Chapter 3

The person standing there is Gray. He has a look of concern that even makes me worried. He takes the spot on my left while I look at the bench under my feet.

“So why the gloom look?” He asks while I turn to look at him

“Just got a lot on my mind papa Gray.” I answer to see him nod

“I can understand that Alex, but you need to figure out what it is you want in this life for you only have one.” He says while I nod

“I just don’t know what to do about Trina, Mina, and mom. I mean shit they want me back, but yet I feel I can’t trust them like they want me to.” I say to see him nod while looking towards the woods

“Alex forgiveness doesn’t come over a few days. It comes in time. I think you need to just focus on what you have to do to build that bridge again. Look Tessa and I want you happy. If that happiness takes time then so be it. Just focus on what it will take to achieve it. I know you want someone to love, hold, and wake up to, but that takes it’s sweet ass time.” He says while I chuckle

“Yep which I don’t see happening anytime soon.” I say to get a shrug

“Well just saying son. Your still young and there is plenty of women out there that will love to get their hands on you. I know a few in the club that do.” Papa Gray says while I laugh

“Yeah like Brandi and Desiree.” I say to get a laugh

“Yeah those two seem to what a thrill with you.” Papa Gray says but only if he knew

We sit there in silence just enjoying the morning air. I think of everything that has been said and done since Saturday. Then what happened last night then this morning. I just shake my head thinking why would my mom cross a line that should of never been crossed. I let out a sigh before standing up and jump off the bench. I turn to look at papa Gray.

“I think I need some time to myself.” I say to get a nod

“I understand son, but you better give Tessa and your little sisters a hug good bye.” He says while I smile

“Yeah I better or they will hunt me down.” I say to get a smirk

I head to my tent first to see it’s empty. Go in to get my socks and boots on. I put a shirt on then my shades. I start packing my clothes into my bag. I sling it out before rolling up the sleeping bag along with my cover. I pick it up then step out of the tent. I pick up my bag to make the few steps to my bike. I strap them down on the back. I then get on my bike to only ride it over to my godparent’s tent. I park it before getting off. Both girls run over to me being awake now. I pick them both up to get hugs. I walk over to mama Tessa to get a hug. “Gray told me honey. You do what you have to for we are just a phone call away. If you ever need to talk call us.” She says while I nod with a grin

“I will mama Tessa for you all are my family also.” I say seeing her smile

“Where you going bubby?” Lisa asks in a sad tone

“I am going to my apartment baby girl.” I say to see her sad

“You not coming home with us?” Lisa asks to get a no

“No honey, but you can always call when you want sweetheart.” I say to get a smile

“Ok bubby, I love you.” Lisa says to squeeze my neck tightly followed by Shelby

“I love you both also. Now be good little girls for your daddy and mommy.” I say to get smiles from Gray and Tessa

“We will bubby.” Lisa says while I hug them close to me

I hand the girls to Tessa before Gray comes over to had me something.

“What’s this?” I ask to see it’s a buoy knife

“Something I want you to have. My father gave me that when I was your age. So I am giving it to you.” He says while I am shocked

“Shouldn’t this go to your son?” I ask to get a shake of the head

“No that goes to you. If we have a son I’ll just give him a bike. Maybe a trike I have no clue.” He says to get laughs from us even his daughters

“Daddy funny.” Shelby says with a giggle

I look at the both of my little sisters.

“I left you both something in the garage back home.” I say to get two sets of little eyes

“What did you leave bubby?” Lisa asks while I shake my head

“Nope you both will have to wait for when you get home. Just be safe on them ok.” I say to get two little happy nods

“We will.” Lisa says before I look over at where my tent was to see Trina, Mina, and Mom looking inside to see I was not there

