Chapter 40
I appeared on the field twenty minutes late on purpose
The girls were gathered in a circle around coach Ann
I stood right next to Madison
"Hey. I've been looking all over for you" she said
"Sorry. I was a little bit irritated by something, that's why I stormed off the way I did"
"Oh sorry"
"It's fine"
"Are you okay now?"
"Yes b"
"Good"
I looked around for Leslie. She was already staring at me from the opposite side
"Are you okay?" She mouthed
I nodded
"Thanks" I mouthed back
She gave me a thumbs up. I smiled at her
Football practice was going on at the other side of the field
I spotted Drew and some other guys doing push ups, probably part of their conditioning
He doesn't even look slightly heartbroken. It even seems like he's happy about the whole situation. That's what's hurting me the most. Here I was crying my eyes out throughout the night. I couldn't get any sleep while the person I'm weeping for isn't even bothered at all
I shook my head and focused my attention back on Coach Ann
"Hi ladies" she spoke
"Hi coach"
"Today we have a new member on our team. Madison step out please"
"Wish me luck" Madison squeezed my hand
Whoa, chill out babe. You're getting a tad bit too comfortable
"Good luck"
"Thanks"
I patted her back before she walked into the middle of the circle. The girls clapped to support her
I didn't. I mean why would I?
Wolf whistles were heard from the guys of the football team
What do you expect?
They'd die for anything in a crop top and mini skirt. I have to admit, she did look good in our uniform though.
I looked at Drew to see his reaction. He winked at her which made her blush
I closed my eyes and took slow deep breaths
Calm down
Calm down
It's not that serious
"Martins, is everything alright?" Coach asked me
All eyes were on me now. I flashed a sweet fake smile
"Of course. Everything's fine"
The football coach came on the field just in time to catch the boys staring at us instead of practicing
"What?" He screamed "I'm gone for fifteen minutes and this is what happens?"
We giggled.
"Ooh, they got busted" Demi said
"All of you run fifty laps around track now" he blew his whistle
The boys groaned as they jogged to the tracks
"Wow" I said "that was interesting"
They laughed
"Alright alright" Coach continued 'let's get to know you Madison"
"Hmm" Maddy started "I obviously love to dance, that's why I'm here"
"Show us a move then" Missy scoffed, jealousy was evident on her face
Everyone ooh'd and ahh'd
Madison looked happy to accept the challenge. She had a sassy look on her face
"Sure"
Madison did a pirouette four times in a row, went into a front walk over and landed in a side split position.
We clapped in awe. The way she connected her moves were smooth and effortless.
Whoa, the girl really is good. Missy rolled her eyes, embarrassed
She got up and dusted herself
"I'm also not afraid to fight in case a bitch decides to run up on me, you'll get your ass beat" she looked directly at Missy
She had an attitude that I liked. She isn't afraid to speak her mind
"You don't want to mess with me" Missy replied getting closer
"I want to" Maddy had her fists clenched
"Break it up" Coach pushed Missy back in line
"As I was saying" Maddy flipped her hair "I may seem rude and stuck up but deep down, I'm the sweetest person you'll ever meet. What you see is what you get"
We clapped again. I respect vocal people a lot
I'm starting to like this girl, like for real
"That was very impressive" coach said "give it up for Maddy one more time"
We clapped again as she returned to her position
"You did great" I gave her a high five
"Really?"
"Yes"
"Thank you"
"You're welcome"
"Too bad Drew wasn't here to see me" she pouted
Wait...... You know what. I'm just gonna go straight to the point and ask
"Do you and Drew have something going on?"
"Nope. Why?"
"Seems like it"
"Well.... I do like him"
Great. Of course she likes him. I badly wanted to throw my hands up in the air dramatically
"Wow"
"I don't know if he feels the same way"
"You should probably tell him"
I'm just going to play along for now. I want to see what happens
"Thanks. I will"
Nooo. I was joking. Don't tell him!!!!
"There's nothing much to do today" coach spoke "you girls have been working so hard, take a day off"
We cheered. This is the reason why I love coach. She gets the pressure we're under
"Amber, see me in my office"
"Yes ma'am"
Amber followed her back to school. Wait... Since the incident Amber and I haven't talked about what I saw on her phone
Are they still having an affair? This bitch has a lot of explaining to do
"We're free now, yeah?" Maddy asked me
"Yes"
"Alright"
She walked away, towards the school building. I shrugged
Where she goes isn't any of my business
"Hey" Leslie walked up to me
"Hey babe, what's up?"
"Nothing, have you talked to Drew?"
I rolled my eyes
"No. He's too busy with Maddy. Didn't you notice?"
"Aww. Is Bella Martins jealous?" She teased
"Please. She has nothing on me"
"Whatever floats your boat "
"Drew doesn't even care. He doesn't even look hurt at all. I'm the one feeling the pain"
At this point I just wanted to sit on the floor and cry. I didn't even realize tears had come out of my eyes till Leslie wiped my face
"Come here baby"
She pulled me into a tight hug. I sobbed on her shoulder
"It hurts. Now he's flirting with that girl. She just told me she likes him"
She sighed
"It's alright. Just try and get your mind off it"
"I'll try"
She held me as we walked to school. I'm sure I would have fallen if I walked alone
I stopped at my locker to get my clothes so I could change
"Will you be alright babe? I wanna go home"
I nodded
"You can go"
She gave me a kiss on my forehead
"Call me if you need anything"
"Sure"
She gave me a hug then left. I sighed sadly
As if my day couldn't get any worse, I heard giggling at the back
Who else would it be? They were at the back laughing and flirting with each other like fifth graders
If Drew can be happy then so can I. No need beating myself up for someone who doesn't care
I searched through my bag for my phone. I scrolled down my contacts for one person I know I can always call.
I waited for the phone to ring. Finally, he picked up
"Hello?" He sounded weak and sleepy
"Hey, are you busy?"
"Oh, Bella it's you. No, I'm free. Any problem? "
"I need your help"