A Dare To Kiss The Bad Boy

Everyone has different lifestyles, different aims and goals. As for me, I've always been known as the nice girl. Even my best friend, Joey, would always say that I look too innocent and naive to be true; too good for anyone. Ever since dad died of lung cancer, I gave up on friendship. My two best friends betrayed me and then taunted me about my father's death. Since then, I've worked very hard to have good grades in school in order to attain a scholarship after high school to relieve mom. Those had been my utmost priority before this lame party came up .

Here I stood dressed in a body hugging knee length dress. Large blue eyes, pale blonde hair because that's who I am. Who Ivy Young. My eyes scanned my body and my pretty dress. If I'm truthful enough, I would say I look hot. This had been Joey's choosing not mine.

My brows drew together."Is this dress not a little short?" I asked, blinking my eyelashes rapidly.

Joey turned to look at me, her honey brown eyes widened."Oh my God! You look really beautiful, Ivy."She uttered.

She walked over to me and gripped my arm, pulling to her full length mirror.

I let out a little gasp as I watch myself in the mirror. I was mesmerized by my own beauty. If Joey had not been standing behind my back, I'd have denied that I'm not me. My deep blue eyes shone brightly, I've never realized how pretty they were before. My hair was packed in a bun, as usual. Joey told me to let me down but I refused, I prefer packing my hair. Nevertheless, I still look pretty.

I pressed my palms to my cheeks."I look hot, Joey."I muttered gently.

"Yeah" she agreed with me, grinning from ear to ear."Are you ready?"

I nodded my head in the affirmative. Physically yes. Mentally no!

"I'm kinda nervous," I said, picking my words one after the other.

It's the first time I'll be attending a party other than my neighbor's birthday party.

The corners of her mouth curled upwards."You'll be okay, stop worrying too much."She assured me.

I beamed a little smile at her. If not for Joey, I wouldn't be attending this party. Jake would be there so she dragged me along with her.

Joey's eyelids dropped."If I don't get Jake to notice me tonight, I don't think he'll ever will."She blurted out.

I drew in a long breath."Here we go again!"I muttered under my breath.

Jake Smith is the guy Joey had a sickening crush on. I don't know him that well but I've taken two classes with him this year. Within those times, I've seen nothing but rude behaviors of him. He is always with his gang of assholes. He's one of the bad boys in my school which makes me dislike him and the fact that he's the best friend with Romeo Sparks, the school badass, the handsome jerk with annoying curly hair.

I patted my best friend gently on her shoulder."He'll surely do, Joey. You only have to be positive."

I tried my best to cheer Joey up instead of saying what my mind really wants to say.

**Stop crushing on that asshole because he'll never look into your way. Ordinary and good girls like you are not his type.**

Her mouth curved into a wide smile. That's typical of her, she'll always smile even in the worst situations.

*****

By the time we arrived at the party, the party was already in its full swing.

"I need to go find Jake." Joey yelled over the loud blasting of music.

I forced a smile."Okay."I yelled back then watched her go off.

With Joey gone, I somehow felt alone. Lost.

I noticed some faces from school but couldn't make out any of their names. Parties like this are not meant for people like me. Friday night, I would rather be in my room watching TV series.

My eyes landed on Romeo Sparks, Evergreen High School's baddest boy amidst the crowd. Since Romeo was here, definitely Jake would be here.

I silently wished Joey got to tell him that she has an undying crush on him. I wondered what his reaction would be. I tried my best not to think about it.

I felt my throat dry as I waded through the crowd. I held my ears as I walked past one of the speakers, the bass pounding as loud as my heart. I turned around to check if I could see Joey. I felt left out being here on my own, because this party is just not my thing. I should be in bed by now watching my favorite TV series and probably crushing popcorn or curled up in bed reading my favorite romance novel.

I took a deep breath wishing that I hadn't come here at all. The air in here is suffocating .

I need air.

I spun around and searched for the next available exit. I sighed as I made my way to the door. I pushed through the kitchen door and pulled open the sliding back door. The cold summer breeze welcomed me as I stepped out onto the patio. I shut my eyes, inhaling the deep fresh air.

