Avoiding

Valentina's POV

I was laying down on my bed at 5 o'clock in the morning, starring at the ceiling. i barely could sleep after the kiss yesterday. I couldn't take my mind of it.

I was too stunned to say anything, and Blake for once didn't

say anything stupid. She just grabbed her stuff and left without saying a word.

My room still smelled of her cologne.

Her overpowering yet sweet smelling cologne.

I thought about skipping school today, not sure if I wanted to face her or not.

We only had two classes together, maybe I could skip gym or English.

ENGLISH!

FUCK.

I mentally slapped myself, we still have to finish the project and we haven't even started yet.

I made up my mind yesterday night, that I'll just do the project on my own. The project was basically about writing a report on a famous English book or play. Like the play Romeo and Juliet or anything like that. I didn't worry too much, English class was always a piece of cake to me.

I looked at my alarm clock on my bedroom dresser. 5:30 it read.

The bus doesn't come until 7:40, but I always like waking up early. My dad sensed something was wrong, but I couldn't tell him, he wouldn't understand. At least I don't think so.

Avoid Blake or go to school?

I had to admit, Blake was right when she said I was a teachers pet. I just liked to learn and get my work done on time.

Who would have guessed on the third week of school, I would be questioning my sexuality.

I got up regretfully and made my way to the bathroom.

I brushed my teeth and washed my face. I put a little makeup on consisting of eyeliner and a little brown eyeshadow to make my eyes pop a little.

I noticed how my eyes were dull compared to Blake's. I closed my eyes and took a deep breath.

I got to get her off my mind.

That kiss yesterday...does that mean I liked it? I decided to to the project by myself, so does that mean did I?

Emotions feel like a slow river filled with honey. (That line is fucken poetry ha ha ha.)

After putting on makeup, I decided to curl my short black hair. It stopped at my shoulders. Then I went back to my room to find some clothes.

I decided on a matching red jumpsuit with blue or green stripes running down the sides. I paired those up with some green adidas.

I heard a knock at the door and soon heard my dad's voice. "Hey honey, I'm going to go to work." He said sounding cheerful, he loved his job teaching loud noisy troublemakers at the school.

"Okay, bye dad!" I yelled back.

I checked the clock again, 7:30.

Just ten minutes to spare.

I grabbed my bookbag, gym clothes and got a quick breakfast sandwich and left to catch the bus.

I had my permit, but I never got around to getting my license.

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Remind me why we never went and got my license? I ask myself, while walking off the bus.

That place was a danger zone along with every school bus I've ever been on. Its like you have to silently pray that the bus wont crash...cause if that happens, everyone is dead.

Is there a reason my bus doesn't have seatbelts? Or at least seats without rips?

The school I was going to looked rich but the busses are shit. I kept thinking about that, as I walked up to the school.

I walked slower noticing Blake standing by the mustang, which I'm guessing is hers. The mustang looked sleek and brand-new.

She was standing around with her twin sister Zane, and a few other people, who I'm guessing are very popular as well.

I decided to walk faster and pretend I haven't noticed them in the parking lot right beside me.

I was almost at the school's entrance when i heard my name being called. "Valentina!"

Blake.

I paused for a second, my heart feeling like it skipped a beat, but I pretend I didn't hear and kept walking.

Almost there I said to myself.

"VALENTINA!" Blake shouted.

This time I figured she would know I was avoiding her, so I decided to act like i was looking for someone of my name.

I turned left, looked up and down, trying not to make it seem like Blake was calling me. She had to get the attention of the people nearby and they seemed to be looking for me too.

Luckily the bell ranged and I could escape peacefully.

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I went o the gym locker and quickly changed into my clothes. I just wore some plain black shorts with a white tank. Macy still hasn't said anything to me, and I'm not sure if that is a good thing or bad.

She seemed to be really sweet when we first met, but either way, I had other things on my mind. Speaking of which, Blake came in right after the late bell with some of her friends around laughing.

I pretend not to notice, but it was hard since they were now blocking the bathroom. I got my cellphone out and pretended like I was messaging people while I waited for them to move.

