First Day Chapter 1:
My shoes crunch the gravel as I step inside the college building. The smell of mud and sweat hits my nose…ew. You don’t know where I am do you? Well, let me tell you about me. Hi! I’m Lavender Cobble-ties and I just got qualified for Duke University! Yep, that luxury prestige college that’s just down the road from where I lived! I finally got accepted into this place and now, I’m going to paint my destiny! Back to the story…
I pass by the other students, stumbling my way into the headmaster’s office.
“Oh! Lavender Milly Cobble-ties, right?” She said. I hated that middle name…
“Yes, that’s me! Your Headmaster Scowl?” I asked, gesturing to shake my hand. She shook it firmly.
“Yes, indeed. Have a seat, please.” She gestured to the seat in front of the desk. I sat down with a smile. “We are happy to have you hear Ms. Cobble-ties! We hope you enjoy your years here! Overall, the curriculum is very good for you and your peers! We have clubs, part time jobs, internships, projects, sports, and more! We are excited to have you join us in these activities!”
I nod excitedly. “I know! I’m so happy to be here! I’m surprised you even acknowledged my application!”
“Of course! It was beautifully clear and written. Your school academic grades were excellent!” She holds my academic credentials in one hand and a pencil in the other, smiling ear to ear. “Now, here is the list for clubs, jobs, sports, and other activities to do here! Your dorm number is 203 on the first floor of the on-campus building.” Headmaster Scowl said, handing me my dorm key. “Your basic courses will help you decide your major or shape your path to graduate school. Later you will move to your major-specific courses. Communication with your academic advisor and professors is recommended. Work with your instructor to find internships or student organizations that fit your major.” Headmaster said plainly. “Any questions?”
“Um…no. Not at all!” I said as I walked out of the office. “Well, have a great day! Good luck! That list also shows your classes needed to go to!” Headmaster Scowl said, now focusing back on her work on her computer. I nod at her words, going out to the hallway. I sigh as I head to go to my dorm but wait…where is the campus dorm rooms located? I glance at the list in my hand, hoping for something to tell me the location! Sadly, it didn’t help so I was on my own! I looked around for someone to ask or get help from! Suddenly, I saw a guy with short brown hair, some of the strands covering his hazel eyes. He had a backpack slinger over his back. His chiseled frame looked small from where I was standing. I tapped his arm to ask for some assistance. He looks approachable I thought.
“Excuse me?” I said to him, politely. He turned around, his gaze on me. His eyes roamed around my body before he sneered “who are you?”
“I’m Lavender Cobble-ties, the new student. I was wondering if you knew where the on-campus dorm rooms are-“
“Don’t know, don’t care.” He said gruffly, scratching the back of his neck.
“You should because the pin on your backpack says you’ve been a student for a year now.” I said, pointing at the pin on his backpack.
“…it’s just outside the campus to the left…” he mumbled, narrowing his eyes at me. He walked away, his strides long.
“Oh…thanks!” I yelled at him.
He just walked away, not listening to me. Weirdo...well, at least I know where my dorm is.
Roommate Chapter 2:
I push the door open with my foot, carrying my bags in one hand. I plop my bags down on my bed and start to unpack.
"Hopefully, I don't have a roommate...I don't need a bratty person to bother me every day and night." I mumble as I unpack my bags. I put my clothes in the drawer, put my snacks in the mini fridge, and put my stuffed animals on the shelves. Finally, I set my books on a small table. I layed down on my bed and stared at the ceiling before pulling out my phone to check out the college Whatsapp group.
DJ: Wattup
Rizzler Ryan: Hey
Georgia: Hiiii~ Did you guys volunteer for the art club?
Christina: Yea, gurl!!! I heard Devon is going to be there with his friends!
Charles: EWWW! WHAT THE HECK, KRISTY?!
Oh that's cute. Christina is interested in this guy. I wonder who he is...I continue scrolling, reading the messages they sent, rapidly.
Christina: I just think he's cute~
BroStopLyin: Hey, what's going on?
