Sing no pitch?" said Kyle waving the mic around in his hand.

"That's not it, your voice is really good. I just don't feel any emotion from it though", said Jenny.

"Okay, so you want me to...?" said Kyle waiting for Jenny to direct him, "She might as well be the darn manager", he thought.

"Put some damn emotion into the song!" Dylan said shouting at Kyle.

"Okay, okay, geez you guys are so mean", Kyle said. He tried to think of anything that was emotional for him and he found it.

When he sang the song once again, this time Jenny was pleased. There was finally emotion.

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After the band had finished playing they decided to unwind and chat.

"So Dylan, are you Jenny like together now?" Anthony asked.

"Why does everyone keep saying that?", said Jenny getting weak in the knees.

"What's it to you?" Dylan asked back.

"Oh I see, so you won't mind if she goes to homecoming with me then?" Anthony said toying with Dylan.

"You know what? I actually would mind since we are already going together", said Dylan so unexpectedly. He never asked Jenny to homecoming, yet.

Jenny just pretended like she didn't hear a word they just said and planted herself on the hardwood floor.

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"Dylan?" said Flint.

"What Flint?" Dylan said annoyed. If Flint were to say he's hungry again, he would have the nerve to knock him out stone cold.

"What's our band name?" Flint asked.

Everyone looked as if something had died inside the room. The band didn't decide a name yet and maybe this was the right time to do so.

"I'd call ourselves The Soul Surfers", Kyle said breaking the awkward silence.

"Kyle...I suck at surfing", said Dylan grunting.

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"What about Karma?" Anthony said looking at the group as they were in deep thought.

"Yeah, that doesn't sound bad", Kyle said.

As Dylan finally finished his train of thought he said,"Global Karma".

"Now that's awesome guys!" Flint said happily.

"Yeah, Global Karma", Jennifer said smiling at everyone.

"Alright, then it's settled we're Global Karma", Dylan said.

They finished their practice and afterward went home to rest, since they had a big night ahead of them.

[pingpongpanda]

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Mimi braked her blue Volkswagen Beetle in front of Taylor's large house. Mimi noticed as she looked around her front yard, that Taylor went all out with the strobe lights and spritz fountain this year.

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"I see she went crazy this year", said Mimi.

"Yeah I know, very sad...now can you park the car already?! I want to see the inside of little Miss Bitchet's house", Jenny said mocking Taylor's last name. Jenny just truly wanted to see Global Karma perform well.

"Okay, okay I'll park it and hopefully rear end her car", Mimi said as park right next to the limousine.

They got out the car and walked inside blinded by a million strobe that hung everywhere, in and outside the house.

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The girls appeared to just a little late as the was already performing on stage. Jenny's palms were a sweaty, it after all her journal that helped produce such a song.

"This may never start, I'll tear us apart.
Can I be your enemy?
Losing half a year, waiting for you here
I'd be your anything," Kyle sang with such passion.

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"Loosen up Jenny they're doing fantastic, see...everyone's loving it", Asia said trying help Jenny feel confident. Asia was right, everybody was dancing and having fun as Global Karma rocked out.

"Thanks Asia", Jenny said.

"What are you guys doing?! Let's dance", Mimi said watching her friends just standing in the doorway.

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"Okay! Show me what you got twinkle toes", said Jenny teasing Mimi. The girls moved on the dance floor together and began dancing around the mosh pit that spouted.

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"So get back, back, back to where we lasted, just like I imagine.
I could never feel this way.
So get back, back, back to the disaster, my heart's beating faster.
Holding on to feel the same", sang Kyle.

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As Global Karma came to a closing, they were thrown by the loud encore they had gotten by the crowd. They were pleased with the song and maybe asking Jenny for wasn't such a bad idea after all.

"Maybe she should be our manager", Kyle thought to himself. "I'd like to thank Jenny Gardener for helping us create this awesome song, thanks Jenny you rock girl" he said into the mic.

Once Kyle finished speaking, the DJ spun a couple records and kept the party bumping.

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Global Karma escorted themselves off stage to be acquainted by the girls.

"You know Kyle, you didn't have to say that up there", said Jenny.

"Of course he did, if not then I would've wrecked his pretty hair", Dylan said sneering.

"Jenny you really helped us, and go to hell Dylan", said Kyle.

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Asia walked towards the party keg to give it a try. Especially, since she has never been to a party before, she thought she might as well make the night worth it.

"Do you know how to work the keg Asia?" Flint said watching as Asia was looking for the handle to squirt some beer in her cup.

"Um...yeah I found it!" she said so excited like a kid who just received candy.

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Meanwhile, Mimi and Kyle were standing watching as Dylan kissed Jenny over, and over, and over again until finally Kyle said, "So how did you like my singing?".

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"Hm, I think you sucked", Mimi teased him. It tasted bittersweet for her finally be able to get him back for all the jokes he's been throwing her way.

"Oh really?" Kyle asked sarcastically knowing she didn't mean it.

"Yes really. What are you going to do about it?" Mimi said provoking Kyle.

"I don't know...maybe this!"said Kyle as he began to tickle her.

Mimi was very ticklish and began to run away from him.

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"Take it back Mimi and I'll stop chasing you!" Kyle shouted.

"No, never!" Mimi shouted back giggling and still running away. She ended up making a right turn into the laundry and that's when she knew she was screwed.

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Mimi kept laughing trying not to give into Kyle's triumph until she finally cracked and said, "Okay, okay! Stop you're going to make me die of laughter".

"Okay, then say that I'm a good singer", said Kyle getting all cheeky.

"Honestly Kyle, you are an amazing singer", Mimi said.

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When Mimi was finally able to catch her breathe from all that tickle torture, she had realized Kyle was just standing there...staring at her. Mimi also saw that she was alone in the laundry room with him and then suddenly she felt nervous. Her heart began to pound against her chest rapidly like a drum. Why hadn't she felt this way before whenever she was even 5 feet away from Anthony?

Kyle on the other hand was anxious, anxious to kiss her lips that stared him in the face. He kept gazing at Mimi's blue eyes that seemed so innocent and fragile. Kyle didn't want to kiss Mimi or even feel this sort of connection with her, but he couldn't help himself, not anymore.

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Kyle swooped in for Mimi's lips and embraced her with a kiss. He was surprised that Mimi didn't push or shove him away. She didn't nudge or budge either. Maybe she was feeling the same way Kyle did? All he knew was that for once, she let her guard down.

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While the party was still on a roll, Flint came across a passed out, drunk Asia who had laid on Taylor's white leather sofa surrounded by others who had drank too much.

"Asia?...Asia are you okay?" Flint seemed quite worried but at the same time amused to find his tutor passed out drunk in front of him.

"Hm?" Asia mumbled under her toxicity. She rose up off the couch and saw Flint gawking at her.

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Asia felt extremely light-headed and dizzy to the point where she could probably just pass out any minute, she tripped into Flint's arms.

"Whoa, whoa, whoa Asia you need to sit down or get some water in your system", said Flint all worried.

"Flint?" Asia asked.

"What?" said Flint waiting for her to fall over again.

"Let's go to bedroom", Asia said smiling with all white teeth showing.

"Okay?" Flint said awkwardly.

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Kyle and Mimi were still sucking each others faces until Kyle finally stopped. He couldn't keep doing what had already been done and just continue it.

"Wait...I can't do this", Kyle said as he had stopped kissing Mimi. He unwrapped his fit arms from around her waist and let go of her, and then he ran away.

"Kyle!" Mimi shouted, she was pretty much left speechless.

Kyle had just betrayed his best friend Anthony. How was he even going to tell Anthony this? Or could he even tell Anthony this? How could he tell his best friend that he has suddenly fallen head over heels for Mimi?

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To Be Continued...

Whoa, talk about drama!
And what in the world is that?! A camera in the corner of the room, oh boy.
Did Asia really direct Flint to the bedroom?
Didn't get to see much of the party, wonder what else happened?
And did Kyle just kiss and dash on Mimi? How rude right?

[pingpongpanda]

Hey people, didn't think I'd publish so much sooner than I planned, but I was dieing to publish this chapter so you guys could read it. Have fun :]

Take Care 1.5: Never Again
Theme Song: Kelly Clarkson "Never Again" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVYesEpMr84&ob=av2e)

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Taylor woke from her deep slumber lying on the couch. Her place was left a mess after the party, but that's what housekeeping was for. She rubbed her eyes still dreary from last night.

"Why am I sleeping on the couch?", she said to herself as she rose off the cream, leather couch heading towards her bedroom.

"I need a bath", she said once again contemplating.

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As Taylor walked into her bedroom, she had noticed sudden movements in her bed.
"What the hell! I am not running a Holiday Inn, get out from under sheets you losers", Taylor spat out as she began pulling the covers off them.

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One of them sat up and it turned out to be the college boy of DJ Taylor had hired from last night.

"Ew, now I need to clean my cashmere sheets, you are so not getting paid", said Taylor furiously, then stormed off to her bathroom to take a bath.

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Taylor sat in her tub cleansing herself as bubbles fluttered everywhere. Her house was a very quiet place. Her brother was always locked away in his bedroom doing whatever. It made Taylor curious sometimes of what he does in his room and the spare room that lied inside the corridor. Both rooms had a serious locks on them that only her brother could access. Not even Taylor's mother knew what was going on. She was too busy caring for herself these days.

Taylor finished up her bath and then walked away into the house's security room.

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"Come here Jesca, come to mommy", Taylor said to her pet chihuahua Jesca, in a baby voice.

"Now let's see if any bums stole our things", she said holding Jesca while going over the footage of last nights party. Taylor tended to do this every time she threw a house party just in case anyone did something ridiculous.

While looking over it she found something that took her breathe away. Kyle...kissing Mimi. How did this happen? When did this happen? Taylor thought she had her eyes on Kyle all night. That's why she invited his band to play at her party.Could she have really devoured that much alcohol last night to forget all about Kyle's presence?

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Taylor kept over thinking last night over and over again in her head. But then she wondered, why did Kyle run away from Mimi? Was she a bad kisser? Or was there a catch? She wanted to know why. There must be a reason why. Taylor felt a scheme slowly hatching in her brain, but what she didn't know is that someone was watching her.

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Mimi rose from her deep sleep as the sunlight blinded her eyes making her head throb. She had no clue how she got home last night let alone Asia, who laid next to Mimi snoring.

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Mimi could smell a strong essence of buttermilk pancakes coming from kitchen and it made her starving. She looked back over to her sleepy friend.
"Wake up Snorlax, let's go eat breakfast" Mimi said rocking Asia out of her slumber.

Asia randomly murmured Flint's name once or twice. Mimi began yanking her blanket from under her bottom as she rolled over and finally fell awake.
"What, what's wrong with you?", said Asia as she hit the floor.

"Let's go eat something, aren't you hungry?" said Mimi questionably asking Asia, she thought she might have heard her stomach quiver at the smell of pancakes.

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Mimi and Asia walked inside the kitchen as they saw the nanny, Maria serving up some pancakes.

"It's about time you sleepy heads woke up, I thought I was going have to get an ice bucket", said Jenny smiling at her hungover friends.

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Mimi took the empty seat next to Jenny and planted herself in it.
"Yeah about that, what happened last night?" asked Mimi as she tried to ignore her headache.

"Let's just say I can't you guys anywhere", said Jenny laughing as she took a bite from her pancake.

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Mimi then got curious when Jenny had said "you guys", what in god's name did Asia do?
"Whoa what? Asia drank too last night?" Mimi asked as Asia pretended not to listen o her for a minute.
"What did you guys drink? Cause you totally look like zombies", said Mimi's little brother Timmy as he stared at Mimi and Asia's baggy eyes.

"We drank too much soda", said Mimi scaring her little twin brothers to death.

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"Okay guys, let's just say what happened at the party stays at the party. Oh, and Mimi what happened to you and Kyle last night? I mean he was there and then he was gone. Did you guys smoochie smooch?" Jenny said teasing Mimi.

"Haha very funny Jenny", said Mimi sarcastically get lost in thought.

Mimi liked Anthony, though maybe she was starting to actually like Kyle too. Was it wrong to like two people at the same time? Though for some reason whenever she's around Kyle, he makes her laugh and maybe isn't such a creep after all. Anthony on the other hand only said "hi" and "bye" to Mimi. Will they ever have a conversation?

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"Ugh! Nanny Maria? Can I be excused, hearing this just made me lose my appetite", Jimmy said disgusted at the thought of his older sister kissing another person.

"Aw, Mimi your brother is so cute. Can I kidnap him?" said Jenny all giddy.

"Please do, you can take the other one as a bonus too", Mimi said.

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"This may never start.
Tearing out my heart.
I'd be your memory," sang Kyle while playing the guitar.

Dylan wanted Kyle to start playing guitar while singing and decided to show him how to play the bands song, so that Anthony would have a little bit more slack while guitaring his solos. Global Karma was finally becoming a band once and for all, but they were missing just one thing, a manager. Dylan couldn't do everything by himself and Jenny just wanted to be the songwriter. Looks like another thing was added to the "to-do list".

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Kyle played the guitar almost better than Anthony did. Kyle had always went with Dylan, Anthony, and Flint to guitar lessons, but he had to stop. His father was so judgmental of his extracurricular activities. His father always controlled him through sports and clubs. He wanted nothing but for Kyle to get an amazing Scholarship to Stanford University. But Kyle didn't really know if he wanted to go to Stanford.

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"Kyle are you okay? You seem out of it today dude", said Dylan as he slowed down on his guitar.

"Huh?" Kyle said questionably, he hadn't noticed how spaced out he was.

"Let's take a break, you look lost", Dylan said sitting his guitar down.

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Kyle planted himself on the counter, as Dylan got comfortable in the steel stool that stood in front of the cash register and turned on the TV he took from the back. Kyle and Dylan worked at the town's roller rink. The two of them would probably even work there for free just because the owner, Rob let them use space to practice on sometimes.

Dylan was sort of becoming freaked out with Kyle's silent behavior. Usually Kyle was the one you'd have to tell shut up every once in a while but he decided to concern himself.

"Okay Kyle, what's up?" asked Dylan.

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"What do you mean?" Kyle asked pretending like nothing was bothering him.

"You've been quiet for about ten minutes now and that's pretty weird just for you", said Dylan.

Kyle was still pretty blatant about last night at Taylor's party. He kissed Mimi and then ran away like a sissy. Not to mention the fact Anthony would be so mad at him and even Mimi. He wondered if Mimi was upset with him the most?

"What would say if I like someone, who my friend was really interested in?" asked Kyle.

"I'd say if it's Jenny, your dead meat", said Dylan.

"No no no no, Jenny is like a long lost sister to me, no way dude", Kyle said spilling out of his mouth. He certainly would never want to feel the wrath of Dylan's fist to his face.

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"Well I'd just ask myself if she's really worth losing a friend over", said Rob from behind Dylan and Kyle in the back doorway.

"Well good morning to you too Rob", said Dylan trying to cover up the stolen TV.

"You know I was wondering where my TV was, but then again all I had to do was look for Dylan", Rob said looking at Dylan. Rob was the owner of the roller rink and lived in the basement. Kyle and Dylan were actually one of Rob's closest friends yet youngest friends.

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"And Kyle if you really, really like this girl and think she's the one for you, then maybe it's time you tell her and your friend how you really feel", said Rob looking back at Kyle.

"Thanks Rob", Kyle said smiling.

"Yeah and who's this girl if I may ask?" Dylan asked curiously.

"Mimi, Jenny's friend", said Kyle.

"Yeah yeah yeah, let's not get sentimental and put my TV back pipsqueak!" Rob said walking away back into his bedroom.

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The Next day, Jenny decided to drag Mimi along with her to the mall to meet Dylan. Mimi didn't really want to go and be the third wheel around Dylan and Jenny as they locked lips everywhere ten seconds. It just wasn't a situation Mimi wanted to be in.

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When they arrived Jenny was being a bit conspicuous as Mimi was following her through the outside corridor.

"Jenny?" Mimi said her name all weary.

"What best friend?" asked Jenny who had begun to fiddle with her hair.

"What are you planning?" Mimi asked raising an eyebrow trying catch up to Jenny and see her facial expression. Whenever Mimi could see Jenny's face, she could tell if she were lying or not.

"Nothing, don't be so paranoid Mimi", said Jenny walking faster.

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Kyle observed all the guitars that had hung over the walls and were lined up on the wall. He was beginning to wonder if he needed a new guitar, but really he only came to the store to get some guitar strings.

"Dylan are you ready to leave? I've been waiting on you for about half an hour", said Kyle grunting at the fact Dylan shopped like an old woman.

"No give me ten more minutes, I swear", said Dylan trying to distract himself with something.

"You said that last time, and if you keep wondering around here any longer the cashier might start to wonder if your stealing something. Your not stealing are you?" Kyle said getting worried. He didn't want to be apart of Dylan's crazy little rants.

"Of course not, I have money", said Dylan.

Just as Dylan finished speaking, Kyle turned his head to the elevator that made a loud bing and spotted Jenny...with Mimi behind her.

"I knew you were up to something! I'm out of here", Kyle said frantically as he began trying to exit on the opposite side of the store.


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"Oh no your not!" Dylan grabbed a hold of Kyle and held him against his will.

"Dude, not funny anymore let go seriously!" said Kyle getting aggravated as Dylan kept him captive in a headlock. He wasn't ready to face Mimi yet and certainly not unexpectedly.

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Dylan finally let go of Kyle who had looked so pissed at Dylan for that.

"Jenny, Mimi! Over here!" Dylan shouted signaling them forth. The girls looked pretty lost
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Jenny and Mimi finally spotted Dylan...and Kyle. Mimi wasn't expecting that.

"What the hell Jenny?" Mimi said murmuring under her lips as she pretended to smile.

"You can thank me later", said Jenny who murmured back then went up and kissed Dylan,

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Mimi stopped right in front of Kyle sort of ignoring his presence. She felt so awkward being there with Kyle in the room. She didn't know whether to slap him or just go to another store. How could Jenny do something so ridiculous to her? This was the part when she wished she was the third wheel.

"Hey", said Kyle trying to brush off the silence.

"Hey", Mimi said all weird. She felt too uncomfortable and walked over to examine the music that was in the store.

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"Dylan I don't know about this, they aren't really chatting", said Jenny as she watched Mimi and Kyle.

"Trust me, Kyle will wisp her off her feet in no time", said Dylan. He had confidence in Kyle, but at the same time a little concern. Kyle was kind of different around Mimi than he had ever been with any other girl.

"I'm not too sure about that", said Jenny.

"How so?" Dylan asked raising a brow, "Jenny what aren't you telling me?"

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Kyle approach Mimi as she was looking over the CD rack.
"Mimi, I'm sorry about last night. That kiss took me by surprise", Kyle said apologizing.

Mimi was at first silent but then said,"It's okay, I was kind of winded too besides the fact of you running out afterwards. I mean. Was I a bad kisser or something?" Mimi rambled on.

"No no no, I was just taken back. And no, your not a bad kisser...wait a minute was that your first kiss Mimi?" Kyle asked. He was hoping not cause that would be a god awful first kiss since he totally ran out on her.

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"Well if you mean to guy that I like then yes", said Mimi as she tried to be cool about it.

"Okay now I feel like an douche bag and you like me?", asked Kyle as his heart skipped a beat.

"Well not everything is suppose to be perfect Kyle it's okay, and well yes Kyle Hammon, I have fallen for your impeccable charm", Mimi said laughing.

Kyle was glad Mimi didn't sucker punch him or anything. If it were only other bratty girl he dated...or maybe even kissed, they would've have definitely been way more offended. Like Taylor for example.

"Mimi..." Kyle said embracing her.

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"I like you too", Kyle said holding his arms around her.

Mimi's heart was pounding pretty fast to the point where she thought it could explode. She had never felt this way about someone before and it was a lovely feeling none the less. As Kyle embraced her she could probably smell the fragrance he was wearing, was it Calvin Klein? or Axe Spray? She wondered.

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After being in the music store for three hours Kyle couldn't take it anymore and was ready ready to leave.

"Me and Dylan are going to try and write some more music together and I think my work is done here, later", Jenny said walking away behind Dylan.

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Kyle and Mimi watched as the two drove off in Jenny's green jeep.
"So, want to go to the beach?" asked Kyle

"I don't have a bathing suit but okay", Mimi said.

"No worries, I promise we aren't going to get wet", Kyle said reassuring her.

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Kyle's car made a stop in front of the pavement. Mimi had gotten out of the car to only notice that they were surrounded by a million trees. Where in the world was Kyle trying to take her? Cause it certainly didn't look like the beach. It looked like the Evergreen Forest.

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He lured her down a flight of stairs that followed a very long deep path. Luckily all of it was lit by a few lights, or there would be no way Mimi would walk through that amazon in the dark.

"Kyle are you trying to lead me out to a place where you can kill me and bury my body, cause I'm not going to lie but that's what it looks like.

Kyle started laughing then said, "Well I guess you're going to have to reach the end of the trail to find out".

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About five minutes had passed until they finally reached sand. Mimi was pretty stunned that she had never noticed this place in Cali at all.

"And this is the beach", Kyle said showing her.

"Kyle, why aren't there any waves?" Mimi said laughing.

"Well it's not really a beach", Kyle laughed, "It's actually one of the closest boat piers we have, I just call it a beach cause of the sand".

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"So do you have a boat or something?" Mimi asked.

"Yeah, actually I do. Maybe I'll take you and others on it one day", said Kyle looking at the docks.

"And how many girls have you shown this place to?" Mimi asked the playboy as he began rubbing his.

Kyle made a fake cough, "Six".

"Kyle!" Mimi waled like a little kid who got candy taken away.

"I'm kidding! This is actually a place me and the guys discovered that no one really knows about. And we sort of promised not to tell anyone about it, so shhh", said Kyle.

They continued to look out at the ocean view. It was bountiful and the air was filled with the aroma of sea salt, but yet so fresh.

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As they watched a couple boats float by, Kyle began to hold Mimi's hand. Her hands were soft and not too cold and not too warm, but just right. He began to feel as if he could hold them forever.

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After they had finished their little rendezvous, Kyle drove Mimi home. Luckily for Mimi, her father wasn't home to see his daughter hop out of some guy's red mustang or else he'd come outside with his badge and gun and inspect Kyle.

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He even offered to walk her up to her doorstep. After that they sort of stood there in silence and didn't know what to say. They weren't ready for goodbye even though they had school tomorrow.

"Well I'll see you at school tomorrow then", said Kyle.

"Kyle wait", said Mimi as she tugged his arm

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Mimi kissed him once again. Though Kyle wasn't really expecting that again anytime soon since he screwed the first time around.

"Goodnight", Mimi said as she walked inside her house closing the door behind her.

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"Yes", Kyle said whispering to himself as he was halfway down the staircase.
Now he finally knew the way Mimi felt about him and it felt relieved only for a split second until he had realized he still needed to tell Anthony.

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It was another week that had gone by in an instant, it was already Friday and the Homecoming game was tonight. And the Homecoming dance was next week. Everyone was looking for dates and formal stores were going to need to restock a lot to keep with this group of teenagers. Mimi and Kyle were beginning to become closer and closer to each other. They shared Ms. Reed for their Trigonometry class and yet again had to deal with the annoying Taylor who sat right in front of them. At least they were able to pick their partners and obviously they chose each other.

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"Well well well, look who decided to come in la-", Flint said as stopped talking and started looking.

"What is there something wrong with my face?" asked Asia.

"Not at all, I mean there wasn't anything wrong to begin with", said Flint trying to save himself from another one of Asia's angry faced looks.

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Flint kept staring at Asia as she went over the criteria of this weeks tutor session.

"Flint?..Flint!" Asia yelled trying to get his head out of limbo.

"Huh? I was listening", said Flint lying.

"Then what did I just say?" Asia asked.

"Yeah...I don't know", Flint said rubbing his head.

"Focus Flint, Focus. I said next week I'll have to start tutoring you from my house because I'll need watch my little sister after school", said Asia annoyed. She hated repeating herself.

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"Oh okay, cool", said Flint smiling.

"And don't get any weird ideas, I have a black belt", Asia said throwing it in.

"I am not that kind if guy Asia and remember, I was the one that drove you home that night of Taylor's Party", said Flint picking up a book and reading it.

Asia never forgot that ever. She was actually really thankful that he did that, someone she barely knew at all but just by name who had decided to take her to Mimi's house safely. It was sort of hard for Asia to let people in, but she then again did let her best friends Mimi and Jenny into her life.

"What are you doing this weekend Flint?" asked Asia.

"Why are you asking me out on a date, I'm flattered", Flint said all cheeky.

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In the hallway, Dylan and Jenny were chatting near her locker. Dylan really knew how to make her laugh a lot. Jenny hadn't so much laughter to let out but before her parents break-up. Jenny used to always smile and laugh, maybe it was indeed a good thing she became friends with Dylan after all.

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As the cute couple kept laughing it up, Ryan and Aj were talking from behind Dylan.

"Jenny's mom like an underwear model or something" Aj asked.

"Yeah I think she is actually, why?", said Ryan.

"Cause, I hope the saying goes like mother like daughter", Aj said making Ryan crack up.

Dylan could here the entire conversation and jumped in.
"What the hell did you just say dude?" asked Dylan.

"Oh nothing but that I hope your girlfriend here becomes like her mom", said Aj joking and looking Dylan straight in the eyes.

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Dylan lost it and punched Aj so hard in the face, people thought they heard a cheekbone crack.

"And I hope you learn to keep your mouth shut", said Dylan looking at Aj who was laid out across the floor as everyone watched the wrath of Dylan Stewart. Everyone was thinking to themselves how redundant Aj was to even say that to Dylan's face. It was just down right heroic.


"Dylan Stewart to Student Affairs", a voice said in the intercom.

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Principal Bobo sat in his lofty office staring at Dylan and then Aj's face and then back to Dylan who obviously didn't have a scratch on him. Mr. Bobo and Dylan were like two pees in a pod, if Mr. Bobo said detention, Dylan would walk there. With all the trouble Dylan was always into, him and Mr. Bobo was somewhat friends and on a first name basis.

"Dylan why is it every time I hear a commotion in the hallway that you are most likely the one who causes it?" Mr. Bobo said shaking his head.

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"I don't know Bobo, maybe because some idiot such as this one always has to come along and say something stupid about me", said Dylan, "And not to mention I've been sort dying to punch him ever since he song that Justin Timberlake song at my band's audition".

"But it wasn't even about you and what the heck is wrong with Justin?", Aj snapped back at Dylan.

"Jenny is me, so basically yes it was about me", Dylan said rolling his eyes, "And nice to see you finally got up after that punch, maybe I'll knock you back down again".

"Who the heck is Jenny? And by the way how's your band doing?" asked Mr. Bobo

"My girlfriend and we found a lead singer so everything is pretty much good to go", said Dylan.

"Aw, how cute and what's her classes, maybe I'll stop by one later. And when you guys become famous I want a free copy of your first CD", said Mr. Bobo. He always tried to be friendly with most students around school and was basically one of the coolest principal's alive. He never really suspended people but his favorite word was "detention".

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"You know it's very cute and all how guys are butt buddies, but can I just get my detention slip already cause I could seriously use some ice", Aj said trying to excuse himself.

"And I seriously just want to punch you again", said Dylan cracking his knuckles.

"Oh right", Mr. Bobo said clearing his throat and writing on the blank detention slips, "We'll talk about this later. Aj detention, Dylan detention. Now beat it, I've got announcements to make".

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At lunchtime, the group began to sit with each other and sooner than they thought they formed their very own large table that only seemed to have enough seats for themselves.

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But at Taylor's table, people were not allowed to sit there without permission unless they wanted the crap kicked out of them or to be called loser a hundred times. Taylor's circle of friends involved pretty much all the annoying kids in the school except for Jeremy, Cody, and Lacy. People always wondered why those three wasted their time at that table, since all they really talked about was how pretty their hair was, or about the upcoming games.

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"And well hello Spoto Spartans! Welcome back from your luxurious summer vacation. I am your host Samuel Davis sitting here with Rodney Jones a graduate of our opposing team, the Tuscan Titans. So Rodney, what do you think of tonight's match up", said Samuel into the mic.

"I think and know from experience that these two teams hate each others guts Sam. And this should truly be a very interesting game tonight", Rodney said.

"Well you heard it folks, one big rivalry game coming right up!" Samuel said.

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The homecoming game lifted off to a great start the Spartans took the first shot into the net. There were quite a few times when the Spartans had let their guard down though and the Titans were able to even out the score. It was tied one to one, and it was half time.

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"Give it up everyone for your Spoto Spartan Cheerleaders!" Samuel said as he hyped up the crowd.

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The girls ran one after another into the center of the field. They were ready to perform once again on their grassy green home field.

"Let's go Spartans!" Yeah Spartans, come on!" The girls cheered.

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The girls displayed such a tremendous performance that made the crowd come alive. Having a pyramid and not only adding in for Mimi and Monica to do back flips was enough to keep everyone entertained.

"Give it up for your Spoto Spartan cheer squad once again everyone!" Samuel said.

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Half time was over and the game was back on. The score was still one to one and the team would be devastated to lose their very own home game. Spoto High had never lost a home game before and wouldn't begin to now.

Coach Durham subbed Flint in for Kyle again.
"Kyle are you okay son? You seemed pretty tired out there", Durham said.

"I'm fine Coach, you don't need to take me out", Kyle said trying not trying to breathe heavily.

"Take a seat on the bench boy, Flint go in and win this thing!" Coach said pushing Flint out there.

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There was exactly ten seconds left on the clock as Flint became corned by the Titans. It was either shoot and hopefully get a shot or try and fiddle around them for a better chance. Flint looked fast, there wasn't enough time to get around them so he took a shot.

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"Goooooal!" Samuel yells into the mic.

"The Spoto Spartans have beaten the Titans once again!" Rodney screams.

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The Spartans ran over rubbing Flint's hair and scooping him up from right under his feet.
"Well Flint I didn't think you had it in you", Durham said laughing.

"Thanks Coach", Flint said laughing with him.

"We are the Spartans, huh huh! We are the Spartans, huh huh!" They chanted their school cheer.

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After the game Flint found an unexpected surprise waiting for him right outside the boys locker room.

"Hey Asia, what's up?" asked Flint.

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"Hey! Just seeing how you were doing. I mean you totally won that game for us back there", Asia said.

Flint kept staring into her beautiful dark eyes. Asia was so striking to Flint more than food ever struck his stomach. Was Flint actually putting the plate behind?
Flint finally responded to her as she started looking at him weird.

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"Yeah I know. What a lucky shot. I mean I didn't think it would make it in the goal, but thank god it did. We can't stop our school's tradition now and that was a real close ga-" Flint kept speaking until he was cut off by Asia's lips.

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"Wow, um", Flint said mesmerized, "You want to go to dinner with me, I mean I was about to go anyways but do you want to join me?" Flint asked.

"Sure, let's go", Asia said excited.
Asia was beginning to become less of a nerd and more of a girl with a life in and out of high school. Mimi was beginning to brush off on her a little bit. Why not have fun in high school and outside too?

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Kyle watched as his friends chatted near the phone booth. He saw how happy everybody was and how just being around each other made them all just, well happy. He didn't want to ruin though. Ruin it by telling Anthony about him and Mimi. This thought circled in his head like a hurricane.

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He looked up at the night's sky spacing off.
"I never took you for the lonesome type", Taylor said behind Kyle nearly spooking him half to death.

"And I never took for Type B, but I think you know what the B stands for", said Kyle ignoring Taylor's presence.

"So when are you going to tell him the truth?" asked Taylor grinning.

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And that's when Kyle turned around angry, "What are you spying on me now Taylor? What is wrong with you?"

"Well Kyle, I didn't really have to spy on you exactly to come across you locking lips with Mimi in front of one of my house security cameras, now did I?" She asked pointing out her evidence.

"And why do you care?!" asked Kyle.

"That's the thing, I don't", Taylor laughed, "But I need a boyfriend to survive boring old high school and I think you fit the picture".

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"No way in hell would I date you again!", Kyle said grunting at her.

"Oh really? Well how do you think Anthony would feel about you and Mimi, yeah know. I mean it wasn't that hard to notice the way Anthony looked at Mimi the first couple weeks of school. Don't you guys like have a guy code or something?" Taylor said playfully.

"Why do you want to date me so bad? Why not someone more popular or better looking? Why the hell me Taylor?!" said Kyle. He didn't understand Taylor's obsession over him lately, it was driving him crazy.

"Because, I told Mimi I'd have the last laugh freshman year and well, I will when I date you again", said Taylor eying Kyle down.

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"Oh really? So you want to hurt Mimi? Well now that's just a I'd rather be Justin Bieber than date you no", Kyle said.

"Whatever you say boyfriend. I just better see your pretty red and black mustang in my driveway once again school morning, or I'll spill the juice. Toodles!" Taylor said walking away to her limo.

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Kyle dropped down to the floor, angry. He didn't know what to do. Taylor would definitely open up her big mouth about him and Mimi. He certainly couldn't let Anthony find out, at least not from Taylor. Kyle set his mind to it. He was going to tell Anthony the truth Monday.


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To Be Continued...

Holy Crap! Kyle's got it real bad. What's he going to do?
Will Taylor open her mouth anyways?
Homecoming is next week, who's Mimi's date?
Asia and Flint? Her father would never approve of this.
Well now we've seen what Dylan is capable of?

Find out next time on Take Care.

[Karasu20]

I only read the first two chapters so far, but I really like it!!

Good job =)

[pingpongpanda]

I only read the first two chapters so far, but I really like it!!

