"You should never make a decision the day before your period." ~ Miranda J. Barrett

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The next few days pass by simply and happily with Abel and I back with one another.

Although I didn't enjoy the distance between us and the situation as a whole, I think it was important to experience some sort of hurdle and then get past it. It's strengthened our relationship more since I know now that I can trust Abel fully removing the lingering doubts that used to be there. It also helped Abel see how much I truly do like him despite it all and that he means a lot to me.

I think it's pretty much impossible to not encounter some sort of problem in any type of relationship but the most important thing is whether or not you can fight through it if you even think it's worth fighting for. I eventually came to my senses and realised that Abel is worth it and boy am I glad about that.

Everything about him is intoxicating; his touch, his smell, his kisses. He's like a drug that I'm addicted to. I couldn't ask for anyone better.

Nevertheless, waking up this morning for school is absolute torture. I'm in pain, I'm aching and I can already tell I'm going to be in one of my moods. I quickly head to the bathroom and realise that it's my time of month. My body never fails to remind me that I'm not pregnant every month on the 24th which I know is really strange but at least it's reliable.

Not to mention, I have the worst cramps which medication can't even cure. So I'm stuck with this torture for the next 5 days and it makes me want to cry.

I've tried begging my mum to let me off school before but that didn't work so I have no choice but to suck it up and go to school.

Abel picks me up just like before and I barely mutter a hello before resting my head against the window and pitying myself.

"Brown Eyes, are you alright? You look a bit.." Abel trails off without finishing his sentence.

I glance at him briefly but don't reply.  Even I know I'm being annoying but I can't stop myself.

You know when you're in one of those moods that you know you're in and that you know will irritate people but can't seem to get out of it no matter what? That's what I'm feeling right now. I just want my bed, is that too much to ask for?

Even though I didn't respond to Abel, he still reaches over and places his hand on my thigh and rubs it softly. What did I honestly do to deserve him?

A sigh of contentment escapes my lips as I wait for us to reach school.

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Now I'm not usually one for confrontation but being on my period sometimes makes me feel like I could fight anyone that gets in my way or annoys me even the slightest amount.

"Gosh Keziah, do you have no sense of style? My grandma dresses better than you." Marie sneers at me and places her hands on her hips. Since Eliza and I are no longer friends, Marie is one of the girls that has swooped in to be one of  Eliza's cronies. Why she would do that I have no idea.

Deciding to be the bigger person, I ignore the snide little comment and sit down at my desk. Marie obviously doesn't get the hint and continues with her digs.

"Nothing to say to defend your poor excuse of an outfit?" Marie and a few others laugh at this.

I'm really not in the mood for this today and I can't be bothered to tolerate it. Maybe that's why I snap at her.

"Just shut up Marie. Just because you're walking around in practically nothing doesn't make you any better than me. In fact, I think you're what most people would call a slut." She gasps at me and flushes bright red but unfortunately for her, I'm not done yet. "Don't think that you being one of Eliza's sidekicks makes any difference here. Stop bothering me." I slam my bag on the table and then look away from her noticing that the rest of the class has gone silent.

"Damn girl, who pissed in your cereal?" Noah saunters up to me and plops himself down at the desk.

I give him a look and reply, "Don't even go there Noah."

He raises his hands up in surrender and gave forward just as Dr Keaton walks in.

"I have your tests and your marks to give back to you this morning. Some of your work was absolutely abysmal that it was actually painful for me to grade. You guys will know who you are." He says blandly.

This test happened just after the ordeal with Abel and Eliza and I know I barely revised and wasn't focused that day so I have no clue what I even wrote on that exam. All I can say is that I am doomed.

Dr Keaton walks around the class slapping some tests down and giving people pointed looks while grunting at others. That makes it obvious who did well and who didn't.

He makes his way to me and slaps the test down but instead of just glaring at me like everyone else, he comments, "I have to say, I expected more from you Miss Callayo."

I look down at my paper to find a D- circled in bold red. Ironic that it's the same colour as the thing causing me an immense amount of pain.

I groan at place my head against the desk.

"Ooo Kez, that's pretty low." Noah states.

I whip my head towards him, "You don't think I know that?" I hiss.

Noah widens his eyes at my tone before mumbling to himself, "Someone's in a mood."

I of course choose to ignore it and try to get through this already dreadful day.

