okay first of all, I'M SUPER DUPER SORRY for the late upload. I got sick and so busy with my thesis :'( But hey, look at the bright side, Chapter 11's already out :) hope you'll like it guys :)

--Mitsuki09

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Stacy Morland

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“Let’s go Dylan. We need to finish a part of our project today.”, I called out to Dylan who was still putting his things inside his bag.

“Catherine, we’ll head to the library okay?”, I said.

“Sure. I’ll go look for Michael. I’ll go ahead guys. Bye Stacy.”, she replied as she went out of the room. She didn’t even say goodbye to Dylan. I think she got pissed off.

“Ready?”, Dylan asked. Looks like I was spacing out. I nodded and we walked out of the room. We passed by the field and to the bleachers. Then we saw Catherine laughing together with Michael. I guess they were having a good time. I looked over at Dylan and I saw his right hand turn into a tight ball. What’s his problem? Is he jealous or something? Suddenly, my chest began to feel heavy. Somehow, I was only describing myself. We arrived inside the library and sat at the place where Dylan usually stays.

“So, let’s start with the biography of the continent we chose.”, Dylan said as he took out a piece of paper and pen.

“Dylan.”

“What is it Stacy? Did you have an idea about what to write?”, he asked.

“You do miss Catherine, don’t you?”, I asked while I placed my chin on the palm of my hand and looked at the busy librarian.

“W-why did you ask?”, he replied. I guess I might have startled him.

“Nothing in particular. Hey, let’s go to my house and make this project.”, I said.

“Sure. When?”, he asked.

“How about this Saturday after class?”, I asked and he nodded. I looked at Dylan and I really loved his messy brown hair, his deep dark colored eyes like it was a labyrinth, his hot body, and most of all, his kindness. He’s one extraordinary person and I’ll always be by his side. Honestly, I really have a huge crush on him. At first, it was just a feeling of wanting to have sex with him and flirting with him but now, I really do have a crush on him and I hope one day, he’ll look my way. I’ll do everything I can to make him fall for me.

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Catherine McMillan

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I continuously laughed at Michael’s jokes. His jokes this time were really funny. It makes you want to laugh at the stupidity of his jokes.

“I have another joke! Want to hear it?”, he smiled at me.

“No thanks. My stomach can’t handle it any longer.”, I replied.

“Well then, I have practice for thirty minutes. Will you be willing to wait?”, he asked.

“Yes. I’ll just sit here and read.”

“Watch me play Catherine. I want you to see how much I’m good in football.”, he said.

“Sure?”, I replied.

“Is that supposed to be an answer? Or a question?”, he asked. I smiled and said,

“Yes Michael. I’ll watch you play, now go.”. He smiled at me and went to his teammates.

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Michael Collins

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“Looks like someone’s happy.”, Mark teased.

“No I’m not.”, I replied.

“Stop being a pussy Michael.”, Mark said. I looked at Catherine and waved at her. She waved back and Mark suddenly blocked my view of Catherine.

“Fuck you Michael. You’re as happy as a street rat seeing cheese for the first time in its life.”, Mark said.

“Whatever Mark.”, I replied. The coach blowed his whistle and we went in formation. The mock game lasted for almost an hour and our side won. I looked at Catherine and she gave me a thumbs up. I also gave her a thumbs up and Mark blocked my view again.

“What’s with you and blocking other people’s views?”, I asked.

“What’s with you and your stupid smiling face when you see her and that goofy attitude just now? Dude, that’s not how a popular kid should act like. Get real Michael.”, Mark replied.

“You already know how I feel about Catherine, okay? So you don’t need to even wonder why I’m acting this way.”, I said. Mark smiled at me and said,

“Whatever decision you make dude, I’ll always be here.”

“Eww. Talk about being gay dude.”, I said as I punched him lightly on the back and headed to Catherine.

“Nice game.”, she said.

“Thanks. Did you see me play?”, I asked even though I already knew.

“Yes and you were amazing.”, she replied as she smiled at me. Her smile really makes me smile too. Talk about it being contagious.