I give my godparents and the girls a hug. I break it only to take the steps to my bike. I grab my vest after placing the knife in my saddle bag. I hop on my bike to only start it. I see the girls start to cry while I feel the same, but hold mine back. I start my bike just to put the kickstand up. I put it in gear just to ride out to see my fellow bikers wave to me. I rev up before riding away making the dust rise from the ground. I notice Trina, Mina, and mom going to her SUV while I shake my head. I just look straight ahead to make my way out of here. I think of something I need from mom’s that won’t take just a few minutes to get. I made it to the main road to stop. I heard a horn behind me. I looked in my left side mirror to see Mom behind me. She was motioning for me to stop. I just shook my head before getting on the road. I increased the gas to pick my speed up shifting to each gear at the right time. I looked behind me to see mom was trying to keep up. I chuckled thinking she wouldn’t go over the speed limit like I was about to. I could see the two lane turn into two up ahead. I increased my speed to only get behind a truck. Once itgot to the four lane I revved up my bike to just pass the truck. Mom switched lanes after I was about a quarter of a mile ahead of her. I noticed a car ahead of me. I had to slow my mom down. I switched lanes passing the car to only switch back to make the car zig zag causing mom to slow down. I smirked leaving her behind.

Once I saw the off ramp I changed over quickly just to dodge a semi truck. The driver blew his horn while I flipped him off knowing he couldn’t turn quick enough to catch me. I knew mom wasn’t far behind. I almost slid which made me get back control. Once I got to my home town I made my way to what use to be home. I went down back streets and side streets that led home. I tried my best to lose my mother, Trina, and Mina. I was just not in the mood to hear their pleads and cries. I pulled onto a old familiar street. It wasn’t long before I pulled up in front of the old family home. I parked my bike putting the kick stand down turning my bike off. I got off to only make my way up to the house. I noticed no one was home which was good for I didn’t feel like kicking some ass meaning Russ and his boy wonder David. I hoped the locks weren’t changed and thank god they weren’t. Once the door was unlocked I made my way up to my old room. I noticed gifts on my bed that I just laughed at. I made my way over to the night stand grabbing the dust covered frame. I just shook my head knowing no one has been in here to clean. I looked at the picture with a smile.

“Hey dad how about I get you out of this hell hole that use to be our house.” I say before making my way out of the room

I ran down the hall then the stairs. Once down in the living room I noticed my mom pass by. I thought shit while I made my way to the front door. I locked it only to slam it. I was just about to start for my bike until mom’s voice stopped me.

“What is the big deal Alex? You could of been killed going so fast.” She says asking while I just shrug

“It’s not like you all would miss me.” I say to get hurt looks

“What does that suppose to mean? I thought we were actually starting to bond honey.” Mom asks while Trina and Mina follow her

“Yeah well looks can be deceiving.” I say to see wide eyes “Alex what was last night then?” Trina asks while I smirk

“That was me losing my virginity and getting my nuts off.” I say to see both of them look hurt which I didn’t give a shit

“Alex you need to stop acting tough, and quit being a asshole. Let us help you heal. We told you we are sorry what more do you want?’ Mom asks while I shake my head

“You think a few days is going to make us all be a happy family? Did you think that stunt you pulled this morning was going to bring us close ... hell no. I am still trying to figure out why a cheating bitch would suck her son off.” I say to see her eyes go wide

“What ... what did you say?” She asks while I smirk

“Oh yes I have known for two and a half years about you and Russ ... You really must of taught Trina the fine ways of sneaking on me. What was the title of the class ‘ How to cheat on a man 101’?” I say to see her tears start to fall while I made my way back to my bike before she could speak again. Once to my bike I stop, then turn to see them looking at me

“Where ... where are you going Alex?” Mina asks with a look of hope for some reason

“Well I am getting on my bike to go home ... to my real home not far from the only father figure I have ... Damien since I will be going to school there then the hell hole of a school here.” I say putting my dad’s picture in my left saddle bag before getting on my bike “ Ciao.”