Good job =)

Thanks very much for commenting! I try to write every week or two :turtle:

[pingpongpanda]

Take Care 1.6: Homecoming
Hey people, I know it's been a while but I've been busy and my computer was being silly. But anyways here's chapter 6. Have fun!

Theme Song: The All-American Rejects "Dance Inside" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwSj7w1z-hA)

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Asia's father pulled over in front of Spoto High School. He unraveled his seat belt and place his arm on the back Asia's seat and looked her directly in the eyes. He was calm and composed on the car ride there but was still angry with her.

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"Today, all I ask is that you focus on your schoolwork and not and any boys", Lee said.
"Yes, dad", Asia said obediently. She was never the type of girl to go against what her father says to her. She always did her schoolwork and studied after school for hours. But Lately, her father has been realizing her slack.
"Okay...have a nice day", Lee said unlocking the door.
"Bye", Asia softly as she got out the car.

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Just when Asia crossed over the other side of the car, she saw Flint waiting there as usual. It had been that way since last week when they began dating.
"Hey Asia!" Flint said happily as he saw his girlfriend. He was always so cheerful.
"Hey! Didn't I text you to wait inside for me?" Asia said because she knowingly knew her father was definitely staring at her back right now.
"Oh yeah...crap sorry. I just couldn't wait to see you".

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Asia's father honked the horn a couple times waving at her to get away from Flint and glared at her through the smart car window.
"That child", Lee said angrily.
He would've gotten out of the car but he was backing up the road sitting there, so he drove home.

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"See! This is why I wanted you to wait inside for me. Now I have to go home and hear his mouth again", Asia said frantically. She hated being criticized for every little thing she did wrong. So she tried to do everything right.
"I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'll listen next time".

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"You better be sorry! And where were you last night? I was calling you and you didn't answer", Asia asked question after question.

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Flint didn't answer, he was too busy staring at the limousine that had just pulled up in front and the one person that got out of it.
"Hello? Flint?" Asia snapped her fingers at him.

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Flint surprisingly kissed Asia on the cheek and ran away as if his life depended on it.
"Sorry Asia! But I gotta run!" Flint yelled as he ran into the school building.
"How dare you kiss a girl and run away!" Asia yelled back.

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She made him walk into the school entrance tugging his arm against his will. He felt a discomfort as he knew about the things he was about to face once he entered the school with her on his arm.

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"Oh my god, Sophie text everyone a picture of this fast", Monica said as she stood next to her twin sister.
Sophie quickly scrimmaged through her purse to try and find her cell phone. This was definitely going to be the talk of the day. And gossip was just within a click of button.

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Mimi

"Mimi, when are you going to quit dawdling with your fingers over and over again?" Jenny asked me.
"Shut up, I can't help that it I'm nervous", I said.
"Why are you so nervous?"
"Because. I want to ask Kyle...if we're dating", I began picnicking with my fingers again.
"You're so shy why don't you just ask him", Jenny laughed.
"Because! Even though he said he likes me, he didn't say that I'm his girlfriend".
"Well since he already kissed you and said that he likes you, you technically are his girlfriend stupid", Jenny said.
I felt a little bit relieved, but I wanted to hear those words from his own mouth.

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"What do you think Jenny?... Jenny?" I asked.
I continued to talk but then Jenny suddenly stopped walking. What's with her? She always does this now.
"Okay. I'm prepared. Where is he?" Jenny thought to herself.

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"Eh-!", Jenny jumped as Dylan sneaked up on her again. If he keeps at it, she might have a heart attack one day. "I knew it", Jenny thought to herself.
"Jenny!" Were you waiting for me? Maybe I should sneak up on you somewhere else", Dylan said laughing as he petted his girlfriend's hair. "Hey Mimi!" Dylan said all cheeky.
"Morning Dylan", I said smiling back as I watched Jenny become a pet.

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Dylan turned his head to Anthony who stood behind him and then smiled.
"Damn Anthony. She just totally ignored you, maybe you are my shadow" Dylan said.
"Shut up", Anthony said. He sounded pissed.
"See what happens when you don't learn to greet girls. You don't get a "good morning" from Mimi", Dylan said.
I guess he was joking around. It's not that I didn't want to greet Anthony, it's just that I didn't know how either. Anthony does seem to keep to himself a lot. I wonder if he's always like that.

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"Whatever. And dude, will you knock it off, and quit petting Jenny's head. She's not a dog", Anthony said. I think he felt kind of embarrassed for the fact that Dylan said that.
"What are you talking about? She loves it", Dylan said as he continued.
"No I don't, you're messing up my hair!" Jenny said. "Damn it. It does feel good".
"But your hair was already messy". He hit the hammer on the nail. "And where's Kyle? he should've been here first".

Yeah, where is that pervert?

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"Gosh, I should've totally skipped today and went to the beach", Hailey said.
"Why are you so obsessed with the beach?" asked Miranda.
"What do you mean "why"? Hello? There's a lot of hot guys there".
"Hailey? Don't you have a boyfriend?" asked Fiona.
"So?"

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"Oh, I got a text from one of the twins. How random, what do they want?", Miranda said as she checked her phone.
"What is it Miranda?" Fiona asked as she looked at Miranda space off at her phone.

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"That bitch!" Miranda screamed as she stormed out of the classroom.

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"And I was like dude! That's not ketchup it's hot sauce!" Anthony said, telling us the funny thing that happened between him and Kyle a while ago. Anthony and Kyle sure are close friends. I wonder how long they've known each other for.
We were laughing as Flint ran up behind us shouting.
"Guys! I just saw Kyle get out of Taylor's limousine?"
"And I'm Obi Wan Kenobi" Anthony said sarcastically as I laughed.

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"Wait...that kinda makes sense since Kyle isn't here early as usual", Dylan said.
"But Kyle hates that brat", Anthony said. He sounded annoyed at the thought of them together.
"Then why did he ride with her?" Flint asked.
"Let's not jump to conclusions maybe his car broke down", Dylan said.
I bet he didn't want to believe that Kyle would be with Taylor. Neither did I. I want to know. Now.

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Then out of no where, Asia appeared.
"Hey Asia", I said to her.
"Hey...why did I just see Kyle walking with Taylor Batchet?" Asia asked.
"What?!" both Anthony and Dylan shouted.
"Yes! See I told you so!" Flint said all happy that no one was doubting him.
"You're an idiot", said Anthony.
"Calm down guys, let's just wait by the staircase. I'm sure he hasn't gotten up here yet", Jenny said.
Everyone followed behind Jenny to the top of the stairs. I bet they wanted to know just as much as I did.

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"What..the...hell?" Jenny said as she pretended to smile at them.
"I'm going to kick him where it hurts", Dylan said.
My mouth dropped as I was speechless. Asia turned her head away, she didn't want to look anymore, plus Taylor's eyes were scary.
"See! see!" Flint shouted behind us.

Taylor and Kyle. Impossible. Everyone thought they were definitely done for. Sure thing they were a popular commodity, but Kyle hates Taylor's guts. Why would he want to be near the girl that treated him like a dog? Let alone let her hold his arm like that. As if they were together. I thought we were together.

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Kyle looked at us with a dim expression. I've never seen him look like that before.

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"Jenny are you seeing this too or am I dreaming? Please tell him I'm dreaming", Dylan said as he waved his hands around pinching himself.
"Sorry to tell...but you're not", Jenny said displeased.

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Kyle looked a bit spooked. I bet he wasn't expecting us to be waiting there by the staircase for him, but we were worried. But we still are. What would make him withstand her? I thought he liked me, not her. Did I maybe hear him wrong?

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"That bastard", Dylan said.
"I know. And after all the trouble we went through to get them together", Jenny whispered.
I saw Jenny and Dylan speaking quietly, but what about? But what's more important is why Kyle is with Taylor.

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Kyle finally made a move and walked past us all. Ignoring we were even there. No one said a word to him. We just moved out of the way before we got stepped on. Kyle seemed like a robot right now and Taylor was the creator.

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Kyle

I felt like crap. I walked past and ignored my friends. I ignored Mimi, the one girl I wanted to see most out of today. All because she asked me to, Taylor. How is this happening? Oh yeah, this evil girl is blackmailing me.
"Whoa, what's up with this?" asked Nick.
"The power couple is back!", said Adam.
I hate these guys. They think they're the bomb because they all play sports. So do I, but I don't act like a king. Not anymore. I used to back when I dated Taylor, but I almost lost my friends because of my selfishness.

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(Clack Clack Clack Clack)
Their heels stomped on the floor as if they were ripping the runway.

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"Excuse us fellas", Miranda said.
"You are excused sexy", Adam said winking. What a dog.

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God help me. It's Miranda. The girl who kept trying to steal me away from Taylor back when we used to go out. Don't tell me she's at it again. These guys are like carnivores, they stab each other in the back without giving a damn.
"Nice to see you're back with Taylor again, Kyle", Miranda smiled at me. "But I don't believe it at all. I heard you hated Taylor. So what does she have against you?"
Wow, she's good. It's as if she saw right through Taylor. Or as if she's Taylor's long lost sister.

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"Miranda, are you doubting our relationship?" Taylor asked.
"Of course I am", Miranda smiled. "I know this isn't real. Why would Kyle go out with you again when he has a bunch of other girls throwing themselves at him? After all, he is the school playboy".
Is this really how they think of me? I feel like a piece of meat.

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"Excuse me-" Taylor said.
"Look bitch, I know you're up to no good and I will knock you off your high horse. So look out", Miranda spat.
Holy crap. What just happened?

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Taylor stood there staring at Miranda as she walked away. Everyone gawked at Taylor as she got told off. I bet she lost points for that. Being popular isn't easy. You have to keep an image and truly, her's just plummeted.
Miranda. She just might be my savior out of this mess. I mean I should dump Taylor in front of everyone and make her become a zero, but then she'll tell Anthony the way I feel about Mimi. And he'll definitely believe her because I went out with Taylor because of it. Damn, what was I thinking?

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"Hmph", he smiled

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How? Tell me how?

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Mimi looks sad. I bet she hates my guts and wishes to probably push me down the staircase. Maybe Taylor as well.

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I wasn't thinking when I agreed to go out with Taylor at all. I forgot to think about Mimi's sake. We share some classes together and so I forgot. Hell, we even eat lunch together with our friends.

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I can't concentrate at all. I'm sitting next to Mimi and I want to tell her everything that's going on with me and Taylor. But, Taylor sits in front of us and those evil twins of her's stick to me like glue. Even though it doesn't seem like it, they're watching my every move.

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"I'm sorry", I whispered to myself.

[pingpongpanda]

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Mimi

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(Sniff Sniff)

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"Hey Savannah, do you hear someone crying?" asked Lucy.
"Yeah, we should give her some space. Let's go".
(Door Swings)

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Wow, they're either nice or I'm really pathetic. Yeah, I'm think I'm pathetic. I'm sitting in a bathroom stall crying my eyes out. At first, I wasn't this emotional. But something just totally came over me.
Kyle, I like you.

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"I finally finished crying. I should wash my hands".

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"Hmm? Did someone just peak in here? Maybe it was those two girls. But anyways that's creepy, I'm leaving".

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Asia stood in the gym shooting some hoops. She wasn't ready to go home yet because she already knew what would be awaiting if she did. An angry father.
"Hey! You're not suppose to be in here at this time! What's your name?"

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Asia scared out her mind ducked her head. She thought about running but she's not good at it.
"Hehe, gotcha!" Flint said as he walked in.
"Oh my god, you are such a jerk!" Asia said furious.
She picked up the basketball and started shooting again.

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"But you really aren't allowed in here PRESIDENT", Flint said emphasizing her.
"I know. I'm just not ready to leave and I want to stay longer", Asia said as she shot the ball through the hoop.
"Oh really".
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"Then how about I just grab this from you?" Flint took the basketball and began running away with it.
"Hey! Get your own!" Asia chased after, slowly.
Flint decided to give since she was an awful runner.

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"You know what?" Flint asked as he caressed her face.
"What?"
"You really are something" He laughed.
"Is that a compliment?" Asia said curiously.

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I walked right out of the restroom nearly swinging Riley, Taylor's younger brother in the face. What the hell was he doing sitting in front of the door like that? I guess he wanted to get smacked.
"Oh my gosh, I almost hit you. Are you okay?" I asked feeling bad. I didn't want to break the poor guy's glasses.
"Oh no I'm fine. I shouldn't have been standing there", he smiled.
Riley is so kind. Nothing even like Taylor. How are they related again? Maybe he's secretly adopted from Asia or something. The boy is smart.
"Okay, good. Now I don't feel so bad. I gotta go, later", I said as walked past Riley.

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"Wait!" Riley shouted. I jumped, I wonder what he wanted. "Mimi, I know this is sudden but do you have a date to Homecoming?"
"W-what?" I was confused.
I barely knew anything about Riley and he was asking me to the dance out of the blue. How strange. We've only had small idle chatter in Middle School and nothing more. Where's this coming from?

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"Mimi I've liked you ever since the first time I laid eyes on you", Riley said. "Please go out with me and be my girlfriend".
"Whoa...Riley. We barely know each other", I said a little scared.
"What do you mean? I know everything about you. Your favorite color is blue, you love to dance and sing, you use strawberry shampoo in your hair, you like grape bubblegum, and you like Kyle Hammon. And I can tell you that I am better than that guy, so give me a chance", Riley said.
"Riley...how do you know all of that?" I said. I'm truly creeped out right now.
"My sister told me".

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"You're lying unless your sister is a stalker. And she doesn't have time for that."
"Mimi please!" Riley shouted.
"I'm saying no".
"Mimi!"
"Get a-away!" I said as I backed up into someone's arm. But I think the arm rather grabbed me.

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Oh my god Dad, I'm sorry I said no to carrying around a tasor with me.
"She said no, so back off".

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"I'm sorry, I just wanted her to go to Homecoming with me", Riley said.
"Well get over it, she's going with me since she's my girlfriend", Anthony snapped.

Am I dreaming or does Anthony Luca have his arm wrapped around me right now? I think I'm going to be sick. And he called me his girlfriend. I did always dream about it before.
(Ba-dump Ba-Dump Ba-Dump)

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"Are you going to get lost or do I have to beat you until you do?" Anthony asked.
"No! My bad. I didn't know that Mimi had a boyfriend. I'll stay away. Sorry", Riley walked away fast. I bet he was scared out of his mind. Anthony is pretty tall after all. Hm, I wonder if he's ever fought before.

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For a while I was spacing that I didn't even notice Anthony staring me blank in the face.
"W-hat?!" I said all surprised.
"Nothing...just wondering, are you high right now cause your eyes are red".
"Of course not! That's not the case. I have...allergies", I lied. I didn't want to tell him I was crying in a bathroom. That would sound lame.
"Oh, okay", He said it pretty plain. Maybe saying I have allergies is even lamer, "And sorry I called you my girlfriend. I just wanted that guy to get lost".
"I understand".

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"Mimi?"
"Um, yeah?" I said.
"You gotta a date to Homecoming yet?" Anthony asked quickly.
"Are you asking me to go with you?" I asked anxiously.
"Of course not!"

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"I'm kidding. Yeah, I'm asking you", Anthony said looking away for a second. I think he's super shy.
"Wow, you and Kyle really are best friends. And yeah, I'll go with you", I said.
"Alright sweet!"
"But! You better dance with me Anthony", I said. Knowing that Anthony seems a little a shy, who knows if he likes dancing at all.
"Definitely", Anthony said softly.

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"Gosh! You scared me. I thought you were going to say no to dancing with me".
"Why would I say no? I can dance".
"I don't know, because you seem shy I guess".
"Oh really?"
"Really"
"Well, let's just say you don't know me yet!"

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"Then let me get to know!"
"Okay, let me get to know you too".
"Sure. As long as your not like Riley from a second a ago, that should be cool".
"What did he say?"
"Um.."

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"Oh come on! How am I suppose to know if you don't tell me?"
"It's embarrassing!"
"Fine, then no excuses if I become like him".

"Good", Kyle whispered.

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(Door opening)

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"Oh! Hey Coach!" Flint grinned.
Asia blushed and wanted to disappear.
"Get the hell out of my gym!" Coach Durham yelled.

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(Tap Tap Tap)

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(Stops)
It's been days since we were last alone with each other. And whenever we are...

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It means nothing to him.

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Kyle

"How much longer can I last?"
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Mimi

"Should I give up?"

[pingpongpanda]

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Mimi

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The week went by so quickly.
Before Kyle told me he like me. Then on Monday came to school with Taylor, my ex-best friend and claimed to have started dating her again. Then again, he never even said he was dating her again.
Riley turned out to be my very own personal stalker. And Anthony, the not-so-shy guy asked me to Homecoming.

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What a freaking week its been for me.

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(Door opens)
"Hey, welcome back", said mom.
"Hey mom", I said as I started walking to my room.
"Hey! You forgot to close the door", she said loudly.

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"Oh sorry", I said.
"You've been acting strange this week Mimi. You forget to do things, and you're getting your twin brothers, Jimmy and Timmy confused with each other. You keep walking aimlessly around the house. And you never do that. What's wrong with you?"
"What are you talking about? I went outside the house just now", I said quietly.
"To get gas!".

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"I wish I knew what was wrong".
It's true I haven't been myself lately. And it's all because of that idiot, Kyle.

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(Prowl)

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(Brake)
"Oh, so this is where Mimi lives", Dylan said as he placed his kick stand.
"Yup, and don't do anything stupid around here either. Her dad works for the FBI", Jenny said.
"Haha, Jenny stop joking around", Dylan said laughing. Mimi is too kind to have such a dad he thought.

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"I'm not kidding", Jenny laughed.
"Oh really?" Dylan said a little bit frightened. Now he feels sort of responsible for Mimi.
"I'll see you later, thanks for the ride", Jenny hopped off the bike and went to ring the doorbell.
"Hey! Where's my kiss?"

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(Ding Dong)
"Jenny!" I screamed as I answered the door.
"Well aren't you excited", Jenny said.
"It's Homecoming of course", Asia said smiling. She couldn't wait to dance with Flint I bet. And I wonder if Anthony really can dance.
"Are you going to invite me in or not?" Jenny said.

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Kyle

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(Scribble Scribble Scribble)

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"Ugh! I forgot what the hell I was about to write".
I've been inside my room all day writing in this notebook thinking that maybe, just maybe I can be like Jenny for a day and write a song. But nothing seems to be working. Everything I'm writing...I don't know if it makes sense. Or maybe it's just me. Maybe it's because I've never been in love before, so I wouldn't know what to write or feel about the matter. But I can't give up. I mean this took me all day.

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Maybe if I sing it out first, it will be easier to write it down.
"You don't have to move, you don't have to speak
You're staring me down, a glance makes me weak".

Yeah, that is easier.
Oh crap, I better get ready for the dance.


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Mimi

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"Who would've thought that Riley would've turned into your own personal stalker. But then again I knew that geek had a crush on you. I mean, you used to be a geek as well in middle school".

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"Thanks a lot. And tell me about it! I don't know what would've happened if Anthony hadn't appeared", I said. "Hey Asia, you've been quiet the whole time. Is something wrong?"
Asia had been quiet ever since I started talking about Riley.

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"Why didn't you ever tell me you liked Kyle? Am I that out of the loop", Asia said annoyed.
"No you're not, we just thought that you were busy with studying is all and it never came up. I'm sorry", I said.
"I see". She sounded disappointed.
"Hey! Beauty queen, you've been standing in that mirror for thirty minutes now. Are you done yet?" Jenny said.
"Okay okay cranky", I rushed to put on my dress.

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(Ding Dong)
"Nice outfit carrot top", Dylan said laughing.
"My hair isn't even red Dylan", Flint said.
"I know, I just always wanted to call someone carrot top".

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(Door opens)
"Ew, la, la", Flint mumbled as he saw Asia.
Anthony kept staring at me, I guess maybe that I over did it. I wasn't sure.
"Amateurs. Oh Jenny, you look beautiful like you always do", Dylan said all cocky.
He tries so hard to get a kiss from Jenny by just simply hitting on her.

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"Thanks, but quit the flattery and let's go! I'm ready to have a good night", Jenny said nearly blushing.
"Whatever you say beautiful", Dylan said.
"Dylan", Jenny said seriously as everyone laughed.
"Okay, okay, let's go".

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"Next stop homecoming!" Everyone shouted.

[pingpongpanda]

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(Chatter)


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"What are you looking for?" Dylan said all mopy.
"Kyle, where is he? He's the vocalist", Jenny said worried. A band on stage a without a singer is not what they needed right now.
"Who cares. That dipstick dumped me for a blonde bombshell. No offense", Dylan said.
"None taken", Jenny said. "And I'm a dirty blonde!"
"Oh yes you are", Dylan laughed.
"Haha", Jenny sarcastically laughed.

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Kyle

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God I'm so sleepy. I knew I should've took nap before coming here. I better not tell Jenny or she'll freak out. At least I finished that song before I came here. Maybe I can get a quick power nap in right now.

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(Door Slammed Open)
"Kyle!" Jenny screamed.
"Huh?" I mumbled. Okay, never mind about the power nap.
"There you are, next time tell us where you are. We weren't expecting you to be back here", Dylan said coldly. He's pissed. I can tell. He was like this when I went out with Taylor. Feeling betrayed. But I can't let him know the reason behind us being together to him, or them.
"Yeah, sorry. I thought I'd chill back here", I said.

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(Click Clack)

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"Hey, you! Service man that looks like he could use a Gillette, where's the band?" Taylor demanded.

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"Right. Ms, I cannot tell you that", he said.
"Excuse me!" Taylor shouted. As she turned her head she saw them right through the looking glass. "Whatever!" She said as she walked towards the doors.
"Mam' you can't go back there! Members only", he said.
"I am a member!"

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My smile disappeared off my face as I heard her heels stomp through the door.
"Kyle!" I hate the way Taylor shouts my name, it's so annoying.
"Ouch!" Jenny yelled because Taylor hit her with the door.

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"You stupid witch! You don't just bust into a secluded room without knocking first!" Jenny said angrily as she rubbed her hand.
"Do I hear something? Nope, it must be the flies in this cheap place", Taylor spat.

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"And you guys were wondering why I was back here. Well now you know", I said. Truth be told I was sitting back here so that I could hide away from that, Satin's long lost sister.

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"Anyways, you're not suppose to be back here Taylor. This area is band members only", Jenny said.
"Save it Strawberry Shortcake. I didn't come back here for you." Taylor said.
"What did you just call me? Patches", Jenny snapped.

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"Oh boy, cat fight", Anthony said.
"You-!" Taylor spun around about to smack the daylights out of Jenny. I grabbed her hand before it happened. Why did being called that suddenly tick Taylor off?
"You're always digging up graves Jennifer!"
"Well guess who's in one?" Jenny said.
Taylor became ferocious. She was about to claw her way through Jenny but I picked her up and tossed her outside the door. I can see where Taylor was coming from though. Sad to say, Jenny went too far. Taylor's father did just pass away last year.

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"After seeing you two fight, I feel hungry", Flint said.
"Has anyone ever told you, that you have a huge appetite?" Jenny asked.
"No...why?"
"No reason Flint, no reason", they laughed.

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"Hey Dill, I made a new song and I thinking we should play it", I said smiling.
"Okay, let me hear it first", Dylan said.
"Okay, here goes nothing".

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Ten minutes later...

"No, we aren't playing that song".
"Oh come on".
"No."
"Dude I spent all day on it!"
"No,no,no,no,no,no".
(We now present Global Karma!)
"Grr! Fine", I said walking upstairs to the stage.
It was time for our band to go on stage, and I ran out of time trying to persuade Dylan to let me sing the song I wrote. He said it would stir up trouble, but I think that whoever doesn't know already won't find out what it really means.

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"What was that about?" Jenny said walking over. She heard them quarreling for the past few minutes.
"Oh, that was nothing. He just wanted to add another song to the playlist but I said no", said Dylan.
"Don't be mean", Jenny said.
"I had a very good reason, trust me", Dylan said as he gripped her tighter.
"Well, luck out there!"

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The time flew by and before I knew it, we were on the last song for tonight. I want to sing the new song I wrote badly but I'll be dealt with by Dylan later if I screw our composure. Should I really ignore this urge?

Don't you make a move tonight
You can only stagger
Once shes got you in her sight
You're the one shes after (http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=sugarcult&oq=sugarcult&aq=f&aqi=g10&aql=&gs_nf=1&gs_l=youtube.3..0l10.194.1651.0.1885.7.7.0.0.0.0.184.697.4j3.7.0.)


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Not to mention the fact that Mimi danced right dead center in front of me the entire night. Out of all the space in the renovated room, why in front of me? Why not Anthony? Is she trying to make me uneasy so that I screw up? Without knowing I had been looking at her the entire time it seems, but she ignored my presence. I'm sure she hates me and that she's stuck in front of me because it's too crowded to move anywhere else.

Shes the blade and you're just paper
You're afraid cause shes got closer
You're back-steppin and she's back-stabbing everything in your life

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If I didn't know any better, I would've thought that Jenny was signaling me to smile some more. But how could I smile right now? They all keep spinning in my head. Mimi, Dylan, Taylor....everyone. Everyone wants something from me that I can't give to them right now.

She stole everything your heart desired
Now you want it back
She stole everything your heart desired
Now you want it back

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When I looked up. I saw her smiling face...once again. How can she still smile at me all the time? Didn't I hurt her feelings? If it were me, I would've smacked myself a couple times until I felt better. Mimi is too nice to me. Please stop smiling at me. I don't deserve it...Anthony doesn't deserve it.

One by one you count the fights
Doesn't even matter
That shes got you by surprise
Misery's your master

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But I won't ignore your kindness anymore. I can't be a jerk. Not to the girl I like. I need to be strong though. Don't give into temptation.

Shes the blade and you're just paper
You're afraid cause shes got closer
Your back-steppin and shes out wrecking everything in your life

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She stole everything your heart desired
Now you want it back
She stole everything your heart desired
Now you want it back

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Shes the blade
Shes the blade
Shes the blade and you're the paper
Shes the blade and you're just...

Shes the blade and you're just paper
You're afraid cause shes got you closer

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She stole everything
She controlled everything
She stole everything
And controlled everything

As I strung out my guitar, I finished the song off. We finished for the night but I didn't want it to end. Not yet. Screw it, I'm going for it.

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I picked up the mic quickly before Dylan could hesitate to stop. Thank goodness the band hadn't left the stage yet. Now was my chance. Stop me now if you dare to.
"Hey people! Sorry to say this but we got something a little extra we'd like to add in. Hope you don't mind", I said tossing a wink.
The crowd cheered. I guess they really didn't mind at all.

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You don't have to move,
you don't have to speak.
Lips follow biting.
You're staring me down, a glance makes me weak.
Eyes follow striking (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwSj7w1z-hA)

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Luckily, Anthony followed my lyrics and began stringing his guitar to a rhythm he made up from the top of his head. Flint joined in as he watched Anthony play, he tried to adjust his drums to the beat.
I thought I was going to be standing in silence for a moment but never mind.

Now I'm twisting up when I'm twisted with you
Brush so lightly
And time trickles down, and I'm breathing for two
Squeeze so tightly.
I'll be fine, you'll be fine.
This moment seems so long
Don't waste new, precious time
We'll dance inside the song

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Dylan looked angry enough to smash his bass in half. He had been standing there since I began the song with his eyes closed. He finally gave up and bounced the beat off of Flint's drums. But he began singing.

"What makes the one to shake you down?
Each touch belongs to each new sound
Say now you want to shake me too
Move down to me, slip into you"

That slick, smart bastard. He wasn't standing there, he was thinking of a chorus to put in. He's such a genius when it comes to music. I pretended to go with the flow as he sang the chorus.

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Without consciousness I began pointing out into the crowd. I hadn't realized to whom I was pointing to. All I knew is that my mind at the time was telling me to.

She sinks in my mind as she sheds through her skin
Touch like taste like fire
Hands to know what I no longer defend
Hands to fuel desire
I'll be fine, you'll be fine
This moment seems so long
Don't waste new, precious time
We'll dance inside the song

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What makes the one to shake you down?
Each touch belongs to each new sound
Say now you want to shake me too
Move down to me, slip into you

I was pointing for a while now but she gave me no glances, so I began singing even stronger to purposely get her attention. The entire reason I wrote this song was because of her, Mimi. Look at me. I saw Jenny raise an eyebrow and try to hint me "stop pointing". But I ignored her.

"Stop pointing, stop pointing, stop pointing, stop pointing, stop pointing", Jenny whispered to herself agitated.

Anthony began some random guitar solo and it turned out sounding amazing. This isn't the way I had imagined the songs flow to be but it sounds good this way anyway.

"Ooo, ah
Ooo, ah
Ooo, ah
Ooo, ah"

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When I turned my head back to Mimi. She looked at me with a blank face. Our eyes met and my body suddenly felt like it went through the heat of the Sahara Desert and back. She made me melt. But she was probably thinking "what's wrong with this guy?" Am I wrong?

And I'll be fine, you'll be fine
Is this fine? I'm not fine
Give me pieces, give me things to stay awake (stay awake)

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As I looked around, I realized everyone was liking the song. Did it really sound that good? We came up with the notes out of the blue.

"What makes the one to shake you down?
Each touch belongs to each new sound
Say now you want to shake me too
Move down to me, slip into you

What makes the one to shake you down?
Each touch belongs to each new sound
Say now you want to shake me too
Move down to me, slip into you"


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Dylan better thank me later then.

Move down to me, slip into you.

But the problem later, will be how we'll remember the chords we just used.

[pingpongpanda]

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Mimi

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"Yeesh! Look at them hugging each other so tightly. I should go and tell them it's against school rules", Asia said furiously.

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"You hear that Jenny? I think I smell jealousy", I said joking.
"Awww, the president just wishes that she could be groped like that is all", Jenny laughed.
"No I don't! I'd smack Flint if he touched me there!" Asia blushed a little bit.


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"Besides. How are you the one to talk? Little Miss Hammon", Asia teased me.
"W-what?" I said.
"Don't play dumb. Kyle was singing to you a moment ago", Asia said gritting her teeth.
"Yeah, and he wasn't suppose to sing that song either", Jenny said as she hence the word suppose.
"Why? You didn't write it Jenny?" I asked. I never heard them play it before.
"Of course not, it's about sex", Jenny said bluntly.
"Pffft!" I spat my drink out. "What?!"

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When I was about to ask why in the world Kyle would write a song about..well yeah that. The boys were back and walking toward us. There went Dylan, Flint, Anthony, and...Kyle. Why was Kyle walking over here, I thought he'd be stuck with Taylor all night long.

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Kyle
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There she was sitting there looking all innocent and smiling at me like always. Or was she looking at Anthony? For a second I wanted to move a little to the left and see if her eyes were following me. But there's no way she was looking at me right? Anthony, her date was standing right in front of me. Though I smiled back anyways. It can't kill me to be sincere can it?

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"Hey Jenny let's dance over there!" Dylan said a little too excited.
"Okay, hold your horses", Jenny replied.

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"Asia, wanna dance too?" Flint asked.
"Of course! Let's go!" Asia quickly got out of her seat. I guess she waiting for that all night.

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Everyone was asking except for Anthony. Gosh, who would've thought this guy was that shy or that much of a blockhead. I decided to help and give him a little push.
"Hey Ant, are you going to ask her to dance or do I have to?" I said only kidding.
"Back off. Don't you have a date?" Anthony sounded pretty upset. Was it about the extra song I added in on the playlist. Wait. Oh shit, maybe he found out I wrote it to Mimi.

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"Gosh Ant, I was kidding. You don't have to be so serious all the time", I said.
"Well someone has to be Kyle, because you clearly aren't", Anthony snapped. Was he trying to pick a fight with me?
"Did you ever think that being too serious gets you no where?", I said clearing my throat, "Girlfriend wise".
"Guys, knock it off!" Dylan shouted.

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"Whatever, I'm going to dance with my date. Happy Anthony?" I said turning my back on them.

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"What was that about?" Jenny asked.
"I don't know. It's just that he really pissed me off when he suddenly added in that song. That's all", Anthony said.
"Oh", Dylan said sighing out a sign of relief. He thought Anthony knew the song was meant for Mimi.

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Everyone gathered to the dance floor with their partner as the DJ slowed down the tunes and played some slow songs.

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"See, I told you I can dance", Anthony said as he spun me around for the third time. Was something the matter? I guess that fight with him and Kyle has him angry.
I laughed," You're going to make your date dizzy, if you keep this up".

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Sadly, the way we were positioned had me glancing over his shoulder continuously. I kept thinking to myself "That brat Taylor has her hands on Kyle!" "Kyle you stupid, heartless jerk!" or even "Stop it".
But I could never bring myself to say those words out loud. What if I got rejected?

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"Mimi?" Anthony called my name.
"Yes?" I said waiting for him to say something. He seemed self-conscious at the moment. Did he not know what he was about to say?
He took a deep breathe," Do you like me?".
"Eh?!" I blurted out.
"Because......I like you". Did he really just say that to me? Anthony Luca likes me? Since when?
"I know this seems sudden, but take your time and think about what I'm about to say-", before he could finish his sentence, Anthony was cut off by the sound of Taylor's voice.

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"Owww! Kyle you dumb ass!" Taylor shouted loud enough for everyone hear her. I mean really. I'm sorry I stepped on your foot, but it was the only way to stop him. Stop Anthony from saying what he was about to say. I could see it in his eyes that he was determined to make Mimi his. But I couldn't sit back and watch. At least put me in a corner with some earplugs first.

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"You! You better get me some ice for my foot or else", Taylor said mad as hell.
"Are you kidding me? Say please first", I replied. She needs to learn some manners or she'll get no where in life.
"Please got get me so damn ice for my damn foot that you purposely stepped on, now!" Taylor said. I hate how smart she is. Even for a blonde, Taylor could decipher the Da Vinci Code. But I won't stand for this girl's stinky attitude anymore.

