Letters to a Nobody by Soccerluv4 . (best classic literature txt) 📕

“Playing hard to get? I like it. See you later, Sammy!”

I clenched my teeth together as he walked in the opposite direction, and disappeared into the crowd of teenagers.

Turning back around, I hugged my books and stomped down the hallway to my next class.

Arriving at History, I dropped my books on my desk and plunked into my seat.

“Rough day?” Fay asked as she walked in and sat in the desk beside me.

“You could say that,” I muttered, grumbling to myself.

“That bad, huh?” She questioned, still looking at me with a quirked smile.

“Three words: Carter’s an ass.”

Fay laughed, shaking her head before looking at me.

“Well that’s old news. What did he do now?”

“He’s been bothering me for –” I stopped midsentence as I realized what I was about to say. Fay didn’t know anything about S. I couldn’t tell her why Carter was bothering me! Groaning quietly, I quickly made up a lie.

“He’s been annoying me because he thinks I like him. Real mature.” I rolled my eyes.

“But didn’t you have a crush on him before? Maybe he found out! Do you still like him? You do, don’t you! How could you hide this from your best friend Sammy?” Like rapid fire, Fay’s questions just hit me again and again, as I laughed at her.

“No Fay, I don’t like him. If I did, you’d be the first I would tell. Jeez, relax,” I answered.

“Good. No secrets between best friends Sammy. Don’t ever hide anything from me,”

“I won’t Fay,” I answered with a smile, but I could still feel the guilt eating away at me. Fay should know who I am, what I’m doing. After all, she’s my best friend! We should tell each other everything.

“So anyway, tell me about your date with Bryan! Was it good? Did you kiss?” I practically shouted, swarming her with questions.

“Would you not scream that out loud Sammy? You want the whole school to know?”

“Oops, sorry Fay,” I apologized. “So, how did it go? Tell me everything,”

“Well, it was really great. We ended up getting separated from the group after the movie, since they all wanted to go hang out at the arcade. I didn’t feel like doing that, so we both ended up buying more popcorn and walking around. We talked about stuff. Turns out, he’s more like us than like usual jocks. Even his friends are nice, they really welcomed me.  When we were all about to leave, he asked me out. This time, on an actual date between just us. Sammy, can you believe it?! He actually likes me!”

I smiled at her and gave her a high five.

“See Fay? Told you he liked you. You were worrying about nothing. Now you guys are dating! Aww, my best friend and her crush are dating! You guys will be so adorable as a couple,” I grinned.

“I hope so,” she grinned back. Just then, the teacher walked in, so we ended the conversation and turned to face the front.

Grabbing my notebook out of my bag, I opened it and saw a note inside. I grabbed it and opened it.

Dear S.,

It may be fun and games right now, but it’s going to get serious. Hope you have a great time in history! Oh, and remember to write this down in your notes too, World War III has just begun. I will prove who you really are.

-Carter

I stared at the words in fear. How could I have been so stupid? He’s been attacking me, and annoying me, but in the end, all he’s doing is trying to get close so that he can ruin my reputation. I need to stay away from him.

The rest of the period, I thought of ways to avoid him. He was getting too close, and I was really afraid that if he found out and used it against me, everyone would hate me. What if he decided to reveal all of their secrets that they wrote me? I couldn’t have that happening. People trusted me to tell their secrets to and ask for advice. Carter might just ruin all the trust and compassion I gave to all these people.

As the period ended, I walked out quietly, deep in thought over this issue with Carter, when I was bumped on the side.

“Hey, what’s wrong with you?” Ty asked, as he steadied me.

“You’re thinking really hard about something. Want to tell me what it’s about?”

“No, I’m just worried about my grades. Some tests are coming up, and I don’t want them to fall,” I replied quickly.

“Hey,” Ty held my shoulders and turned me to face him. “You sure you’re okay? You look really nervous.”

“I’m fine, Ty. Nothing’s wrong. I gotta get to class.”

With that, I quickly walked away, leaving my brother and myself, more confused and worried than ever.

“Bye Fay!” I called out as the last bell rang. Walking to my locker, I quickly stuffed my books in and began walking towards the library to pick up my daily letters.

Arriving to the library, I gave a small wave to the librarian, who offered me a sweet smile. I continued on, weaving in and out bookshelves until I finally reached the back of the library.

