Chapter 31: The Sleepy Bug

🍪Ellie's P.O.V

"Yes! Hell week is over!" Ark cheered, cracking her neck to the side.

I sleepily followed next to her, my binders pressed unto my chest with my arms wrapped around it. The hallway was filled with students who were chatting excitedly to one another.

I was completely drained and my brain was absolutely fried to its limit. The last exam were physics and I was praying to my guardian angel up there that somehow I've gotten all my calculations correct.

An arm was placed around my shoulders, my eyes following it up to the owner. Todd's excited grin met my sight and I didn't have the same energy to pull it off.

"Are you okay blue?" He asked, feeling me lean to him.

"I am, just tired and sleepy." I mumbled, resting my head against the side of his chest. We made our way to my locker, my eyes closed the whole time and letting Todd guide me.

"Uh, I don't exactly want to die yet blue. Yo—Oh hi Alec! Hahahaha why are you looking at me like that? Hahaha No, this isn't Ellie. This is my teddy bear! Meet Tellie." He chuckled nervously, trying to hide my face.

I was half-asleep when I felt I was being pulled into another pair of arms and if it weren't for the binders between us, I would've been met by the hard muscles beneath his shirt. I smelt the familiar scent of my favorite skittle and snuggled closer to his chest.

"You smell good." I mumbled, his arms wrapping around me snuggly around me.

"Eat this you sleepy bug." Alec's deep and melodic voice met my ears. I opened my eyes, leaning away from his chest to see one of his hands holding a pack of skittles.

I gave him my 'wait' look before turning to my lockers and placing my binders back. The pack of skittles were conversing against one another about a party they're going tomorrow while I stuffed my mouth with skittles.

"What's so special about this party anyway?" I piped in, my back against the lockers while Alec stood beside me.

"Boo! You don't know sweet chick? This is one of the most awaited parties! The Halloween party!" Val exclaimed, his whole body seeming to be buzzing with excitement.

I hummed. I've never been on a hallowen party before considering I just spent time trick or treating with Theodore in our neighborhood.

Although Halloween parties were such a huge blast in our school and was looked forwarded to by many. Ark attended one last year but she didn't tell much about it, only that it was 'da bomb'

"Huh, I hope you enjoy then guys." I nodded, chewing the delicious sweets.

Ark gave me a deadpanned look."We sure are gonna enjoy that party boo. It's your first time attending a halloween themed one," She said, earning a wide eye from me.

"What? But I wasn't invited on this party?" I asked out loud, earning a loud sigh from her.

I pouted. My brain was completely fried and I didn't have the energy yet to process and catch on information. Yes, I have those days.

"We're invited which means you're invited too." Todd piped in beside me, a lopsided smile on his face.

"Well, then I guess I'm going then." I grinned, earning a round of chuckles from them.

This is my first time attending a halloween party and somehow, I'm looking forward to it. Unlike before, I get the chance to spend it with the pack of skittles and Ark!

I turned to Alec and noticed he wasn't laughing like the rest. "What's wrong? You want some?" I asked, offering him my skittles.

He shook his head, a strand of hair falling on his eyes briefly before he pushed it back."I think you shouldn't go."

The conversation died just like that. Todd pinched the bridge of his nose in annoyance while Valentino heaved a heavy sigh.

The smile slipped of my face."What? Why?" I asked, my brows furrowing in confusion.

He sighed, ignoring my question and turned to glare at Valentino and Todd instead."I told you about this, she can't go."

"We're with her Alec, we wouldn't let anyone do shit." Val assured, the twins and Chase nodding with him.

Alec scowled, his blue eyes darkening in anger."I won't risk it."

"Excuse me? That She is here and She is confused. What the hell are you talking about? Why can't I go?" I handed my skittles to Todd and turned to Alec.

My arms were crossed across my chest, throwing a glare at him."Well? Anyone wants to pull me out of the dark?" I tapped my foot impatiently.

