MELODY HIGH SCHOOL - CHAPTER 38&39
Daisy tried to pull her hand away from Ricky’s grasp
“Ricky, let go of my hand.
Ricky raised his voice, . “Why should I let go? So he can have you?”
Daisy’s eyes widened in disbelief. Darren, immediately interrupt
“Hey, you shouldn’t be yelling at her that way. Don’t you have respect for girls?”
Ricky shot Darren a heated glare. “Oh, you shut up! I’m talking to my—”
“You’re talking to your what?” Daisy interrupted.
“You’re nothing to me, Ricky. Now let go of me.”
Ricky refused to relent. “I won’t let go until you talk to me, Daisy.”
Darren tried to reason with him. “Man, you’re just creating a scene. I don’t understand you.”
Meanwhile, Sage turned to Barbie. “Barbs, why are you so calm? Go tell Ricky to leave our Daisy alone.”
Barbie replied with confidence, “Don’t worry, Sage. Daisy can handle this. Trust me.”
Ricky’s glared at Darren then said
“I’ll ask you again, Darren—or wh@??ver your name is—who are you?”
Darren’s smirk grew colder, his entire demeanor shifting from the charming and handsome guy he’d appeared to be earlier. His face took on a steely, yet still undeniably attractive, expression. “I’ve already told you, Ricky. Let go of her hand.” His voice was low and calm. “I’m her husband.”
The entire class gasped, shocked by Darren’s revelation. Summer entered the classroom and made her way to Ricky’s side.
“Ricky, what are you doing?” she asked, her presence momentarily distracting him.
“Uh, uhmm, I……what do you mean what am I doing.” Ricky stammered
Seizing the opportunity, Darren swiftly pulled Daisy away from Ricky, freeing her from his grasp. Daisy, now by Darren’s side, rubbed her wrist where Ricky had held her, her eyes darting between the two boys.
Daisy, finally finding her voice, confronted Ricky. “What makes you think you can grab me like that?”
“Why are you like this, huh? Is it because of him?” He gestured towards Darren. “I must say, you change your mind real quick, Daisy. You like him now, huh?” Ricky said
Elisa watched the scene with a smirk
Darren muttered, “What the hell?”
Daisy, on the verge of tears, mustered all her courage. “You know what? f-__-k you, Ricky. And yes, he is my husband.” She glared at him, her voice filled with conviction. “At least he’s not a confused bastard.” With that, Daisy turned on her heel and stormed out of the classroom.
Darren, seeing Daisy’s distress, immediately ran after her.
Summer, still trying to process the situation, looked at Ricky with concern. “Are you okay?”
Suddenly, Barbie marched up to Ricky and, without hesitation, slapped him across the face. Summer gasped, “Barbie!”
Barbie shot back, “Oh, shut up, fool.” Turning her attention to Ricky, she continued, “You’re a f-__-king piece of bullshit, trust me. You will regret this.”
“I’m sorry, Barbie. I didn’t mean to say that to Daisy. I was just jealous.” Ricky muttered
Barbie scoffed, unimpressed by his apology. “Jealous, huh? Why are you jealous? Just let her be. You made her think you liked her, then kissed this piece of $h|t Summer girl. Now that she’s trying her best to get over you, you’re making things worse. Trust me, with this attitude, you’re no different from your stepbrother.”
Summer, offended by Barbie’s words, retorted, “You know, you don’t have the right to say this to him.
Barbie shot her a cold glare. “Oh, look, it’s the ugly Cinderella trying to teach me manners.
Barbie then muttered, “You’re not free yet. I’ll make you pay for every tear she shed last night.
Summer snapped, “Oh, look, it’s the mommy trying to support her crybaby daughter.
Without hesitation, Barbie slapped Summer, causing her to reel back in shock. Summer tried to slap her back, but Barbie quickly delivered two more slaps, leaving Summer stunned and red-faced.