Some girl screamed, invading my beautiful moment. Natalie Portman was a tall beautiful cheerleader who spoke like a valley man but she wasn't as mean as she seemed. We've worked together a few times and I can tell she's nice. Actually we were kind of friends, I could go talk to her. At least there is finally someone to communicate with.

"Shit sorry!" I heard a masculine voice.

A second later, a cold liquid soaked the front of my dress. The guy stumbled and pulled himself up.

"My bad, really," he mumbled and sat down.

Could this party be any worse? My dress was filled with God knows what type of alcohol and I have nothing to change into. I took a second to look at the guy, he was wasted and I couldn't blame him. I shook my head then walked inside to find a bathroom. I pushed my way through the crowded hall in search of the damn bathroom. Luckily for me, I found one. I tried to close the door behind me but it wouldn't lock.

Soon I realized the lock was damaged, frustratedly I left it hanging. I only need to clean myself then get out.

I pulled out some wipers to clean my clothes but the stain only got worse. I folded my arms over my chest and leaned against the counter. I was about to go out but was met with some broad chest. I traced the chest to its owner, it was the other guy that spilled a drink on me earlier. He smelled cigarettes like earlier.

"Um... I'm.... Sorry, I'm just gonna go away" I mumbled as I tried to walk past him.

Something in his eyes told me it wasn't going to be that easy. Before I could go, he drugged his dirty fingernails into my sleeveless arm and squeezed. I'm really regretting that I wore this dress for the first time tonight.

"You look hot girl" his breath burned my skin and I whimpered in fear.

Tears pricked in the corner of my eyes.``Please.''I begged him.

"We're only going to have a little fun," he said, trailing his hands up my hips.

I squeezed my eyes shut to block the thought of his hands over my body as if that would help.

Before I could tell what's happening, I heard slight grunting and opened my eyes to see a toned skin beating the crap out of the guy who was touching me earlier. I heaved a sigh of relief, I was glad that the drunk man's hands were off my body.

I stood there, shocked. Whoever came to my rescue hasn't stopped, he's still beating the guy.

It took all of me to muster the courage to talk.

" Stop!" I screamed to the shadow still throwing punches.

He didn't stop. He didn't act like he heard my tiny voice.

"You're going to kill him, you need to stop now otherwise you'll get yourself in trouble" I screamed once again. What the hell is he thinking? The drunk guy will soon pass out.

Still nothing.

I used all my might to drag him off of the guy. That's the only thing I could think of.

It worked.

The idiot that tried to harass me ran out immediately.

Finally, I'm able to see my savior. My mouth fell open.

What is this jerk doing here?

How did he find us?

Series of questions ran through my head as I stared at my savior, still dazed. The moment I jerked myself to reverie, I moved away from him.

His forest green eyes bored into mine."What the hell are you doing in a male bathroom?"He questioned me.

I stood there staring into his eyes, nothing came out of my mouth.

He waved his hand."Hello dummy. Can you hear me?"

He shook his head, his nose wrinkled in disgust."Dumbass."He stated and walked away.

I blinked my long eyelashes rapidly. Shit! I just acted like a fool, like a dumbass just as he said. Why was I speechless when he was here?

Of course, I was shocked that Romeo freaking Sparks just saved me!

I squeezed my eyes shut, trying to forget what just happened, the way Romeo Sparks saved and how I acted like a typical dummy.

I did the only thing left for me to do. I ran outside to look for joey.

The minute I got outside, I spotted Joey among the crowd dancing heartily with Jake. Seems like everything went well. I gripped her and pulled her outside, not minding the stares we were receiving from some people.

****

Things moved very fast, Saturday gone, Sunday gone and here comes Monday. For the first time in my life I was thinking of skipping school to avoid seeking Romeo.

Oh Romeo!

Even the thought of his name made my heart race.

What will I tell him?

Will I thank him?

Many thoughts ran through my mind as I got dressed.

He probably won't recognize me. I don't think I have any class with him, all I have to do is avoid getting in his way.

