High School Season One: Episode Three

SEASON ONE
EPISODE THREE
SCENE ONE

It was 6:00am at the Smith's house. Monica was lying in Mason's arms while he was fast asleep.

She then got up quietly from under the sheets, grabbed her clothes, leaned over and kissed him on his cheek and left. 

Meanwhile, Amelia was at home and she had just woken up. Only she and her dad, Davin Delerentez, lived there and Amelia hadn't spoken to him in months. She then went into the kitchen and met her dad in there making a cup of coffee.

They didn't make any sort of eye contact or spoke any words to each other. She then reached into the refrigerator and got a glass of milk and made herself a jelly sandwich.

Her dad was sitting at the table reading a newspaper and every so often he looked at her as if he wanted to talk to her.

She was persistent and he was relentless. She then sat at the table and began to eat. She and her dad sat there across from each other and still they uttered not one word to each other or even made eye contact. Tyrone then walked in with a pleasant smile that literally lit up the entire house.

Tyrone- Aye yo Mr. Delerentez did the newspaper boy come? *As he walked into the kitchen*

Amelia- Hey! *She smiled got up and hugged him*

Mr. Delerentez- Yes, I just got up a little bit earlier than usual so I was able to get it before you came over! And good morning to you too! *As he sipped on his coffee*

Tyrone- Oh my bad, my bad. *As he got out the milk and made him self a bowl of cereal* Good morning!

Amelia- *Laughs* Riding with you or Mason?

Tyrone- Why not Dustin?

Amelia then stepped on his feet indicating that he should shut up!

Tyrone- Ugh....

Tyrone- I mean Dustin and I are going for an early run before school so you can just take my car. *As he tossed her his keys*

Mr. Delerentez- So... Who's Dustin?

Tyrone- Ugh just a friend...well he's the captain of the basketball team and you know you are looking at the co-captain! *He bragged*

Amelia- Oh shut up! *She eyed him down and laughed*

Mr. Delerentez- Is that so?

Tyrone- Yes sir! Oh Amelia Mason's mom said you left your uniform at the house a few weeks ago and she washed it and had it nicely pressed for you. I packed it, it’s in my car.

Amelia- Oh I totally forgot, thanks! 

Mr. Delerentez- Cheerleading? You signed up?

No answer. 

Tyrone then noticed that Amelia wasn't going to answer her dad so he retorted as quickly as possible.

Tyrone- Ugh ye-....

Amelia- It's getting late I have to get ready and you have to go on your early morning jog. *As she got up and placed the cup into the sink*

Her dad then looked up at her as if he was disappointed that she was still ignoring him and Tyrone looked up eager to say something but didn't.

Meanwhile, Monica was in the gym with the squad and they were putting together a routine. They all wore gym clothes. The girls had on black sports bras and short tights and the guys wore black gym shorts.

Monica- Okay ladies let's hit it from the top. Five six seven eight!

They started their routine and threw a few girls in the air as they hopped from each side in a roller coaster effect. Monica then stepped out to watch.

Monica- Ladies, you're doing great! Now toss Trish over with Jen. *As they tossed her* good catch guys!  Okay toss her again!

The Basketball team then came into the gym and they were doing laps. Mason then looked at Monica and smiled and she winked at him. 






The girls were then tossed into the air again but this time they collided into each other.

Monica- What the hell was that?

Amelia and the others helped them up.

Monica- One lap! Let's go!

 

Cheerleaders- Aweeee, come on!

Monica- Want me to make it two laps?

They then began to run as Monica stood with her hand on her Waist. Mason then came towards her bouncing the ball and flirting.

Mason- Hey there pretty lady.

Monica- Hey!  *As she smiled*

Mason- You left so early.

Monica- Awe yeah about that, I normally do an early morning jog and you looked so cute sleeping I just couldn't wake you.

Mason- It would have been such a beautiful morning to wake up and see your beautiful face. But you’re always running off so soon.

*As the cheerleaders lined off waiting on Monica*

Monica- Fingers crossed it might just happen. * As she walked backwards towards her team* Okay!  Let's do this again and this time if you drop any one I want five laps. Five six seven eight!

Amelia was walking down the hall way by herself. Dustin then snuck up behind her and placed his hand around her.

Dustin- It's amazing how seeing you lightens up my day. *As he smiled*

Amelia- *As she smiled* Your foot... It's better!

Dustin- Yeah I heal fast!

Amelia- That's good to hear. *As she turned to face him* So am I seeing you play at tonight's game?

Dustin- Yeah once you promise to be my personal cheerleader. *As he placed his hand around her was waist and pulled her closer*

Amelia- *Bits lips* Oh really?

Dustin- Yes! *As he smiled then kissed her*

Amber- Hey Dus? Missed you at last game. *As she flirted*

Dustin- Oh yeah, had a bad leg.

Amber- Oh, I’m sorry. Hope to see you tonight. *As she smiled and bit her lips sexually*

Dustin- For sure. *As he smiled*

Amelia- Wow! *As she laughed sarcastically* Don't let me interrupt.

Dustin- Its nothing Amelia I promise.

Amelia- I hear you. *As she closed her locker and walked away*

Dustin- *As he walked behind her* You’re mad.

Amelia- I’m not mad. *As she smiled* I’ve got to go to class. See you around.

SCENE TWO

Bell rings

The friends were in poetry class. It was the only class they all had together. Mr. Julian the poetry teacher was pacing the floor creating a peaceful atmosphere.

Mr. Julian- *As he wrote on the board the word POETRY* Poetry. What is poetry? Is it a chain of rhyming words that you use to pick up girls? Is it feelings you ball out when you feel clustered, neglected, loved or discombobulated? *As he gave a slight smile while he captivated everyone's attention* 

Mr. Julian- That's your assignment; explain to me what's poetry. In your own words 50 maximum and *As he looked at his watch* you've got 10 minutes. Begin.

Everyone then began to work and the class was in complete silence and in deep thought. Time went by quickly and the bell had rung.

