Niall’s POV:

Drake stood up while sticking his pointer finger in the air, motioning a circle. I looked over to Ariella just as a smile began to appear across her face. Why haven’t she noticed me? She didn’t notice me on the couch with Brittney… Right? Or is it because of this morning with how I reacted to her not telling me her dreams? Either way, I have to tell her about Brittney’s deal with me sooner or later.

I cannot lose her. Not again…

The lights dimmed slightly, as the color strobe lights began to shine through the air. Carie’s face was priceless as some of the students came up and stood behind him, and music began to play in the speakers that were now at the door.

“Drake, what’s-“She was cut off by Drake placing a gentle kiss to her forehead. Carie smiled slightly and blushed while looking up at him. It reminded me of how Ariella would blush whenever I did that to her. It made me frown to think that she is upset at me.

Drake stood away from the table and stood in the center of what was now an empty space. Where did the tables go? Next thing you know, a flash mob occurs. When they finished dancing, they grabbed Carie and gestured to follow them.

Drake disappeared in the crowd and Carie stood in the center of a circle of people. She looked nervous, until the room went completely dark. Of course, some girls screamed. I think some were girls… Then a beam of light began to shine on one of the walls of the room, with neon lights, a message was on the wall. A projector.

“Prom?” it said in bright colors.

Ohhhhhh. Nice man. Real nice. Then the crowd opened to reveal a suited Drake with a white rose. Carie covered her mouth with her hand as she took in his appearance, making it obvious that she has not seen him this well-dressed before. Then again, I don’t think that anyone has, since we all wear a uniform that is the same…

He walked over to her and they exchanged a couple words before Carie’s head shook with excitement. She wrapped her arms around his neck and he responded quickly by wrapping his arms around her waist, picking her up and spinning her around, both with happy faces. Once he put her down, he handed her the white rose which she happily accepted. Everyone clapped as the lights turned back on, and returned to their meals. The speakers were wheeled out, and the dancers went back to their tables, high fiving their friends as they congratulated them.

They walked hand in hand back to the table.

“How was it Ari?” Drake asked her. She smiled widely. That smile…

“Perfect.” She responded. Carie was confused.

“You knew?”

“What, did you think that he thought of all of that himself? Of course he was going to need help.” She joked.

“Thank you, Ari. That was amazing.”

“Anything for you girl. Glad you liked it. “She said with a smile. She hasn’t given me one glance yet. I am becoming very worried… Then the bell rang, signaling breakfast was over. “And just in time too.” Ariella joked. Everyone at the table laughed. We all stood up and began to walk to our first classes.

Except for me.

I followed Drake and Ariella to their first class, which was apparently self-defense. I think I signed up for that class, don’t remember the last time I actually went. Now that I know she is here, I am totally coming every day.

Drake went ahead and went to the locker room, while Ariella was getting her gi ready so she could change into it in the locker room. I snuck up behind her, which was not the best idea, since she is in self-defense. I tapped her shoulder and she immediately grabbed my arm, and flung me over, so that my back hit the floor. I winced at the pain but didn’t let it get to me. She looked down at me, obviously shocked to see me.

“Niall… You actually came today.“ She whisper-scolded me before walking away from me, most likely to the changing rooms. I got up and caught up to her, blocking her path. She looked up at me annoyed.

“Ariella, about earlier…” She flinched, but I continued on. “I’m sorry for being a dick, if you just let me explain-“

“Niall?” someone said, cutting me off. I groaned in annoyance. I turned to see Drake coming out in his gi. “About time you came. You actually showed up today.” He said while smirking.

“Sorry…?” I questioned.

“It’s alright. I forgive you. It’s her you gotta watch out for.” He said, pointing to the now walking away Ariella. She used him as a distraction for me so she could leave. “Your gi is still where it was last time. Get changed bud.” He said, patting my back before walking over to the dummies for warm up.

The entire time she ignored me. She is definitely pissed about it. I tried talking to her during lunch and nothing. I decided to do something that will get her attention… I know just how to do that.

