HO-LY mother of Jesus, i havent updated in a billion years! yes, i am alive...sorry for making you wait!

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I awoke to the smell of pizza.

A quick glance to the clock over the television told me it was 9 o' clock- I was outrageously late for school. With a loud curse, I stumbled off the sofa and ran up the stairs, diving into my closet to find something to wear. Five minutes later I was out of my room, hopping on one foot as I struggled to put the other in a rebellious moonboot- I hadn't even bothered brushing my hair, settling for just jamming a beanie over my bird's nest and hoping for the best.

I burst into the kitchen, intent on grabbing a cereal bar when I stopped dead.

Bella and Dr. Cullen were sitting at the table with my father. I suppose I looked rather hilarious, with my messy hair, mismatching clothes and dumbstruck expression, for my father burst into loud peals of laughter, soon to be joined by Bella and Dr. Cullen.

I blinked a couple times before managing a "What?"

I received no answer- they were still enjoying themselves. Soon my bewilderment dissolved to irritation. "Dad! Why didn't you wake me up! I'm so freaking late for school, and here you are, laughing at me?"

My dad was now clutching his sides, tears streaming down his face as he laughed himself silly.

"Why are you laughing at me?" I shrieked, sprinting towards to cupboard to fish out a cereal bar. It hadn't even registered that Bella, my classmate, wasn't at school either.

"I'm sorry, hun-" David tried to amend, but I cut him off.

"No!" I grabbed my messenger bag and slipped into my car, speeding off to school. I was so intent on getting to school I didn't realize how dark it was.

When I finally parked in the desolate lot, I realized what had just happened. It was nine o' clock at night, not morning! That was probably the reason why my dad found me so hysterical...

I groaned and hit my head on the steering wheel. Book smart I may be, but when it comes to common sense...

Since the weather was reasonably cool, I decided to just go for a walk around the school. I mean, I was already here, so I might as well do something.

The night was black- even the moon had disappeared. The only light that allowed me to see came from the flickering lamp posts. I strolled languidly through the halls, lost in my own world.

I distinctly felt as if I were being watched, so I spun around on my toes, looking around suspiciously. Nothing or nobody was there, however...

I shook my head, trying to get rid of the feeling, but the heavy weight of something's eyes on my back stayed.

My breath quickened and my heart beat faster against my ribcage, the feeling of paranoia coming down like a heavy blanket over my eyes.

A rustle.

I jumped, trying to contain my scream, but a muffled yelp fought its way out of my mouth.

I ran for the nearest light, leaning against the rough brick of the building, eyes frantically scanning the area. A cool breeze filled the already chilly night, causing the leaves in a nearby tree to rustle.

Immediately I felt my muscles relax, a huge gust of breath leaving my lungs with relief.

But, I still felt as if I were being watched.

The hairs on the back of my neck were raised- goosebumps covered my arms.

But I couldn't see anything. Nobody was at the school, but me. I could see my car not too far away. Should I run for it...?

As I contemplated this, a bone-chilling howl filled the air, not too far away. Footsteps, almost too light too hear echoed from a neaby hallway. My pulse picked up speed again.

My nerves were too frazzled for this- I couldn't take anymore.

Just as I was getting ready to run for it, a hand clamped down on my shoulder.

I screamed.

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well, there you go! haha im so evil to leave it at a cliffhanger... but, oh well. its just something for me to get back on track. please, please, PLEASE, tell me what you think!