Chase sighed."Alec has this feeling that something's bad gonna happen if you go to this party." He explained, looking away.

"Is this true?" I turned to Alec, raising a brow at him. He stared at Chase for a few seconds before he closed his eyes briefly and nodded at me.

"Stop being a paranoid ass and let me have some fun. Nothing's gonna happen A. I'm safe with you guys around." I told him, placing a hand on his tense arm.

Alec looked ready to disagree but when he stared into my blue eyes daring him to say otherwise, he merely sighed and pulled my body in a side hug.

"Fine but you aren't going anywhere without the guys or me."

"Are you sure this is legal?" I frowned, nervously trying to pull the skirt lower.

Ark giggled at my words, her eyes taking in my costume clad self. It was the day of the halloween party and yes, I was forced to wear a costume.

Apparently there was an unspoken rule that when you attend halloween parties, you have to make an effort and wear a costume.

"Damn, you are one hot smurf boo." Ark grinned, a proud look on her face.

I glanced at the mirror and looked back to my phone where a picture of Vexy from the smurf movie was on displayed.

The version on the phone screamed innocent while I, shit, this is bad.

My dyed hair was straightened like hers and gray beanie was nestled on my head. The striped tank top was cropped and fitted snugly especially on my chest area.

Considering it was Ark who chose the costume,
The flowing skirt was high waisted and ended mid thigh where my legs that were covered with fishnet stockings were bare for the world to see and finished it off with my black Dr. Martens boots.

Thankfully, Vexy didn't have any make up on except for black eyeliner and opted for a cat eyeliner instead and some mascara that made my ocean eyes pop even more. My lips were was covered with lipgloss that tasted yummy.

"I look like the corrupted version of Vexy Ark!" I protested, my face twisted into a grimace.

I did say that I was somehow becoming more confident in what I wear but this really out of my comfort zone.

What i—No. Be confident Ellie. You can do this. Heck, you've been through so much and overcame it.

Confidence. Confidence. Confidence. Jessica chanted continuously.

"Don't worry, Alec wouldn't mind corrupting the hell out of you babe," Ark replied, her attention to the mirror.

"Ark!" I exclaimed, my cheeks turning into a rosy color at her words.

Ark finishing off the final touches in her makeup before she turned to me with a serious look and posed dramatically already wearing her costume.

"How do I look boo?" Ark asked, her voice sensual and dramatic. I turned to look at her, taking in her costume.

"You look like you're going to a funeral," I answered honestly, earning a slight glare from her.

Ark wore a black latex bodysuit that hugged her curves nicely and showed her lean legs. She had a black coat over it and heeled boots that completed the look.

Ark had her hair in bun and was covered in short black wig that ended below her jawline. She had blue eye contacts on and black eyeliner with a nude lip.

"You idiot, I'm fucking Selene from the underworld." She explained, picking up her things and stuffing it into a small purse.

"Really? I though you were black widow but the coat threw me off. That aside, You look absolutely deadly and beautiful A," I giggled, giving away the fact that I was just teasing her.

She chuckled."Good answer boo, now let's go. We have some jaws to drop."

"They're in the kitchen, Let's go and don't look down Ellie. Have some confidence boo." Ark gave me a small pep talk before we entered the mansion that was brimming with costume clad  students inside.

The mansion was heavily decorated and many spider webs and scary masks were hung on the ceiling. There were parts in the wall where it was covered with fake blood and even the DJ wore a zombie costume.

The party was full on swinging and I couldn't help but dance along to the music on our way to the kitchen.

There were a few guys who tried to talk to us but we merely offered them polite smiles and continued walking.

Despite being nervous, I was brimming with excitement to let loose after such a stressful week.

I hope I don't break my promise.

When we entered the kitchen, I was surprised to see a mini bar was set up where a guy was behind the countertop and was giving away drinks that were being requested.