I start up my bike to only rev it up. I put the kickstand up to only kick it in gear flipping them off while I ride away. I chuckle to myself know I had just outed my mother in front of another cheating bitch. I made my way for the way out of town to return to what was going to be my home until graduation. I knew all I said was hurtful, but then again I didn’t care for they are the ones that hurt me first. They say time heals all wounds yeah right maybe physical one’s, but then there are scars to tend to. I made it to my apartment about thirty minutes later. It was a two bedroom apartment. I wanted a two bedroom incase I had company. I knew one day I would, but not anytime soon. After parking my bike I made my way up after getting my stuff off my bike. I was on the bottom floor which was okay with me. Once in my apartment I drop everything in a chair before taking a seat on the couch. I put my feet up on the coffee table and relax. I close my eyes thinking this day started out like shit. I just hope it ended some what better. I felt myself doze off since I didn’t get much sleep thanks to Trina and Mina. As I fall asleep I only thought of one thing and that was school starting in another week.

The next week and a half went by with me either riding around enjoying the day or over at Uncle Damien’s to visit. He told me that mom called him that day I left to help get Russ out of the house. Seems Russ and David planned to rape mom and Trina until Mina took things in her own hands by using a pot and skillet to make them stop hurting the two. I didn’t know what to think about that. He told me that mom got a restraining order against Russ and David the next day. I just shrugged saying more power to her. Uncle Damien just looked at me worried. He asked if I was concerned. I told him no for she made her bed and she had to lay in it. I guess that didn’t go over so well for he told me he had to go see someone. I left thinking maybe he was upset with me, but I was going on what has fueled me my ... hurt. It maybe easy for him and the others to forgive, but not me. I had two years to figure things out to only come up with remembering the hurt that caused me to leave in the first place.

The first day of school finally arrived. I had gotten up early to make a nice breakfast. I ate with some excitement of what the day may bring. After I finished I cleaned the dishes before going to get ready. I put on my jeans then a muscle shirt. I hated anything on my arms except my leather jacket. Once dressed I grabbed my bag pack around 7:20 that Monday morning. I walked out of my apartment going to where my bike and car were parked. I stood in front of the two figuring out which one to take. I had a Sportster with chrome pipes while my car was a 1970 GTO Judge that my Uncle Damien restored. He told me it was the last gift that my dad really wanted me to have. It was orange with black faded flames going from the front to back. Uncle Damien put his dog tags on the rear view mirror so I would always have him close. He shocked me the first time I saw the car. On the hood up by the windshield he put ‘ Chad’s Spirit’. I asked why he put that on the car. All he told me was he felt my dad was with him every step of the way restoring the car, and plus my dad was always with me. I smiled knowing he was right. I decided to take my bike for the day. Hell I had to make a statement right? I went to my bike to only chuckle.

“Sorry dad I’ll take the car tomorrow.” I say out loud since no one was around

I put my bag behind the seat strapping it down. I got on putting my shades on thinking this will be one way to start my day. I started my bike before backing it out. Once backed out I put it in gear taking off. I knew making friends would be a new thing again for I left a few back in Alabama. The ride was nice for the high school was just a few blocks away.

After I parked and grabbed my bag I made my way to the front of the school. I looked around to see strangers that was now my classmates. I was about to the front doors when a few guys stopped me.

“Hey is that your bike you drove to school on.” I heard from behind me

I turned to see three tall guys standing there. They looked to be jocks.

“Actually its rode to school, but yes it’s mine.” I answer to see his friends chuckle

“What are you a smartass biker?” The first one asks

“Well yeah have to be nowadays.” I say to get shook heads

“Yep he is a smartass.” The one on the right says

“What is that going to be a problem?” I ask to see them all smile

“Not really man. Look I’m Jasper this dark skinned wannabe pop singer is Deejay while on my left is Brett. We’re on the football team. I am the quarterback of the team.” Jasper says while we all shake hands

“I’m Alex.” I say to get nods

“So I take it your new here?” Brett asks to get a nod

“Yes actually, but use to live in Monett.” I say to get worried eyes

“Ok um your not here spying on us are you?” Deejay asks to get a nod

“Hell no why do you ask that?” I ask seeing concerned looks

“Well we have had trouble winning our games. It’s like we get good game plans to only have them used on us.” Jasper says while I shake my head

“Well I can assure you I am no spy. I just want to get good grades and graduate. My godfather wants me to help run the family business.” I say to get nods

“I hear that, so got a question for you. Have you thought of joining the team?” Jasper asks while I raise a eye brow