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"I'm definitely not getting you any ice now!" I snapped.
"What?!"
"Are you deaf? I'm getting real sick and tired of you. I'd rather get smashed by King Kong than stay your fake boyfriend anymore!" I was angry. But crap, what the hell did I just say? At any moment Taylor could just simply stab me in the back with a pitchfork and hang me to dry by just blurting out that I have feelings for Mimi to Anthony.

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Things got even worse as Miranda came sprinting over. I'm sure she heard everything just now, no I'm sure almost everyone heard that right now.
"Bravo, bravo, I like this scene you guys are making please continue", Miranda said as she sipped her glass.
"My nose burns, must be the smell of poverty in my face", Taylor said.

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"Oh please! Save yourself the despair and admit it. You made Kyle go out with you again somehow. Was it that you begged him on your knees to? Or maybe...blackmail?" Miranda criticized her.
"You really don't believe what you see on TV, do you?" Taylor said.
"Of course not, cause in the end it's all a lie to lure people", Miranda smiled.
"Kyle, tell her what's up. Go ahead", Taylor commanded.
"Yeah Kyle, please do. I mean if it's blackmail. I could simply help you out", Miranda beamed. She hit me. Maybe I should just fess up. This fake relationship is truly not getting off to a good start and Miranda could probably help me get out of Taylor's reach.
"It's........not a lie. We were dating, but now it's over", I said. Damn it, what am I saying? I'm sort of saving Taylor from embarrassment. It's pure sympathy.

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"Kyle!" Taylor screamed hurting my head with her high pitched voice.
"Geez, will you shut up already?" I was already in a bad mood because of Anthony, and now you too.
"What the-"
"Look, it's better than saying you blackmailed me. So get over yourself", I whispered to Taylor.

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I began walking away as Taylor shouted my name again, "Kyle! Get back here this instant".
"This is the main reason I dumped you before", I said not looking back.
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"Oh well, I was hoping he'd say you blackmailed him. That would've submerged your popularity even more", Miranda laughed.
"T-this isn't over!" Taylor shrieked then began stomping to her table.

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"I'm outty, later guys", Kyle said as he waved bye at everyone.
"What the hell just happened?" I asked.
"I think they broke up again", Anthony said.
I don't know what was running through my mind right then, but I wanted to know why. Why did they just break up so suddenly like that? Neither of them were truly hurt or let alone cared.
"Anthony, I'll be right back I need to make a phone call", I said running away.

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"Must be one heck of a phone call!"

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I ran so quick and hard, I thought my shoes would come off. Where did he go? Is he already leaving the dance?

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I finally spotted him as he walked outside. I guess he was looking for his car.
"Kyle!" I shouted but he didn't turn around. I know for sure he heard me, and my heels click clacking the pavement from behind him.
"Kyle!" I shouted again nearly out of breathe.

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I very much indeed heard her voice as she shouted my name. It was so loud I thought I'd need a hearing aide after that. I kept my back to her.
"Turn around and go back inside!" I said. I didn't want to see her right now and not to mention that we were currently the only ones outside. There was no telling what I'd do if I gave in.
"Why do you keep ignoring me?" she asked, "Kyle!"
I still continued walking but even quicker. I could tell that there was anguish in her voice.

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I gripped my hands. As I thought, I was not quick enough to avoid this. Her embrace against my satin suit. The way she was holding me felt right, but it was never the less wrong. She needs to let go before someone sees us. Before Anthony does.
"Let go", I said kindly as I could.
"No!" Mimi jerked as I tried to move out of her arm. I stood there aimlessly.
"Why are you following me? Go back inside with Anthony", I said rudely.
"I'm not moving until you tell me why you were avoiding me. I can't ignore this situation anymore", she finally asked me why, why in all the times I pushed her away. I cannot tell her that. Wouldn't it make me the bad guy?

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"Hmph, isn't it obvious already?" I said as I continued to walk.

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I turned to look her dead straight in the face", I never really liked you".
"You're.....lying", she saw through me as I flinched. I guess I'll have to get ugly then.
"I'm not. I was in the heat of the moment. Whenever I'm alone with a girl, I just tend to do those things", I bluntly said.
"Why are you saying these things?!"
"Because, I have to!" I shouted.
"Why, why, why, why, why, why-" Mimi repeatedly said sounding like a 5-year old.

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I approached her quickly cutting of her repetition, "So that I don't do this stupid!"
"Wha-" Mimi squealed.

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I lost all my control. All the control I tried to bury this entire week was dug up by my own feelings for her. And I don't think it's possible for them to fit into the ground any longer. Mimi has to be mine and mine only. I don't care if Taylor blurts anything out. And I don't care if Anthony knows, how much I truly like this girl. Because I'll take the candy away from the baby if I have to.

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Flint walked over to the punch that was laid out near the buffet table.
"What's up Tucker? You're sort of guarding this punch tonight aren't you?" Flint greeted his fellow team member.
"Whaddup Flintsticks? And naw man, I'm just chillaxing", Tucker sounded a bit off.
"Dude, are you high again? If Durham finds out, he'll-", Flint said. Coach Durham was one scary guy, even for his age.
"Naw, man naw", Tucker laughed.
"Okay".

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"Well anyways, Asia you want some punch too?" Flint asked.
"Yeah, pour some for me please", she waited next to him.
"Here, I'll go find a table", Flint said as he walked away to search.

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"Dude, aren't you going to tell them that you spiked it?" Nick asked.
"What are you? The punch police?", Tucker said.
"No man, I'm just saying that you put some heavy shit in there", Nick said.
"Of course I wouldn't, he's with the student council president. She'd probably rat me out", Tucker said.
"True".
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One hour later...

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"Asia...I feel light on my toes. Is this what it feels like for the guy in the Red Bull commercials?" Flint said as he stared up.
"Wait...what?" she giggled.
"Red Bull gives you wings!....This punch sort of taste like Red Bull almost".
"You're sort of right", Asia said, "Maybe they just wanted to give us wings", she laughed.
The two kept laughing for far too long.

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"I feel sort of tired now. Can I sleep over there in that corner?" Flint pointed to a corner in the far side of the room.
"Why don't you just a get a room if you're tired?"
"A room?" Flint asked.
"Yeah a room, let's go look for one", she said.

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"To the room we shall go! But first I must get something to drink. I'm thirsty again", Flint said.
"Haha, you're so silly Noah", Asia laughed continuously.

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(Chirp Chirp Chirp)

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"Ugh...why am I covered in pillows?" Flint asked himself as slowly rose from his sleep.
"Holy-"

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To Be Continued....

"Holy" is correct my friend!
Talk about wasted. Well I think you can guess who spiked the punch.
What will happen next time?
Will Asia and Flint be okay?
Did Mimi return to Anthony after her "important call"?
Taylor got told off this time.
Can Kyle really stick to his guns? Or will he end up running away again?

Next time on Take Care -

[pingpongpanda]

Oh my gosh guys! It's been like forever since I last published, I hadn't realized.
Time goes by so fast when your having fun xD Anyways read up

Take Care 1.7: Taken

Theme Song: Aly & Aj "Flattery" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9aY2h4w8X6I)

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My hands felt bare as I shuffled them up and down my side.
"Mmm...Lucas", I mumbled.
My eyes were very heavy because I stayed up last night with my little brother Lucas.
I had to babysit him...again since mom is never home.

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I quickly stood up the minute I realized.
The reason my hands were searching was because Lucas was sleeping next to me last time I checked.

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I looked toward his bed and he wasn't there either.
"Lucas?" I said his name to make sure he wasn't hiding in the room.

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"Is he even tall enough to turn the door knob", I said to myself as I walked out of our bedroom.

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I walked across the hallway into the living room.
The house is really quiet, where could he be?

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One foot in the entry way and I saw him sleeping on a pillow.
How did he get there?

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There were glasses and bottles on the floor surrounding him.
I knew mom had been depressed since dad passed away,
but it's taken a turn for the worst these past few months.
She's become an alcoholic and I'm not quite sure what I should do about our situation anymore.
There's been so many voice mails of mom skipping work. If this keeps up,
we might become broke and homeless.

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I walked over to the remote and turned on the TV out of spite.

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"Wah! Charlie?...Oh", she jerked as the TV broadcast woke her up.
There she goes dreaming about dad once again.
Is this the reason she resorts to drinking?
So she can dream of dad?

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"Oh, my back hurts so much!"
"One: can you quiet down? Lucas is sleeping, two: don't come in our bedroom drunk ever again,
I'll lock the doors, and three: stop sleeping on living room floor, you like a bum", I whispered.
"Oh quit being a party-pooper", she replied. My mom was becoming more of a kid every day.

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I looked down when I felt a little nudge to my leg. Lucas woke up probably from her big mouth.
"Now looked what you did", I said.
"Hungry", Lucas said softly.

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Mom walked inside the kitchen as I followed with Lucas in my arms.
I placed him in his high chair so I could get us some cereal.
"You know, this is suppose to be your job", I said.

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"But you do it better", mom said as she prepared coffee.

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"But I'm not old...or mom-ish looking like you...did you get fatter?" I asked.
"I don't get fat sweetie", mom said as she sipped her coffee.
"Are you sure?"
She kind of did look little chubbier.
Maybe she should lay off the beers before she gains a beer gut.

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I woke to-
"Mimi! Wake up your sister!" mom shouted as I heard her voice from downstairs.

Did Homecoming really happen? I can barely believe it.
My memory seems so hazy about everything, but that one moment when Kyle kissed me once again.
Anything other than that has been dumped out of my mind.

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I rose out of my bed quickly and shouted, "I'll get her".
I walked next door to wake up my little sister, Roxy.

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I opened the door to see the little devil sleeping away.
She sure looks cute on the outside, but she sure is canny for a 12-year old girl in middle school.
I heard mom talking on the phone one day, about how Roxy pulled another girl's shorts down in P.E.
I wonder where she gets this attitude from all of a sudden.

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"Where is he?!" Jimmy shouted as he ran inside the room with Timmy following behind him.
The twins nearly clocked me with door as they barged in as if they were infiltrating.

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"There he is!" Jimmy yelled.
"Apollo?" Timmy asked questionably.
"Why are you wearing a pink collar?" Jimmy said.
"Roxy! What's the meaning of this?" the twins both said.
Looks like I didn't need to wake Roxy since these two did it for me.

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"Oh my gosh! Mom! Can The Three Stooges get out of my room?!" Roxy squealed.
"Hit puberty first, Miss Piggy!" Jimmy said running out of the room taking Apollo with him.
"Whatever, get out, get out, get out!" Roxy snapped.
She's definitely angry for today.

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I walked down the stairs as I saw Becca sleeping in her playpen.

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The walkway downstairs was colossal because of mom's work space and Becca's things.
Mom owns a small boutique downtown that's popular for it's beautiful gowns.
She began working from home after she had the twins.
I'm not surprised she hasn't gone crazy raising the six of us. She is a strong woman.

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"Morning mom", I said.
"Good morning, what was all that screaming upstairs?" she asked as she was working on some gown.
"Well...nothing to worry about", I hesitated because the twins
and Roxy were actually fighting over the bathrooms right now.
"Okay".

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"Alright I'm leaving", said my dad as he walked in the corridor.
"Be safe", mom said.
"You know I'll be".

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My dad works for the FBI.
I certainly do think of the dangerous situations he has to put himself in,
but I know that he's good at what he does so I have no worries.

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"Okay, you two are beginning to gross me out. Can you stop it already?" I said.
It's as if the kiss turned into a makeout session.

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I exited the corridor into the garage.
"Drive safely Mia".
"Okay, bye dad".

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"Mmm...Do I smell bacon?...Girls, what did I say about playing in the kitchen!
You know that you can't cook!"

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"Jenny! Keely!" Caroline shouted their names, then began moving downstairs.

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Caroline entered the dining room to find Jenny and Keely eating breakfast.
"Thanks for answering me girls. And mother, what do you think you're doing?
You are not suppose to be cooking with your condition" said Caroline.
"Oh shush child and eat your food", Lilith said.
"Fine, but I'll do the dishes".

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Caroline took a seat at the table.
"Jenny, you could've stopped her you know", said Caroline worried.
"I know, but she was so happy this morning", Jenny replied.
"But I love grandma's cooking mom", said Keely.
"That's not the point", said Caroline.

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"Well I'm going to go see dad today", Jenny said changing the topic.
"Oh really? Then tell the caveman I said hi and that he needs to make time for Keely", said Caroline.
"Why must you guys always insult each other? And why don't you just ask him yourself?" Jenny said annoyed.
"I want to see dad too", said Keely.
"I know you do sweetie, but you have school today", said Caroline.

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"Mom, why don't you let her take the day off?" asked Jenny.
"Absolutely not, especially since the last stunt she pulled", Caroline snapped.
"You're going to school and that's final".

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"Bye girls, and have a nice day at school Keely", Caroline said as she emphasized her name.

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"I want to see dad", Keely said.
Jenny pretended not to hear her and kept walking toward the car.

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"I want see dad", Keely said again.
"You're not seeing dad Keely! You almost got some of his custody revoked, so knock it off already", Jenny said angrily.
The car ride was going to be a very quiet one.

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Jenny began driving off but she saw her grandmother wandering around outside the house.
"Grandma, what are you doing outside in your pj's?" asked Jenny.
"Who are you calling a grandma Carol? Keely, you forgot your lunch sweetheart", said Lilith handing Keely a lunch bag.
Lilith had Alzheimer's disease since last year and began seeing Jennifer as Caroline.
"Thank you", said Keely.

[pingpongpanda]

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Kyle

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I opened my locker as I heard the sound of heels make a complete stop in front of my locker. I could tell from the ritzy perfume she was wearing that I already knew who it was.
"What do you want?" I asked.
"Rude much?"
"Annoying much?" I snapped.
Why does she keep bothering me?
I already dated her, which didn't go so well.
And I already pretended to date her, which was even worse. This girl never quits.

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"Taylor, I'm not going to say this again. Leave me alone", I said closing my locker.
"Kyle, I'm not going to say this again. I'm not a quitter", Taylor smirked.
"I really don't get why you like me so much Taylor".

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"What is it exactly that you don't understand. I like Mimi, not you", I said get annoyed.
"I don't care what you like, I can make you get over her".
"I really doubt that, because I tried", I said.
"No way Kyle".

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"Fine! So then you don't mind if I pretend that you're her", I said grabbing hold of her.
"What? No. Get off", she said jerking her arms.
"You're so determined to make me like you, but yet never think of my feelings!"
"Kyle-"

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I forced myself on her to only make an example.
An example of how she makes me feel forced and manipulated.
Not given any option or choice. Just forced.

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As soon as I let go of Taylor, I saw Mimi standing right behind her.
Damn, she totally saw what just happened.
I swear that kiss was nothing, I only wanted to set Taylor straight and be left alone.
But I'm sure she'll get the wrong idea here.

"Mimi, don't get the wrong idea!", I said panicking. Please don't get mad, I thought repeatedly.
"What idea Kyle, I saw it!" she shouted angrily. Shoot, she's mad.

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"Taylor, tell her what happened", I looked at Taylor hoping she wouldn't say anything spiteful.
"Why did you do that?" she sounded like she was about to cry.
Are you kidding me right now Taylor? If anything, she like that kiss and totally played the victim.

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Mimi ran around the corner of the hallway.
"Mimi!" I yelled running after her.

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"Mimi! Stop, I said it meant nothing!" I kept running after and god she could run.
She ignored me and was nearly at the end of the hallway.

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I quickly took Mimi by the arm and stopped her in her tracks.
"Mimi, please believe me when I say-"

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I stopped talking as looked into her sad blue eyes.
Her eyeliner was running. She wasn't mad, she was sad.
I made the girl I like cry. I really am a jerk. What should I do now?

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She stopped crying and then swung at my head. Now she's pissed.
"Get off me Kyle!" she said slapping me.
"Ouch, Mimi stop please!" I said trying to avoid her hits.

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"Mimi, I swear it didn't mean anything to me", I said as I tried to take her by the hand again.
"I don't care Kyle, you stupid playboy bunny!"

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She smacked me a dozen times then ran off, "Learn to keep your lips to yourself, you stupid jerk!"
"Ow, my head", I said rubbing it.
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"Mimi! I said I'm sorry already. Please come out".

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(Step Step Step)
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"So, how long do you plan on ignoring me Asia?"

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Asia looked up, "I'm not ignoring you".
"Really? Cause you haven't replied to any of my calls or texts", said Flint.
"If I were ignoring you, I wouldn't be talking to you right now. Now would I?" said Asia walking aimlessly past Flint.

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"True. But this treatment you're giving me has something to do with Homecoming, doesn't it?" said Flint worried.
"No it doesn't", said Asia quick.
"Liar", said Flint softly as Asia walked inside her classroom.
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I leaned on the railing in the outside corridor.
Even though I've been sitting here for which it felt like at least fifteen minutes, I'm surprised Kyle hadn't came back to bother me yet.
Maybe he gave up like he always does.
It seems like whenever something is to hard for him to handle, he just bails.
Why do I like him so much again?

"Mimi".

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My heart skipped a beat as I turned around to see who was calling my name.
It was Anthony. Why did my heart become so calm all of a sudden?
"You're skipping homeroom too?", he said.
"Oh yeah, I don't feel up for it", I said avoiding telling him why.
"Me neither I just got here not too long ago".

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"But Mimi...What I said at the dance you can forget it", Anthony said nervously rubbing his neck.
As he Anthony continued speaking, I began to space out.

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I saw Kyle standing in the doorway with Taylor.
Again, they were near each other. It makes me so...jealous.
Why is it so hard for them to stay away from each other?
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"Oh my god, you again. What do you want?" Kyle snapped.
"If you're looking for Mimi, she's outside", Taylor smiled.

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Kyle looked past the bombshell. His knees became weak at what he was watching.
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Once I caught Kyle looking at us, I kissed Anthony. Why did I do this? I don't know.
Maybe I just wanted him to feel what I felt when he kissed Taylor.
But Anthony was the guy I liked since middle school. Why isn't my heart racing?

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"You think you're cool, don't you".

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"Mimi, what was that?" asked Anthony smiling, "I mean I'm glad, but that was random".
"Sorry...I..uh, just really wanted to", I said lying. I'm sorry for lying Anthony.

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I glanced back to see Kyle standing there like a statue. Numb. I think I broke him.

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Oh gosh, what did I do? Maybe I went too far as to kissing his best friend.
Kyle is probably going to hate me for this. What I did was far worse than anything.
Kissing his best friend.

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"Should I get some Cheetos or Doritos?"

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"Get some Doritos. And Dylan why are you at the vending machine?" asked Jenny.
(Honk Honk)

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"I've been wondering that too. I don't know, but when I went to our table no one was there", said Dylan.
"Where is everyone? Aren't they at school?" asked Jenny.
"Last time I checked, I saw everyone in class so far", said Dylan.
"Something's not right..." said Jenny cautiously.

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Dylan stared at the sight of Mimi and Anthony walking together, pretty close too.
"Jenny, I think I found the problem", said Dylan.

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"What is it?" Jenny asked.
"Let's just say I saw Mimi with another guy and it wasn't Kyle", Dylan said.
"Oh dear".
"Oh dear is right", said Dylan.
(Honk Honk)

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"You should go check up on Kyle, I'm going to call Mimi", Jenny said.
"Jenny get off the phone. No offense but you're kinda a crazy driver", said Dylan.
(Honk Honk)
"I am not," said Jenny, "Quit honking at me dipstick!"
Dylan laughed, "Jenny, I'll deal with Kyle and Mimi. Tell your dad I said hi".
"Okay, see you later then", said Jenny.
"Bye".
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[Bird]

I like the story!! :) Where did you get Dylan's hair? I love his hair! :)

[pingpongpanda]

:blink: Sorry, I didn't realize someone commented. And I can't remember where I got Dylan's hair

[pingpongpanda]

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Jenny

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"I thought you quit smoking?" I asked.

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"Jenny? What are you doing here and why aren't you at school right now?" my dad asked.
"I really wanted to see you today", I said as I began walking toward the steps.
"Go to school", he said bluntly.
"I could tell mom that your still smoking", I said.
I haven't seen my dad in weeks and this was one of those times I couldn't let "no" get in my way.
"Fine, but only for little bit, I have a job you know", as he said going back to unlock his front door.

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We sat quietly and watched two movies. Before I knew it, time had already passed and I'm sure he was ready to get rid of me.

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"Okay Jenny, the movie is over and I need to get heading to work", he said rubbing his neck.
He looked tired and stressed. Has he been getting overworked? I've never seen my dad so drained.

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"Wait! Okay maybe I came here with a motive, but don't get me wrong I actually really wanted to see you-"
"What is it you need, caught to the chase Bunny", he cut me off.
I guess he really is in a hurry. Perhaps it's not a good time to ask him this.
"My boyfriend and my friends have this band, and I was wondering if you could manage because I don't a thing about being a manager", I said as I tried to stay calm. My heart began racing waiting for his reply.

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"You realize what you're asking me is impossible. I'm already managing a band right now".
My head dropped and so did my stomach.
"But...if you give me their demo, I'll listen to it and hand it in to my boss.
I quickly raised my head at him and smiled, "Alright, I tell them the news".
"It better be a good demo Jenny", he said raising an eyebrow, "Now I'm hungry, want to go get something to eat?"
"Sure", I said happily.
It's been a while since we ate something together.

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Just as we were getting ready to go out the backdoor, his phone began ringing.
"Sorry Bunny, it's my boss", he said as looked at the caller ID.
I frowned, I'm sure he's going to get carried away with the conversation and forget I'm right here.

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"Yeah?" he answered.
From where I was standing, it sounded like someone was shouting from the other line.
"Calm down, I'm coming to get you right now", he said furiously.
I didn't know that people could talk to their bosses like that and not get fired on the spot. Dad must have a really cool boss then.

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"I'm really sorry Bunny, but I need to go get my boss from the airport", he said walking toward the door.
"It's fine, duty calls", I said. I'm only used to it after all.
"We'll go out tomorrow", he said.

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I watched as he pulled out oh his driveway speeding down the road.
"I wonder what his boss is like".

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Mimi

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I answered my front door.
"Dylan?"
What's he doing here? He never usually pays a visit unless Jenny's by his side. Is something the matter?

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"Sorry, to drop by unexpected. I just wanted to chat real quick", Dylan said with his arms crossed.
Something must be the matter if he's crossing his arms like this.
"Well you have bad timing, I'm in a hurry for ballet lessons", I replied.
It's true, I am running late once again. I suck at being on time for things.

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"If this is about Jenny or something, then you call me later on", i said to assure him.
Maybe they had an argument, or wanted some advice.
"Alright, I'll get out of your way then. Next time though", he said.
Next time?

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I sped down the street as I saw him still standing on my porch. I guess I'll find out the next time he comes over.

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"Sorry Jenny, I tried".

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Airport

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"Why are you looking at me like that?" asked Tessa.
"Oh nothing, just reminding you that your vacation is over", said Keith laughing.
"Shut up".
Keith continued to laugh.

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"I thought I was going to have to call a taxi when I landed", said Grey.
"Welcome back to Cali, how was your time in New York?" asked Tessa smiling.
"Well other than the much dramatic musicians I had to work with, great", Grey replied.

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"Hey you wanker, are you going to quit smoking that bud or are you going to take my luggage?" said Grey looking at Keith,"And I thought you quit smoking".
"I thought I did too, until I met you", Keith said throwing his cigarette to the ground.

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"When I get back to the studio tomorrow, schedule me a call with Candi", Grey told Tessa, her assistant.
"Yes ma'am", said Tessa as she scribbled it on her clipboard.
And there was only so much more work to come her way now.
"Ugh driver, pull off already. I need to take a bloody shower and rinse New York off of me", said Grey smacking the drivers seat.

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"You've got to be freaking kidding me! Hey, you forgot about me!"

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"She's been acting weird since Homecoming. Ignoring my text, calls, notes, and of course me!" Flint said hysterical.
"Dude what did you do?"
"We promised we wouldn't tell anyone", Flint replied.
"How am I suppose to help you if you don't tell me anything?" said Anthony annoyed.
"Okay...I'm going to tell you, but do not say anything to anyone else about this".
"Come on, say it!" Anthony asked impatiently.
"I slept with Asia", Flint said quickly.

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"You did what?!"
"I slept with-"
"I heard you!" Anthony yelled, still leaving his mouth wide open.

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"I screwed up, huh?" Flint asked Anthony.
"Well, the only you could have screwed up, is if you did something wrong. What did you do to her?" Anthony asked, wanting to know more.
"That's just it, we don't remember".

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"Hold the phone, you both don't remember? What were you drugged?" asked Anthony confused.
"I think so, all I remember having is a lot of punch", Flint said laughing.
"Stupid! Don't you know someone always spikes the punch at our dances?!"

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"Sorry I'm out of the loop about that kind of stuff", Flint said.
"She probably thinks you rufied her. You need to go talk to her right now you idiot!"
"God...you're right, bye!" Flint hung up the phone.
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Kyle

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"You lazy ass grandchildren!"
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"Oh it's you Dylan...why are your pants so tight son?" asked Kyle's grandfather.
"Is Kyle home sir?" Dylan asked as he avoided the question.
"Oh yeah, he's been cooped up in his room since he got home".

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Knock Knock

"Cammy! I don't feel like taking you to the library right now", I said pissed off.
She's been knocking on my door since I got home from school.

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"Wow, you're a douche to your little sister".

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"If you're here about the band, can this wait until later?" I asked rubbing my eyes.
"I just came to check up on you", said Dylan.
"I'm fine".

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"No you're not, come on talk to me", he said sitting on my bed.
"Now I'm not fine, you're being a bother", I said as I sat up to face him.
I didn't want to talk about my problems with Dylan right now. It's frustrating how things turned out this way, ever since Homecoming.

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"I've known you since we were born. Quit lying to me dumbass".
I didn't reply. I just gave him a poker face and looked at him like he was crazy.
"Dude, I know you saw Mimi and Anthony together. If not, you would've heard about it".

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He broke down my fake smile and put me into great depression.
"I know about it. It's my fault it happened, so there!" I yelled angrily.
"Kyle, if you were honest to begin with. None of this would be happening".

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Dill was right. I need to be honest if anything is going to work out in the end. But how can I? Especially in this circumstance.
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"Ugh, why do I feel so sick all the time?"

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"What?! What the hell?"

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"Have you lost your mind? What are you doing here?!" Asia tried to whisper.
"I needed to see you. Can we talk?"
"Okay, but quickly", she said opening the door.

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"What did you have to tell me that was so important that it couldn't wait until tomorrow?" she questioned Flint.
"Um, I just really needed to tell you that I did not rufey you or anything from that one night. And if you want to break up with me I understand, it was an awkward situation-"

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"Whoa, whoa, Flint I don't want to break up with you, no way. And we had spiked punched", she said nearly stuttering.
"Really? Wait you knew that too? Gosh, I should pay attention to stuff like that more often", he said confused.
"I...I just didn't know how to face you after that day. I was embarrassed".

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"I was embarrassed too. But next time just tell me, and go don't running and hiding when I'm trying to talk to you. It hurts my feelings", said Flint.
"Okay, I will".
"Now give me hug", he demanded.
"What?" she asked.
"Give me a hug so that I know that you're still comfortable around me", he said reaching out his arms.

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Asia leaped up and kissed him quickly.
"I am more than comfortable", she said.

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"Maybe I should've called a taxi", said Trish as she stared down the road squinting her eyes, "Why is this asshole speeding?"

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Screeeeeech

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"Anthony I came rushing over, what's the matter?" asked Nicole.
"Mom hasn't came home yet", said Anthony worried.
"I'll go look for her! Did she go out drinking again?"
"No, you stay and watch Lucas. I'll go find her", said Anthony a little upset.

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To Be Continued...

Looks like Jenny struck a deal with her dad.
Kyle can't seem to make up his own mind.
Flint finally made with Asia, but for how long?
Who hit that car on purpose?
Will Anthony find his mother?

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"What information have you collected so far?" asked Harry.
"We have one badly wounded passenger, Tessa Luca. A widow, mother, and has two children. The paramedic said she's had a little alcohol", said Chris.
"Tessa? God, were there any witnesses?"
"Yes, a young male, 25 years-old stated he saw the crash, but the driver in the other vehicle got out to check on the her and then drove off", replied Chris.

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"That's a little strange. Perhaps this accident was on purpose?" said Ruby.
"Let's not jump to conclusions rookie, we'll need to find more evidence", said Harry.
"Tessa is in critical condition and cannot be questioned at the moment. I can't believe this happened to her of all people", Chris said as he looked down for a moment.
"I know, I don't know how we are going to break the news to her son. It felt like yesterday when I was handling her husband's death", said Harry depressed.

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I had been searching for mom for the past hour, until I pulled up to a roadblock in the middle of the street. What is this? There's police everywhere.
"What the hell?" I said, braking in front of the caution tape.

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I got out my car to get a better look at the devastation. What had happened here?
The police woman started walking toward me as I approached the scene. She was probably ready to shoo me away immediately. But wait.

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As I was looking around, I jerked my head to the damaged Jeep Cherokee. That's mom's car!

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"Hey! Son you cannot go beyond this tape. I advise that you turn around before I arrest you for trespassing", she said with her hands on her cuffs.
"I need to get through! That's my mom's car", I shouted at her.
"Oh, well I am very sorry but-"
Once she eased up on her grip, I quickly ran beyond the caution tape and into the investigation.

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"You need to stop right there!" she yelled trying to keep up with me, "Someone get him!"
"Mom!" I shouted.
Please be all right I kept repeating in my mind.

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"Hey you! You can't be over here!" the man observing the Jeep said. He stopped and to began chase after me too.
"I'm just trying to find my mom! Where is she?!"

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I stopped in my tracks to find the inevitable.
My nightmares were becoming part of my reality one by one.

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I began to space out as I looked at the blood bag that was clinging to the stretcher.
"Dad, dad!".

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"Hold on dad!"

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"Dad! Please don't die!"

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"Ease up Thompson, this boy is her son", said the man with red tie and shades.
I stared at her as she laid there unconscious. Is she going to leave us too? I don't think I could take it if I lost both my parents. It would be just me, and Lucas.

"Hey, do you know anyone that your mother didn't get along with?"
I wouldn't be able to handle it.
"Harry, I don't think this an appropriate time to ask Anthony that", said a recognizable voice.
I can't handle it.

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I can't stand to look at her right now. I need to get out of here.
"Anthony, wait!"
That man's voice sounds so familiar. Where have I met him?
"Stop following me", I said running toward my car.

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I quickly got into my passenger as I began backing up.
I caught I quick glimpse of the man chasing me. He turned out to be Nicole's ex-boyfriend, Chris.
I didn't get to know him well enough to find out he's an officer.

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"Chris! Stop chasing that boy, he's a teenager after all", said Henry following Chris, "Some people find comfort in coinciding by themselves. Leave him be".

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"I don't know what it is, but I just want to help him", said Chris.
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"We've got a female that just took part in a car accident, about in her mid 30's, lost amounts of blood", said the paramedic.
"Her pulse is weak", said George checking Tessa's pulse.
"We need to do surgery, stat!" Jane said storming through the hospital doors.

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"Please...just save the baby", whispered Tessa holding on for dear life.
"Doc! She's pregnant!" George yelled to Jane.

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"Then we'd better hurry if we are going to save them both!" said Jane, "Move, move, move!".
"Yes ma'am".
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"Are you ready Jane?" asked Louis.
"Yes, let's begin people", she said as she prepared her tools.

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"Where's Toni?" asked Lucas as he looked around gazing.
"Toni's gone out for a bit, so your stuck with me kiddo", said Nicole as she sat down.
Just as Nicole sat down, the phone began to ring repeatedly.

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"I should answer to make sure if it's Tessa", Nicole thought to herself as she got up to answer it, "Hello?"

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"Report...time of death 11:43 p.m", said Louis checking the time.
Jane stood over her failure as nearly tears began to roll, "I tried my best", she sighed.
"We know Jane", replied Louis.
"Cover her up and take her to morgue, please", she asked as she removed her gloves.

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"Wait, what did you just say?" Nicole said with pain in her voice.

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As I turned into the hospital parking lot, curiosity was killing me slowly as I worried about mom.
Was she going to be alright? Did she die? What will happen if I have to live without her?
Not to mention, I broke my promise. My promise to be the man of the house and protect her and Lucas with all my might.

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I ran quickly into the hospital entrance looking for the front desk.
Who could I talk to so I could get the information I needed.
I've never had to pay a visit to the hospital before, until now.

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"Excuse me", I said nearly out of breathe, "Is this where I can find out about a patient?" I asked the man in front of the computer.
He looked like he was in charge.
"Well yes", he said awkwardly as if I were stupid or something, "What's the name?" he asked me.
"Tessa Luca", I replied so fast as he gave me a blank stare. I suppose I spoke to quickly.

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He began typing without looking at the keyboard, "Tessa Luca", he said to himself.
I began to rub my neck as my impatience grew.
How many patients could they possibly have checked in right now?
"Ah hah! Found her", he paused. Sweat began to flow as I became nervous.
"I'm sorry to say this, but she didn't make through her surgery", said the man.

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"What do you mean?" I asked crossing my arms.
"She didn't make-"
I cut him off, "She's still okay, right?"
"No, I'm sorry", he said.

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My knees buckled from right under me as I collapsed to the floor.
My father and my mother have left this world, leaving me and Lucas orphans.
I'm only 16 years-old and I'm an orphan. Why did this have to happen to us?
Who did this to us? Who hit my mother and ran away like a coward?
I began taking frustrations out on the floor repetitively smacking it.