It was in English class that I finally realized my prayer didn't get answered anyway. You know that feeling you get when you are feeling someone is boring holes into your back with their stares and you have no idea who they are. Well, that's exactly how I'm feeling right now. I only thought of someone.

Romeo Sparks!

I'm too scared to turn around to confirm my suspicion. What if he is really here?

"C'mon he can't be here, you've never seen him attend this class* my inner mind chimed in."

I lifted my shoulder in a half shrug, getting the thought out of my mind.

I continued staring at Mr Banks as he went on talking, without picking out anything from what he was babbling. A girl sneezes causing the whole class to look in her direction. I quickly whipped my head around to confirm my theory. When I finally saw those eyes that were piercing through my back,I wasn't surprised who they belonged to.

Romeo Sparks, of course.

His bright emerald eyes pierced into mine as if he could see through me. His gaze held a mixture of frustration, confusion and anger. I couldn't decipher which it was really.

I freaked out and turned to the front instantly.

What is he doing here?

I have never seen him in class. It later dawned on me that he has been skipping class. I tried not to think that he was in here today because of me.

When I tried to stare back to see if Romeo was still looking at me, I was met with Mr Banks' old ugly eyes instead. He looked keenly between Romeo and I demanding for some explanation but neither of us talked.

"Quit staring at each other you horny teenagers and focus in class otherwise you'll both get detention"Mr Bank's waggy voice vibrated through the class room.

Heat flushed in my cheeks as students turned to look between Romeo and I, surprised by what just happened.

Why the hell would the hottest guy in school spare a nerd like me a glance?

Did I just call Romeo the hottest guy? I rolled my eyes.

"He isn't really that hot."I muttered under my breath, lying to myself.

I tried my best to shut him out of my mind and pretend like he's not in the same classroom as I was. I can't afford to break my perfect record of zero detentions.

With him sitting two seats away from mine, it's hard to ignore the little jargons he was saying mostly about me.

"Black sucks on you!" He said slowly but I heard him.

I was putting on a black oversized T-shirt and boyfriend jeans.

I stared back and shot him a deadly glare.

"Keep your eyes off me cunt!" He spatted.

"I don't want any mischief today and since you two can't handle yourselves you can kindly walk yourself to detention."Mr Bank's voice resounded in my head.

"I was..."I tried to explain.

"No!" He interrupted me.

"Mr Banks, he...." I tried again.

"I said no!"

A line appeared between my brows."I can expl ......"

"Now GET OUT BOTH OF YOU or one more word I'll extend your detention" He raised his voice, already infuriated.

"Yelling is not for old pricks like you, Mr Banks."Romeo had to open his mouth to just add more problems.

The whole class erupted in laughter.

"Lunchtime and after school, detention tomorrow also, both of you."Mr Banks rambled, clearly embarrassed by what that jerk said.

"But Sir, I......" I tried to explain.

I tried to explain that I'm not part of this, Romeo caused this alone and should get punished alone.

"Lunchtime and after school detention for the whole week both of you" Mr Banks interrupted me once again.

He's clearly having a bad day and I was the one he decided to take it out on. I realized soon, he'll only worsen it the more I talk.

Nonchalantly, Romeo picked up his book and started heading for the door. I let out a couple of groans before walking behind him.

The detention room was empty apart from the teacher who took our names down. As soon as we were done with that, I took the farthest seat I could find away from Romeo. I actually plan on ignoring him for the rest of the detention.

I took out my phone to tell Joey about my detention and tell her to eat lunch alone but as she replied, my phone was seized. I couldn't even get to read her response.

I groaned, trying really hard not to cry. This is the first time I'll ever be in detention. Is this what it feels like to get into trouble? Romeo sat down peacefully, obviously he has gotten used to it.

"I'm going out for lunch, you better not talk other than sit there" the teacher in charge of detention said.

As soon as she walked out, the silence became more awkward and the room suddenly became uncomfortable.

Sitting down here with the school badass is what I wouldn't give a thought. This is all his fault, if he hadn't opened that damned mouth of his to talk trash about me, probably none of this wouldn't have happened.

"This is all your fault" I couldn't help but tell him. Everything is all his fucking fault.

