Celena's POV :
Whole day was blur to me. Have you ever experienced sting sensation of splinter in your finger ?? It's not a deep wound , but it hurts. You can't pay attention to anything as your mind lingers around that sting sensation.
My feelings are somehow similar to that , but the problem is I'm confused. I love them , i want them but i don't want them to date. You can say I'm selfish .....yeah i know.....
Amy was worried about me as she kept asking me if I'm okay or did someone bothered me ?? Funny ...!! Coz she was with me Whole day. But all they know is something's wrong but they know better than to push me around.
Today's day for our tryouts as we discussed. Max went for soccer ground, Amy's in volleyball field, Sam's in cheer halls and I'm in theatre stage waiting in line for auditions. I just wanna volunteer tho acting isn't my cup of tea.
"Hello there..!! " said someone behind me holding by my waist.... somehow like a back hug. I know her by her smell, she smells enchanting but it fails to lighten my sour heart. I loose her hands from my body and turn around.
"We're not friends , we're not enemies please stop bothering me. I don't like people being cosy with me. You're a good person sky but not my type. I've build a wall around me and i don't want to break it. I'm happy so let me be the way I'm...please. I'm sorry if I'm hurting you but leave me alone ....okay" I say softly to make myself clear.
She looks hurt but she gotta understand, her lips move to say something but i don't let her speak as i walk away, I don't want to loose my friend and i don't want her around because.......amy doesn't like her.... Amy......my heart is gloomy again. ( ・ั﹏・ั)
"Umm Celena Smith, can we have you on stage please. Says a girl that i know from senior group who's often seen around organising plays. "It's me " i step up fixing my glasses.
"Hello my name's celena I'm 18. I have lots of community service experience. So i would like to join this club as volunteer and be some help" I say giving my brief introduction with smile.
"We already have lots of new members who's willing to volunteer celena. You're late for that. But we have space for some actors who can do musical, soooo can you sing ?? Because if you can.....we can teach you some basic drama......it wouldn't be hard" Drama leader spoke with pen hanging round on tip of her fingers.
It's clear that they're already out of member space but also other clubs are full too. Damn sam she wanted us to try out late so they would let us easiest part of club work. We all agreed because we're literally backbenchers, not interested to be center of attention.
But right now the role I'm getting is just not what I wanted but looks like i have no choice. "I can't sing" i said honestly. The only place or time i sang is at bathroom while having shower with my broken Voice that only my mama heard.
"Everyone can sing sweetheart ,it just depends on what mood you're. Just select a song that express your current situation. Forget about world, songs are made to express your heart out in beautiful way. I believe in you , at least give it a try " said cheerful Captain with a beautiful smile which encouraged me.
"I hope you'll cope with me till I'm done. My apologies in advance if your ears bleed" i joked trying to lighten up my courage and mood. They all did encouraging slow claps for me to start. I took a deep breath and closed my eyes for my emotions to take me over.
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(Song :Say Something
By A Great Big World)
Say something, I'm giving up on you
I'll be the one, if you want me to
Anywhere, I would've followed you
Say something, I'm giving up on you
And I am feeling so small
It was over my head
I know nothing at all
And I will stumble and fall
I'm still learning to love
Just starting to crawl
Say something, I'm giving up on you
I'm sorry that I couldn't get to you
Anywhere, I would've followed you
Say something, I'm giving up on you
And I will swallow my pride
You're the one that I love
And I'm saying goodbye
Say something, I'm giving up on you
And I'm sorry that I couldn't get to you
And anywhere, I would have followed you
Ooh, ooh say something, I'm giving up on you
Say something, I'm giving up on you
Say something.....
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With the last pause i slowly opened my eyes, i felt something warm ,wet on my face......my tears.....why am i crying?? And everyone there stood on their feet giving me applause. I just bowed my head being greatful, wiping my tears.
All the selecting team came upon Stage for a group hug. "Damn gurl that was awesome and tell me the ass who said you can't sing I'm gonna break some bones right there" said our leader.