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"Anthony!" I heard Nicole's voice jolt me, "Stop making a fool out of yourself and get up", she said holding Lucas.
When the hell did she here? Did the cops call her out here?

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"She...she's gone", I said trying to keep calm.
I would have to get used to saying this to people. She's gone, and never coming back.
"I know...but there is one thing we need to check up on, so get up", she said walking toward the front desk.

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I watched her as she made conversation with the man at the desk.
He began typing once again. I was too busy sulking to even pay attention to what they talking about.
What did she mean we have something to check up on?
What's left to check on? My mom is gone lady.
"Okay Anthony let's go", said Nicole.
"Go where?" I asked curiously.

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"Tessa may have died Anthony, but her baby lived", said Nicole.
I kept looking through the glass at the newborns. They looked so weak and fragile as if anything could break them.
I had no idea mom was pregnant. She never talked about seeing any men at all.
Since dad died, I never thought she could ever move on since she continuously drank.
Hell, how did a baby survive through all of that consumption?
But I guess that could explain how chubby and moody she had became lately.
"So...which is her baby", I asked.

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"The baby girl over there in the pink incubator", said Nicole looking at the baby.
"What's wrong with her?" I asked.
"Since she was born earlier than expected, her body isn't fully developed.
She might have to go through a few surgeries if she's going to make it", said Nicole.

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"Great...I hope it dies", I said angrily crossing my arms as I gave that monster an aggressive look through the glass.
"Anthony! How dare you say that, if I wasn't holding Lucas right now I think I'd slap some sense into you",said Nicole furiously at me.
"How dare I say that? I bet that thing killed my mom", I frantically said, "Let me guess, mom said to save that thing instead of her. Am I right?".
"Anthony, it doesn't matter what happened. You need to respect your mother's decision. That baby is your little sister", said Nicole as if she was about to break out into tears.

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"I think you mean half-sister. Whatever, I'm leaving", I said walking away.
I'm too pissed off to stick around anymore.
"Anthony! We need to name her", said Nicole following me.
"Okay, how about murderer?"
"Anthony!"
I ignored her as I walked inside the elevator. I want nothing to do with that thing..at all.

And from this day forward, I won't stop looking for that driver who hit my mom and kept driving.
I'm going to find out whoever it was and make sure they get what's coming to them.

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"Chris?"
"Nicki?"
"What are you doing here?" asked Nicole.

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"I came looking for Anthony. I saw him leave the scene where Tessa had her accident", he explained.
"You just missed him. He's extremely upset right now", said Nicole.
"Okay, then I'll go after him. I want to speak with him", said Chris as he began walking away.

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"Is that the only reason you came this way?" asked Nicole quickly catching Chris before he walked away.
He stopped walking toward the elevator, "Yes, sorry Nicky. I'll try to find Anthony and drag him back to you, okay?"
"Okay".

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Looks like there's funeral arrangements to be made.
What's going to happen with Anthony Lucas?
Who will they live with? And where?
Can Anthony continue to blame his newborn sister?
Will Anthony be able to find that driver who did this?

To Be Continued...

[LimesN'Peppers]

Awww those chapters are so sad. :( This is a great series.

[pingpongpanda]

I know things seem sad now, but things will soon get better ;)
Glad to know that you're enjoying the story.

[pingpongpanda]

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"Okay everyone, begin to wrap up what you can. Third period will be ending soon", said Mr. Peters.

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"What is that suppose to be?" asked Savannah quarreling at Lucy's painting.
"A monkey, duh", said Lucy finishing her creation.

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"Mr. P, do you have a girlfriend?" asked Lucy.
"Lucy, that's kind of blunt to ask. Well do you have a girlfriend Mr. P?" asked Savannah.
"Where do you live Mr. P?" asked Kimberly.
"Girls, girls, please don't ask things about my personal life. If I answered those questions,
How would I ever get you young ladies to leave me alone?", he said cheeky.

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"There they go again. They’re like vultures when it comes to Mr. P", said Dylan looking at the group of girls that circled around Mr. Peters.
Most of the girls in school would take Art class, just so they could be around the hottest and youngest teacher in school.
"I feel bad for him sort of", said Jenny.
"Why do you say that?" asked Dylan curiously.
"He's quite young to be a teacher and surrounded by pretty girls all the time", she said.
"Very true, I'm surprised he's not tempted at all".

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Jenny looked over to her silent friend Asia who continued to paint, "Say Asia, why so quiet?" she asked.
"I'm just focused on finishing this", Asia replied.
"You've been focused a lot lately, everything okay?" Jenny said worried.
"You sure like to focus a lot", said Dylan.
"Well you know me, I love painting", said Asia.
She was a talented artist, believe it or not.

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"I'm just worried. You've been looking tired lately and what's up with all the sweaters?" said Jenny as she watched Asia pause what she was doing for a second.
"I've just been busy with AP classes obviously. I haven't had time to care about my rest or my looks lately", said Asia.
"If you say so. But if you ever need my help, just let me know and I'll be there for you", said Jenny reassuring her.

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The bell rang and third period was over. Everyone began to scatter outside of the art room.
"Oh, hey Dylan. Give your buddy my deepest condolences", said Mr. Peters.
Dylan stopped walking and said, "Who?"

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"Well Anthony of course", said Mr. Peters.
Dylan began to think about it. Nobody had seen Anthony in days.
He claimed he came down with the flu and didn't want to get anyone sick.
"I don't know what you mean, all he has is the flu", said Dylan.
"Oh boy", said Mr. Peters with a surprised face, "His mother died the other day Dylan, I saw the accident".
"What?!" yelled Dylan.

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"Can we please begin the project now! I said please", I said getting agitated at her.
I had skipped school today, just so that we could actually find time to sit down and begin our project.
Unlike some of the cool kids at school, I actually like to get A's.

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"What are you talking about?" Taylor said looking at her girly mags, "I am researching".
"Did you forget that our project involves rabbits and not Covergirl", I said leaning back.
"I remember, I’m looking at Paris Hilton wearing a rabbits' vest".

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Startled by it, Taylor's phone began to ring, "Oh it's Monica, I need to take this", she said getting up.
"Why did I even bother coming over today? You're fooling around", I said as I crossed my arms.
"Calm down it will only take like ten minutes", she said messing with her cell.
I became parched, "I'm thirsty and I hate tea".
"Go get a soda, you know where they are", she replied.

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I walked down the hall toward the garage door.
It's been a long time since I last walked around her house like this.
Just thinking about the way things used to be, just reminds me that we can never go back.
The person I used to be, has also became someone else.

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"Gosh, there's so many to choose from", I thought to myself as I opened the fridge door, "Guess I'll get a mountain dew, I'll need the energy".
Taylor and her fraternal twin brother, Riley are always left home by themselves;
since their mother loves to travel time to time.

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I closed the fridge and was ready to walk back inside, until I heard something drop on the other side of the garage. Was someone in here? I should make sure, I mean who wouldn’t want to rob this mansion?
"Hello?" I said.

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I walked past the large Hummer that covered up this damaged Audi.
Strange, why does this family have a damaged vehicle sitting in their garage?
I mean, shouldn't they have taken it to see a mechanic?

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I walked all the way over to the other side of the garage to only find nothing but tools all over the ground.
Maybe they hired someone to come and fix this thing and I was just being paranoid.
But still, it's unlike them to leave trash lying around their home.

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I began walking back towards the dining room as I saw Riley's bedroom door cracked open.
Was Taylor inside? If she was, I certainly wasn't going to wait any longer to get this project done.
So I decided to barge in and get her attention.

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"Hey Taylor, if we don't begin our project I'm going to go home", I said as I walked in holding my soda.

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I walked inside to only find that Taylor wasn't inside, and that Riley's room was just bare.
But something else had caught my full attention.
What Riley had hung up on his bedroom wall was just something I don't think I had ever seen someone have before.

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"What the hell?"
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[SeeMyu]

Very intense story you have going on here! :) I love it! Keep up the amazing work! :bunny:

[pingpongpanda]

Very intense story you have going on here! :) I love it! Keep up the amazing work! :bunny:

Thanks for the commentary. I'm trying to get most of the chapters out before Christmas :jest:

[pingpongpanda]

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"Attention faculty and students, one of our dear classmates, Anthony Luca has gone missing.
If you ever see Anthony, or even just hear about his location. Please report to Deputy Brady
or Me, so that we help his family bring him home", Mr. Bobo said.

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"Was that announcement specified enough?" asked Mr. Bobo.
"Yes, I'm going to need all the help I can get. Thank you", said Nicole.

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"Now if you need anything else, ple-", Mr. Bobo said, as he was caught
off by the ruckus outside his office door.
"You cannot go in there right now!" yelled Ms. Roman.
"Mr. Bobo! What happened to Anthony?" Dylan said barging in.

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"Well, who is this?" Nicole said flabbergasted by all the noise.
"Oh, Nicole this is Anthony's best friend Dylan. Dylan, this Anthony's aunt, Nicole", Mr. Bobo said as he introduced them.
"Why is Anthony missing?!" Dylan asked ignoring the introduction.

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"It's my fault that he ran away from home. I should've cared more about his feelings", Nicole said bowing her head.
"Why?" Dylan asked.
"It happened two days after his mother's death. We were all going
over the will with the lawyer..." Nicole said.

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"Dear Anthony and Lucas,

I am sorry that I won't be there to see you two become men.
I was hoping to see the day that you two are surrounded by a wonderful family.
I know that times will get tough without me and your father around,
always remember that you have each other. You are not alone after all.
And I'm sure your father would say the same thing, which is why I've decided
to make Nicole your guardian.
Nicole, I know that you think I'm crazy for choosing you. But I know you'll
do an excellent job at raising our children. And you are the only person that I can trust.
Please take care of them.

Love,
Tessa."

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"As you already know, Tessa has left Anthony and Lucas to Nicole", said Mrs. Cheng
as she had finished reading the will.
"Me?!" Tessa said confused.
"Yes, is that a problem?" asked Mrs. Cheng.

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"If you don't think you can handle the children, we can take care of them", said Emily.
"Really? You'd do that?" asked Tessa interested.

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"If you don't believe you can handle the task Ms. Luca,
we can let the children live with their other relatives, the Hawkens", said Mrs. Cheng,
"Adopting a baby and a teen isn't going to be easy on someone as young as yourself and with no experience".
"Whoa, what?" asked Anthony.
"You're right, that is something I should consider", said Nicole.

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Somehow those two people were apart of the family.
Emma and Jonathan Hawken, who have a son named Caleb.
Why hasn't anyone heard of them until now?
And why did they decide to show their faces now of all times?
Not to mention the fact that Tessa never mentioned to anyone she had a sister.

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"Hold the phone, we are not going to live with the Hawkens", Anthony said emphasizing their name,
"We don't even who they are and we've never met them until now.
Not to mention they aren't even in the will".
"Anthony, it's only something to think about. I don't really have time to
take care of you two, with the type of job that I have. And my apartment is too small", said Nicole.
"Stop making up excuses and just tell me to my face that you don't want us!"

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"Anthony, it's not that I don't want you. It's just not a good time in my life to take you boys in",
Nicole said trying to calm him down.
"Don't you think that my mom left us in your hands for a reason?" asked Anthony.
"Anthony...I can't", Nicole said hesitant.
"I'm not going to sit here and listen to your bs",Anthony said getting out of his seat.

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"Anthony! Where are you going?" Nicole yelled as Anthony continued to run out of the kitchen.

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"He hasn't came by since", Nicole said walking toward the exit,
"I just hope he comes home soon because Lucas is getting worried".
"I'll help you look for him", Dylan said following her.

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Dylan pulled his cellphone out of his pocket and began to dial a number.
"Please pick up", he thought to himself hearing his phone ring.

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I could feel my soda begin to slip out of my hands as I stood still staring at the wall.
What the hell is wrong with this dude? He has pictures of Mimi framed on his bedroom.
Pictures that date back to when we were in middle school together.
He had images of her that I had never seen before; in a towel, at the beach, dancing in her leotard.
Judging from the camera that was on his desk, he must've hunted her down to get these photos.
Was he stalking her?

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As I kept drifting off looking at the wall, my cell began to ring.
Who could be calling me at a time like this?
I put the soda on the desk to look at the caller ID, Dylan.

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"Hello"
"Kyle!" Dylan yelled as I took my phone away from ear for a second.
"Um ow, why the hell are you loud?" I asked.

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"Anthony's missing", said Dylan.
"What? Since when?" I asked worried.
"Since three days ago", Dylan said informing me, "It's bad Kyle, his mom...passed away".

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"Oh my god", I said suddenly feeling overcome with guilt.
Why am I just finding out about this?
"Oh my god is right. We're all going to meet at my garage. Get your ass there so we can chat".

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Before Dylan could even say goodbye, I hang up and began running toward the door.
Anthony, I know what he's doing. He's trying to cope with the pain all
by himself like he did when his dad died.
But now this happened? There's no telling where he might have
gone off to at this rate.

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I pulled up to Dylan's driveway to find everyone's car parked in his driveway.
Dylan wasn't kidding when he said everyone would be here, I literally had squeeze my car in on the side of the street.
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Moments later, I was in the garage talking to Dylan as everyone was sitting down on the couches.
"Should we check the skate park?" asked Dylan.
"Are you serious? I don't think this is the time for Anthony to be doing olley's", I said agitated.
"Calm down Kyle, he was only asking", Flint said as if he sensed hostility.
"Yeah, we're just as worried as you are dude", Dylan said.

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"Shouldn't we start by looking for him?" Asia asked very quiet.
"Yeah, I mean last time he did this, we found him at Rob's place", Flint said.

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"But he's not going to wait and be found in the same spot once again", Jenny said.
"Jenny's right, we need to try other places", Mimi said agreeing with her.
I could tell just by looking at Mimi's face that she was worried about him,
but from the looks of it she didn't really want to show it too much.

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After all our idle chatter, we decided to split up to make our search easier.
Dylan would ride with Jenny, and Asia would ride with Flint.
Leaving Mimi to ride with me. How awkward.

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Hopefully we find Anthony fast, so that I don't have to be near Mimi
any longer than she doesn't want to be near me.
These past few weeks has only made things more complicated between us.
I don't know who's suppose to be angry with who in this situation.

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He walked into his bedroom only paying attention to the Physics book he held in his hands.
"This Physics test tomorrow should be easy", he thought to himself.

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He looked up only to find something that was out of order in his room.
A can of Mountain Dew soda.
"Was Taylor in here?" Riley thought, "No way".
No one in this house dared to step foot in this geek's room but the maid herself.

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"Taylor!" He yelled loud enough for the neighbors to hear.

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"What do you want dweeb?" Taylor asked Riley who looked annoyed.
"What were you doing in my room?" Riley assumed.
"Why would I ever go inside your room, ew?"
"Then who the hell did? Riley asked.

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"What do you mean who the hell did? Did you forget that we have a maid?"
Taylor said digging through her clothing rack.
"Does Juliana drink Mountain Dew on her break?" Riley asked.
"No, only tea", Taylor replied.
"Okay then", Riley said beginning to walk away.

"If it wasn't them, then who was in my room?" Riley thought to himself.

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The car held an tense atmosphere, we had been driving around looking for
Anthony for the past two hours and not a word had been said.
I guess it was only predictable that it would be like this. I wanted to
say something, but nothing could really come to my mind.
What could I say? "Hey how's your day going? I kissed Anthony".

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I peeked over at him, hoping he wouldn't notice me.
He looked so intense, he must be really worried about Anthony.
I've never seen Kyle hold such an expression on his face before.
It's natural, if Jenny or Asia were missing, I'd be panicking too.

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"Like what you see?" he asked.
Oh crap, he knew I was looking at him the whole time.
My face suddenly felt boiling hot in embarrassment, I hope my face doesn't turn red.

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"No", I replied quickly jerking my head in the opposite direction of Kyle,
trying to hide the fact that I was blushing red.
He began to look at me instead of the road.
"If you say so", he said as he looked back at the road.
The last time I was sitting Kyle's car was when we went to the beach.
It was such a nice place, but he wasn't suppose share that location
with anyone but Dylan, Flint, and...

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I turned my towards Kyle fast, "I know where Anthony is!" I said loudly.

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Kyle pulled the car over towards the curb of the street. I tried to quickly get out of the passengers seat without noticing the car wasn't even in park yet.
"Mimi! Slow down!", Kyle said as he me saw get out.

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Kyle got out of the car trailing behind me then stopped by the staircase.
"You keep going, I'll contact the others", he said pulling out his phone.
"Alright!", I replied.
"That is...if I can get a signal", he said.
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"Anthony's whereabouts's?" Coach Durham said thinking.
"Yeah, he hasn't come home in three days now", Dylan said.
"I haven't seen him since P.E last week, sorry", Durham said remembering.
"Okay thanks, if you see him please contact his home", Dylan replied.

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"Any luck?" Jenny asked sitting in the Jeep.
"Nope", Dylan replied sadly, as he was opening the door to get in.

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"I don't know who else to ask or where else to look", Dylan sighed.
"Don't worry, we'll find him. Maybe he's at Rob's place after all", Jenny said.
"No way he'll be there", Dylan said.
"Then where else could he be?" Jenny questioned.

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"I don't know, I'll call the others and see if they've found anything", Dylan said.
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"Decided on anything yet A?" Flint asked waiting for his girlfriend to pick something off the menu.
"Maybe the ten-piece nuggets", she said still sounding indecisive.
"It's okay take your time", Flint said waiting patiently.
His cell began to jingle in his pocket giving him a scare.

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"Hey Dylan, what's up?" Flint asked.
"Hey, how's your search going?" Dylan asked specifically.
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"So let me get this straight, you're at McDonald's getting your face stuffed while
our best friend is missing? Flint I don't know how you stay thin but I hope that one
day you begin to get fat, so that you realize you eat too damn much!" Dylan said getting crabby.

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"What is up with you guys picking on my appetite. And by the way, it was
Asia who was starving and threatening to bite my head off if she didn't get
some food!" Flint replied trying to be reasonable.

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"Yeah right dude! And hold on while I add Kyle to the line", Dylan said.
"Hello?" Kyle said.
"Hey" Dylan and Flint both said.

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"Hey guys, we found Anthony. He's at our secret spot, so hurry", said Kyle.
"We're on our way", Flint replied.
"Does that mean I get nothing to eat?" Asia asked moping.
"Sorry", Flint replied.
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I ran through the path to the beach as I finally reached sand.
I could see ahead of me that there were footprints in the sand,
I followed them as I came upon someone sitting on the ground all by them self.
Anthony?

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"Anthony!" I shouted.
I saw the person jump as I yelled his name. It was Anthony.

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"Don't come any closer", Anthony strictly said, "I'm sure they told you how I can be".
Was Anthony really the type of person who hated to be comforted?
I didn't think that or know that.
"If that's what you wish", I replied stopping behind him.

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I sat down directly behind him, "But I'm not going anywhere".
He did say not to come any closer after all.
"Just go home Mimi, I want to be alone righ-"
I cut him off, "You can't mean that! I've never met anyone who has
ever wanted to be alone in these kinds of situations".
"How would you know? Have you ever lost anyone important to you?" he asked me.
"Yes...I have", just thinking about it made me dwindle.

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I got up and walked beside him, "And during that time, I wanted to be alone too".

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I sat down beside him and put my arm around him.
"But I learned that life goes on and everything felt so much better because
I had friends that could comfort me and help me forget", I said trying to comfort him.

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Anthony didn't say a word, but he raised his head and looked at me,
then he looked back down, "Can you help me forget?" He asked.
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I ran until I reached the sandy coastline.
From a distance I could see just Anthony sitting on the beach, "Ant-"
I stopped mid-sentence, as I saw Mimi with her arms wrapped around him.

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Why? Why is there a sharp pain in my heart?
How long have they been sitting there like that? Since I've been on the phone maybe.
Maybe she's just trying to console in him. I stood from a distance trying to
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"She's just consoling him" I kept repeating to myself in my mind.
Wait, no! What kind of consoling requires them to be that close?
I began to walk towards them as I heard Mimi quietly say, "Yes, I can".
I stopped in my tracks once again. "Yes, she can what?"

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"Anthony!" Dylan shouted from behind me, nearly scaring me to death. The others
had arrived to only see what I was seeing, until they finally walked over
towards the two of them.
The two of them
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The doorbell rang, waking Nicole out of the longest amount sleep she's had
in days. Anthony had been on her mind ever since he disappeared.
"Gosh", she said while yawning, "It's 1:03, who could this be?"
She managed to drag herself off the couch to answer the front door.
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With her mouth wide open, she was speechless and stood in front of the door.
"Are you going to open the door?" I asked.

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Nicole swung the door open nearly putting a dent in the wall.
"Hey?" I said feeling uncomfortable. I couldn't sense Nicole's mood at the moment.
But by the look of her face she was pissed at me.

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"Do you have any idea how worried I've been young man?!" she shouted.
"I'm...sorry", I said tired. I hadn't slept in days.
"Sorry? Are you kidding me? Anthony don't do that ever again!" she replied.
"I said I'm sorry, okay! I get that you think we're a handful. I know that you
have a busy life. But please...please don't give up on me and my brother.
Don't give us to those strangers!" I said disheartened.
I could tell Nicole was about to reply angry once again, but she stopped.
She could see the tears beginning to roll off my face.

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"Please..gi-give us a chance", I said stuttering, unable to control my emotions.
"Shhh...no one and I mean no one is being given up here", Nicole said hugging me tightly,
"Hell, I already feel like a parent", she said laughing.
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Once I had calmed down and said goodbye to everyone, we walked inside the house.
When I went inside, I saw a trail of packed boxes that lead into the living room and
through the kitchen.
She's been packing?

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"I know you boys were raised here, but I thought it would be best if we moved
somewhere with less painful memories after the funeral", Nicole said standing behind me.
I looked at the living room, just thinking about it only reminds of the tough times we
had in this house. Nicole was right, "You're right, it is best", I replied.
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The funeral took place Saturday. Nicole made sure she was able to contact my mother's closet friends.
Most were from her high school and some old colleagues.
I could see all the pain in their eyes as they looked at the coffin.

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Most of the everyone came over to me and my brother to give their condolences,
but it made me feel so pathetic and weak.
I know this is suppose to happen, but did they really have rub it in my face that my mother died?
It's not comforting at all.

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And for some reason, Nicole invited Emma and Jonathan Hawken to the funeral.
It seemed like the entire time they were here, they just stood over the coffin
staring at my mother. They're weird people, I don't think I saw them even look
one time sympathetic. What's their deal?

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Over next to them was Jenny's mother who cried the entire time. Each time Jenny
tried to calm her down, she would look over at my mother and begin to ball out in
tears once again. Her mother cried more than I did.
"Come on mom, let's have a seat", Jenny said rubbing her mother's back.

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"Te-te-te-ssa!" she blubbered because she saw the sight of my mother's blank face again.
"Mom, you're scaring the children. Please, let's sit down", Jenny said feeling a little
embarrassed because of her over-emotional mother.

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"Wow, they must've been really close friends", Asia said looking at Jenny's mother.
"No kidding", Flint replied.

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I couldn't take all the agony in the church, so I just kept my head in my lap the
whole time while Mimi and Kyle comforted me.
Mimi wasn't lying when she said she'd try and help get over my depression.
She had been over my house everyday since I got back home to check up on me.
I just wish she wouldn't over do it though, as if I'm some sort of patient.
I'm not ill.
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"I'll take care of them, I promise".

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Such a sad time in Anthony's life.
Seems like Mimi wants to help him cope with that pain, but how?
I think Kyle and Mimi are done, don't you?
Anthony and his brother are moving in with their aunt, how will that work?

To Be Continued...

[pingpongpanda]

Happy Holidays! ;)

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Theme Song: Justin Bieber ft. Boyz ll Men "Fa La La" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBDcc41JXMU)

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"Okay guys, we're here", Dylan said parking on the curb.
"So this is your family's cabin", Jenny said looking at the cabin.
"Yup, still looks the same as usual", Dylan replied.

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"Can't wait to board tomorrow. This is your first time right Mimi?" asked Anthony.
"Oh, yeah", she said as if she were tired from the long drive.
"Hey Kyle, wake up dude we're here", Anthony said.

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The truth was, I wasn't sleeping. I just had my eyes closed the entire trip.
I didn't want to see Anthony's quick gazes at Mimi as she wasn't paying attention.
Or the cute smiles she kept showing him. It bothered me, but what could I do?
My best friend has a crush on the same girl I do.
"You girls can go inside, we'll get the luggage", Dylan said.
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"Well, this place looks cozy?" said Asia questionably.
"It's not bad", Jenny said looking at the old-fashioned cottage.

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"Oh boy, I knew you guys would have that look on your faces. I know this place
is old-fashioned compared to my house, but it's actually enjoyable", Dylan said trying to reassure the girls.
"If you say so", said Jenny.
"Okay, so are you ready to room with me Jenny", Dylan said winking at her.

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"Whoa, whoa, whoa...whoa, are we rooming with the boys?!" Asia asked hysterically.
"I never asked you, but how many beds are there Dylan?" Mimi asked.
"Two double, two single", Dylan replied.
"Well then simple, me and Asia can share a room since I think Mimi would
want her own space", said Jenny.

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"The rest of you can figure it out", said Jenny walking upstairs as everyone followed.
"Well I'm definitely getting a single", said Dylan going after the only single bed left.

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"Did they just leave us to fight over a double bed?" asked Anthony.
"Excuse me, fight?" asked Flint.

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"Well one thing is for sure, I'm not bunking with Flint", I said bluntly.
The last time I shared a bed with him, I couldn't sleep all night because of his monstrous
snoring.
"Well neither am I", said Anthony who shared the same pain I did.
"Fine, then rock, paper, scissors, whoever loses bunks with Flint", I replied.
"Really? What are we 6-years old?" asked Anthony.
"What are you chicken?" I said teasing him.
"Okay, bring it pretty boy!"

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We drew our hands best two out of three as Flint watched.
"Rock, paper, scissors, shoot!" we both shouted.
"Is this really necessary guys?" Flint asked us,
"Yes!" we both shouted.
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"Dammit" said Anthony.

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"Wow, it seriously smells like pine in here", said Asia walking into the room.
"Really? I can't smell anything", said Jenny sniffing.
"I guess it's just me", said Asia.

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Jenny sat up on her side of the bed as Asia began to get under the warm sheets.
"Aren't you going to lay down?" Asia asked.
"Asia?" Jenny said her name.
"Yeah?"
"Are you...pregnant?" Jenny asked slowly.
Asia's body froze in place. Her body had been going through some changes lately.
"I...think I am", Asia replied.
"You don't know?" Jenny asked.
"I don't know. Please let's go to sleep", Asia said changing the subject.

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"Okay, okay, but tomorrow we're buying you a pregnancy test", Jenny said shutting off the lights,
"Asia?...hm, already asleep".

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"What am I going to do?" Asia thought to herself.
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I sat up in my bed hearing the mattress creak with every move I made.
Dylan wasn't kidding when he said this place was old.
Last night I felt like I slept on the world's oldest mattress.
"I should shower and brush my teeth", I thought to myself.

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I walked through hallway towards the door that I was guessing would be the bathroom.
I turned the squeaky doorknob and swung open the fragile wooden door.

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Perhaps I should've knocked first before opening the door to a half-naked Kyle.
"fant rue rock?" Kyle mumbled as he brushed his teeth.
"Huh?" I said confused.

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He spit out his toothpaste and rinsed out his mouth.
"I said, can't you knock?" he repeated with an empty mouth.
"I..I can", I said clearing my throat. I couldn't help but stare at his bare body.
"Like what you see?" he asked smiling his pearly whites at me.
"Yeah", I coughed, "I mean..your hair looks different", I said changing the subject.

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"Well yeah, it's too cold outside to wear any gel. I'm sure Anthony doesn't have any
on either", he said walking out the doorway, but then he paused and said, "Cute pj's".

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After Kyle walked away, I felt like I could finally breathe.
For some reason I suddenly felt hot and red in the face. Not to mention,
I think that's the first time I have ever seen a guy half-naked in front of me.
That was overwhelming.
"Wow".
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"Dylan, you cheater! You drop-shotted me again!" Jenny yelled at Dylan.
"Oh really, says the girl who kept knifing me over and over again", Dylan said.
"What would Call of Duty be without knifing?!" Jenny argued.
"What would it be without drop-shotting?!" Dylan replied.

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Anthony laid on the couch, watching the couple bicker at each other over the video game.
"Do you guys realize how loud you are?" Anthony groaned at them.

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I pranced down the staircase to find everyone gaming on the PlayStation 3.
"Whatever, deal's a deal, you still owe me a kiss after this Jen", Dylan reminded her.
"In your dreams", Jenny teased.
"What the hell Kyle?!" Dylan shouted.
"What do you mean 'what the hell', I killed you", Kyle laughed as Jenny grinned in joy.

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"Morning", said Anthony sitting up from the couch.
"Good morning", I replied.
"Ready to hit the slopes?" he asked.
"Well I don't think I'll be on any slopes just yet", I said.
I mean this is my first time ever learning to snowboard.

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"Hey, should you two really eat before boarding?" Dylan asked.
"Asia's not really up for it, and I always eat", Flint happily said.

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Flint and Asia sat down at the dining table to eat breakfast.
"Hey, aren't you going to touch your food?" asked Flint.
"Huh? Oh yeah", she said taking a scoop of her yogurt.

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"If you don't like it I can get you something else", offered Flint.
"No, this is fine. I guess I lost my appetite a little", said Asia.
Asia was lost in her brooding. That one question had been pondering in her
head since last night, Am I pregnant?

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"Alright, I think that's enough whoop-ass for today", Dylan said getting up.
"You would say that, when I'm about to catch up to your score", Kyle said raging.
"I wanna snowboard", said Jenny like a little kid receiving candy.

[pingpongpanda]

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"WOOOOOOOOOOOOH!" screamed Dylan.

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"Damn, you guys are slow!" Anthony said taunting the two slowpokes behind him.

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"Yo Kyle, you're going to get left behind!" Dylan said passing him up once again.
"I'll meet you guys at the bottom!" Kyle replied.
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"Okay girls, balance is the key", Flint said teaching them some snowboard techniques.
"This is actually easier than I thought it would be", I said.
"Yeah", Jenny agreed, "Whoa Asia, are you doing okay?" she asked looking at Asia stumble.
"I don't think I'm cut out for this", Asia said trying to get up.

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"Well lucky for you I'm a pro at teaching", Flint said.
"And here I thought that I was your tutor", Asia replied.
"Maybe you should take it easy", Jenny said worried.
But she was right, "Your probably right", Asia said sitting down.
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"Jenny, you realize your legs are shaking like crazy right?" Dylan laughed hysterically.
"Yeah, yeah shush it. I've never skated before", Jenny nervously said.
"Well you can't be afraid to fall on your ass", Dylan smiled.

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Dylan continued to guide her out on the ice.
"Dylan?"
"What's up?" Dylan said.
"I..."
"What?" he laughed.
"I love you", Jenny said softly.

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"Hm, tell me something I don't know", Dylan smiled.
Jenny sucked her teeth, "What?"
"I'm kidding, I think that's the cutest thing you've ever said to me. And I love you too".

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I looked at how adorable Dylan and Jenny looked out on the ice.
It made me so jealous of Jenny. She had a guy and they shared mutual feelings for each other.
If only I could be that lucky.
"Hey Mimi", said Anthony.

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"What's that over there?!" Anthony frantically said.
"What's what?" I asked turning my head. I didn't see a thing, what was he talking about?
I turned back around to receive a snowball to my face.

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"You are so dead!" I shouted at Anthony.
"Oh really? I'd like to see about that", Anthony smiled.
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I watched as Mimi and Anthony broke out into a snowball fight.
Every time I saw a smile on Anthony's face, it was because Mimi was around
to give him one. I guess it's only expected since he likes her. But my biggest
concern was if she liked him back?

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I was barely paying attention to the conversation to the point where Lindsey
began to press up on my arm, "Kyle?" she said.
"Oh, yeah?" I said forgetting what we were talking about.
"You think you can swing by again later like last year", Lindsey winked at me.

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I shook her hands off my arm as I replied, "Sorry, no can do".
"Aw, really? You got a girlfriend or something?" Lindsey asked disappointed.

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I looked at Mimi who had slipped and fell on the ground.
Her smile was so divine, I wish that I was the one making her smile.
Her light blue eyes are so enticing, that I wish they were looking at me right now.
What can I do to make this happen?

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"Something like that", I finally replied still looking at Mimi.

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"Anthony Luca! I've got you now", Mimi said raising her throwing arm at him.
Anthony laughed, "Can't we just talk this out?"
"No way!" Mimi said throwing the snowball at him.
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"Now to find a parking spot", said Jenny looking for a space.
"I'll help you look", Asia said.
"Well, while you guys look I'm going inside", I said getting out of the car.
I wanted to go in and go out quickly as possible.

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"Alright Asia, let's make this quick" Jenny said walking ahead of her.
"This is so embarrassing", said Asia.
"Marco, you got chocolate on your face", said the lady wiping her child's face off.
Asia stood there looking at the mother and her child. It only made her think of
what her life could actually be like if she were actually pregnant. A mother.

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"Hi", Marco said waiving at Asia.
"...Hi", Asia said smiling.
"Marco, didn't I tell you not to speak to strangers. Sorry Miss", the woman said.

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"Asia, are you okay?" asked Jenny.
"Yeah, I'm fine", Asia said.