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Ariella’s POV


As I closed the door to my dorm, I slid down the door with my back pressed to it, while holding my head in my hands. It was pounding, as I don’t know what to do with Niall now. He has tried to talk to me all day and I just can’t tell what he is thinking. One minute, this morning he was arguing with me over my dreams, the next he just wants to talk as if nothing just happened. Despite the fact that I caught him with Brittney, when he told me that he isn’t with her anymore.

I walked over to my dresser and got some P.J.’s, knowing that I’m not going to leave the dorm until tomorrow morning. I hopped in the tub, deciding to take a relaxing bath. I tied my hair up in a bun so that it doesn’t get wet. I stripped myself of my uniform and once the tub was filled up, I sat in it and sighed as the warm water embraced my body. As I sat, I began to think once more, having another battle with my mind.

‘Maybe Head Mistress is right.’

We could still be together.

‘Maybe you’re just not worth it.’

Maybe if I ask him what’s going on?

‘Maybe you should-’

No. Losing him the first time was bad enough. But if I do it again, who knows what would happen to me.

‘He seems fine enough with Brittney.’

But he told me he only dated her from a bet with his friends. Right? He doesn’t like her.

‘But why was he with her on the couch in the lobby? Asleep?’

There should be another reason.

‘Like?’

He could be trying to… Uh…

‘He likes her.’

No, he doesn’t.

‘Maybe he does.’

He couldn’t lie to me.

‘He doesn’t want you to know.’

No he doesn’t like her. He won’t lie to me.

‘Has he asked you to Prom yet? It’s about a month away…’

He will soon enough…

‘Really?’

Positive.

‘What if he already asked Brittney?’

He wouldn’t.

‘Then ask him.’

Maybe I will.

‘Good.’

Fine.

I sat up from the tub, dried myself off my towel and wrapped it around my body. I walked out of the bathroom, grabbed some comfy clothes that I wear after school hours and put them on.

As I pulled the shirt over my head, I heard a knock at the door. I waited until I looked decent with my shirt to open the door. Once I did, there was no one. I looked down and saw a white envelope with my name written in neat cursive. I looked down the empty hallways before hesitantly picking up the discarded envelope. I shut the door when I was back inside with my foot, as my hands are slowly opening the letter.

Dearest Ariella,

I know that you do not wish to talk to me, but please hear me out. I am sorry with how I reacted this morning. I hope that you do trust me, and I will not pressure into telling me what your dreams are. You can tell me when you are ready. I am here for you. I will protect you, from anything that scares you. I won’t ever let anything hurt you. With your trust, I hope that you will trust me when I ask you to please come down to our tree. We need to talk face to face. Please give me a chance to show you how sorry I am. Dress causal but warm. It is getting cold outside, and I don’t want you to get sick. I love you Princess. Always have. Always will.

Niall xx

I sighed. I picked up my jacket off of my bed and put it on, as the temperature slowly drops outside as well as the sun, taking away the warmth. I grab my key, making sure that I don’t leave it behind and placing it into one of the jacket pockets, my phone into my back pocket of my jeans, and a beanie, just in case. I fold the letter and place it in the spare pocket of my jacket. I wrote a small note to the girls since they have not returned yet and placed it on my bed. I open the door, check to see who was around, before walking out. Niall, don’t let me down.

Notes

Hey guys! Thanks for being great supporters for this story, and I hope you liked the chapter. Sorry if it sucks, I have been writing chapters for my new story Take a Chance (If you haven't read it yet, please do so, as well as comment/vote/subscribe, it would mean a lot. )

So Prom (For them, not me... I have two years left of high school lol) is less than a month away! When will Niall ever ask Ariella? Do you think that Ariella will actually break up with Niall, since they are now lacking trust? Will their relationship come to an end???

BTW, Incase you got confused with Ariella's argument against her mind, the dialogue with the '...' is her mind, and the dialogue with out it is Ariella.

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