"Emmy." I felt someone call my name and shake me. But I didn't want to wake up from my slumber. "Emmy, sweetie, wake up." The shaking did not stop. "It's morning, sweetie." The voice chuckled. Morning?! But I just got to bed. I moaned trying to sweep that hand off and get more sleep.

"Let me sleep mom." I hid my face under my pillow.

"No, you've got school. Now don't be a baby and get up." She sternly said.

"Five more minutes." I groaned wanting to sleep some more.

"Emmy, we both know that if I give you five more minutes, you'll wake up at noon. Now get up." Damn, I had no other choice but get up.

"Fine." I muttered and reluctantly got up from my amazing bed. I walked like a zombie to my bathroom and brushed my teeth. I looked at myself in the mirror and winced. Damn, that witch did some damage to my face. My right cheek bone was really swollen. Thank goodness, my mom left the room. I was not ready to give her an explanation.

Once I was done brushing my teeth, I jumped into the shower and relaxed under the water cascading down my body. I recalled what happened yesterday, how Asher stood by me and what happened in the nurse's room. My body started to heat up when I remembered his words. I really cannot understand Asher. At times he claims he hates me and at times he behaves like that possessive jerk. I'm not saying that I like him. The feeling's mutual. We are both in hate with each other. But I still don't comprehend what gets into his head and worst of all, why can't I get away from him when he's really close to me. Asher is a puzzle that I will probably never understand.

"Emmy!" I heard my mother shout from downstairs. Shoot! I must have been in the shower for quite a long time for her to start shouting.

Hastily I turned off the shower and wrapped myself around my towel. I immediately started to get ready for school. Today was Taylor's first match. I wore the shirt he gave me and my pair of favorite jeans. I looked at my reflection in the mirror. I had to admit though, the shirt that Taylor gave me was totally my size. It suited me well. I hope he likes it. The only problem was my swollen cheeks. I couldn't go like this in front of my parents. I took some foundation and tried to apply it on my face. Keyword, tried. I was never good with foundation or whatever related to make up. When I was done applying the foundation on my cheeks, I noticed it did minimize the bruise. Since Ally was best at make-up, I decided to ask her to do it for me once we'll be back school. I grabbed my bag and walked downstairs only to see my parents in a full make-out session. Oh boy!

"Ehem." I cleared my voice and both of them detangled themselves. My mom was blushing like a teenage school girl and my dad looked completely unfazed. Well, I guess my parents never grew up.

"Sorry, sweetie." My mom shyly said which made me laugh.

"It's alright, mom." I grabbed an apple. "I'll be late today since there's a match at school." I informed them.

"Okay. Have fun." My mom replied still looking at my dad with hungry eyes.

"Well, I'll be going." I quickly walked towards the door and got out. I'm sure my mom must not have waited to attack my dad once again. I just hope they don't do it in the kitchen or the couch.

*

I reached school in fifteen minutes and saw Ally rushing to me.

"Oh Emmy, I'm so sorry I wasn't there with you yesterday." Ally hugged me tightly. I even heard her voice crack at the end.

"Hey, it's alright." I rubbed her back gently. I should really thank God that Alicia is my friend. "I'm fine, now." I told her trying to calm her down.

"No, that witch beat you up." She looked at me with angry red eyes. "But don't worry, I'll deal with her today." She furiously said. One thing you need to know about Ally is that when somebody annoys her or her friends, she becomes Hulk over them.

"What are you going to do?" I nervously asked. I didn't want her to get into troubles because of me.

"Oh, nothing much. You don't need to worry about it." She waved her hands in the air shrugging off.

"Eum, okay. Just don't get into troubles." I warned. "Can you help me out please?" I removed the foundation from my bag and showed it to her. Ally nodded and we both walked to the girls' bathroom.

Once we were inside, Ally got to work. She tried not to hurt me any more since it was already paining.

"You know," She began, rubbing the foundation gently on my face. "Yesterday I tried to come in the nurse's room but Asher didn't let me." I scowled at what she said. Why would Asher do this?

"But why?" I asked confusedly.

"I don't know. Actually, both Taylor and I tried to check on you but he went all caveman over us." She then closed the foundation with its cap and washed her hands. I looked at my face and the swell was nearly nonexistent. I wanted to hug Ally for her fantastic job but my mind was totally preoccupied by what she said.

"What did he do?" I gave her all my attention.

"Well, I'd heard that you had fallen unconscious. So both Taylor and I went to the nurse's office to see you but all he did was shout. Not at me but more at Taylor. He didn't anyone to come near you. I swear I had never ever seen him so angry in my whole life. He looked like he wanted to murder anyone who would even mention your name." Ally explained. "I was a bit upset but then Nicholas told me not to take what Asher did at heart." She continued.

"B-But I don't understand. Ryan and the others were there with me. Why didn't Asher stop them?" I was really puzzled by his actions.

"He didn't want them inside. Actually, he wanted to throw them out but Caleb somehow knew that even Asher couldn't be left alone or else he might do something stupid. That's why the all the boys were inside." Ohh, now it made sense.