Christina: NOTHING!
Georgia: We were talking about the art club, that's all.
BroStopLyin: Oh, niceeeeeee...I'll probs go to the welcome party.
Rizzler Ryan: WHAT WELCOME PARTY?!
BroStopLyin replied to Rizzler Ryan: The one in Charles dorm. Everyone from the art club is gonna be there. I heard the new kid even signed up.
Christina: who? >:[
Gee-Gee: Yeah! I saw her in the hallway! She looked nice and harmless.
Rizzler Ryan: Don't worry. Once I meet her she won't be hArMlEsS
Charles: DUDE LEAVE THE KID ALONE!
Rizzler Ryan: Ok Ok...GeEzZz
What do I say? They are talking about me...I know! I'll change my nickname and my pfp! That way, I'll seem cooler and not as new! I type in my new name; Destiny'sDivine...hm...it'll work. I change my pfp to a cute white cat and type my message.
Destiny'sDivine: hi...😉
Rizzler Ryan: Hey...how'd you like to be ri-
Gee-Gee: STOP! BRO STOP!
Rizzler Ryan: Shut up Gee-Gee!
Rizzler Ryan was banned by Gee-Gee
Charles: ;-;
BroStopLyin: oof
Christina: Rest in Reese's pieces lol
Georgia: fr fr
Charles: Welcome @Destiny'sDevine! Welcome to our group chat! What club are you in?
Destiny'sDivine: I'm in the art club.
Christina: How come we've never seen you there? U the new kid?
Destiny'sDivine: No, its my second year I just rarely go anywhere involving the club :D
Gee-Gee: sus
BroStopLyin: Very sus lol gtg guys! I have to get to my dorm
Charles: ok...hav fun with ur new dormmate
Georgia: Byeeee
Christina: Bye
Gee-Gee: Bye @BroStopLyin!!!
Suddenly, my phone died! I guess after using it on the way here, it didn't last long. I plugged up my phone and sat down on my bed. Instantaneously, the door opened and a bag fell to the floor. The backpack was familiar...very familiar. A guy stepped in, his eyes glaring at me. Instantly, his eyes grew wide as he said "YOUR THE KID FROM THE HALLWAY!!!"
I tilted my head to the side in confusion. "Um..who are you, exactly?"
"YOU ASKED ME FOR HELP! YOU ASKED ME WHERE THE DORMS WERE!" he pointed at me dramatically.
"MY ROOMMATE IS A BOY?!"
"MY ROOMMATE IS A GIRL?!"
What the- Chapter 3:
"The resident advisor said this is the only dorm and know one else wants to change..." He said, putting away his phone. "Looks like we're stuck here, squirt."
"Don't call me squirt!" I yelled. He rolled his eyes before plopping down on his bed. “Ok..I’ll call ya kid!” He laughed.
"Oh, well...we'll have to get used to it. Since we're here, I'm Devon." He holds out his hand to shake mine. I didn't want to appeal as friends, so I didn't shake his hand.
"Hm..." I grunt softly.
"Look, I know we got on the wrong foot before but we have to get along somehow. Otherwise we'll be a pest to each other!" He said, still holding out his hand. "C'mon! Don't leave me hanging!"
I sighed before shaking his hand, firmly. "Good girl..." He teased, ruffling my hair. "So, Lavender..." he said, savoring my name on his tongue like it was sweet. "where ya from?"
"Here, North Carolina." I say as I sit on my bed, my legs crossed.
"Nice. I'm from Florida. Did you join any clubs yet, Lavender from North Carolina?"
I bite my lip. "The Art Club, the Writing Club, and the Piano Club."
"Oh, cool. I'm in The Art Club and The Basketball Varsity Team." He smiled, putting his head in his palm. "You going to the club's welcome meeting?"
"Um...I don't think so." I shake my head. I lied. I'm going but I'm going to be Destiny Devine! I'm going to be marvelous! I won't wear my glasses, I'll dye my hair blue, and I'll wear makeup for once!
