Date: Fri, 13 Jan 2006 15:48:31 -0700
From: Samuel Forte' III <fallenangel595@hotmail.com>
Subject: finding andrew-chapter 14

** This story is a true story, telling of people and events that have taken
place in the last three to four years. I have the consent of the others who
are involved to use them, but no last names will be used for privacy
reasons. This story will focus around two people as they stumble upon each
during high school and find themselves falling for one another. They are
able to survive the trials, tribulations, and difficulties that are thrown
at them and from each other until everything comes to an abrupt end...All
rights to this story are mine (lol well it is based on MY experiences) so
no copying or publishing without my consent!**


                         Finding Andrew
             Chapter 14 - Dealing With The Backlash


     The next couple of months went back to normal. I apologized to both
Lizzy and Jeremy for my actions so things were pretty good between the
three of us. Of course the school talked about me, but it only lasted for a
few days. You know how it is with teens.  Just move on to the next big
story/news. Wrestling wasn't really anything special either.  Andrew,
Mario, and myself were all on non-speaking terms so it made it awkward for
everyone around us.  I admit I had nights where I was a little depressed
about not having them around, but if that's what they wanted, it would be
something I had to learn to accept.

     Things were very awkward around the beginning of April, when Justin
told me that Andrew was going out with some new guy. At first, I was
actually upset about it but then I realized I shouldn't be. I would be
guilty of the same thing he was: being controlling. I don't have any
control over him, nor did I want that. Sooo, I had to listen to him brag
about his new "man" to me at school. It was obvious that he was trying to
make me jealous (and it did work a little I guess), but I did a good job of
hiding it around him. (I would give more details, but I didn't have too
much written about this in my journal). Justin had informed that he would
be transferring to another school at the end of the year. I was pretty sad
about that, but I knew that we would still be hanging out. The end of the
school year was nearing and some stuff would begin to change.

     At our school, we had an event called "Spirit Day". We would go to a
shortened version of our 1st period class and attend an assembly
afterwards. The theme of the assembly was school spirit (surprise,
surprise) and afterwards we were released to do different activities
throughout the school. Anything from swimming, playing football on the
field, playing video games in the designated game rooms, or dance in the
cafeteria. Just a relaxing day, as the end of the year neared. I was
hanging out with the group as the guys planned to hit the video game
rooms. I though, would have a basketball tournament to participate in. As I
went into the locker room to change I saw a very familiar face.

"Hey, Sam." Andrew spoke with his head down. I saw something fall from his
face. A tear?

"Hey...What's wrong?"

"Nothing you would care about." He walked off before I could grab a hold of
him. It wasn't like he could leave the school, so I would find him
later. My team finished 3rd in the tourney which turned out to be pretty
fun. I showered and changed back into my regular clothes. Before I hit the
game rooms, I thought it would be a good idea to grab a bite to eat. After
grabbing two hot dogs, I looked for a place to sit down away from all the
music...not like I minded it, but I just wanted to think about stuff. I
have no clue what made me look over there, but I saw that there were two
people sitting alone at the bleachers behind the baseball field. I didn't
really want to talk to him, but I decided it couldn't do any harm. As I
approached, Justin saw me and nodded as he left us alone. I offered him one
of my hot dogs which he gladly accepted.

"Thanks."

"Don't mention it. What were you and Justin talking about?" His face went
red as he turned away. I had no idea why he would do that, but I would find
out.

"I was going to ask if you wanted to see a movie later tonight, but never
mind."

"I'll go."

"R-really?"

"Why not?"

"I thought you didn't like me anymore."

"I don't know why you think that. If anything, I figured it would be the
other way around." We both laughed which relieved a lot of tension. It
seemed like both of us were nervous. And to think we passed that stage...

"Sam, I have something to tell you."

"Shoot." He stared a hole into his half-eaten hot dog before he finally
spoke.

"I broke up with Josh yesterday."

"Sorry to hear that."

"Don't be. I thought that going out with someone would fill the void that
you left, but I was wrong."

"So what are you getting at?" I knew, but I just wanted to hear him say it.
Yes, I know it's mean, but I couldn't resist it.

"You don't know?"

"If I did, I wouldn't ask." He looked at me with an "I can't believe it"
face, and it took every ounce of concentration to keep from busting out in
a fit of laughter.

"Man, I can't believe you. Fine, I admit that I made a mistake. I only went
out with him to get you jealous."

"Ok."

"Just ok? That's all you have to say?"

"Yup. I figured it out and just let fate run its course. If you would have
eventually had feelings for him fine. If not, that's fine too. I may be a
little green when it comes to dating and relationships, but I know how it
works. I've watched a few." He shook his head as he took a bite out of the
hot dog.

"Do you think we could try again?" He asked nervously.

"Sure. I promised I would wait and I plan on keeping it." He hugged me
almost knocking me off the bleachers. We laughed, but the mood quickly
turned back to serious.

"So what do you want from me?"

"Just be yourself, Andrew. And realize that I'm a person too. I don't mind
taking a back seat, but you do need to understand there are two of us. As
much as I do care about you, it has to be about us...not just you."

"Deal." We shook hands and made our way back to the school. Once inside, we
disappeared into the game rooms. I kept my eye on him most of the time, but
I was in there to hang out with my friends. We were playing DDR (if you
don't know what it is, I can explain in an email...or just do a web search)
while Andrew was busy playing Halo. In between my turns, I sat back on a
counter and talked with MJ. After my last game, I put back on my shoes and
we started talking again.

"Man, what got into you? Ever since the assembly you have that dumb smile
on your face." I laughed as I never realized that.

"Let's just say that someone made me really happy today." With that, I
looked out the corner of my eye to see Andrew nodding his head yes as he
was playing.

"So you're dating again?"

"Yea. Going to the movies tonight. Should be fun." Andrew nodded as he
continued to play.

"You think she might do anything in there?" At first, I was going to just
let that one go unanswered. Too bad. I got a quick thought.

"I dunno. She is a real horny one. Might even get another blowjob." Mario
laughed, and unknowingly to any else in the room, Andrew blushed a very
deep shade of red. I laughed as I decided to take a break in the cafeteria.

     Things were fun for the rest of the day. After the final bell rang, we
walked to the movie theater. I figured I would walk with them since it
would only be another ten minutes to get home. They were going to
Spiderman, and were surprised when I opted out. MJ knew why (sort of), so I
parted ways and walked home. As soon as I got there I hopped on the
computer to find Andrew online. He of course complained about me joking
with MJ about him, but he eventually laughed it off. I don't know why, but
we agreed to see the 10:20pm showing.  I ended up taking a very long nap
and woke up just thirty minutes before. I hopped in the shower, put on some
comfy jeans and a polo, and was on my way.

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I'm finally going to get some time off! Lol, I almost don't know what to
do.  It's really been awhile since I could wake up and not have anything to
do. For the people that viewed my myspace page...sorry for kind of ruining
the ending...I really blew that one :(

Back to the time off for a second. For those of you who have seen me on
msn, I'm in the span of working 23 days in a row...and today is #23!!! So,
that is why the chapters, emails, and other stuff have been coming
slower. Trying to get a new staff hired, and stuff situated before I take
off to wherever I go. I will be taking my labtop and journals so I plan on
keeping things moving along. Expect no less than two chapters next week!

And I will get back on the email prowl. And to thing, I was up to speed
last week...

Chapter 15 - A Change (Summer)