Mr. Julian- Okay times up. As you leave just drop off your paper to the front.

Everyone then got up to give their papers to Mr. Julian and Amelia was the last to give the assignment. 


Mr. Julian- Thank you, thank you.


Mr. Julian stood there reading over Amelia's assignment and was shocked.

Dustin- *As he placed his arm around Amelia* I need to talk to you. *As they began to walk out of the door*

Amelia- I'm listening.

Mr. Julian- *As he stared at Amelia's paper* Ugh Ms. Delerentez?

Amelia- Sir? *As she stopped*

Mr. Julian- Can I talk to you for a sec?

Amelia- *As she looked at Dustin* Look, I'll catch up you later okay?

Dustin- Sure. *As he walked away*

Amelia- Yes Mr. Julian?

Mr. Julian- How are you? You good?

Amelia- *Smiles slightly* I guess… *She held a straight face quickly after* You could say that.

Mr. Julian- This, this piece...*As he sat on his desk* I-I don't know what to say.

Amelia- It's not good?

Mr. Julian- Actually, no it's not. It's amazing!

Amelia- *As her facial expression went from disappointed to intriguing* Really?

Mr. Julian- Yes, you really have an art for this. Okay. Poetry, *As he read her paper* it is like a secret path or peep hole to one’s soul. It gives you the privilege to persuade, manipulate and lead someone, whether to the goodness of your love or the path of destruction. Poetry, it's a power granted or passed down to the user to become an entity of someone's thoughts, their mind, heart, soul and wellbeing. It's about control. But if used wrongly, you can be dwarf into insignificance like a sad, wary and lonely grain of sand on a deserted beach. *As he looked up at her* This isn't amateur writing. You have a talent. What influenced you? What was your motive?

Amelia- I don't know, I mean I guess I got fed up with people insinuating what Poetry is all about.

Mr. Julian- *As he smiled* I then see my new top student.

It was game time and Mason, Tyrone and Dustin were on the basketball court and the score was tight, 32 guest and 40 home. Monica then led her girls during half time to the middle of the court to rally up the crowd.

Monica- Alright! *As she worked up the crowd* Five, Six, seven, eight!

They began to cheer and they looked amazing. From the enthusiasm, energy and choreograph the squad really brought it. Jennifer was first in the air, then Trish and then Monica.

Meanwhile, the game was over and the boys had won their game. The cheerleaders were walking out of the gym with their bags and the boys were walking across the football field.

Trish- You guys did really great. *As she smiled*

Jennifer- Yeah, our routine was really tight. Gosh I love being a cheerleader. *She laughed while looking up*

Amelia- Wow someone's got team spirit!

Everyone was there except Mason and Monica. In fact, these two love birds were behind the gym making out.

Mason- You looked really good out there. *As he kissed her*

Monica- Yeah? And you looked extremely sexy running up and down that court! *As she took off his shirt* Ugh it made me want you even more! *As Mason lifted her up*

Dustin was walking across the football field towards the parking lot. Amelia then spotted him and ran on over on the field and jumped on him and they both fell to the ground in the grass.

Amelia- Dustin? *As they fell to the ground*

Dustin- Woah! Haha *As he laughed laid on the floor with Amelia on him* Someone’s not mad at me anymore

Amelia- I was never mad. You did great out there! *As she laid on him*

Dustin- So did you.

Amelia- I mean seeing you back out there on the court doing your thangg....*As she smiled*

Dustin- Only because I got you back. So are we gonna lay here all night? *As he laughed*

Amelia- Maybe. *She flirted*

Dustin- Well I don't mind.

Amelia- I know you don't! *As she rubbed her noise on his*

They both then laughed and begun to kiss. It was then a moment of silence as they stared at each other.

Amelia- I'm really glad I've got you.

Dustin- We've got each other.

Amelia then got up and so did Dustin.

Amelia- So you wanted to talk to me about something?

Dustin- Huh?...Oh yeah! My mom’s back. She was relocated for work and ugh it's been months since I've seen her and since you and I are… getting serious or at least I think we are, I'd just like it if you and I can plan a dinner date with my parents and your mom and dad. It would be a great way for us to all get to know each other and ah.. I just want the two women in my life to me each other...

Dustin- I mean if it's not too soon for you...

Amelia- *As she stopped for a second and reminisced on the car accident that her mom got into when she died*

Dustin- Amelia? Are you okay?

Amelia didn't answer she was still drifted into deep thought.

Dustin- Amelia? Snap out of it!

Amelia- Huh? Ugh what?

Dustin- What was that?

Amelia- I can't do that. We can't do that.

Dustin- What? Why? What did I say?

Amelia- I just can’t!

Dustin- Amelia talk to me!

Amelia- Dustin! Give it up! I don't want to meet your mom your, dad your family I just I...ugh I have to go! See you around! *As she stormed off*

Dustin- What? What just happened? Amelia? *He shouted from a far* Amelia?

Mason and Monica were at his house in his bed and she was lying on his chest while he was rubbing her arm. They were both naked and lying under the covers.

Mason- So you're spending the night?

Monica- If you want me to.

Mason- *He smiled* Sigh.

Monica- What's up?

Mason- Nothing. *As he stared at her*

Monica- Then why are you staring at me?

Mason- Because, you're so beautiful.

She then smiled and they began to kiss and Mason then rolled over on top of her as they begun to make love again.

Mason- I want this.

Monica- You do? 

Mason- Yeah.

Monica- How do you even know?

Mason- I just do. *As they begun to kiss*

Amelia arrived home, her dad was in the living room watching the television and when she entered she said nothing to him.

Dad- I thought you were staying at Mason’s house tonight, so I didn't make dinner.

She didn't answer and her phone vibrated. It was Dustin calling her but she kept sending it to voice mail. As her home screen she had a photo of she and her mom. A tear then rolled down her face and she wiped it.

Dad- Are you okay?

