A wish episode 3

🌼A Wish🌼
Written by Divine Peter

Chapter 3

“Loser.”

“Why does she always put on a hoodie?”

“Maybe she’s ugly and uses it to cover her scars.” I ignored the students whispering about me in the hallway of lakewood high and continued my journey towards my locker. I did the combination, placing my backpack in,side. Earlier this morning, when I woke I did all my house chores and dressed up for school, wearing a purple plain shirt, black leggings and a pair of white saddle shoes. I threw my black hoodie on, making sure to leave my hair down. The insults and whispers wasn’t a new thing to me, it mostly begins with harsh shoves from the populars and student tripping me.

A hand on my locker made me flinch, I looked up to see a pair of light green eyes glaring down at me, of course I will never forget the smug smirk he always has on when he sees me. The most popular and handsome boy in school, Zayn parker, the badboy of the school, a player who change girls like he changes his shirt. 90° of the girls in school fall at his feet but not me, he’s way out of my league. He started bullying me in my freshman year. It mostly verbal insults, he hasn’t gone physical on me.

“Brielle, Brielle, how was the weekend, hope you did my homework?”

“Y-yes.” I stuttered, handing him the notebook. Zayn snatched it from my hand, going through the book.

“Well done Brielle, meet me at lunch.” He patted my head like as if he was petting a dog, before walking away, blowing a k-ss at a group of girls who giggled sed-ctively.

I sighed, closing my locker. its always like this, Zayn and his group of friends gave me their homeworks. I cant refuse cause it will lead to slaps, kicks and punches. I remember when Zayn friends cornered me on my way home and beat me up. They didn’t care about the fact that they’re beating up a girl. Another reason why most of the juniors hate me is because I get praised by teachers when it comes to school works.

“Good job Brielle, you know Zayn, I think you should learn from Brielle maybe you will be able to get good grades.” A teacher once commented and I will never forget the death glare Zayn sent my way.

I continued making my way down the hallway only to bump into someone, making the person books fall down. I quickly bent down and picked up the book, afraid that it might be one of my bullies. I looked up to see a tall boy with blond hair, his glasses were a bit big but I could still see his beautiful grey eyes.

“Sorry.” I stuttered, when I felt his cold glare on me. Kind of funny how someone putting on glasses can be so intimidating.

‘And handsome.’ My subconscious told me.

“Give the girl a break Xav.” A boy with brown hair and light brown eyes said. “You’re scaring her.” That’s when I noticed the two boys standing behind him.

“Why does she look so frightened of us?” The other boy asked, he had brown hair and blue eyes.

“Here.” I stuttered, giving the boy with glasses his book back. He took it from my hand and stared at me. I fidgeted under his intense stare and practically turn around, running to the opposite side. I was confused, anytime I bump into a student they either yell, insult or push me away but these guys looked like they didn’t know who I was at all. I glanced down at my watch as a frown made its way on my face. Its just 7:20!

Gosh why did I have to come to school so early. I’m scared of waiting in the class cause of what I might see there, and one of my bullies. Last time I went to an empty class I saw a horrifying scene in front of me. Zayn was making out with girl on the teacher’s table, his hands were all over her.

Shuddering at the memory, I wandered around the hall, even though I still got whispers, insults and shoves. Mrs Russel, the English teacher was just coming out of the office when she sighted me. She smiled softly before walking over to me.

“Good morning Mrs Russel.” I greeted politely.

“Morning dear, you’re just the one I was looking for.”

I furrowed my brows in confusion, raising a brow. “Really? What for?”

“The principal wants to see you in his office.” Mrs Russel said.

“Okay, I’ll see him right now.” She nodded and walked away, leaving me in confusion as I made my way to the principal office. Have I done something wrong? Did Zayn lie against me to the principal? Why would the principal request to see me? Oh God am I getting expelled!

‘Shut up Brielle you’re overreacting.’

I took a deep breath, inhaling and exhaling before knocking on the door. I heard a gruff and deep ‘Come in’ from the principal. I gently opened the door and walked in,side, gently closing it behind me.