He didn't respond.

"Can you hear me at all" I demanded, getting pissed off.

Still no word from him.

"Hey!"I yelled again.

"I'm talking to you!"I exclaimed angrily.

With this, he looked up.

"I heard you the first time I just don't give a damn" he stated, staring intensely into my eyes.

He continued."If you will excuse me, I'm trying to observe the detention rules."

He glanced at me for the last time, then went back to picking his nails.

What the heck? I know he is a rude jerk but not to this extent.

He's trying to observe a rule when he actually broke one and got both of us in trouble.

I'm too tired to argue with him any further so I just went back to my seat.

The rest of the day was just as bad, by the time we came back after school for another one hour detention, I did my best and stayed away from Romeo because that's the only thing I could do.

The week went by peacefully. Well, at least not peacefully enough, I had to spend my lunch time and after school in a god-damned deserted room with Romeo Sparks. Not to think of the awkward silence we both had been sharing since the starting of the detention.

"Jerk!" I muttered, staring at him across the room.

"I heard that!" He hissed, not raising his head from his locker.

I scoffed. He even had the audacity to talk back after all what he had put us through.

"Well, it was for you to hear." I retorted angrily.

"Bimbo,"He mumbled, raising his head to look at me."Little wonder you got ogled by the wrong guy."

My eyes narrowed. What is he trying to pull here?

Almost immediately images of last Friday flushed in. The drunk guy in the bathroom and how Romeo Saved me. Somehow I wanted to thank him but he doesn't deserve any, he's a jerk who does nothing other than bring trouble to people's lives.

When I finally got out of the detention room, the usually crowded hall ways are now deserted so is the packing lot. Joey who has always been my ride had gone home since I was on detention this week. I began to find my way towards the exit of the school, dreading my walk home.

Shortly, a black Audi pulled up beside me, then the glass was wined down. When the driver came into view, I wasn't surprised who it was.

Romeo Sparks.

I fizzled then started walking.

"What are you doing?" He demanded, raising his voice so I could hear him.

"What does it seem like I'm doing?" I retorted without reducing my walking pace. Why is he even speaking to me?

Romeo started driving at the same place I was walking.

"Get in the car!" He commanded.

"No!" I replied immediately. He had no power over me and can't tell me what to do.

"Stop being stubborn and get in the car while I'm still nice."He scoffed.

Is he serious? I'd bet nothing good has ever come out of those mouths.

"I said no!" I simply stated.

"Suit yourself." he yelled back before driving past me.

What was that?

I had barely walked out of the school premises when I saw his car packed a few feet away from me. When I looked up, I saw him leaning against his car.

What the fuck does he want from me? Can't he just see that I'm trying to avoid trouble.

I ignored him like he wasn't standing there and walked past him.

"Just get in the car already and stop being stubborn." he called after me.

"No! I'm not going with you."I insisted.

I don't even know why I'm talking to him. I didn't hear him reply, so he gave up already? What a jerk he is. Why am I suddenly complaining about him giving up.

"JUST GET INTO THE DAMN CAR!" He yelled, behind me.

Before I knew it, I was scooped into a pair of strong hands in a bridal style then carried towards the car.

Is he seriously kidding me?

"Let me down!" I cried out, stomping my feet in the air and struggling to wriggle out of his hands.

He tightened his grip on me, with a silly smirk plastered on his face. He opened the passenger door, then dropped me on the seat. He brought his face closer to mine, I was uncomfortable with the sudden closeness between us.

"Don't think of this as a favor, dummy. I - "He paused, gazing at me to check my reaction.

"I don't like getting a ' no ', and I only wanted to help you because it's bad for you to walk here, and now you're walking back."He concluded, then winked at me before rising up to shut the door.

What was that all about?

How did he know I walked to school? Joey only takes me back home everyday.

I don't like getting a no? What the heck was that?

"Whatever" I let out a loud hiss.

The whole car ride was in complete silence. I glanced over at Romeo, he was chewing his jaws so hard. His hands in the steering were so tight that his knuckles were white.

Why is he always angry?

A couple of minutes later, we pulled up in front of my house.

