over it

Chapter Eight:OVER IT

CLARKE'S POV-

I haven't slept since I talked to Bellamy last. Since we fought, and since he told me I was the only thing he needs. I'm still confused. And angry. And sad. And hurt. And everything all at once.

I throw on my cutest gray sweater, and blackist skinny jeans, curling my hair and wearing the best smile I can. I head downstairs, seeing a voicemail flicker from the telephone on the counter. I press the listen button as I make myself coffee.

Clarke, how come your school called me yesterday to find out where you were? Kane and I are coming home today, clearly you can't take care of yourself without your parents around-

I stop the machine," Parents?" I laugh in anger.

I finish getting ready, and head out. I finally got my car back late yesterday, from Raven.

Walking into the school, I see Raven talking with some other friends. I walk passed her and she catches up to me," Hey, how was everything with Bellamy?"

I laugh," Let's just say, I'm completely over it."

She nods," Good for you."

We stop at Raven's locker so she can grab some books for first period studyhall. Bellamy walks by, his arm thrown over Lexa's shoulder. I'm over it. I'm over it. I'm over it.

They stop in front of us, and Raven turns, shutting her locker. Lexa pops her gum obnoxiously.

Raven touches Bell's shoulder," Yeah...not today, buddy." She walks off, waiting for me.

Bellamy looks at me," Can we talk?"

Lexa rolls her eyes, and I shake my head," I think I'll pass. I like your shoes, Lex. See you guys later." I step around them, catching up to Raven and walking off.

The next couple days go by just like this, staying friendly with Bellamy but not actually forgiving him, steering clear of Lexa, and spending time with Raven and Finn as they grow closer.

Friday night, we decide to skip the parties and hangout in my basement. Finn finally was able to come over but only since I'm also grounded and my parents are keeping close watch on me. We're eating pizza and popcorn while watching a couple scary movies. I sit on the couch by myself, squeezing and hiding behind a pillow. Raven and Finn cuddle together on the floor, endlessly whispering and laughing to each other. They frequently kiss and end up making out, leaving me with my lonesome self; thirdwheeling. They claim to not be dating or being exclusive but once Finn joined Mount Weather high just the other day, Raven was beyond pissed and crazy jealous over all the girl's flaunting the new boy.

As I pop the second movie in, my phone starts to ring from my pocket. I pull it out and ignore it, I don't recognize the number, and it's "The State..." calling. Whatever that is. I set it down and continue to start the movie from in front of the blueray box.

My phone buzzes again, and Raven groans," Just pick it up!" She continues to suck Finn's face off.

I turn around, sarcastically responding," Oh I'm sorry, am I bothering you two?" With no response back, I shake my head and answer my cell phone. " Hello? Who is this?"

" Clarke, it's me, please don't hang up, let me explain." Bellamy's sharp voice startles me, and I take a deep breath before responding.

" Who's phone is this?"

" Promise not to call my parents? They can't know about this."

" Bellamy, answer my question." I say sternly, growing worried.

" Answer mine." He says back, desperately.

In the background of Bellamy's whereabouts, I hear in a deep voice," Only five minutes, man."

I yell at Bellamy," Who is that? What's going on?"

He sighs," Listen, I don't have time to explain. But I need you to come pick me up at the holding center."

I gasp," What the hell are you doing there?"

After a moment he responds," Please, Clarke." He hangs up and I turn to see Raven and Finn staring at me with wide eyes and worried expressions.

Raven asks," So, where is he?"

I roll my eyes," At the holding center. He wants me to get him out."

She shrugs," You can't leave the house, you're grounded. Guess you can't save him again."

Finn speaks up," I'll get him."

Raven nudges his arm," No, you won't." She looks at me," You're not seriously going to get him out, right?"

I shrug," I don't know yet."

" He should've called Lexa, or his parents."

" He probably tried to call Lexa, and he couldn't ask his parents, they don't care about him."

Raven breathes," He doesn't care about you, either."

Finn sighs," Raven.."

I shake my head," No, she's right. He only cares about himself."

Raven asks," What happened to him anyways?"

" I don't know, but he sounded a little drunk, he probably was."

Raven picks up the movie remote," Let's carry on with our movies!" Finn stares at me with guilt.

I stand up," Be right back, I'm going to tell his parents."

Raven asks," But I thought-"

"-Well someone has to get him out! It shouldn't be my responsibility." I head upstairs, sneaking out and walking across the grass.

I instantly hear yelling as I approach their house, and I slowly knock on the front door. But no one comes to the door. I press the doorbell, calling out," Hello? I'm looking for Mrs. Blake!"

The door opens in a hurry, and Mrs. Blake steps out. She's sweaty and overall looks tired, but she smiles, faintly," Clarke? You're so grown up!"

I smile," I have some news."

She frowns," Oh, won't you come inside? I just made some cookies."

I hesitate, before agreeing to go in. I've known Mrs. Blake for a long time, she's a good women. She works hard double shifts waitressing, and she's a great mother. She just depends on men, and it gets her into trouble.

We walk through the kitchen and she gives me a glass of milk and a plate of cookies. I sit at the island counter, like I use to as a kid. Mrs. Blake smiles, leaning against the counter," Is Bellamy in trouble?"

I drop my head, slowly nodding," I don't know the circumstances, but he is at the holding center."

She sighs," I thought something was wrong when he wasn't answering his phone. He was suppose to watch Octavia while I went off to work. He's a good brother."

I don't respond, just sit there listening.

She sighs," I'm going to change my ways, Clarke. Just like back in the olden days, when Bell's father and I were okay. Before everything happened, you know."

I nod again, staying quiet.

" I can't get Bellamy. O just finally fell asleep."

" I'll get him, no worries." I say, rising to my feet. A man walks into the room, stopping by the doorway.

Mrs. Blake frowns," I told you to leave."

He nods," I finished packing my stuff, and now I'm heading out. I'll call you."

She shakes her head," I told you, I never want to hear from you ever again. I'll get a restraining order if I must."

He nods to me, before turning around, leaving for hopefully good.

She takes a deep breath, and starts endlessly crying. I hug her for awhile, until she sends me off to get Bellamy. If it weren't for her, I wouldn't be doing this.

*** DRAMA, drama, drama

Anyone watch Under The Dome? I think it's on channel CBS? It's starting up again soon (maybe tonight, I don't remember) & OMG it's a great show and it's science fiction and real world stuff, I love it and y'all should check it out if you don't watch it!

-Lanes XOXO

P.S. I'm hoping for another update tonight, but we'll see!!!!!