Chapter 23

♡ Lauren’s POV ♡ I ignored them and continued to doodle. I almost went mad when I felt Polly's hand roughly grasp my face and force me to look at her. "Can't you hear me talking to you, bitch? ""She shouted as a blood vessel in her neck seemed to burst. "Oh, I hear you, I just don't notice sluts.” I shrugged. She looked at me in shock, then frowned. "So where did the sudden bravery come from? "She asked. "Like I said, I don't like talking to people who aren't worth it.” I replied. She must not have liked my answer, because the next thing I knew her face was inches away from mine and her fingers were roughly gripping mine. "Listen to me, you little fellow! I can easily interrupt you, so I don't think it's good for you to make me nervous.” She screamed and spat in my face. I cringe inwardly. "Polly, don't you think you've made your point? There's no need to blow up in her face.” I heard Magee say. His face glanced forward at us. I don't know if I'm happy or disappointed? Did he just save me from Polly's wrath? She watched him straighten himself up and push Vicky aside. "Oh, honey, I didn't see you there.” She mumbled awkwardly. Magee was about to answer, but when she came into the classroom, the teacher interrupted her to keep everyone quiet. "Sit down, you two.” "Said Mrs Maggie. Vicky and Polly looked at her angrily, then turned angrily and sat down. But BEFORE Vicky could leave, I stopped her. "Nice jacket Vicky, I'm glad to know that with my bad fashion sense you still had the guts to take my jacket without my permission.” I said, giving her the sweetest smile I could muster. "I --" she stammered. Polly looked at her in disgust and mumbled an "EWW" to make everyone laugh except Magee and me. When they finally sat down, the teacher began the lesson. I was distracted throughout the class because Magee would discreetly wink at me and give me kissing faces without anyone seeing. After class, I spent time packing up because I didn't want Polly or Vicky to collude with me now. I even considered skipping lunch today so I wouldn't be in their sights for the rest of the day. Who knows what they will do to me because I decided to refute their stupid mouth. "Wow, you had a good time there.” Magee made me jump. "Oh, damn it! ” I screamed, not expecting him to be there. I looked around and was surprised to see that there were only two of us in the classroom. What time did everyone leave? Damn it, I must have drifted off again. "You've been really nervous lately.” 'he muttered, staring at me from head to toe. "Well, thanks for stopping Polly earlier.” I said. I was trying to distract him. 'Oh, that's nothing, we're friends now, aren't we? "He asked hesitantly. "I think so.” "I said uncertainly. I feel very uncomfortable about this question. I really don't know what to call us. It was still strange to have a friendly conversation with him and not have him look at me as if he hated me. He must have sensed the awkwardness, for he scratched the back of his head and looked at me in confusion. "Well, see you later? ""He asked hopefully, looking like a lost puppy. "Later? "Where the fuck does he want to see me? "Yes, for the project.” He answered. Oh. . I totally forgot about that project. Shit, that means Magee and I are the only ones in that house anymore. Last time that happened, things got really heated. "Oh, yes, the project.” I replied, patting my palm to my forehead. He smiled and gave me an embarrassed smile before leaving the classroom. Damn, that was really embarrassing. I left the classroom and went outside, away from the students. There is a big tree near the field where the football players practice. It was empty and seemed peaceful. I decided to go there, perhaps to study for the exam coming next week. I sat cross-legged under the tree and took out my book. I had only been studying for a few minutes when I heard loud shouts getting closer. There was a big group of people walking towards me, on the court, and I guess they would practice because some of them had the ball in their hands. I could see Magee among them, and I groaned. It's just what I need. He must have seen me, too, because he gave me a smile before one of his friends threw him down. I rolled my eyes at their frolic and returned to my study. What a bunch of idiots. I was upset when a ball landed on the bag at my feet. I looked up at the criminal and saw a football player who always made fun of me. "Hey, fat bitch, will you bring the ball back? ""He shouted, and some people laughed except Magee. He glared at the guy like he wanted to kill him. "Of course.” I answered a little too sweetly. I stood up with the ball in my hand. I gathered all my strength and kicked the ball hard at him, and it hit him straight in the dick. The boys let out an Ohh, and some put their hands over their mouths. His face curled up in pain, then he dropped to his knees, grabbed his crotch and cursed at me. "Oh, my God! ” I exclaimed sarcastically. That's what you deserve, asshole. Magee looked at me with a proud smile. I smiled back and laughed at the guy. He rolled around in the grass, crying his ass off, and everyone there laughed at him.