"Huh. Bummer...it's gonna be lit. My friends are gonna be there." He chuckled to himself. "But Christina...ew."
"Who?"
"Christina, the popular cheerleader who's good at everything. She's a real blondie who acts so proud all the time. She has fans and lackies everywhere. She even has love letters sent to her every Valentine's Day from numerous guys. She never sends any...except to me. She flirts, she hugs, she cuddles, she texts, she even stalks me! Christina's a real weirdo, I tell ya...sadly, I'm the only one who sees her true colors, really." He scratched the back of his neck.
"Sounds like a real perfectionist. The cheerleader wanting the Basketball Star." I chuckle and roll my eyes.
"Yeah, she is. I mean, she can have my flirtatious friend Ryan! Their perfect for each other." He chuckled. He checked his phone after getting up and saying "Time for class...see you there." He waved goodbye before walking out the door. I was going to follow him but...I should change clothes for a good impression. I got up and went to my closet. I pull out my bear hoodie crop top and brown skirt. To finish it off, I wear my bear beret and walk out the door to my first class.
First Class Chapter 4:
I step into the lecture hall, slowly. Devon sat in the back with a few group of boys. The girls sat in the front, gathered around and talking. In the far corner was a cute quiet guy with dark black hair. At a table next to the boy's was a girl with long brown hair. She wore a green sweater with long sleeves and black pants with boots. She had thin glasses and a computer in front of her; I think she was Gee-Gee from the group chat. Devon waved at me from his seat, ushering me over.
"Guys, this is Lavender, my roommate." He said when I reached his seat. "This is Ryan." He wore a red shirt that said "I have the iq of an elephant" and jeans with blue and white Nike's. I could tell he didn't care about dressing well.
"Hey!!! How'd you like to be ri-" That was Ryan of course who was cut off by Gee-Gee.
"BRO STOP! STOP BEFORE YOU GET SUSPENDED FROM SCHOOL TOO!" she narrowed her eyes, her voice sweet but firm.
"Gee-Gee, your just jealous cause I won't rizz you up."
"Ewwww!" she said. "Your just so cringe."
"And your just so petty." He teased.
"Anyway, this is DJ. He is always droppin' a new beat on MusicIfy or his MeTube Channel. You can ask him anything!"
DJ glanced at me before tilting down his glasses. "Sup, shawty." He shook my hand before going back to his computer. "If you have time, drop by my dorm y'know." DJ wore glasses, a white t-shirt with a record on it, ripped jeans, white tennis shoes, and headphones.
"This is Charles...he can be a jerk or a heartthrob sometimes but he's a nice guy. He's an actor." He wore sandals, a green t-shirt, and shorts.
"Hey..." His voice was deep...deep like the last A on the piano.
"Hi, everyone! Nice to meet you all!" I said kindly. Instantly, I felt a pair of eyes on me. I turned to see a blond girl(who I'm guessing is Christina) staring at me.
"I see you get right to the point, huh?" she said as she got up from her chair.
"What do you mean?" I ask.
"You get straight to the boys and don't come see your fellow girls? How sad. Your a real flirt, huh?"
"No, I just know Devon so he wanted me to meet his friends!" I smiled.
I could tell she was mad by what she did next. She sauntered over to me, letting her body shift from left to right. Christina wore a thin strapless crop top that looked like thick tape, a white skirt that looked like paper, and boots that look like she'd be sweating. She also wore a huge amount of makeup which made her look like a clown. I couldn't tell if she was flirting with the guys or if her hip was broken so I said the meanest thing. ;-;
"Here's some tips...get rid of the tape around your chest, that wet paper around your hips, and the clown makeup." I made a disgusted look. Everyone busted out laughing! It was so funny to them, that even the quiet guy in the corner cracked a smile. Gee-Gee cackled with Ryan as she said "She's right, though."
"That ain't the worst of it, man." said DJ, his thick Louisiana accent echoing in the room. "Her shoes look like black rubber." Everyone laughed...well, except Christina. She was furious. She was so furious that if she was a cartoon, steam would be coming out of her ears and her face would be red.
