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Jenny




"I thought you quit smoking?" I asked.


"Jenny? What are you doing here and why aren't you at school right now?" my dad asked.
"I really wanted to see you today", I said as I began walking toward the steps.
"Go to school", he said bluntly.
"I could tell mom that your still smoking", I said.
I haven't seen my dad in weeks and this was one of those times I couldn't let "no" get in my way.
"Fine, but only for little bit, I have a job you know", as he said going back to unlock his front door.


We sat quietly and watched two movies. Before I knew it, time had already passed and I'm sure he was ready to get rid of me.


"Okay Jenny, the movie is over and I need to get heading to work", he said rubbing his neck.
He looked tired and stressed. Has he been getting overworked? I've never seen my dad so drained.


"Wait! Okay maybe I came here with a motive, but don't get me wrong I actually really wanted to see you-"
"What is it you need, caught to the chase Bunny", he cut me off.
I guess he really is in a hurry. Perhaps it's not a good time to ask him this.
"My boyfriend and my friends have this band, and I was wondering if you could manage because I don't a thing about being a manager", I said as I tried to stay calm. My heart began racing waiting for his reply.


"You realize what you're asking me is impossible. I'm already managing a band right now".
My head dropped and so did my stomach.
"But...if you give me their demo, I'll listen to it and hand it in to my boss.
I quickly raised my head at him and smiled, "Alright, I tell them the news".
"It better be a good demo Jenny", he said raising an eyebrow, "Now I'm hungry, want to go get something to eat?"
"Sure", I said happily.
It's been a while since we ate something together.


Just as we were getting ready to go out the backdoor, his phone began ringing.
"Sorry Bunny, it's my boss", he said as looked at the caller ID.
I frowned, I'm sure he's going to get carried away with the conversation and forget I'm right here.


"Yeah?" he answered.
From where I was standing, it sounded like someone was shouting from the other line.
"Calm down, I'm coming to get you right now", he said furiously.
I didn't know that people could talk to their bosses like that and not get fired on the spot. Dad must have a really cool boss then.


"I'm really sorry Bunny, but I need to go get my boss from the airport", he said walking toward the door.
"It's fine, duty calls", I said. I'm only used to it after all.
"We'll go out tomorrow", he said.


I watched as he pulled out oh his driveway speeding down the road.
"I wonder what his boss is like".

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Mimi

Ding Dong

I answered my front door.
"Dylan?"
What's he doing here? He never usually pays a visit unless Jenny's by his side. Is something the matter?


"Sorry, to drop by unexpected. I just wanted to chat real quick", Dylan said with his arms crossed.
Something must be the matter if he's crossing his arms like this.
"Well you have bad timing, I'm in a hurry for ballet lessons", I replied.
It's true, I am running late once again. I suck at being on time for things.


"If this is about Jenny or something, then you call me later on", i said to assure him.
Maybe they had an argument, or wanted some advice.
"Alright, I'll get out of your way then. Next time though", he said.
Next time?


I sped down the street as I saw him still standing on my porch. I guess I'll find out the next time he comes over.


"Sorry Jenny, I tried".

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Airport




"Why are you looking at me like that?" asked Tessa.
"Oh nothing, just reminding you that your vacation is over", said Keith laughing.
"Shut up".
Keith continued to laugh.


"I thought I was going to have to call a taxi when I landed", said Grey.
"Welcome back to Cali, how was your time in New York?" asked Tessa smiling.
"Well other than the much dramatic musicians I had to work with, great", Grey replied.


"Hey you wanker, are you going to quit smoking that bud or are you going to take my luggage?" said Grey looking at Keith,"And I thought you quit smoking".
"I thought I did too, until I met you", Keith said throwing his cigarette to the ground.


"When I get back to the studio tomorrow, schedule me a call with Candi", Grey told Tessa, her assistant.
"Yes ma'am", said Tessa as she scribbled it on her clipboard.
And there was only so much more work to come her way now.
"Ugh driver, pull off already. I need to take a bloody shower and rinse New York off of me", said Grey smacking the drivers seat.


"You've got to be freaking kidding me! Hey, you forgot about me!"

