I'm Thomas!

I watch as the boys light up the bonfire, with huge smiles on their faces, cheering as they admire the flames.

I scan the crowd for Gally, finding him already in the ring, fighting another boy and clearly winning. I decide to go and see him later, once he's bored of winning against the other's.

I find Newt and the new greenie sitting against a log. I think I'll go and sit with them for a while.

When I get there, Newt greets me with a warm smile.

"Hey Maddie".

"Hey Newt, can i sit with you guys?" i ask

"Of course you can, come here" he replies, patting the ground next to him.

"How are you greenie? Today must've been overwhelming for you" I ask the new boy as i sit down.

"I'm ok, i think. It's a lot to take in, and i have many unanswered questions" he says, sending me a small smile.

"Don't worry. You'll adjust to life in the glade soon enough" I reply, reassuring the greenie.

I'm hoping i can enjoy some quality time with Newt and the newbie, without said newbie asking so many questions. He asked so many questions earlier, i was prepared to run into the maze for some peace and quiet. I can't blame him for being curious. I felt the same way when i got here, although, i'm pretty certain i wasn't that annoying. 

I did find a pocket knife and plan to stab everyone who approached me. In my defence, i was surrounded only by boys, which is terrifying for a girl, and thought i was going to be killed. Boys are terrifying and i still have my pocket knife safely hidden away and ready for use, because i don't trust many of the boys that reside here.

"Here drink this. It'll put some hair on your chest" Newt says with a smirk, handing his jar filled with Gally's drink to the greenie.

I struggle to not laugh as i watch the greenie lift the drink to his lips. I almost feel sorry for him not knowing how disgusting it is, poor bastard.

The greenie takes a sip, immediately spits it back out and starts coughing. I giggle at his misfortune. I may feel a little bad for him, but that reaction was worth it. Newt starts laughing at the greenie's reaction, a wide grin on his face.

"Oh, my God! What is that?" the greenie asks, trying to recover from his coughing fit.

"I don't know, it's Gally's recipe. It's a trade secret" Newt replies amusedly, taking back the jar filled with suspicious liquid.

"He won't tell anyone what's in it. I have a theory that one of his secret ingredients is his own piss" I add, shrugging my shoulders. 

The greenie looks at me and begins to look slightly green. Newt begins to chuckle.

"Don't panic greenie. Gally doesn't piss in the drinks" Newt says reassuringly.

"You don't know for sure since he won't tell anyone what's in it" I challenge, raising a brow.

Newt just shakes his head. I personally think he's in denial because if it's true, it means him alongside the other boys, have been getting drunk nearly every night on Gally's piss. I would love for it to be true, i would be die from laughter from their reactions. 

It would be an unforgettable day.

"Yeah, well, he's still an asshole" The greenie says, annoyed. 

I frown at his words. Yeah, Gally was maybe a little too harsh when sending him flying earlier, but he's no asshole. He's kind and sweet once you get to know him.

"He saved your life today. Trust me, the maze is a dangerous place" Newt says, failing to hide his smirk as he glances over at me.

He saw me frown. He's definitely going to tease me later. How does he know exactly what i'm thinking?

"We're trapped here, aren't we?" The newbie asks, sounding a little down.

That's question number one. As soon as he hits his fifth question, i'm abandoning Newt and saving myself the headache. I don't think Newt will mind though. He's had a certain look in his eyes since he met the new greenie. 

I have a feeling Newtie the cutie is developing a crush on Newbie the beauty. 

"For the moment. But, you see those guys? There, by the fire?" Newt asks, pointing to where Minho and Ben are sitting and laughing.

"Those are the runner's. That guy in the middle there, that's Minho, the keeper off the runners. Every morning , when those doors open, they run the maze. Mapping it, memorising it, trying to find a way out" Newt explains to the greenie, who listens intently.

I look at the greenie as he listens to Newt explain what the runners do. I have a feeling the greenie is about to use his second question.

"How long have they been looking?" he asks, curiosity written all over his face.

I'm good at predicting when this guy's going to ask questions. It's pretty easy when that's all he does. Now that's two questions down and three to go, use them wisely greenie.

"And they haven't found anything?" he asks in disbelief.

Wow, two questions left before i leave and save my sanity. 

"It's alot easier said than done" I say to the greenie, attempting to aid Newt a little. 

I'm not saying anymore now. I've helped a little, but thew more i talk, the more likely i'll get stuck in the conversation and i've got a schedule to keep. 

"Listen, hear that?" Newt asks, staying quiet for a moment. The greenie looks around when he hears a noise coming from beyond the walls.