Amelia- I don't want to talk about it okay?! *She shouted and stormed off to her room*

Meanwhile, Amelia was in her pajamas and her phone began to ring off again but this time it was Tyrone and she ignored it to. At that very moment, Amelia disconnected herself from the world exactly what she did when her mom died. 

Dustin and a few players from the basketball team including Tyrone were at his house. They were on the inside while he was on the outside calling Amelia, she was still ignoring his calls. Tyrone then went outside and saw that Dustin was getting upset.

Tyrone- Sigh she's probably not feeling well I don't know I mean she's not answering my calls either.

Dustin- If I had known inviting her to meet my mom and inviting her mom and dad over would have caused this I would have never did that. Maybe I rushed things you know? Maybe I started to fall for her too fast and I thought it was mutual.

Tyrone- Wait you asked to meet her mom?

Dustin- I know it was stupid of me!

Tyrone- No Dustin, her mom died over three months ago. Every time it's time to talk about her she closes up.

Dustin- I had no idea.

Tyrone- Sigh she literally closed up on her dad. She doesn't talk or look at him. They haven't had a conversation in three months. She's not going to open up any time soon so to avoid her exploding on you maybe you should give her space. *As he palmed Dustin's back* Let's get something to eat and in the mean time, just give her time to calm down.

They then walked inside and Dustin's mom had a large pan of Lasagna in her hand and she was rushing trying to get dinner ready.

Mrs. Prescott- Hey I'm sorry I'm sure you fellas are starving.

Jordan- *Laughs* Ms. P that really smells delicious!

Dustin- Yeah it's great to have you back in the kitchen mom.

Mrs. Prescott- Ugh where's your friend? She arrived yet? I can't wait to meet her. *As she smiled*

Dustin then looked at Tyrone and he was upset and disappointed at the same time.

Dustin- She’s not coming. Things probably came up. *As he said with disappointment*

Mrs. Prescott- Oh, that's too bad I was really looking forward to meeting her... Well help me set the table would you?

Everyone then grabbed a plate and began to set the table.

Jennifer was still at Mason's house. She was in the screening room watching a movie. 




She then began to look through pictures of she and her friends on the screen. She then saw an old pic of her and Mason and he was kissing her on her cheek. She then gave deep sigh.

Jennifer- Jen give it up, you'll never be with him.

Meanwhile, she fell asleep and the Screen room television was still on. Suddenly, she heard a sound in the room and she got up and went into the hall way and she peeked in Mason's room and saw Monica giving him a good bye kiss. 

She then became shocked and quickly and quietly she went back to the screening room. Then she heard Monica passed and left.

Jennifer- Oh my god! They're screwing?

On the other hand, Dustin was at student council meeting. He was standing to the front while the students were seated. On his Agenda they were discussing ways to help students to become more intoned with school, thus making Venure High not one of the best but The best academic school in California.

Dustin- As President, I do agree that if we come together, we can make Venure a high better. You see aside for the extracurricular activities such as Basketball, cheerleading, acting, drama club, glee club and so on, where are we placed? As future Marine Biologist, Pharmacist, Accountants, Business manager, Engineers even Doctors and Lawyers, we need scholarships for not just 5 or 20 students but approximately 400 scholarships. And the only way we can get that is if we show this country that Venure High has some of the most, smart, studious and well driven students. *As they applaud* So who's with me? Let's show everyone what Venure High is made of! *As the students cheered him on*

It was cheerleading practice, and Amelia wasn't there neither was Jennifer. Monica was speaking to them about the upcoming competitions and some of them were seated on the ground.

Monica- Okay as you know we are going against Westridge High, those snooty rich kids and when I say they bring it! They bring it, wait where's Amelia?

Everyone looked around but no one knew.

Monica- And Jennifer?

Jennifer then walked in and looked infuriated. She then rested down her bag and called Monica out.

Jennifer- Looking for me?

Monica- Yes why are you late? You know what? Forget it I don't even wanna know. Just next time handle your business before or after practice, not during! And at least have the respect to let us know you’re running late

Jennifer- Yeah and you would know all about that. Handling your business at 5 in the morning leaving Mason's house. *As she mumbled*

Monica- *Paused* Excuse me? This is not the place!

Jennifer- It is when you're screwing with someone that belongs to me!

Mason- *As she laughed* That was a joke right?Jennifer fall in line please. I don’t have the time or energy to go at it with you! *As she turned her back*

Jennifer- I'm pretty sure you're use to getting what you want all the damn time! Head cheerleader, most popular girl... but Mason is off limits!

Monica then walked up to Jennifer and was inches away from her face.

Monica- Make me! *Paused* That's right, you can't. Because you're weak and that's why Mason needs a girl like me and not you.

Jennifer then pushed Monica and they began to fight and they rolled over each other while wearing shorts. It was intriguing, sexy and violent. Mason then came into the gym and quickly stopped them.

Mason- What the hell's going on here? Stop! Stop! Please tell me that this was a part of your routine or something!

Monica- Little miss jealous over here saw me left your house and decided to go belligerent.

Mason- I don't get it, so what? You and I are seeing each other what's there to be mad at?

Jennifer said nothing. She folded her arms and looked away.

Monica- *Laughs* Unbelievable, its clear Mason! She has a thing for you!

Jennifer- No I do not!

Mason- Monica? That's crazy, Jennifer is my best friend! Literally she's like my sister. 

Jennifer- I really don't have time for this I'm out!

Mason then stood there confused while Jennifer stormed off. Amelia was in bed sleeping through the day during school hours and Jennifer was in her house she then knocked once and opened the door.

Amelia- Go away.

She had her back towards the door so she didn't see who it was. She then heard someone sniffing and crying.

Amelia- I said....*As she saw it was Jennifer* Jennifer? What's wrong?

Jennifer- I just embarrassed myself! I can't believe I was so stupid.

Amelia- *Raised up the covers* Come here.

Jennifer then leaned into Amelia's arms crying.

Amelia- Breathe, just breathe! *As she gently wiped her tears and rubbed her hair with her chin on top of her head* Now what happened?