"Your just going to let them bully me, Devon?!" she cried crocodile tears as she pouted, latching onto his arm.
"Kristy, I don't even know you. Your just a leech to me. You suck in my time, my energy, and my care." Devon said that loud enough for all of us to hear.
"OOOOOOHHHH!" said DJ, laughing with Ryan.
"Dang! He got you good!" said Charles. I admit, he did but I don't think I should have started this because Kristy made me guilty after this.
She broke down in tears, other girls surrounded her, helping her up and helping her to her dorm. "YOU WILL ALL BE SORRY!!! ALL OF YOU!!!" Her makeup was mingling with her tears as she walked out with her lackies, looking like a hot mess. We all exchanged weird glances before laughing again. Instantly after Christiana walked out, Ms. Brown walked in the class.
"ALRIGHT SETTLE DOWN CLASS! SIT IN YOUR SEATS!" She said, banging her hand on the desk. We all rushed to sit down, avoiding Ms. Brown's gaze. She scared me already! At least, I had fun for my last day...fun hurting someone's feelings. That stung me for the whole day. It couldn't get any worse!
Christina or Bratina Chapter 5:
It got worse...WAYYYYY worse! But I have to tell this story in order so let's wait til the bad parts.
I walk out of the classroom, heading to visual and performances arts. After that there is natural science, Mathematics, foreign language, and Humanity. There are so many classes here! Suddenly, I feel the strong grip of someone’s hands on the back of my jacket! They pull me into the janitor’s closet!
It was Christina and her goons. “Listen you! This is a warning that if you ever…DARE lay one of your dirty, filthy fingers on my Devon, I swear to god you will not see the light of day!”
“Christina, you’re just jealous because he told you he wanted you to stop sucking up his time, money, and effort in you. You’re just a lovesick little leech on his back. You heard what he told you.” Her goons surrounded me as I continued to talk.
Christina gritted her teeth. “He was just kidding! I am the one he loves! The one who he will marry after college. He sees the evil in you!”
“You don’t know when to give up, do you? You were laughed at by the whole class, Christina! Don’t embarrass yourself further! After all, you’re not on my level.”
“HOW DARE YOU?! YOU INSOLENT THING!” She slapped me across the face, the sound echoing in the small space. “Girls!” As soon as she snapped her fingers, her goons started to tie me up to the broom.
“HEY! WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!”
“I warned you..don’t worry! The janitor will come next Friday!” She cackled like the witch she was as she placed a strip of tape on my mouth. She and her goons left me in the closet as I tried to scream. The tape grinded against my teeth as I tried to scream. I banged my arm on the door, trying to make as much noise as I could for someone to come.
I was alone…in the dark closet. Suddenly, the door opened and the light came in!
“Lavender?” It was Charles. His deep voice was soothing in the darkness of the closet. It was like his voice was so soft that I could feel the warmth of it. It was like a radiant sun…Until he ripped the tape off my mouth…which let me tell you, it HURTS!
“AGH! CHARLES, SERIOUSLY?!” I yell as he untied my arms.
“S-Sorry…I was just trying to help! Who did this? Why did they do this?” He untied my sore arms. I stepped out of the closet and sighed before telling him about Christina and her goons.
“I’m not surprised, really. She’s always scaring off any girl that gets close to Devon. She’s always trying her hardest to get his attention but he doesn’t want to have anything to do with her! She’s overprotective, bossy, annoying, selfish, self-centered…everything a weirdo would want in a cheerleader. She’s always staring at him in every class; trying to impress him with her personality and gymnastics all the time. I don’t know why. Devon’s not the only guy here at Duke…”
“Wait…” I said. “How do you know so much about her?”
“Easy. I dated her before you got here.”
“Wait…whattttt?!”
“Yeah…After a few months, she said she didn’t know what she saw in me and broke up with me on text. She said she is in love with Devon. I asked her if she had told him yet and she never responded. She just blocked me and never talked to me again.”
“…so she’s a drama queen, so called “heartthrob,” and a lying cheerleader? Wow. An all in one prize.”
