June

June walked slowly into Brooks High School clutching her books tightly in her arms and her school bag,slung over her shoulders.Her hair was tied in a bun and it shined gloriously under the morning sun.Her twin Jane,was already talking to a group of friends.They were both sixteen with Jane,the eldest.She was not really an extrovert neuther was she and introvert,she preferred keeping to herself.She never talked to anyone except for a few greetings,that was all.Jane,however was the opposite of her.She was the cheerleaders captain and was also the Queen of Brooks High.

Jane was labelled as a snub by most people,but she couldn't care less.She got to her locker and put in her combination,unlocking her locker.

"The snub is already here."Said a girl to her friend,while glaring at her.June ignored them and went ahead to bring out the books she was going to use for her class today.

It was the beginning of a new term and she was in her last year in highschool.The bell rang indicating it was first period.She packed her books and left for class.Few students were already in class,and the front row was occupied.She decided to sut in the middle row which was still good for her sight.She had Biology first period.Mrs Williams,the biology teacher entered and began teaching.

Halfway into the class,the door burst open and the three bad boys of Brooks High,in the form of River,Justin and Jordan came inside.They were the hottest guys in school,with River their leader.He was the school quarterback and captain of soccer.He was tall,with blue eyes and black hair.Rumors had it that,he had slept with almost all the girls in Brooks High.

"Can you guys explain to me why you're just coming now?"asked Mrs Williams,a frown visible on her face.

"Sorry ma'am"apologized Jordan.He was the most reserved of them all.

"To your seats"she ordered.

River had already sat down even before she had ordered them.

"You'll be doing a project in pairs."

There was grumbling and murmurings heard.

"Quiet,all of you!"barked Mrs Williams.Order was restored back.

"I've paired you guys together so listen to your names and partner."

She took out a long paper containing the names of all the students and their partners.

"Now listen."she ordered.

June was already fidgeting in her seat,when she heard partners.That only means one thing.She was finally going to talk to someone.She was disturbed.She had no friends and was not sure if anybody was going to talk to her.She decided to keep calm and listen yo her partner.But,she prayed she wasn't paired with River,Justin or Jordan.

"Sandra and Peter"Mrs Williams called out breaking her out from her trance.

"Favor and Tiffany,Amelia and Mark,Ryder and Trevor...."

"Alex and Gracie,Joshua and Joel,Jane and Justin,Tyler and Jordan and ....."She paused for effect before releasing the bombshell."June and River."

The class went into chaos after that.June was shocked.Of all people,she was paired with River.She decided to change partners.

"You can't switch partners"Mrs Williams said destroying the last ray of hope she had.

"Now,sit with your partners while I go round distributing your paperwork."Commanded Mrs Williams.June made no effort to move at all.There was scraping of chairs as people located their partners.She wasn't ready to talk to anyone,not even River.

She felt the sit beside her shift and someone sat on it.She didn't need to look,she knew it was River from his cologne.

"Hey!"Came River's voice.She looked up to meet his gaze to see him smiling at her.She glanced away and brought out her notepad.

Mrs Williams came to where they were seated and dropped their project.

"June,try bring nice at once and good luck"Said Mrs Williams,before moving on.June made for the paper,the same time as River.She quickly pulled back when their hands touched.

"Go ahead."Urged River.She picked it up and stared at what was written on it.They were to work on all the sea creatures,their distinction feature and species they belong to.She dropped it back on the desk and spoke up"Leave the work for me"she said.

River chucked and replied"Not happening".

She glared at him but said nothing.

"So,how do we meet to carry out the project?"She asked

"Let's do it this way,I come to your house and you cone to mine."he replied

"I'm not coming to your house!"she said authoritatively.

"Fine,I'll do the coming,"River chuckled.

"Time?"

"By 4pm"

The bell rang signalling class was over.She packed her books and made to leave.

"So,4 it is?"asked River

"Yes"

With that she left the class.She had Geometry next.While on her way,Justin walked beside her.

"Hey!"he said.She ignored him and quickened her steps.

"I'm Justin by the way."he introduced.Still,he was met with silence.

"I can see you don't talk"

"Isn't it obvious?"she wanted to say but decided against it.

"Leave the poor girl alone.She clearly doesn't want to talk to you."River said,coming to the rescue.

"I don't mean any harm"Justin remarked.

"Yeah,says the guy who has slept with almost all the girls here."

"You're no different from me."

June had had enough and took off running.

"You scared the poor girl."River said staring at the direction she took with a faraway look in his eyes.

"I did not"

At home,Jane was in the kitchen roaming through the fridge when June came inside.