How did he know I live here? I looked over to him to ask but was interrupted.

His brows drew together."Stop staring at me and get out!" He practically raised his voice.

What the hell? I haven't done anything so why leach his anger out on me?

"Don't raise your voice at me" I retorted, becoming angry at myself.

I got out of his car without saying a thank you. He doesn't deserve one anyway.

Since it was Friday night, I was in bed doing the usual. I was browsing the latest movies on Netflix when Joey rang me.

"Hey Ivy, I wanted to text but I knew you'll be awake so I figured I could call instead."Joey's voice sounds rushed.

Like how you'll talk when trying to wear a really tight shoe.

Either way I've missed her voice. I was ripped away from my best friend's company all thanks to Romeo. Even the thought of him made me frown.

"What are you doing? You sound busy,"I asked her.

"Yeah." She hesitated then continued."I'm getting ready for a party, Jake invited me."

It took some seconds before the words finally settled in my head.

Another party.

Jake invited her..

Romeo would be there...

After Joey had told Jake about her feelings, the two of them had been hanging out around lately and sh

She has been smiling a lot too. If he's really making her happy then it's a good thing and now he's already inviting her to a party.

"I want you to come with me."Joey cooed on the other end of the call.

I lifted an eyebrow, I already knew that this was coming.

"Joey, you knew what happened the last time, he nearly had his way with me" I said referring to the drunken guy and the toilet incident.

Deep down in my heart, it's not really about what happened the last time, I just used that as an excuse. I was trying to avoid Romeo.

"I'm sorry about last time but I really wish you could come. I swear we won't stay long this time. Watching a movie alone in that small room sounds miserable." she spatted.

I rolled my eyes, as if she could see me. She knows me too well. I don't miss watching my favorite TV series on Friday nights. She continued to beg me, promising that it will be more fun this time like it was any fun before.

"I know..." I started.

"What the fuck!" I yelled at my laptop screen that's now all black.

"What's wrong, Ivy?"Joey questioned me.

"My laptop screen went blackout" I cried.

"Oops! I think it's a sign you should come."

I'm sure that there would be a wide grin on her face.

"Fine."I grunted."But we're leaving before midnight."

"Okay!" She chimed in.

We ended the call with her promising to pick me up in the next thirty minutes.

I quickly changed out of my pajamas then put on a pair of jeans that's tighter than my usual. I'm only trying to appear casual, it's not like I was the one invited. I hurriedly dropped a note for mom, telling her I went to a party with Joey.

***

The party was the same as last week's; tons of students, drunk people and smoke of cigarettes everywhere. Why didn't I stay back and stare at my ceiling or try to do some laundry? As usual, Joey disappeared as soon as we got there telling me she had to look for Jake.

Isn't he supposed to come down and pick her?

I felt alone once again. I sat at the couch for at least one hour before Romeo came by. I stayed silent as his eyes met mine.

The corners of his mouth lifted upwards."Look who's here,"He teased me.

I rolled my eyes back at him.

"I'm surprised to see you here."He told me.

"Yeah. I'm also surprised that I ended up here again" I said before he walked away.

For once, I was grateful that he let me be.

Few minutes later, Joey and Jake walked in, hands intertwined with Joey grinning from ear to ear.

"That's her over there" I hear Joey's voice even though the music was loud.

"Hi, I'm Jake." Jake said, stretching out a hand and I collected his handshake with a tiny smile on my face, without saying anything.

"Joey has told me a lot about you."He smiled softly.

This is the first time I'm actually having a conversation with Jake Twain. I have gotten no reason to talk to him because he goes around with the likes of Romeo. He doesn't sound rude like Romeo, I wonder how the two of them ended up being friends.

I realized that I haven't answered him yet.

"I'm I...Ivy Young."I stuttered.

A few hours later, almost everyone is drunk again, except me of course.

"Let's play truth and dare" someone drunken voice slurred in.

After a little deliberation, they all agreed to play. Jake, Joey, Samantha, the school baddest girl, and two other boys whom I don't know their names and Romeo, of course.

"You should play Ivy."Samantha grinned.