“Um am I a little to short?” I ask to get chuckles

“No that cliche about ball players being tall and strong is so wrong. Plus you look like you could run fast and tackle hard.” Jasper says while I flex my muscle’s

“Yeah I have tackled a few in the past year and a half.” I say to get concerns

“Oh you played before?” Brett asks to get a no

“No more of a biker thing. Some one messed with my family I would be the one to take out the trash.” I say to get wide eyes

“Damn so you know how to fight?” Deejay asks to get a nod

“Yep, but only if I have to.” I say to get nods

“Well I hope if I need help you got my back.” Jasper says while I look in his eyes

“Well I hope the same man.” I say to get a respectable nod

“How about you try for the team? The coach is going to have try outs after school today.” Jasper asks while I think about it

“Sure why not I have nothing going on. It might be fun, but how do you know we haven’t entered the school yet?” I ask answering to get laughs

“That’s because his dad is the coach.” Brett says while I see Deejay grin with a nod

“Ok that would explain that. Yeah I will be there.” I say while Jasper extends his hand again while I accept

“Yep, so see you at lunch.” Jasper says while Deejay, Brett, and him walk away after releasing my hand

I stand there thinking of what just happened. Did the quarterback of the high school football team just ask me to try out? I smirk thinking maybe this will be a pretty good year. I turn to continue my way into the school. I make my way to the office only to get my schedule and locker number. I smile seeing I had the classes I wanted. Seems my old teachers put in a word for me. I make my way to my first class of the day. I had to ask a few for directions which was normal for a new kid. Once in class I found a seat in the back of the class. I looked around to get a sense that things could be just fine.

My first three classes went pretty well. The teachers seemed cool to some extent. I went to my locker dropping off my books before heading to the cafeteria. Once there I got some food which looked good. I held my tray looking for a place to sit. I looked to see Jasper motioning me over. So I made my way over. I noticed he was Brett and Deejay were with him along with a few girls. Once over two of the girls made a spot for me which put me across from Jasper.

“Hey Alex join us.” Jasper says while I take a seat

“Ladies this is Alex. He is new here.” Brett says getting the girls to smile

“Nice to meet you Alex. I’m Brenda, The one on your right is Clara while the one on the left is DeeDee.” Brenda says from sitting on Jasper’s right

I greeted each one with a hand shake and smile. They did the same in return before Clara spoke up.

“So what do you think of the school so far?” She asks while I grin

“It’s not bad although different from the school I went to in Alabama.” I say getting nods

“Yeah I can imagine hun. So Brett was saying your a smartass biker?” DeeDee asks getting laughs

“Yep and proud of it.” I say to get laughs in return

“Nothing wrong with that especially at this school. I um notice you have tattoos. Thought you had to be twenty one to get tattoos?” DeeDee tells me asking

“Nope eighteen you can, but a family friend put these on. Took him about a month.” I say to get nods

“Well I have to say they look sexy.” Clara says while the others laugh

“Clara your not trying to cheat on me are you?” Brett asks to get a giggle

“No baby just giving him a compliment.” She says turning to look at Brett who was on her right

“Just kidding Clara you know that.” Brett says while Clara cuddles up to him

“You’ll get use to that Alex. They like to kid around about their relationship.” Brenda says while I just shake my head grinning

“Well just don’t let anyone come between you. I found out the hard way.” I say taking a bite of my lunch

“Alex we are very tight. Been friends for years.” Deejay says while I think of how my friends and I were once

“Well guys I had good friends once until a total asshole stepped in. Now the only friends I have ride bikes.” I say to get concerned looks

“Awww, well I hope we can be your friends Alex. Maybe they weren’t meant to be friends.” Brenda says while I nod

“Thanks, I do have two that go to Monett, but the other four well could kiss my ass.” I say to get laughs

“I understand that. So what class do you have next?” Jasper asks while I smirk

“English with a Ms. Weatherby.” I say to get laughs

“Oh shit you have Ms. Dyke more like it.” Jasper says getting a playful slap from Brenda on his arm

