Chapter 3: New School Year
1681 Words
Catrina’s POV
Sunday went by smoothly at work and everyone had heard about the school having new students this school year. It was all employees and customers could talk about...guess that is what you get when you live in a small town. When I got back home that evening my Aunt had a bag packed and told me she was going to be staying with someone till Wednesday. Her thoughts were all about a guy and all the ‘fun’ they would have so I just told her to have fun and would see her Wednesday. She gave me a glare before leaving. The moment she left I texted Lauren to see if she wanted to spend the night with me for a few nights. She said not tonight but Monday and Tuesday absolutely. So here I was Monday morning and am laying wide awake unable to sleep any and my alarm clock hasn’t even gone off yet. I crawled out of bed and decided to start getting ready. I walked downstairs and looked in the fridge for something to eat thankfully Daniel had taken me with him and his mom to the store yesterday after work, so I actually had food to pick from. I decided to make some cinnamon rolls and bacon. I preheated the oven and got a skillet out to cook the bacon on. While waiting on the oven I turned on the TV and watched the news.
‘This is Breaking News. Several homes were found broken into and everyone was murdered inside. The police don’t have any leads as of now, but we will get you the news as we get it.’
“Great a murderer is out there.” They showed a map of the neighborhood, and it was only 10mins from here. “Of course they would be close by too. The world is getting dangerous.” I said with a huff. The oven beeped so I got up and grabbed a pan to put the cinnamon rolls in and put them in the oven setting the timer. I watched the news for a while then got to making the bacon. I finished the bacon right as the oven went off. I took them out and let them cool before putting icing on them. I grabbed a Coca-Cola can and made myself a plate then sat down. I scrolled and found NCIS was on, so I clicked it and watched it. I was about to have a second helping when the house phone rang.
“Hello”
‘Hey girl it’s me. I need help deciding what to wear. Can I come over and get your input?’
“Of course.” I laughed at her. She hung up and was ringing the doorbell 8mins later. I let her in, and she had a pile of clothes in her arms. “what is all of this” I asked closing the door.
“I couldn’t pick so I brought options over plus the Witch isn’t here so I can enjoy spending time with you.” She said with a smile.
“Okay you show me the clothes while I eat that way we can figure out what you will wear for our First day of Senior year.” I told her. I got a second helping of food and sat down.
She showed me all of her different clothes, and we decided a pink top and plaid pink and black skirt with heels would be what she would wear.
“Can I get some?” she motioned to the kitchen.
“Sure, I am going to take a quick shower.”
“Okay I will eat and clean up for you then pick out your outfit.” She chuckled.
I rolled my eyes and headed upstairs. I made sure to take my time taking care of myself in my bathroom. I had just finished drying my hair when Lauren burst through the door.
“WHEN DID YOU BUY DRESSES?” She asked excitedly.
“I have always had them. I just don’t wear them and will not wear them today.” I told her in a serious tone.
“Fine” She drew out going back in my bedroom.
I threw my hair into a ponytail and put ointment on the bruises, burns and wound on my head that was sealed but still hurt to touch. I left the bathroom and over to the closet, I crossed my arms and leaned on the door way. “Any winners?” I asked knowing that since I told her no dress she would say no.
“Not really. You pick what you want. I’m going to get ready.” She said leaving my closet.
I went and grabbed a deep red shirt that had black roses on it and paired it with black jeans and black tennis shoes.
“Girl I love the look. Its fierce! Guess you’re not going to do shirt, jacket and jeans this year?” She asked knowing I had worn faded jeans, tennis shoes, and basic shirts with a sweat jackets last semester.
“I am still going to wear a jacket since I still have my burns and bruises, but I am trying to dress differently now.” I told her grabbing a slick black jacket from a hanger.
“Not a fan of the jacket but it still looks nice, and I get why you need to wear it.” She said with a tight smile.
We both finished getting ready. I put a little make-up on while she put a full face of make-up on like normal. We both finished and she headed back to her house to get her bags. I grabbed my phone putting it in my back pocket then grabbed my book bag and wallet and headed down stairs. I grabbed my keys and set the alarm and locked the house and headed out. I waited in the driveway for them to come out and they were arguing again. I heard the car unlock and got in the back. They both climbed in still arguing over what sounded like sports or something.
“Girl tell my brother that my outfit is cute and not too short.”
“That skirt is short it barely hits mid-thigh on you.” He back fired.
“So, my cheer uniform is the same length.”
“She has a point.” I added.
He grumbled and backed out heading to school. The three of us all go to an academy school that the best of the best go to. There is no uniform which I found as a plus. Our school was named Brighten High Academy. I got in for having amazing grades which meant I didn’t have to pay the school fee since I got in on a scholarship. Lauren and Daniel have good grades, and their parents pay for them to go there. Daniel does Football and Track while Lauren does cheerleading. I go to their competitions and games but don’t do any of that stuff since it would cost and I can’t pay it. We pulled up to the school parking lot and parked the car. The parking lot was normally crazy busy and packed, but it was even more packed and crazier today. We all got out of the car and headed inside and too our lockers.
“I knew the hallways would be packed but this is crazy.” Daniel said getting his books from his locker.
The three of us have lockers next to one another. “Yeah this is crazy.” I repeated grabbing my books for class.
‘So many new choices here.’ I suddenly heard a males thoughts. I turned around and saw a group of guys across the hall from us and they were all tall and built.
“If all the new guys look like that I will definitely love Senior year.” Lauren purred.
So, they are some of the new students. One of the guys looked up and over at us. He had the bluest eyes I had ever seen, dark brown hair and he had to be at least 6ft.
‘Those two are attractive. I think I found my next targets.’ I heard the same males thoughts. He smiled really big and nodded in our direction.
“Oh my.” Lauren sighed. She was fanning her face while I rolled my eyes at him and her reaction.
‘The tall one will be easy, but the short one will be a challenge.’ I heard the males voice again.
This is both weird and annoying. I normally only hear family’s thoughts this easily, yet I can hear this strangers thoughts. It was odd and I really wish I couldn’t hear his thoughts. They were gross.
“Girl let’s get to class. We have first period together.” Lauren said giving me a nudge with her arm.
“Yeah lets head to class.” I said as we walked away. We got to our first period which was English and walked in and found our seats. I had just pulled some paper and pen to mess with for the first day when the guy from earlier came in but had another guy next to him that look almost just like him. The only thing different were their eye color. The guy from earlier had blue eyes while the one standing next to him had Gray eyes.
‘Love the red heads style. She is cute too.’
‘I agree with that brother. Though she will be a challenge.’
“Great.” I mumbled pissed and annoyed.
“Did you say something?” Lauren asked me.
“Nope.” She looked away and I set my forehead on the desk.
‘I can already hear my Aunts thoughts and now I have two others I can hear, and I can’t even control whether I hear theirs or not.’ I thought. “It’s going to be a long year.” I said in a whisper to myself.
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