Jennifer- I don't know what happened to me. I just got so angry when I saw Monica coming out of Mason’s room.

Amelia- Why? I mean aren't they dating you had to expect that you know maybe they will be involved in that way.

Jennifer- That's the point. I simply wished that it was me and not her.

Amelia- Oh my goodness you...

Jennifer- Yeah I do and always did.

Amelia- Sigh Oh boy.

Jennifer- *Sniff sniff* 

SCENE THREE

It was poetry class, and Mason, Tyrone, Dustin, Monica and Jennifer were in there. Unfortunately, Amelia wasn't in class and the friends were quiet and each of them were dealing with their own problems. Mr. Julian was discussing their work had all of their papers in his hands.

Mr. Julian- I read over all of your papers and some of you are deep others are really cliché and then some are just fascinating but the good part about is....it's your opinion so you automatically got an A. However, there was one that stood out and it inspired me to give me you all this new assignment. Romeo and Juliette.

Class- *groaned*

Mr. Julian- Come on, come on! Quit groaning. I want you to pair up and show me your version of Romeo and Juliette. Show how you feel about them, about their situation, how you feel about the way it ended. I trust that you are mature enough to partner up and I won't have to pair you. Also I would like to thank Amelia for inspiring me... I haven't seen her in class for over a week is she okay?

No one answer but the friends looked at each other.

Mr. Julian- Tyrone? *As Tyrone became stunned* Do you know why she isn't here?

Tyrone- Ugh.. No sir.

Mr. Julian- Jennifer?

Jennifer- *Shakes her head* Not sure.

Mr. Julian- How about you Dustin?

Dustin- *He looked around* Me?

Mr. Julian- Yes, someone has to know.

Dustin- No sir. *He looked disappointed*

Mr. Julian- Well, if any of you happen to see her, make sure you pass on her assignments and let her know please come and see me.

Meanwhile, Monica was by her locker taking out her books. Mason then quietly walked up behind her and as her hair rested on her neck he moved it gently and kissed her neck.

Mason- I want to take you out this weekend so clear your schedule.

Monica- *Smiled* That's sweet *As she faced him* but I'll pass.

Mason- What? Why?

Monica- Because Mason this can't work!

Mason- What are you talking about? This can! *As Monica looked away*

Monica- It just can't Mason! She likes you!

Mason- Monica, no she doesn't! She only did that to push you away, that's just her. From I met her from she became my Best Friend she did that to every girl! That's just it, she's just my Best Friend. Period! I like you. You know that and I know this can go further.

Monica- Mason, stop okay? It was really fun while it lasted. What we had was special and I won't ever forget it. I mean don't get me wrong *As she rubbed his cheek* I really do like you. But I guess all good things must come to an end. *As she kissed his cheek* I'm sorry.

She gave a brief smile which made him feel skeptical as she walked away then tears begun to roll down her face and she quickly wiped it. 

On the other hand, all of the friends went home early and separated. At the Smiths house it was laundry day and Mason's mom was in his room taking out all of his laundry. She then went down stairs and took it into the laundry room and rested in on the floor next to the other baskets. Before she was able to take them out and put them into the washer, Mason stormed in and headed upstairs.

Mrs. Smith- Mason? Is that you? * She walked by the stair case* Why are you home early? It's only after 12.

Mason- *Continued heading up stairs and made no eye contact* I wasn't feeling good.

Mrs. Smith- Sigh. *As she placed her hand on her waist*

Amelia was in bed and she looked a mess. 

Her dad then stood on the outside of her door with food in his hand contemplating on whether to knock or not. Amelia then sat up and stared at herself in the mirror. 

Finally he built up the courage and knocked.

Dad- Amelia? *As he walked in* I brought you something to eat.

Amelia- *She gave no eye contact* I'm not hungry.

Dad- Come on Amelia.

She didn't answered she got up and sat by her dresser staring at her cell phone and saw 0 missed calls and 0 new messages.

Dad- Amelia!

Amelia- I'm not hungry okay? *She raised her voice*

Dad- Amelia, you're mad, I get it! You're angry but please you've been in this room for a week now and you haven't talked to me. I don't know what's wrong and more importantly I know you haven't been eating! Please talk to me. *As he walked closer to her with the food* Please, so we can fix it.

Amelia- *She jumped up with anger didn't realize her father was behind her and hit the food out of his hand* We can't fix it! It can never be fixed! *As she placed her hand over her mouth* I'm sorry, I'm really sorry, I screw everything up. *As tears rolled down her face*

Dad- It's ok!

Amelia- It's not okay dad! Nothing's okay! Mom's dead! Nothing's ever going to be okay! Seeing my friends with their mom and having dinner as a family, it hurts! I miss her dad. * As she paced her room*

Dad- *Begun to cry* I know, I miss her too. I blame myself every day. Your mom and I were arguing over something, and I can't remember what it was no matter how hard I try to remember.

Amelia then began to hold her head and shake it repeatedly as if she was remembering that day.

Dad- I know it hurts, I can't remember! It couldn't have been important! I was driving and she just leaned over and I-I just lost control. And it's my fault!

Amelia- No dad it was my fault! It was me who you were arguing over. I asked mom to let me go to this party a few months ago. She told me no.

She then had a flash back.

Mrs. Delerentez - Honey, carry this box to the car for me would you?

Amelia- *As she had the head phones around her neck* Sure! *As she took the box* Oh mom can I go to a party some friends at school are having.

Mrs. Delerentez- On a school night? I don't think so!

Amelia- Please mom, I won't stay long I just want to show my face and I'll be back!

Mrs. Delerentez- Amelia I said no! Now go!

Amelia- Ughh this is so unfair! *She then went to the garage and placed the box into the car* I never go out. The one time I do want to, it’s a no! Ugh!

Amelia then saw her dad on the latter getting some things down and Amelia then came up with an idea.

Amelia- Hey dad?