“That was mean.” Brenda says while he shakes his head

“No it’s the truth and you know it.” He says to get a nod

“Yes.” Brenda says with a smile

“Ms. Dyke?” I ask to get nods

“She stares at girls with those eyes that say she wants pussy. She dresses like a slut in heat.” Clara says while the others nod

“Wow that bad? For I know a few that love girls and are just loving.” I say to get some nods

“Yes and they probably have better morals then Ms. Weatherby.” DeeDee says while I nod

“Oh they do for two that I am close too are protective of me. They will hurt any woman that treats me wrong.” I say to get worried looks

“So um if we treat you wrong they will come and kick our asses?” Brenda asks to get a shrug

“Probably if they find out, but what I have seen you all are nice and willing to be friends with me.” I say to get nods

“True, so you still going to try out for the team?” Jasper says asking while I nod

“Yep I told you I would man sheesh chill out.” I say to get a grin from Jasper

We all talk for the rest of lunch as they get to know me as I them. Once lunch is over I make my way to english class. Once in I see the teacher. She looks to be 37, 5’9, 145 lbs curvy, with long brown hair and brown eyes. I have to admit she did dress sort of slutty for a teacher. I went made my way to the back of the room getting a desk by a window. I keep my shades on so no one can see my eyes. Once the class gets full except for a empty desk in front and beside me. Ms. Weatherby starts to speak from the front of her desk.

“I am Ms. Weatherby your teacher. I will be teaching you the finer points of english.” She says while I see her eyes roam the room

Once she looks at me I see her show a small smile.

Denise’s POV:

My name is Denise Weatherby. I have been a teacher since I graduated after college. I got married and had two kids. Although through the years my husband became rough and controlling to a extent that I left him taking my daughter. I could not take my son for he was too much like his father. So I took back my madien name after the divorce. So I have been teaching and raising her to the best ability I could. I dress a bit contraversal in blouses and skirts. I have a complex that caused me to dress the way I do. Back in college I was a strong young woman, but now not so much.

I am standing here looking at my students. I notice one that reminds me of someone from my younger days. I take attendance to even find his last nae is familiar. I look over at him again. His hair looked the same as my two old friends. I can’t see his eyes for they are covered. I want to tell him to remove the sunglasses, but they and to the mystery. Once attendance is over that is when I start teaching my class my lesson of the day. While I speak I notice he is taking down notes. I guess he is a smart young man. I want to know him better, but know that would cause trouble. I am so lost in my thoughts that I am having trouble focusing. Before I know it class is over. I take a seat in my chair to watch my students leave. Once Alex gets up and makes his way to the door. I can’t help to look at his body. He looks so fit for his height. His ass is so sexy that I feel myself getting hot and bothered. I don’t know what to think. once he is gone I look at his name and wonder. “Oh Chad I wish you were here to fuck me again like old times.” I say a bit out loud missing the only man that showed me love like my ex couldn’t

It was the end of the school day that I find myself on the field. Coach Harris wanted to see what us ‘ boys’ that were trying out had to benefit the team. I have ran catching the throws that Jasper has thrown in my direction. I have tackle a few of the best on the team that they have had the wind knocked out of them. By the end of the second hour Coach Harris has us all stop. He looks at his clip board talking to the few assistant coaches. He tells the few what spots they have before he gets to me.

“Cartwright I want to talk to you and Jasper alone.” He says shocking Jasper and I

He starts for the bleachers while Jasper and I follow. Once there he has us sit before he speaks up again.

“Cartwright I have never seen a player do both offense and defense. So with that said I want to make you do both.” He says again shocking us both

“Coach you sure about this?” I ask to get a nod

“Yes I am son for your fast and strong, and I need a player that is both. Look I know who you are. I know your uncle.” He says surprising me

“Wait you know Uncle Damien?” I ask to get a grin and nod

“Yep, your uncle is a old friend of mine. So was your dad. How is that egg head?” He asks as I sigh

“Um sir my dad well he is dead.” I say seeing his eyes go wide before they show sadness

“I ... I am sorry for I didn’t know. Damn when did this happen?” He asks while I take a deep breathe