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"She's been acting weird since Homecoming. Ignoring my text, calls, notes, and of course me!" Flint said hysterical.
"Dude what did you do?"
"We promised we wouldn't tell anyone", Flint replied.
"How am I suppose to help you if you don't tell me anything?" said Anthony annoyed.
"Okay...I'm going to tell you, but do not say anything to anyone else about this".
"Come on, say it!" Anthony asked impatiently.
"I slept with Asia", Flint said quickly.


"You did what?!"
"I slept with-"
"I heard you!" Anthony yelled, still leaving his mouth wide open.


"I screwed up, huh?" Flint asked Anthony.
"Well, the only you could have screwed up, is if you did something wrong. What did you do to her?" Anthony asked, wanting to know more.
"That's just it, we don't remember".


"Hold the phone, you both don't remember? What were you drugged?" asked Anthony confused.
"I think so, all I remember having is a lot of punch", Flint said laughing.
"Stupid! Don't you know someone always spikes the punch at our dances?!"


"Sorry I'm out of the loop about that kind of stuff", Flint said.
"She probably thinks you rufied her. You need to go talk to her right now you idiot!"
"God...you're right, bye!" Flint hung up the phone.
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Kyle

Ding Dong

"You lazy ass grandchildren!"

"Oh it's you Dylan...why are your pants so tight son?" asked Kyle's grandfather.
"Is Kyle home sir?" Dylan asked as he avoided the question.
"Oh yeah, he's been cooped up in his room since he got home".


Knock Knock

"Cammy! I don't feel like taking you to the library right now", I said pissed off.
She's been knocking on my door since I got home from school.


"Wow, you're a douche to your little sister".


"If you're here about the band, can this wait until later?" I asked rubbing my eyes.
"I just came to check up on you", said Dylan.
"I'm fine".


"No you're not, come on talk to me", he said sitting on my bed.
"Now I'm not fine, you're being a bother", I said as I sat up to face him.
I didn't want to talk about my problems with Dylan right now. It's frustrating how things turned out this way, ever since Homecoming.


"I've known you since we were born. Quit lying to me dumbass".
I didn't reply. I just gave him a poker face and looked at him like he was crazy.
"Dude, I know you saw Mimi and Anthony together. If not, you would've heard about it".


He broke down my fake smile and put me into great depression.
"I know about it. It's my fault it happened, so there!" I yelled angrily.
"Kyle, if you were honest to begin with. None of this would be happening".


Dill was right. I need to be honest if anything is going to work out in the end. But how can I? Especially in this circumstance.
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"Ugh, why do I feel so sick all the time?"


"What?! What the hell?"


"Have you lost your mind? What are you doing here?!" Asia tried to whisper.
"I needed to see you. Can we talk?"
"Okay, but quickly", she said opening the door.


"What did you have to tell me that was so important that it couldn't wait until tomorrow?" she questioned Flint.
"Um, I just really needed to tell you that I did not rufey you or anything from that one night. And if you want to break up with me I understand, it was an awkward situation-"


"Whoa, whoa, Flint I don't want to break up with you, no way. And we had spiked punched", she said nearly stuttering.
"Really? Wait you knew that too? Gosh, I should pay attention to stuff like that more often", he said confused.
"I...I just didn't know how to face you after that day. I was embarrassed".


"I was embarrassed too. But next time just tell me, and go don't running and hiding when I'm trying to talk to you. It hurts my feelings", said Flint.
"Okay, I will".
"Now give me hug", he demanded.
"What?" she asked.
"Give me a hug so that I know that you're still comfortable around me", he said reaching out his arms.


Asia leaped up and kissed him quickly.
"I am more than comfortable", she said.

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"Maybe I should've called a taxi", said Trish as she stared down the road squinting her eyes, "Why is this asshole speeding?"



Screeeeeech

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"Anthony I came rushing over, what's the matter?" asked Nicole.
"Mom hasn't came home yet", said Anthony worried.
"I'll go look for her! Did she go out drinking again?"
"No, you stay and watch Lucas. I'll go find her", said Anthony a little upset.


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To Be Continued...

Looks like Jenny struck a deal with her dad.
Kyle can't seem to make up his own mind.
Flint finally made with Asia, but for how long?
Who hit that car on purpose?
Will Anthony find his mother?