Chapter 3

~New Characters Introduced~

Todd and Barbra

Original Date of Post: 07/29/2007

Narrator: Cheating, lying, deceit! These are the words we say when someone does something so unforgivable like having your own date kiss another girl. Harsh words maybe, but I too understand a female’s tender heart.

Sakura: Marisa, have you talked to Misty recently?

Marisa: Misty? No, not since the dance.

Sakura: Oh man, I'm worried. I think something must have happened between the time we left the dance and right now.

Marisa: I didn’t see what happened!

Sakura: Well I talked to Misty yesterday and she said she saw something so terrible that it got her so upset. I don’t know what it was, but I kind of have a feeling it involves her and Ash somehow.

Marisa: Do you think he did something to her at the dance? Did he touch her?

Sakura: No, I don’t think it was anything like that. In any case, Misty said she’s feeling sick today and isn’t coming in.

Marisa: Hmm…She likes Ash, doesn’t she?

Sakura: Who?

Marisa: What do mean who? I’m talking about Misty! (Sakura nods) If that’s the case, then I’m assuming that Ash did or said something to break her heart. (Ash walks up)

Ash: What’s up ladies?

Marisa: Speak of the devil!

Ash: Guys, I need to ask you something. Back at the dance, Brock told me that Misty got a ride from her sisters. I just wanted to ask you if you talked to her since the dance.

Sakura: Well, that’s kind of what we wanted to talk to you about. Misty called me this morning and said that she was sick and wasn’t coming in today. I even talked to her the day before and she sounded like she was crying. Now did you do anything to her at the dance that would have gotten her this upset?

Ash: No! I didn’t do a thing. If you talk to her, tell her I hope she feels better.

Marisa: Yeah, we’ll do that! On another subject Ash, tell that idiotic friend of yours, Gary to stay the hell away from me. All through the dance, he kept staring at my chest and at the end of the night, he tried to grab it.

Sakura: So that explains his black eye!

Ash: HE’S NOT MY FRIEND! (Nearby)

Winona: You need me to what?

Brock: You have to introduce me to that hot Queen Lucy! You have to help me! Tell me everything you know about her!

Winona: You’re not going to start stalking her, are you?

Brock: (Laughs) I would never do that!

Winona: Well, if you really want to get to know her, just talk to her during lunch. I’m sure you guys will really hit it off.

Brock: Really?

Winona: I do have to ask. Aren’t you a little intimidated by the fact that she’s a senior and you’re just a freshman?

Brock: In the great words of Aaliyah, “Age Ain’t Nothin’ But a Number.” (Back at Ash’s locker)

Ash: (Thinking) I wonder if Misty saw me kissing Anabel the night before. Could it be because of that? Nah! I doubt it!

Anabel: Hey Ash!

Ash: Oh Anabel! I’m glad you’re here! I want to talk to you.

Anabel: Same here!

Ash: Look, about the kiss the other night…

Anabel: I like you!

Ash: You know it was just as…What the hell did you just say? (Picture snaps) Huh?

Anabel: I like you Ash! I know it’s a little fast, but there’s something about you that is so irresistible. (Bell rings)

Ash: Oh, um, well, I have to get to class right now. (He runs off)

Anabel: (Sighs) I knew it was too soon to tell him. (At lunch)

Sakura: I thought that she would come during lunch.

Marisa: Well maybe we’ll give tomorrow a chance. (A boy walks up)

Todd: Long time no see!

Marisa: Todd, you scum bag! I haven’t seen you around lately!

Sakura: Who’s he?

Marisa: Oh, this is Todd. He and I go way back. So what do you have for me?

Todd: I’ve got some primo pictures of Saturday’s dance. Got one of you and that one boy dancing!

Marisa: Burn it!

Todd: And of some other people! (Marisa takes the photos) Hey, try not to get your fingerprints all over it!

Marisa: Bite me!

Todd: Snitch-bitch!

Sakura: Hey, isn’t that a picture of Ash kissing Anabel?

Marisa: So that’s what happened!

Todd: Oh that picture! Yeah, I’m thinking of putting this in the yearbook. Hopefully this school won’t be so strict about P.D.A. like in middle school.

