Chapter 6
Natalie's POV
The visit to the principal's office earned me an ID card with a small piece of book that contained the school rules, which I'm positive no one follows around here. Mira had earlier wanted to accompany me to class, but I dismissed her. I can manage on my own. She's been enough help. Walking through the now empty hall as the bell had rung and there were all in their classes, I looked for my class and finally found it. Taking deep breaths, I relaxed and pulled the door open, entering into my class.
First things first, the class was huge. The chairs seemed comfortable and spacy as well, not cramped like my former school. Not that I hated it, I especially liked jutting into people's seats for the fun of it. Sucks I won't be doing it here. The class immediately went quiet the moment they saw me, checking me out. They must have wondered where I come from. I glanced around the class and saw Mira, she was waving and pointing at the empty seat beside her. There were a few other empty ones, but I decided not to take any chances and sat down close to Mira. The class soon went back to their usual noisemaking. I'm glad for that.
“Managed to save you a seat. Hope you like it.” she whispered.
“I do. Thanks. I don't know to thank you enough for helping me today.”
“No need. I'm especially glad to have someone to talk to, usually I just get ignored.” She replied. I nodded. Glancing around the class, I took time to observe the students around me. A few were sitting in groups gossiping and looking over each other phone's, others were alone, and the boys were just there, doing whatever pleased them. A few were even checking me out, seriously?
“The class isn't on its usual burst yet.” Mira pointed out. “Wait until the trio shows up and of course the Anderson brothers, you'll be surprised.”
“Hmm, I hope I'm not.” I said as the door opens and a group of girls walked in
”They're here already. The Trio” Mira announced. I looked at them. Sure they were pretty... I mean gorgeous, but I still don't think it qualifies them for queen bees. But then, who am I to complain?
They looked around the class as if searching for someone and when they finally spotted me, came towards me. I straightened up. The one in the middle, who I'm guessing to be the leader, stood right in front of me.
“Hey you!” She called, her voice calm. “What's your name?”
“Natalie Maddox. But just call me Natty.”
“Natalie, huh? I haven't seen you here before. Where'd you come from?” I don't know how many times I'm going to answer this.
“Just moved recently. I'm not a resident here.” I explained, perfunctorily. She nodded and stared at me, eyes inspecting like a hawk. I tried not to roll my eyes at her and acted cool. Just when I thought I was going to lose it, she spoke up.
“Okay. My name's Tricia, she's Bella and Celine.” She said, pointing at the other girls. They waved and I nodded back at them. “We hope you enjoy your stay around here. That is, if you don't come in our way. “She continued. I smirked, more at myself than at her.
“I'll try not to...” I said, but deep down I knew I was lying. She snickered a bit before moving to sit down at her seat with the rest of the girls, all graciously cat walking away. I tried not to scoff.
I glanced at Mira, and she shrugged and smiled. I am so not excited to be here.
Tricia's POV
"You think she's lying?” Bella asked me, as I continued fiddling with my fingernails while chewing gum.
”I don't think so. She's got confidence. But it's weird we haven't seen her around. Girls like her don't hide.” I pointed out.
”Perhaps she's right about the moving part. She definitely isn't from here.” Celine affirmed.
”But she has to be from somewhere, doesn't she? And she has to be popular there as well. She just looks plain to me.” Bella countered.
“She has an aura, and she's pretty as well. I know because the boys in the class have been staring at her, but she just ignored them. She could fit a model, you know?” Bella and Celine nodded. They were getting my point.
“Yeah, she could. She definitely doesn't seem scared or timid. ”Celine said.
”She had better not steal my shine.” I gritted, suddenly serious. “I worked hard to make myself queen here, and it is to have everything, including the Anderson brothers. She had better not mess that up.... Or I'll do the same thing I did to Lucy to her. The bitch still regrets it.” I snickered, smiling evilly to myself.
I heard Bella and Celine chuckle. They understood.
“Hey! How about we put in her place tomorrow? That could be fun, you know?” Bella pointed out.
“Perhaps we might be able to find out she's not as strong as we think she is.” Celine added.
“Of course. You guys are so smart. What do you suggest we do?” I asked. The girls stared at themselves, smiling before coming closer and whispering to my ears. When I heard their plan, I smiled menacingly. I can't wait for tomorrow.
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Natalie's POV
The rest of the day passed by in a blur. Soon we were at the end, and Mira and I were accompanying each other to our cars.
“What did you think of school today?” Mira asked, looking at me. I glanced at her.