“Tell me about it.”
The bell rang, signaling the next class. Charles walked with me to the lecture hall for natural science.
“Good morning class..today we are going to be talking about natural science.” said Mr. Vindeta the science teacher. “Now, Natural science focuses on the phenomena of the natural world, whether it be through the eyes of a chemist, physicist, astronomer, or biologist…” he continued and of course, I didn’t listen.
I sighed, bored of classes and punctuation already! The clock ticked and tocked down to each minute, but it felt like an eternity had passed! Finally, the bell rang, signaling it was the end of class...now, I have to survive mathematics, foreign language, and Humanity.
Feeling Blue...no, Red Chapter 6:
I stomp my way back up to my dorm, in fury. I can't believe she did that to my new outfit! Pudding drips onto my new shoes as I walk down the hallway. Maybe Charles is right...maybe she's just jealous. And crazy. Yep, jealous and crazy. I slammed the door of my dorm and plopped down on my bed.
"What's gotten into you?" Devon asked, reading a comic book.
"Christina did. She dumped food on me!" I pout.
"Oh...of course she did."
"Yeah!!! I was walking out of the lunch hall and she slammed it on my hoodie!!!" I cry out. "Now I have to wash it 3 times and make sure the pudding smell comes off of me.”
"Well, that's how she is. Dramatic and idiotic." He shrugged and sighed.
"Why do you even hang with her?" I ask with a sneer.
"Well, cause she's been my friend since 1st grade. Our parents are best friends so we talk often. When we aren't around our parents, she shows her obsession over me and my life." He scratched the back of his neck nervously. "I've never had the guts to tell my parents about it...they wouldn't believe me anyway..."
"Oh..." I say, leaving an awkward silence between us. All you could hear is the sound of our breaths in the warm evening. Devon broke the silence as he said "My parents always believed and loved everyone else. They put on a smile even in the toughest times. That love and joy would always disappear around me, though." He bit his lip. "I only made them happy when I was with Christina. They said we were a match made in heaven, 2 peas in a pod. What a lie."
Devon's eyes were cold and his gaze was unwavering, making my blood run cold. Despite that, I knew what he was talking about. The feeling of wanting validation even when you know its not in your grasp. I always felt like that with my step-father. He said he married my mom out of pity not love. He only took care of me because that was my mom’s last wish. That I grew up with a decent life even without her and dad.
"I understand what that means...to want validation from someone who doesn't seem to care about you. The want to feel loved and valued...even when its not there. You strive to rise not for the money nor fame but their trust and attention." I sit down on his bed and stare at him as his eyes bore into mine.
"Yeah..." He muttered. Instantly, his phone pinged with a notification. At that moment, I got up and went to the bathroom to leave him alone. Suddenly, my phone pinged from the school group chat.
Rizzler Ryan: Eh!!! @BroStopLyin @BroStopLyin @BroStopLyin @BroStopLyin @BroStopLyin @BroStopLyin @BroStopLyin @BroStopLyin!!!! Oh and @Destiny'sDivine @Destiny'sDivine @Destiny'sDivine @Destiny'sDivine @Destiny'sDivine @Destiny'sDivine @Destiny'sDivine @Destiny'sDivine @Destiny'sDivine!!!!
Destiny'sDivine: 😴😖🤔 huh??
BroStopLyin: Dude...what the heck?!
Gee-Gee: Our basketball star and bright comet is here!!!
DJ: Hey, guys.
Georgia: Hi @Destiny'sDivine and @BroStopLyin
Destiny'sDivine replied to Georgia: Hiiii~
BroStopLyin: wazzup...now, why was I being called??
Rizzler Ryan: wait...@Christina @Christina @Christina
Christina: Hm? >-<
DJ: Ur boyfriend is here.
BroStopLyin: who? huh?
Christina: SHUT UP RYAN! D:<
Destiny'sDivine: I thought Christina liked Devon?
Rizzler Ryan: she doesn't know...
DJ: Seriously, Destiny???