“Two and a half years ago. Him and I were in a car wreck. He died in the wreck while I survived damaging my legs. It took over a year for them to get back to the way they were.” I say to see a nod

“I feel for your loss. I guess I need to get after Damien for not telling me. Well enough of that. So you up for being my secret weapon?” He says asking while I turn to see Jasper looking at me with determination

“Do it man for we need some luck, and besides we can work on everything to make you a great player.” My new friend says while I think on it

“Oh hell why not, and besides I might be able to scare some on the other team.” I say getting curious looks

“Oh you know a few?” Coach Harris asks while I nod

“Yeah I do, and don’t take this wrong, but I want to show them I am back in a way they remember.” I say to see concern

“Ok but keep your head in the game. I don’t need a vigilanty ball player.” He says while I nod

“Oh I will don’t worry Coach Harris.” I say to see a smile

“Good now go shower for we begin tomorrow after school.” He says while Jasper and I nod

“I so can’t wait to see what you can do Alex to get us a win.” Jasper says while I nod

“Oh I will do my best no matter what.” I say before Jasper and I head for the locker room

After I got home from try outs I started to relax on the couch watching some t.v. around 5:30 that evening. I thought of how my first day went. I made some new friends, got weird out by my english teacher constantly staring at me, made the football team. I thought not a bad day. I think it was a good start for my last year of school. I thought of making a few phone calls but was to tired to talk. So I just lounged around the living to think of what tomorrow may bring.

It’s the second day of school that I am sitting in home room just getting ready for the day. I just listen to what my fellow classmates are saying when Mrs. Hart speaks up.

“Ok class we have two new students joining our class. Please welcome Trina Maxwell and Mina Chou.” She says shocking me

I look at the head of the class to see both Trina and Mina standing there looking at me. I lower my head shaking it back and forth. Out of all the high schools why did they have to come to the one I was attending. Shit why couldn’t they have just stayed at the one they lived closer to. Mrs. Hart tells them to take a seat. I look up to only see the one desk in front of me and to my right. I curse my luck as Trina takes the one on my right while Mina takes the one in front of me. I let out a fustrated sigh. I look to see Mina looking back at me while Trina is doing the same. It’s at that moment that Mrs. Hart starts discussing a summary of yesterday while I try to think I should of stayed home for the day. How could they come here what were they thinking. I was just thankful they were paying attention to the teacher for I felt a hole was drilled into my head from them staring at me. I try to get myself in check before taking my own notes for the moment.

The rest of my morning was no better for Mina was in my 2nd class then Trina was in my 3rd. I just couldn’t win for nothing. It was like they were in their own way stalking me. I just wanted to get on my bike and leave. I thought of finding that evil leprechaun and ask him to wish them to forget who I was. I mean hell did they not get the hint that day I left my mothers. I figured since I was not attending Monett High School they would get the hint I wanted nothing to do with them. I was glad it was lunch for I was able to spend time with my new friends. I just needed to relax for once today. Once in the cafeteria I noticed Jasper and the guys at the table from yesterday. I went over to see if I could join them. Of course I didn’t have to ask for Clara and DeeDee were kind to make a place for me.

“You look rough man. What’s wrong Alex?” Brett asks after I take my seat

I look at everyone seeing concern before I hear two familiar voices.

“Alex can we talk?” I hear Trina say before Mina joins in

“Please baby can we speak with you alone?” She pleads making me annoyed

I notice my friends looking behind me while I let out a sigh. I turn in my seat to see them both standing there. Both have those pleading eyes that just fustrate me.

“Wow you two really must not of gotten the hint when I left my mothers that day. I don’t want none of you around me. Why did you come to school here anyway?” I say asking to see their eyes show hurt

“Alex you don’t mean that. Don’t you love us any more?” Mina says asking while Trina speaks up

“And we transferred to be with you and around you. We love you Alex.” Trina says which makes me shake my head lowered

“Alex who are these two?” I hear Brenda ask from behind me

I turn to look at Brenda and Jasper.

“Remember what I told you about those that were my friends?” I ask to get nods before adding on “ Well they are two of those friends. The one on the right is Trina the other is Mina. Trina is the one that um...”