My morning had went by fast. I was sitting in maths waiting for the bell to ring. It was lunch next and I couldn't wait to stuff my face. Alanna wasn't in chemistry and I was worried she had went home.

The bell rung and I made my way to the lunch hall. I could see Lacey but not Alanna. Wait was that Jack? Why was he here? Lifting a tray I picked up some chicken and a green leaf salad. I still had some water and snacks in my bag. Making my way to their table I smiled as Ryan winked at me. He was sat with his football friends.

"Hey". I smiled taking a seat.

"Hi how has your morning been?". Lacey grinned. Jack had his arm slung over her shoulder. I was confused as to why he was here. He didn't attend school anymore.

"It's been okay. I didn't see Alanna in chemistry, is she sick?". I hope she wasn't away home because of Kane.

"Family business. She did say she'd be back for lunch but I guess not". Shrugging her shoulders she began to eat her lunch. "Can I ask you something?". She whispered leaning closer.

"Lacey". Jack warned.

"I want to know". She whined.

"Know what?". I asked noticing the table had went silent.

"Lacey don't you dare". Jack hissed but I was intrigued to know what she wanted to ask.

"She's not". A girl piped up from the end of the table. I remember her from the night out we went on. Jessica I'm sure her name was. "I mean she's not his type". She smirked.

"I wish she was". Holly sighed. "She'd be good for him and I bet he wouldn't be such a dick with her by his side".

"Holly". Jessica snapped. "Shut up".

"Are you talking about Jake?". I asked.

"Yes". Lacey grinned. "Are you dating?".

What?

"No". I laughed. Lacey's grin fell into a frown. Awkward. "I'm not dating anyone and I plan on keeping it that way until I graduate".

"See I told you she wasn't his type". Jessica giggled.

"Whatever". I mumbled. The chatter at the table began to pick up again. I'm glad I was living rent free in that girls head.

that

staring at me. She surely couldn't be annoyed because I wasn't dating

"Lacey". I sighed.

good one Leah and you would be good

I would be good for him? They

my tray the noise around me seemed to simmer. Turning around my eyes fell back on our table. Alanna had arrived, she seemed deep

their eyes fell on

it but it was none of my business. Putting my tray away I about turned and started to leave. I had English and I couldn't be late. I didn't need to give Mr Gallagher another

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to speak with Abby, she didn't turn up to English. This is the only class I have with her so I wondered if she had maybe went home sick. Mr Gallagher didn't say

nap. I wasn't feeling great, I

really wanted me to meet George. As the bell went signalling school was over I put my

hate me Leah. I have to cancel, coach is bursting my balls about the game next Friday. I'm

really feeling good anyway". I smiled. "We can reschedule next

can't do tomorrow I'm free Saturday

gran incase she has anything planned but I'll let you

see you tomorrow I have to get back". As he ran back inside I realised I didn't have a lift home from

my head. The parking lot wasn't empty yet so there may still be someone here that'll give me a lift. Walking closer to the exit

when I saw Lacey. "You needing a lift?". She

to rely on everyone else for lifts. It wouldn't be for much longer. Once I started working

on". Reaching her car I jumped in just glad to be out of the cold and rain. I couldn't imagine having to walk home in that. "The dark nights are coming in Leah. You shouldn't walk home when it's like this". Starting her car she pulled out of the

I wasn't even sure if

the job search going, any luck?". She

me a job at the gas station". I wasn't sure if that was a

wouldn't worry about Jakes parents saying no. Charlotte loves

some money again and put it towards a car. I'm not

"But I'll always help out and I'm sure Alanna will as well". Speaking

I asked as the car

just now. Wasn't Ryan suppose to be tutoring you

to football". I shrugged feeling my phone vibrate. "He's coming by

I'll see

thanks again". Unclipping my

I kicked my shoes off and hung my jacket up. I could hear laughter and chatter coming from the kitchen. I

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