White Odyssey.

[Vedic]

When I was 13, due to family reasons, I was required to move to a new school. It broke my teenage heart. I had pushed myself beyond boundaries to ace the PSLE so as to make the cut for this school. Now, I am forced to move into a neighbourhood school.

However, little did I know that this switch will bring about a White Odyssey.

[silverstrike]

What is White Odyssey ???

[Vedic]

The mid-term examinations were two months away. I made the switch. New school, new environment, new teachers, and most importantly, new friends. I stood outside the staff room and waited for instructions. My form teacher came out and introduced himself. He identified which class I should report to that morning. I made my way to the parade square to join my new classmates. I got in line, placed my bag on the tar road, and began looking around. The atmosphere was completely different from my old school. I guess I got to acclimatize to this.

I looked down and as I inhaled a deep breathe and let out a sigh. A voice approached me..

Voice: Hello. Anyone..
Me: Sorry?
Voice: Is anyone standing next to you?

It was then I realised eight students had lined up behind me in pairs. I was asking myself did I smell that bad in the morning? I did remember my perfume though I was running late, as usual.

Me: I guess not.
Voice: May I?
Me: Please.
Voice: Thank you.

I turned back once again and looked at the guy directly standing behind me.

Guy: What?
Me: Hi.
Guy: ...

Awesome.

We are going to get along just fine.

I think.

[Vedic]

Originally Posted by silverstrike

What is White Odyssey ???

For the 'White' part, I will leave it to your imagination as the story unfolds.
Odyssey is journey.

[georgemagnum]

I had thought make out in a white odyssey ....
My bad .... Pls continue writing

[Vedic]

After the usual practice of singing the national anthem, the discipline mistress got hold of the microphone. She sent out a stern warning to those students who were hanging at the void deck of the housing estates nearby and causing a nuisance to the public and residents. She finally gave the green light to the teachers to dismiss the students back to their respective classrooms.

As I picked up my school bag, the same voice spoke to me again..

Voice: You must be new?

This is when I took notice of the girl who was standing beside me throughout the morning assembly.

She was beautiful. Really beautiful. Long, black and wavy hair which was well tied up. She had those sleepy eyes any guy will melt to just by looking into it.

Voice: So..
Me: Yea. It is my first day.
Voice: Right. I'm Ashley.
Me: Josh. Nice to meet you.
Voice: Wait till you meet the class.

It was our turn to walk to the classroom.

[Vedic]

Perfect.

My classroom was on the ground level and well placed to the canteen.

As my new classmates got to their seats, I stood by the door and waited for my form teacher. Those who walked by me either gave me "the stare" or ignored me altogether. This was an Express class by the way.

My eyes searched for Ashley. She was seated at the back row and was chatting away with another classmate. The guy was rather close to her. Naturally I though they were an item. Just then, my form teacher came into the.

Form Teacher: Children, please sit and keep quiet.
Form Teacher: Quiet now. We have a new student.
Form Teacher: Class, this is Josh. He will be joining us. Do guide him and be nice.

The class went into laughter. I was embarrassed. I don't know the reason.

Form Teacher: Josh, take your seat here. I'll arrange for your seat by end of the day.

Great. The front row. I hate this.

As I walked towards my table, I noticed Ashley looking at me. She smiled and mimicked the words 'It's okay' softly. I smiled back and got seated.

[Vedic]

The bell went. It was recess time. Some students headed to the canteen. Some went to play games. I went to the public phone to make a call to my mum. As I ended my call, Ashley walked past me counting the coins in her hand. I noticed she had bought foolscap paper from the book store.

Me: You should have checked your balance at the book store.
Ashley: Aunty does not short change.
Me: It could happen by mistake.

We walked to the canteen. The canteen was packed and really noisy. The queue at the Western, Muslim, and Chinese stalls were long.

Me: Enjoy your food.
Ashley: You not eating?
Me: It's really crowded. I hate crowded places.
Ashley: What? Wasn't your previous school like this?
Me: It is different.

One of our classmate came by and interrupted our conversation.

Classmate: Ash, your food is getting cold!
Ashley: Bobby, this is Josh.
Me: Hello.
Classmate: Yah. Ash, let's go.
Ashley: See you later.