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"Would that be all, Miss?" the cashier asked Asia.
"Um...yes", Asia replied embarrassed.
"Okay, that will be $19.07", the cashier said ringing up the item.

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"Asia, I'm going to go look for Kyle", said Jenny walking away.
"Okay", Asia said.

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"Not to be rude or anything, but I'm sort of in a hurry ma'am", I said impatiently.
I had been waiting for half an hour for this lady to get my medication.

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"Hold on sugar, I'm looking as quickly as I can", the pharmacist said fidgeting on the stool.
I don't think she can read the labels with the way her eyes are squinting at them.
"Hey, I think can see the Verelan over there to the left", I said trying to help her.
"Aw yes, good eye", she said moving over to the left.

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She began to finally refill my medication. At this rate, I could've died and came back.
"Verelan hm, how unfortunate for you", she said.
Well way to make me feel bad lady, "That wouldn't be the first time I heard that", I said.
"But you're so young", she smiled.
"Doesn't stop me from having some fun though", I replied rubbing my neck.

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"Okay, we are done here. Remember no more than three times a day", she said.
"I know, I know, it's on the bottle", I said taking the prescription bottle.
"Kyle? Why are you getting pills from the pharmacy?" asked Jenny.
I could hear the eminence in her voice as she stood behind me.
I quickly tried to shove the bottle in my thick pockets.

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"Shit", I said as my bottle of pills spilled all over the floor.
Of course the grandma behind the counter didn't seal the bottle securely.
I saw as Jenny's palm reached over them to pick one up. She studied it closely.

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"What the hell are these?" Jenny asked dismayed.
"Sleeping pills, Flint is a super loud snorer if you didn't notice", I lied.
"The hell they are, I wasn't born yesterday idiot", she snapped at me.
"Well, they're none of your concern", I said beginning to pick up the pills.

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"Are seriously going to ignore my concern for you?" asked Jenny.
"Yes, because it's not a big deal. So cheer up will yeah?" I said getting up.

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I began walking away, "And if you respect me as your friend at all, you will
not tell anyone else about this. I don't want any trouble", I said.
"Okay fine", said Jenny, "Verelan?"

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"Hey Jenny, did you guys get what we needed for dinner?" asked Dylan.
"Yeah, we'll start prepping everything soon", Jenny replied.
"I need to use the bathroom so bad", Asia said walking swiftly to the bathroom door.
"Want me to take that bag for you?" asked Dylan trying to be helpful.
"No!...I mean, no it's okay", Asia said slamming the door.
"That wasn't weird", Kyle sarcastically said.
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"I can't believe this!" Jenny shrieked.

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"Jenny, keep your voice down", Asia said soft speaking.
"My bad. Asia you're freaking pregnant", Jenny whispered, "You of all people got pregnant, now I
definitely think the world is ending".
"Tell me about it", Asia said looking at the test.

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"What's your plan now?" asked Jenny.
"Plan?" Asia said confused.
"Are you going to keep it? Think about adoption as well", Jenny said trying to help her understand.
"I...haven't thought about that yet", Asia said suddenly feeling even more distressed.

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Suddenly they heard a knock at the door. Before they could even say anything
Dylan walked right in with them.
"Dylan?!" Jenny said jumping nearly out her shoes.
Asia quickly moved over in front of the test trying to hide it with her thin frame.
"What are you guys doing in here?" Dylan curiously asked.
"Well we...we were...um", Jenny uttered as she tried to come up with a good reason.

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"Jenny was just doing my hair for me", Asia spoke for her.
"Oh, well Flint needs to use the bathroom. Anthony is showering upstairs", Dylan said.

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Everyone began to follow one another out of the bathroom but Asia stopped in the doorway.
As Flint tried to walk around her, she followed his movements not letting him through.

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"Um, Asia I'm trying to get by", Flint said.
"I know but I really needed to show you...something", Asia lied.
"Can it wait?" Flint said trying go past her again yet she blocked the doorway.
"No it can't", Asia said.

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"Look Asia, I really need to go", Flint said flustered.
"I said no dammit!" Asia said shaking Flint.
"Okay, okay! I hope this is worth peeing my pants over", Flint said giving in.
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"This place actually isn't so bad", I said looking out over the balcony.
I guess at first I doubted this place because of the way it looked. But it's actually quite fun being here.
"Didn't Dylan tell you so?" Anthony said reminding me.
"Yeah, yeah", I said as if I still remembered.

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"Since you like it so much, we'll bring you again next year", Anthony happily said.
"Really? Awesome", I said smiling, "You wanna go inside now? It's getting chilly".
I should've worn my coat if I knew it were going to be this cold out.
"Alright, I think the others are about to start on dinner", Anthony said a little disappointed.
He was actually going inside because of me. I assume he must really like the cold weather.

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I walked inside with Anthony following from behind.
I was about to turn towards the staircase, until I heard the sound of a box getting
kicked from behind me, "Oh gosh!" Anthony yelled tripping over the box knocking me down.
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Kyle whistled to himself as he stood over the toilet bowl.

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Invading his privacy, Jenny swung open the door.
"What the hell Jenny?!" Kyle shouted zipping up his pants.
"Sh! I didn't see your junk dude", said Jenny not even looking in Kyle's direction.
"Why don't you girls ever knock?" asked Kyle.
"Did you see it?" asked Jenny ignoring what Kyle just said.

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"See what?" Kyle asked.
"The test!" asked Jenny.
"Ugh, Jenny are you crazy?" Kyle baffled.
"Never mind, then just get out please", Jenny ordered him.
"Hey you, did you forget who was in here first?" Kyle said fuming.

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"Hey Jenny, are you ready to start dinner? It's getting pretty late", Dylan said opening the door.
"So I guess no one knocks around here", said Kyle.
"Oh yeah, sure just let me use the bathroom", she lied. Jenny only came in to hide the
the pregnancy that was still visibly for anyone to see.

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"Jenny, if you needed to use the bathroom you could've just said so", Kyle said annoyed.
"Hey Kyle-" Dylan was about to say something, but then something more important caught his eye.
"What the fuck is that?" asked Dylan content.
"What's what?" asked Kyle turning around to look at what Dylan was talking about.

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Once Kyle turned back around Dylan's fist was already aiming for his face.
"Kyle you son of a-!"
"Dylan don't!" Jenny screamed.
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"Mimi, hey Mimi", I heard Anthony's voice as I opened my eyes.
"Huh?" I said dumbfounded.
"I'm sorry I stumbled on you. Are you okay?" asked Anthony worried.
"Yeah, my head hurts a little", I said randomly laughing.

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"Phew, that's good. I thought I heard your head hit the floor pretty hard", Anthony said.
I gave him a blank stare. I just realized Anthony was literally hovering over me.
I suddenly felt myself beginning to feel uneasy.
"Mimi", Anthony said looking me in the eyes.

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I could see his face slowly shifting towards mine. Is he trying to kiss me?
Anthony Luca is seriously about to kiss me. Am I dreaming? I'm being delusional.
Yes, delusional. I'm probably unconscious right now because I hit my head.

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I could sense Anthony's body heat when his face was an inch away from mine.
I squinted my eyes tight. For some reason I became really nervous.
Was it because once we kiss, I wouldn't know what to do afterwards?
What would I be getting myself into if I kissed Anthony right now?

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My face then felt cool. I opened my eyes to see that Anthony had backed out.
"Sorry", he said closing his eyes. Was he just as nervous as I was?
His cheeks looked a little red, maybe that's he turned his face away from mine.
"It's okay", I giggled.
"You're so fucking dead!" someone shouted from downstairs.
"What was that?" Anthony jumped.
"I think that's..Dylan?" I said a little unsure.
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Me and Anthony quickly traveled downstairs and into the bathroom towards all the commotion.
"What the hell is going on in here?" asked Anthony.
We walked inside to see Flint pinning Dylan up against the wall. Were they fighting?
"Let go of me Flint! I'm going to end that casanova's life!" Dylan said trying to break free.
"Dylan! I said it's not mine!" Jenny said yelling at him.

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"Seriously Dylan, listen to Jenny. We are just friends!" said Kyle agitated.
"Oh really? Then why were you two alone in here with that thing?" asked Dylan.
"Dill, come on dude. Jenny's not that kind of girl", Flint said.
"I know, but Kyle is that kind of guy", Dylan said.
"What's that supposed to mean?" Kyle asked.
"It means you want a piece of all of our pies!" Dylan angrily said trying to jump out of Flint's grasp.
Did Dylan just refer to me, Jenny, and Asia as pie slices?
"What's he mean by that Kyle?" asked Anthony confused.

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"I don't know, I give up on this raging bull", Kyle said.
"This bull is going to give you the horns!" Dylan yelled.
"Come on Kyle, don't egg him on", Asia said.
"Well, then whose stupid test is that over there?!" asked Kyle that pointed at the pregnancy test.
"Don't say anything Asia", Jenny whispered.
"The more you hold me back Flint, the more I'm gonna wanna punch Kyle!" said Dylan.
"Dylan, please stop!" Jenny said.

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"It's mine god dammit!" Asia blurted out.
Everyone became silent. All the noise was killed by Asia's utter confrontation.

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"Whoa, what?" I asked her with my mouth wide open.
Did Asia just say that pregnancy test is her's?!

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"Oh no! Flint!" Jenny said watching Flint nearly faint.

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Once Dylan broke free, he ran over and punched Kyle right in the face.
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"So...your freaking pregnant?!" I said still surprised by the news.
This is insane, out of all people I thought this could happen to, I would never guess Asia.
Where would she even find the time or place?

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"Yeah", said Asia. I could see the discomfort written all over her body.
"You should've said from the beginning that it was your test", said Dylan feeling bad for punching Kyle.
"Dylan", Anthony said.
"What?" Dylan said.
"Don't you think you owe someone an apology?" I said looking at Dylan.
"No, I went easy on him", Dylan said crossing his arms.

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I guess Dylan did go easy on Kyle or he just takes beatings well.
"Thanks", Kyle sarcastically said, "By the way where did you two even find the time and place
to like, you know?", asked Kyle.
He was thinking the same thing I was.

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"Um..um..well", Asia didn't really feel comfortable discussing it with us.
"Homecoming", said Flint finally speaking.
Flint hadn't said a word the entire time since we all walked out of the bathroom.
"But it wasn't intentional", said Asia flabbergasted.
"How is having sex unintentional?" asked Kyle laughing.
Of course this playboy would laugh at something like this.

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"Yeah, how does unintentional sex happen? Maybe I could use this on Jenny", Dylan said winking.
"Well-" said Asia until she was cut off by Jenny.
"Intentional or unintentional, your pregnant. The questions we need to be asking you guys are:
Are you going to keep the baby? Or give it up?" said Jenny changing the subject.
"I think me and Asia should discuss this later", said Flint.

[pingpongpanda]

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You don't have to move, you don't have to speak lips for biting.
You're staring me down, a glance makes me weak eyes for striking.

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"Hm, so far this demo is actually really good", Keith said as he continued to listen to the music,
"What do you think? Should I give them a call?" asked Keith.

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Grey didn't respond, she sat in her chair with her fingers intertwined.
Her expression looked dull and displeased. Were Keith's senses off?
After the demo was completely done playing, Grey got up out of her seat and
parked herself in front of Keith.

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She gave him an intense look, "I'll let you know when my schedule clears", she said.
"Wait what?" Keith said puzzled.
"I want to meet them", Grey said.
"That's a first", Keith said astounded.
"Just make sure they're here by then. I don't like to waste my time", Grey said.
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"Asia, why haven't you touched your food?" asked Lee.
"I'm not that hungry, sorry", Asia replied.
"Can I have her food?" asked Aito.
"No, you didn't even finish your peas!" Lee said angrily at his son.
"Dear, just let it go", Stacy said trying to calm down her husband.

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"No I will not let it go. This has gone on long enough! Why haven't you been eating?" Lee questioned.
"I ate before I came home, okay", Asia said troubled.
"What? You were out with that boy again weren't you?!" Lee said angrily.
"What if I were?" Asia replied.
"You are not to see that country bumpkin any longer. Hear me!" Lee yelled.
"Lee, she is a teenager. It's only natural that-", Stacy said but was cut off.
"I'm pregnant", Asia murmured.
"What?" Stacy said confused.

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"I am pregnant with that country bumpkins' baby", Asia repeated.
"What?! What?" Lee said blown away.
"You heard me Dad!" Asia shouted.
"How could you?" Lee asked heartbroken.
"How could I? How could you? You've kept me caged up my entire life.
And the one night I actually was set loose, this happened", Asia argued.

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"Don't you dare blame me for your mistakes child", Lee said.
"That's right, blame your mother", Karina said looking at her daughter-in-law.
"Excuse me Karina? How would you prevent something like this in today's society?
People are not traditional anymore. So don't you ever talk about my parenting!" Stacy snapped.
"This is why I don't like to visit often", said Asia's older brother Toni.

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"You have two choices Asia: get rid of that thing inside of you or get out of my house.
Which will it be?" asked Lee.
"Lee, you shouldn't force her to choose", said Stacy worried.

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Asia sat there silently staring at her father's face.
She had never seen him so angry in her entire being.
"Asia, you better answer me before I answer for you", Lee said rushing her.
"I...I...I, um", Asia stuttered.
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Ding Dong

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Flint dragged himself to answer the front door.
"Asia? What are you doing here and why do you have luggage?" Flint asked worried.
He was about to say her name again, but then he realized the tears that were streaming down her face.

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She stood there silently with a bare look on her face.
"Asia what happened? Did you get a ride here?" Flint asked but still didn't get an answer,
"Asia! Answer me dammit!".

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"He..he said to choose one: get rid of the baby or leave. So..I left", she finally explained.
"My own parents kicked me out! Isn't that great?" Asia said hysterically.
Flint stared at her shaky palms. She was scared.

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He walked up and put his arms around her, "It's okay, everything is going to be okay", he said.
Aware, Flint began to feel as Asia's tears rolled onto his t-shirt.
"Eh..is it?" Asia cried.
"Yes, it is" Flint reassured her.

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Asia began to cry even more, "Sh, sh, it's okay", Flint said comforting her.
"Noah, let her inside already", Jeff said standing behind Flint.
"Were you guys there the whole time?!" Flint asked embarrassed his parents were watching them.

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"Grrrrrr", growled Rufus.
"Rufus no!" Jeff said disciplining him.

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"So this is Asia? Wow, my grand baby is going to look pretty. Hurry up and let her in son!" said Jamie.
"Hurry up before she catches a cold boy", said Jeff.

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"You told them about us?" asked Asia.
"Yeah, I tell my parents everything", said Flint.
"I wish my parents were more understanding", said Asia.

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Looks like Asia got the boot.
Does that mean she's living with Flint now?
Anthony was about to make a move on Mimi, but why did he back out?
Sounds like Grey is interested in the band, will they meet?

To Be Continued...

[pingpongpanda]

Happy Valentines Day! <3

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Theme Song: Linkin Park "One Step Closer" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_wtHnZytyQ)

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I laid in my bed, trying to solemnly enjoy my Saturday.
These days, it seems the new motto is, "No school, no worries".
We're only in half of the school year, and well let's see: Kyle and Anthony like the same girl,
Anthony's mother has died, and Flint and Asia are expecting.
What else could possibly go wrong? As a matter of fact let me not jinx myself.
I could hear my phone vibrate on my recliner across from me.

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Who the hell could be calling me this early in the morning?
Geez, was it perhaps Kyle asking for some more advice about Mimi?
Or Anthony wondering if Mimi even likes him?
Oh, and then there's Flint who calls to ask me about Asia's random mood swings.
Maybe I did jinx myself. I might be freaking next.

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I walked over and picked my cellphone to look at the caller ID.
Private number? I was relieved to know that it wasn't any of the three stooges calling,
but actually annoyed that is was some random person.

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I answered, "Hello", I said with my voice sounding so droopy.
"Hey, is this Dylan Stewart?" asked a man from the other line.
"Yeah, why?" I asked seemingly concerned who this stranger was.
"Well, today is your lucky day kid", replied the man.

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"Hey, did you hear that slut did-" I heard Shelly whisper into
Kimberly's ear but couldn't make out the rest of the sentence.
Kimberly laughed, "No way!..Oh she's right behind you".
It's as if she said it purposely for me to hear her.

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"Oh crap", Shelly said whipping her head around in my direction,
"Hey there Asia. Is that baby kicking yet?" she asked laughing.
Was that suppose to be an insult?
"No Shelly, that's after 4 months", I said correcting her.

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"Hey Asia, ignore them", said Mimi smirking as she walked up putting her arm around me.
"Yeah they don't know what they're talking about", said Jenny next to her.
"Thank you, girls", I said.

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"Because they got it all wrong, right Jenny?" asked Mimi.
Where was she going with this conversation? I asked myself.
"Yeah, you're not a slut. You're just not the genius we thought you were cracked up to be", Jenny said candidly.
"Sorry A, but my mom doesn't want me to hangout with you anymore", said Mimi.
"Mine too, you're a bad influence on us", Jenny complied.

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My smile suddenly fell from my face. What's gotten into them? How cruel of them to say.
"Come on Mimi, let's go hang out with Taylor", Jenny said walking away.
"Yeah, at least she's smarter than this", Mimi agreed tagging along behind her.
"I..thought you guys were my friends!" I yelled at them.
"Friends? Please, we only used you to replace Taylor", Jenny said as she continued walking.
I looked down at my feet and then I looked back up, to see Noah.
The one person I knew couldn't let me down.

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"Noah!" I yelled his name running towards him. He didn't reply, he just stood there looking at me.
Weird as always, I thought.

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I ran up and hugged him tightly.
"Noah, you wouldn't believe the day I'm having", I said holding back tears.
Still, he didn't reply. Was he perhaps still listening to me?
I continued to speak, "Maybe I should do homeschooling instead".
Without any recognition, he shoved me off of him.

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"What the? What's wrong?" I asked suddenly flustered.
"You're embarrassing me, stop making a scene", he replied so coldly.
"What are you saying? You said you'd be here for me", I said reminding him of his own words.
"I meant that when we are only at my house", he said walking past me.

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"So keep your distance from me. I don't want people getting the wrong idea", he said walking away.
"Noah", I said but he didn't turn around, "Noah!" I screamed.

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"Noah..Noah.....Noah", I continued to say repeatedly.
I suddenly felt flushed hands touching shoulder.

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"Asia!" I heard Noah's voice as I jolted my eyes open.
It was..just a dream. A bad dream at that. It felt so surreal.
"Bad dream?" he asked bothered, "You kept repeating my name".
"Yeah, sorry", I said still startled by the nightmare I just had.
Noah's phone began to ring from his end table.

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"I better get that, it's Dylan's tone", he said picking it up.
"Go ahead, I 'll wash up first", I said walking towards the bathroom.

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Noah yawned then answered his phone, "Hello Dylan", he said faint.
"Flint!" his eyes split open as he heard three different voices shout his name.

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"I called you three times! Are you deaf?" asked Dylan.
"Whoa, sorry. I'm a heavy sleeper. What's going on? Why are we in a conference call?" asked Flint.
"Well..." Kyle said lingering happily, "Anthony tell him, I'm too fired up".
"We got called in by some big music company", Anthony said trying to stay collected.

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"What?!" Flint said raising his voice, "This is the best news I've heard. When do we go in? Today?"

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"Of course that would be the best news you've heard", I whispered to myself.

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"Alright, they're done. Let's sit down Jamie", said Lori getting ready to serve biscuits.
"I'm right behind you", said Jamie washing her hands clean.

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"Eat up good Asia, ya' hear me. I don't want my great-grand baby coming out thin", said Lori sitting down.
It's been a month since Noah's family has allowed me to live with them.
I've learned their kind and gentle as their southern hospitality.
Noah's family is originally from Houston, Texas and moved to Newport when he was only a couple weeks old.
So he didn't get to experience an inch of Texas as much as his parents did.

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Once the two sat down, the doorbell chimed.
"And we just sat down", said Jamie flustered.
"That's okay, I'll get it", I said getting up to answer the door.
"No Asia, let me!", Jamie objected chasing me to the door.
Was it because I'm pregnant? I can answer a door lady.

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"I got it, it's fine", I said already opening the door.
There wasn't anyone there but a couple of boxes. UPS man?
I thought we had to sign for these kinds of things.

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At least I thought so, until I saw my father driving off in his Smart Car.
So, then it's not the UPS man. It's been a month already.
Why is he just now dropping off boxes at their doorstep?

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"This is why I wanted to get the door", Lori said standing behind me.
"This isn't the first time?" I questioned.
"No, he's been doing it every week", she said.
"What's his problem?" I asked disturbed.
"He's probably just hiding that he's worried about you", she replied.
That's worried? I thought.
"No sweetie, that's men", she said.

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"Okay, this time I'm sure this is the place", I said examining the building from head to toe.
"I hope you're right, cause we're late", Flint said distressed.
"Yeah, let's just hurry", Dylan said walking ahead of me.

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"Well maybe if you had just used the GPS in your phone,
we would've been here by now", Anthony said furious at me.
"Well we got here, didn't we?" I said.
"Yeah, 30 minutes late! Next time don't be a stubborn jackass", he replied.
"Don't be such a backseat driver!" I said getting agitated.
"Knock it off you two!" Dylan shouted holding the door open.

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"Hello this is Hit Music Records, how can I help you?" asked the secretary.
"Hi we have a-" I said but got cut off by her.
"Oh, Ms. Skylar is already busy call back later, thank you. Hello, welcome to Hit Music Records
how can I help you?" she asked us graciously.
Everyone was silent. Was she actually asking us this time? Was probably what they were thinking.

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"Yeah, we have an appointment with Ms. Skylar", answered Dylan.
"Sorry but you'll have to come back another time, Ms. Skylar is busy with her current appointment", she replied.
"Now look what you've done moron, we missed our appointment", Anthony said glaring at me.
"Shut up already, you have a GPS in your phone too", I said glaring back.
"Jackass", said Anthony.
"Say it again, I dare you", I threatened. I getting fed up with his mood swing.
"Shut up, idiots", Dylan said.
Then we heard some anonymous laughter coming from opposite side of the waiting room.

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"You two are pretty funny to watch", he said cracking up into laughter trying to hold onto his cigarette.
"Dianna, this is Grey's 11 o'clock".
Wait a minute, this man is no other than...

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"Keith Ledger!", Anthony gasped as we all dropped our jaws gawking at him.
"Lead guitarist of the rock band, The Exposed-", Flint randomly said.
"12 Grammy Awards, 9 Moon Men, and 15 Billboard Best", Dylan finished Flint's sentence.
"Thank you?" Keith questioned sounding insinuated as Dylan touched him.

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"Father-in-law", Dylan quivered as he jumped onto Keith forcibly.
"Jenny..is this your husband?" Keith asked. You could hear the exertion in his voice as he tried to hold Dylan.
"No", Jenny answered embarrassed.
"Jenny why didn't you tell us Keith Ledger was your dad?" I asked.
"Cause I knew this would happen", she answered.

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"If you're done smothering me, your appointment still stands", Keith said shoving Dylan off him.
"Wait, were you the one that called me this morning?" asked Dylan ecstatic.
"No", Keith lied. He didn't want Dylan to have his number.

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"Let's go already, this woman is impatient when things don't go as planned", Keith said leading us the way.
"Sorry about Dylan. But you are his idol", I said trying to reassure him.
"Yeah, I can tell. You girls stay here as well", Keith replied.
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"That's a lot of junk on her desk", Dylan said looking at woman's desk.
"This place is no joke then", I said looking around at Platinum Albums on the wall.
"Hey Grey, the boys are here", Keith said casually.
Pretty unprofessional but I'm not surprised since it's Keith Ledger.

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"What? They're late!" Grey roared. She had a strong British accent, "Bring them in", she demanded.
Her personality seemed a bit overwhelming and horrendous.

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"Sit down over there boys", Keith said leaving us alone with this fearsome lady.
"Hi, my name is Flint and thanks for meeting us", Flint said walking by her desk.
"Flint? What an odd name", Grey inquired.
"Yeah it's actually my last name, my first name is-"
"Sit down already", Anthony said shoving him.

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We sat down on the nifty couch in front of her desk.
Awkwardly, we sat and stared at her waiting for her to say something to us.
Dylan cleared his throat, "So are we going to discuss music?" he asked.
Still, there was no reply from Grey. Was she thinking?

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"Hm, you four boys are actually quite charming. Why is it you became a rock band?" she asked.
Was she contemplating our looks this entire time?
"Well, Keith Ledger is my inspiration", Dylan replied.
"What about you three?" she asked us.
"I like to play the guitar", Anthony said.
"Yeah, I love playing the drums", Flint said.
"I..don't actually know", I said a little staggered.
These reasons are awful. Why did we want to become a rock band?
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"I'm not here for your entertainment
You don't really want to mess with me tonight
Just stop and take a second
I was fine before you walked into my life" Candi sang in the recording studio.

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"Something seems off about her mojo", said Mitch.
"What are you talking about? Candi girl is tearing it up", said Calvin.
"Oh really? Want to bet?" Mitch teased him.
"Fine, I get your beach house for a week", Calvin agreed.
"Then, I get to borrow your cap collection", Mitch wagered.
"My babies?" asked Calvin.
"Yeah, those babies", Mitch laughed.
"You're on", Calvin said handshaking him.

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"Listen up it's just not happening
You can say what you want to your boyfriends
Just let me have my fun tonight-" Candi stopped singing.

"Hey guys, I'm not really feeling this right now. Can I take a break?" asked Candi.

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"What?! No way Cans. You're doing good", said Calvin pushing on the intercom.
He didn't want to lose his bet.
"Come on, give it another go", Calvin suggested.

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"Yeah right! I need a break", Candi said storming out of the room.
"Candi!" Calvin yelled through the intercom.
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"Hello Candi", Dianna cheerfully said.
"Hello Dianna", Candi responded.
How is she always chipper with a job like that? Candi thought.

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"Asia, stop over-reacting it's not good for you", Mimi said talking on the phone.
Candi walked behind her sitting down.
"It was just a dream wasn't it?" asked Mimi.

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"Asia, just because you are pregnant doesn't make you stupid", said Mimi.
"You're right, it makes her very smart", Candi said sarcastically.
"Yes, it makes you very smart", Mimi said agreeing without recognition.

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"Wait a minute! Who do you think you are eavesdropping on my-" Mimi said turning around to face the eavesdropper.
She paused and looked at her culprit. The all-time famous pop star, Candi.
"Ca-Candi, Candi?!" Mimi stuttered almost losing grip of her cell phone.
"Mimi? Hello?" Asia said loud enough through the phone.

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"Hello, sorry I didn't mean to eavesdrop. Your conversation just sounded very interesting that I couldn't
resist", Candi said.
"No, no, no, I'm sorry. I didn't realize who you were. Oh my gosh, I'm talking to Candi", Mimi babbled away.
Candi laughed, "Your amusing, what's your name?" asked Candi.
"Your biggest fan, I mean..my friend's call me Mimi", Mimi replied with haste.

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Mimi plopped down on the couch next to her.
"So, do you sing?" Candi asked Mimi who was staring at her point blank.
"Oh me? Um, no..I used to. But I dance now", Mimi replied nervously.
"Then what are you doing here?" Candi asked curiously.
"My friends might be getting a record deal", Mimi said cheery.
"You seem like such a good friend. Why did you stop singing? And I'm sorry
if I'm asking you a lot of questions", Candi said.

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"No it's fine", Mimi said as her mood changed, "I don't really know myself. All I know is that
I stopped after my grandmother died", Mimi replied.
"Oh, sorry...death can certainly change a person", Candi said.

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Jenny swung open the bathroom door.
"Gosh, that stupid Dylan better not be saying anything else embarrassing in front of dad", she said to herself.

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Jenny suddenly looked up, "Hm, isn't that...Candi?" she thought to herself.
And is Mimi chatting with her?

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Jenny walked up to them as they were finishing a conversation.
"Oh hey Jenny", Mimi said looking up at her.
"Hey", Jenny replied looking at Candi.
"Well, I better get back to recording. Nice meeting you Mimi", Candi said walking away.
"She's in a hurry", Jenny said.
"She's so cool", Mimi said spacing out.
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"Wait...you want us to do what?" Dylan asked perplexed about the situation.
"I thought the reason you called us out here was because you wanted sign us after hearing our demo", Anthony said.
"Yeah, why the hell should we do that if you already know we're talented. No way!" Dylan disagreed.
"Dylan, dude. Let's just do it, it's not like it'll hurt us", said Flint. Flint really wanted this record deal.
I couldn't help but keep quiet to myself. I didn't know how to respond to this.

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"Look! Disagree and jabber all you boys want. But I've ruled not only this company, but the music industry for
years now. So believe me when I say this, I know what I'm doing", Grey compiled.
"But-" Dylan said.
"Now if you boys are as good as you say you are, then the showcase will be tomorrow at 8 o'clock.
Be there prepared, or just forget about the whole thing", Grey appealed us, "Nice meeting you".
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Mimi

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"Mom! Have you seen my ballet slippers?!" I shouted.
"No Mia!", Mom replied.
I had been wandering around the house for the past hour looking for them aimlessly.
At this rate, I was going to end up being late for my ballet recital.
I hindered as I looked at the black piano.
It's been so long since I last played that thing.

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I sat on the bench and wiped off the dust.
I was surprised that there was even any dust on it.
The Maria's a good cleaner and mom doesn't let things go unnoticed either.
Maybe everyone had forsaken the thing and left it alone all this time.

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I pressed down on a couple keys and my piano playing skills rushed back to my brain.
It's already been 10 years since grandma had passed and yet it felt like yesterday
that I was sitting here playing with her.
The questions Candi asked me earlier kept replaying in my head.
"So, do you sing?"

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I breathed in, then I breathed out.
"Heart don't fail me now
Courage don't desert me
Don't turn back now that we're here
People always say
Life is full of choices".
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"No one ever mentions fear
or how a road can seem so seems long
or how the world can seems so vast
courage see me through
heart i trust in you
on this journey to the past", I sang.

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My fingers jilted on the piano once again.
"Oh man! I hit the wrong note again", I furiously said, "Now I forgot the note", I murmured.

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"Mia, the note you're looking for is right there silly willy", said my Grandmother Roxanne.
She immediately placed me on her lap and began showing me the keys with her fingers.
"Grandma", I said disappointed, "I can do it myself", I said.

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"You're so stubborn like your father", Roxanne chuckled.
"What's that mean?" I asked.
"Nothing dear, let's hurry up and memorize this for your talent show tomorrow", Roxanne brightly said.

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"Grandma?" I asked.
"Yes, Mia", Roxanne replied.
"What if I...I mess up and people laugh at me?" I said discouraged.
"That won't happen", Roxanne said.
"Why?" I asked.
"Because you have a wonderful voice, and you'll grow up to be an memorable singer someday", Roxanne smiled.
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"Memorable singer?" I questioned.

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"Yeah right", I said looking down.
"Mia! I found your slippers!" My mom yelled from downstairs, "Let's go".
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"A one, two! A one, two, three, four!" Flint said as he clamped his drumsticks and began banging away.

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"I think we have an emergency
I think we have an emergency
If you thought I'd leave then you were wrong
'Cause I won't stop holding on
So are you listening? So are you watching me?" Kyle sang.

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"Hey guys! Let's take a break", Dylan said.
Jenny told me that they woke up at the crack of dawn to begin practicing for tonight's
big gig. I've watched them practice before, but not as intense as this.
This must really want to top tonight's performance.

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"So you decided to tag along today, Asia?" I asked her.
Yesterday she skipped out because her day began sour.
"Well yes, I regretted staying in yesterday cause I was bored out of my mind", Asia replied.
I laughed, "Was it because Flint wasn't there?"
"Mimi", she said embarrassed.
It's not like he was listening, he was taking a quick snooze.

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"So is it true that you used to sing?" Asia randomly asked.
"I'm guessing Jenny told you that", I said as she nodded at me, "Yeah, but it was nothing
serious. Just something I had fun doing as a kid", I replied.
"Aw, But now I'm curious. You should sing me something", Asia said pouting.
"I'm curious too", Flint said popping his eyes open.
"Were you awake the whole time?" I asked.
"It's hard to get some shuteye when those two are still at it", he responded looking at Kyle and Anthony.

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I looked over at Anthony who playing his guitar.

"It's really not your fault
When no one cares to talk about it
To talk about it", Anthony sang.

"You know if you want to do the singing, I can be the lead guitarist", Kyle said.
"No way dude, you sing better", Anthony said stopping.
"Aw, you're shy. How cute", Kyle teased him.
Anthony snickered, "Shut up".
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"Ready Dylan?" asked Jenny who watched as her boyfriend played his guitar.
"Born ready", he winked at her.

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"Are you okay?" Flint asked Asia.
"I should be asking you that. It's your big night", Asia responded, "You're sweating".
"Yeah, I've never been so nervous before a show. I guess because this one really matters", Flint said shaking.

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"But if things go well tonight, our future for the baby is set", Flint said reassuring Asia.
"Don't worry about that. Just have fun silly", Asia said smiling.
Their conversation was profoundly disrupted by Jenny's shrieking voice.

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"Guys! Where the hell is Kyle right now? The show is about to start", Jenny said freaking out,
"Calm down Jenny, calm down...where is that playboy?!" she grumbled.

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"Calm down", Anthony said laughing, "I bet he's staring himself in the mirror right now, I'll go get him".
Anthony placed down his guitar and ran through the curtains.

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"Hey isn't Mimi here too?" asked Flint curiously.
"Yeah, she came with us. Where did she disappear to?" asked Asia.
"Oh shit", Jenny blurted out, "She must be with-"

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"Hey! Why did I just see Anthony run out of here?!" said Tessa, Grey's assistant.
She scanned the area, "Okay, where is the heartthrob?" Tessa said putting her hands on her hips.

