The Bad Boy(Dare me)

CHAPTER 3:Call Her Valerie

Other than the more defined curves and the total outlook of a goddess, she hasn't changed at all. Her blond hair is as long and shiny as always, her ocean eyes are still sparky and alluring. And well her sense of humor, as uplifting as before.

"I still take your breath away I see,"she says with a smirk playing on her lips. Riley throws his head back in a fit of laughter,"I see you haven't changed at all, get over yourself and give me a hug. Not a side hug though, they're the most awkward kind." It's Valerie's turn to laugh as she walks over to engulf him in a hug. It is comfortable, silent and long. It feels like their emotions are engaged in a conversation that doesn't require words or speaking. And just for a minute, the whole world seems to fade away as they seem to reconnect and recollect whatever brought them together before.

"I hope we're not disturbing anything. And I mean anything at all,"Billy says as he wiggles his eyebrows. The two jump away from each other and Riley turns red from embarrassment. His friends hardly see him being affectionate," Of course you're not,"he replies still shying away from their gazes. "We just came to bring your bag,"Tony finally speaks up. Riley stretches out his arm to retrieve his bag,"Thanks guys. Oh where are my manners-"Billy cuts him off,"You don't have any." They laugh and this earns him a pinch from Riley. "As I was saying before being rudely disturbed, this is Valerie and Val, the talkative one is Billy and the charming one is Tony." Valerie just giggles,"Nice knowing you guys." Tony just smiles and plays with his glasses."Nice knowing you too. And I'm the attractive one," Billy says in a squeaky voice, making everyone laugh. "No doubt," Valerie says still in a fit of laughter. "So...we're gonna head out now,"Tony says while awkwardly rubbing his neck. There's an awkward pause until Billy speaks up,"So Valerie, you're totally gonna hang with us right?" Valerie looks a shocked but replies,"I just might take you up on that offer,"she winks at Billy. He turns red and Tony drags him or of the nurse's office while waving. "Quite the charmer huh? Shamelessly flirting with my friends?", Riley says with a weird grin on his face. "Oh shut up," she playfully punches him on the ribs.

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"You simply cannot tell me she's not breathtaking,"Billy says while staring at Tony attentively. "Oh what's that? Elizabeth will literally take away Billy's breath? I know,"replies Tony focusing on his sandwich. Billy punches him and focuses on driving,"You're not funny man. What's wrong with you?" For a moment, Tony seems to be conflicted whether to let out his thoughts or not but just decides to keep quiet. Billy decides to change the topic,"How are things at home?" Tony seems shocked and looks out the window,"We have schedules piling up and dad, well, is still being dad. How are things your side?" Billy keeps quiet for some time. Tony figures maybe he's not ready to talk. "The same, and they'll remain that way until I'm no longer the same". Tony just gives him a small smile and they keep quiet through the rest of the drive.

They pull over at Tony's gates. "Billy, do you think Riley has his eyes on her? I mean we did find them in an unusual position." Billy seems to be thinking,"I don't know. Let's not read too much into it. Wait, you're thinking about her?" Tony looks away,"No I'm not. Anyways,thanks for the ride." Billy smiles at him,"Any day Champ. See you in the morning."

Tony watches as Billy's car drives away. He slowly walks to his house, dreading with every step he takes. He is surprised to smell something other than the airs freshener;his favorite stew. "Oh, tonight's family meal day"he thinks. He walks over to the kitchen,"Hello mom,dad,"he smiles widely. "Hello son,"his dad replies without averting his eyes from the paper, typical of him. His mom walks over to hug him,"How are you? How was school? How have you been?"she asks with concern evident in her voice."I'm okay mom. And everything's fine,thanks for asking,"he replies and this earns a scoff from his father. His mom just rolls her eyes," Don't mind your dad. Go get changed and do your homework. Dinner's at 7 and Mr Fred's will be around as well." He just nods and jogs up the stairs to his room. He immediately throws himself on his bed due to exhaustion. He hates how his family has a schedule for everything;work,his life,exercise,they even have a schedule for family time. He changes into comfortable clothes and starts doing his homework. He has to be on time for dinner.

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Billy happily walks into his house,"Hello mom,dad and parents,"they laugh at his dry joke."Glad you're finally home. Your mom can't keep quiet," his dad jokes and they laugh."You were probably hanging out with that kid,Riley,"says his mom in a rude tone. "If you must know, I had to drop Tony off since he doesn't have his car for the week,"he says as he grabs an apple on the island. "Tony, the genius? Now that's a good child. You should try to be more like him and make more friends like him. Am I right dear?"she turns to her husband. "You're wrong. That's not how friendship is like,"he replies in a harsh manner. "Well I'm going to my room now,"he says in a calm way, to try and calm down his parents. He puts the rather unpleasant conversation aside and calls Elizabeth who picks up on the second ring.

"Hi babe" She says in a high pitched voice that Billy now knows all too well.

"No Liz,you're not canceling."

"I'm sorry, I have to" His face falls.

"Okay, when can we meet then?"

"Friday afternoon" He pauses for a moment

"That's alright"

"I'm really sorry. It's a school night and I have a lot of homework. Please understand."

"I'm also a student so I understand. Goodnight"

He doesn't wait for her response as he simply ends the call.

"Oh I understand alright, I understand what not seeing your girlfriend in two weeks is like" he thinks as he dozes off.

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"So how have you been Val?"Riley asks as he starts the car engine." Oh no Mister, we have to dedicate a day to catching up,"she says in an egoistic tone. Riley just smiles,"You're so cocky but hey, is Saturday okay for you?" A wide smile plasters across Valerie's face,"Saturday's just perfect." Riley just smiles, turns on the radio and starts singing along;

"So what can you show me

That my heart don't know already

We make our own sense

And you're qualified to me"

Valerie just laughs and records the whole thing on video. "Blinding lights" comes on and they both sing along not minding that they sound like two cats dying from strangulation. They pull up at Valerie's gate,"Well this is me, so see you tomorrow." He looks at her with confusion evident on his face,"Wait,am I picking you up tomorrow?" Valerie just smiles," No thank you sir, as comfy as your car is and as entertaining as your voice is, I have to pass. I'm driving my baby to school tomorrow." She gets out and head towards the gate,"Looks like you're a few blocks away from my house." He looks around,"Sure looks that way, stalker. Do pass my regards to your mom. She grins widely,"She's out of your league player." He drives off in a fit of laughter.

"It's like she never left"