What's An Alpha?

nine

“We all are trying to forget someone.”

There is blood all over the floors and all the mirrors over the sinks are shattered. Some walls have a hole punched through them.

What the heck happened in here? Debris covers most of the floor while water seems to pour out of nowhere.

“Jacob!” I scream as loudly as I can but I receive no answer. I feel my heart pumping faster as I slowly step forward. Most of the things seem to be destroyed in the washroom like an animal was released in here.

I was about to leave thinking they may have left when I hear people talking in low voices. I follow the sound which leads me out and in the next room.

Colton is leaning on a desk with sweat showing through his white shirt and on his forehead while Jacob stands next to him. As soon as I enter, they both turn to look at me.

“What are you doing here?” Colton asks hoarsely and I feel nervous.

“I was checking on you, to see that you were okay.” I mutter and look at the wall behind them. This is so awkward.

“This all happened because of you! If you hadn’t been so blind of what was happening around you, then maybe this all would have never happened!” Colton yells at me suddenly. What is he talking about?

“I don’t understand s**t what you’re trying to say.” I fold my arms feeling slightly annoyed. He’s talking in circles.

“You don’t.” He throws his hands in the air and stares hard at me.

“You know what’s your problem? You’re one of the most stubborn people I’ve ever met! Like are you mentally retarded?!” Colton screeches and I feel tears welling up .

I walk straight out of the room, tears pouring down my face. What is his problem? I want to punch him straight in the face. What the f**k was he talking about?

I run out of the school and approach Skylar who is waiting near my car. She looks surprised when she sees me crying.

“What happened?” She asks anxiously and holds my arms while I continue to shake.

After telling her what happened, I stop crying and Skylar almost marches into the building and kicks his ass but I hold on to her.

“He’s such a jerk! I always heard that he had a bad temper but I’ve never heard of anyone who doesn’t control themselves.” She says angrily and I laugh.

“Never dare to talk to him again.” Skylar says rigidly and I nod my head.

“Still want to go to the movies?” I push all the thoughts from my head and relax.

*A few days later*

“Yo, Olivia. I’m having a party at my house tonight, want to come?” Matthew asks while I’m entering the school in the morning.

“Sure, I’m not even doing anything tonight.” I answer back as I look for Skylar to tell her this news.

“You will not believe what Matthew just asked me!” I walk excitedly up to her as her eyes widen at the mention of his name.

“That he’s taking me out for the dance?” She asks briskly as I chuckle. You wish.

“No, but he invited me to a party at his house tonight.” Skylar jumps up in glee, I’ve never been that excited for going to a party.

Someone taps me from behind and I turn around to find Catherine looking at me with a smile. I turn around.

“Olivia, we're having the cheer team tryouts today. You should come.” Catherine suggests and I c**k my head wondering what miracle must have happened that she would talk to me.

“Sorry, but I’m not the dancing type.” I decline politely and she frowns.

“Um, okay but if you change your mind it’s in the auditorium in the other building so join.” Catherine says and walks away.

“You should try out.” I tell Skylar as we walk towards the gym.

“Yeah, I’ll do it.” Skylar replies.

I spend the rest of the day while looking at the clocks waiting for the day to be over so I can run from this prison which they call school.

“Do you think I’ll make the team?” Skylar asks uneasily and I try to comfort her. 

“Don’t worry. You’ll be fine.” I try my best but she still looks queasy about it. We walk in the other building together. Many people showed up for the tryouts.

I walk towards the seats and sit down waiting for it to begin.

“Hi.” Someone says awkwardly behind me and  turn to find Jacob looking at me. What does he want now? 

“I know you hate me a lot but at least listen to what I have to say.” Jacob implores and I roll my eyes and look back to where the auditions have already started.

“So, Colton lost control, and he literally lost his mind. He didn’t mean to say any of that but he has a hot temper. He regrets saying any of that to you. I know Colton’s an asshole but try to at least give him a second chance.” Jacob drones on and I zone him out. If he really cared then he should have told me that on his own.

Not sent his dear best friend to do it. My gaze turns to where Skylar is dancing. To be honest, she is good.

I leave as soon as she’s done not caring what Jacob has to say.

The rest of the day is a blur as I complete my essay for History. I throw on a simple black dress and white sneakers and head towards Matthew’s party at night.

Apparently, I wasn’t the only person he invited. I park my car and enter his house. The strong smell of alcohol hits me..

Music is blaring from speakers and people are dancing together. I look for Skylar who arrived way earlier than me.

I walk towards the kitchen when I accidentally step on someone’s foot and am falling onto the when someone catches me.

“Colton.”

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