"I'm so sorry Ally. For Asher's stupid behavior." I genuinely apologized.

"It's not your fault. Really." Ally rubbed my arms. "So, how do you like my work?" Ally gestured to my cheek, changing the topic.

"Perfect. Thank you." I hugged her and we went to class.

On the way to class I saw Taylor.

"Taylor." I shouted bringing his attention to me.

"Hey Princess." He smiled at me. "How are you feeling?" Aww, he was so sweet.

"I'm perfectly fine. Look at my shirt." I gestured towards what I was wearing and his expression went from a shocked one to a pleased one.

"You look great." He did a thumbs up. I'm glad he liked it. "Hey, I need to go and practice. See you at the match?" He started walking away from me.

"Yes, I'll be there." I told him and took my things from my locker, getting ready for class.

"I'm telling you he has a thing for you." Ally whispered making me blush.

"Shut up, let's go to class."

*

Thank goodness, today's class was over. We had only four classes because of the match later. Apparently this match was really important for the school.

Ally and I walked together towards the lunchroom and ordered our lunch. Once we were done, we sat down on our usual seat.

I was about to take a slice of my pizza when I saw it was snatched from my hand to another person's mouth.

"Hey! That was mine." I shot Ryan a dirty look only to see him smirking at me.

"Too late, E. It's already in my stomach." He patted his stomach making me laugh. I noticed everyone including Asher were at our table. I was slightly shocked to see all of them, especially Asher. As always, Asher was giving me a cold stare.

"How are you feeling, Emberly?" Nicholas gently asked. He was sitting next to Ally, way too close to her. Aha, things are going right.

"I'm better. Thank you." I shyly replied.

"So, I can see you're going for the match." Oliver stated, motioning to my shirt. I nodded at him. From the corner of my eyes, I could feel Asher's burning gaze on me making me inwardly shiver.

"Of course, she will go. Her darling Taylor will be playing today." Ally smirked making me choke on the pizza I was eating.

"Shut up. He's not my darling Taylor." I was totally flushed by now.

"Sure he isn't. But his looks say otherwise." Ally mocked. "He could be the perfect boyfriend for you, Emberly. I think you should try dating him." Ally suggested but I could see her peering at Asher. Seeing this, my eyes snapped to Asher and I wished I hadn't looked. He looked like he was about to explode anytime soon. The vein on his forehead made its appearance. Oh no! He's furious.

Before I was even able to reply to what Ally said, Asher beat me to it.

"Emberly will not date anyone." He wrathfully muttered through gritted teeth making everyone quiet. His hands were into fists and he eyes were shooting daggers at me. My throat went dry. He angrily got up from his seat and walked out of the cafeteria dropping the bottle of ketchup in the process.

Everyone seemed shocked at his outburst, including me. When I looked at Ally, she looked completely satisfied with herself. What is up with her?!

"We'll go and check him out." The boys said and left their seats.

All this time I wondered, what the hell happened?!

*

Ally and I ran towards the bleachers. We did not want to be late but apparently we were thirty minutes late. All thanks to Mr. Asher! I still couldn't understand what the hell was wrong with him and why did Ally do that.

I need to ask her later about this.

When we reached the bleachers, I could hear most of the girls shouting Taylor's name. I noticed him on the ground and saw how well he was playing. That boy knew how to confuse his opponents and boy did he look good with his football outfit.

He seemed totally focused and soon he was able to goal. I shouted on top of my throat so happy for him. I saw him turn and his eyes met mine, displaying sheer happiness. Ally nudged me when she saw his little stunt. Some girls in front of me turned to look at me curiously.

"Are you dating him?" They asked not so nicely.

"No." I replied curtly.

"She means to say, not yet but soon." Ally completed for me making the girls glare at me. I looked incredulously at her and she simply shrugged.

Forty five minutes later, our school won by four goals. Everyone was cheering for Taylor because he was the one who made the school win.

I rapidly left the bleachers and went towards the boys changing room, waiting for Taylor to come.

Once I could notice him, I quickly ran towards his and congratulated him. Taylor took me in his arms and spun me around making me squeal with delight. He was sweaty but I didn't care.

You're a lucky charm for me I won because of you. Thanks for coming." He carefully dropped me on the floor making me blush at his words.

"No, you're a good player." I corrected him. "And you're welcome."

"So, will I see you tonight, at the party?" His friend were calling him out but his whole attention was on me.

"Yes." I replied making his lips curve into one gorgeous smiles making my stomach flip.

"I'll see you, tonight, then." He said, wrapping his arms around me.

Saying that he went towards his friends.

It was then that realization dawned on me. One, I've never been to a party and secondly, I don't even have a party dress and third, I don't even know where this party will be going on.

Shit!

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Hello my loves,

I hope you enjoyed Christmas very well. I'd like to thank all those who PM me, wishing me a Merry Christmas, thank you very much. It meant a lot.

So here is chapter 15, I hope you like it.

Does anyone have any idea of what might happen in the next chapter? Comment your views, I would really like to know what you're all thinking.

Love you all

Ina