By the time lunch time rolls around, my day has been absolutely rubbish and It's not even over.

I've had one confrontation, a crappy grade, a water spillage all over my bag on my notes, a quick slip on the stairs and these awful cramps that I'm struggling to deal with.

I've never been so frustrated in my life and I just want to go home.

I march into the common room and drop myself into my usual seat without even saying hello to anyone. I lay my head on the desk and close my eyes intending to take a much needed nap.

I ignore the chatter going on all around me until I become the topic of conversation.

"What's wrong with Keziah?" Asks Abel. "She hasn't really said anything to me today."

I feel slightly guilty at that but it's honestly for the best. I'd 100% snap at him too.

"That's probably for the best." Comments Rani.

"Why?" Questions Abel.

"It's her time of the month. She's the absolute worst person to be around when it hits so be very careful." Says Rolo.

"I'm right here." I mumble out loud.

"Don't act like it isn't true." States Evelyn.

I don't respond because I know they're right.

I feel a large hand rub circles on my back which I automatically know is Abel since he's right next to me. He leans down and whispers in my ear, "Why didn't you tell me? Is there anything I can do to help?" He asks softly.

"Unless you have the cure for painful cramps, achy boobs and my constant flow then no you cannot help." I snap.

I told you it was going to happen.

I immediately regret saying that as soon as I see the slightly hurt look on Abel's face.

I sigh out loud and pull him closer to me, "I'm sorry. I didn't mean that. I'm just very uncomfortable right now."

I peck him on the cheek and lean my head against his shoulder.

"It's alright Brown Eyes, I understand. How about I come over tonight to be your very own source of comfort?" He raises his eyebrows in a questioning manor.

My sprits lift slightly at his suggestion as I nod my head eagerly.

Both Abel and I talk quietly between ourselves laughing at one another's comments. Even when I'm feeling like this, Abel manages to make me happy and that means a lot since no one else is able to.

"Oh wow, you've tamed beast Keziah." Rolo gasps dramatically and places his hands on his face in a shocked kind of way.

"It is pretty weird seeing you all happy right now." Adds Ana.

"She literally looks like she's crapping sunshine and rainbows instead of the usual doom and gloom." Rani shakes her head and forks some pasta into her mouth.

"Is she really that bad?" Asks Raphael.

"Oh you have no idea." Replies Ana.

"As long as you stick around Abel, I probably won't ever see that side." Comments Israel.

"Then you're very lucky." Evelyn answers.

I roll my eyes and go to respond when the witch herself walks up to our table.

"Abel! What are you doing with Keziah? Didn't that night mean anything to you?" Eliza bats her eyes at Abel and leans forward on the table exposing her cleavage.

"You know nothing happened so don't even bother acting otherwise." Abel spits out icily.

"He's right Eliza. I heard all about your little plan with your stupid little friends. I don't know when you'll finally understand that Abel doesn't want you and never will."

Eliza's nostrils flare from her anger as her face grows redder by the second.

"You have no idea what you're talking about!" She shrieks, "You're nothing but a black piece of rubbish waiting to be thrown out."

Murmured from all around us resonate throughout the room. My friends and Abel start to step in but I place my hands out that stops them.

"Today really isn't the day to mess with me Eliza." I grab Abel's bottle of water and pour it all over her. "Now get your brain dead ass away from me."

She shrieks loudly and stomps out the room leaving puddles of water behind her.

Looks like Israel spoke too soon.

I sit back down and rest my head on Abel's shoulder as if nothing ever happened.

I sit there for a minute longer before realising no ones said anything, "What?" I ask.

"That was so badass!"

"She definitely had it coming!"

"I didn't know you had it in you Kez!"

"I do not want to be on your bad side."

"Damn girl."

"You're crazy."

A mixture of comments are thrown in my direction from my friends but I allow them to pass over my head since it's not too important. Eliza deserved it especially after her racist comment.

Abel leans down to my ear, "You're so hot when you're angry." He rasps out.

I giggle at him and press my lips gently to his.

Unfortunately, this happy moment doesn't last long as my headteacher walks right up to me.

"I've heard about the trouble your causing Miss Callayo and I have to say I'm not very happy. Follow me." Mrs King promptly walks out the room forcing me to follow behind her.

"Wish me luck." I whisper shout to my friends before waking to my doom.

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A/N:
Does anyone else feel crazy at this time? I hate it so much.

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