In gym, my class played a game of volleyball and needed up with just the two of us left in the game. I dodged the volleyball you threw at me and grabbed another as I threw it to him hard. He glared at me as I glared back. The guy I’m playing with his name is Cody, and we are not on good terms. I don’t like him, he doesn’t like me. We are complete enemies. I threw another ball just for him as he dodged just in time and threw a harder and faster one back hitting me in the stomach hard. Making me fall on my knees. Ouch I mumbled as the teacher needed the game announcing that Cody’s team won. He smirked at me and walked away smugly. My blood boiled with angry as my friend came and helped me up sitting me down on the bench in the gym. Hey, don’t be angry you did your best. My friend, Mia stated with a smile and tried to make me cheer up. Not good enough it seems I spoke as my eyes never left Cody, glaring at him I gripped the edge of the bench tightly to the point that my knuckles turned white. Alright it’s time to get your soulmates our Physical education teacher said while looking at the clock. Are you ready to see who your soulmate is? Mia asked as she was practically bouncing up and down in excitement. Yeah I can’t wait to see who I’m going to be with I said as I smiled at her and completely getting my mind off of Cody and our rivalry. 10…9…8…7 everyone started to count down as they covered their wrist. I did the same thing and counted with them. Ready to figure out who my soulmate is going to be. 6…5…4….3..2. Once we reached one I took my hand off my wrist and I froze, my eyes widen. I can’t believe this my soulmate, of all people why him. I turned and me and Cody locked eyes as he had the same expression as me. I looked away and back at the name on my wrist, Cody Johnson. EEEK my soulmate is my crush I can’t believe I’d be this lucky!!!! Mia said as I forced a smile for her, but there is nothing I could hide from her as she looked down at my wrist and said oh no, why is his name on your wrist? She said as she patted my back in a comforting way and sat down next to me. I rubbed at his name on my wrist as I tried to make it disappear I rubbed and rubbed until my wrist bleed. Mia took my hand and stopped me from scratching myself any more. I’m sure it’s a mistake it will be fixed tomorrow. I know of people that get different names the next day. Mia said as she tried to comfort me. I smiled at her and said I’m going to go to the bathroom. She looked at me, and I could see worry in her eyes. Do you want me to come with you? She asked as I shook my head and stated I’m alright I promise I just need some time alone. I said as I stood up and she nodded. I turned and walked out of the gym to the bathroom. Once I got in the bathroom I put my hands on the sink and leaned on them looking at myself in the mirror. I thought soulmates are supposed to be someone you like not somebody you hated. I stayed in the bathroom for a bit longer and then I sighed softly and walked out of the bathroom. After a few days of not avoiding Cody. I walked down the hall, the school day was finished as I heading towards the exit of the school I bumped into someone and I was about to fall until two strong hands grabbed my shoulders roughly helping me stay steady. Ouch I said as I looked up to see who just grabbed me, brown narrowed eyes glared down at me, Cody stood in front of me and said we need to talk. I looked him up and down as I noticed the look in his eyes it seems he didn’t mean to catch me before I fell and he looks the most serious I’ve ever seen him before. What do you want? I said with a cold tone of voice, narrowing my eyes at him. He looked around at the other people around us. He grabbed my arm and pulled me to follow him. Come with me he said as he pulled me I wanted to pull away but once he put his hand on mine the soulmate attraction stopped me from pulling my hand back. So I followed him and he lead me towards an empty stairway. I waited for him to stand something as I could tell the soulmate attention was also affecting him, because his grip on my arm got tighter. Let’s make a deal okay he stated with a serious expression. I raised an eyebrow confused. I didn’t expect that to come out of his mouth. What’s the deal. This soulmate thing, if we avoid eachother it will get rid of our emotions and I’m pretty sure you don’t want that either. He said as he started to explain his deal. So every morning how about we- he spoke as he seemed to have a bit of difficulty saying the next part of that sentence. How about we what? I asked raising an eyebrow at him and finally overcoming the soulmate attraction to pull my hand away from his. We hold hands until we get to the school it’s the only way, so we don’t become emotionless I’m pretty sure you don’t want that, the soulmate thing