Shocked was an understatement. The three boys I bumped into earlier were standing right in front of me. I quickly averted my gaze when I locked eyes with the intimidating boy in glasses.

“Good Morning Principal Brooks.” I greeted, thank God it didn’t come out as an embarrasing squeak.

“Morning Brielle.” The principal replied. “We have new students and I will like you to give them a tour in the building.”

“Okay sir.” I said quietly. He smiled and I took it as my cue to leave, with the three guys trailing behind me.

“We meet again.” The guy with brown hair and light brown eyes said. He raised his hand and I flinched, moving backwards. My eyes were closed.

“Please don’t hurt me.” I whimpered. No one said a thing. I opened my eyes to see all of them looking confused. The guy with brown hair stared at me, his eyebrows furrowed.

“Why would you think…. I don’t hit girls.” He said.

“You don’t need to be scared of us.” The other boy with brown hair and blue eyes said. I felt eyes on me and I glanced at the guy with glasses to see that he was staring at me.

“Xavier.” He suddenly said. Is it weird for me to say that he has a charming deep voice.

“Huh?” I asked, feeling confused.

“I’m Xavier.” He strectched his arm.

I gently shook his big yet warm hand, feeling sparks and tingles. “Brielle.”

“The names Damon M’lady.” The boy with brown eyes said. He dramatically bowed and took my hand in his, placing a k-ss on it. I chuckled and faced the boy with blue eyes who smiled shyly at me.

“Alex.” He said, I nodded and gestured for them to follow me. I took them to the office, to get their schedules and locker numbers. Alex is a junior like me while Xavier and Damon are both seniors. I showed them around, the classes, gym, janitor closet, cafeteria. When it was 7:55 I waved at them and went to the class am having first period. Thankfully no one was in the class so I sat at the farthest seat in the back row. Eventually students and started filling up the class and I got dirty looks from the ones that s₱0tted me. I ignored them and focused on the Biology teacher who already started teaching.

When the class was over I packed my books and left, only to be stopped by Zayn and his group of friends.

“Don’t forget, cafeteria, 10:15.” He growled in my ear.

“O-okay.” I stuttered, nodding my head. His friend smirked at me, shoving me hærd when they passed. Its always like this everday, when Zayn is bored or angry he takes it out on me by telling his friends to hold me down while one of his girlfriends hits me. But if they want to spare me, they give me their homeworks. Whenever Zayn says ‘cafeteria, 10:15’ it means I should be in the cafeteria on time. He gives me fifteen minutes to eat and then be his personal maid, to run errands in getting him food and water, only to later get food or drinks on my hair as a thank you.

I hate the teachers in this school, even though am praised by them. I cant help it! They’re so oblivious. Cant they see that some students are being bullied. I cant even report to the principal cause Zayn threatned me.

I got to the next class and sat down, most students hate sitting with me, always giving me dirty and disgusted looks. Just when the teacher started teaching, the door was slammed open making the teacher jump in fright.

“Oh, sorry.” The person apologized. Wait that voice is familiar. I looked up to see Alex standing close to the doorway.

“No problem dear, you’re new right.” The teacher asked and Alex nodded. “Introduce yourself please.”

“Hi everyone, my name is Alexander Hill, its nice to meet you all.” His voice was polite.

“Very good Alexander, please take a seat next to Brielle. Brielle can you please raise your hand.” The teacher said. I awkwardly raised my hand up. When Alex saw that it was me his face seemed to relax. He walked over to where I was seated, plopping down beside me. I glanced around to see that I was being given death glares by most of the girls.

Gosh! Am not interested in him to begin with!

“Hi.” Alex greeted with a smile.

“Hey.” I replied drily, not wanting to start a converstion with him. It looks like he got the message cause he immediately turned around, facing the board. I don’t mean to be rude but I cant get too attached cause he’s just going to be like the rest of them, my bullies. Most new students that came to lakewood high and were my friends turned their backs on me. They later joined my bullies in tormenting me. That’s why I try to avoud new students at all cost.

