Summary: The Clique's Six annual reunion is coming up and so are a lot of secrets and changes. Can one week bring friends closer together, or further apart? Find out in Seven Days, based on the Mary J Blige song. Rucas Centric. Joshaya; Smarkle;
Word Count: 2,190
Chapter 1: A Friend of Mine
MONDAY
She tossed the thin dark purple cardigan on and listened to Maya rant about the inconvenience of their impromptu reunion. Riley giggled as Maya waved off a euphemism about Farkle and Isadora flying in late that evening. Riley grabbed her keys and shuffled Maya towards the front door. Maya groaned and leaned back into Riley’s arms purposely making it hard for the bubbly brunette to move her.
“Maya,” Riley chastised and the blonde smirked.
“Oh come on Riles, do we really need to go get party supplies? It's just us six!” Maya groaned.
“Maya it's been a year since all six of us were together! Aren’t you excited to see our friends?” Riley pouted.
“Yeah, I guess,” Maya said and rolled her eyes.
Riley knew it was a front, and that Maya was just as excited as she was. Despite being close the clique six had spread out across the continent for college. Maya and Riley stayed true, and both got into NYU. While Riley went to Steinhardt for English Education, Maya found her calling at Tisch for Collaborative Art. Although in different programs, they became roommates in a cramped two-bedroom, a gift from their parents. Their friendship never wavered and if anything it got stronger over the last few years. As their junior year ended they wanted to celebrate with their best friends. In just mere months they would be college seniors, and then off to more school or careers.
“Farkle got us a suite,” Riley teased and Maya grinned.
“A suite? Okay, Minkus, guess that business degree is working after all,” Maya mused and stood up straight.
As the girls found their place at NYU, Farkle and Isadora found their place at Stanford University. Although Princeton University was their goal, they both realized the move across the country would do them good. It was no surprise that both of them had done well successfully that they were graduating before their friends. Farkle in the fall will be attending Stanford Graduate School of Business and Isadora will start her Ph.D. program in Neuroscience. Another reason for their motley crew of friends to come together.
“It's more like a graduation gift from his parents,” Riley said and led Maya out of their apartment.
“I can't believe those two geniuses are already going to their second degrees, I barely think I am going to make it out of my bachelor’s,” Maya groaned as Riley locked the door.
The two linked their arms together and Riley giggled.
“Maya you're doing great in school, As and Bs,” Riley exclaimed.
“It's only because I am actually interested in school now, why couldn't we just jump to college?” Maya asked as they walked down the stairs.
“That's not how life works,” Riley said as they left the apartment building.
Loud city noises blare down the streets and the crowds shuffled through masses of New Yorkers. Both girls leaped into the mass and followed the flow down the street.
“I hope Party City isn't crowded,” Maya said as Riley smiled brightly.
A benefit of having an apartment in Union Square was that everything was close by to them. They could pop in, get some supplies and grab lunch all within walking distance.
“I doubt it, no major holidays, just some graduations in a few weeks,” Riley said.
“So … we talked about Smarkle, is there a particular someone you would like to talk about before we see them?” Maya teased.
“Zay? I heard he might double major,” Riley shrugged.
“What is he? Can he?” Maya asked as Riley nodded.
“I mean he is a dance major, maybe he wants to do something in that field but more,” Riley said.
“Sounds like a lot,” Maya mused.
“I know but it's Zay, and Duke is letting him do it, why not take advantage?” Riley said
Zay’s college choice was a surprise to all of them. They knew Zay was eclectic and loved to do different things, but they all assumed he would go back to Texas. He threw them for a loop when he decided to go to Duke University in North Carolina for Dance. They knew he liked ballet but didn't think he would take it on as a major.
“Wait! You deflected! You know who I was talking about Riles. A certain cowboy down in Texas,” Maya teased.
Lucas.