Georgia: ...oof
Gee-Gee: lol it's nothin girl...hey, how come I don't see you around school, y'know?
Destiny'sDivine: ...oh...I'm just doing some of the homework online...heh..
Gee-Gee: How come your account was made just yesterday??? >:|
Rizzler Ryan: Geez, Gee, calm down!!! Just forget about it.
BroStopLyin: Eh, yall where's Charles???
Georgia: I heard he went downtown for some gum.
Christina: I heard he went out another date again.
DJ: I heard he's acting in the new movie, Shark Teeth: A New Beginning.
BroStopLyin replied to DJ: Wow...cool.
Gee-Gee: I heard he's getting in some famous pop band. Said its lit.
Rizzler Ryan: I heard he's hangin at an amusement park in Florida and took a jet to get there.
Destiny'sDivine: So, there's basically rumors about where he is???
Christina: Yeah...we've never actually seen him do anything in his free time.
Gee-Gee: He's just that cool guy who always has a girl beside him.
BroStopLyin: He hasn't had a gf since...last year, actually.
Georgia: Hm.
Charles: Why are y'all talking about me???
DJ: NO REASON!
Charles: T-T guys...I just went out.
Gee-Gee: Went out where.
Charles: out somewhere.
BroStopLyin: BroStopLyin
DJ: yeah lol
Christina: You went out with a girl, didn't you?
Charles: Its none of your doggone business.
Destiny'sDivine: 😱😲
Gee-Gee: OOOHHH HE JUST DISSED KRISTYYYY
BroStopLyin: Dang...
Christina: Are we going to do this again?
Charles: Do what again??? Where you get jealous cause I'm actually nailing my love life and I'm not chasing someone who doesn't love me?
BroStopLyin: 😨😭
DJ: OOF!
Christina: I just asked, @Charles!!! Don't be so ignorant!
Charles: You call me ignorant? POV of the girl who broke up with me on text!
BroStopLyin: Dangggggg
DJ: You insulted the man...INSULTED THE MAN!!!
Gee-Gee: 😭
Christina: I just wanted to know!!!
Charles: Ok...what if I told you it was @DestinyDivine's
Destiny'sDivine: Hm???
Gee-Gee: 😨 we wouldn't believe you.
DJ: ;-;
BroStopLyin: BRO STOP LYIN FRRR
Georgia: wow...uh...
Destiny'sDivine replied to Charles: HEY WAIT NO
Charles has left the group chat
Destiny'sDivine: OK BYE
BroStopLyin: yea i'm gone too
DJ: Byeeee
Georgia: RIP Charles...bye
Gee-Gee: Rest in Reese's pieces...bai
I turned off my phone and stepped out of the bathroom. I sat down on my bed, instantly feeling hungry. My stomach rumbled like a thousand thunder strikes. Devon looked up at me and smirked before saying "Burritos or chinese food?"
"Chinese food." I smile and nod. He pulled out his phone out his back pocket and started to order from Chang's Chinese Cuisine. "We'd have to go in person..." He mumbled, looking up at me. "C'mon." He got up from his bed and grabbed his coat. I grabbed mine as well before following him out of our dorm and out the door.
The snow fell from the white sky and flew through the wind. It was beautiful to see the sight of snow in North Carolina. The sky was a mix of white and dark grey as the night crept in. The faint sound of cars could be heard as we walked down the street together.
"Where is the restaurant exactly?" I asked, breathing out the cold air.
"Just down there in the plaza." He replied. Suddenly, he looked at me with shock and worry in his eyes. "Lavender!"
"Hm?" I tilt my head to the side.
"You'll catch a cold without a scarf or hat on."
"N-no I'm fi-"
"Here..." He said plainly, wrapping his scarf around my neck. "You can have it." He smiled kindly and kept walking with me. I couldn't believe that he, Devon Washington, that guy that gave me cold glares in the hallway actually gave me his scarf because he believed I was cold. What a kind, sweet gesture.
