As Tony left for work, I chuckled to myself because I still didn't know where he worked. All he'd told me was that he was in training in a store in the mall right by his apartment. Actually, our school was very close as well, which was very convenient for him because he didn't have a car. I then decided I'd drive him to school.

I'm just a would've been, could've been' should've been, never was and never ev- the song was abruptly cut off when I answered my phone, "Hellooo?" I said with mocking curiosity, as my phone had already informed me that it was Kellin who was calling me.

"Hey I'm at Starbucks with a couple friends, and Mel's here too! Come hang with us prrrrettyyyy pleassse?" Kellin begged in his high-pitched girly voice he always did when he wanted something.

"Ugh, alright KellyBear let me get ready and I'll be right down."

"Awesome," He said, returning to his normal octave, "See you soon, Smurfy!" I chuckled to myself as the line went dead. I quickly got dressed, redid my makeup and just let my hair fall down in lose waves. Once I was satisfied with my appearance, I got left the apartment and got into my Jeep (Which I put gas in after leaving the hospital) because I was too lazy to walk to the mall that I could literally see from my car getting in. Oh well, I thought, a few minutes of laziness never killed anyone. And if we're there long enough maybe I could drive Tony home... I pushed these thoughts from my head as the minute-long car-ride came to an end and I began walking happily into the mall to Starbucks to meet up with my friends.

"Hey Vicky-poo!" I said as I ran up to Vic. For the misfits of the school, we were a relatively large group. It was Mel, KellyBear, Vicky-poo, Mike the Wiskey Prince, Hime-Time and me. Plus we were all super close. Mel and Jaime were kind of together, but they were both too shy to make it official.

"Hey Smurfy!" Vic said with a grin as he walked up and wrapped his arms gently around my waist. He had a small crush on me, but it was nothing major. However, he did these things like coming to meet me at the front door away from everyone to walk with me to Starbucks. "So... Mel huh... told me you got kicked out and that you're living with some guy now? Why didn't you call me? Mike and I could've helped you out, I mean-"

"Vic, it's really not like that. Besisdes, you and Mike live with your parents. And this Tony guy is really cool. Don't worry. Hey, do you mind if we stop by Hot Topic quick? I left my ID badge there yesterday."

"No problem." Vic said, flashing me a sad smile. As we walked into Hot Topic (At about 9:15) I was on my phone, not really paying attention.

"Trish, have you seen my ID badge?" I said, still obliviously looking at the screen of my phone walking up to the counter. "I think I left it here yesterday, so I thought I'd stop by and check?"

"You didn't tell me you work here." I heard a familiar voice say. I look up to see Tony holding my badge with a huge grin on his face. "Starbucks with the boo while your roommates at work?" He said with a wink, as he leaned on the counter.

"No! Not like that dude we're meeting up with a group." Vic sounded so nervous, but I had no idea why.

"Nah, don't worry about it, man. I just like to tease Ali." Tony said, continuing to grin. "Hey, uhh... I'll be off in about 45 minutes, if you're still here I'll walk you home. Don't argue, this is a kinda seedy area."

"I drove actually, but, yeah we'll still be here. I'll drive you home." I said, suppressing the huge grin begging to take over my expression.

"If you insist." He said, grinning bigger than before. "Hey, I better get back to work, meet me here at ten?"

"Sure." I said with a big smile. "I'll see ya then." I smiled, gave a little wave, as I turned and walked away, Vic close behind me.

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**Tony's POV**

I only saw her for a moment, but once she assured me that the guy she was with was just a friend, it was a perfect moment. He stood very awkwardly as I flirted with her though, so he might like her. But I want her to me mine! I thought pathetically.

Notes

hope u guyz like this!!! and im so sry that its chapt 8 and still the same day just now it's nighttime. and so ur not confused, its a friday night. i promise it'll start to go faster. i hope u luvz it!!!!

ilysm!

{Title Credit: Pierce The Veil}