Lucas’s choice was no surprise to Riley, she knew what he was interested in since they were in the seventh grade. So when he announced he was going to Texas A&M Riley was excited for him no matter what. They decided it was in their best interest to break up and stay as friends. Allowing one another to explore these new waters without being weighed down by a significant other. However, it didn't matter to Riley as she never found anyone to match Lucas on any level. Sure she went on dates and flirted around, but nothing was serious. No one was able to make her feel like he did.
“Lucas?” Riley asked.
“You said Huckleberry’s name, that's a big step for you,” Maya said with a grin.
“I always say his name, it's you who insist on these nicknames, Maya we’re twenty-one now. Don't you think it would be a good time to drop the nicknames?” Riley asked.
“What and miss out on annoying moral compass, do you know me Riles?” Maya fake gasped and Riley chuckled.
“Yes I do, and to answer your question, there’s nothing to talk about, Lucas and I are friends, with the exception of Smarkle, we are all friends,” Riley said and directed Maya into Party City.
“You two were always more than just friends,” Maya said as Riley dragged her towards balloons.
“Why are we getting party supplies again?” Maya groaned.
“Well while we are just becoming seniors, Farkle and Izzy are graduating. I thought it would be nice to have something like a little congratulations thing during our reunion,” Riley said as she perused gold and silver balloons.
“Do we have to get gifts?” Maya asked.
“I’m getting them cards, and I got them each something small, just a congrats thing. You don't have to, you know how I feel about gift-giving,” Riley said with a smile.
“You love it you fruit loop, I guess I’ll look for something here,” Maya sighed and followed Riley down the aisles.
As the girls scoured the store for supplies, they kept the conversation light about their friends. Catching one another up on information to prepare for the annual reunion. Maya laughed as she picked up small party favors and found two keychains for her friends.
“Look one for each of them, the dollar sign for Farkle, and the brain for Izzy,” Maya said as she jingled them.
Riley playfully rolled her eyes and smiled at her best friend. However, she knew the two would love Maya’s gift and treasure it because that is what friends do.
“I have a special order to pick up,” Riley said as she walked towards the counter.
“Special? Oh, Riles, what did you do?” Maya asked as Riley talked to the cashier.
Riley emptied her basket of balloons, candy, and streamers. She smiled as the cashier revealed a bag with Stanford University decorations.
“Of course,” Maya said.
“It's going to be so much fun,” Riley said as the cashier rang up her things.
“Fruit Loop, look I am going to the other cashier to pay for this, don't get any more supplies,” Maya chastised as she walked away.
Riley playfully rolled her eyes once more and smiled as the Cashier scanned the items. Riley’s eyes caught a glimmer of gold and she saw a gaudy gold plastic necklace with a horseshoe. She bit her bottom lip in complementation and took the plunge.
“Could I get that too?” Riley said as she pointed to the necklace.
The cashier rang it up and gave her the total. Riley swiped her card with no hesitation and smiled as she was handed the bags. Maya had sauntered over with her small bag and raised her eyebrows.
“Got everything?” Maya asked as Riley nodded.
Riley sat at her desk as she edited her final paper for class. One click and she would officially be done with her junior year. However, she couldn't stop herself from continuously changing the ending. Something felt off, and she didn't know what it was. She glanced at the clock and saw it was well past 11:00 PM, and she was exhausted. She rubbed her eyes and stifled a yawn.
Her phone vibrated and she glanced at it. It was a text but who it was, surprised her. She didn't know why he would text her so late but he had to have a reason. Sure they chatted outside the group chat but it was mundane, and not so late.
Lucas: Hey you up?
Riley: Unfortunately, is everything ok?
Lucas: Yeah can I call?
Riley hesitated but ultimately confirmed that he could. Before she knew it, her phone was ringing in her hands. As she took a deep breath she picked up the call.
“Hey,” She whispered.
“Hey,” Lucas responded.
“Hey,” She repeated.
“I thought we grew out of that,” He chuckled.
“I thought so too,” Riley said as she leaned back in her seat.
“Sorry to call so late it's almost midnight over there right?” He asked.
“Yeah but it's fine I was up, I was working on my final paper,” Riley said as she scrolled through the document.