"Are you looking for something?"She asked

"Nothing in particular"Jane replied.

June shrugged and sat down on a chair.

"Yunno,at times I do wonder how you stay quiet in school,but at home,you're something else."Jane said.

"I don't like talking that much to people."

"Unfortunately,you're being paired with River,Brooks High hottest guy."

"It doesn't mean anything."June shrugged.

"Oh,yes it does!To every girl in Brooks High,it means everything.Who wouldn't want to be paired with River?"Jane asked

"Well,I don't want to."

"I'm already jealous"Jane confessed.

"You don't have to be,there's nothing going on between us yet,neither will they be."June consoled.

"Yeah,I know but seeing you guys together in class today,felt as if I was not existing."

"I'm sorry but there's nothing I can do."

"Its okay,I'm fine with it."

"River is coming by 4,is that okay with you?"June asked

"Sure,why not?"

"Okay,I'll be in my room."said June

"Reading huh?Don't worry,I'll get you when he comes."

"Thanks"

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Jane was sitting in the living room when the doorbell rang.She glanced at the wall clock and saw it was aready 4pm,which means River was here.She stood up and adjusted her clothes before heading to the door.She swung it open to reveal River.

"Hi!"she said smiling.

"Hey,babe!"he got inside and planted a kiss on her lips.

"Where's your sister?"he asked making his way to the living room.Jane slammed the door shut.

"She's in her room,but it wouldn't hurt if yunno......"she said wrapping her hands round his neck.River chuckled and dropped his books on the sofa before wrapping his hands round her waist.

"You sure bout that?"he asked as he leaned closer and kissed her neck.

"I'm positive."she replied and shut her eyes.

"Very well then,I'll see you when I'm done with your sister."he said and pushed her away.

"Why not now?"She asked frowning.

"I wouldn't ask that if I were you."he replied and sat down.

"Can you get me your sister,pls?"he added

"Fine!"She walked up the stairs to June's room and unlocked the door going inside.June was sprawled out on the floor sleeping,books scattered about her.Jane smiled at the sight in front of her.Her sister was always reading.

"June,June,wake up."She said hitting her lightly.June stared in her sleep and opened her eyes.

"River is waiting."

"Oh,I'll be down in five."

"I'll tell him so"Jane made for the door and walked out.

June sighed and stood up.She entered the bathroom and splashed water on her face.She then tidied her room and arranged the bed.Having done that,she carried her laptop and some books before heading downstairs.

She came downstairs and met River and Jane chatting.They stopped once they saw her.

"Hi,June!"River said smiling his million dollar smile.As usual,she said nothing but sat down across from them.

"I'll leave you guys to study."said Jane and stood up.She pecked River before walking away.

When she was gone,River came to where June was sitted and sat next to her.June shifted away and pulled the center table closer.She dropped her books and laptop on it before turning to River.

"Do you have a laptop?"she asked in a soft voice.

"Yes,but I left it at home."he replied looking at her.

"We'll use mine then."She powered on the computer and brought out a book.

"What do we start with first?"he asked

"Sea creatures starting from A."

"Okay."

After what seemed like forever but was only two hours,they rounded up their work.River stood up and packed his books

"So,when next are you coming?"She asked

"Missing me already?"he asked cockily.

She rolled her eyes and said nothing.She packed her books silently and made to leave.

"I'll be here on Friday"he replied.She nodded and made to leave.

"Wait!Can we be friends?"asked River sticking his hand out.She stared at it before walking past.River was dumbfounded.No girl had ever turned him down.He cursed within himself and swore to pay her back.He clutched his books in his hand and walked to the door,without remembering his appointment with Jane.

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The next day in school,which was a Tuesday,June as usual walked in through the gates,clutching her books in her arms with her bag slung over her shoulders.Her head was bent low,which made her bump into someone,her books scattering on the floor.

"I'm so sorry."she apologized and bent down to pick her books.

"I should be the one apologizing."Said the person and also bent down to assist her.When he was done,he stood up and dust the books before giving it to her.

"Here you go"he said smiling

"Uhm,thanks."she said and made to leave.

"I'm Simon,by the way."he introduced.

She nodded and made to leave.Simon was a transferred student to Brooks High.June did not spare him a glance as she entered the hallway.

The bell rang ten minutes later and students hurried to their classes in order not to be late.

"Sit down everyone.I'll be taking you on Calculus.I'm Mrs Baker."Mrs Baker said and wrote something on the board.

Few minutes into her teaching,the door opened and someone came inside.Heads turned to the intruder.June was surprised to see Simon.They made eye contact and Simon smiled.