Barbie glared at Summer. “Don’t you dare, okay? Don’t you dare try this $h|t with me again.” She turned to Ricky, her eyes still blazing. “And Ricky, stay away from Daisy.
With a final, icy look at both of them, Barbie walked out of the classroom.
Summer tentatively reached out to touch Ricky’s shoulder, but he quickly pulled away, glaring at her.
“Don’t you f-__-king touch me.
Summer flinched and stood helplessly as Ricky walked out of the classroom.
Elisa, ever the opportunist, approached Summer with mock concern. “Oh no, is Cinderella hurt, huh?”
Summer hissed loudly and stormed out of the classroom.
“?îtçh. Elisa muttered and smirked.
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Daisy, tears streaming down her face, hurriedly walked towards Mrs. Anita’s office. Darren, determined to catch up with her, finally reached her side.
“I’ve been calling you,” Darren said, slightly out of breath. “You didn’t answer me.
Daisy, sniffling, turned to face him. “Why…why are you following me?” she asked, her voice trembling. “Do I look like a girl who’ll fall for your charms?
Darren couldn’t help but smirk at her response. “Wow, you haven’t changed one bit. Still as arrogant as ever.”
Daisy wiped her tears, trying to compose herself. “Huh?” she scoffed. “What are you mumbling about, you flirt?
“You don’t remember me?” Darren asked, a hint of disbelief in his voice. “But you called me your husband. Don’t you remember me, ‘D’?
Daisy’s eyes widened in surprise, but she quickly regained her composure. “I still don’t understand what you’re saying,” she snapped. “Are you looking for attention? Get it somewhere else. I don’t want to talk to you.
Darren raised an eyebrow, his smirk fading slightly. “Are you playing a prank right now, or do you really not remember me?”
Daisy grew more agitated. “Look, I’m not interested in you. Are you trying to gain my attention?
“What has that guy done to you?” Darren asked. “You told me you liked bad boys, right?
Daisy’s eyes narrowed, in confusion “What are you saying, weirdo? I don’t know you, okay? Stay away, or I might cut that little thing you have down there.
Darren chuckled, seemingly unfazed by her thr_@t. “You’re welcome.”
“What?” Daisy asked. “What are you saying?
Darren’s expression softened. “You stopped crying, ‘D.’ Should we do something else that will distract you from those thoughts?
Daisy instinctively held her chest, alarmed by his suggestive remark. “What are you talking about, huh?” she stammered. “Stay…stay away. I’m not that kind of girl.
Darren laughed “Ahh, you haven’t changed one bit, ‘D.'”
Daisy glared at him, her anger reaching its peak. “Stay away.
Darren held up his hands in mock surrender. “Don’t worry, I’m not into a girl like you. Your B-__-bs are way too small.
Daisy’s eyes widened in shock as she processed Darren’s words. Who the f-__-k is this guy? she thought. No one has ever spoken to me like this before. Everyone always appreciates my beauty. Is he calling me average?
Darren smirked and said, “You’re below average, ‘D.'”
Daisy’s thoughts raced. What the f-__-k? Can he hear my thoughts?
Darren rolled his eyes and said, “You think out loud, ‘D.’ Why don’t you picture me and you on the—
“I don’t want to hear it, weirdo!” Daisy interrupted, cutting him off. “Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’d like to go see Miss Anita.”
Darren shrugged, “I’m not holding you back. You just want to keep staring at my handsome face. Tell me now, so I can reconsider you with your small B-__-bs.
“f-__-k you, I won’t fall for you, weirdo!” she exclaimed, turning to walk away.
“Good luck, ‘D,'” Darren called out, his voice tinged with amusement.
As soon as Daisy disappeared from sight, Darren’s smile vanished, replaced by a cold and dangerous smirk. “Why her?” he muttered under his breath, his eyes closing tightly.
When he opened them again, he found himself face to face with Elisa.
“You’re the one, right? The one my mom sent to teach that ?îtçh a lesson?”.Elisa said
Darren scoffed “Who the hell are you? Are you trying to woo me so I can f_ck your P?$$Â¥? Sorry, I don’t do chubby girls.