“So, shall we go now? It’s already five.”, she asked.

“Oh yeah. You have work at eight right?”, I asked and she nodded. I carried both of our bags and Catherine was shocked.

“It’s okay Michael. I can carry my bag. It’s not that heavy anyway.”, she said.

“I’m a gentleman too, you know.”, I replied as I looked at her.

“Fine.”, she replied in defeat. We arrived at my car and we both went in. Forty minutes later, we arrived at my house.

“I’ll go take a shower first. My room’s open.”, I told her and she went. Ten minutes later, I entered my room and saw Catherine looking at my photo album.

“Who told you to touch those?”, I asked.

“Your dog did?”, she replied.

“Is that supposed to be an answer or a question?”, I asked.

“Your dog says sorry.”, she said. I sat beside her and looked at the pictures.

“Okay. First of all, get changed. I don’t want to sit beside a guy who’s barely naked and wet.”, she said. I laughed and changed into a sweat pants and a t-shirt.

“You’re cute for an eight year old kid.”

“So are you saying I’m not?”, I asked.

“That doesn’t even make sense.”, she said as she rolled her eyes and turned the pages from one to another.

“Let’s get to work Catherine. You still have work later.”, I told her. She nodded and sat on the carpeted floor. I opened my laptop and she continued to finish the model.

“Hey.”, I started a conversation since the air was so dead.

“Yeah?”, she replied.

“Wanna hang out some time?”, I asked. I suddenly got nervous. Wait, why am I getting nervous?

“What do you mean?”

“I – ah. Let’s hang out together. Like watch a movie or something.”, I replied.

“Sure. Let’s reward ourselves with that after the deadline of our project. Besides, I haven’t hung out much lately.”, she said. I’m happy that she would hang out with me. It’s a perfect opportunity to – wait, I’m not even sure if I do love her so maybe I’ll tell her next time; not now. I’ll just enjoy my time with her. Time went by so fast that it was already thirty minutes before eight.

“I have to go or I’ll be late for work.”, Catherine said as she stood up and grabbed her bag.

“I’ll drive you there. You go ahead downstairs, I’ll go get my key.”, I replied to what she said.

“Is it okay? I mean I – “, I cut her off.

“Catherine, look. If I won’t drive you there, you’ll be late without a doubt. We got so engrossed on our project that we lost track of time. Besides,  “, I went near her, leveled my head so we were now face to face and placed my right hand on her head.

“I always want be with you. I don’t care if I have to drive you from California to Canada. That’s how much I care for you. Got that?”, I smiled at her speechless face. She was so darn cute.

“Okay. Thank you.”, she lowered her head placed her hands behind her.

“Now, let’s go.”, I grabbed her hand and we walked out of the house. I opened the door of the front seat and she went in. I closed the door and went in the driver’s seat. We tucked our seat belts and I turned my car on. I stepped on the gas pedal and off we went. We arrived at seven fifty five so she wasn’t late, thank goodness.

“It’s good that you aren’t late.”, I said.

“Yeah. I’m kind of relieved. Thanks Michael.”, she said as she looked at me with her smiling face. Thank God that it was dim or she would’ve seen me blush. Trust me, I was. My cheeks became warm.

“You’re welcome Catherine. Anything for you.”, I replied. I froze as I felt her lips upon my lips. It was soft and warm. I kind of got turned on but at the same time I felt happy and weird.

“Take that as a thank you gift.”, she smiled as she unlocked her seat belt and opened the door.

“Thanks.”, I replied. I wasn’t going to let this opportunity go to waste like last time so I grabbed her arm, pulled her near me and kissed her forehead. She stared at me for how many seconds and she finally blinked.

“Take it as what you may think of it.”, I smiled at her. She smiled back and closed the door. I watched her walk until she went inside. Honestly, I could scream right now. I’m so happy right now. It’s a step forward in my relationship with Catherine. I just hope we could end up together. I’ll do everything I can for Catherine to notice me.