"Are you the transferred student for this class?"asked Mrs Baker.

"Yes ma'am"Simon replied.

"Introduce yourself."Mrs Baker ordered.

"I'm Simon Parkers,and I'm a transferred student from LA."

"Get seated"

He saw an empty seat next to June and sat down.

"Hey!"he said smiling.She glanced at him and said nothing.

"I never got your name"he added

"Don't bother,she won't tell you."said a voice from behind.Simon turned to see it was her twin.

"Are u guys twins?"he asked rhetorically

"Yes,and I'm Jane."Jane said smiling.

"Is there anything you'll like to share with us Archer?"came Mrs Baker's voice.

"No ma'am".

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During lunch time,June was at a table alone eating her fries when Simon joined her.

"Hey!'he said

"Can't you get the hint?" She thought.

"What do you want?"she asked instead.

"Finally,you replied back."Simon said smiling.She continued eating.

"I just want us to be friends."

"I don't wish to be anybody's friend."So saying,she packed her tray and left.Some of the students mocked Simon.

June entered the house and was surprised to see her mom in the living room.

"Mom,you're back!"she exclaimed.

"How was school,darling?"asked Vanessa,June's mother.

"Was fine,but what are u doing at home?"

"I was placed on night shift,so I'll be going back later."

"Oh!"

Vanessa was a nurse at the General Hospital.

"Where's Jane?"She's asked

"She's staying for cheerleading practice."

"I made lunch,you can check the kitchen when you're done fresh up."

"Okay?Will u be home then this week?"

"Nope" June nodded her head and left for her room upstairs.

Ten minutes later,she came down for lunch.

"I'll make a dash for the grocery.Gotta get few things."Vanessa said

"Uhmm,OK.Don't stay too long."

"I won't,byeee"

"Bye mom.Love you ."

"Love you too"

When she was done eating,June decided to go for a walk.She changed into a black leggings and a white tank top,with the words'Hot' inscribed on it.Even though she was not out spoken,she had great taste for fashion.She made her hair into cornrows before unlocking the door and walking out.

She stopped by a shop and went inside.

"Hi Andy,"She called out,smiling at him.He was 19 with a light tan skin.

"Hey Angel,"he said and kissed her cheeks.She and Andy were very good friends.

"How's it going?"he asked.

"Great.How's the store?"

"Going smooth."

"Uhmm"she nodded her head and looked round.

"You look cute by the way"he said and winked.

"Thanks"She blushed.

"Are you going somewhere?"He walked over to a stack of cartons and lifted one up.

"Just hanging out.No destination in mind."She replied.

"Where are your glasses?"

"Thought it was best to leave it behind."

"That's risky"

"I'll be fine."

"How's Jane by the way?Been a while I saw her."

"She's been busy tho.Cheerleading practice"

"Extend my regards to her"

"I will,I'll be on my way."

"Alright,take care."They hugged each other before she left.

June walked for about ten more minutes before arriving at the beach.She sat at and empty chair and closed her eyes.She. was feeling dizzy but she waved it off and relaxed herself.Ten minutes later, she decided to start her journey back home.The sun was still very high.She had been walking for some time when her vision started becoming hazy.She was also dizzy.Her head was spinning and there was no one in sight.She took another step and blacked out.

"Arrrgh...."Her head was aching her.

"June,you're awake."

"Mom?what am I doing here?"asked June looking round the room."Where am I?"she added.

"Calm down.You're at the hospital."

"What I'm I doing here?"

"You passed out."

"Passed out?What happened?"

"Seems like you were having difficulty seeing and so,u pasaed out."

"Who brought me here then?"

"A friend of yours."

"Friend?"

"Yep,"

"I have no friends.Male or female?"

"Male.He says he goes to your school."

"Where's he then?"

"He went to buy some snacks for you.He should be here any moment."

Few minutes later,the door opened and Simon came inside.June was shocked to see him.

"You?What are u doing here?"she asked

"Oh,He's the one who brought you here.

"How come?"

"I'll leave you guys to talk."Vanessa said.She said and left.

When she was gone,there was silence in the room.

"Hi,"Simon broke the silence.

"Hey,"

"How are u now?"he asked smiling

"I'm better."

"I bought you this."he said referring to the polythene bag he was holding.

"What's inside?"She asked

"Hamburger.I don't really know what you like so,I decided to ......."he trailed off.

"Its okay."She interrupted him and got the bag from him.

"Thank you."

He sat down on the edge of the bed and watched as she ate.