Elisa’s eyes widened in shock and indignation. “What?! Have some respect right now! In fact, apologize, or I’ll report your attitude to my mom. I’m sure she’ll teach you a lesson you won’t soon forget.”
“f_ck you and your mom,” Darren snapped, turning to walk away.
But Elisa wasn’t done. She reached out and grabbed his arm, refusing to let him leave.
In an instant, Darren turned cold and dangerous. He grabbed Elisa’s neck, choking her. Elisa struggled and gasped, her voice barely audible. “L…let…let me go…
Darren tightened his grip
“Now, listen to me, ?îtçh. Don’t you dare try to cross paths with me again, or else I’ll teach you a lesson you’ll never forget..
With a forceful shove, he released Elisa, causing her to fall to the ground, coughing and gasping for air.
As Elisa struggled to catch her breath, her eyes wide and bloodshot, Darren glared at her with disdain. “You’re the ?îtçhy one here, not my ‘D.'” he said and walked away.
Elisa, her voice hoarse and her throat throbbing, muttered to herself, “What? His ‘D’? I have to report this psychopath to my mom right away. f_ck, my neck…I thought I was going to die.
She shuddered at the memory of Darren’s grip, then grimaced in pain. “f_ck, he’s handsome though…but hell no, he really has to pay for what he did.she said and smirked.
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Darren, on his way back to the classroom, was suddenly stopped by Rusty and Clayton.
“Will this ever end?” Darren muttered under his breath.
“You’re the guy that wants to steal all the girls in the school with your looks,” Clayton accused.
Rusty added, “I thought Ricky was enough. Now him?
Darren sighed, uninterested in engaging with them. “Are you done? Can I leave now?”
Clayton, taken aback by Darren’s cold attitude, quickly tried to diffuse the situation. “Chill, we just want to be friends with you.
Darren rolled his eyes. “I don’t need friends. Don’t you think the girls are enough?” He winked and started to walk away, leaving Rusty and Clayton standing there.
“Bro, you know I never supported this ‘friendship’ wh@??ver,” Rusty said to Clayton. “I don’t need a friend.
Clayton’s face lit up with excitement. “Finally!”
Rusty frowned, confused. “Finally what?”
Clayton couldn’t contain his enthusiasm. “Finally, I’ve found someone like me!”
a voice from behind caught their attention. “He’s different from you, though.”
Surprised, they both turned to see Barbie standing there, a smirk playing at her lips.
Clayton, pride wounded, said, “What? Is he more handsome?”
Barbie chuckled. “Yes, he’s cute—even more than Ricky. So, who are you?”
Rusty couldn’t help but laugh at the exchange, while Clayton’s expression darkened. “I can make you pay for what you just said, lousy girl.”
Barbie rolled her eyes. “You and your empty thr_@ts.
With a wicked grin, Clayton retorted, “Why do I feel like you’re trying to offend me so I can kiss you again?
Barbie’s eyes widened, and Rusty gasped. “Whoa, this crazy couple has kissed?”
In unison, Clayton and Barbie shouted, “We are not crazy!
Rusty raised his hands defensively. “Whoa, whoa, you guys calm down, please!”
“I’m leaving,” Barbie huffed.
Clayton shot back, “Then leave, or do you need a kiss before that?”
Barbie glared at him. “f-__-k you.” She turned on her heel and stormed away.
Rusty burst into laughter, unable to contain himself.
Clayton frowned. “What’s so funny, bro?
“You both are really crazy couples, trust me.Rusty laughed
Clayton retorted, “What are you saying? We’re not a couple! Stop saying that!”
“Hmm, indeed,” Rusty replied
Clayton mumbled, “She’s cute, though.”
“So you like her,” Rusty concluded, smirking.
“You’re boring,” Clayton sighed, “I need to make friends with Darren soon.” With that, he walked away, leaving Rusty standing alone.