We arrived at the restaurant and ordered at the counter. "1 Seafood fried rice, 4 fried dumpling, 3 spring rolls, 1 shrimp fried rice, and 4 sweet and sour chicken!" Devon said, standing at the counter with me. After 10 minutes, we walked out of the restaurant with bags in our hands.
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"So, when's your little party again?" I said, eating my seafood fried rice. I usually pick out some of the shrimp because I just like the flavor not the shrimp.
"It's Charles’s party and it's at 9pm. Probably the whole class will show up, y'know?" He said, eating his spring roll.
"Oh, well...good for you. You'll be with your type of group." I stuff a fried dumpling in my mouth, savoring its taste.
"What do you mean my type of group?" He narrowed his eyes, dipping his spring roll in sauce. He sat criss crossed on the small sofa with me.
"Y'know..." I gulped down the dumpling and continued eating my rice, "The popular kids."
He chuckled. "I said everyone's gonna be there, Lavender. Not just popular kids but regular kids too." He finished up his spring roll.
Suddenly, there was a knock at the door. I opened the door to see Charles wearing a black tan top and baggy green pants with a cross necklace. "Hey, krasavitsa(meaning: beauty). I need to see Devon." I waved at Charles before ushering Devon to the door. "The parties starting now, man. I just came to get you and Lavender." Charles muttered to Devon.
"Lavender doesn't want to come." Devon said, squeezing past me to get out in the hallway.
"Why? It's going to be the party of the century." He chuckled low in his throat and turned towards me, his gaze warm.
"Well, I don't do well around crowds." I mumble as I walk back inside to eat my food.
"Ok, well...we're going. Bye, krasavitsa!" Charles waved at me before walking down the hall with Devon.
I waved bye and closed the door. Now, its time for my fun.
Destiny Divine Chapter 7:
The sound of loud music filled the dorm room as everyone danced and chatted. I stepped into Charles's dorm, avoiding the gazes of others. I wore a white crop top with a green plaid jacket tied to my waist and short shorts. My hair was dyed blue in long curly waves. I could see Charles, (Rizzler) Ryan, and Devon in the corner, talking and chatting. Ryan's gaze fell on me, his smile disappearing. He tapped on Charles shoulder and pointed at me before all 3 of them looked at me with a confused look on their faces. I took a deep breath before walking up to their group.
"Hi." I said, my voice a little bit deeper. I needed to be cool. I needed to be Destiny Devine. "Your Charles, Ryan, and Devon right? I'm Destiny from the group chat!" I say with smile.
Charles face lit up with excitement. "Oh! Hey! It's interesting to see you in person." He shook my hand.
"Hey..." said Ryan smiling. "You don't really chat how u look, y'know?"
"I get that alot." I chuckle.
Devon just smiled and looked me up and down before saying "You look a little familiar...have we met?
"Um...n-no...I don't think so..." I mumble as I scratch the back of my neck.
"Welcome to the party." said Charles, smiling from ear to ear. "That's DJ...he's dealing with the music right now..." he pointed at DJ, who's messing with the speakers. Christina and Georgia than walked up to us. Christina is wearing a sparkly, blue dress and Georgia is wearing a strapless red dress.
"And...this is Christina, the cheer captain. This is Georgia, the president of the art club."
Georgia did a silent "hi..." before Christina butt in and said "And who are you?"
"I'm Destiny, from the group chat!"
Her defensive face went away. "Oh! Hiii~ It's nice to meet you!" she paused as she studied me closely. "Um...why do you look so...familiar?"
"w-what do you mean??" I fiddled with my fingers behind my back. "I don't remember seeing you at all..." I say. "Maybe your confusing me with someone else..."
"Hm. Maybe you're right." she mumbled. "Hiii, Devon!" She smiled as she acted all shy, batting her eyelashes.
"Hey, Kristy...w-why don't you go dance with Ryan." He pushed Ryan in front of him. "He'd LOVE to hang and talk to you."
"Heyyy, Christina!" said Ryan, smiling. She scoffed before dragging him to the dance floor.
To be Continued...
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