“I’ll be giving you guys projects to work on, you’ll be paired with a partner.” The teacher said out of the blue. I sat up, my eyes wide. No, no, no!

I hate being paired with someone I rather work on the project alone. Last time I was paired with one of Zayn friends and he made me his personal slave and later left me to work on the project, alone!

I fidgeted in my seat as the teacher kept on calling names. “And Lastly Alexander and Brielle.” She said, closing her book.

Wait, what?

Alex turned to face me. “Guess we’re partners, so your place or mine?” He asked. I don’t think Liam will be happy to see a boy in the house.” I can already imagine his words.

“Since when did you become a slut?”

I shuddered at the thought and quickly said. “Your place.”

Alex smiled. “Okay.” I was hesitant at first but smiled back, turning to face the teacher who was already explaining what we should do in the project.

As other classes later ended, I walked out, heading to the cafeteria. I quickly got my food and walked over to the empty table I usually sit on. Zayn and his friends waltzed in like they owned the place, and almost all the cafeteria stared at them in awe. Zayn smirked once he s₱0tted me and mouthed ‘fifteen minutes’ I looked down, eating my food.

I noticed the cafeteria has suddenly gone quiet. Frowning, looked up to see Xavier, Damon and Alex casually making their way to the counter. I could hear the whispers from where I was seated.

“Oh my gosh who are they!”

“Is it a crime to be this good looking?”

“They’re the new students!”

“The guy in glasses looks so hot!”

When Xavier scanned the place with his eyes I silently prayed that he won’t notice me. Guess the lord didn’t want to answer me. Xavier made eye contact with me and whispered someting to Alex and Damon.

I watched in horror as they made their way over to my table and sat down.

“You might want to close your mouth.” Xavier stated. I shut my mouth, regaining my posture.

“What are you guys doing here?”

“Eating, duh.” Damon said bluntly.

“I mean you cant be seen with me.”

“Why?” Alex asked confused.

“Cause it will r-” I was cut short by a yell.

“Brielle! Fifteen minutes is up!” Zayn yelled, and all heads in the cafeteria turned to me. I slowly got up and walked over to where Zayn and his friends sat, ignoring the confused expressions on Xavier, Damon and Alex face.

“Throw this in the trash.” Zayn roughly shoved a dirty dish at me. I walked and threw it in the trash can, before going back to Zayn.

“Eric wants to eat some oreo cookies, so move it!” He ordered me, like as if I was a dog. Tears brimmed my eyes when I could feel eyes on me. Why does my life has to be like this?

I was about to walk when a firm yet gentle grip on my shoulder stopped me. I looked up to see Xavier hovering over me and giving Zayn a cold stare. Damon and Alex were right behind him.

“She’s not going anywhere.” Xavier stated, the tone of his voice was enough to send shivers down my spine. Zayn got up, facing Xavier with a scowl on his face.

“What’s it to you?”

“If you want something go get it yourself, she’s not your slave.” Xavier tone was calm yet deadly. A flash of fear flickered in Zayn’s eyes but he was quick to mask it up.

“Brielle come here. Now.” Zayn ordered. I tried to move but Xavier tightned his grip on my shoulder.

“Stay.” He whispered harshly in my ear, and turned to Zayn.

“Like I said she’s not your slave, if you want to order someone order one of your dumb followers.”

“Who the hell do you think you are to talk to me like that? Nerd.” Zayn snarled.

“Xavier Hill.” Xavier replied simply. “I can talk to you however I want, you’re not some god that I will bow down and respect. Oh and not all people that wear glasses are nerds.”

“Xav can we leave?” Alex asked nervously. I heard Xavier take a deep breath before nodding. I thought they would leave me and go, but Xavier pushed me so I was standing between him and Damon.

Without saying anything they left, Damon dragging me with them. I couldn’t help but gape at Xavier. No one has ever stood up to Zayn. I couldn’t even believe he defended me. I could feel Zayn deadly burning stare at our backs.

When we got out of the cafeteria, I yanked my hand from Damon’s grip and faced Xavier.

“What the fudge?!”