"It's the maze, changing. It changes every night", Newt says to the baffled boy.

"How is that even possible?" he asks, another damn question.

We have no idea and one question left and i can leave. I do not feel bad by planning to abandon Newt, he clearly fancies the greenie so he can deal with all of the annoying questions for the rest of the night.

"You can ask the people who put us in here, if you ever meet the bastards. Listen the truth is, the runners are the only ones who really know what's out there, And it's a good thing too, because if they don't make it back before those doors close, then they are stuck out there for the night, and no one survives a night in the maze" Newt explains. 

My greenie senses are tingling. He's about to use his last question. 

"What happens to them?" The greenie asks.

Last question asked, thank shucks for that. Time to ditch and join MInho and Ben, they're alot more fun.

"Before you answer that very insightful question, i'm gonna walk away. Greenie, it's nice to meet you and this has been a lovely conversation. Newt, i'll catch you later" I say, standing up, waving goodbye to them both, and heading off.

I don't have to look back to know that Newt is half annoyed that i've left him continue the interrogation alone, but half pleased to be getting some alone time with the greenie he seems to be fond of already.

I head over to Minho and Ben, taking a the empty space beside Ben on the log.

"Hey Maddie, how are you?" Ben asks with a smile.

"Almost dead from boredom" i reply with a huff.

"Is the greenie not good comapany?" Minho asks amusedly.

"He asks way too many questions. I left them after five" I say, glancing over at the fighting ring, where Gally is absolutely annihilating a fellow glader.

He's such a tough guy, but a cute one. 

"Clint and Jeff look very cosy" i say, looking at the pair of medjacks, who are leaning into each other, whispering to each other. They're eyes are filled with love as they stare at each other.

"It's so obvious they like each other" Minho says, amused.

"You know, i caught Clint sneaking into the Homestead one night. He snuck back out at sunrise and kissed Jeff by the door, and then snuck back into his hammock.

"When was this?" i ask eagerly.

"The night before you came up in the box" Ben replies.

"Why did you wait so long to tell us, you shank?!" Minho harshly whispers to Ben.

"I forgot after meeting Maddie, i mean, she was the first girl to come up and it was shocking!" Ben exclaims, Minho just scoffs at his excuse.

"It took two months for you to tell us such amazing gossip. I'm disappointed Twinkle toes" MInho says, shaking his head.

"We expected better from you Benny boy" I add, feigning disappointment.

Ben just rolls his eyes at our antics as Minho and i giggle. Our conversation is interrupted by shouting, coming from the fighting ring.

"It looks like the greenie is about to get beat up by your man" Minho says with a grin.

I glance back over to see the greenie being forced into the ring with a very cocky looking Gally. This doesn't look good.

"This is gonna be good" Ben says, chuckling with Minho.

"Gally is not my man" I say to Minho. 

"Not yet, but he will be. You can cut the sexual tension between you both with a knife" Minho says, wiggling his eyebrows.

"He's right. One of you is bound to jump the other's bones soon enough, and when you do, you better tell us all juicy details" Ben says, pointing his finger at me. 

I start blushing madly, causing the pair to laugh. 

"That will not happen. So keep your mouth's shut" i say, slapping their arms as they continue to laugh.

"Whatever you say Madeline"

"Our lips are sealed", they both reply amusedly.

We turn our attention back to the ring, to see the greenie on the floor and Gally showing off to the others. My jaw drops when the greenie get's back up and manages to knock Gally to the ground. 

Gally's ego is definitely bruised, which means he's pissed. The greenie begins to celebrate, when suddenly, Gally uses his foot to sweep the greenie off his feet. The poor boy takes a harsh knock to the head.

I worry that the greenie won't get back up, but sigh in relief when he jumps up shouting something i can't hear. Everyone quiets down to hear what he's saying.

"I remember my name, I'm Thomas!" He shouts in excitement.

"Thomas!" Alby shouts and the gladers cheer.

"Welcome home Thomas" i hear Frypan say to the greenie, as i walk over to them.

"Good job, Thomas" Gally says, shaking the greenie, i mean, Thomas' hand with a small smile.

We are all interrupted by a screeching sound coming from the maze.

"What the hell was that?" Thomas asks, looking unnerved.

"That, my friend, was a griever. Don't worry, your safe here with us. Nothing gets through those walls" Gally says, finding my eyes in the crowd.

"Alright guys, let's tuck in for the night. Come on, it was a good night" Alby says, and everyone starts to disperse. 

Gally signals for me to come over to him. I turn to Thomas and say "Congrats on remembering your name, Thomas" with a kind smile, and walk off towards Gally.

"Didn't Alby just order us to go to bed?" i ask, raising a brow.