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Kyle had rested his head down about half an hour ago. The band was already setting up backstage.
He looked so at peace that I wasn't sure if I should wake him or not. They woke up so early practicing
and only stopped 4 hours before the show. Not even enough time rest.

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Kyle, why is it that you look so cute and innocent when you're sleeping? But when you're awake,
you're this big, hotshot poser that pretends not to have feelings sometimes.
Is it weird that me watching him sleep is making me feel so giddy inside?
Perhaps I should just wake him up already for my sake.

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Just as I was about to say his name, I heard him chuckle.
"You know if you take a picture it will last longer, Mimi", said Kyle as he opened his eyes.
That numbskull knew I was here the whole time and just pretended to sleep.
"Now I wish I should've smacked you awake", I said shoving his head with fury.

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"Is that idiot seriously still looking at the mirror. If he is, I swear...", Anthony thought to himself.

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Just as he was about to open the door, Anthony paused.
He could hear voices coming from inside the dressing room.
"I don't want to interrupt, but who is he talking to at a moment like this?" he thought.
He peeped through the small door window.

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Kyle sat up at the table stretching, "You don't have to deny watching me sleep, I'd watch
myself too if I could", said Kyle grinning.
Is it me? Or does his ego grow bigger and bigger everyday?
"Stop joking around and hurry up and leave already", I said coldly and upset.
"What's wrong with you?" Kyle said sounding concerned.
"You can't take anything seriously is what's wrong with me", I said fuming.
Kyle jumped out of his seat and confronted me.

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"By serious, I'm guessing you mean yourself?" He directed.
I looked away ignoring him. I could tell he was upset.
"So, then I'm correct", Kyle assumed. But I still didn't answer. I mean he was correct.
"Mimi...I don't know what to do with you anymore", Kyle said faint.
"What the hell is that suppose to mean?" I thought.

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"One minute we're fine, and then the next minute you hate my guts", Kyle said.
I stared him blankly in the face.
"I don't hate you Kyle, you just do stupid things sometimes", I thought.
"If you keep being silent, you're going to force my hand", Kyle said becoming bitter.
I wasn't sure what he meant by that, but I wasn't going to back down.
"Okay then, so be it", Kyle said.

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He grabbed me and locked his arms around me, then reeled me in for a kiss.
Is this what he meant by forcing his hand?
Why is it that every time Kyle and I kiss, our problems just seem to melt away?
But no, not this time. I can't just ignore it anymore.
Why can't Kyle be serious?
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[pingpongpanda]

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Mimi

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I pushed Kyle off of me with all my might.
"What was that?!" I hollered angrily.
"Did you ever think Mimi, that maybe you're the one who's not being serious?!" Kyle yelled back.
Is this really what he thought? How could it possibly be me?
I heard the door swing open hitting the wall, "Am I interrupting you guys?" asked Anthony who
looked at Kyle so fowl.

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Anthony! It's not what you think, okay?!" Kyle said trying to erase the wrinkles off of Anthony's forehead.
I've never seen Anthony look so angry before. Was it because...he was jealous?
Anthony stood there looking Kyle in the eyes and then looked at me.
His cold stare sent a clash through my entire body.

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He looked back at Kyle who had his hands on his shoulders.
"Get off me", Anthony muttered.
"Anthony", Kyle said his name.
"Get off of me Kyle", Anthony repeated once more for Kyle to hear.
"Not until you calm-"

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"I said get off of me!" Anthony said swinging.
"Anthony don't!" I screamed.
I was too late. He punched Kyle right in the face knocking his lights out.

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Once again, the door busted open with Dylan shouting, "Anthony, let me look for Kyle in..stead".

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Dylan froze as he looked at pissed off Anthony and Kyle, who was laid out on the ground.

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"Anthony did you knock Kyle out?!" Flint asked wigging out.
"What the hell did you do?! You couldn't wait until after the show?!" Dylan said getting upset.
"So...then you knew this whole time didn't you? All of you", Anthony emphasized ignoring their concern.
"Ant, chill out. This isn't the time nor place", Dylan said whispering.
"F you, Dylan!", Anthony furiously said.
"Now what are we going to do?! Our vocalist is out cold!" Flint said grabbing his hair.

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"Everyone just needs to relax!" Jenny shouted.
"We're finished. Done!" Flint shook his head.
"How the hell can we relax right now? Look at Kyle, Jen", said Dylan pointing at Kyle.
"Because I've got it all taken care of", Jenny said walking towards me.

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She knelled down next me, "Mimi, we're going to need to borrow that voice of yours", said Jenny nicely.
I spaced out. All of this is happening because of me. I shouldn't have been in here
alone with Kyle. And now all their hard work is about to go to waste.
"Mimi!" Jenny yelled in my ear.
"Yes, it's fine. This my fault anyways", I replied to her.
"Damn right it is", Dylan said making me feel even worse.
"Alright, everyone leave the room", Jenny commanded.

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"Sit down over here Mimi. We've got 5 minutes to do your hair and make-up", she said.
"What's wrong with what I've got on?" I questioned. Am I not good enough?
"Mimi, it's a rock show", Jenny said picking out make-up.
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"Oh hi there everyone, my name is Anthony and I like to knock our vocalist out, and ruin our live show",
Dylan said as he mocked Anthony's voice.
"How about I knock you out too?" Anthony imminently said.

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"Please, you probably caught Kyle off guard", Dylan said laughing.
"What makes you think that?!" said Anthony offended.
"He took karate, remember?" Dylan said reminding him.
"Hey! Where's your singer, the show is about to start!" said antsy Tessa.
"Over there", Flint calmly replied as he looked at me.

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"What? What happened to Kyle?!" Tessa asked panicking.
"Kyle came down with something, so she's stepping in for him", Dylan answered.
"Why are you all staring at me like that?!" I asked feeling discomfort.
Everyone was looking at me weird. I knew Jenny used to much make-up.
"You look fine, don't worry", Jenny said tapping me.

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"Whatever, is everybody ready?" asked Tessa.
"I'm ready!" I nervously replied without thinking.
"Let's get moving!" Tessa demanded.
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Okay maybe I'm not ready.
This crowd is larger than I expected it to be. Such a small gig my behind.
They must've told the whole area about this.
Well, I can't turn back now.

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"Tessa..where is Kyle?" Grey asked sheepishly.
"The bandmates said Kyle came down with something", Tessa responded.
"Then who is that? Can she even sing?" Grey asked squeezing her glass.
"I guess we're about to find out", said Calvin.

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"Wow, there's a lot of people here", Jenny said looking around.
"I'm starting to feel worried for Mimi", Asia said, "Won't she be nervous?"
"Don't worry about her, she'll pull through", Jenny assured her.

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I picked up the mic, "He-Hello, we are Global Karma", I stuttered because the mic echoed.
I wasn't here for sound check, and so I wasn't used to the mic.
"And this our song, Emergency", I said.
"A one, two! A one, two, three, four!" Flint shouted.

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I quickly cleared my throat and began singing the lyrics,

"I think we have an emergency
I think we have an emergency
If you thought I'd leave then you were wrong
'Cause I won't stop holding on
So are you listening? So are you watching me?" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgJ8BZi3vTA)

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"If you thought I'd leave then you were wrong
'Cause I won't stop holding on
This is an emergency
So are you listening?
And I can't pretend that I don't see this"

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"Wow, she's actually good. No really good!" Calvin said becoming moving to the song.
Tessa sighed with relief, "I told you it would be fine".
"We need to sign her Grey", Calvin said sipping his beer.
"Yes you do", Candi agreed.

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"Hey! What are you doing here? You have a show in Vegas tomorrow", Grey reminded her.
"I know, but a friend of mine told me about this band you were signing. So I couldn't help it", Candi smirked.
"Well that's not the lead vocalist. But she's good, I'll give her that", Grey said sipping her whine.
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I sat up from the cold wood floor.
"What the hell happened?" I said looking around.
The last thing I could remember was speaking to Anthony and then..boom.
That bastard caught me off guard.
I could barely think with all the music pounding from upstairs...Music!

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Oh crap, the showcase has already started. What's going on?

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Am I late? Did they find a replacement or what?

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I moved through the crowd trying to see who was performing.
And without realizing it, I almost knocked Asia out of the way.
"Kyle? You're up pretty soon", Asia said reminding me my own defeat.
"What's going on?" I asked.
"Well we had to find someone to step in for you", Jenny said watching the performance.
"Who?" I asked looking forward.

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"Mimi?!" I blurted out.

"And you do your best to show me love
But you don't know what love is
So are you listening? So are you watching me?"

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"Hey isn't that your boy, Kyle?" asked Calvin pointing.
"Yes, I thought he was sick...Tessa?" Grey asked sharply looking at Tessa.
Tessa gulped, "He took some Vitamin C's?" Tessa baffled.

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"And I can't pretend that I don't see this
It's really not your fault
When no one cares to talk about it
To talk about it"

I was at last at the front of the crowd. Wow.
Mimi's voice, it was really good. But why is it just now that I'm finding out about this?
It's not like she kept it from me, but how can you hide something so unique?

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"These scars, they will not fade away
No one cares to talk about it, talk about it"

Her eyes locked onto mine as she continued the next verse.
I was nearly swayed be her voice until I looked past her.

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There he was, Anthony. Does he really think he can just punch me in the face and
that I'll just forget about it? Not to mention it makes me wonder why he did it.
Anthony is not the violent type and is the calmest dude I know.
Perhaps he thinks that I'm just using Mimi. Well I'm not!

"'Cause I've seen love die way too many times
When it deserved to be alive
I've seen you cry way too many times
When you deserve to be alive, alive"

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Exactly once Mimi finished the song, I walked up and shoved Anthony's face to the
point where he almost fell on the floor.
"Whoa, are they fighting?" someone asked.
"Think they are".

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"Seriously Kyle!?" Anthony shouted.
"Yeah, I'm fucking serious!" I said shoving him.
I'm getting sick and tired of everyone saying I'm not serious.
"You're not proving anything to her by doing this", Anthony said.
I'm guessing that he was referring to Mimi.
"No, you're just scared that I might actually be serious about her", I smirked.

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"Don't screw with me!" Anthony yelled taking me down to the ground.
I think I hit a pressure point. We started going at it, while everyone surrounded us.
Anthony ripped my shirt as I began to hit him.

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"I think there's something going on here that we don't know about", Calvin said looking at Tessa.
"He took too many Vitamin C's", Tessa said panicking.
"Tessa.." Grey grumbled.
"Yes ma'am", Tessa responded scarce.
"Get security", Grey grunted.
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"A fight! A bloody freaking fight!" Grey groaned throwing things on the floor in anger,
"Once you nitwits began fighting everyone forgot about the damn show! So please, tell
me how in the world this all started so that I don't rip up your contracts right now".

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Me and Anthony kept our mouths shut.
Neither of us wanted to speak around one another.
It's been a week since the showcase and we hadn't really hashed it out yet.
"I suggest you speak, one of you!" Grey yelled at us.
This woman is seriously scary when she's angry.

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"Look, it's my fault. I shouldn't have ignored the situation this long", Dylan said speaking first.
"Yeah, it's also mine. I betrayed my own friend, and we shouldn't have kept secrets from each other", said Flint.
Is this really how these two felt all along? Guilty?
"No, the one to blame is me. It all began with me. And if you wanna replace me I understand", I spoke.
Anthony sucked his teeth, "Please", he muttered.

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"All I wanted was an explanation. No one is getting replaced here, especially you pretty boy", said
Grey looking at me, "And besides, you four are actually too good to let go. Keith! Bring him in!"

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"Boys meet Eithen, your new bandmate", Grey pronounced.
"Say what?" asked Anthony.
"I'm confused", Flint said raising a brow.
I looked the beach blonde up and down. He's definitely the same age as us.
"What's going on here?" asked Dylan.

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"I think I should be the one asking those questions", said Eithen who finally spoke.
"We've got enough people, why do we need him?" I asked.
"Yeah Ms. Skylar, I thought I was suppose to be a solo artist", questioned Eithen

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Dylan banged his hands on Grey's desk, "What the flip is going on here?!" demanded Dylan.
He's got some balls. Even I wouldn't dare to touch that demons desk.
"What's going on you say? Well you see gentlemen, Rock..is dying", said Grey.
"That's not a good enough explanation!" Dylan lashed.
"Okay, then let me give you the rundown, deary. Since musical preferences change time after time.
Today, people mostly enjoy Pop, Hip-hop, R&B, Country, and then..there's Rock music, which
rarely tops the charts", explained Grey.

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"So are you saying you want us to do another genre?" asked Anthony.
"Yes! You are indeed the smart one", said Grey smiling.
"You want us to become a boy band. That's why you wanted to meet us", I said.
"Oh, another genius", Grey said.
"Ugh, ugh, no way lady. I am not going to be apart of some boy band", Dylan said disagreeing.
Dylan was right. I couldn't possibly imagine him in something such as this.
"If you don't do it, then none of them will. Do you really want to mess up your friend's future's?" Grey asked him.
"Dylan, let's talk", Flint said gesturing him to come over to the left.

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"Okay, look Dill. I know this isn't what you had planned, but who are we to go and decline
a recording contract? We are nobodies, that's who we are", said Flint being reasonable.
"Please tell me, you are not saying what I think you're saying" said Dylan.
"I am, you need to consider this", said Flint.

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"I can't believe you are saying this right now", said Dylan disappointed.
"Me, Asia, and even my own family need the money. Hell, even Anthony needs the money. He lives
in a cramped apartment right now. Kyle needs his for college too. So think about it", reasoned Flint.
"God, I never thought about it that way dude. God dammit, I really don't want to do this", Dylan said struggling.

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"Oh you're going to do it whether you like it or not!" Keith said storming in.

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"Keith Ledger?" said Dylan surprised he appeared.
"If you have a multimillion dollar contract in front of you offered by no other than that
witch over there, you fucking sign it kid", Keith said enraged.

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"But-" said Dylan.
"No buts, sign it right now before she changes her mind. Sure, what she says may piss
you off sometimes, but Grey knows what she's doing, she's a mastermind. And in a year, you'll have
millions of screaming fans and a boatload of cash", Keith continued.
Without a word Dylan began walking away.
"Dylan?" said Flint.

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"Are you done brainstorming?" Grey asked becoming impatient.
"I'll sign that contract and do the stupid boy band thing", Dylan bitterly said.
"What?!" said both me and Anthony.
"If Keith Ledger says it's a good idea, then I believe him", said Dylan.
"You heard him", said Flint happy.
"Well about time", said Eithen who was patiently waiting.

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"Well then from this day forward you five are a boy band. And do not fight ever again.
Welcome to Hit Music Records boys", Grey finished.
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"Ow, my stomach hurts", said Asia rubbing it.
"Is it the nasty lunch food?" asked Jenny worried.
"No, I think I ate too much of it", Asia giggled.
"What?" Jenny said disgusted.

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"Hey Dylan, I never said this yet but thanks for signing the contract", Flint happily said.
"Yeah, yeah, don't thank me yet. If there are any weird things they expect me to do,
you'll be doing them in my place!" said Dylan who was still upset about it.
"Fine with me", Flint smiled.
"Quit smiling, it makes me want to punch you!" Dylan ordered.

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"Hey Kyle, why don't you pull up a chair?" asked Flint as he saw me standing up.
"Let him stand", Anthony furiously said, still mad at me.
"No, don't worry about it. I'm going to Mr. Peters room anyways. I owe him my project", I said.
"Suit yourself", replied Dylan.

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"Are you mad at me too?! What about those three?!" I asked him.
"I don't know what you're talking about, pretty boy", Dylan pestered.
Everyone began laughing at his ridiculous humor and I couldn't help but join in.
"It's not my fault she's obsessed with me", I chuckled.
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I cut lunch early and began walking to Mr. Peter's class.
Man, I can't believe I forgot to do this stupid art project.
I became so wrapped up in music, Mimi, and Anthony, that I totally forgot about it.

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I stopped at the door and saw Mr. Peters on the phone.
Guess I'll wait then, I don't want to interfere with his conversation.
"Oh, it's you again" Mr. Peters said annoyed.
Who was he talking to? He doesn't sound happy to hear them.

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"Look agent...what's your name again?" lingered Mr. Peters, "Oh right, Chris. I can't help you anymore
than with the information I already gave to you. The car that hit Anthony's mother was a 2006 Audi A6.
And I know my cars dear sir", explained Mr. Peters.

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An 2006 Audi A6, wait a damn minute. I've seen that car from somewhere before.
But I can't put my finger on it. Where did I see it?

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That's right! It's the same car I saw in Taylor's garage.
Why the hell does Taylor have something like that sitting in her garage?
Or maybe she doesn't know it is. She never goes in her garage.
...Riley.
For some reason I had this ominous feeling that someone was watching me.

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Or maybe I'm just being paranoid.
But if Riley is the one who damaged that car, then that means that four-eyed, psycho killed Anthony's mom.
I knew he was diluted when I saw his photo album of Mimi, but this is way too far.
I need to tell Mr. Peters about this while he's still on the phone with that agent.

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"Hm, your actually making this more difficult for me Kyle", Riley said to himself.
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"Oh my god!..Riley you really scared me to death", Mimi said nearly jumping out of her boots.
"Sorry, I didn't mean to scare you", said apologetic Riley.
"What's up?" asked Mimi.
"I was wondering if you found a partner for the Math assignment-"

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"Yeah, she has", I said as I took hold of Mimi.
I could see from my locker as Riley approached her, so I couldn't leave her alone.
"Kyle?" Mimi questioned.

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"Oh, is that right Mimi?" Riley asked Mimi specifically.
He gazed at her in such a eerie way. This creep.
"Um yeah, that's right. Kyle asked me yesterday, sorry", she lied.
I think she was starting to understand how freakishly, weird this dude actually was.
From behind Riley, I could see Taylor staring me down with pure animosity.

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"What the hell is that freak doing?" Taylor asked.
"Who Kyle?" asked Sophie.
"No, my brother", she answered.
"Maybe he's finally asking Mimi out", Kimberly blurted out.
"Oh yeah, he does seem to have a crush on her", Savannah agreed.
"Him too?!" Taylor shrieked.

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"Sorry if I bothered you. Maybe next time we can partner up", Riley said walking away.
For some reason I felt Mimi's body tremble as Riley said that. Was she afraid of him?
"Okay", she replied.
"Is that Kyle catching onto me?" Riley thought to himself.
Once Riley walked away, Mimi shrugged my hand off her shoulder.

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"I don't want people getting the wrong idea", Mimi said walking away from me.
"By people, do you mean Anthony?" I asked bluntly.
She stopped walking, "Are you two still on bad terms?" she replied.
"Yeah, why?" I answered.

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"Kyle?" she said my name.
"What is it?", I said waiting anxiously.
"I don't know what to do with you anymore, either", Mimi said.
I stopped following her, letting her walk away.

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"No, you're just scared that I might actually be serious about her".
"Is he really...serious?" Anthony thought to himself
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Looks like someone's worried.
The band got their record deal, but will Dylan be okay with it?
Anthony finally found out! Will Kyle and Anthony remain friends?
Isn't Riley becoming creepier?
And will Kyle confess to the cops?

To Be Continued...

[pingpongpanda]

Happy Easter! :D

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Theme Song: Tenth Avenue North "By Your Side" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9A0irzN9hOk)

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Ding Dong

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Ding Dong

"Rosa! Get the door already!" shouted Taylor who was annoyed by the doorbell.
Ding Dong

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Taylor groaned, "What the hell is the point of having you here, if you do nothing?!"
She rustled out of her bed and walked out of her bedroom.

Ding Dong

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"Seriously, who is ringing our doorbell this late anyway?" Taylor asked herself.
She tried to look past the door, but could only see some strangers in dark clothing.

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"Mr. Lutz?" Taylor surprisingly said.
She was quite confused to see Mimi's dad on her doorstep. Taylor knew he was a fed
and all, but what reasons could he have to come here.
"If it's about Rosa, she's legal!", Taylor fearfully blurted out.
"Who?" Ruby asked perturbed.

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"Hey Missy, is your mother home?" Harry asked ignoring what Taylor had said.
"Um..no, why?" she replied dismayed.
"We just need to check your garage", Chris said anxiously.
"Okay?" Taylor questionably agreed.
She moved to the side, letting all three of them walk past her.
What's going on? she asked herself as she began to follow them.

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"It's not here sir", Ruby stated.
"We can see that Ruby", Chris said peeved.
"Well, so much for that", Harry said.
"Perhaps he moved it", Chris said hopeful.

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"What are you guys looking for?" Taylor asked.
"Just mind your business, we'll be out of your way very soon", Ruby replied.
"Actually, Ruby look around. Taylor, let us ask you a couple questions", Harry said.

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"Hm, these tools look like they were recently used", Ruby thought as she examined
the messy equipment, "Perhaps he fixed the car and then moved it somewhere else",
She tried to open the toolbox but it was locked, "Damn, this kid is pretty smart".

"Hey Taylor, where are the keys for this thing?" Ruby asked her.

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"I don't know", Taylor exclaimed, "I never go in here, I swear".
"How do you never go in your garage?" Chris asked annoyed.
"Rosa does everything and Riley likes play around in here", Taylor explained.
"Where is Riley? Harry asked.
"I don't know, me and Riley don't communicate at all anymore", Taylor answered.
"If he's not here, then let's check his room", Chris demanded.
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"This is getting pretty fishy don't you think?" Chris asked Harry.
"It is, but we don't have anything on him so far", Harry said opening his door.
"But he's not home out of all days of the week, when we arrive? It's as if
he expected us to show or something", Chris analyzed.
"Calm down, Chris", Harry said.

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Harry paused at the doorway, "What the?"

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"This room is extremely messy, I thought they had a maid", Harry said perplexed
by Riley's awfully, disorganized room.
Chris walked over to the bare wall, "Hm, this wall has pin holes in it. It looks
like something used to be hanging here", Chris examined.
"So far I'm finding this kid to be no suspect", Harry said.
"But sir-" said Chris.
"I want Riley and that other kid you talked to in for questioning tomorrow morning", Harry demanded
leaving the room.
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Flint happily snored loudly in his bed. His snores were so vulgar that anyone could mistake
him for a grizzly bear. How could Asia possibly put up with this awful habit?

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Flint began to toss and turn in the sheets uncomfortably.
He reached out his arms and laid them on top of Asia's long sleeve shirt.

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Flint yawned, "Asia, I thought you were wearing a tank top when you went to sleep".
Flint wrapped his arms around her, "Asia, did you lose weight?"
"Get off"
"Huh?" Flint said weary.
"Get off!" Dylan grumbled.

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Flint quickly jerked out of bed as he heard the sound of Dylan's voice.
"What the?" Flint said still tired.
"If you ever tell anyone about this, I will kill you", Dylan threatened.
"Why were you in my bed?!" Flint complained.

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"I came here to get you but I was still sleepy from waking up early and-"
"So you lay down in my bed?" Flint finished.
"Sorry, next time I'll sleep in the chair", said Dylan sarcastically.
"It's okay if you wanted to sleep with me, I won't judge you", Flint badgered.
"What?! I came here-" Dylan was cut off.

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"Blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah!" Flint babbled.
"...to celebrate your Birthday", Dylan quietly finished. Flint continued to ignore him.
"God, how can you have a kid if you act like one?!" Dylan yelled at him.
"What did you say?!" Flint responded.
"Nothing, get dressed already", Dylan said.
"Are you going to watch me do that too?" Flint bantered.
"I'm not gay, knock it off already before I really get mad", Dylan said furiously.
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I walked in the plain white room and saw the federal agent waiting for me.
"My name is agent Chris Farlind, have a seat kid", Chris said pointing to the chair across from him.
"Is there a reason I've been called down? I'm really busy today", I said grabbing the chair.

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Chris didn't reply, he stared deeply into my eyes and then slowly lifted up his hands.
"See this?" Chris asked raising his hands. I was confused and looked at him like he was crazy.
"I don't see anything", I replied.
"Exactly!" Chris shouted as he banged his hands on the table making me nearly
jump out of my seat.

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"We didn't find a single piece of evidence on that kid Riley you accused", Chris explained.
"Are you kidding? There was a banged up car in his garage", I said hitting my hands on the table.
"Nope, not even that. But from looking at the tools in his garage, that genius
must've fixed it", Chris informed me.
"That doesn't surprise me, Riley's no dimwit", I told him.

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"Look, isn't there anymore investigating you can do?" I asked.
I was worried. If Riley managed to fix his car and get it out of his garage just in the
neck of time, then he knew something was going to happen.
"No kid, I want to believe you but I can't without any hard evidence", Chris said.
"Can you please quit calling me kid? My name is Kyle" I insinuated.
"How's it going in there Ruby?"

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"I think Kyle Hammon is telling the truth, sir", Ruby replied.
"Oh really?" Harry questioned her once again.
"You mean to tell me that you didn't suspect how fishy Riley was earlier?" asked Ruby.
"Well...", said Harry as he became lost in thought.
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"So you're telling us the truth when you say you don't own any other vehicles,
Riley?" questioned Harry as he looked Riley firmly in the eyes.
"Yes sir, I swear we only have three cars. You can even ask my mother", Riley replied nervously.
"Hm..you can go home Riley", Harry said.
"So where are you hiding the car Riley?!..wait what?" Chris pronounced without realizing
even a single word Harry just said.

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"You're going to let this kid go?" Chris questioned Harry.
As Riley began to get out of his seat, Chris jerked his head and yammered, "Sit down!
We're not done with you just yet".
"Is there a problem, Farlind? Riley you can go", Harry said bewildered.
Riley started to get out his seat once more, "You're not going anywhere!
Sit down!" Chris shouted at Riley, frightening him.
"Chris, stand down! Riley, go home. Ignore my subordinate he's had a long night",
Harry said as he looked at Chris who was fuming.

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Once Riley exited the interrogation room, Chris began to vent his frustration.
"How could you just let him go like that?! Isn't it obvious that genius fixed the car?!"
"Do you have any evidence that he fixed a car he doesn't even possess?" Harry rolled his eyes.
"No-" Chris said as Harry cut him off.
"Then get some!" Harry earnestly said.
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"Look, I understand that you guys have absolutely no proof, but we can't just let that weirdo
continue to walk around freely", I said.
"And why not?" Chris asked.
"Because..he's a stalker", I answered bluntly.
"And just who is he stalking?" Chris asked once more.

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"A classmate of mine, Mia Lutz", I told him.
As Harry began to walk out of the room he was frozen by the sound of his daughter's name
being announced. "Is this boy serious?" Harry thought.

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"I hope you realize what you are saying Kyle, because this is very serious", Chris said.
"I am being serious! I found tons of photos of her mounted on his wall!" I badgered.
"We checked Riley's room there were no photos", Chris told me.
"He obviously stashed them away!" I shouted getting annoyed.
"I understand your frustration believe me, but calm down", Chris said trying to repose me.
The door slammed open as a man came shouting, "Are you sure that's what you saw?!"
the man exceedingly questioned.

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I looked at his frightened face, then realized his hair, eyes, and skin complexion were very
similar to Mimi's.
"Are you her dad?" I asked him.

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"Yes, now tell every little thing you know about Riley and we'll make our move from there", he exclaimed.
I think this case just became even more urgent than before.
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"You two are surprisingly quiet", Anthony said perplexed.
I was pretty surprised myself, usually Dylan and Flint yammer nonstop.
"Well that's because...never mind forget it!" Flint fumed.
What's wrong with these two weirdos? Hell, if they weren't here me and Anthony would
act estranged towards each other. Ever since our gig he hasn't even acknowledged my
presence. But it is all my fault, I should've seen this coming sooner or later.
The silence was awkward so I decided to finally speak, "So, where do you want to stop at it first Flint?"

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"I don't know. Why did you guys bring me to the mall? You know I'm an awful shopper", Flint explained.
He was right, he was an awful shopper; he'd buy things that were overpriced or not even on sale.
"Well, er..we were coming anyway and we couldn't just leave you out. Besides, Anthony really wanted
this brand new video game", Dylan lied terribly.
"I did?" Anthony said puzzled, then Dylan turned around and glared at him, "Oh right I did!" Anthony
said going along with it.
"Oh cool, I get it now", Flint accepted gullible as ever.

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"Oh and after this we should go catch that new action flick with Vin Diesel! Is that okay Flint?" Dylan said excited.
"Dylan, he stopped walking since back there", I pointed in the direction and told him.
"Why didn't you guys say anything?!" Dylan asked.
"Because I thought we were headed for the game store", Anthony assumed.
"That was just to get him off our backs about bringing him here", Dylan explained.

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We turned around to join up with Flint and caught him staring at sale sign that was posted
up in front of the jewelery store.
"What do you want some new jewelry?" I asked Flint.
He didn't answer and just continued to examine the sign.
"I didn't know you into expensive jewelry, Flint", Anthony said.
I've never seen Flint so fixated on something before, I guess he really wanted some.
"I'm want to check it out", Flint finally spoke as he walked inside the store and followed him.

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The store was beaming bright, perhaps it just the shiny jewelry behind the counters.
I never really was the type to shop in these kinds of stores, the last time I was in a jewelry
store was when my dad needed my opinion on an anniversary gift for my mom.
"Hello young man, do you some help finding something?" the amiable, clerk behind the counter asked.
"No, I'm just looking", Flint answered.

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Flint continued to walk down counter by counter looking at the jewelry.
I was pretty confused at what exactly he was looking for. I watched as he walked
and then jerked towards something I think had finally caught his eye. Wait a minute
isn't that a-?
"Can I look at that one?" Flint asked pointing at it.
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"That damn boy, first he gets her pregnant then wants to join a boy band,
what the hell is next?" Jeff irritably thought as he hammered the nail onto the broken door.
Jeff paused and took a deep breathe, "What would my father do?...Oh yeah, my father would
definitely have a stroke after the pregnant part and then another stroke after the boy band part".

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I whispered into Jenny's ear, "Is it me or is Flint's dad actually hot?"
"Mmm, it's definitely not just you", Jenny replied staring at Flint's dad as he was fixing the barn door.

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"I mean I'm happy to be a grandfather but I'm not happy that same thing that happened to me
is happening to my son", Jeff thought.
Jeff wiggled the door roughly, then opened and closed it.
"There, I think that's fixed. Now to feed the horses and I'm done", he said as he put down the hammer.

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"Oh! He's moving", Jenny said nearly jumping out her seat.
"I think he's done fixing it", I groaned.
I think were enjoying this a little too much.

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We continued gleaming at Flint's dad as he walked across the to horse shed.
But unexpectedly a large ball deflected our line of sight.
"Whoa! It's Mars", Jenny said bouncing back.
"I'm going to pretend like I didn't just here that. And what are you guys doing?
Did you forget about helping me?!" Asia briskly said.
"Hehe, sorry?" I said. I had totally forgot about the work we were doing.

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"Sorry?! We have an hour left before they get back!" Asia wailed.
"Whoa! Okay, calm down A! We'll get started again just calm down", Jenny trying to compose Asia.
"Yeah it's not good to be stressed. Why don't sit down while we do the rest?" I said worried.
"I will definitely not sit down!" Asia said walking away.

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"Okay then don't sit down, just don't overwork yourself", Jenny said.
"Fine, but we need to hurry up and finish", Asia spouted.
"I didn't know being pregnant makes you this emotional", I said teasing her.
"What are you talking about?" Asia asked confused, "I just want everything to go as planned".
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I slowed down in front of Flint's driveway, "Hm, why is my dad's Buick lying outside the barn?" Flint asked.
He severely looked at the direction of barn.
"He probably forgot to park it back inside, I'll go put it back", Flint said.
"Wait! You don't want to do that!" Anthony shouted.
Anthony you idiot, you're going to blow our cover shouting like that.
But then again we can't just let Flint drive inside the barn and run everyone over.
"And why not?" Flint questioned.

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"Because maybe he left it outside for a reason", I explained to him.
"Oh, you're probably right. I should look inside first", Flint said opening the door.
"We'll come with you", I said.
"That's unnecessary", Flint replied.

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"Hey did you hear that?!" Jenny jumped at the sound of a car door.
"Oh yeah I did", Asia replied.
"They're here", said Mimi who had just peeked outside.

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"Oh right everyone quickly turn off the lights!" Jamie shrieked.

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"You guys really didn't need to walk up here with me, I think I can park a car without the help
of three people", Flint said trying to brush us off.
"Yeah but...we're bored", Anthony lied.
"That bored huh?" Flint questioned.
"Why didn't you come up with a better lie you dumbass!" Dylan whispered to me.
"I'm the dumbass?! You didn't even say anything back there!" I whispered.
"Shut up, I was thinking!" Dylan muttered.
"Hey, what's that?" Flint asked.
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As we walked up in front of the barn the light switch came on and fireworks began to
dance in the air.
"Surprise!" everyone said jumping out from the tables and chairs.
"Wh-what?" Flint was speechless.
"That actually kinda scared me", Dylan said trying to catch his breathe.
"Happy Birthday Noah!"
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"Make a wish", Asia said.
"Hm, what should I wish for? I have everything I need", Flint pondered.
"Come on dude, you don't want to melt the cake", I said watching the candles get smaller and smaller.
"Oh! I know!" Flint randomly shouted.

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"I love this song!" Mimi shrieked.
"I'm guessing you want to keep dancing?" said Jenny as she continued to dance with Mimi.

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"Can one of you please date that girl, so that I can actually get to dance with my girlfriend", Dylan bitterly said.
"Dylan", Flint murmured.
I can see why Flint said his name, this subject was still touchy between me and Anthony.
"If only it were that simple", I said.
"You just had to bring that up", Anthony said still mad.
"Please, it's not like you two forgot", Dylan said.
He was right, the fight we both had was indeed unforgettable.