I stood at the exact location for a few seconds while I kept my wallet. Bobby turned around to look at me. His eyes snapped at me.

[Vedic]

The school bell went off once again. This time the classroom atmosphere was so much more positive. It was time to go home. I made it. Day one.

I headed to the canteen and bought myself a drink. Soya bean. I decided to leave the school via the rear gate instead of the main entrance to avoid my classmates. I walked past the Technical block and football field. There were 20 students seated on the side of the walkway.

Voice: Oi, want to play football or not?

I turned to my left.

Me: Are you talking to me?
Voice: Eh, got anyone else meh?

I did not know what to say next.

Ashley: Cut it guys.

Ashley walked up to me. I did not realised she was among the students.

Ashley: Do you play sports?
Me: Yea.
Ashley: Join them. For a game.
Me: Another day. I have to be somewhere in an hour.
Ashley: I'll walk with you.
Me: Sure.

We walked out of the school and went to the bus-stop nearby.

Me: I'm walking home.
Ashley: Where do you live?

I told her where I was living and to my surprise, she was staying a couple of blocks away. I was really pleased.

Ashley: I usually take the bus, it is faster.
Me: No problem. I'll see you tomorrow?
Ashley: I'll walk with you.

I smiled.

[Vedic]

On our journey back home, we spoke so much.

Movies. Music. Food. Hobbies. Relationships.

Topics two 13 year old would properly engage in. It felt good speaking with her. She seemed honest and someone fun to be with. Her laugh. Innocent yet it draws you.

We reached her block.

Me: Are you both together?
Ashley: Huh?
Me: Bobby and you?
Ashley: No.
Me: Ok. He seems close to you.
Ashley. He likes me. I've spoken to him about it. So..
Me: So?
Ashley: He's not my type.
Me: I'll see you tomorrow.

Just as she stepped into the lift..

Ashley: Josh!
Me: Hmm?
Ashley: It was nice talking to you. You made me laugh.
Me: You're welcome?
Ashley: Haha. Silly boy. Bye!

The lift doors closed.

My heart doors opened.

I want this girl.

[Vedic]

Time flew by. It was hard for me to get close to Ashley. Bobby was always near to her. I managed to make small conversations in class at times and we did have recess together when Bobby was away.

It was Racial Harmony Day. I went to school in the traditional Malay attire which I've borrowed from my classmate. I sat in the canteen with a friend and was chatting away about the English Premier League results from the previous week. Suddenly I felt someone pressing gently on my shoulders..

Ashley: Boo!
Me: Ashley!
Ashley: Wow. You look good in blue!
Me: Nice Baju Kurung!
Ashley: Thanks!

Her hands smelt so nice. Her hair was let down and slightly wet. We walked to report for the morning assembly.

Me: I like you hair.
Ashley: What?! Haha.
Me: It is beautiful. Just like your eyes. You are beautiful.

Ashley went silent and we lined up with the rest of our class. Throughout the day we never spoke. However, we did make eye contact during recess. She was seated a few benches away from me. It lasted for about 10 seconds before she looked away.

It was time to head home and I was thinking I screwed up big time with Ashley. When I was packing my stuff, Ashley came by to my desk..

Ashley: Been a while since we walked home.
Me: Yea.
Ashley: Shall we?
Me: Love too.

As we stepped out of the classroom and made our way out of school there was complete silence. We did not utter a single word to each other till we reach her block. I felt I had to apologize to Ashley if what I said earlier in the day had offended her.

Me: I'm..
Ashley: What took you so long?
Me: Sorry.
Ashley: I know you like me.
Me: ...
Ashley: I like you Josh. You make me laugh. I feel carefree when I'm with you.
Me: I don't know what to say.
Ashley: Would you like to come up? No one is home. We can speak.
Me: Ok.

My heart was beating real fast.

[KimEmma]

I can sense that Ashley is trying to two time you both.

[BMW69]

Originally Posted by KimEmma

I can sense that Ashley is trying to two time you both.

At 13, cock is more important than love. Love at 13 probably doesn't last anyway. Let's see what TS has in store for us

[RedFrog]

Waiting for next installment.

[Vedic]

It has been a long time.
Will continue to write soon!