“Riley Matthews hasn’t finished her homework, oh no the world is ending,” He joked.
“Oh stop it, I have till tomorrow midnight to submit it but I wanted it done before … the reunion,” Riley said.
“That's the Riley I know, am I interrupting? Do you want to finish it?” Lucas asked as he cleared his throat.
Riley paused and leaned back in her chair. A part of her did want to finish the paper, but the other part of her wanted to know why he called, especially this late.
“I think my brain is fried, I know something is wrong, I just can't put my finger on it, I can talk. What's up?” Riley said as she tried to make her voice sound light.
“I kind of wanted to hear your voice,” Lucas said, his voice deepening.
“My voice?” Riley questioned.
“Yeah … I just needed to hear it. Talking to you has always been easy Riley, and I thought I would call one of my best friends,” Lucas said.
Riley could tell something was wrong, but just like her paper, she couldn't put her finger on it. She twirled some hair around her finger and listened to him.
“What did you want to talk about? Tomorrow?” Riley asked.
“I’m excited to come home,” Lucas said and Riley could feel her heart race slightly.
“Texas isn't home?” Riley asked.
“No it isn't, not when everything I love is back in New York,” Lucas said
“Like your friends,” Riley said.
“Yeah but a particular one in mind. Plus I wouldn't feel so lost, and I think … I need to be found” Lucas said his voice lofty and Riley bit her lip.
“Are you okay Lucas, you sound … off,” Riley asked as he chuckled.
“You definitely know me the best, yeah I’m good, I had a drink and I think … it's getting to me. Don't mind me, I’m sorry for interrupting. Goodnight Riley,” Lucas said and hung up the call before Riley could say anything.
Riley looked at the phone puzzled at what just happened. She thought about waking Maya but she decided against it. Instead, she crafted a long but well-intended text to the Texan. She needed him to know she wasn't judging him and that she was there for him.
Riley: Hey, you sounded off. I know you said you drank but, it didn't seem like that was what was going on? You know you can talk to me always if you want to call back we can talk about what's bothering you. I hope you're okay Lucas, I’m always here for you.
Riley sent the message and returned to her paper. She glanced at her phone every few seconds and waited to hear it vibrate back but it didn't. She sighed and started to type up her conclusion, so she could finally finish her paper. As she saved the document and uploaded it to her college portal, she checked her phone. Still nothing. As she submitted the paper, she got up from her seat and went to the bathroom to do her bedtime routine.
Lucas crossed her mind with each task, and she wondered if tomorrow it would be easier to talk. She hoped all was alright, and she wished he would have told her what's wrong. As she finished her routine she bounded for her room. She flicked her light off and crawled into bed exhausted from the day. She grabbed her phone to plug it in to charge when she saw a new alert. She swiped through to see a response from Lucas.
…..not even six hours later i got an offer of a well paying full time long-term job with free room and board in queens in nyc, allowing me independence and a way to escape an abusive situation and an unhealthy environment
likes charge reblogs cast, folks, this is the good luck post
Summary: Three years have passed since Lucas and Riley fought on the first day of High School. The two never spoke again until one fateful night, the night Lucas saved Riley. Now he must save her from herself and not fall for her in the process. Rucas AU Centric. Joshaya x Smarkle x ZayxOC
Word Count: 1,968
Trigger Warning: Sexual Abuse
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Chapter 2
Girl Meets Shattered
3 Years Later
"I believe that two people are connected at the heart, and it doesn't matter what you do, or who you are or where you live; there are no boundaries or barriers if two people are destined to be together" - Julia Roberts
Riley sat at the counter of her Mother's café and scribbled feverously in her notebook.
"Cake?"
Riley looked up and saw Zay standing in front of her with a slice of chocolate cake. Zay grinned and placed the small dish in front of her notebook. She smiled softly and stuck her finger in the chocolate mousse. Riley brought her finger to her lips and moaned at the taste of the sugar.
"Zay you are awesome! I am glad my Mom gave you this job" Riley commented as Zay passed her a small silver fork.