My feet came to a screeching halt as I saw Carter sitting on a chair, playing around with his keys. Almost as if he sensed me, he looked up with a triumphant smirk and stood up.

“Finally! You’re here. For a minute I thought you’d forgotten about all the letters you have to write!” Shaking his head in laughter, he walked towards me and slung an arm around my shoulders. I stood there, dumbfounded, as he turned me around and we began walking out of the library. All the while, he kept chatting, but I wasn’t even paying attention.

“…so then I thought, well it wouldn’t hurt to go out on a date, right?”

My brain finally kicked in, and I opened my mouth in shock.

“Date?”

“Yeah! You, me, a nice place to eat, and then maybe getting some ice cream afterwards.” He stated so nonchalantly, shrugging his shoulders.

I stared at him in shock. Why on earth was he asking me out?

“Aw, come on Sammy, don’t make that face. A date with me is like a blessing. You should definitely take it,” He winked at me, while I recoiled in disgust. God he was such a pig.

“Um, no thanks. I have better things to do with my time, like shave cats, than go on a date with you,” I replied, shrugging his arm off and walking faster. He ran to catch up to me, but I ignored his constant pleas.

“Really S? I didn’t think you of all people would turn me down for a date, especially since I have something very important that I found about your little secret. Wouldn’t want that getting into the wrong hands, now would we?” He smirked.

I was dumbfounded. He knew something about S?

“There’s no way. You’re lying. And even if you weren’t, why should I care? I’m not S.” I prompted. How could he ever find anything about S? Nobody has yet come close to finding out my secret. I doubt he knew anything…right?

“Well, if I were you, I’d be on the safe side and go out with me. How do you know if I’m lying or not? And please, you do care.”

He just didn’t seem to let up! My fingers twitched in anger. If it weren’t a crime, I’d wring his sorry little neck!

“So, assuming by your silence, I’ll take that as a big fat yes. Pick you up at 7 tomorrow night!”

He waltzed off, whistling in triumph. All I could do was stand there and watch his retreating back in anger. How did he manage to manipulate me again?

I sighed. The exhaustion from a long week of school, plus the tension of Carter had me craving for a long nap. Rolling my shoulders back, I straightened my back and walked with my head held high.

Good luck to you Carter, I thought. Let’s just see how this little date of ours really plays out. And if I’m correct – I smiled – the ball will be in my court.

*********

“You did what!?”

“Wow Fay, way to blow out my eardrum,” I muttered, pulling my phone away from my ear.

“Sorry,” she said sheepishly, “It’s just that this is such big news! You’re going on a date with THE Carter Woods! Damn girl!”

I laughed. Fay was acting like I was going out with some celebrity or something. It was safe to say that Carter was far from it.

Rolling my eyes, I grinned, “Fay, it’s a pity date. He kept asking and wouldn’t let up till I said yes, so…I said yes.  Big deal, it’s not like I like the guy anyways.”

But that wasn’t entirely true. Of course the date was a pity date, but I did like Carter. I always had. Not that I would let him know. He’d just hold it over my head, just like he was doing about S.

“Still! You should be excited! I’m coming over tomorrow to do your hair, makeup, and pick your outfit! No excuses. You’re gonna look insanely hot that Carter will be drooling at your feet! I promise,” she replied.

I just laughed, “Okay Fay. It’s a deal. Come over to my place around 4 tomorrow, and you can do all of that crap for me if it really means that much to you.”

“Yes! Thanks so much Sammy! You won’t regret it! Anyway, I gotta go, piano practice soon. I’ll text you later. Bye Sammy!”

“Okay bye Fay!” I grinned, hanging up.

I dropped my phone on the bed, where I’d been laying down on, and put my hands behind my head. Staring up at my ceiling, my thoughts floated to Carter.

If he’d asked me out for real, I would’ve been ecstatic, but this date was only an excuse to get closer to my secret. The thought panged my heart a little. I just wish he would stop messing with my secret. It wouldn’t do anyone good if he told everyone I was S.

I grabbed a throw pillow near me and hugged it to my chest.

Whatever happens tomorrow, I won’t let Carter manipulate me. I would stand my ground. No amount of charm would get me to give up my secret.

I closed my eyes and heaved a sigh. For now, I think a nap would be a good idea.

I squinted my eyes again. I promptly crossed my arms, then uncrossed them, before crossing them again. I