Huh. Maybe to avoid the possibilities of being spiked or roofied by someone else.

I almost fell to the ground when I bumped into someone's chest but thankfully I caught my feet.

I turned my attention towards the person in front of me and was faced with four eyes staring back at me.

I was met with Todd's mischievous eyes and a fake pair that nestled on his head from the green headband he wore.

He wore a green track suit that screamed Gucci to me and white shoes that blended in well. The color itself was enough for me to figure out what his costume was.

"It seems like someone is far away from their pond," I joked, earning an amused smile from him.

"Never knew Vexy had boobs at her age," Todd shot back innocently, earning a gasp from me.

I smacked him on his arm harshly earning a loud whine from him."My tatas are the perfect size for me. Don't bring them into this Tadpole." I glared at him playfully.

He rolled his eyes before placing an arm around my shoulders, steering me to the direction of the guys.

"Kidding blue, you look absolutely gorgeous. I'm pretty sure Alec's gonna bust a nut when he sees you." Todd chuckled. My cheeks turning red at his statement.

I knew Alec wasn't here yet, we texted earlier and he mentioned he'll be running a little late and reminded me of the promise I made with him.

I promise I wouldn't accept alcohol from anyone.

The guys were huddled to one another, a bottled of beer in their hands. Chase was laughing along with Valentino and Hayden.

Chase looked extremely relax which is a rare occurrence considering he's always pissed or grumpy at a corner.

Jayden passed by us with a smirking Ark being dragged behind. I raised a questioning brow at this but she just gave me a cheeky wink.

V let out a low whistle when we finally came closer making me cough nervously. Chase elbowed V harshly earning a pained grunt form him while Hayden rolled his eyes at them both.

"Don't even say it. My cheeks are already red because of this tadpole here." I grumbled, crossing my arms across my chest.

"If you guys didn't know, I'm Vexy from the smurf movie. Now, tell me what your costumes are!" I demanded, checking their outfits out.

Chase wore a white beater that showed off his muscles that he obviously worked hard on. The black mane of his was messy and his eyes were mysterious than ever but it regarded us with a hint of warmth.

"What exactly are you?" I frowned, blinking at him in confusion.

"I'm human but in this case, I'm wolverine." Chase answered, pushing some of his hair back.

I nodded, turning to Hayden this time who stood straighter when he saw me turning to him. He wore a black striped shirt that was tucked into his pants with red clip suspenders clipped on it and a pair of sneakers.

Hayden wore the same outfit that Jayden was sporting when we passed by a few minutes ago. I clapped my hands in excitement, guessing who it was.

"Your version of Tweedle dee and tweedle dum!" I chirped, earning a nod from him.

"You got that right Haven," Hayden smirked, turning to Val who puffed his chest excitedly.

I turned to him, completely amused at his cheesy grin. Val looked roguishly handsome with his jeans and white 3/4 sleeve shirt that hugged his form nicely. He had knives attached to his hip and a huge gun that was hung to his shoulder with a cowboy hat on his head.

"You're a killer?" I said but my tone gave it away like it was a question instead.

"Somehow but I'm hunter and he's my prey." He grinned devilishly pointing to a glaring Chase.

I couldn't help but laugh at this. It isn't a surprise that Valentino's doing great lengths to piss Chase off once again.

"That gun better be fake," I said, eyeing his gun.

Valentino chuckled, waving a hand at me."Don't be ridiculous, only a true idiot would bring a real gun in a party."

I narrowed my eyes at him earning a playful eye roll from him. My gaze was cut off when Todd pulled me by my wrist gently.

"Tequila shots?" Todd offered, his gray eyes brimming with excitement.

I was about to shake my head but paused, the promise said not to accept drinks from anyone but Todd isn't anyone. He's our friend.

A triumphant smile draw on my lips."Hell yeah! Let's get this party started!" I fist pumped before following after him.

Looks like I'm keeping my promise.