Mr. Delerentez- Hey sweetie! *As he came down*

Amelia- *As she looked through the garage door and saw her mom go down the hall* I was wondering… can I go to this party this Thursday night? I promise I will be home before 11 I just want to show my face, you know how these kids go..

Mr. Delerentez- Sure!

Amelia- To miss a party they consider you as lame. *As she babbled*

Mr. Delerentez- Sure!

Amelia- And I'm going in the 11th grade and the last thing I want to be known as is lame… Wait what? I can go?

Mr. Delerentez- *As he laughed* Sure as long as Tye's going to be there.

Amelia- *Jumps and hugs her dad* Oh, thank you, thank you, you're the best!

Meanwhile, Amelia snapped out of the flash back and was walking around in her room crying her dad then interrupted her.

Dad- You asked me right after your mom said no?

Amelia- Yes and I hate myself for doing that! But dad there is more. After you and mom came to pick me up you two were furious.

As she had a flashback.

Mrs. Delerentez- Amelia always does stuff like this, like she wants attention or something.

Mr. Delerentez- She's just a teenager you can't smother her honey!

Amelia and Tyrone then walked out of the house and headed towards Amelia's parents in the car.

Tyrone- Your mom looks furious!

Amelia- Ugh I know, but luckily my dad always has my back he never listens to her.

Tyrone- *Laughs and shakes his head* Amelia you have to stop turning them against each other.

Amelia- Nah seeing them like this is...I don't know....fun! Besides, the only reason they turn on each other is because they always disagree on things. And that’s not my fault they’re not compatible. *As she opened the car door*

Tyrone- *As he shook his head* A, Good night princess.

Amelia- Night!

Mrs. Delerentez- You have a lot of explaining to do young lady! *As they drove off*

Mr. Delerentez- No she doesn't! How was it sweetie?

Amelia- It was ok, met a few new friends. Some of them are going to Venure High too this fall.

Mrs. Delerentez- What do you mean she doesn't?

Mr. Delerentez- Because I told her she can go!

Mrs. Delerentez- What do you mean you told her she can? When was I going to know about this? Why am I the last to know?

Mr. Delerentez- Are you really this self-centered and cynical? Do you realize how many times in one sentence you say “I, I, I"? Gosh it's annoying! When did you become this person? She was you in high School Amy!

Mrs. Delerentez- I'm self-centered? Maybe I don't want her to end up like me! I say "I" a lot because I want to be her role model! I say "I" want her to be better than us! I want Amelia to be different and not follow the crowd! Parties aren’t important! I say “I” a lot because I want my family to be successful and happy hence why I said I DO to you!

Amelia- Ugh you two are driving me crazy! It's just one stupid party!

Mr. Delerentez- Your mom just loves to overreact!

Mrs. Delerentez- Overreact? *She flings her hand over to her husband* Kill me for being such a concerned mom!

In the blink of an eye another car crashed into them and Amy was gone. Mr. Smith began to cry as they stood in Amelia's room.

Amelia- It's all my fault! I'm here thinking it was you because you never listen to mom or maybe mom because she threw her hands over to you and caused you to lose control of the car but it was me!

Dad- It's not your fault!

Amelia- Yes it is! I'm here being selfish I played you two into letting me go to some stupid party that wasn't even that good! I barely can remember it! Only to...only to cause you and mom to fight and now she's gone!

Dad- *As he hugged her* It's okay, it's neither of our faults! Yes maybe I could have listened to her and you could have stayed home but it happened and you just have to let it go! Just let it go!

Amelia- I killed my mom! *As she cried more*

Dad- Honey just let it go! *As he sat on the floor holding her in his arms* just let-it-go!

SCENE FOUR

On the other hand, Tyrone was at his house in their living room watching television. His little sister April then jumped on him laughing and wanting to play. She was about 6 years old and her long, black, beautiful puffy hair was out.

April- Tyrone, can you play with me please? *As she laughed*

Tyrone- Ugh! Hey princess! I'm so tired!

April- Please, please, please!

Tyrone- April...?

April- Amelia promised she would come over to braid my hair.

Tyrone- Sigh, Amelia hasn't been herself lately.

April- So does this mean that she's not coming? *As Tyrone looked down sighing*

Amelia then walked in and she leaned on the wall behind Tyrone. April then saw her and smiled and Amelia placed her finger on her lips indicating April to be quiet.

Tyrone- I guess not. Sigh but you know what? * As he placed April in his lap*

April- What?

Tyrone- I really miss her, *As Amelia smiled* and you and I should get her some chocolates and carry it over.

April- Yeah! And some cookies and cupcakes and have movie night with Amelia! *As he both of them laughed*

Tyrone- That would be nice!

April- And a sleep over! *She shouted*

Tyrone- *Laughs* Don't no body want to sleep next to Amelia that girl sleeps worse than you!

Amelia- Don't no body sleeps worst than April! *As Tyrone became shocked*

April- *Runs and jumps on Amelia* Amelia....

Tyrone- Amelia?

Amelia- Hey. *Caught April* Hey sweetie!

April- Are you going to style my hair?

Amelia- Ugh....actually I came to talk to Tyrone.

April- Oh..*As she held a sad face*

Amelia- *Smiles* Hey April? How about we have a girls night this weekend I'll come for you we will get medi pedies, ice cream then you'll come back to my house and watch some DVD's. Okay?

April- *Laughs* Yes!

Amelia- Sounds good?

April- Yeah. *As she hugged her*

April then ran off and Tyrone walked towards Amelia in silence and he leaned on the wall in front of her and folded his arms. There was then a long moment of silence.

Amelia- So...

No answer as Tyrone continued to stare at her.

Amelia- I've missed you!

Tyrone- Is that so? *As he said sarcastically*

Amelia- Look, I had some things to get over with myself, with my dad, sigh... with my life. I didn't mean to ignore you I was just... *As Tyrone hugged her*

Tyrone- You don't have to explain anything to me! You're good now that's all that matters.

