Hazel's Double Life- Fear in my Veins

Previously on Hazel's Double Life- Claire complained to her principal about Iris and Trevor. Iris told that their principal was actually Claire's mother. She's very sweet and nothing like Claire. Iris had taken care of the CCTV so they weren't caught. It was a relief to the duo but Claire was boiling high. 

Chapter Eight 

Fear in my veins 

Dear Diary, 

Pranking Claire was so much fun. I believe, she'll stop messing with us. Apart from Claire, everything is going amazing in my life. However, I'm a bit fed up of her. I shouldn't complain. You know, why? As I'm getting my dream life that I always wanted. My father reluctantly agreed but also put a condition in front of me. If my secret identity is revealed, I'll be called back home and will have to start my modelling career again. So, I just have to ignore Claire as much as I can. I don't want a boring life which I had earlier. I don't want to lose my school, people who are friendly with me, both in school and apart from school and most importantly my best friend, Trevor. He's funny, cunning and cute. I don't wanna lose him. For a fact that Claire is always messing with me leaves me thinking that maybe she knows who I actually am. What if she really knows my identity? The fear is running in my veins. My life is awesome and I don't want a twist in my life. However, if I ask a question- What's life? It's a mix of ups and downs. First I was scared to be a friend of Trevor, because of the new environment. Now, he's my friend, I'm afraid of loving him, and now as I love him, I'm afraid of losing him. Whatever happens, whether it's my dad or Claire or whosever, no one can tear us apart. I know our bonding is strong but still there's a fear running in my veins so rapidly... 

-Hazel Watson

The next day

It's a beautiful morning today. I got ready and made my way towards my school. I saw Trevor and my face lit up. We talked and talked. My day was actually going super great. During one of my classes, my teacher introduced an exchange student named Oliver Reeves. She instructed me to give him a school tour and tell him about the rules and regulations of our school. Well, this is gonna take the whole day. Doesn't matter, it's only one day. Our next class was of Mr. Dwight, our art teacher. I noticed that Oliver is such an amazing painter. He painted a masterpiece in front of my eyes. I guess, he's gonna stick well to everyone. Next two classes were free, so I decided to take him to the labs, library and the gym. I introduced him to my classmates, and he was getting along very well. I decided to introduce him to Trevor. I think they'll patch up too. But, I was wrong, super wrong. I saw Trevor, giving death stares to Oliver. Why was he doing that? Let's find out.

Iris- Trevor, this is Oliver. Oliver, this is Trevor.

Oliver- Nice to meet you, Trevor.

Trevor- Yeah. Same.

Iris- Well, I was thinking about all three of us to go and eat some ice cream in the evening. What do you say?

Trevor- Say what? This is our thing. Why're you letting some random dude in our friendship?

Iris- Don't be rude, Trevor. He's nice. He's is new here and needs some company.

Trevor- Seriously? Then, if you want to go with him, then go. I won't be tagging along.

Iris- No, Trevor. Come with us.

But he didn't reply back and just left.

Iris- I sincerely apologize, Oliver. He's actually kind at heart but sometimes get offended. Don't worry, I'll talk to him.

Oliver- Not a problem. But would you mind me giving some advice?

Iris- If I would be you, then I would stay miles away from a boy like Trevor. There's something fishy about him. Don't feel bad that I'm saying this about your best friend, but if you wanna, you can give my advice a thought.

He left. I guess the school tour ends here. What the heck was that? Trevor getting mad at me and Oliver giving some beautiful advice. I'll focus on it later, first I've to find Trevor. I searched for him almost everywhere in the school, but he was nowhere to be found. I asked the prinicpal about him; maybe he went home early. I was right, he did. After school, I went straight to his house.

Iris- Good evening Ms. Cavill. How're you doing? Is Trevor home?

Mrs. Cavill (Trevor's mom)- Good evening Iris. I'm fine. Today, he came home in a very bad mood and I tried asking him but he just snapped at me. So I think it's better that we give him some space and talk to him later. As you know his anger.

Iris- Oh, that's right. I'll try talking to him tomorrow. Goodbye.

Mrs. Cavill- Goodbye Iris.

I was upset cuz' I wasn't able to talk to him after our fight. So, I went home. I was on my bed wondering why he was mad at me? Just then, my phone pinged with Oliver's message. Yeah, we exchanged our numbers at school. He sent me some jokes and memes which kinda uplifted my mood. But, pause! I almost forgot about his warning. That was just- How do I even explain it? First he was nice, then gave me an advice which could scare anyone away and now he was again being nice to me. What was going on? Too much for mind. I'm going for sleep.

When I woke up, I checked the time and it's 6:20. I'm super late for school. I hurriedly followed my morning routine and left my school. But my day wasn't goin' to be good. You'll see readers, you'll see.

Luckily, I was able to reach on time. Credits goes to my running skills. In the classroom, I saw Oliver smiling at me and Trevor looking at the window. What was so beautiful to see there? Huh!? He acted as if I didn't even exist. I was devastated. Trevor also changed his seat so I won't be able to communicate with him at all. Good start to my day! However, Oliver was there beside me. One time, during class, I saw Trevor and Oliver giving death glares to each other. Were they fighting over me? No, not possible. Later in the recess, Trevor didn't even sit with me. Ugh! Why was he being a jerk? But, Oliver sat beside me and we chatted but it wasn't the same kind of feeling I experienced with Trevor. I wasn't even listening to Oliver then, I was just looking over Trevor's table. I saw glances of him, fuming in anger, cuz' Oliver was sitting right next to me. At least he was giving me company and not leaving me all alone like he did. Then, Claire entered the cafeteria and sat next to Trevor. Of all the people, why him? I lost my temper. That's enough. I went to their table and picked a glass of water and splashed it all over her soaking her completely wet. Everyone in the Cafe were stunned.

Iris- Get away, you filthy monster! Don't even be near him.

Claire- Oh! how dare you talk to me like that? Seems like someone is jealous.

Iris- Me? Jealous of you? In your dreams. Anyways, I don't want a monster influencing my best friend. Do you get it or not? Cuz' I think you did a brainwash one day or another--

I was gonna fight more but Oliver pulled me back and took me to our classroom. I fled his hand away.

Iris- What were you thinking Oliver? Why you stop me? Trevor is my best friend and I don't want that monster a.k.a Claire to be around him.

Oliver- And I don't want Trevor to be around you

Iris- OMG! Why? What's your problem?

Trevor- Cuz' he's a bad influence, worse than Claire. I'm trying to save you.

Iris- For the millionth time, he's my friend and I know him better than you do. It's only been a few days since you joined school. How do you know that he is a bad influence?

Oliver- Is it so? Then you will have to do one thing. You have to choose between me and Trevor.

iris- What are saying fool? You don't even know him. Answer the question I've asked you. 

Oliver- What if I do?

Iris- So- what do you know about him? Tell me.

Oliver- When the time is right, I'll open to you. For now, you just think and choose the right option.

He left after saying this. I was horrified. I can't make it out whether this guy is an angel or a devil. My head is spinning. Oliver's warning and Trevor's madness for me, is driving me crazy. I mean, what does Oliver know about Trevor which I don't. I think Oliver is just bluffing or maybe, Trevor is really hiding something from me. The fear, the fear in my veins....