The Alpha Chose Me novel Chapter 24

My morning had went by fast. I was sitting in maths waiting for the bell to ring. It was lunch next and I couldn't wait to stuff my face. Alanna wasn't in chemistry and I was worried she had went home.

The bell rung and I made my way to the lunch hall. I could see Lacey but not Alanna. Wait was that Jack? Why was he here? Lifting a tray I picked up some chicken and a green leaf salad. I still had some water and snacks in my bag. Making my way to their table I smiled as Ryan winked at me. He was sat with his football friends.

"Hey". I smiled taking a seat.

"Hi how has your morning been?". Lacey grinned. Jack had his arm slung over her shoulder. I was confused as to why he was here. He didn't attend school anymore.

"It's been okay. I didn't see Alanna in chemistry, is she sick?". I hope she wasn't away home because of Kane.

"Family business. She did say she'd be back for lunch but I guess not". Shrugging her shoulders she began to eat her lunch. "Can I ask you something?". She whispered leaning closer.

"Lacey". Jack warned.

"I want to know". She whined.

"Know what?". I asked noticing the table had went silent.

"Lacey don't you dare". Jack hissed but I was intrigued to know what she wanted to ask.

"She's not". A girl piped up from the end of the table. I remember her from the night out we went on. Jessica I'm sure her name was. "I mean she's not his type". She smirked.

"I wish she was". Holly sighed. "She'd be good for him and I bet he wouldn't be such a dick with her by his side".

"Holly". Jessica snapped. "Shut up".

"Are you talking about Jake?". I asked.

"Yes". Lacey grinned. "Are you dating?".

What?

"No". I laughed. Lacey's grin fell into a frown. Awkward. "I'm not dating anyone and I plan on keeping it that way until I graduate".

"See I told you she wasn't his type". Jessica giggled.

"Whatever". I mumbled. The chatter at the table began to pick up again. I'm glad I was living rent free in that girls head.

What was so special about Jake that every girl wanted a piece of him.

Eating the rest of my lunch I could feel her staring at me. She surely couldn't be annoyed because I wasn't dating Jake.

"Lacey". I sighed.

"He's a good one Leah and you would be good for him".

Why did they think I would be good for him? They didn't know me that well.

"Maybe". I shrugged just as the bell went signalling lunch was over. As I was emptying my tray the noise around me seemed to simmer. Turning around my eyes fell back on our table. Alanna had arrived, she seemed deep in conversation with Jack.

Both their eyes fell on me.

Something was wrong I could feel it but it was none of my business. Putting my tray away I about turned and started to leave. I had English and I couldn't be late. I didn't need to give Mr Gallagher another reason to hate me.

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I didn't get the chance to speak with Abby, she didn't turn up to English. This is the only class I have with her so I wondered if she had maybe went home sick. Mr Gallagher didn't say much to me. I explained I had typed my work up and that it would be handed in on time. English was a breeze.

School was nearly finished and I couldn't wait to go home and nap. I wasn't feeling great, I had the worse gut feeling ever. Maybe I could reschedule with Ryan I'm sure he would understand.

My gran had texted me to make sure I would be home after school. She really wanted me to meet George. As the bell went signalling school was over I put my books in my bag and slung it over my shoulder.

Ryan was waiting for me outside my class. "You're going to hate me Leah. I have to cancel, coach is bursting my balls about the game next Friday. I'm so sorry".

"It's okay I'm not really feeling good anyway". I smiled. "We can reschedule next week".

"If I can't do tomorrow I'm free Saturday if that suits you?".

"I'll double check with my gran incase she has anything planned but I'll let you know".

"Sorry again Leah. I'll see you tomorrow I have to get back". As he ran back inside I realised I didn't have a lift home from school.

"Great". I sighed just what I needed and to make it worse it started to rain. Buttoning my jacket up I pulled the hood over my head. The parking lot wasn't empty yet so there may still be someone here that'll give me a lift. Walking closer to the exit of the school grounds the rain started to become heavier.

"Cool". Opening the fridge I grabbed a bottle of coke and made my way up to my room. I would have to ask her later where she moved the roses too. After showering and slipping into some fresh pjs I set up my laptop hoping to finish my English work.

Today had been a weird day. I still had the worst gut feeling and I couldn't shake it off. Turning on my tv I settled on the music channels for some back ground noise.

Checking my phone I forgot that I had receive a message when I got home.

'Do you want to go for a milkshake tonight?Ax'

I thought she had family business to deal with. I could always go out after dinner for a little while. Besides I needed to find out if I had a job or not. Jake hadn't mentioned anything else.

'Sure after dinner?'

After sending the message I started to get ready. Pulling on a pair of jeans and a T-shirt I shoved my feet into my UGG boots. Untying my hair I brushed it out before putting it back up into a messy bun.

'Or we could just get food when we're out?Ax'

There was no way I was getting out of this dinner. Not when she had waited so long to introduce me to George. I suppose I could always try.

'Don't know if she'll let me skip tonight. I'm meeting her male friend'

Lifting my glasses I put them on. I had never been one for contacts because I didn't need to wear them all the time but recently my eyes had been sore more often that usual.

Gathering my things I dumbed them in my bag making sure I remember cash. Raiding my closet I took of my parka and slipped it on. It was the weather for it.

Now all I needed to do was convince my gran to let me go. I know tonight was kind of special for her but I didn't need to know George. As long as he made her happy and he was good to her then that's all that mattered.

"Leah sweetheart dinner-..oh you're there. Why are you dressed like you're going out?". She frowned.

"Alanna asked me to go for a milkshake. Can I go?". I asked. I didn't want her to give me the disappointed look. If she really wanted me to stay then I would.

"Of course you can Leah. You don't need to ask you're eighteen but just remember to be home for 11 you've still got school tomorrow".

"Thanks gran". Kissing her cheek I made my way out the front door. Texting Alanna I slowly started to walk towards her house. One thing I loved about this street was how quiet it was. Reaching Alanna's I texted her letting her know I was outside. I wondered if Lacey would be coming too. Hearing the laughter I turned around. Jack and a few other guys I didn't know were walking out from the wooded area that surrounded Jakes house.

All shirtless. I don't know how they do it. I was dressed for the winter and still freezing.