Amelia- Ugh you're the best!

Tyrone- I know. *As he teased*

Amelia- It’s just been so rough man. With out her. I took her for granted. I really did. Now she’s gone and she’s never coming back.

Tyrone- Ugh Amelia, I know it must hurt. But you have a whole family that loves you, friends and a boyfriend who you own an explanation to by the way! *As he softened the blow with a smile*

Amelia- Oh yeah! *As she wiped her tears*

Tyrone- We’re here for you! Always and Forever. 

Amelia- I know. I’m lucky and I know. So where I can find him?

Tyrone- *As he looked at his watch* Actually I know exactly where he is.

It was shortly after eleven, and Dustin was in the gym playing ball alone. He was sweating, and taking his anger out on the basketball! He was continuously getting the ball in and grunting. He had been in there for hours and was not giving up. He kept falling and hurting his self.

Dustin- Ugh!

Amelia then walked in and stood by the door contemplating on an approach.

Dustin- *Shoots the ball in* Sigh..

Dustin then went to shoot another ball and landed on his bad ankle and began to hold it in pain. Amelia then ran towards him in shock.

Amelia- Dustin? Are you okay? *As she got on her knees*

Dustin- Amelia?

Amelia- Let me take a look at that!

Dustin- Amelia? *As he stared*

Amelia- Tell me does this hurt? *As she squeezed it*

Dustin- *He still stared* You're here!

Amelia- *As she placed her hair behind her ear* Stop it!

Dustin- Stop what?

Amelia- Staring at me like that! 

Dustin then got up and walked away from Amelia infuriated.

Dustin- I’m a little angry Amelia.

Amelia- Please don't be! I'm sorry I didn't mean to push you away! I was going through something!  *Dustin didn't answer her* Ugh look at me Dustin! *As he continued to play ball* So this is what you're going to do? Fine! I'll leave! *As she turned her back*

Dustin- *Threw the ball in the hoop then turned to Amelia* Yeah run away! That's what you always do run away from your problems!

Amelia- Yes! I do that! I know that! You wanted me well this is who you get! Because...*paused* I'm not as strong as people think I am! I'm not! I'm I a little messed up! And lost and I'm scared!

Dustin- Of what? *As walked towards her* Of what?

Amelia- Of everything. Of moving on and living my life with out my mom as if she never existed. With having fun and being happy and…. *As she paused and looked at Dustin vulnerable as he waited anxiously to hear what words she’d utter next* I think I'm falling for you.*She said with the most tremble in her voice* And that scares me... *As she cried* That scares the crap out of me!

Dustin then paused as he became shocked. He was sure that, that was far from what Amelia was going to say and she probably didn’t like him that much and maybe would have ended things.

He then pulled her in closer and kissed her passionately.

Dustin- *As he released from the kiss and looked her in the eyes* It scares me too Amelia, trust me, it does. 

Meanwhile, Mason's mom was just doing the laundry after being so busy she then took Masons basket and began to take the cloths out one by one when suddenly she took up Mason’s sheet and a condom fell out. 

Mrs. Smith- What in the world? *As she picked it up with a paper towel* Gasp! He didn’t!

She then looked down the hall and began to walk towards the stairs infuriated.

Mrs. Smith- Mason? Mason?

No one answer because Mason wasn't home.

Mrs. Smith- Mason? This boy ought to lost his damn mind! Mason?

Mr. Smith then quickly came down the stairs panicking.

Mr. Smith- What's going on?

Mrs. Smith- Your son! I found these in his sheets!

Mr. Smith- Slow down! What’s that?

Mrs. Smith- *As she showed him* A condom, a used condom!

Mr. Smith- And?

Mrs. Smith- What do you mean and? He’s 17 he’s not suppose to be having sex! Especially not in our house!

Mr. Smith- *As he laughed* Realistically what’s the problem? Because the fact that he used that shows that there’s nothing wrong and that you over exaggerating the situation.

Mrs. Smith- I’m over exaggerating? 

Mr. Smith- Yes, you are. Look, Mason’s a smart kid ok? You just got to trust him. And if it’ll make you feel better… Just talk to him. Not argue, talk

Mrs. Smith- Oh I’ll talk to him alright. *As she walked away*

Meanwhile, Jennifer was at home in her kitchen putting up the dishes. It was very late. She then heard her door bell ring and walked towards it.

Jennifer- Who's there? *As she opened the door*

It was Mason, they both stared at each other and Jennifer became shocked and hesitated.

Mason- Jen?

Jennifer- What are you doing here? *As they stood by the door*

Mason- I wanted to know, is it true?

Jennifer- What?

Mason- What Monica told me! Do you have a thing for me?

No answer as Jennifer looked away.

Mason- Jennifer? Look at me! I can't sleep! I can't stop thinking about this! Do you?

Jennifer- Even if I do what's that going to solve? I mean you have a girlfriend! I'll forever be just your friend!

Mason- Dammit Jennifer! Answer me! Do you like me, do you have feelings for me?

Jennifer- I mean the way I see it, although I do, nothings going to ch- *As Mason kissed her*

She then placed her hand around his neck and he lifted her up and closed the door with his foot. Amelia was at Dustin's house in his room lying on his chest watching him sleep while rubbing his chest. 

She then got up and kissed him gently on his lips, and he joined in after a few seconds and they began to French kiss. Slowly, he rolled her over and lay on top of her while kissing her. He stopped and stared at her.

Dustin- You're so beautiful.

Amelia- *Bites her lips* What if I told you I'm ready?

Dustin- Ready for what?

Amelia then kissed him more passionately and vibrantly.

Amelia- To meet your mom! *She smirked*

Dustin- Aww that's what I thought! *As he laughed and tickled her* You're good. I give you that.

Amelia- *Laughs* How? You took it the wrong way!

They both them began to be playful as they rolled out of the bed and on to the floor. Amelia was laughing really loud while laying on top of Dustin he then covered her mouth.

