I love you. Forever.

Chapter 2: Lunch and Little Bitches

Rebecca's POV

Ben and I had the next few classes together. Like clockwork, girls were trying their best to get his attention. He never even acknowledged their existence unless they came right up to him. And in that case, he would get this intense look in his face and blow them off with his arrogance. Not gonna lie; I loved every second of it. The girls at this school get what they want when they want it. It is pretty entertaining when they don't get their own way. Don't get me wrong, I'm "friends" with a lot of those girls. And I use the word friends loosely. I'll hang out and go to parties but we're not  necessarily having slumber parties and telling each other secrets. I'd scare the s**t out of them anyways. My thoughts go to a dark place sometimes. Hell, it even scares me occasionally. Anyways, where was I? Oh yea! Ben would blow them off, the girl would glare at me and stomp away. He'd just look at me with a soft sweet expression and wink. Every.Single.Time. This guy was so full of himself and I loved it. I wanted to taste this kissable lips and run my fingers through his messy hair. This handsome boy has it all. I felt a gravitational pull towards him from the moment my eyes met his baby blues. My heart hasn't calmed down since then. Each look, each word, each wink...was getting to me. 

"Thank God, its lunch. Come on, Wilder. Let's go find Matt. I hope he has our lunch slot." I said grabbing Ben's hand and pulling him up. Again with electricity. Touching him is dangerous! "Yes ma'am" he chimed. I let go of his hand but it felt like he didn't want me too. But I quickly turned and led him out the classroom making a v-line to Matt's locker. Thankfully he was there putting his books away. 

"Hey Matt, going to lunch?" I asked hoping Matt has our lunch slot as well. I don't like when we have separated lunches. I normally get my schedule moved around so I can sit with him. People can be cruel around here. And for a reason I have yet to understand, he is a target. I will never understand bullying. 

 "Hey guys! I am, are we all in the same slot?" He asked with hope. Matt truly was a sweet boy. He was a brother to me. Ben chimed in "We are, you're sitting with us right?" He asked with a smile. "Of course!" Matt said happily. 

With that I hooked each of my arms around Matt's and Ben's arms heading to lunch. "A rose between two thorns." I joked smiling innocently making them both chuckle at me and shaking their heads. "Hey! You know it's true." I chided. Making us all laugh. 

To reiterate, I do get along with most students. Although, there are always the few that try to antagonize me. Like Tara for instance. Head cheerleader and head slut of the school. We do not get along. Ever. 

"What are you doing Rebecca? f*****g both those boys at once? You paying them to give you attention or something?" Tara said out loud. She is always trying to embarrass me. Her little posse of bitches are laughing, trying to taunt me. Never works though. She is weak minded b***h and so were they. I stopped but both Ben and I whip around. But I am laughing...kind of evilly. Before I could respond Ben does. 

"Who the f**k are you b***h? You don't f*****g talk to her like that." Ben said angrily. Again, he had a super scary look on his face making Tara jump back a bit. I put my hand on Ben's chest signaling him to back off. and HOT DAMN!!! His chest was all muscle. Holy hell! Concentrate Rebecca, you need to put Tara in her place. 

"Tara, who I am f*****g or not f*****g is none of your damn business. It would be beneficial for you to move along now before I b***h slap the makeup off your pretty like face." I said calmly. Yes my hand is still on Ben's chest. 1. because DAMN!  and 2. because he was still tense. "Are you threatening me slut?" She taunted.

"Oh sweetie, I don't threat, I promise and I will always keep my promise." I gave her a shitty grin. I see Tara about to give me more attitude but I cut her off.

"Tara, I would move along now, you don't want to go up against me. I know your dirty little secret. You forget I visit the library a lot. You know the one right beside the free clinic..." I said confidently. "You mess with any of us again, your mommy and daddy will be getting a visit from me. So back the f**k off." I added. She finally backed away with her tail between her legs. "Good girl" I said aloud as she and her followers retreat. 

I turn around to see Matt and Ben with amused smiles on their cute faces. Again, my hand still on his chest. Remember, I'm only human. I press into his chest lightly and felt his muscles. "Damn." I sighed shaking me head making him smirk. He knew exactly what was going through my head. We head into the cafeteria. "Blackmail, Becca? Really?" Matt chided me. 

"What? I'm not above blackmail. Hell, she does it to herself. That b***h is too dumb to learn how not to get STDs." I said matter of fact. "Remind me not to get on your bad side Rebecca." Ben chuckled. "That was amazing though. You got the red hair and the personality to match." He added. I just smile and shake my head at him. 

