Everything Under The Covers (Plastic Wrappers)

Highschool is filled with Jealousy

2016

I carefully manuvered myself through the crowded hallways taking care to avoid any attempts to trip me. I knew they strongly disliked me. For reasons unknown to maybe even them; since I mostly avoided communicating with them. I assumed they assumed i was a stuck up rich Queen, who felt she was better than them; since I had achieved so much at a young age. They were right. I despised them all. It wasn't just a matter of class. I was on another level.

I stopped and stood at the academys foyer; sighting my bodyguards Ben and Jerry. It was amusing how I'd given them the nickname as a mean joke; after a particularly vicious tantrum, trying to contribute on how they looked like a pair of goons. Their real names weren't important to me.

"I want to go home I'm bored" I ordered testily crossing my hands over my chest

"It's barely noon. Won't you at least stay for drama club?" The goon formerly known as Ben asked

I pondered for a bit. I did love drama club. Our art teacher was in charge and the man was very attractive. I liked teasing him, because he obviously had so much passion for his craft. It was bittersweet watching him, it made me remember simpler times when I had loved performing on stage with a sweet smile on my face, giving my sincerest and genuine feelings to the whole world. After being trampled on so many times, my enthusiasm had been crushed, but I enjoyed seeing in it others. The drama club worked hard and we had the best productions. This year we were doing a musical and I ofcourse was expected to participate. But I would have rather preferred been a member of the crew, being In the background. Even with my reluctance I wanted to do my best and impress my club members. It hadn't improved their pis$y attitude towards me though. They probably thought that i had special privileges anyways.

I squeezed my eyes shut. I was overthinking again. Truth was, my short meeting with the history teacher had left a bad taste in my mouth. After he had mockkingly addressed my close relationship with the "descendants of the enemy colonists". He then barraged me with warnings about my general behavior and disinterest with school work. It was true. I slept in classes, I didn't pay attention for those I was awake for, I missed huge chunks of school while busy working, I didn't turn in assignments on time due to my busy schedule and left school before closing hours at my whim. Basically he said; if i wasn't a celebrity with special circumstance, and money, i would have failed my grade and probably repeat a class or been kicked out of school.

His lecture had drained whatever residual energy I had left and wiped the glow I had from my earlier daydreaming. I suddenly remembered that my security were looking at me expectedlyy waiting for me to explain myself. By the intensity of their stares; I had assumed that they had been staring for a while

"I won't go for drama, today. I would prefer an afternoon lnap on my bed. I haven't had time to rest since the tour in Amsterdam. I think i still have jetlag from this last trip" i explained

"Alright I understand" Jerry nodded at ben.

"Lets get miss home" They guided me from the entrance to where my Car sat with the driver. He sat up as I entered the Mercedes Jeep

"You're leaving early" he looked startled worried that I'd scold him for catching him play mobile games on the job, when he's supposed to be on standby at all times. I'd caught him earlier but I felt too fatigued to muster any more strength to be annoyed.

"Uh huh I'd like to get home to rest". Ben sat in the car and closed its door after checking the perimeter. Probably for stray paparazzi that ignored the district's policy and would attempt to sneak in and try to stalk me in school. He nodded at the driver.

" Dave. We'll move immediately we get confirmation from the others. Jerry would ride with the other car in front".

After his radio crackled its confirmation. The car cruised leisurely out of the park and picked of speed as it moved through town. I stared at the scenery of suburban houses and lawns with trees as we passed, It was peaceful here. My mum had chosen this community to me to school in and live for me; due to its close-knit setting and how well protected it was. It was enclosed in a secured estate. The community was self sufficient and didn't need to leave to the maintown for anything except people commuting to work. It was ideal. Peace and quiet was what i needed. I had too much troubles on my mind and had to find a way to deal with it quickly. I was slowly unraveling due to the weight on my shoulders. I had to manage myself before I eventually exploded in front of everybody.

The car passed through the electronic gates and moved down the driveway. Stopping in front of the driveway in front of the ornate mahogany door. The house was a modest tudor mansion designed for the modern living. I got to the door, swiftly guided by Jerry, Ben was already standing there. As I stepped inside, My house manager, Kendra stood at the front door with a smile.

"Welcome young miss, i would like to in .." She began saying

" I'm not having lunch, I just want a nap and maybe a shower" I interrupted, Taking off my handbag to put on the hanger, I removed my jacket, to hang it

"Well madam issue is..."

"I don't wanna hear it, I'm tired" I snapped.

Immediately I stepped pass her to get to the stairs. I felt a shift. A swift change, it felt like my heart paused and suddenly blood flowed to all my organs at the same time. I was lit up through every fiber of my being. There was static; pulling me towards the kitchen. Ignoring Kendra , I moved purposely towards the kitchen.

As i stepped in, It pulsed stronger. I felt power, I felt him. He sat opposite the door at the breakfast counter eating a sandwich. He had his phone in his hand and glass of water next to his plate, silently scrolling through as he munched on his food. I tracked his movements as he countinued eating and choked out his name

"Devilin".

Immediately he heard his name, glanced up; as if in surprise but I knew he had been aware of my presence had just decided to acknowledge me now. As we made eye contact, Blood pooled towards my stomach. His glacial eyes seemingly swimming with purple and blue snd sometimes gold sparks seems to grow colder the longer we stared at each other, The more The strange tension between us seemed to grow thicker. About to choke me. I wanted to jump across the kitchen counter. A hynoptic suggestion.I wanted to be closer to him. like a strange buzz under my skin. Before I could implant myself on his body.

Kendra suddenly came from behind me. Probably noticing the strange atmosphere between us, she chortled nervously

"The young master arrived an hour ago". She probably assumed we were both silent due to mutual dislike. She wasnt wrong. He didn't like me.and neither was I fond of him, but I was obsessed with him, I yearned to be closer to him.

"Licking my lips" I turned back to face him and was surprised finding him at the sink washing his hands. Turning the tap off, He dried his hands and took a sip of water from the glass he had kept near. He moved to the counter, after rinsing and storing the glass. Leaning on it slightly, And gave me a withering glance by lowering his eyebrows.

"You're back early from school". He glanced at his inconspicuous watch." Its not even 1:00pm, Any reason why you'd skipped class to hang around here?" He practically growled in his gruff British accent

My stomach started cramping. It did that whenever I was nervous, with that, I started sweating from his attention. My tongue felt heavy so naturally, as I opened my mouth to answer him; I mumbled a confused reply

"...i couldn't...school was too tired...so I go to rest here"

I shut my mouth at his unimpressed scowl and somehow felt ashamed. I wanted to do something to please him to make him look warmly at me. "Security knew of his arrival. They had tried to warn me". I suddenly wished that I had stayed in school and finished all my classes and come home. "At least I wouldnt be guilty of being truant. One less thing to be guilty of, I guess. "

The worse of my numerous offenses ofcourse, would be the very mortal sin of my mother marrying his father. He gave a small nod and straightened up, as he picked up his phone.

"I'm in town for some business. I'd be staying here for the time being" he groused.

"How long are you staying" I asked excitedly..

"Shouldnt be more than three days. The area is secure and peaceful, I'd like to enjoy a day of rest while I'm hereI. I'll see you at a better time" my stepbrother warned as he strode pass me and a very nervous Kendra out of the kitchen.