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I awakened in a cold sweat, breathing tough while clutching the blankets with white knuckles. I quickly glanced from left to right, my heart only beginning to slack after I realized I was awake. Carefully stepping out of bed, still reeling from the frightening movie my brain played while I slept, I peaked toward the door and froze. Something conveyed the impression that something was different regarding my room though I couldn’t put my finger on it. Pulling a blanket around my body, I attempted to block out the frigid air and overcome my shivering.The sun barely peeked through the closed blinds of my window. It was still early dawn. There was, of course, no way that I was going back to bed after such a terrifying event, so I made my way …show more content…

My parents were already left for work. I finished my daily routine of getting ready, jumping at each shadow. My my steps were quick as I left my house and walked toward the school. A boy left a few houses away just as I did. I caught his gaze and he gave me a way-to-perky wave. A modest wave is what I returned to him. It must have been enough of an invitation since over he ran to walk along side me. “Hi there! I’ve never noticed you around before. You’re the new neighbor girl, right? I’m Arrow.” His voice was lower than I had expected. He appeared extra defined in close proximity. “Annabelle,” I replied. “Welcome to Texas, Anna! Are you enrolled in Highridge?” I gave him a nod and watched his eyes sparkle as he went into full detail referring to the school both of us went to. Between the five block long walk, he managed to discuss classes he did and didn’t approve of, teachers that were “the best,” teachers that “hated children and shouldn’t be a teacher,” each sport and their team, and the best clubs to join. “I’m just starting today. I need to learn the ropes before I ever endeavor to busy myself with clubs and sports.” I explained as the two of us reached the school doors. Thousands of students stood on campus with their friends. Here I was, the new kid. I should have counted myself lucky that I already had a friendly person to talk to, still I couldn’t avoid feeling that lonely new kid status creep up as I stood by Arrow. He was adorable

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