We got our lunches and found a empty table. I few of the football players came up wanting to meet Ben. He was obviously well built, huge and athletic. Some of the guys who came up had run ins with Matt, and I didn't shy away from them when they were being assholes. I gave Carlos, the team Captain, a sharp look telling him to make his boys behave. I will say being a team captain of a sport does get you some respect into this school, especially since my team has given the school the most sports trophies since I started on varsity freshman year. Carlos read my expression and nodded. He even included Matt in their conversation. 

"Dude, you should walk on during practice and show Coach Tyler what you got. We need more bigger players. What position do you play?" Carlos asked. " I'm a running back." Ben answered, he stayed intense the whole time but somewhat remained friendly. It's hard to explain him. I think it's his way to size up others. Who can handle his intensity and who can't. Ben is a natural leader. This is his way of controlling his surroundings and possibly protecting those important to him. But that's just my best guess. 

"Well, our running back position is taken but you never know. Come by Thursday after school for practice." Carlos said. Ben just nodded and started talking to Matt. Apparently he isn't impressed with boys. "So Rebecca, how's the volleyball team looking this year? You still working those girls hard?" He chuckled. "You know I am Carlos. But everyone is looking on point. Should be another good season." I responded. 

"Volleyball huh?" He asked turning towards me. "Yep, I lived for the sport since I was little." I smiled at him brightly. "You'll have to practice with me one time, I'm pretty good myself." Ben said with a smirk. What a flirt this boy is. " Wilder, I don't think you'll be able to handle her. She's a beast on the court." Another football playing named Jon spoke up. Jon was a decent guy. I didn't mind him so much. "You're probably right, brother." Ben responded while looking at me with a twinkle in his eye. "But I like a challenge." He added winking at me. "Your funeral, Ben." Matt chimed in surprisingly. Matt has gone to all my games cheering for me. He keeps track of our stats during the game as well as individual stats. "I don't worry I will go easy on him, somewhat." I winked back at Ben making him laugh. 

Now, what's lunch without a little drama right? Since the popular jocks were at my table, the attention deprived girls came along flirting with the team. Once again Ben blowing off those coming up to him as he kept his attention on Matt and I. I notice Sara walk up looking at Matt with disgust. "Matt, aren't you at the wrong..." Sara started to say before I cut her off. "Sara choose you next words wisely my dear."  I warned her. She's a b***h too and the girlfriend to Carlos. Carlos is a decent guy, I don't know what he sees in Sara. "f**k you Rebecca, I wasn't talking to you. Mind your own f*****g business." She scowled looking at her boyfriend to defend her. "It is my business." I snapped back. "f*****g stop talking to Rebecca like that, and Matt is exactly where he belongs." Ben barked making Sara and the team shutter. His tone was bold and your voice was powerful. Any softness that was on his face disappeared. He was angry again. "If anyone else a problem with that then f**k off." He added with the same intensity. Oh how this handsome devil makes me smile. Matt was smiling too thankfully. 

"Carlos baby, are you going to allow him to talk to me like that?" She whimpered catching him off guard. Ben turned to look at Carlos, daring him to say something. "Come on Sara, let's go. Matt has every right to sit here." Carlos finally responded. They both left along with the team, everyone saying their goodbyes and no hard feelings. 

"You belong anywhere you want, Matt. Don't let anyone tell you different. I need to teach you how to defend yourself." Ben said sternly. "I know, Ben. I'd like that. Thank you," Matt said. 

Then Ben turned to me. His eyes boring right into mine. "I don't like how people talk to you Rebecca." I just shrug my shoulders. "It's nothing I can't handle." I said flatly. 

"They talk to her like that because of me and anyone else who gets bullied. She's the only person that has ever done anything to help at this school." Matt said with sorrow. I gave him a side hug and kissed his head. "Its worth it, your worth it, Matt. Always." I said cheering him up. 

"Well, Miss Sampson here will have help from now on." Ben stated reaching over and lightly squeezing my hand. Matt and I smiled in response; Ben kept his hand over mine. "I'm off to class, see you guy later." Matt said waving. "See ya buddy."  We both said at once making us laugh. "You're amazing Rebecca. You're beautiful and have a heart. Not too many girls like you." He smiled his Ben Wilder classic. 

"Thank you, Ben. I just hate seeing others hurt. You're pretty amazing yourself. I have not met another guy quite like you." I said smiling back at him.