Zay had scored a job at Topanga's a year ago as a Waiter and it has helped him keep everything on track. Riley wasn't surprised that Zay was good at his job, he loves the people and they love him. Between serving the guest and snacking, he made everyone feel important. He was no longer Robin Lunch; he was Zay Best Waiter Ever.
"Well it does help that you are one of my best friends," Zay said as he took a bite of her cake.
"Zay!" Riley scolded with a laugh.
"Quality assurance" Zay mumbled with his mouth full.
"And?" Riley said as he took another bite.
"It's ok" He joked and Riley let out a laugh.
"Zay Man!" Riley turned around to see Maya walking with a messenger bag.
"No love for me Peaches," Riley said, taking a bite of her cake.
"Well that depends on you Honey, did you finish the next chapter?" Maya asked.
Riley smiled triumphantly and pulled out her iPad and notebook. Maya grinned and snatched the two out of her hands.
"Riles! You've been holding out on me! Now I can draw Violet and Peaches, I've been lacking some great art time" Maya cooed and flipped through the pages.
"I still can't believe you two are creating a graphic novel," Zay said as he took the last bite of cake and grabbed the plate.
Riley tilted her head in disbelief of Zay eating her snack and let out a chuckle. Yet he was right who knew that Riley Matthews could write so well. It was well known Maya had amazing artistic abilities, but one day Farkle and Maya read a short story that Riley wrote. They couldn't believe that Riley had a way to convey her emotions onto paper.
So junior year Riley and Maya began writing a series called Violet and Peaches. The series was about two best friends that fought crimes and had the ability to turn into cats. It was a silly idea, but anything could be possible in their world.
Their little crew actually would have weekly meet-ups and read the adventures and discuss what they believe should happen next. Maya would sketch the new ideas and Riley would write it all down. Farkle has even suggested that they submit it to publishing companies to get offers. However, Riley declines every time while Maya boasts about being the next great graphic designer.
"Believe it, Zay!" Maya said and stopped at a page.
"Riles this is it, this is Violet and Peaches next adventure, I love it," Maya said and a bright smile graced her face,
"Thanks," Riley said and shrugged.
"No drawing Maya we have to head to the Homecoming Game!" Zay said as Maya pulled out her sketchbook.
"Do we have to?" Maya whined and frowned.
"Of course Riley here is our homecoming queen nominee," Zay said and threw his apron onto the countertop.
"Zay you have to lock up," Topanga said as she came from behind.
"But Mrs. M, the game, Riley, Cheerleaders!" Zay rambled and widened his eyes.
"Mom, I got it," Riley said and walked behind the counter.
"Riley aren't you supposed to be at the game to walk across and everything?" Topanga asked.
"I'll be a few minutes late it's fine, really besides, we are closing in twenty minutes, guys go have fun, it gives me private Riley writing time," Riley said and placed her hands under her chin.
"Riles, you sure?" Maya asked as she stood from her seat.
"Totally fine Peaches!" Riley said and grinned.
"Zay!"
Riley's grin faltered from her face when she heard the familiar voice. A voice that she didn't hear often, yet it still sent waves throughout her body. She looked down at the grain of the counter before she felt his presence nearby. He didn't acknowledge her or greet her, but he did glance at her.
"Lucas dude what are you doing here?" Zay asked as Maya glanced between Riley and Lucas.
"Dude you said we were meeting up at four-thirty, it's almost five" Lucas laughed as Zay patted his arm.
"Sorry late shift today, but come on we are all going to the game now," Zay said as Maya grabbed Riley's hand.
"Coming Maya?" Lucas asked as he turned to the Blonde.
"Yeah, Huckleberry" Maya retorted before giving Riley a squeeze.
The three began walking towards the door as Topanga followed slowly behind them. In a silent walk towards the subway, the three of them did not say anything. It could have been the awkward tension or the fact that Riley's mother was a few feet behind them.
"What the Princess isn't joining?" Lucas asked and rolled his eyes.
"Lucas!" Maya scolded and pinched his arm.