Rusty watched Clayton leave, puzzled by his words.
“What does he mean by that?” he muttered to himself.
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The dimly lit office of Ms. Anita, was filled with the sweet scent of freshly brewed coffee and the soft hum of classical music playing in the background. Summer and Daisy stood nervously before her, their voices still echoing from the song they had just finished singing. Ms. Anita’s eyes, framed by her cat-eye glasses, scrutinized Daisy with a mix of concern and disappointment.
“Very good, girls,” Ms. Anita began, her voice firm but gentle. “But, Daisy, what’s wrong with you today? Are you sick? Is something bothering you? You can share it with me.
Daisy’s eyes dropped, her voice barely audible as she mumbled, “No, ma… I… I’m fine.”
Ms. Anita’s expression turned skeptical. “You’re not sounding your best, Daisy. Your voice is usually so clear and strong, but today… it’s lacking. You’ll have to come see me tomorrow and sing this to me again. If you sound this way again tomorrow… I’m sorry, but we’ll have to replace you with someone else.
The words hung in the air like a thr_@t, and Daisy’s eyes widened in alarm.
The competition, just three days away, loomed like a ticking time bomb.
Daisy’s voice trembled as she apologized, “Ma, I’ll try my best, I’m so sorry.” Summer, standing beside her, couldn’t help but smirk.
“This won’t repeat itself, ma’am.” Daisy said
Ms. Anita nodded, satisfied with Daisy’s resolve. “Very good. Summer, you’re doing well. Keep it up.” She dismissed them both with a wave of her hand. “You can both leave.
“Okay, Ms. Anita,” they replied in unison, stepping out of the office together.
As soon as the door closed behind them, Summer wasted no time in taunting Daisy. “So what happened, ?îtçh? You couldn’t sing well because of Ricky? How pathetic.
Daisy remained silent, choosing not to engage.
Summer, unsatisfied with the lack of reaction, sneered,
“So you won’t say anything, or is it because your mom’s not here?”
Before Daisy could respond, a familiar voice cut through . “If I were you, I’d shut up and mind my business.”
Startled, Daisy and Barbie turned to see Darren standing there, his eyes locked on Summer.
She rolled her eyes, Summer snapped, “You again.”
Darren smirked.
“Yes, me again. I’m always around when a ?îtçh like you disturbs my D. But lucky for you, I don’t have your time.Darren said
Without another word, Darren gently grabbed Daisy’s hand and said softly, “D, you’re coming with me.
Daisy felt an immediate sense of safety and comfort as his fingers intertwined with hers. She nodded, allowing herself to be guided away from the toxic situation. Together, they left, leaving Summer behind.
Summer glared at their retreating figures. “That ?îtçh,” she muttered under her breath. “She’s always stealing the attention. Well, Ricky is mine now.” With a self-satisfied smirk, she turned on her heel and walked away.
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Darren led Daisy to a quiet place, away from the school. His voice was gentle as he spoke. “D, you’re having trouble singing, aren’t you?”
Daisy, taken aback by his concern, stammered, “Uhmmm, no, why do you care?”
Darren’s expression softened. “You don’t need to pretend. I know it’s because of him. You still like him, but don’t let it affect your singing. It’s your dream, and you can’t let him affect you.”
Their eyes locked, and for a moment, time seemed to stand still. But the spell was broken when Daisy suddenly coughed.
“Are you okay?” Darren asked, his voice laced with genuine concern.
“Uhmm, yeah,” Daisy replied, trying to regain her composure.
Darren smiled “Okay, cool. Now, close your eyes and try to forget everything. Think about your dreams—you on stage, everyone cheering for you. Think about me.
Daisy rolled her eyes, “Hell no, I’m not thinking about you.
Darren persisted, “Just try it, D.”
With a sigh, Daisy rolled her eyes playfully, but she closed her eyes and took a deep breath, inhaling the serenity of their peaceful surroundings. She allowed her mind to drift, imagining herself on stage, basking in the adoration of her audience, her voice powerful and confident. And suddenly, amidst the applause and cheers, Darren’s face appeared in her mind’s eye, his presence a source of reassurance. She couldn’t help but smile.