After about 5minutes, I figured I would just have to brush them somehow being invisible.

I walked up to them, and noticed how they turned to look at me. It was Blake with three other girls.

"Excuse me," I said politely.

The three girls moved, leaving Blake still standing in my way.

I let out a nervous breath, hoping Blake wouldn't notice. Blake starred at me and even looked a little irritated.

"I called you this morning," she stated "I'm pretty sure you heard me."

I decided to play it off, I kind of of seen this coming.

"Y-Yea I did... but I wasn't sure if you meant me or someone else. Valentina is a common name." I said with a little confidence.

I was lying my ass off and I felt like everyone knew it.

One of the girls standing next to Blake let out a little laugh while poorly attempting to cover her mouth.

I gulped a little, pretending not to notice. Blake stood her ground and didn't move.

"I really have to go to the bathroom," I said, I shuffled my feet back and forth for effect. Blake moved to the side without saying a word. I walked passed them feeling a bit awkward. I could feel all their stares at my back.

Great way to start off a new year.

I got into the stall and realize....son of a bitch, I thought, false alarm. I guess I didn't have to use the bathroom as much as I thought.

I just stood there awkwardly, trying to think of my next move. I heard the bathroom door open and close.

I flushed the toilet just for effect and opened the stall door; I came face to face with Blake. I gulped and shut the door in her face.

My heart felt like racing, I didn't wanna say anything to her, not today. I could see her Jordan sneakers on the outside of the stall facing towards me.

"You cant stay in there forever." Blake said quietly. I tired to hold my breath but I couldn't help it.

I was breathing deeply out of my mouth. I felt anxious. Why cant she just go away? I thought. I heard a small knock on the door.

"Can you at least talk to me?" Blake asked. I leaned against the bathroom stall wall.

I can do that, I think. What's the worse that can happen?

I put my hand on the stall door and opened it slowly.

Blake stood there a few inches over me, looking at me. She had her hands in her pocket and a concerned look on her face.

"Are you okay?" she asked. I was pretty sure she knew what was on my mind.

I nodded my head and looked down. Someone should really clean this floor, I observed.

"Look Valentina, about yesterday I-" Blake started to say.

I held my hands in protest. I looked at her green eyes. But I quickly looked down, suddenly feeling anxious all over again.

"Yesterday meant nothing to me." I lied. I looked up again quick and than back down, but not before seeing the flash of hurt across her face.

I stepped around her to wash my hands. Even after I dried my hands, I didn't hear any reply.

Blake walked up towards me and pushed me up against the sink.. I could feel the cold sink pressing onto my back. She placed both hands on each side of my body. Her lips were dangerously close to mine.

I slid away from her, backing myself into the bathroom wall. She quickly followed me and pressed her body slightly into mine.

I looked towards the bathroom door, which seemed to be locked. Then I looked at the stalls.

Blake and I were the only people in the bathroom.

Where is the gym teacher? I thought. She has to know that two students by now are missing.

Blake leaned off of me but still stood in the way. "I'm sorry if I was rushing things, I thought you seemed interesting and pretty cool. I know it can be weird finding out your lesbian, but-,"

"I'm not a lesbian," I interrupted for the second time, "I told you I didn't like it."

Blake face palmed herself and slowly brought her hand down her face. "Okay, cupcake...."

"But seriously, I'm sorry, I should've given you more time to adjust to school life and everything." Blake finished sounding sincere.

"Not lesbian." I whispered. I tapped my feet nervously, wanting to speed out of there.

Blake leaned forward really fast, and before I could object, her lips touched mine. She slowly moved her lips against mine devouring the taste. I put my hands on her chest, giving in to how soft and smooth her lips were.

She put her hands on my waist, inches away from my butt. It was only an 8 second kiss, before Blake pulled away. She gave me a quick peck on the cheek and turned away.

I watched her trying to catch her breath. She opened the door and turned to look at me. "I'll see you this weekend so we finish our project,' she said. A small smirk appeared on her face.

I touched my lips and remained silent.

"I'll see you then....cupcake."

I couldn't stop a smile from growing on my face.

That time I think I did like it.