freak|adam banks ¹

twenty six: oh so youre a hockey player

Jae:

"Yeah I used to live in New Jersey, had to movie here after my dad got a new job," He says sadly. Grayson was in the library with me after school. He was telling me about himself as I helped him catch up with the work. I could tell he was sad about being here and that made me feel bad for him.

"Well, I hope I can make life here easier and more fun for you," I say. He smiles and nods. "I was new here in the beginning of the year, it really sucked getting used to it so I know what you're going through."

"I already know," He says sadly. "I'm sorry I shouldn't have said anything."

"No , no it's okay. I don't really mind talking about the past. I normally write stories about it. That's how I learned to get over it," I say. He smiles.

"You one strong girl Jae," He says. He had his hand arm propped up on the table and he had his head in his hand. I smile and feel myself heat up.

"Anyways enough talk about me, what do you like to do?" I ask as I copy him and put my head in my hand. He laughs at me before speaking.

"Well, I'm the typical sports person. I've played football, lacrosse, wrestling, and hockey all my life," He explains. At the mention of hockey a huge smile spreads across my face.

"No way! I love hockey, I play for the team here. Oh my god you should come to our practice tonight and try out, we're not that far into the season. We've only had like three games, oh my god please come!" I say happily. He laughs a little too loudly since we are shushed by many.

"You're really cute when you get excited but sure I would love to come," He says still laughing. My heart almost stops when he calls me cute and suddenly I feel really guilty. It's not like I like him, it's just Adam wouldn't like any of this. I smile and pretend like it didn't bother me.

"Great! You know my brother plays football too!" I say. He nods his head as we begin to put our books away.

"Yeah, Josh Williams. I've heard great things about him. He's crazy good at football," Grayson says. I nod my head.

"Practice is at six tonight at the rink, you know where you're going?" I ask. He nods and smiles before lifting his school bag over his shoulders.

"I'll see you at practice!" He says happily as he kisses my cheek. I watch him walk out the door, turning around and smiling at me before actually leaving. I force a smile and wave at him. I feel like I'm going to throw up and I really don't want to do that in the middle of the library. Instead of just standing around in the library like an idiot. I walk over to the football field where I know Josh is practicing. I spot Luis sitting on the bleachers, checking out the cheerleaders as they practice their routine. I smile to myself, classic Luis.

"Hey Mendoza, why don't you take a picture it'll last longer," I yell out to him as I walk along the bleachers. He turns his attention to me and smiles once he sees me.

"Oh please, I already have," He says smirking. I laugh and roll my eyes.

"You're disgusting!" I say as I lean in to give him a hug. I spot Daisy cheering, the sight of her making my stomach turn.

"How was your study date with mr. new guy?" He asks smirking. I roll my eyes and groan loudly.

"His name is Grayson and it wasn't a date. He's clueless and needed help with his school work," I explain. Luis playfully rolls his eyes.

"Even if you don't like him I can tell he's got the hots for you," He says smirking. I lightly slap him.

"Please, he wouldn't like me!" I say. "Besides, are we forgetting about Adam here! Hello!"