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"Well it doesn't mean I want you to remind me about it", Anthony said.
"Oh quit crying, I was only kidding", Dylan said to the grumpy Anthony across from me.
I ignored the conversation because I didn't want there to be any trouble tonight, especially
since it was Flint's birthday party.

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I decided to change the subject, "Hey Flint, was that ring you bought for you-know-who?"
Anthony and Dylan dropped their conversation and turned towards Flint, gleaming at him
and waiting for his reply.
"Way to put me on the spot Kyle", Flint nervously said and then turned to look at Asia.

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Asia was over there having a blast dancing with Flint's little sister, Kansas.

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"So you're going to propose?" I asked Flint.
"What right now?!" Flint said as he started getting more nervous.
"Quit trying to force him out of your own enjoyment, Kyle", Anthony said.
"I'd actually like to see this", Dylan said interested.

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"Well look, I'm not trying to force you but you did buy an engagement ring", I reminded him.
"Yeah, because I thought it would cheer Asia up, she seems down lately. But don't get me wrong!
I love her but I don't think she would want to get married right now", Flint rambled.
"Don't knock until you try, use the damn ring", Dylan encouraged him.
"You two are awful", Anthony sighed.
"Are you guys serious? You think I should ask?" Flint wondered.
"Yes!" said both me and Dylan in sync.

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"Well I don't know about you guys but I'm going to go dance with Jenny now", Dylan said getting up.
"Yeah, me too. I mean not with Jenny but Asia", Flint said as he got up too.
Were these two seriously going to leave me alone with Anthony of all people
right now?


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"I hope you don't mind that I steal her from you, Mimi", Dylan said as he swooped in.
"Oh no it's fine, I think I've danced enough for tonight", Mimi said.

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"May I have this dance?" Flint asked Asia.
"Why yes you may", Asia replied, "Thank you for dancing with me Kansas, I had fun".
"Aw, and I was having fun, way to ruin it, Flint!" Kansas said storming off.

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"Wow, she has a short temper", Asia said taking Flint's hand.
"You'll get used to it", Flint explained grinning.
"Why are you looking at me like that?" Asia laughed.
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Mimi walked past our table trying hard not to look in our direction.
"Don't even think about it", Anthony said.
"What?" I asked confused. What the hell did I do?
"Her", he said.

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"I wasn't-"
"Don't you think you've lied enough already?", Anthony said.
Okay fine I lied, so what? It's not like you're not going to stay mad at me.
"How long are you going to stay mad at me?" I asked him.
"Depends", he paused, "Are you going to give up on her?" he asked.
"Are you serious?" I asked looking him in the eyes.
He didn't answer me, he just sat there and smiled.

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I angrily got up from the table and began shuffling away.
"Are you going after her?" Anthony asked.
"No. Am I not allowed to use the bathroom?" I answered.
I can't believe he was actually being serious about what he just said just now.

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"The question is..are you serious?" Anthony sighed, "I'm pathetic".
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When I had finished using the bathroom and was returning to the barn, I had caught Mimi who was
canoodling with the horses. I watched as she became amused by the horses, laughing.
That smile, that gracious smile is the reason why...why I cannot give up, Anthony.
"Hm, so she likes horses", a voice said from behind me.

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I turned around, "Anthony?"
"I thought you said you were using the bathroom?", Anthony said annoyed.
Did he come looking for me?
"So this is where you actually went", he assumed.
"No, I actually did use the-"
"Don't lie to me anymore!" Anthony clamored.
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I turned my back towards the sudden holler I heard coming from the barn.
Kyle and Anthony? What the heck is going on over there?
Just from my point of view, I thought that they were probably talking.
At least that what was I thought until they began shove one another.

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"Hey!" I shouted at them but I don't think they heard me so I shouted again, "Hey!"
"Dude I told you already!-" Kyle angrily said.
"Whatever you damn liar!" Anthony said shoving Kyle into the barn wall.

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"Oh my god! What are you guys doing?!" I said getting agitated.
Neither of them answered me, just stood there looking at each other.
"Look, Flint's party is going on right now. So whatever this is about, please don't
let it get in the way of the party", I explained.

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They remained silent until finally one spoke, "Pick one", Anthony said.
I looked at Anthony confused, "Excuse me?"
"You need to pick one of us. Just who do you like better, Mimi? The guy you've had a crush
on since middle school or some jerk who claims he'll take you seriously", Anthony analyzed.

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Kyle gritted his teeth at Anthony, "Yeah, who do you like better? The guy who has actually known you
for so long or the guy that just realized you even existed?"
"Shut up, you don't even care about her!" Anthony said.

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"Oh really? Coming from the guy that didn't even know her-"
"Well I know her now, don't I?!" Anthony said.
"That doesn't change a thing", Kyle said.
"Who's to say that you've changed?" Anthony asked.
"All I need is for her to realize that I have", Kyle answered.

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They both turned their heads towards me, "Mimi, pick one!"
"I..I..ugh.." I muttered.
Truth was that I was speechless, I didn't know how to respond.

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I had the guy I've been dreaming about since middle school actually admitting he likes me.
And then, the guy I've began to fall for but can't really trust declaring he's serious.
Someone, please help me.
Suddenly a loud shriek came from inside the barn, "Oh my god!"

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"What was that?" Anthony asked.
"I don't know, Jenny?", Kyle answered.
"Oh no, is it the baby?!" I said frightened.
We all quickly ran inside to find out what was going on.

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"Um..I have obviously never done this before, so go easy on me", Flint said flustered.
"Flint?" Asia said his name perplexed.

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"Asia Cheng, I know it's only been half a year since we first met each other. But I when I think back
to all the fun times we've had together, it feels like so much more time has actually passed.
Sure, you're my first kiss, my first love, and my first girlfriend but I don't care because I love you and
I want to spend the rest of my life with you, so", Flint reached for his pocket.

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"Is th-that?" Asia stuttered as she looked at the shiny object that wavered in Flint's hands.
"Will you marry me?" Flint finally pronounced.
Flint's heart began to pound faster and faster as he awaited Asia's response.
"Wow", Asia said as her eyes gleamed at the diamond ring.

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Asia took the ring and slipped it on her ring finger.
"Of course I'll marry you!" Asia screamed.
Flint sighed and relaxed as he got up to hug to his fiancee' overwhelmed with joy.
Everyone began to clap their hands and say congratulations.
"Wow, she actually said yes", Dylan said amazed.

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"Does that mean I can be the flower girl?" Kansas presumed.
"Yes! A wedding, I hope she doesn't mind if I'm the wedding planner", Jamie joyfully said.
"I think I'm going to have a stroke", Jeff muttered trying not to boil with rage.
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Gavin Peters whistled as he walked towards his bathroom counter.

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He looked in the mirror and touched his face, "Hm, my face feels a tad oily", Gavin said.
"Oh well there's nothing a good old face wash can't fix".

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Gavin hummed as he massaged his face with facial wash.
But then for some reason the lights in the bathroom began to flicker on and off until they finally
went out, "Aw, what the bloody hell?! Again with the power outages?" Gavin said irritably.
He quickly rinsed the wash off his face and sat up from the sink.

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Startled when once he opened his eyes, he had realized the black figure that was standing
behind him was not a shadow, but someone in a full out black suit, wearing a ski mask.
"Wha-?! Who the hell are you?!" Gavin said frightened.
The person didn't reply.
"Wait" Gavin paused, "Is that you Ril-"
The mysterious person bashed Gavin's head in with his own fist, making him unconscious.

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"Wait you want to do what?" I asked in dismay.

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"I said that I want to sign you", Grey answered.

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"Wow, you're British I didn't know that", I randomly spouted.
"Is that a problem?" Grey said as if she were offended.
"Ugh no ma'am, sorry. It's just that I didn't expect someone like you to be in charge
of a Record Company. Okay, that just sounded even more offending, sorry", I rambled.
For some reason this woman's presence just makes me feel so irrational.

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"Oh..yeeah, I understand. But would you be interested in a music career?" Grey asked once again.
Wow, I can't believe this is actually happening. I'm being offered to become a full-time
musical sensation under the popular Hit Music Records Company. The same company that
has my all-time favorite popstar Candi signed with them as well. But..there's just no way,
no way that mom would like it if I quit ballet for this. She'd be against it.
I looked at the wall clock and saw the time.

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"I'm sorry but I can't accept, my mom would say no! And I'm late, I've got to go bye!" I said running.
"I knew you'd say ye...wait what?!" Grey shouted.
Before she could even reply I was out of the door.

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"Hmph! She'll be back, they always come back. No one denies Grey Skylar", Grey said to herself.
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"Oh wow! You look amazing Asia!" Jenny happily said.

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"Hm.....", Asia stared herself in the mirror once more.

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"Really? You don't think the tiara is too much?" Asia asked facing Jenny.
"Um, no I think-"
"What about the girdle? Is the girdle recognizable?" Asia asked self-conscious.
"No, I can't even tell that you're pregnant", Jenny said truthfully.

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"Oh my! You girls look beautiful, I knew cream was a good color", Jamie beamed.
"Thanks", Jenny said trying to smile, "Even though no one had any part in the wedding planning", she thought.
"Hey, where's Mia?" Jamie asked.
"She's in the bathroom, I'll get her", Jenny explained.
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It's been weeks and I can't stop thinking about it. About the time at Flint's party when Anthony and
Kyle kept going at each others' throats, all because of me. Their years of friendship is ruined because
of me. And now they want me to choose between the two of them.
How can I do that if one won't like the choice I make?

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Jenny walked up and knocked on the door, " Mimi, you've been in there forever come on out already".

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"Sorry, I didn't realize how long it's been", I said.
"Are you okay in there?" Jenny asked worried.
"Yeah I'm fine, I'm coming", I replied.
There's no way I am fine, this decision is killing me.
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"Look dude, I know I told you to propose to her, but I didn't think I'd end up wearing an ugly ass suit", Dylan complained.
"Tell me about it. I think my mom had too much fun planning this whole thing", Flint said.
"Well you look like a buttercup in it, I look like a total idiot", Dylan said.
"Thanks", Noah groaned.
"That was a compliment", Dylan assured him.

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"And hey you, pretty boy. How long are you going stare yourself in the mirror?" asked Dylan.
"What? Do you want me to give this to you so you can see how stupid you look or something?" Kyle laughed.
"I'm going to knock that look off your face", Dylan threatened.

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Someone knocked on the door, "Come in", said Flint.
Jeff walked in, "Hey boys, come outside already we're about to begin".
They stared on what was on Jeff's head, "What?"
"You're not seriously going to wear that are you?" Anthony questioned.
"Yeah why?" Jeff said.
"I think I'm going to die of laughter", Dylan chuckled.

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"I may have let that woman plan the wedding, but the hat stays," grunted Jeff,
"Now hurry up and get your asses outside before I kick them out there!"
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"I'm going to go make sure everyone's ready", Jamie said walking out the door.
"Okay, I'll be downstairs in a few", Asia said still prepping in the mirror.
Once Flint's mother had left the room, Asia could hear footsteps that became
louder and louder.

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"Back already Mrs. Flint", Asia asked curiously. She had only left the bedroom a few seconds ago.
"Asia!" yelled Aito, Asia's little brother.
"Huh?" Asia turned around with a surprised face.

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"Aito!" Asia wailed and she hugged her brother, "What are you doing here?"
It had been a while since she last saw her brother. Ever since she had left and moved
out of her home.
"Asia", Aito gasped, "You're crushing me!"
"Oh! Sorry. But really, what are you doing here?" Asia asked once again.

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"Well-" Aito said.
"Knock, knock. We brought a present", Toni smiled as he knocked on the door.
"Toni? Mom?" Asia dazed, "Am I dreaming right now?"
"So this is where you've been staying", said Stacy as she looked at the old-fashioned bedroom.

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"Mom", Asia cried as she hugged her mother tightly.
"Now, now Asia, don't mess up your pretty make up", Stacy said wiping her tears.
"Come on Aito, let's give these two some space", said Toni.
"Okay".

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"Wh-what are you doing here?" Asia asked.
"What do you mean? I wasn't going to miss daughter's wedding day. That's what every
mother wishes to see", Stacy replied.
"No, I mean wouldn't dad be upset?" Asia worried.

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"What?" Stacy laughed, "Don't worry about him. Your father is certainly the most stubborn person
I have ever met. But you want to know something?"
"What?" Asia curiously asked.
"He loves you, he just has a tough way of showing it", Stacy explained.
"By kicking me out?" Asia grunted.
"I know you may see that as him being angry at you, Asia. But he's actually just angry at himself
right now", said Stacy.

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"I'm such a bad daughter", Asia busted into tears.
"Hey! No more crying. I didn't raise crybabies", said Stacy.
"Sorry", Asia sniffed.
"Let's just quickly fix your make-up", said Stacy pulling back Asia's veil.
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"Wow, I can't believe I am sitting next to Keith Ledger. What the hell are you doing at this wedding?" asked Toni.
Keith laughed, "I'm not the wedding singer if that's what you're thinking. My daughter is in the wedding, that's all".

"I wonder what's going on in there. I spent a weeks straight making those dresses. Don't
tell me there's a wardrobe malfunction. Should I go check things out?" Naomi nervously thought.

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Naomi looked to her left side as she heard grass being crunched.
Naomi smiled at her as she sat down in the empty seat.

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"Well, what do you know", Naomi smirked.
Samantha smiled back, "Is this a wedding or a high school reunion?"
"How have you been?" asked Naomi.
"Good, you?" Samantha replied.
"Good".
"What are you doing here by the way?" Samantha asked.
"Well you know how Jamie can be. She called me so excited about the wedding and
asked if I could design the dresses. I couldn't say no", Naomi sighed.

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"I never imagined the day that I would actually get a chance to use my ministry license", said Coach Durham.
"Thanks for agreeing to do this for free, Coach", Flint happily said.
"Don't thank me yet, you knuckleheads just better do better in next years' playoffs", said Durham
"Um..coach I don't know we'll have time for sports next year with the music thing and stuff", Anthony informed him.
"What? I don't think I heard you", said Durham who pretended not to listen.
"Oh nothing", said Anthony.

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Kyle looked over at Anthony who was looking down at his bow tie.
Kyle smiled, "Fixing your bow tie?..Or..are you perhaps nervous?" Kyle teased.
"Shut up. You should be the one who's nervous", Anthony earnestly said.
"Guess we'll see about that", said Kyle.

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Flint repeatedly tapped his index finger on his thigh impatiently.
"Calm down Flint", said Durham who was watching him.
"Who's nervous?! I'm calm", Flint exhaled.
"She couldn't run away even if she tried, so stay calm", said Durham.
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"Oh! There she is", Jamie said excited.
"Are you ready?" Stacy asked.
"Yes, I am finally ready", Asia smiled.
"Let's just hurry up and get this wedding over with. I want to get out of this ridiculous suit", Jeff thought.

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"So Asia, there was something I wanted to ask you since your mother actually came", said Jamie.
"Yes?" Asia asked.
"Since your mother is here, would you like her to walk you down the aisle or do you want still
want my husband, Jeff to?" asked Jamie.
"Well..um..I don't want you to do anything you don't want to mom", Asia said timid.
"Say yes, say yes, say yes", Jeff thought as he kept hoping.

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"What? Don't be silly. I would love to walk my beautiful daughter down the aisle", Stacy said gleaming.
"Yes!" Jeff thought.
"Aw, what a lovely moment. Jeff go get the camera", Jamie nearly cried.
"Okay and thank you for volunteering though, Mr. Flint", Asia thankfully said.
"No biggie", Jeff said relieved, who wanted nothing to do with this wedding,
"I just want to sip a beer already".
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"So how are Michael and the kids doing?" Naomi asked, trying to start a conversation.
"Well you know how Michael loves to work hard. My son, Kyle is actually one of the groomsmen
over there. See?" Samantha pointed.
"Oh wow, he's certainly grown into a handsome boy", Naomi commented, "He looks almost like Michael".
Samantha laughed, "Yes he does, my daughter takes after me".
"These two are chatting quite casually for people that hated each other in high school", thought Keith.

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Samantha stared down at Naomi's belly,"Hm?"
"What is it?" Naomi asked confused.
"Oh nothing, I just assumed you were pregnant since you and Harry keep popping them out", Samantha giggled.
"Well what can I say? I love having children", Naomi grinned, "And surprisingly, I don't receive things like stretch marks afterwards".

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The appalled look in Samantha's face was obvious as she tried hard to hide it.
"Yes I guess you're right, but at least I can say my boobs didn't become saggy", Samantha ridiculed.
"Excuse me, but what?! Do you not remember your nickname in middle school?" Naomi snickered,
"Saggy Sammy".
"What?! Oh whatever Nasty Naomi, the girl who itched her butt in front of everyone!" Samantha hollered.
"For the last time! It was the fabric of spandex under the cheer uniform!" Naomi explained.
"What does that have to do with anything!" Samantha asked.
"Never mind, these two are still the same as ever even after 20 years", Keith thought.
"I have sensitive skin!"
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Kyle. You let me down so many times, but for some reason you have something about you that just draws me back to you.
Anthony. I know nothing about you really and yet I've liked you ever since that day in middle
school. That day is the reason that I still have this hold on you.
The both of you have been friends before you ever met me and now you're like sworn enemies.
How can I possibly come between such a bond?
"Mimi?"
How can I choose without hurting one?
"Mimi!"

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"Huh?!" I awoke from my train of thought.
"What's wrong with you? You were spacing out on me", Jenny said.
"Oh sorry, I'm just a little tired since I had that unexpected appointment earlier", I lied.
"Oh yeah, you did go and meet that Skylar lady", Jenny said remembering.

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"So is she as scary as everyone had described her?" Jenny laughed as she asked.
"Oh...Oh..yeah, she's got a pretty sharp gaze that just makes you want to stop talking", I told her.
"That bad, huh? My dad talks to her on the phone like they are best buddies", Jenny said.
"I can't imagine", I said. I really couldn't imagine that woman really having any friends.

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"Okay girls, let's get this wedding started. Start walking out after two minutes", Jamie ordered us.
"Finally", Jenny exhaled.
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Finally, the wedding was beginning and right after me and Jenny, Asia will walk down this very aisle.
I just hope she's still not as nervous as she was earlier or people will worry.
I walked down the aisle as I saw everyone chattering and then immediately stop once we appeared.
They all turned their heads towards the aisle watching, and waiting for the main edition.

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Keith rubbed his eyes and then looked at his daughter's back, "Nice tat-, I mean! Does your
mother know about that tattoo, Jenny?!"
"She doesn't know about your smoking either", Jenny threatened.
"Fair enough", Keith groaned at his defeat.

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"I'll hep you down the stairs, I would hate it if you ripped your dress", Stacy said.
"Thanks mom".

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"Dude, are you okay?" asked Anthony worried.
"Yeah, I'm fine..I am cool", Flint lied.
"Really? Cause from here it looks like your face is melting", said Anthony.
"Crap, does it really? She's not going to want to kiss my sweaty face", Flint feared.
"Hey Flint, you should look forward", grinned Kyle.
"Huh? Why?" Flint asked as he turned his head.

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"Whoa", gasped Flint as he melted even more at the sight of his alluring bride.

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"Is it me? Or is everyone staring?" Asia asked alarmed.
"Of course, you're the bride", Stacy giggled, "Don't look but I think you're grandmother shed a tear".
"Mom", Asia laughed.
"After knowing that woman for so long, I didn't think she had a heart until now", Stacy continued to giggle.

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Asia had finally reached the end of the aisle as Flint took hold of her hand.
"Wow Asia, you look so beautiful", Flint said as he stared at her.
"Stop staring at me, it's embarrassing", Asia blushed.
"Now Noah, make sure you take care of my wonderful daughter", Stacy filed.
"Yes ma'am, I swear!" Flint promised as he took both of Asia's hands.

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"We are gathered here today in the face of this company, to join together Noah Fabian Flint and Asia Cheng in matrimony", spoke Coach Durham.
I looked at everyone in the audience as their eyes were glued on the bride and groom.
This was my first time attending a wedding. And I'm glad that my first time being apart of one,
was this one specifically. Flint and Asia are so young to get married, but they love each other
and that's all that matters. And they're willing to prove it by surviving the ups and downs of marriage.

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"Noah Fabian Flint, do you take Asia Cheng for your lawful wedded wife, to live in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love, honor, comfort, and cherish her from this day forward, forsaking all others, keeping only unto her for as long as you both shall live?" Durham asked him.
Without a doubt Flint quickly replied, "I do".

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"Asia Cheng, do you take Noah Fabian Flint for your lawful wedded husband, to live in the holy estate of matrimony? Will you love, honor, comfort, and cherish him from this day forward, forsaking all others, keeping only unto him for as long as you both shall live?" asked Durham.
Flint gulped as he waited on her reply.
"I do", Asia replied.

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"I won't cry, I won't cry, I won't cry", Jeff repeated in his head.

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Jamie chuckled, "Dear, is that a tear I just saw fall form your eyes?"
"Shut up", Jeff turned his head away, "I would never cry for my silly son".
"It's only natural that you would want to cry-", Jamie consoled.
"Jamie, for the last time no one is crying", Jeff abruptly replied.

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"May the bride and groom now exchange their rings", Durham directed.
Anthony handed the ring over to Flint as he reached for it. Flint slowly slipped the ring
on Asia's small, ringer finger. Asia then reached out to Jenny who was giving her the ring.
Asia smiled wide as she put the ring on Flint's sweaty, trembling finger.
"You may now seal the promises you have made with each other with a kiss", said Durham.

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Flint wrapped his arms around Asia and she around his, as they both pressed their lips together.
"Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you the loving couple Mr. and Mrs. Flint", Durham finished.
Everyone stood up from their seats as they began to clap in a form of congratulations.
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Flint sighed deeply, "I thought I was going to faint".
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"Noah, as my son I'd like to say that I am proud to be your mother. I wish both you and Asia
the best of happiness and a wonderful future. Oh! And I'm looking forward to becoming a grandparent", Jamie announced.

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"I'd also like to say something to Noah", Jeff added, "Noah you are a dumbass".
Everyone's eyes widen as they listened to Jeff's toast.
"But, you are my dumbass son and I love you very much. Make sure that if it's a boy that
he plays football and doesn't pick up after you. And Asia, please take care of Noah.
He's still got some more growing up to do and I hope you can help him mature", Jeff finished with a smirk.

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"That was some tough love", Anthony commented.
"Yeah, I just hope the weddings stop here for you guys. Remember, your all in a boy band now", Keith said.
"I'm still grasping the concept of that", Anthony said a little confused at the thought.
"Girls and even women go crazy for pretty faces like yours. If you're all married away,
it will only be a letdown to the fans you guys develop over time", Keith explained.
"I see...then what about girlfriends?" asked Anthony curious.
"Girlfriends huh?" Keith pondered.
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"I didn't expect to see some of my old troublesome students", said Durham.
"You're still alive?" Samantha asked confounded.
"I have a good heart and pair of lungs unlike someone at this table", said Durham as he looked at Keith.
"Get a divorce, retire from your favorite job, have a pair of rebellious teenaged girls; and you'll be in the
same position I am right now", Keith explained with his cigarette in his hand.
"Thanks for the advice", said both Samantha and Naomi.

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"Hello", Dylan said through the microphone. No one paid him any attention because they were too
busy filling their stomachs with the catered food and chatting away.
"Hey idiots, I'm speaking so shut up!" Dylan demanded.
Everyone look at the rude boy in silence.
"Alright, thanks for giving me your absolute attention. I'd like to call the bride and groom to the
dance floor to have their first dance. Now get over here Asia and Flint!" called out Dylan.

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"Wow Noah, your palms are sweaty", Asia said surprised.
"Sorry, I was pretty nervous earlier...and still kinda am", said Flint.
Asia laughed, "It's okay".

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"And I said I wouldn't cry", wailed Jeff with the almost empty beer bottle in his hand.
"How many beers did you have? You know your an emotional drinker", Jamie reminded him.
"Shut up! Can't you see I'm having a moment for my stupid son", Jeff bawled.
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I sat on the empty bench in the garden alone. I needed to get away from everyone and take sometime
to think about the actions I should take. I know Kyle and Anthony were expecting their answer from
me today. I could see it in their eyes that they wanted me to tell them.
The problem is, I just don't know what to tell them.
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I watched as Flint and Asia happily danced with each other. I wasn't expecting this. I didn't expect this.
Flint married before any of us, unbelievable. I guess love is possible to anyone after all, even myself.
I'm just having a hard time convincing everyone that I am back to my old self. The Kyle who took
people seriously, girls seriously. I didn't start out as a bad seed. Someone made me a bad seed.
That person...made me that way.

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"Gosh, even the kids are dancing! And I'm the one left standing here alone?!", I thought.

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"Kyle makes such a cute face when he's mad. And Anthony makes such cute face when he's
serious. Oh my god, what's wrong with me? Now I'm trying to decide by their looks.
That would be low of me to do. I hate this. Why is it so hard?" Mimi thought vigorously.
"So this is where you disappeared off to".

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Anthony took a seat next to her, "What's up with that face? Is it because I found you?"
"Oh no, it's not that. It's just that. That you want my answer don't you?" Mimi asked petrified.
"Whoa cool it! I want to hear it, but you don't have worry about it at a time like this", Anthony said.

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"Oh...thank god", Mimi breathed.
"Is it that hard?" asked Anthony.
"Actually..yeah it is", Mimi answered with her head down.
"I thought since she knew about Kyle's playful ways this would be an easy decision", thought Anthony.
"So, this is where you guys disappeared to", I said.

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"Kyle?" said Mimi as she quickly lifted her head up at me.
"Am I interrupting something here?" I asked annoyed.
What the hell was Anthony doing here alone, with Mimi?
"Why are you getting angry? It's not like you didn't already pull this move on me", Anthony said getting up.
"Why am I angry?" I muttered.
"Yes Kyle, why?" Anthony questioned again. I think I'm done being Mr. Nice Guy.

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"I'm angry because you're alone with her! Dammit Anthony! Are you really going to make me
blurt out how I truly feel about this girl in front of you?!" I said shaking him like a rag doll.
"Go ahead tell me! I want to hear it!" Anthony begged.
Anthony? Just what are you trying to do? I don't understand.
"Stop it! Just Stop it!" Mimi said getting out of her seat running in between the both of us.

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"Kyle..Anthony", Mimi spoke our names.
"Yes", we said in sync.
"I choose neither of you", said Mimi.
Her words just pierced through my heart like sharp knives.
"It's okay Mimi, I understand...but Kyle. What were you going to say?" Anthony asked.

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There's was no way I could say it now after such a rejection.
I sighed, "That all depends, if Mimi is sure about her decision", I looked at her.
She didn't turn her head in my direction one bit.
"Mimi, if you don't look at me..I will walk away and give up on you", I warned her.
She didn't move, just stood there frozen like an icicle, "Kyle", said Anthony full of remorse.

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I turned my back on them and began to shuffle away, "It's fine", I said aggravated.
I don't know what hurt more. The rejection or the fact she ignored my presence.
That certainly pissed me off. But...

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But what I wanted to say..what I wanted to say was, "I love her".

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"Looks like...he failed", sighed Anthony disappointed.
"What?" Mimi asked confused, "Why do you sound so disappointed?"
"I was testing that sleazeball of a friend", said Anthony bothered.

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"What?!" Mimi shouted.
"Keep your voice down", Anthony hushed her, "Look don't get me wrong Mimi, I truly do like you but
it's pretty clear that you like Kyle more than you do me. I knew that in your heart you wanted to
pick him over me, but you didn't want to ruin our friendship. Am I right?" Anthony hypothesized.
Mimi shook her, "Yes".
"But I wanted to make sure that he was taking the girl I like seriously. So I decided to see if he
would fight hard for you against me. At first, I thought he was fighting his hardest until this very moment
when he gave up. Kyle tends to do that with girls he doesn't truly care about. Give up", Anthony explained.
"So..he failed", Mimi accepted. "And to think I wanted to hear what he wanted to say to me", she thought.
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"I'm home", I said as I walked inside the front door, "Hm, is everyone sleeping?"
I closed the door behind me and locked it. I slipped my shoes off and began to walk
towards my bedroom until I saw that the office light was on.

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"Did someone forget to turn off the light", I thought.
I was about to the flick the light switch off but then my motive was disrupted.
"Stop calling here, Evan", said a familiar voice.
Mom?

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"I'm never going to let you talk to her. You didn't want to be apart of her life anyway. Remember?" said Caroline.
"Who is she talking to?" I thought as I eavesdropped.
"Look, she isn't here anyway she went to a friend's wedding", said Caroline.
She's talking about me? Why?

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Suddenly, I felt staggered as my assumptions began to rush into my mind.
She's talking to some man named Evan over the phone about me.
No..no way. Could I be, could I be adopted?
No wait a minute! I have the same genetics as my mother...but my father.
...It's not that I'm adopted. But I'm...
"No", I whimpered.
My mother heard my small yelp and came from behind the divider to take a look.

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I hid quickly behind the wall and tried to control the beating of my heart as it began to pound in fear.
"Oh sorry, I wasn't listening. I thought I heard something. Anyways don't call hear anymore.
If you do, I'll unplug our phone and change our number", Caroline threatened, "Goodbye Evan'".

That man she was on the phone with, that man Evan. Is my real father?
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Uh oh, looks like Jenny finally has troubles of her own...
Congrats to the newlyweds, but next is parenthood.
Can you believe it...
Anthony was actually testing Kyle? But are they friends again?
Kyle gave up on Mimi, but did Mimi give up on Kyle?

To Be Continued...

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Theme Song: Taylor Swift "Sad Beautiful Tragic" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQknrMaUIrI)

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4 Years Ago...

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"What did just say Caroline?!" Keith angrily shouted.
"She's not-" Caroline murmured sadly.
"Is this the reason why he keeps calling me? To see how she's doing?!" Keith bellowed.
"I don't know, but Keith I swear I was going to tell you", Caroline genuinely said.

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"Then why didn't you?" said Keith still enraged.
"My mother kept insisting that I shouldn't, but I can't lie to you anymore", Caroline cried.
"She...she has his eyes", Keith whimpered.
"Keith-"
"I should've known...I can't even look at you anymore", Keith said walking away.

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Coming from Mimi's house, Jenny was approaching her front door until it slammed wide open.
Her father stammering out with a pained look on his face, stomping the ground.
"Dad?" Jenny questioned.
"Keith!" Caroline screamed.

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"Keith! Let's talk about this-" Caroline paused, seeing that her daughter was now surveying their quarrel.
"What's going on?" said Jenny startled.
"Nothing Jenny, go inside", Keith demanded.
"What do you think you're doing? That's not your car!" Caroline yelled.
Keith ignored her and closed the car door anyway.
"Dad?" Jenny whimpered.
Keith put the key in ignition and began to back out of the driveway as they watched him.
"Dad?!" Jenny shouted taking off after him.

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"Dad! Take me with you!" Jenny screamed still chasing him.
"Jenny, don't run in the street!" Caroline chased after her.
Keith didn't yield, instead he sped up the vehicle.
"Dad, no!" Jenny wailed nearly tripping in her shiny, ballet shoes.

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"Jenny..it's okay. He'll come back", Caroline said trying to reassure her.
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Present Day

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It all began to make sense now. The reason behind her parents divorce that very day
four years ago. Her once loving parents were now adversaries all because of her mother's
dirty little secret. But still, Jenny felt sad, guilty, out of place, and curious.
Jenny sat there like a lifeless doll, staring at her mother.

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"Are you going to continue sitting there like a pillar? Or are you going to eat?" asked Caroline.
"Hm? Oh yeah", muttered Jenny she stopped contemplating.
"Is there something wrong?" Caroline curiously asked.

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"Who is-" Jenny stopped mid sentence, "Never mind".
"What?" Caroline asked.
"No it's nothing", Jenny said changing her mind.
"Who is he?" she thought.
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"So far there's no trace of a single fingerprint", said Chris.
"That's surprising, the kidnapper seems pretty sloppy to me", said Patrick as he gazed at the messy kitchen,
"I mean if it were me, I would've cleaned the place up and shut the door on my way out to make it seem like the victim went on vacation".
"Well that's just it", said Chris scanning for my fingerprints.

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"What's it?" Patrick questioned.
"He wants us to mistake him for someone who's horrible and sloppy. But in reality, he's clean and vigilant
and wants us to look in another direction", Chris explained.
"I still don't get it", said Patrick rubbing his head.
Chris sighed, "Of course you don't".
"You know we are on to you, don't you Riley?" Chris thought.
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Mimi

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"Whoa, what?!" I shrieked.
"Keep it down", Jenny grumbled at me.
"Sorry", I said without realizing how loud I was.
"So, you're sure about this?" asked Asia.

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"I wish I wasn't, but there's no other explanation for all of this", said Jenny.
"Are you ever going to tell your mom about this?" I asked.
"No way, I can't trust her. She even lied to my dad about it, so there's no way she'll tell me the truth", replied Jenny.
"You don't know until you try", Asia said trying to convince her.
"I guess you're right. But I don't want to take any chances", Jenny said hesitant.

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"So what are you going to do?" I asked her.
"Find out who he is and meet him", Jenny replied.
"Jenny are you nuts?" said Asia flustered.
"A little", said Jenny.
"But you don't even know him and what kind of person he is", Asia said worried.

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"Well, I'll get to know him and the reason why he was never around", stated Jenny.
She dropped the conversation as we crossed paths with our wicked seniors.
I never knew Miranda, Fiona, or Hailey's situation but they always found it a joy to torment people.
Which is the reason why no one will miss them when they graduate. Hopefully, they graduate that is.

