Roman's p.o.v. 

Eating with the group was actually really fun. Remus drank milk through his nose (I have no idea how he's still alive), Remy filled us in on this kid he met at the party last night, Janus was feeding his snake that was somehow allowed in the school, and Virgil was leaning back in his chair writing some things down in a small notebook. 

After lunch I only had a few classes left, so it went by pretty fast. Before I knew it, the end of the day was here. I head to my locker to grab my stuff. They all want to go to another party today. I'm still pretty uneasy from the last one, but I figured I'd just cut back and not drink as much. 

Janus offered to take Remus to a mystery place, which I can only assume to be a date. I'm happy for them, because they seem really happy with each other just as friends. So who knows how happy they'll be during their relationship. 

The only problem with that is, I don't want this group to end up with the same issue as Logan and Patton. I just became friends with them, and I don't want us to drift apart as well. 

To also add to my anxiety over all of this, Remy is also attempting to court the boy he met at the party. From what I can remember before I drank, he seemed pretty nice, and they seemed to get along well. 

So I figured I was just gonna sit alone on the bus today. I technically sat alone this morning, but at least Remus was there. I walk down the hallway and out the door to my bus. I wait in line to get on. I can see Logan already on the bus, watching me from the window. I immediately look away. 

I'm about to step onto the bus when I feel someone grab my backpack and drag me away from the bus. At first I am too stunned to speak, I just stumble back, trying not to fall. I look over my shoulder and there's Virgil looking straight forward, heading towards the parking lot. 

"Quit it!" I yell at him, immediately wincing because it sounds like I'm whining. Virgil stops and lets go of me. He puts his hands in his pockets. He stares at me with a blank expression like always; completely unreadable. 

"What are you doing?" I ask in a calmer tone. The bus is going to leave any minute, but I still try to wait patiently for an answer. Virgil just looks at me and shrugs. He pulls his violet, almost black, beanie down more. 

"Figured I'd give you a ride home." 

"Oh." I said. I honestly don't know why I was surprised. I just figured he didn't like me. I mean, Janus said it himself: Virgil hates everyone he first meets. I would classify Virgil's and my relationship a just-met-friendship. 

"Why? Is that an issue?" He asked. I could tell by the way he asked that he was starting to get defensive. I quickly shake my head. 

"Of course not. But," I start. I can feel myself begin to smile. "If you're gonna drive someone home, you might want to let me know first." 

Virgil rolls his eyes and continues walking towards his car. I follow close behind, my shorter legs trying to keep up. From behind I could almost swear I saw a bit of a smile. Either that or I'm still out of it from the party. 

We climb into the car and Virgil heads out of the parking lot. Now that it's brighter out, I can actually see the inside of his car. Disappointingly, he doesn't really have anything that would reveal more about him in the car. No keychains, stickers, or anything like that. 

The only thing worth mentioning is the purple steering wheel cover. I guess his favorite color's purple. That's some new information, at least. 

"Do you even know the way to my house?" I asked, turning to him. He looked at me and raised an eyebrow, as if he was confused. He turned back to the road and didn't say anything for a moment or two. 

"Of course I do. I drive Remus home sometimes. I also drove you home from the party."

Oh. "Oh, right. Sorry for not remembering. Most of last night is completely blank." He nods and we're silent for a bit. I eventually look back at him and ask, "How bad was I?" 

"What do you mean?" 

"Like did I do anything stupid?" I ask, wanting to know but being terrified of the answer. 

Virgil thinks for a moment. I've found that out of all the people I've met, he takes the most time into thinking up a response. Most people I know are quick and witty. Like Logan, or Remy, or Janus. Remus just has no filter, and Patton doesn't need to take time because everything he says is just so innocent. Plus, he always knows what to say. 

With Virgil it's like he's trying to craft the best response. Whether he's trying not to hurt my feelings, or if he's just bad at having conversations I have no idea. It doesn't take him too long, though. Within ten seconds or so he's already got a response for me. 

"No, you were fine. Honestly you were a pretty chill drunk person compared to Remus or Remy. 

"Yeah, that's why I have this huge bruise on my face." I say. Virgil smirks and lets out a chuckle. 

"Nah, you just ran into some assholes. You handled it well, though." He says as he turns onto my street. Normally I'd feel proud if someone complimented me like this, but considering I don't remember anything, I was more nervous of what I did rather than proud. 

"Did I hurt them?" I asked, turning to Virgil as he stopped in front of my house. Virgil turned to me and shook his head. 

"Don't worry. You only hurt their ego." 

"Are you sure?" I ask, not entirely believing him. Virgil smirked and nodded. 

"Yeah, I'm sure. Now get out of the car and go do your homework." Virgil says, turning back to the steering wheel so he's ready to drive off when I get out. I sigh and grab my backpack, opening the car door and stepping out. 

"See you later, emo." I say, smirking. 

Virgil looks at me for a minute. For a minute I get scared because I think I pissed him off. However he simply says, "Cya, princey." And drives off. I stand on the sidewalk, watching his car drive off. 

Why the hell did he just call me princey? 

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Word Count: 1128

(A bit short I'd say, but oh well. I finished this in the middle of civics and it just looks like I'm staring off into space. Also trying to write a story for a completely different fandom that I have a rly bad hyperfixation on ._. but anywhooo, hope ya enjoyed! -Manzana)