Maya didn't want Lucas bashing Riley especially in front of her own mother. Lucas wasn't surprised at Maya's actions; however, he was surprised at her using his name. He didn't make it easy for his friends to spend time with him whenever Riley tagged along.
Somehow he would end up canceling or make Riley feel uncomfortable that she would leave. It was like a switch came on inside of him that made him have to hurt her feelings. Maya had every right to be protective, but he just could not help himself.
"Sorry, Maya I guess I forget you have to protect the Princess" Lucas said and let out a chuckle.
Maya rolled her eyes and shoved him into Zay which made them fall on the ground. Topanga came over and Maya pulled her away from the two boys. Zay jostled Lucas off of him and stood up.
"Why Lucas? Why do you have to be an ass about Riley?" Zay demanded.
"She makes it easy Zay," Lucas said and stood up from the ground. He wiped his jeans and shook his head in anger. Lucas clenched his jaw and made fists before releasing them.
"Cut it out, at least for tonight! It is our last homecoming game and I want to enjoy it with all my best friends" Zay begged and clasped his hands together.
"Whatever let's just catch up to Maya so we can't sit with Smackle and Farkle," Lucas said as he pointed to the subway.
"Crap I left my wallet back at Topanga's, I think Riles is still there" Zay commented and smacked his pants.
"Look I got it don't worry, I won't say anything mean to the Princess," Lucas said and rolled his eyes.
Zay bit back his words and just held up his hands to allow Lucas to go to the café. At least in his mind, the two had to say something to one another. Lucas handed Zay his MetroCard before walking back to Topanga's. He had no idea what he was going to say to Riley and he hoped he didn't have to. He walked down a flight of stairs to see the door closed and the lights were off inside of Topanga's.
Lucas was surprised to see the lights were all off at Topanga's and placed his hands on the glass. He peered into the darkness to see nothing but an empty café. He pulled the door to see that it was unlocked and felt uneasy about what was going on. Despite not speaking to Riley, he knew she wasn't irresponsible to leave the place unlocked.
"Um hello?" Lucas called out as he walked into the dark café. The bell rang over his head and he reached to his left to find the light switch when he saw something from the corner of his eye. Lucas fell back into the glass door with a heavy shove shattering the glass. He groaned and noticed that the person was dressed in all black and was running up the stairs.
Adrenaline began to build up in him and he scrambled onto his feet. He scurried inside and began looking for Riley.
"Ri- Ril - Riley?!" His voice shook with vulnerability and he was surprised he even got her name out. Chairs were strewn haphazardly on the floor and the café counter was bare except for a rag. Lucas heard a whimper and knew where she was. He slid to his knees and saw Riley lying face down behind the bar. Her hair was spread out around her and her skirt hiked up.
"Riley?" Lucas cried and picked her head up as she cried again.
"Lucas?" She questioned as tried sitting up.
"Riley, please stay still I have to call the cops" Lucas begged as he searched for his phone in his pocket. His fingers trembled as he dialed the police and his voice cracked. After reading off the numbers to the police and hanging up he looked down at Riley who was curled in a fetal position.
He studied her as he noticed her underwear further away from the two and he froze. That was a question he didn't want to be answered right now. All that he knew was that she needed him and the three years of anger melted away. She pulled down her skirt and tried sitting up which made Lucas move away.
"No Lucas please, don't leave me" She cried and held him tightly.
"Please I know you don't like me, but don't leave me alone, please Lucas, please"
He held her tightly as she broke down within his arms.
"Don't worry Riley I got you, no one will hurt, no one" He whispered.
He held her for about five minutes before the cops arrived. Before he knew it Riley was on a stretcher and cops were asking him about twenty questions at once. Yet it didn't matter because he just stared at Riley as she was strapped in and crying.
"Son?" The Officer asked.
"I … I … didn't see him sir, but I know he was heavier and taller than I" Lucas croaked.
The Officer noticed Lucas's gaze and patted him on the back. He comprehended that Lucas was not going to be helpful until he knew that Riley was going to be alright.