I shook my head." No, I'd rather not."I told her and looked away from her deadly gaze.

Romeo shot me a wink."Truth or Dare is not for priss like her."He uttered.

They all laughed except Joey. I'll admit, I am actually boring but I'm no prissy. I've only been living in a modest way since dad passed away.

I swallowed a gulp down my throat."I'm in." I acknowledged, glaring at Romeo then sat down cross legged in their little circle.

The first truth and dare were so kinky that I was bewildered. Finn, one of the other two guys, was asked how long he lasted. Still fair, right? Samantha was asked to do a strip tease, which she did.

"Truth or Dare?" Kyle the other guy asked, jolting me out of my train of thoughts.

"Truth."I replied quickly, knowing that truth was safer.

"Have you ever kissed?" He questioned me.

I nibbled on my bottom lip."No." I muttered slowly and they all burst into laughter, except Joey.

They were really not surprised with my answer, just intrigued.

"Oh okay."Kyle mumbled and I nodded my head in the affirmative.

"Joey's turn," I voiced out, so that they would stop talking about me.

Joey was asked to do a lap dance with Jake which she did joyfully. If I'm being sincere, I think it was hot watching that.

Soon, it was my turn again.

"Truth" I said again.

Romeo chuckled softly. "Told you guys that she's a priss."

I felt the urge to slap him hard in the face and then dashed out of this room. But, I won't let him get to me.

"Dare."I blurted out, changing my earlier decision.

"Take a whole bottle of vodka."Finn dared me.

My jaw dropped. What? I have never had a drink before in my life. God! Why the hell did I choose ' dare ' in order to prove that jerk wrong?

"Wait, you have never had a drink before right?"Finn queried me.

I nodded, thinking he would change the date to at least something fairer than that.

But no, he didn't change the dare.

I gripped the bottle and took a shot, it burned me down my throat.

"What does it feel like?"Finn questioned me.

"Bitter."I breathed, still feeling the burn.

Finally, it was Romeo's turn.

"Dare."He muttered without waiting to be asked.

"Kiss Ivy Young."Samantha ordered, grinning from ear to ear.

I stared at her in disbelief. Somehow my eyes flickered to Romeo, the school badass who was supposed to be kissing me.

His mouth curved into a wide smile. I could tell that he was enjoying every bit of this.

"What's my penalty for not doing this?" I demanded.

I can't let Romeo have my first kiss.

"You date me for a month." Romeo replied, boring his eyes into mine.

My mouth fell open. Are they serious? Why the hell would I lose my first kiss in a dare and the worst part to Romeo freaking Sparks?

Fuck Samantha! She knows it's my first kiss.

My eyes found Romeo then trailed down to his lips. His lips were so pink and so full, my head played an image of us kissing.

What the hell? Why am I imagining kissing Romeo? I looked up and my eyes met his forest green eyes, pupils dilated. There was a smirk spread across his face. He must be thinking I'm a priss afterall. My head was spinning! God! I'm really not drinking again.

My conscience loosened as I crashed my lips against his catching him totally off guard. As my lip touched Romeo's, I felt a sharp intake of breath. I have the full idea of what I'm doing but I can't just stop. And for one moment, I forgot about everyone there. I have never felt like this before, it felt like my body had been ignited. He brought his hands to my face, cupping my flushed cheeks.

He pulled back a little before taking my lips back in, taking full charge.

"Get a room."Jake teased.

Jake's voice made me break the kiss. A flush crept up to my cheeks, Romeo had a smirk on his face.

I'm embarrassed, I mean I just had my first kiss in front of all these people and with Romeo Sparks.

"That's not the dare" the evil blonde, Samantha chirped in.

My brows drew together.What's she getting at?

She continued."The dare is for Romeo to kiss you and not the other way round. Why were you so impatient?"

"Woah!" I heard some murmurs.

My lips curled in disgust. Is she fucking kidding me? I mean I just lost my first kiss. I gazed at Romeo, hoping that he would behave nice and support me.

"She's right Ivy. I'm sorry we'll have to do it again."Romeo muttered, flashing me a smile that suggests that he was somewhat excited.