Sakura: I feel so bad for her.

Marisa: I know what you mean!

Todd: Hey, if you’re interested, I just took a picture of those two talking in the hallway this morning.

Marisa: (Gasp) Holy crap! Misty is here! Here Todd, take your damn pictures and leave. Tell no one what happened here!

Todd: Alright, keep your panties on…please! (Todd leaves)

Marisa: How are you feeling?

Misty: I’ll survive.

Sakura: I’m sure things will be better in time. (Misty sighs)

Misty: Where is everybody? You two are the only ones here today?

Marisa: Well Brock said something about winning the heart of a Queen and I haven’t really seen Ash around since this morning.

Sakura: Here he comes! (Ash walks this way)

Misty: I’ve got to go! (She tears up and runs away)

Sakura: Oh dear! (Outside the cafeteria)

Brock: Hmm…Lucy, would you go out with me? No, that won’t work! Maybe if I come back with some flowers and chocolates. (Winona walks up) Ugh!

Winona: Just go over to her and introduce yourself. What’s the worst that could happen?

Brock: I suppose you’re right! She doesn’t seem nearly as stuck up as some of the girls I know at this school so far. Okay, I’m going in! Wish me luck! (He walks inside) There she is! I’m halfway to the table and I haven’t fainted yet! (Inhales)

Barbra: HEY KID! What do you think you’re doing?

Brock: I was going to talk to Queen Lucy!

Barbra: (Mocking) I was going to talk to Queen Lucy! Well, this is as far as you go to see her. I’ve heard all about you! I know that you’re that freshman pervert and I don’t want you hanging around Lucy. (Pushes Brock to the ground) Now get out of my sight before I really get mad! (Nearby)

Ash: I wish Misty were here to see this! I’m sure she would have gotten a kick out of seeing Brock make a fool out of himself like that.

Sakura: Speaking of Misty, what do you think about her?

Ash: Huh?

Marisa: Yeah, you know, she’s your friend right? Just being curious here and wondering what you think of her!

Ash: Well, I see her as one of my friends, that’s all!

Sakura: That’s it? (Marisa and Sakura stand up)

Ash: Where are you two going off to?

Both: None of your business!

Sakura: What a jerk!

Marisa: Maybe not! Maybe Ash isn’t aware of Misty’s infatuation. Maybe he’s just oblivious to the fact. But then again, men are like dogs and in most cases, mutts! So immature!

Sakura: Mutts like Gary? But you were right with Ash the first time. Maybe Ash doesn’t understand. Besides, some men aren’t dogs!

Marisa: Am I to assume that you’re talking about Drew with that last statement?

Sakura: Yeah. I have a feeling that after that date we had Saturday, he might ask me out again. Keep your fingers crossed!

Marisa: Really? Then, what is he doing with that other girl?

Sakura: What the hell? (Drew kisses another girl on the cheek)

Marisa: I can honestly say I wasn’t expecting to see that!

Sakura: I knew it was too good to be true! He’s a player! (Sighs) Oh well, there are other male fish in the sea! But I can move on, I wonder if Misty can. (A little later in the girl's locker room)

Marisa: Man, that was an intense game. (Thinking) Misty dominated the court today. She must be at the anger part of this whole Ash ordeal. Man, love is so complicated. (Soft sobbing) Huh? (Aloud) Misty, there you are!

Misty: Please go away.

Marisa: Let me talk to you. You might feel better.

Misty: (Sobbing) I’ll be fine.

Marisa: You’re not fine! You didn’t show up for half of your classes today, you’ve been unusually aggressive in gym today and now you’re crying. You can tell me.

Misty: I thought there was something there, but I guess I was wrong. Going to the dance with Ash was the best thing that I could ever hope for. But then, I saw him kissing Anabel right in front of my eyes. It hurt me! I know it was only one little date, but I was hoping that there was something more. I was hoping that he would like me, more than just a friend.

Marisa: Oh Misty... (She hugs her) Please stop crying! (After school in the parking lot)

Winona: There she is Brock! You might want to get this over with since she’s not around any of her crew.

