The longboard came to a halt in front of the steps of the school library, the rider then scooped it up under her arm and raced up the steps.
“Good morning, Lexa. I hope you had a safe ride.” The Librarian said upon Lexa entering the building.
“No worries Mrs. Kerrington. It's always an uneventful ride this early in the morning, and thanks again for letting me keep my board here.” Lexa said placing her longboard behind the library clerk's desk.
“You keep me company in the mornings. So, it's the least I can do.”
“It’s my pleasure Mrs. Kerrington. I'll be in my usual spot.” Lexa said over her shoulder as she made her way to the back of the library.
“Have a good read, dear.” ---------------------------------------------------
The school bell rang and the halls lined with red lockers began to flood with students that were eager for the much-needed break for lunch. Clarke walked down the hall, laughing as her best friend, Wells, was telling her about how crazy his human bio teacher was for chasing an ant around the whiteboard during lecture. They rounded the corner that lead in the direction of the cafeteria, when Clarke suddenly bumps into someone and is caught by Wells to keep from falling. The thud of books hitting the ground and a tiny ‘oof’ sound had Clarke furrowing her brows wondering who she had hit. Looking down she saw a mess of chestnut waves that covered part of the girl’s face, making it hard for Clarke to see who it was. The girl had light tanned skin, wore a black t-shirt covered by a red plaid long sleeve, and skinny jeans with ripped knees. Blinking her eyes to stop herself from staring, Clarke quickly kneeled down to help pick up all the books.
“Oh my god, I'm so sorry.” Clarke said stacking the books she picked up on top of each other.
“It’s not your fault, I shouldn't have been carrying all these books to the point of not being able to see…and--” the girl said frantically, looking up to see who she had run into and seemingly forgot how to speak. Clarke the most popular girl in school and cheerleading captain was kneeling down in front of her, in all her blonde gorgeous glory.
Fuck. The girl thought to herself.
“Why are you carrying so many books?” Clarke asked looking at the stack they had created unaware of the girl's state of shock. After not getting a reply Clarke looks over and locks onto the most vibrant green eyes she's ever seen and her heart flutters slightly.
With both girls lost in each other, Wells clears his throat and bends downs with an amused smile.
“Girls, as entertaining as this little run in has been…I'm getting kind of hungry.” Both girls blush, looking away from each other and the green-eyed girl goes to pick up her books.
“Oh. Let me help you.” Clarke said reaching for the stack as well. Her fingertips lightly brushing against the girl's hand as she takes half of the stack into her arms and the girl blushes again, nodding her head.
“Want me to get those?” Wells asked extending his arms out to Clarke.
“No, it's okay I got it. Let me just walk her to where she needs to go and I'll meet you back at the usual spot.” Wells nods and waves goodbye to them. She then turns her attention to the green-eyed girl and smiles. “Lead the way.”
Fuck, her smile is amazing. The girl thought, swallowing to try and quench her suddenly dry throat. She then turned and started down the hall with Clarke walking beside her.
“So, you never did answer my question.” Clarke glanced at the girl beside her. “Why so many books?”
“I like to read.” The girl shrugged.
“You've read all these books?” Clarke glanced down at the stack she was carrying with a raised eyebrow.
“Woah.” Clarke said astonished. As they approach the library, a student exiting holds the door open for them and they say their thanks, making their way inside. The library was fairly large, with several bookcases lined up towards the walls and desks used to study in the middle. After a few steps inside they placed the stack of books at the drop off counter.
“Thanks for… Um... All your help.” The girl said shyly not quite being able to look Clarke in the eyes.
“You’re welcome…” Clarke tilted her head with a questioning expression.
“I Know.” Lexa said tucking some hair behind her ear. “Everyone knows who the cheer captain is…” Lexa then spots Mrs. Kerrington from over Clarke's shoulder, making adoring faces at the two of them talking and Lexa's eyes go wide as she waves her off. Clarke turns to see who Lexa was waving at, but Mrs. Kerrington went back to checking out books. Clarke then turns back to Lexa who has the most innocent face and Clarke can feel a smile tugging at her lips.
“Well I'll see you around, Lexa.” Clarke winks and turns heading out the door.
“Yeah… see ya around…” Lexa mumbled softly as she watched Clarke’s retreating form. With Clarke gone Mrs. Kerrington gave Lexa a thumb up, and Lexa narrowed her eyes shaking her head at her.
*A short revised snippet of a story I seriously need to update on AO3 😋*