needs touch or attraction so we’ll just hold hands that’s all. He stated as he looked at me desperately. I could tell how much he wants me to agree with this deal. I thought about it for a moment and the thought of losing my emotions and not every feeling happy again it isn’t something I want that’s for sure. Okay I said as I locked eyes with him. His eyes widen in shock he never expected me to say yes. He coughed and went back to his cold additude. Okay I’ll wait outside your house tomorrow you better be there he said as he glared at me. Rude, I might just change my mind I mumbled under my breath. He heard me and he froze as he struggled to get the words out s-sorry he whispered. I smirked mischievously what was that I couldn’t hear you~ I said as I tried to get him to apologize again. I said Sorry okay? Cody stated as he walked off in angry. I chuckled and turned around to go back to my class. After that day I waited for Cody in the morning, so we could walk together. I spotted him walking towards me, I still hated him badly and wanted to throw him off a cliff, but this soulmate bond is also making me want to touch him. I shook the thoughts out of my head. Cody walked up to me and spoke hello he said as he awkwardly scratched his neck. We used to be at each other’s throats but now we are about to hold hands and walk to school. I sighed softly and let’s just go. I reached my hand out for him and he grabbed it. We walked to the school in silence since neither of us knew what to say to each other. Once we got there we said our goodbyes and went to our own classes. Classes went by as usual until it was time for lunch. I see him again at lunch, but I didn’t talk to him or anything and got my food and went out of the cafeteria. He saw me leave the cafeteria with my food. Where is she going Cody thought to himself. Hey, you okay? One of Cody’s friend, Brian, asked. Yeah I just need to do something I’ll be back. Cody uttered as he walked after me. I walked into a storage closet, it was empty how I expected to be. I always loved to listen to music in a quiet space during lunch. It’s much more relaxing. I walked into the storage closet and sat down listening to music until I saw someone enter right after me. I turned to see who it was, Cody was standing inside the room what are you doing here? He asked curiously but still keeping his irritated tone with me. The door closed behind him. I usaully listen to music alone. I said calmly as I looked at him why are you here? I asked as he said oh I was just curious since you left the cafeteria right after getting your food. Is someone getting a little obsessed with me I teased with a smirk. I would never be obsessed with someone like you he said as he turned to walk away, but once he tried to open the door it was locked. Damnit Cody mumbled and I heard him and stood up. What is it? I asked and grabbed the handle to turn it but it was locked. Crap, the janitor must have locked it from the outside. I mumbled to myself. So now we have to wait for some to open the door, Great. Cody said sarcastically. The Janior should actually be here soon so we won’t be here for long. I said as I turned to sit back down, but instead I slipped and fell. Cody with his fast reflexes hennaed me by my waist and head. Pulling me up as I landed on his chest. The soulmate connection was making my heartbeat go faster and faster. Cody must be feeling the same thing right? I looked up and saw his eyes had a new look to them one I’ve never seen before. One of Desire and lust, for some reason I was attracted to the look in his eyes as I stared into them feeling myself drowning in their dept. he tightened his grip on my waist and pulled me closer leaning over to me. His lips were hovering right over mine as we held eye contact. I heard the storage rooms door start to turn. I was about to say something, but Cody pressed his lips against mine in a passionate kiss. I wanted yo pull away and tell him someone was here, but as soon as he kissed me I lost all thought process and my eyes closed as I kissed him back. The janitor opened the door and saw us kissing. Man, I wish I had some of that after this long day. He declared, closing the door again you guys have fun in there. He uttered with a sad sigh. Me and Cody continued to kiss after a bit he pulled away and said h- how about we do something crazy and give this soulmate thing a try. He whispered still holding onto me. I couldn’t think the only thing on my mind was to kiss him again. I nodded slowly. Cody smiled and leaned back in to kiss me. After that day me and Cody started dating we would spend time together after school to see if we would get along or if it was a good idea to accept the fact that we were soulmates. I guess you should trust the soulmate bond that thing really doesn’t mess around. The End.