Brock: Alright! Time for Brock to get some luck! (He walks up to her) Queen Lucy?

Lucy: Huh? You’re that boy from the dance! I remember, you’re the one wearing the mask and praising me.

Brock: Um, yeah, that’s me! Brock Harrison!

Lucy: (Blushes) I was very flattered by all of those kind remarks.

Brock: Really? Gee Lucy, I’ve never met any other girl as pretty and kind as you. I was wondering if you would like to go out with me sometime.

Lucy: As much as I’d love to, I’m only into older men and I know that you’re only a freshman. (Brock gasps) I’m sorry. It’s just that I like my dates to be in my class or at the college level. (She gets in her car) Later! (She drives off)

Brock: God damn it! (Winona walks up)

Winona: Oh, don’t take it too hard Brock. Most boys have been blown off by Lucy in less than two words. You're special. You're the only underclassman to make her blush and say more than, "buzz off".

Brock: You couldn’t have told me that little detail Winona?

Winona: My point is she at least recognizes you compared to all of the other boys I've seen get turned down.

Brock: So you think there maybe a chance for me?

Winona: You never know! She might change her view on dating freshmen and when that happens, you may be the first one she goes to.

Brock: Ha! Watch out Lucy, Brock Harrison is on the loose!

Winona: Just try not to pull anymore peep shows during gym class.

Brock: You know about that one too?

Winona: The whole school knows about that. (Near the bike rack)

Anabel: Hi Ash, you wanted to speak to me?

Ash: Um, yeah...about what you said to me this morning. It's just that...well...man, I've never had to do this before.

Anabel: You don't share the same feelings, huh?

Ash: I think it’s best that we just stay friends.

Anabel: I thought so. (Sighs)

Ash: Hey, don’t take it so hard like that. It’s just that, I’m not ready to be in a relationship and I really don’t know when I ever will be.

Anabel: No, I’m sorry. It was just…That kiss we had at the dance, I just felt some sort of connection. It felt like you were the one for me. But, you are right Ash. If you’re not ready to be in a relationship, I understand and respect your decision. I’m glad that we can at least stay friends. (They shake hands)

Ash: Don’t worry Anabel. One day, you’ll find a boy who will love you, the way you wanted me to. (Ash walks away)

Anabel: Well...maybe he wasn't the one, but thankfully I have four more years to see what's open to me. (In the courtyard)

Misty: (Thinking) He should know how I feel. He has a right to. Who knows? He might dump Anabel when he learns about my feelings. Oh that's stupid and I'm an idiot for even thinking such a...

Ash: (Shouting) Misty! (He runs over to her) There you are.

Misty: Oh, Ash.

Ash: You feeling okay?

Misty: Oh yeah, I’m feeling a little better than I was. (Thinking) I don’t want to tell him yet. Wait, yes I do. No you don't...

Ash: You’re not contagious are you?

Misty: Don't worry, you won't catch anything. (He sits down)

Ash: I take it you got sick during the dance because I didn’t see you come back outside.

Misty: Right. My sisters gave me a ride home. (Ash puts his arm around her) Huh?

Ash: That’s another load off my mind. In the midst of Anabel having a crush on me, I was worried if you were feeling okay.

Misty: (Blushes) Anabel had a crush on you?

Ash: Yeah, but I told her that I would rather be friends than boyfriend/girlfriend. I’m not really ready to have a relationship and to be honest I have no idea when I will be ready. But for now, I’m happy with things the way they are.

Misty: Hmm, that makes sense. I’m with you on that one. We are young after all and love is kind of new to all of us.

Ash: That’s true! That’s why I always like talking to you. You just seem so down to earth. You're easy to talk to.

Misty: (Thinking) I guess he’s not ready yet. But that’s okay. He can change his mind at any point. And when that day comes, I’ll be there.

~*Preview*~

Marisa: News alert! We have a transfer student and he is a total hunk. Oh but I have no chance with him. The boy is at least two years ahead of me. Plus I have to fight off a school full of horny women. All for the best I suppose. As long as he doesn't end up with one of the Waterflower tramps, he should be okay. Next time on Romance 101, Chapter 4...See you next time!