"He did, but i'm walking you back to your hut first. You was supposed to come and find me at the bonfire" Gally says glancing at me as we head towards my hut.

"I was going to, but you was busy beating other glader's, including the greenie" I retort.

"Fair point. The greenie should thank me, if i didn't knock him over, he wouldn't have remembered his name" Gally says with a cocky grin.

"Well, that move should be forbidden. The poor guy hit his head pretty hard" I say, cringing slightly at the memory. I can still hear the thud.

"I think he'll live" Gally replies with a cheeky smile.

He is way too satisfied with beating the greenie, and winning every other fight he took part in tonight. We get to my hut too soon for my liking. I even noticed us both walking slow, not wanting to stop spending time together.

"Thanks for walking me back" I say with a smile.

"You don't have to thank me every time, i wouldn't do it if i didn't want to" Gally says honestly, making me giggle.

I unlock the door and step inside, i turn to face Gally, who seems to be ready to walk off. 

I really don't want him to leave yet. I should invite him in. 

Is that a good idea? 

Probably not.

He might say no and leave anyway,

Then i'll feel really embarrassed.

Or he could say yes,

and we would get to talk and laugh more.

I should ask.

Actually,  i won't.

Just do it.

Nope.

Grow a back bone.

He's going to be leaving any second now.

ok.

i'm going to do it.

I want him to stay.

"Would you like to come in for a while?" i ask shyly, really worried that i've made a mistake.

Gally stares as me for a moment, face completely blank. Then, his lips slowly spread into a smile.

"I'd like that" he replies, stepping inside.

I shut the door after he walks in and turn around to face him. I'm blushing slightly, and i can't stop it.

I notice him step closer to me, and i'm too nervous to look him in the eye.

For shucks sake Madeline. You can't just invite him in here and not look or talk to him.

Maybe this wasn't such a good idea. I start to panic slightly, when i feel Gally grab my chin and tilt my head up to look at him. We take a long moment just to stare into each other's eyes, his hand still on my chin. 

"Madeline" he whispers, his face inching closer and closer, until our noses are practically touching.

I don't remember closing my eyes and closing the distance between us. All i do remember is his soft lips on mine. The kiss is soft and gentle and ends too quickly. I feel butterflies swarm in my stomach, and feel like fireworks have set off in my brain. I feel like i have short circuited.

We pull away slowly, and i open my eyes to see Gally smiling fondly at me.

I take it back, inviting him in was a great idea.

"Madeline, i like you. I like you a lot" he says to me, blushing as much as i am.

"Gally, I like you a lot too" i reply, my smile very wide.

He places him arms on either side of my waist and looks deep into my eyes.

"Can i please kiss you again?" he asks, causing me to instantly nod my head.

"Please do" i reply, holding his face in my hands as he inches towards me once more and captures my lips.

This kiss is deeper, longer and hungrier. His arms tighten around my waist as i move my hands from his cheeks, resting them on his shoulders. I brush my hand up and down the back of his neck as he pulls me closer, until there's no distance left between us.

We spend the next couple of minutes making out. We only reluctantly stop when we run out of air, before jumping right back into kissing. When we stop, we're both blushing with big grins on our faces. 

"I really don't want to go, but i have to before someone realises i never went to the Homestead" Gally mumbles, not happy one bit about having to leave. 

"I wish you could stay" i say, sighing in disappointment.

"Me too" he says, still smiling.

"We'll find some time tomorrow" i say, very reluctantly stepping away from him.

"I'll come and find you this time" Gally says, opening my door and stepping outside.

"You better" I reply, still smiling uncontrollably.

"Kiss me goodbye?" he asks with a smirk.

I don't give him a reply. Instead, i step towards him and kiss him once more. When i pull away, he moves forward to kiss me again, but i step back, even though it hurts to do so.

"That was your last one. Someone might see us" i say amused as Gally pouts.

"Fine, but you owe me a kiss tomorrow" he says seriously.

"I promise to kiss you tomorrow, goodnight Gally" i say, still smiling.

i'm pretty sure my face is stuck this way now and i'm ok with that.

"Goodnight Madeline" he says with a smile, turning and walking towards the Homestead.

I lock my door, change and get into bed, smiling the whole time. Gally and i kissing is replaying over and over. Tonight, i fall asleep in the greatest mood, and the biggest smile on my face.

Author's Note:

I originally planned to wait longer to get Gally and Madeline together, but i couldn't wait anymore. I am a Newtmas and a Clint x Jeff fan, so i had to include them.

I hope you enjoyed the chapter because they're not going to stay happy :(

Xxxx