Chapter 5

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Dinner continues as normal, but your eyes keep going back to Tommy. He is actually really sweet in real life, very different than on stream. The conversation consists of Sheryl talking about her new job, America, and hobbies. As dinner comes to an end, the topic of school gets brought up.

"So, Y/N, what grade are you in?"

"Oh I am a junior, I mean 11th!"

"Yeah, so we're at the same school, right mum?"

"Should be! Are you nervous Y/N?"

"Uh, I mean a little. It is a completely new school and I don't know anyone really, and-"

You start to get anxious and flustered. Sheryl notices and is about to jump in, but Tommy beats her to it.

"Well, you know me! If you want, I could show you around the school, tonight. There is a tournament for some sport, so it's open until 11! If you want,"

Sheryl notices you, still nervous, so she responds for you.

"That would be wonderful, Tommy, thank you!"

Sheryl nudges you, urging a response.

"Yeah, that would actually be really helpful!"

You smile towards Tommy and he returns the gesture. The conversation dies down as everyone finishes their dessert and begins to clean up. You are rinsing dishes, Tommy is helping you, and the adults are putting everything away. You can't help but get nervous whenever Tommy's hand brushes yours. You know you just met him, but you really liked him. As a friend of course, but still, it was really cool getting to meet him. After everything is put away, Sheryl says goodbye to the group. You had forgotten about going to the school tonight, until Sheryl looks at you funny when you start to follow her out.

"Where are you going? I thought you and Tommy were going to the school tonight?"

"Oh yeah, must've slipped my mind! Sorry about that. I'll text you when I am on my way home Sheryl!"

You immediately regret saying that. You called her by her first name. You wanted the neighbors to see you as normal, someone with a mom, but now it's ruined. But you get pulled out of your thoughts, once again, when Tommy asks you something.

"Hey, Y/N! Is it okay if we go upstairs for a few minutes before we head to the school? I have to message some of my friends. You can stay down here if you want, though!"

"No, it's okay, I'll go upstairs with you!'

It sounded weird "with you".  Why'd you put emphasis on that? Well, it is too late now. You both walk up the stairs. He is a lot taller than you, so he takes a few steps at a time. He gets to the top, while you're only about halfway up. You hear him stifle a laugh and playfully glare at him.

"Hey! It isn't my fault you are a giant!"

"Nope, I think you are just short!"

He laughs and you playfully roll your eyes. You make it to the top and you both walk into his room. You stand there awkwardly as he sits at his desk. He looks towards you,

"You can sit on the bed, you don't have to stand!"

"Thanks haha, I am tired."

He turns his chair to look at you, his eyes looking as though they can see through you.

"We don't have to go to the school if you're tired! I can always help you during the day tomorrow?"

"No, I want to go tonight! I am just a bit stressed I think."

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"Yeah, you've been busy today,"

"I guess, but don't worry about me! Talk to your friends! I have nowhere to be, just let me know when you're ready!"

You give him a nod and he gets on discord. All you catch is Tommy explaining how he isn't streaming tonight before you nod off. You wake up to Tommy nudging your shoulder, you aren't sure how long it's been.

"Hey, so I didn't want to wake you, but I didn't want Sheryl to be worried."

"What time is it?"

"Like 8. It has only been about 20 since we came up here, but you should get some rest."

He starts to get up from his chair, but in your groggy state, you grab his hand.

"Wait, can we still go to the school if there is time? I think it would really help settle my nerves about tomorrow. If you don't want to go, I could probably find a map to use."

"No, I'll go with you! I just thought you might want more sleep."

He says it softly, like he actually kind of cares. You notice his face is red and look towards your hand. You were holding his hand! You quickly drop it and get really red. Thoughts race through your head about him hating you and that you made him uncomfortable. But they all go away when you feel his hand rest on your shoulder.

"Are you okay?"

"Yeah, yeah, just really anxious for tomorrow."

"Then let's get going! We still have to check your schedule, too, we might have some classes together!"

He seems excited at the thought, and you are too! You get out of his bed, feeling guilty that you messed up the sheets a bit. but you follow him downstairs anyways.

"Bye mom, bye dad! Me and Y/N are heading to the school now!"

"Okay hun, stay safe!"

He hums in response and you two head out the front door. It is a bit chilly, but then you remember you still had his sweatshirt on. You feel bad and begin to take it off.

"Tommy! I totally forgot I had this on, just give me a second!"

"No! Keep it, it is freezing and I have plenty of my own sweaters!"

You nod and awkwardly put his sweatshirt back on. You were glad he let you keep wearing it, you were freezing for the second you had it off. According to google maps, the walk was only about 8 minutes, so it wasn't too bad. As you both walk, your hands brush up against each other. It sent a shock of electricity every time. There was a comfortable silence until you hear Tommy ask you a question.

"So, is Sheryl your mom? If it is too personal, you don't have to answer. It is just that I noticed you called her by her first name today"

God Dammit! Why'd this have to happen so soon! Now you have to tell him,

"Uh, well kind of. I live with my step-dad, and they are together, but I don't know her too well yet."

"Yeah, I get that. It took me 2 years to start calling my step-dad "Dad", and I still struggle sometimes. Where is your step-dad?"

"Um- I don't know really. He said he was visiting friends out here, but he never told us he knew anyone in Nottingham."

"That's odd."

Silence fills the space between you two once again. It is a bit awkward, but more just calming. You see a bench in the park you were walking through. It was facing a pond that had fireflies all around it. Would it be weird if you asked to take a break there? You decide to go for it, as this might be the one time you get the chance to see it like this for a while.

"Hey Tommy?"

"Yeah?"

"Is it ok if we take a break on that bench for a bit? It looks really pretty."

Your voice is nervous and quiet.

"Totally!"

A wave of relief washes over you. It was a pretty small bench, but big enough for you both the sit. Your legs were touching, though, but you weren't paying much attention to that. The view was gorgeous and reminded you of home. You see out the corner of your eye Tommy staring.

"What? Is there a bug on me?"

"Yep!"

He gently hits your arm. He laughs when you realize that there was no but at all.

"I hate you."

"No you don't! We are friends, remember!"

"Yeah, definitely."

You playfully roll your eyes, knowing that it's true. You were glad you met Tommy, really glad.

"So what classes do you have?"

"Oh yeah! I have pre-calc, film, english, and graphic design!"

"You are kidding! Was that in order?"

"Yeah, why?"

"We have all but graphic design together!"

"Yay! That is amazing! You are going to have to help me with english!"

"I love english! You better help me with maths, though!"

"Not to be cocky, but I am pretty good at math."

You hold eye contact with Tommy for a moment, the light from the street highlighting his face. You realize how calm you are. You haven't felt this at peace in a long time, and you were practically with a stranger. He quickly breaks eye contact, seeming nervous.

"Hey, YN! Seeming as we have our first 3 classes together, and graphic design is on the way to my fourth block, I can just go with you to each class tomorrow. You want to skip going tonight?"

"And just chill out here?"

"If that's okay with you?"

"Yeah, I am actually really enjoying this."

Silence befalls the space between you two. A smile fills your face along with an idea.

"You like music?"

"Uh, yeah, I guess, why?"

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