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We watched as they walked past us like they were on a runway, shoes tapping the floor.
"Every time I see them, I get this feeling they're up to no good", said Asia paranoid.
"Well, it's better not to get sucked up into their drama", said Jenny.
I paused in place still observing the three of them, barely paying attention to the conversation.
"What were they up to?" I speculated.

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"Looks like someone is a loner today", smiled Hailey.
"Or maybe she didn't pay them enough money to be her friends for today", sneered Fiona.
"Who cares? She's a loser if you ask me", Miranda carelessly said.

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"Oh come on Miranda, don't be a sourpuss. Let's have some fun with her", smirked Fiona.
"Three on one? That's not even a challenge, that's boring!" chuckled Hailey.
"Fine, then you two just watch me!" Fiona inquired.
"Just what do you have in mind?" Miranda asked intrigued.

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I could only get a glimpse of them while I peeked over the corner of the brick wall.
Just what were those three scheming? I surveyed them as they continuously looked back and forth
at Taylor and each other. Seems like they were about to pick a fight with Taylor once again.
Why do they hold such a huge grudge against Taylor? I never understood their association.
Perhaps it was just a rich girl thing?
"What is she doing?" whispered Kimberly.
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Kyle

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"Why the hell are girls so complicated? You can never know what they truly feel until they actually
tell you. And once they tell you, they want even more from you. And once you give them more
they still aren't satisfied. Instead, you end up mentally exhausted and with a, "I choose neither of you".
Maybe I should revert back to being a player", Kyle groaned, "Things were much more easier that way".

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"Do you always give up when the going gets tough?" questioned Tina.
"Honestly, yeah I do", Kyle said bluntly.
"Well don't you think that's why this girl you speak of feel's like she can't accept you so easily?" counseled Tina.
Kyle sighed, "I guess you're right".
Now that he thought about it, he had given Mimi his full attention but he didn't show her any motivation.
"You've come a long way since middle school Kyle. So why don't you drop the womanizer antics?
It's not in your nature to be so heartless. You are kind and sweet, so don't go around breaking
other girl's hearts just because Madison broke-"

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Tine stopped speaking as she watched how her words made Kyle jerk out of his seat, furrowing his brows.
"Shut up!" Kyle yelled fiercely, "You don't know a damn thing and don't you ever bring that name up again.
I don't need to be reminded of that stupid slut, so screw her!".
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"Alright, sit back and watch the show", said Fiona confident.
"Are you sure this is a good idea? You order your lattes extremely hot", said Hailey uneasy.
"Shut up Hailey! I'm interested to see what happens, go on Fiona" Miranda anxiously said.


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"Oh my god is she serious?! I can see that cup of coffee still fuming from over here! That
could probably burn Taylor's skin. Is she insane? What could drive them to do something so sinister", thought Mimi,
"I don't think I can just sit here and do nothing".

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"Hey Taylor, I see you forgot to bring your house cleaners with you today", Fiona insulted her.
"Fiona, are you astray?" Taylor asked, "Or do I need to find you a new owner?"
"What did you just say to me?!" Fiona barked, "You know what? Never mind, have a sip of coffee you look beat!"

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"Taylor move!" I said as I ran frantically nudging Fiona spilling her coffee on the floor.
I instantly shoved Taylor's thin frame out of the way.
"What the f' are you doing?!" Taylor shrieked as I knocked her over.
"What the?" Fiona paused.

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She paused as I slipped on her spilled coffee and went flying towards the direction of the staircase.
"Mimi!" Taylor gasped. I never thought I would ever hear concern in Taylor's voice because of me.
I could feel my hands slip off the handrail as I tried to clench it for dear life.
"Hold on!" Fiona said as she threw her coffee on the ground and tried to catch my hand.

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"Oh my god", said Miranda shocked watching me fall.
Hailey screamed loud enough for the entire school building to hear her voice.
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"Oh yeah, Mimi what happened at the wedding between Kyle and Anthony?" Jenny asked.
"Yeah..oh wait, she's not behind me?" said Asia thrown off.
"What? When did she?-" Jenny was cut off by a loud wail, "What the hell was that?"
"I don't know, but it sounded like it came from back there", Asia examined.

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Jenny quickly made a three-sixty running towards the distress signal, she watched as everyone started to
jet to the staircase. The closer she got, the louder it was. Everyone had became nosy.
"What's going on?" Jenny asked Kimberly who was also assessing the scene.
"Someone tripped and fell down the stairs!" Kimberly replied.
"Jenny, wait for me!" Asia said as she waddled right behind her.

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Jenny briskly boosted her way past the student body ceasing in front of the long fleet of stairs.
"Holy crap!" Jenny said mortified, "Mimi!"
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Kyle

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"Are you now relieved now? You just let all that you felt off your chest", consoled Tina.
Ms. Martin has been my go-to guidance counselor since middle school, so I've gotten used to calling her Tina.
Anytime I needed some advice or someone I could really talk to, I'd come seek her.

I took a deep sigh, "Yeah, sorry I snapped on you. I just hate...I just hate her so much".
"It's okay, it's only normal that you feel the way you do. Was that past relationship the reason why
you look at girls in a different light?" Tina notably said.
When I think about it, Madison only played another part in the reason.
There was another case that led me to sincerely distrust women.
"Partially, but I don't feel that way about Mimi", I said as lied back down.
I was about to speak again until I heard a loud thud and then someone scream.

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"What was that?" I asked sitting back up.
"I'm not sure, but it sounded like something dropped", Tina assumed.
"...or someone", I said as I got up out of my seat and raced for the door.
"I'm going to call in Principal Bobo", said Tina.
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I sprinted towards the staircase and saw someone lying in the middle of the floor, a girl.
"She must've definitely fallen down", I thought.
As I had gotten closer, I had noticed her brunette hair was similar to Mimi's.
"Mimi?!" I shouted.

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My assumption was right, Mimi was the one who had fallen down the stairs.
"Hey, are you okay?!" I said panicking.
If she had landed on her head, she could have a concussion.
"My...my ankle hurts", she cried.
I didn't realize it at first but she was indeed grasping her ankle tightly.
I was about to go and get some help, but Mr. Bobo had already appeared on the scene.

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"Oh god, what happened? Did she fall?" Mr. Bobo asked concerned.
"I think she fell", I replied.
"I'm finding it hard to believe that she would just randomly fall", Mr. Bobo suspiciously said,
"I will make sure to find out what exactly happened. So if any of you had anything to do with this
you better come forward right now."

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"Um..Miranda", Hailey fearfully murmured.
"Stay cool Hailey", Miranda whispered calmly.
"Kyle, is she alright?!" Jenny asked worried.

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"Yeah!" I replied, "Mr. Bobo should I take her to the nurse?"
"Yes, take her there and I'll call her parents right now", said Mr. Bobo.
I wrapped my arm around Mimi's back and lifted her up, she was light as a feather.

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"Kyle? The nurse's office is upstairs", Mimi said confused.
"You need to see a doctor about your ankle, not a nurse", I replied.

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Tina smiled, "So that's Mimi".
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"Yup, sorry to tell you this but it's definitely fractured", said Dr. Adams,
"When you tripped off the staircase your ankle must've twisted out of it's normal position.
Especially, since you were wearing those platform shoes".

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"So what happens?" Mimi finally spoke.
"It's not as serious as you may think. With time your ankle will be okay.
Are you by any chance an athlete?" asked Dr. Adams.
"I dance ballet", replied Mimi.
"Then you're going to need to take time away from dancing and any other strenuous activities", said Dr. Adams.
"Wait! I thought you said it wasn't that serious?" Mimi questioned.
"It's not that serious, but spinning around on a fractured ankle won't help it get better. You're going to need to take some
weight off of it and relax for about six weeks", briefed Dr. Adams.

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"Don't look so sad kid. Unlike you, most people will never get to dance again", Dr. Adams reassured her,
"I'll prescribe you some over-the-counter medicine".
"Okay", she mumbled.
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"Was it worth it?" I asked.
"Huh?" said Mimi as she stopped hopping on her crutches.
"Was it worth helping Taylor?" I said more vague.
I waited for her to reply but there was just silence.
"Mi-" I stopped speaking and turned around when I began to hear her sob.

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"Oh crap..um, I didn't mean to make you cry. I just striking a conversation since you
were so quiet since we left the emergency room. Probably not a good topic, right?" I said wiping her tears.
I think I just made a complete fool of myself.
"I-, I-" Mimi hiccuped. I had no clue what she was trying to say.

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Suddenly a light bulb went off in my head.
"Hey, I have an idea", I smiled, "Let's go have some fun".
Hopefully a fun date will cheer her up and make her forget all her troubles.
I didn't like that Mimi was bawling her tears out in front of me either.
"O-okay", said Mimi still crying.
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Mimi

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The entire audience cracked up in laughter at the Will Ferrel movie that Kyle had dragged me to see.
I would've preferred to just go home and rest, but he insisted that I see a movie to distract me
from today's events. I don't think anything can divert me away from the fact that I may not be
able to dance anymore. My mom is going to flip out when I get home and tell her the news.
She also had to discontinue her ballet career because of an ankle injury. How ironic.

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I started to burst into laughter as I watched the movie. This movie was pretty funny.
"I'm glad you're finally smiling again", said Kyle.
"How can I not? Will Ferrel is so funny", I giggled.
"Can't deny that", agreed Kyle laughing as well.
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I sighed, "Did you really have to force yourself to carry me around?"
"I'm just helping, the doctor did say to keep weight off your ankle after all", replied Kyle.
"Yeah...but this is embarrassing. People keep looking at us", I exaggerated.
"Or do you not like the fact that I'm holding you?" Kyle grinned.
"What? Put me down!" I said as I began to try and wiggle out of his arms.

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Obviously him holding me like this is also embarrassing. I feel like I'm being carried around by
prince charming. But was I going to admit that? No way!
"Mimi...you're blushing", Kyle stared at me.
"No I'm not! Shut up and put me down already", I jerked.
"How cute", he chuckled.

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"Mimi? Do you still by any chance still like-" Kyle stopped walking as I watched his facial expression
change from a smile to a frown. What's his deal? I turned my head and looked in the same direction he was looking.
"Kyle? I thought it was you but I wasn't sure. You look so mature now", the girl said excited.
Who's she? An old classmate perhaps? She's very...

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Beautiful. Stunning actually. Just looking at her is burning my eyes with pure jealousy.
"Oh? Is this your girlfriend? Hi, my name is-"
"Don't", interrupted Kyle.
She looked at Kyle with a faint smile, "Are you...still mad at me?"
I watched as Kyle gave her a pure look of disgust.
What did this girl do to him to make him hate her this much?

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"Are you kidding?" Kyle said as his nostrils flared,
"You seriously disgust me. Stop standing there looking so sweet and innocent.
You know damn well what you did and why I'm still upset with you. So guess what?
Live with it, I'm just another person on this planet that can't stand the sight of you."

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She sighed, "He was always so sensitive...but still, he's gotten really hot".
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Jenny

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"Hello? I'm home", I said walking into my living room, "Hm? Is no one really here?"
I mean grandma is usually here. Where is everyone? I walked around the house checking the rooms.
But wait, now was a good time to do some digging.
I walked over to look at the home phone, someone had unplugged it .
Did mom do it because of him?
"Hello? Anyone?" I said making sure again that no one was home.

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I plugged the phone back into the wall and sat down, I waited.
Maybe he'll call again, I mean if he really cared he'd call. Right?
Or he could've given up after finding out that the phone was unplugged.
Please call, please call, I hoped.

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I jumped, nearly fumbling out of the chair when the phone began to ring off the hook.
Was that him?
I walked over and picked up the phone unknowingly.
I hesitated and froze with the phone in my possession. What could I possibly say if it is him?
My nerves got the best of me as I contemplated to myself the right things I could say.
I answered the phone quickly before it could stop ringing.

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"He-Hello?" I stuttered.
"Excuse me, but who is this?" a man asked.
"Who..who is this?" I asked nervously.
"Caroline? Is that you?" he asked.
"No" I answered.
"Lilith?"
"No"

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After I replied he didn't say anything for a couple seconds, "Jenny?"
I gulped at the sound of my name, "Yes".
"Is that really you Jenny?"
"Yes. But who are you?" I questioned.
"Is your mother around? Do you even have the slightest clue who I am?"

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"I have my assumptions. But are they right?" I said, palms sweating.
"Jenny, I'm your father", He said bluntly.
"So..then I'm correct", I said relieved.
"Yes, and your mother is going to kill me because I told you", he said worried.
"Why? Why didn't she tell me about you?" I questioned.

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"Because she thought it was better that you believed Keith was your father", he answered.
"But he's not, I don't understand", I said confused.
"Well that's your mother for you. Still thinking she knows what's right all the time", he said.
"Yeah, she's always been like that with everything", I agreed.

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"Would it be strange if I wanted to get to know you better?" I asked him humbly.
"No, of course not!" he laughed, "But your mother won't like this".
"Who cares! So what's your name? What do you do for a living? Where do you live? Are you married?!" I spilled out.
"Whoa, whoa...that's a lot that you want to know about", he chuckled.
"Sorry, I've just never met you before", I muttered.

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"My name is Steffen", he said, "And I have a better idea. Why not come see me in New York?
That way I'll be able to tell you everything you want to know".
"Steffen, how did you end up in New York?" I asked.
He chuckled, "I'm a music producer".
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Mimi, why is it that even after all the hardships I put you through that end up helping me?
You're still the same old sincere friend I once knew. Putting people ahead of your feelings.
I envy you.
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8 years ago...

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We laughed as we ran around the yard, "Taylor! Wait up!" said Mimi.
"Let's play over there!" I said racing her to the jungle gym.
"Wait-" I heard Mimi wail and tumble onto the ground.

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I stopped running and turned around to check up on her.
"Mimi are you okay?" I asked concerned.
"Yeah- Ouch!" she squealed in pain.
"Wait here! I'll get your mom", I said about to run off.
"No!" she stopped me, though it wasn't her words that had stopped me in my tracks.

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She stood up squinting at me since her glasses fell off her face.
"Please don't tell my mommy! She'll tell us to play inside if you do that", she grunted.
I stood there staring at her lovely complexion. Mimi's pretty, she's really pretty.
I never realized how lovely Mimi looked without her glasses on. And I thought just once,
that I had finally beat her at something. Beauty.
If I couldn't even overcome her with that. Then what I could do that's better?
How can I become better than Mimi?
"Why are you looking at me like that, Taylor?" she questioned.

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"Oh...nothing", I gasped.
Mimi had it all. The looks, friends, and family. People adored her. I on the other hand, had the opposite.
A widowed mother, snob friends who care about how rich I am, and one brother who keeps to himself.
Even though I'm more fortunate than Mimi in wealth, she's more fortunate than me in admiration.
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"Sister, people are saying that you pushed Mia Lutz down the stairs at school", said Riley.
"Is that so?" I sighed, "I think I can guess who started this rumor".
"Well, it isn't true right?" questioned Riley.
Riley was obliviously in love with Mimi without a doubt.

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"What do you believe, Riley?" I asked him.
"I..don't think you're capable of doing such a thing", he answered.
I smirked, "Oh really?"
"So she did?" thought Riley.
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"I'll get it!" Kyle shouted as he answered the door.

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Kyle raised his eyebrows, "If you're here about Mimi-"
"No, I just want to talk to you", said Anthony.
"Oh..well awkward", sneered Kyle.
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Mimi

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I heard another knock at my door, "Mom, I said I wasn't hungry!"
She's been constantly knocking on my door checking up on me since I got home.
Surprisingly, she took the news to my injury better than I thought she would.
She knocked once again, "Mom!" I sat up in my bed and turned around.

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I paused when I saw who was entering my room, "Oh...it's you".
"Yeah, your mom let me in", Taylor faintly smiled.
This is strange. Why is she here? To apologize maybe?
No way, she's not the type of person that likes to apologize to people.

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"What are you doing here?" I asked rashly.
"I heard you broke your ankle", said Taylor looking at it.
"Yeah I did. The doctor said I may never be able to dance again", I informed her.
"Seriously?!" said Taylor aggravated.
What's her deal? It sounded as if she cared for second?
I thought she hated me, though I never knew the reasons behind it.

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"Funny isn't it? That I actually ended up helping you", I emphasized.
"Yeah, I'm-"
I interrupted her, "I ended my dancing career for you. And yet, you're probably here on a
mission to mock me about it. Aren't you?"
"Don't assume the worst in me! I'm not here to mock you. I am jealous of you Mimi", said Taylor.
"What? Jealous...of me?" I said baffled, "Do you know who you are talking to?"
"Yes I do. The girl who has it all, friends, family, and the looks to pull it off", said Taylor.

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Taylor was seriously jealous of me? I can't believe what I'm hearing.
"And I came here to return this to you, Delilah", said Taylor placing the old doll down.
"I'm sixteen Taylor, I don't need a doll", I responded.
"Yeah, but you're grandmother gave it to you, right? I figured you should have her back", she said.

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Taylor stopped in front of my doorway, "I know you think she's just a doll, but she actually lived up
to her standards just like you told me way back when".
As Taylor began to shut my door I heard her mutter, "I'm sorry..for everything".

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"Delilah huh?" I said.
She's still looks the same compared to the time when grams gave it to me.
If anything, I would've assumed Taylor had thrown her away for a much better doll. But she kept her.
Perhaps, it was best that she returned her to me, I still remember the time I gave it to her.
When our friendship was still on solid ground.
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8 years ago...

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I tossed and turned in my bed restlessly in the night.
I had awoken from the light that projected into my bedroom and onto my face.
Rising up, I rubbed my eyes to see that there was an empty spot in my bed.

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"Taylor?" I said her name but she wasn't anywhere to be found.
Where did she go? It's past our bedtime.
I heard shuffles from outside of my room. Could that possibly be her?

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I followed the sound to the nearest bathroom.
As I got closer, I could hear what was once movements turn into a whimpering voice.
What is she doing in the bathroom? I pushed the cracked door wide open.

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"Taylor, what are you doing in the tub?" I asked.
She didn't answer me, she just continued to ignore my presence.
I examined her face and realized that she had been in here alone, crying.
"What's that matter?" I asked.
"You wouldn't know how I feel", she finally spoke.
"Really? I won't know unless you tell me", I said.
"Have you ever lost anyone, Mimi?" she asked then busted into tears.

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"Oh..well..I", I said dumbfounded.
I was pretty bad at consoling people in these types of situations.
"Hold on", I said leaving the bathroom.
"Just as I thought, you wouldn't understand how I feel right now", cried Taylor,
"You're too happy to know".

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"Stop blabbing already", I said as I walked back inside the bathroom.
"Why did you bring a doll? I don't feel like playing around", assumed Taylor.
"Scoot over and let me inside", I said joining her in the tub.

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I sat down, "I have lost someone, Taylor. Someone very important to me, my grandma.
And it was the hardest thing ever. So yes, I know exactly how feel right now. And
during that time when I was so sad, I would go in my room and hold on tight to Delilah".
"...A doll?" she sniffled.
"Yeah, a doll", I replied.

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"Delilah may not seem like much, but she's someone who will listen to you and let you
hold her tight. And then, when you look at her face she'll make you want to smile like never before.
So here, take her!" I said handing my prized possession to her.
"Are sure it's okay?" asked Taylor.
"Yes, you're my best friend. So I'll lend you her", I smiled.
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"So, what did you want to talk to me about?" asked Kyle.
"Mimi-"
"I understand she chose neither of us, so I'll leaver her alone-" said Kyle.
"Wait", interrupted Anthony.
"Wait what?" said Kyle confused.
"You can date her. I won't hold you back anymore", Anthony rephrased.

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"What are you talking about, Ant? You were so mad at me", Kyle reminded.
"I know but I accept defeat. She obviously likes you more than she does me", said Anthony.
"So you're giving up?" asked Kyle.
"Yes, I don't want the both of you to suffer because of me. So ask her to Prom. dude", Anthony suggested.
"No way, she'll definitely reject me and say it wouldn't be fair to you", Kyle said depressed.
"Then I'll-"

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"Kyle! Grandpa needs you're help getting out of bed", Cammy interrupted, "Oh, hey Anthony!"
"Hey Cammy", Anthony smiled.
"Want to play later?" Cammy asked.
"Cammy didn't I say to knock before you come in my room!" yelled Kyle.
"Yes..sorry", she groaned.
"I'll be back in a minute, Ant", Kyle said exiting the room.
"Okay, I'll stay right here", said Anthony.

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"His phone?" thought Anthony.
Anthony picked up Kyle's phone and turned it on.
"Mimi, Mimi, Mimi", thought Anthony as he looked through Kyle's contacts.
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I couldn't believe what Taylor had said to me. She was jealous of someone like me.
But I guess I could comprehend, she lost her father at a young age. Not to mention her mother
is always traveling, so her and Riley were raised by their servants. And being wealthy doesn't help neither,
people must always expect something from her. What an unpleasant scenario.
Now I"m beginning to feel sorry for her.

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My phone began to vibrate in my jean pocket.
I looked at the called ID to see that it was Kyle?
I wonder what he wants to speak to me about.
I sat down on my bed and answered the call, I cleared my voice, "Hello?"
"Hey Mimi", this wasn't Kyle.
"Anthony? Why are you using Kyle's phone?" I asked.
"I guess to see if you'd answer it", he replied.
"Oh?" I said still confused.

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"But that's not the point why I called", said Anthony as I heard a door shut.
"Then, what's up?" I asked.
"Go to prom with Kyle", urged Anthony.
"What? Why? That wouldn't be-"
"Fair?" he interrupted me, "Look Mimi, I'm okay with you guys now. So please don't reject Kyle anymore
because of me. Instead, go to prom as token of my appreciation".

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"Anthony, why do you all of a sudden want us to be together?" I asked him.
"I've seen the way you two have been looking lately. And it's pretty sad", Anthony replied.
"That obvious?" I said embarrassed.
"Just out of curiosity Mimi, why did you ever like me?" asked Anthony.
"Well...it was mostly because back in middle school you..."
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[pingpongpanda]

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4 years ago...

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"Why look who it is Fiona", Hailey teased.
"Hm? Oh right, it's Ms. Goody Two-Shoes", grinned Fiona.

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"Hey Mya!" said Hailey excited.
"It's Mia", I corrected them.
"Whatever, did you our homework?" asked Fiona.
"I'm sorry?" I said confused.
"We told you to do our Algebra homework yesterday. Hello?" Hailey badgered.
"Yeah Marie, get with the program", ordered Fiona.

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"Sorry, I must've forgotten to do it girls", I apologized.
I did forget to do it, I had many other things on my mind.
"What? You forgot?" said Hailey.
"You know what happens to people that forget about me?" questioned Fiona.
"No?" I said.
"They lose things. In your case how about those fugly blue glasses you're wearing?" Fiona stared.
What? No way, I can't see a thing without my glasses.

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I jolted for the classroom, hoping that a teacher would be lying inside so that I could shake them off.
"Mi-"
I think I heard someone about to say my name until I ran straight into them.
I collided right in front of the doorway with my books and glasses flying out everywhere.

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"Mimi! What are you doing? Are you okay?" asked a familiar voice.
"Taylor?" I assumed.
"Why lookie here, another loser", laughed Hailey.
"Hey rich girl, want to join in the fun?" pestered Fiona.
I heard a loud crunch sound. Did she just purposely step on my glasses?
"Taylor? Can you help me find my glasses?" I asked.
I didn't hear a reply from her, perhaps it wasn't Taylor after all.

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"Wow, how pathetic!" Hailey snickered, "Look, she's crawling away".
"Some friend, she just left you lying there", Fiona laughed.
Was that really Taylor? Why didn't she help me?
"Yo! Tweedledee and Tweedledum, quit bothering her already. I can hear you two from down the hallway" said a boy.
"We're only having fun, don't be a Debbie Downer", smiled Hailey.
"Yeah, third period is so boring", said Fiona.
"I don't care, find a new enjoyment that doesn't involve tormenting people. Or else I'm going to start tormenting you", he ordered.

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"Why do you always have to ruin the fun?!" whined Hailey.
"Fine, She wasn't that fun to bug anyways", said Fiona storming off.
"Good, now shoo", he said waving his hands.
Who is this guy? He just ordered them away in a snap.
I watched as he got on his knees to shuffle my things together for me.
"You're lucky your hot", said Hailey.
"Nice legs, Fiona", he smirked.
"Shut up, pervert", Fiona said.

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He turned his head in my direction, "Are you okay?" he asked me.
I couldn't see his face at all, my vision was at it's worst without my glasses.
The only thing that I could make out, was that his hair was just as long as mine.
"Ugh..yes", I replied.
"Don't mind those two, they're just a bunch of brats", he laughed.
"It's okay, I'm used to it", I said.

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"Do you see my glasses? I really can't see without them", I explained.
"You mean the crushed pair right next to your hand?" he hinted.
I could feel the cracked the lenses along my fingertips, Fiona crushed them.
"Sorry but I think you're going to be pretty blind for a while", he said.
He helped me up and handed me my belongings.

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"And those were my favorite pair", I moped, "I guess I'll just have to get a new pair again".
My messy hair drooped down surrounding my face. My hairpins must've fallen out of place
when I fell down. Now I'm going to have walk around school all day blind with messy hair.
I tried to rustle my hair out my face.
"Wow..you're actually pretty cute", he said, "What's your name?"

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"Mi-Mia Lutz", I stuttered, he laughed as I made a fool of myself.
My face felt like it was on fire. What did he just say? Cute? I've never been called cute by a guy before.
Too bad I can't even tell what he looks like. I squinted my eyes at him just hoping make out his face.
"You really can't see my face can you?" He asked.
"Nope", I replied.
"Well, my name is-"
"Hey Anthony, there you are!" someone interrupted him.
I saw as he jerked his head at the sound of the name.
"I got to go. Maybe I'll catch you later", he waved and then began to walk away.

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"P.E let us out late, sorry for keeping you guys waiting", informed Anthony.
"I've been circling the building looking for you", complained Flint.
"Are you guys ready to eat lunch finally?" asked Dylan.
"Wasn't your lunch period last period, Dylan?" asked Kyle.
"Yeah. So what?" Dylan replied without a care in the world.

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"You're going to get In-School Suspension again", said Flint.
"I probably will too, I skipped P.E again", said Kyle.
"So his name is Anthony", I thought.
"You two are a bunch of delinquents", said Anthony.
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"Mimi", Anthony sighed, "That wasn't me", said Anthony.
"What?" I said in disbelief.
"Your vision must be awful", Anthony laughed, "But in middle school, I do remember seeing Kyle help a
girl get her things off the ground in front of Mrs. Hill's class. Was that you?"
I couldn't believe it, so the person I thought that helped me that day wasn't Anthony..but instead Kyle?
Kyle was the one that I fell for in the beginning without even knowing it. Not Anthony?
Oh my god.

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"Wow, so I guess that means that you never really liked me at all. Ouch", said Anthony hurt.
"Sorry, I seriously had no idea that it was Kyle", I vouched.
"I get it, you are as blind as a bat", he chuckled.
Now I kind of feel even worse. I wish that I didn't even bring up that story now.

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"Hm? Why is my door locked?" thought Kyle.
"Hey, Anthony open the door. It's locked", Kyle knocked on the door.
"No hard feelings Mimi, okay?" said Anthony.
"Okay, yes", I agreed.
"What?! Why are you on the phone with Mimi? Are you talking about me to her?" asked Kyle hitting the door,
"Open this door, dude!"

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"Anthony? Why do I hear banging?" I asked concerned.
"Oh that? That's nothing. Now you have even a better reason to go to Prom with Kyle?" Anthony changed the subject.
"Um, I-"
I was interrupted, "Anthony!"
"Was that Kyle just now? What's going on over there?" I questioned.

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"Just ignore him, what were you going to say?" asked Anthony.
It's pretty hard to ignore the fact there was blatant banging that I could hear.
The door swung wide open, hitting the door leaving a large dent in the wall.
Kyle came raging through and tackled Anthony with full force, "Anthony!"
"Kyle wai-" I heard Anthony shout until he dropped the phone.

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Kyle pinned Anthony down to the ground as he grasped his cellphone, "Hello? Mimi?"
"Ugh..Hey? What are you guys doing? Fighting again?" I said worried, "Maybe I should hang up".
"No! We're just having some fun. Right Anthony?", Kyle lied as Anthony tried to shimmy out of his grip.
"Kyle?!" I said his name loudly.
"Yeah?" he said.
"I'll go to prom with you..I mean if you want to, that is", I said embarrassed.
"Yeah..wait what?!" Kyle said confused, "What in the world were you guys talking about when I wasn't here?"
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"What?! I'm sorry but I don't think I heard you correctly. You want to do what?!" Dylan said.
"I want to go to-"
"No! Don't do that, please don't do that", Dylan disrupted.
"But I want to meet him", begged Jenny.
"He's a total stranger, Jen", said Dylan.

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"I know this may sound crazy, but I felt like I knew him once I spoke to him", said Jenny.
"Yup, it sounds crazy" Dylan directly said.
"I've always felt so out of place here. It's like no one understands me around here", replied Jenny.
"I understand you. Don't I?" Dylan inquired.
"Well of course you do, your my boyfriend", said Jenny.
"Then don't go to New York", said Dylan, "I mean, why can't he be the one to visit instead?"
"He can't do that, he's a music producer. He can't just take off and leave whenever he wants", explained Jenny.
"Okay! I give in. If you really want to do this, I won't stop you", eased Dylan.

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Dylan pulled her in close, "Just make sure to fill me in when you get there".
"You'll be the first one I call, promise", smiled Jenny.
"I better be", said Dylan as he pulled her face in for a tender kiss.
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"Nighty night, Jesca", Taylor said as shut the lights off.
Taylor laid back down, placing the covers over her shoulders and shut her eyes.

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"This is H&M Studios, I am Tessa. How may I help you?"
"Hi, my name is Mia Lutz. Ms. Skylar had offered me a record deal a while ago and I was wondering if I
could speak with her still", I said.
"I'll see if she's interested in speaking with you, please hold", said Tessa.

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"Japan really wants them", thought Grey, "Maybe I'll send them there".
Her brainstorming ended when the office phone started to ring, she stood up to answer it.

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"What is it, Tessa?" Grey directed.
"Guess who's on line one", Tessa teased.
"I'm not in the mood for games, Tessa. I'm busy", Grey grunted.
Tessa cleared her throat, "Right, well it's Mia Lutz, she wants to speak with you about a contract".

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The corners of Grey's mouth rose, "Oh really? I knew she'd be crawling back, but not so soon".
"Want me to tell her you're busy?" asked Tessa.
"Now, now, let's not torment the poor girl. Put her through", Grey demanded.
"Yes Ma'am", said Tessa.

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"Hello", said Grey.
"Hi, Ms. Skylar I was wondering if you're offer still stands", I said.
"Offer? Oh right, well that depends. Do you have what it takes?" asked Grey.
"By what it takes, you mean the voice right?" I said confused.

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"Well not only your voice, but your dedication to my company of course", Grey spiked.
"Why yes Ma'am!" I sincerely said.
"Good, because I don't have time for gibberish. I'm a busy person as you might already know", Grey fiddled with her nails.
"I promise I'll do my best, Ms. Skylar", I begged.
"Wait, I have a question for you", she paused.

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"What is it?" I asked.
"Why did you suddenly change your mind?" demanded Grey.
"Well..my future in ballet has come to a halt. So I thought maybe-"
"So, then this contract is your back-up plan?" Grey stated.
"No! It's not like that. I've always wanted to be a singer since I was little. It's just
that when my grandmother passed away, my mom had different plans for me."

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"It's not only my dream, but it was also my grandmother's dream to become a singer", I said.
"My, what a touching story", Grey muttered.
"But please, please sign me. I won't deny you anything if you do", I advocated.
"Hm...okay. I'll sign you Mia Lutz, but on one condition", said Grey.

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"What?"
"You win a Grammy and dress accordingly. I'm tired of you dressing like a transient in front of me", Grey applied.
"That's two things, isn't it?" I thought, "What's wrong with the way I dress?"
"Yes or no?" said Grey.
"Yes Ma'am", I agreed.
"Okay then, come by my office tomorrow. Bring a parent for parental consent to sign", informed Grey.

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Grey hung up the phone and giggled.
"I'm too good at this", she thought.
"Tessa! Whip up a contract!" Grey entailed.
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Mr. Peters sat there obediently as he watched him caress her cheek.
"You made me do this, you know?" he said, "All you had to do was continue to be your clueless self and
stay out of my way, " he sucked his teeth, "But lately you've been getting on my nerves. Letting feds
into our home, telling them about my activities, and then you did the unthinkable. Pushed Mimi down
the stairs and broke her ankle".

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"Ri-Riley?!" Taylor stuttered fearfully.
Riley hushed her, "Oh come on sister, you must really be oblivious".
"Where am I? Someone? Help?!" Taylor shouted.
"Getting loud won't help you. There's no one in miles of this place", Riley told her.

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Taylor began to shake in despair, tears rolled down her cheeks.
"What? You're crying already? Well since you're already crying, I'll tell you a little secret.
Dad didn't kill himself", Riley grinned.
"Are you saying..what I think you are?" Taylor cried.
Riley busted into laughter.
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Looks like we know who's behind all the massacres.
Mimi broke her ankle, will the injury forever affect her?
Looks like Kyle's past came back to haunt him. Who was that girl?
Taylor apologized to Mimi, does this mean they can be friends again?
Is Jenny's father who he says he is?
Is Anthony really over Mimi?
Prom is around the corner. Will the gang have a blast?

To Be Continued...