~Stars Can't Shine Without Darkness~

Star's P.O.V.~

I woke up and pried Ronnie's arms away from me. I stood up and stretched, hearing a few 'pops' from my spine. Going into the bathroom, I grabbed a new set of clothes. Bright Crimson jeans, my black wedged sneakers, and an off the shoulder Pierce the Veil shirt. I locked the bathroom door behind me and looked at my reflection; my hair was ratted and my eyes were red. I stripped from my sweats and tank top and turned the water on, Caressing the shampoo and conditioner into my hair.

Stepping out of of the shower, I got dressed and looked into the mirror for makeup. A small, but noticeable tint of brunette was showing at my roots and i scrunched my nose up in protest. I hated my natural hair color, I was so excited when I dyed to another color. My hazel eyes were lined with black and a symmetrical wing at the end of each side. I straightened my hair and unplugged the heated utensil. I slipped some bracelets onto my wrist and latched the locket around my neck. Even though Andy and I were in a bad place, I couldn't bare putting it away again.

I walked led back into the room and tucked the necklace into my shirt so no one saw it. "Hey Star" Ronnie sleepily greeted me. He was still in bed, eyes half way closed. I waved and pulled on my black jacket. I checked my phone and saw That Violet had text me. "Movies tonight? Im bringing Ash." I replied to the text asking her what time and sat on the bed. "You okay?" Ronnie asked me, laying his head on my shoulder. I nodded and chipped away at my nail polish. He pulled my face towards his as he kissed me, but I pulled away. He attached his lips to mine again only this time, asking for permission as he licked my lips. I pushed at his chest gently and gave him a sympathetic look. "What's wrong?" He asked me,

I took a deep breathe and avoided his stare. "Ronnie, I can't do...well...whatever we're doing right now. It's to soon and my heart has yet to heal. I'm sorry. I like you, I truly do, but I-" "you don't love me. Not like Andy anyways" he interrupted, I closed my eyes and nodded my slowly. He sighed and brought my face to up look at him. "It's okay Star, look at me, I've waited for you as long as you waited for him. If i have to wait another ten years for you, I will." He kissed my forehead and walked out.

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Violet and Ashley picked me up at 8 pm so we could stop to get something to eat. "Star, are you wearing Ronnie's cologne?" Violet asked me, raising her eyebrow. "No, his smell lingered on my clothes." A slight blush fell upon my cheeks as I tossed a fry into my mouth. By the time the check came, Violet and I were arguing about who would pay when the waitress came over. Our eyes dropped on Ashley who had somehow managed to pay for our food while we were bickering. "You sneaky son of a bitch." I teased, punching him lightly on the arm. He grinned and snaked his arm around Violet's waist.

We decided on a horror movie then parked Ashley's truck facing away from the screen under a large maple tree. The previews were still on, so I was stuck getting the popcorn and drinks. I got one large popcorn with extra butter, a Cherry Pepsi for Ashley, Root Beer for Violet, and a water for myself and walked back to the truck. "Hey fat ass" Britney sparked as she walked by. "Bitch." I muttered while walking back to Ashley and Violet. "Thanks girly!" Violet squealed while cuddling up to Ashley in the bed of the black truck. I sat on the other side of Ashley and sipped my water.

Half way way through the movie and Violet has either jumped, screamed, or spilled pieces of popcorn all over. She huddled closer to Ashley every time a scary part would show up on the large screen. I sighed and stood up to throw away our trash. As I got back by the truck, Violet and Ashley's eyes got wide as I felt water being poured over my head. I flicked my hands and turned around to see Anthony laughing and Brittany smirking. "See Anthony? You can finally say she got wet for you!" They started howling in laughter and they turned and walked away. Anthony stopped by my ear and whispered. "Just remember baby, I can make you feel a lot more than that." I pushed him away and turned to Violet and Ashley who were still looking at me in shock. My lip started quivering at the coldness of the water and the embarrassment.

Violet came over to me but I turned my heel and started running, not wanting to hear their sympathy. "Wait, Star!" I kept running until I felt my body slam into someone else. I tumbled backwards, but they caught onto my arms, catching my fall. "Woah there babe, falling for me are you?" Anthony winked. I let out a loud sigh and tried to walk away, but he was still holding onto my arms. "You know Anthony, maybe if you weren't such a perverted asshole, and actually tried to be my friend, I'd give you damn chance. I don't know how you've gotten any girl to be with you while you act like this. Aren't you getting tired of this? Being rejected?" I asked him, while water ran down my back giving me goosebumps.

"I wouldn't call it rejected, but I've always been fond of the game of chase. You're just playing hard to get." He flipped his hair away from his face and let go of my arms. "Anthony, you have made my life a living hell. Is that what you wanted to hear? You've given me mental and physical scars, concussions, and you make me feel like I'm going insane. You've put me in the fucking hospital before. What more do you want from me? You can have any girl in the school, you've even gotten my best friends. Why are you so determined to get me? It's not going to happen. I promise. I hate you Anthony. I always will." I let out a deep breathe and held my arms closer to my body. He narrowed his eyes at me and clenched his jaw. He turned his heel and left me. I walked back to the truck and curled up in a ball besides Ashley. He put his coat around me and went back to cuddling Violet.

I wanted that, someone who cared that much about me. 'You do you idiot. But you let him go.' I thought to myself about the situation Andy and I were in. Was I being over dramatic? I mean, he was drunk, he apologized, but I denied his every word. Should I try to get over it and make it work? 'Yes' I said to myself.

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We drove back to Andy's since that's where Violet was still staying and walked in. I let the familiar surroundings as I stood in the living room. "Can you stay here? You don't have to talk to him or anything, just stay in my room with me. I miss our girl nights." Violet pleaded, leading me up stairs. "I don't have any clothes." "You fit in mine, I mean, your smaller than me, but it'll do." I puckered my lips and shrugged. "Why not?" She squealed and hugged me. She ran into her closet and rummaged for some clothes. "You know, I really think you should give Andy another chance." "I know." "I mean, he does lo- wait what?" I laughed and told her again. "I know. I want to. Give me clothes." She tossed me a pair of short shorts. "Weren't these mine?" I asked while pulling them on. "Yeah, my ass is to small for those." I laughed at her honesty.

"I'll be back." She nodded and went back to going through her Instagram. I roamed through the halls and stopped in front of his door. 'One. Two. Three.' I knocked softly and waited for an answer.

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