"Lucas?" Riley cried and Lucas walked over. She grabbed his hand and began to cry as the paramedic placed an IV in her arm.
"I'm right here Riley," Lucas said as she squeezed his hand.
"Young man, only family can ride with her, you can meet us at Mount Sinai," The Paramedic said as Riley gripped his hand tighter.
"Please" Lucas begged as the stretcher moved away from him and Riley thrashed crying for Lucas.
Lucas stood dumbfounded and watched Riley begged for him. Thumps filled his ears and he realized his own heart was racing for her. He was scared for her and he did not know what to do.
"Son?" The Officer said and Lucas turned to him. The Officer handed Lucas's what he could only figure was Riley's bag and some papers.
"Go to her," The Officer said as Lucas without a second thought ran out of Topanga's.
Fuck I’m at a fencing tournament and literally a minute after I reblogged this my dad told me that he talked to the point people and I’m probably going to win a medal.
I need to follow up to say I reblogged this last night, and this morning I got some of the best news of my life, like, a life dream come true news thing.
FUCK, I though it was just another lucky meme but LISTEN. Since a week ago I was waiting a phone call to confirm me if I got a job or not in my university. I reblogged this yesterday’s night “just for fun and because I don’t want any bagel to be mad with me”, and today’s afternoon, while I was losing my time as always, the professor I was supposed to work with called me and asked me for my personal information to start working with her.
Summary: Three years have passed since Lucas and Riley fought on the first day of High School. The two never spoke again until one fateful night, the night Lucas saved Riley. Now he must save her from herself and not fall for her in the process. Rucas AU Centric. Joshaya x Smarkle x ZayxOC
Word Count: 1,176
Chapter 1
Girl Meets High School
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." - Winston Churchill
Riley Matthews, eldest daughter to Topanga and Cory Matthews began her day with an immense smile on her face and ready to conquer her new kingdom, High School. She will be joined by her best friend Maya Hart and cohorts of quirky individuals. The geniuses Farkle Minkus, Isadora Smackle, the joker Isaiah Babineaux, and the brawn Lucas Friar.
However, it did not go as she imagined, but Riley did not let go of the idea of a perfect day. She allowed the older seniors to submit her to "the hole" because she knew it had to be for a worthy reason. As the optimistic, the others followed her belief until it boiled over into an argument.
"Riley!" Lucas snapped as Riley sat Indian-style on the floor.
Riley slightly trembled at the burst of emotion from Lucas. He noticed that she flinched and he didn't mean to invoke fear in her, but he had reached his limit. She always tried to see the good in others and gave out multiple chances to the people around her. Riley had an unlimited hope in others, but these 'seniors' they could truly care less. They were taking advantage of her. Why couldn't she see that? Why couldn't she just see that he was trying to protect their friends and especially her?
He clenched his jaw and began his rant, "Come on Riley. They are picking on us, they are enjoying torturing the freshman, get it through your head. You keep seeing the good in people, and that needs to change. These guys are just picking on the first random group of people they could"
"Lucas I don't think that anything that ever happens to us is random" Riley whispered from her seat on the floor. Why was he taking his frustrations out on her? She just wanted the best for him and wanted him to flourish.
"Lucas-" Riley was cut off by Lucas's irritated voice.
"Sometimes, you are just too much for me, Riley."
Riley let out a choked gasp and her eyes watered slightly. Lucas opened his mouth again, but words barely came out. He didn't mean to hurt Riley, his mouth was moving faster than his brain could think. Riley looked down at her feet and tried her firmest not to cry in front of everyone.
"Guys, can you just please calm down?" Zay said and placed his hand on Lucas's shoulder. "This isn't who we are."
"Zay?" Lucas questioned as Zay stood by Riley's side.
"Look Riley might be right; this has to be for a reason let's just give it a chance" Zay added.
"Preposterous" Smackle commented.
"Smackle" Farkle said gently and she turned to them.
"Dearest we can't possibly just stand here it's … not right, let's go explore it's our natural right" Smackle said.