Dustin- Sshhh, you'll wake my parents! *As he smiled*

Amelia- How about I do something that will surely wake them? *As she bit down on her bottom lip while flirting*

Dustin- Yeah? *As he smiled*

Amelia- Yeah! *As she kissed him*

Mason, on the other hand was just going home. He then began to walk up the stairs when he heard his mom call out to him.

Mrs. Smith- Mason?

Mason- *As he slowly stopped* Yeah?

Mrs. Smith- Can we talk?

Mason- *He complained* Ugh mom can we do this in the morning? I'm beat.

Mrs. Smith- I can, but I won't! This is important. *As she turn her back*

Mason then turned around and walked towards his mom into the laundry room.

Mason- What did I do now? What I didn't bring down my laundry?

Mrs. Smith- No actually it’s about what I found in your laundry.

Mason- Huh? *As he was confused*

Mrs. Smith- Are you having sex?

Mason- *As he laughed nervously* Mom, is that even a question?

Mrs. Smith- I asked, so clearly it is a question.

Mason then stared and was at a loss for words.

Mrs. Smith- I’m going to take the silence and the condom I found in your laundry as a yes.

Mason- *As he opened his eyes shocked and confused* Sigh… mom...

Mrs. Smith- Look, I’m not mad. I mean I was but your father talked me to of it.

Mason- Dad knows too? *As he sucked his teeth* Mom honestly, I had a girl and I really like her because if I didn’t that wouldn’t have happened. Especially not here.

Mrs. Smith- Mason your 17! Do you know how much of a big step this is? .

Mason- I know. And with all due respect, I don’t need you to tell me how important sex is. I already know and we used protection. I don’t see a problem here and I really don't feel like discussing this. I’m going to bed. *As he kissed her cheek* I love you. *He then walked away and went upstairs* 

Mrs. Smith- I swear high school really changes these kids.

Meanwhile, Monica was in her room crying in her bed she then closed her eyes as more tears rolled down her face and went to sleep.

SCENE FIVE 

Amelia was at school walking down the hall way. She was putting her books in her locker when her cellphone begun to ring.

 It was an unfamiliar number and she stared contemplating. After which she closed her locker and answered.

Amelia- Hello?

Mrs. Prescott- Hi, is this Amelia?

Amelia- Ugh, yeah this is she.

Mrs. Prescott- Good! I don't mean to bother you but ugh Dustin told me you were coming over for dinner and I was heading to the grocery store and I wanted to know are you allergic to anything in particular?

Amelia- *Smiled shockingly* Ugh no-no ma'am, I'm not.

Mrs. Prescott- Alright, great! *As she smiled* Well Amelia, Dustin has told me a lot about you, I can't wait to meet you. See you sweetie.

Amelia- Same here. Okay bye.

Amelia then stood there smiling after which she walked away quickly in search of Dustin.

Meanwhile, Dustin and Tyrone were in the chemistry lab working on the Escalabar experiment. They had on their lab coats, goggles and glove and were trying to make energy. 



They were extremely close to succeeding but they failed.

Tyrone- This is it! It's doing! *It then turned off*

Dustin- Ugh no, no ,no! What are we doing wrong? *As he yanked off his goggles*

Tyrone- I must have messed up the calculations! I've been up all night working on this!

Dustin- Something is off. Just one thing because it powers up now we have to try keep it powered up. We should try again that's all.

Tyrone- Yeah.. We should! *As he began to move the beakers* So..what's up with you and Amelia?

Dustin- *Laughs* We're good. In fact, I explained to my mom the situation and she's having a dinner for Amelia and I. She thinks it's a normal dinner for us but it's actually something I put together for our four months of being together.

Tyrone- Ugh man! Amelia’s finna love that! *As he leaned on the table* I can imagine her face.

Dustin- I know! I just love making that girl happy. Anything to put a smile on her face. 

Tyrone- *Laughs* Man that's do your thing! Treat her good. Any way the bells about to go so Imma get rid of this stuff before Professor Carter comes.

Ashley- Hey Dustin, I’m flunking out again. I tried going over some of the methods you taught me when you were my tutor but I keep getting mixed up. Help?

Dustin- You tried the tables I gave you too?

Ashley- All of that! I really need your help. My mom is going to cut my allowance if I fail Chem. I took this test and I blanked out.

Dustin- But you were doing so good.

Ashley- Exactly! And ever since our sessions stopped it’s like all your teaching went out the window. So can I come over, or can you come over? Please?

Dustin- I, ugh, I… *As he looked at Tyrone then back at Ashley*

Ashley- So? 

Tyrone then raised his hands up as if he wanted nothing to do with that situation and walked away.

Tyrone- Well would you look at that, I can't find service and I need to make a call. *As he tried to avoid the situation*

Amelia then came into the room running towards Dustin.

Amelia- Dustin?

Dustin- Amelia? *As Amelia jumped on him and he caught her* Ugh! What's going on?

Amelia- You told your mom?

Dustin- Huh? *As he kept her in the air*

Amelia- About me! She sounds so nice I can't wait to meet her! *As she kissed her*

Bell rings

Dustin- H-how, did u..

Amelia- She called me! *As students came in to the class*

Dustin- She did? When?

Amelia- Just now! She was talking about dinner and me coming over. She sounds nice and I'm just really excited to meet her. *As she kissed him again*

Ashley- Well this is awkward.

Amelia- What’s awkward?

Ashley- Nothing. Tell Mrs. Prescott hi for me would ya. *As she walked away* Oh and please come over. I really need you!

Amelia- Oh.. *As she looked at Tyrone and then back at Dustin*

Dustin- It’s not what you think. We studied a few times. Everybody asks me for help in chem.

Amelia- If you say.

Dustin- Babe, don’t do that. I’m serious.

Amelia- Ok I believe you! And I’m really excited to meet your mom.

Dustin- *As he kissed her* And I like how you are when you’re excited.

Professor Carter then walked in with her highlighted make up and brief case and saw Amelia and Dustin kissing and showing affection.