"Okay now you're selected we will inform you when there's a play. You can really be a good help to win some competitions. But for acting practice you have to be here every Monday and Tuesday ......plus if we have some upcoming competition weekends will be included for practice. You may leave now"
As i walked stairs that lead to exit i saw my friends with big smiles. They tackled me in a group hug messing my hair. "That was sooooo good moon where did you learn how to sing like that, we never heard you singing" Sam said holding my cheeks.
"Even me being your best friend you didn't let me know dorkie..... that's not fair. And are you okay celey ??" Pouted Amy while wiping my dry tears which makes my heart warm.
"Guys come on it's not my hobby. Up there I didn't had a choice. Plus at home i always copied mama whenever she sang. Let's say I learned from her. But i don't like to sing tho it was panic tears......i lied"
"Hey look it's hot stuff next" Said excited Max looking off our shoulders. We all diverted our gaze towards stage with a sad looking sky with her guitar. I couldn't help but feel bad because right from the Start all I've been doing is being rude towards her , hurting her for no particular reason.
We just stumble with each other at wrong circumstances. As she begin to string her guitar with a beautiful melody which captivated audience all around hall. I too got lost in her beautiful voice.
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(Blame it on the rain
By :He is She)
You, got me caught in all this mess
I guess, we can blame it on the rain
My pain is knowing I can't have you
I can't have you
She says looking towards me.
Tell me, does she look at you the way I do?
Try to understand the words you say
And the way you move
Does she get the same big rush
When you go in for a hug and your cheeks brush?
Tell me, am I crazy or is this more than a crush?
why does it feels she's saying things to me thruh the song.
I catch my breath
The one you took the moment you entered the room
My heart, it breaks at the thought of her holding you
I back away from holding amy. my eyes down from shame and guilt that i caused.
Does she look at you the way I do?
Try to understand the words you say
And the way you move
Does she get the same big rush
When you go in for a hug and your cheeks brush?
Tell me, am I crazy or is this more than a crush?
Maybe I'm alone in this
But I find peace and solitude knowing
If I had but just one kiss, this whole room would be glowing
We'd be glowing, we'd be glowing
kiss ?? i blush because i haven't had my first kiss yet. I'm saving that for someone special.
Tell me, does she look at you the way I do?
Try to understand the words you say
And the way you move
Does she get the same big rush
When you go in for a hug and your cheeks brush?
Tell me, am I crazy or is this more than a crush?
More than a crush
Damnn these feelings at pit of my stomach again. what are you doing to me Sky ?..!!
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With that sky puts her guitar behind her shoulders and stand up. Again the team cheers with whistles and applause. She really sang beautifully plus she can play guitar. No doubt she'll be selected.
"Woooooooah isn't she awesome. Beauty with brains. I really want to see what else she can do better next " Says max grinning, his shinning green eyes with mischievous glint.
With that being said my eyes drifted towards amy who looks pissed again. " Guys i think i should try for community club. Maybe they still have some members vacancy left" I say hesitantly.
"Hey you don't have to worry what i think about her okay. I know I don't like her but it doesn't matter. Community club literally wears you out by their activities. This theatre club is best for you. At least we'll be able to hear you sing more often" Amy said smiling.
"Are you sure amy ?? You won't be mad with sky being around me" I asked worrying. "Don't worry babes if anything happens we'll always come for the rescue. Besides i can handle all of you ladies" Said Max acting all big brother to which amy slapped his arms.
We heard throat clearing sound near us. Our gaze turned around to sky who was waiting for a space to exit because we were literally blocking it. We all made space for her , she left without glancing or smiling at us. It troubled me because i know what happens next will be even more wired between us. We will be working together and my friends Don't know that yet.
Tryouts went smooth for us all. We didn't had any doubts on being selected. Amy was fixed in the team way before she joined college. Max had all his friends in his team including Captain, the only concern was for Sam and Me......we both managed somehow. I didn't tell them about sky working with me because it's gonna piss amy further so i leave it to time.