Daisy opened her eyes, surprised by the effectiveness of Darren’s suggestion. “Did it work?” he asked.
“yes thank you. Daisy said and smiled.
” okay let sing a short song. Darren said and Daisy nod slowly.
_Title:_ “Rise Up”
_Verse 1 (Daisy):_
In the darkness, we find the light
A spark within, that guides us through the night
We’re the dreamers, the ones who dare
To break the mold, and show we care
_Chorus (Both):_
Rise up, let our voices be heard
We’re the change, that this world has blurred
We’ll stand tall, and shine like the sun
Rise up, our time has just begun
_Verse 2 (Darren):_
We’re the rebels, the ones who roam
With hearts beating fast, and spirits home
We’ll chase our dreams, and make them real
And our voices, will be the ones that feel
_Chorus (Both):_
Rise up, let our voices be heard
We’re the change, that this world has blurred
We’ll stand tall, and shine like the sun
Rise up, our time has just begun
As soon as they finished singing, Daisy and Darren locked eyes, their gazes holding a moment longer than necessary. Darren broke the silence with a soft smile,
“You still have a cool voice, D.
Daisy rolled her eyes good-naturedly, “I know, weirdo. Thanks.” She turned to leave, but paused, looking back at Darren with a hint of curiosity. “I have to go now.”
Darren nodded, his eyes never leaving hers, as she turned and walked away.
Just as she left the view, a message popped up on Darren’s phone, the screen illuminating his face with an eerie glow. “Come to the warehouse now!!” The words sent a shiver down his spine, and his eyes turned cold, his expression darkening. Without hesitation, he walked away.
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As soon as Darren stepped into the dimly lit warehouse, a sudden kick sent him crashing to the ground. The impact was brutal, and he felt a warm trickle of blood oozing from his mouth. Dazed and disoriented, he struggled to sit up, his eyes scanning the shadows for his attacker.
A voice, cold and menacing, echoed through the cavernous space. “Well, well, well. You met your childhood sweetheart and you think you can put your stupid emotions before my order?” The speaker emerged from the darkness, his face twisted in a snarl. Godfather’s eyes gleamed with a sinister light as he loomed over Darren.
“You knew it was her?” Darren’s voice was laced with a mix of fear and defiance. “Why do you want me to do this to her?”
Godfather’s response was swift and brutal, his hand cracking across Darren’s face in a resounding slap.
“Shut up!” Godfather’s voice thundered through the warehouse, making Darren’s head spin. “Do you want me to ki|| you just like I did to your stupid father? Or maybe I’ll make this interesting… Tiger!”
The command was followed by the appearance of a hulking figure, Tiger, who dragged a tiny, terrified girl into the fray. Darren’s eyes widened in horror as he recognized the child. “Iris?” he whispered, his voice trembling.
Godfather’s smile was cruel and calculating. “You’re so good at keeping your younger sister away from me, but you forgot your dad worked for me. I know everything. So, now, will you do my job, or do I ki|| your sister?” Darren’s eyes were wide with anguish, his face contorted in a silent scream. He was trapped, torn between Daisy and the safety of his innocent sister.
Godfather’s voice dripped. “Hmmm… your childhood sweetheart or your sister. Which one?” The silence was oppressive, heavy with the weight of Darren’s impossible choice.
“I will do your job,” Darren said coldly,
Godfather’s smile grew wider. “Okay, but I will punish you for one thing.” His eyes narrowed, and Darren’s heart raced .
“You touched my daughter and almost choked her. You should pay for it,” Godfather spat, his voice venomous.
Darren’s eyes widened in shock. “Elisa… your daughter?” He stuttered, confusion etched on his face. “But I thought Summer and Barbie were your only daughters?”
Godfather laughed and said you are smart. that why I like you.
TBC…………….. 💜😘