Professor Carter- Dustin? You can kiss your girlfriend later.

They both then quickly stopped after the sound of her voice.

Meanwhile, Mason was indecisive and was around school looking for Monica but he couldn't find her. He then ran into Trish and began to question her.

Mason- Trish? Hey have you seen Monica?

Trish- No. She's at home. She bailed today. Why?

Mason- She bailed huh?

Trish- Mason what's wrong?

Mason- Monica, is she seeing anyone else or anything?

Trish- Not what I know of, why?

Mason- Come on Trish what aren't you telling? How well do you know Monica?

Trish- We've been friends from first grade.

Mason- Then why is she pushing me away?

Trish- Sigh, it's not my place to say however, just know that it had nothing to do with you. She likes you it’s just that some things from her past have her a bit shaken up.

Mason- Yeah, the cliché "It's not you, it’s me" ugh! *Mason then walked away.*

Trish- Mason?

He continued to walk away and Trish rolled her eyes and walked away as well.

Dustin, Amelia, Jennifer and Tyrone were under the tree at school studying. Amelia was leaning on Dustin and Jennifer was leaning on Amelia.

Jennifer- Ugh why does high school have to be so hard?

Tyrone- Quit complaining!

Amelia- It was really unfair for Professor Carter to throw that pop quiz on us.

Jennifer- Ugh tell me about it she's literally Cruella De Vill!

Dustin- Actually she's being nice to allow us to take the test again. Normally she wouldn't do that. Well… allow you guys to take the test again, I passed.

Jennifer- Rub it in smart ass.

Dustin- I’m sorry. *As he said with a smile*

Amelia- I didn't fail either...

Jennifer- What? You studied?

Amelia- I mean yeah...

Jennifer- And you made me think you failed?

Amelia- I didn't, you assumed.

The cheerleaders then passed by and Monica was in front and they were conversing and laughing.

Dustin- So what's up with you two?

Jennifer- What?

Dustin- Why aren't you two cheerleaders anymore?

Amelia- Oh I'm a cheerleader, I needed to study so I let them know I'd be late for practice.

Tyrone- Jen on the other hand… Still hasn't apologized to Monica for attacking her.

Jennifer- *Leaned up off of Amelia then gasp* Firstly, I did not attack her, she attacked me! And why do I need to apologize? Besides she was sneaking around with Mason so I had to expose her.

Amelia, Tyrone, Dustin- She was not sneaking around! *They said in a choir*

Dustin- You know, it isn't considered sneaking around when everybody knew.

Amelia- Yeah and besides if Mason liked you he would have told you I mean you have to expect that not everyone you like is going to like you back.

Jennifer- Ouch! *As she stood up* But, he actually does! * As she walked away smiling*

Tyrone- He does?

Amelia- Does what? *She Jennifer continued walking* Jennifer?

Meanwhile, Monica was in the back of the school and they were just done exercising and became extremely tired as they were dripping sweat. Monica was coaching them and speaking harshly in order of toughness and respect.

Monica- This game is only weeks away and honestly? You all suck! I missed school today and here I am at practice because you ladies need as much practice as you can get!

Megan- We can do better if our team would just come up with new stuff! I mean think about it! That stunt that Amelia and Jennifer did a month ago was amazing we need more mind blowing stunts and routines.

Trish- I agree. We can't use things that everyone else is using we have to be different.

Santonio- Yeah exactly. If we want to beat Westridge, we have to do new stuff.

Monica- *Smiles* Now you're talking like a team. Alright let’s do it brain storm some stuff, come up with some killer ideas and present them to us tomorrow at practice.

They then heard a sudden sound of some ones footsteps walking towards them and everyone looked. It was Mason and he swiftly walked towards Monica.

Mason- Monica I really need to talk you!

Monica- Okay that's it for today, see you all tomorrow. Work on those stunts and come up with some ideas for tomorrow. *Ignored Mason, quickly got her gym bag and stormed pass Mason*

Mason- *Pulls Monica's hand* I'm talking to you!

Monica- I have nothing to say to you.

Mason- Sigh, Monica why are you making things so hard? We both are feeling each other. What’s really going on?

Monica- Mason? I'm not about to hop on boat and don't know where it's sailing. I've had too many bad experiences I'm just trying to be careful. I'm still figuring things out.

Mason- And so am I. Let's just figure things out together. Please? *As he held her hand*

Monica- *Paused then gave a huge sigh* Sigh.

Mason- Answer me!

Monica- Look, I have to go!

Mason- You're not going anywhere unless we talk! Monica, I'm being honest and open and it's like I'm still not getting anywhere with you. I know you've been hurt before I can see it. It's really why you're pushing me away. I can see you’ve been through something. But truth is, we all have. But that doesn’t give us the right to shut people out or push them away. I want this. I told you this before. What’s it gonna take? *As he looked in her eyes while holding her hands*

Monica- I wanna trust you I do but..

Mason- Monica I won't hurt you I promise.

They then began to stare at each other and Monica's eyes were watery.

Monica- *She relented* You don't understand how hard this is for me. It wasn't a bad experience with cheating. It was something bigger than this, something bigger than us... *As she walked away* I don't know if I can do this. I'm not ready.

Mason- Well let's start off slow. I don't know what you did to me but I really want you.

Monica- What?

Mason- What we have is special and I really want to make it official. I want to be with you. Be my girl...

Monica- *As she stared at him* But..

Mason- But nothing! Monica you are just so amazing. The way you make me feel sigh that feeling's seldom. You’re like this independent bad ass, you know, like you don’t need any one, like you’ve got this all on your own and that makes me want to be there for you even more.

Monica- *Walked towards Mason slowly* I don't know what to say.

Mason- Just tell me what I have to do.

Monica then kissed Mason and he lifted her up and held her tightly. Jennifer was walking near the field when she looked up  and saw Mason and Monica kissing. She became so shocked and hurt as she covered her mouth and ran away silently before they could see her.

THE END

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