“I don't know, everything seemed okay, except for the morning ' drama' “I said. Mira chuckled.
“The trio are usually not like that, you know. Especially with new students. But since we haven't had in a while, I guess that's why they're pretty cool. Either way, you managed them pretty well. I wasn't that graceful.”
I wanted to say I did this things for fun in my former school but didn't. It'll be revealing too much, and I wanted to keep a low profile.
”Well, I guess am lucky then.” I answered. She looked at smiled.
”I kind of like you, you know? You don't seem to overblown or arrogant which is very rare.”
“I'm a rare species.” I joked and we laughed.
”Oh look, there's my driver. I have to go now. See you in school tomorrow.” Mira said as she waved and walked towards the car, entering it and driving off. I waved back.
While waiting for my driver I watched as students with their respective cars drove out of school. They seemed really comfortable with it. I hope I don't get too comfortable with this. It's actually scary for me.
My car soon arrived as well and for once I was grateful to have my own personal driver. I got in and we drove home.
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”Hey Natty. How was school today?” My brother Greg asked, getting into the garage where I just came out. He looked like he was ready to go out.
”Fine, I think. Where you going?”
”Somewhere. I have to attend to something pretty Important.” He said, opening one of the cars.
“Okay. Bye then. Don't stay out late!” I yelled after him. I watch him smirk, I smiled and walked inside the house. Maggie was in the kitchen.
“Good afternoon Maggie. Hmm, something smells good.” I said.
“Hey Natty, you're in already! Good afternoon. How was school?” She asked.
“Boring. Where's Jace?” I asked looking around, I haven't seen him anywhere.
”He suddenly found a gym somewhere around and decided to hang out there. I don't know when he's coming in. Did you see Greg?”
”Sure. He said he was going somewhere.”
”Yes. It suddenly came up. Don't worry, it's nothing.”
“Okay. I will go and freshen up and come in down for dinner.”
“It'll be ready by then.” Maggie answered.
”Thanks.”
Ascending up the stairs, I walked into my room, plopping into my bed. Maybe a little nap will do, just in case.
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Dinner was quiet as Jace and Greg. I kind of liked it. Maggie wanted to wash the dishes herself, but I protested against it. I'm not that lazy. Thereafter went for my evening jog.
Stopping by the basketball court, I stayed a bit listening to some songs on my phone. I realized that my school's ID was still with me. I didn't take it off even after removing my uniforms. I stared at it for the umpteenth time and didn't know when someone walked up to me and stood in front. I looked up; it was Xavier.
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Xavier's POV
I was out for my evening drive when I happened to see the girl I bumped into at the basketball. She was sitting alone and because I was far from her, I couldn't really see what she was doing. Remembering how I behaved the last time we met, I decided to apologize now.
On an impulse, I got out if the car and started walking towards her, she was busy staring at something and didn't seem to notice me. I slowly watched her. Eventually she looked up. Since it was evening, the court lights lit the place making her look even prettier.
“Hey... “I called out.
”Hi,” she answered curtly, guess she's still angry.
”I'm sorry.” I blurted, earning a gaze from her. “For the way I acted the last time we met.” I finished. She stared awhile before nodding.
”I didn't think you'd be able to apologize, judging from what I hear about you.”
I scoffed; she seriously isn't believing all that the media says is she?
”Let's just say I was in a bad mood when we first met. Terrible one at that. "
”What about now?”
“I'm pretty cool.” I answered. “So, were cool.?” She relaxed on her seat, as if thinking if she should forgive me or not.... Finally she spoke.
“Well I'm still angry, but I'll take the apology, since I might not be getting that every day.” She said. I nodded and released the breath I didn't know I was holding.
”Your name? “I asked, she frowned. “I didn't... Get your name"
”Oh.... Never mind. It's Natalie. Natalie Maddox. But I prefer to be called Natty.”
”Natalie? Where you born around Christmas?” I asked.
“Sort of...” She drawled, slightly nodding her head.
”Okay....” I trailed off, staring at her. Well, I didn't want to leave.
“It's getting dark. I should probably head home. “I heard her say.
I heaved a sigh; that meant I had to go home too.
“See you later? “I asked.
She stood up and shrugged. “Maybe?” Before walking out the court, then bouncing along.
I stayed awhile before spotting something. It looked like a card; she must've have forgotten it. I bent to pick it up.
It was an ID card. Natalie Maddox. Ambrose high school. Wait..... She was attending my school!? The edges of my lip curled up.
There's only one way to find out. Attend school tomorrow.