I don't have energy for another emotional breakdown plus My friends were tired as hell so they decided to go home and rest. While i too returned home , got fresh and went to cafe for work. I hope i will get over the awkwardness being around sky. And if god pity upon me mama wouldn't question me anything about my broken mood.
Sky Pov :
I really want to punch some bags , it's getting harder to control my anger. Maybe i should stop pestering her. I can do much better without being around her. I think that would be better , it would get me out of suspision.
I'm strong, I'm determined .......also I'm Hurt
Someone grabs me by my blazer collar , pushing me inside janitor room. Before i could react they crashed their lips on mine, hungrily devouring me. Thank god it's a girl because i felt her ummm you know front Shape or else if it was guy he would be on floor by now grabbing his family heritage.
She's maintaining death grip on my neck to keep me from moving. If i try to move i might hurt my lips of how much force she's using..... I don't have any option than to give in....i hold her waist and grab her hair with another hand ....i feel her tongue licking my bottom lip as in ask entrance.... that's the cue when i push her hard on the wall Away from me.
I turn on lights to see panting cheer queen bee. Who has proud smug look in her face. "So about the getting on knees thing you said before " she says rolling her strand of hair in her fingers, moving slowly towards me. I keep my stern face not giving any kind of expression.......even if i want to kill her right now.
The moment she's Infront of me, i grab her by waist making her sit beside the table as i placed myself between her legs. I kiss her neck tracing small pattern of butterfly pecks from back of her ear descending down to which she grabs my hair tight. I grab both of her hands , placing them behind her, locked with mine.
"I'm not that easy to get sweetheart." I say biting her lips to which she tries to kiss me back but i move away just in time. "Please don't tease me, i know you want me as much as i want you" She says breathing heavily connecting our forehead..........Puff me ?? wanting her?? isn't she a day dreamer...only if she knew i don't get s*x urges that easily.
" Yeah i do but every thing with me comes with a price love. I don't do relationship where as casual hookups either. Family values you know" I say kissing her jaws slowly to which she closes her eyes...."But i can make you exception if you help me with something"
She opens her eyes , her brows squinted together. "What do you want me to do ? tell me...if it's in my control i would try my best" She answers. "Would you now sweetheart " i tease kissing her back but not letting her follow. She grunts in furstration, I smile in victory and tell her what i want before leaving janitors room.
This is sooooo gonna be fun. You better be prepared Ms.Smith , Tsunami's on your way.
After getting home and getting fresh i prepare to leave for my work. It's gonna be super awkward because first I don't have experience, second I don't know what am i gonna do as part timer and 3 rd i messed up with any chances of being friends with her today.
Blame me for being anti social all my life. I grew up with my grandparents, working along with farm and farm workers. I have been with mature people all my life. In name of friends i just have my cousins. I enjoyed learning things on ground then playing eith random crybabies. So when it comes to emotions with my aged people i don't know what should i do, how should i behave.
"Good Evening Mrs.Smith, You look gorgeous today" I greet lady at the counter. "Ahh Sky Good Evening, Nice to see you again" She greets me back kissing my cheeks.
"Here's my CV that you asked for. With my almost non existent qualifications" I joke handling her my CV...She chuckles looking at them "Oh come on sweetheart every pal here came with zero experience but they worked hard and learned, you're gonna be just fine" She says without glancing at me, reading my CV.
"Um I don't meant to be rude but there's no parents name here. Just grandparents name, May i know why" She asked curious to which i felt stiff. I gulped before saying "I don't have parents. My garndma raised me, before that i was in system , sometimes my cousins took care of me but mostly it was my grandma" I replied half truth half lie. She stood up from her seat and walked towards me.
Mrs.Smith hugged me saying "I can understand your pain. i too grew up without parents, It was only after i met celenea's dad that i finally had opportunity to call someone family. Trust me you'll find your sweet heaven someday and someone will love you unconditionally. That would be worth it" She says holding both my hands.
I just nod in understanding because i don't like to talk much about my family matter. "Baby come here" Shout Mrs.Smith looking towards kitchen. Celena comes out with a cute hello kitty apron on her. "Help her to get along and tell her work for the day. Make sure you teach her everything okay" Says Mrs.Smith before getting back at counter.