"I for one agree with Smackle," Lucas said as he pointed to Smackle.
"Lucas! The flirting, keep it cool" Smackle said as Lucas rolled his eyes.
"Maya?" Riley questioned as the Blonde stood oddly quiet.
"Riley we aren't Kings anymore this is a new world for us to find ourselves," Maya said and she shoved her hands in her jean pocket.
"Yeah? Who are we?" And just like that Lucas and Smackle had walked away.
"Riles" Maya began, but instead, she closed her mouth and followed Lucas and Smackle up the stairs.
As Riley watched her friends walk away, Zay and Farkle joined Riley on the floor.
"Still want to be my friend?" She asked.
"Always," Farkle said as Riley leaned her head on his shoulder.
"Am I stupid Farkle?" Riley whispered.
"Riley you just see the good in everyone" Zay commented.
"I guess not enough," Riley said as she cried.
Farkle and Zay held her as she sobbed on the floor. Neither boy knew how to truly comfort the girl except with mews to reassure that everything will be ok. They knew that Lucas and Riley were two sides of the same coin they just both conveyed it differently. After they convinced Riley to leave "the hole" they took her home so she could rest.
After Corey and Topanga tried their best to get Riley to speak to them however she just played around with her dinner. Two bites and a request to go to her room was all she did that evening. A long shower and some homework later, Riley retreated to her thinking spot.
She sat at the bay window subdued with her knees to her chest. Riley understood why Maya went after Lucas and Smackle. That was who she was an adventurer, a rebel, and a wild child while Riley was down to earth, safe and saw the good in everyone. It was bound they would go their separate ways, but they would find their way back, they always did.
Riley could hear the soft rapt on her window and saw Maya seated on her fire escape. Riley leaned over and opened the window. Maya's face held a frown and she looked hesitant to come into the room.
"Hey Peaches," Riley said, her voice hoarse and patted the spot next to her.
Maya slowly crawled into the room and sat next to Riley. She wore her old leather jacket and had her hair in curls. She folded her hands into her lap and struggled to get the word out.
"Riles" Maya began as Riley pulled Maya into a hug.
"I'm sorry," Riley said as Maya placed a hand onto Riley's cheek.
"Riles don't be sorry, you were right and I should be apologizing to you. I should have never left you behind. I always follow you, I just wanted to rebel a little and I didn't realize I was leaving the best part of me behind" Maya said.
"It's ok Maya people drift, people change, sometimes they even make new friends"
"Well I would never want us to drift or change, you're stuck with me!"
"Promise?" Riley asked.
Maya stuck out her hand for Riley to grab.
"Thunder"
"Lightning"
"What about Smackle and Lucas?" Riley asked as Maya sighed.
"Smackle found bored of the football players and we stopped by Farkle's on the way here. I think they are doing some weird science experiment; I do not know I tuned them out after I heard microscope"
"Lucas?" Riley whispered.
"He is doing his own thing"
"That is fine, I am glad he is happy"
"Riley, give it some time," Maya said as Riley slowly nodded.
"Time is what he needs, that is ok with me then," Riley said and laid her head on Maya's shoulder.
Time was exactly what both Lucas and Riley needed. However, neither knew it was going to be three years of that time. Three years of not spending time with their friends as a group or having conversations. They wouldn't say another word to each other until that boiling moment.
I usually reblog these as a joke but like I got my overdue bill from the college I dropped out of in which I owed about $1000. Well I looked at the bill and some mysterious person or organization paid $200 and now my bill is at $800 and some odd dollars.
Writers, if you are 22+ (out of college) and blog about your writing/books please like this post or reboot to boost.
Please don’t take offense if you’re younger. I think it’s wonderful that everyone, regardless of age, is sharing their writing here. I just want to see if I can find people closer to my age. Thanks!
“Are you planning to follow a career in Magical Law, Miss Granger?” asked Scrimgeour.
“No, I’m not,” retorted Hermione. “I’m hoping to do some good in the world!”