"Follow me says celena without looking at me." I follow her to back corner store room. She hands me mop and bucket. "Your job for first few weeks is to mop around. You'll do cleaning and dish washing. It temporary just so you could observe other works, we will teach you everything but first you gotta listen okay" she explains.
I stare her in horror because never have i ever touched a mop let alone do cleaning. But also i can't deny her because i asked for it. She looks at me with confused expression but as understanding kicks her mind i can clearly see that she's holding back a cracking laugh.
That's another adorable thing about her. No matter what she never laughs at someone's face. She holds a genuine smile but she tries to make people feel comfortable yet not close enough her personal boundary. When i was making my research about her i knew her well but meeting her i realized she's much more than behind the surface she displays.
I take cleaning materials from her hands. "Clean all the floors , start with sitting halls then counter, lastly kitchen and then staff room....if you need anything call me or ask any employees , they're gonna help you" She says before leaving for kitchen.
Guess.....time for learning some profound skills. Who knows it might be useful to me someday. After self motivating i start to do my job while looking at the doors once in a while. I was almost done with cleaning within 2 and half hour of battling how to use these powder and chemical solutions, eventually getting lessons by some employees on how should i hold and squeeze it.
It was more intense labor then i expected it to be. From now on my huge respect to those who do their chores by own everyday dammmnnn my back feels like x-man made a line of holes straight through spines. Suddenly there was commotion in hallways.
I went to see what happened and as expected there was our queen bee with her minions, including sam ......ohh she's one of cheerleader now, great......"What kind of service is this ?? you messed our drinks, I clearly said no milk in my coffee but what's this ??" She said throwing coffee on the floor.
Neil looks horrified as he tries to apologize and explain to girls gulping hard "Ma..maam relax , I'm sure i served milk coffee to your friend not you, i even mentioned to put different cups so i could recognize while serving" Queen bee shows him both coffee which both had milk in them.
"Call your barista" she says sternly. Everyone is gathered around her. Mrs. Smith looks speechless because she doesn't know yet who to trust and what to say. I just watch afar with a satisfied smirk as our moon confronts queen bee. She's a little surprised to see her horrified looking Friend Sam who's speechless but she gives her a sweet warm nod as in saying 'it's okay i can handle this'
"This is how you serve customers , look what have you done to me " Says beautiful red head showing her hands and neck which has red swelling forming all over. So she's allergic to milk substance hmmm impressive red head. I didn't expect she would go this extent to follow my instructions.
Celena stays calm listening to queen bee while she's creating scene throwing coffee mugs on floor breaking them. "That would be around 64 dollars of the orders & treats, including the mess you made mam" Says celena calmly.
"Are you blind or deaf....did you not hear me to what i just said , i can sue you and your cafe for this" Spats redhead showing her hands and pointing coffee.
"Yeah sure do that. Why don't we call police because I'm sure after looking at CCTV that we have on each corner here we will get some good amount of settlement from you for lying and ruining our name.....because i clearly remember what i made....i don't mistake my orders ever" Said celena smiling victoriously.
"Yo...Y..You...You're lying " Said hesitant red head. "Mom just call the police , I'm not wasting our previous time anymore. And you ....you have two options one pay the total damage bills that i mentioned with head high or two wait at lobby for police and have the drama that you wanted but trust me its not us who's gonna have walk of shame" Said celena with super proud expression fixing her rim of glasses in her eyes.
She turned around ignoring redhead's burning glare who's speechless. Celena suddenly spoke loudly without glancing at me "Sky clean the mess please " Daaamn this girl knew i was around all this while. Did i mentioned that was hella sexy.
I bit my lips holding my smile. This nerd never fails to impress me. "So what choice it would be?? " asked a smug faced Mrs.Smith who looks so proud of her daughter. "We're paying. Girls party's over.....let's leave" Says redhead to her group.
They give me a wierd side glance before leaving. Thank god she didn't say anything to me or else i would be in trouble.