Blood For Blood - Chapter 4

                “Really, God, really? Do I really deserve this?! Get this guy off my yard!” I screamed at the sky. God was going to have to hear me someday.

                Dally just shook his head. “You’re weird.” He chuckled, a puff of smoke leaving his lips. Okay, I’ll admit it; he looked really cool doing that.

“Sorry if that bothers you.” I rolled my eyes, but I just continued talking. “So, what’re you doin’ here? I think you should get off our property before you regret it.” I snarled.

He just raised his hands to his heart in mock hurt. “Oh, that killed me. Save me, please! I ca- wait, w-wait a second, did you say your property?” He looked at me incredulously, as if he was a pirate who just found treasure. That’s when I felt my face get red.

“Yeah, why?” Ryan asked, moving closer to me, just in case anything happened. Ryan knew I had extremely mixed feelings for this guy already, so I was most likely going to either skin him or kiss him. I was kind of okay with doing both.

                “Ponyboy and his brothers live in that house.” He said, pointing across the street. “So, if you don’t know, but I’m part of their gang. That means that I can stop by every day to see you, honey.” He smirked, stepping closer to me.

I just got wide-eyed, and then I looked past him to see Pony, Johnny, and their friends waving from the porch. Then, they went inside leaving Dally and my gang alone. It was weird how they trusted us already and had no regard for danger; well, everyone except Dally.

                “Spike! Look at that; aren’t you lucky! You get to see your new best friend all the time!” Jack laughed, cooing and mocking me with a baby’s voice. “No, no, and no. You’re kiddin’. That would mean that I’d have to see him all the time.” I seethed, glaring at Jack and trying to comprehend everything. Jack was really bothering me with his jokes, and Dally felt the need to get me riled up.

I clenched my fists and turned but to Dally. In reality, I had no problem with seeing him every day. I just had a problem with his attitude, his manners, and the fact that there’s a large possibility of me falling in love with him.

                “I think I’m goin’ to be sick. Guys, let’s go inside.” I motioned to my gang, getting a hold of my luggage. “You’re not gettin’ sick, doll. You’re just fallin’ in love with me.” He yelled, throwing his cigarette bud on the sidewalk. I just scoffed and rolled my eyes.

                “I’m serious, baby. You know what? I’ll make you a deal. It’ll be easy enough.” Dally smirked, coming closer to me. He finally got right in front of me, and put his hands on my hips. I felt my face get hot, but I didn’t care. I wasn’t going to give him the satisfaction. If he wants me, he’ll have to come after me. I don’t do the chasing.

                “I guess we’ll be goin’, then. Spike, don’t kill anybody.” Rena trailed off, grabbing her bags.

                “Have fun!” Jack grinned, causing Ryan and Jewel to try and hold in their laughter. I rolled my eyes and nearly punched them; yes, these people are my family, and I can do nothing about it.

                “Okay, so what’s this ‘deal’? Make it quick, I have somewhere to be.” I scolded, slapping Dally’s hands off of my hips. I couldn’t deny that I liked it, though.

He got even closer to me, if that was possible, and he looked down at me. I had to crane my neck to look up at him. I was around the height of where his shoulders were, and I wasn’t even wearing heels. I bet he would still be taller than me, anyway. He seemed to be the same height as Jack and Ryan, and trust me, they’re really tall.

My weird thoughts aside, I noticed something too familiar for my liking in his eyes, but was instantly washed away with the look of cockiness and hatred for life. I noticed how easily he could hide his feelings, and that made me pity him more than anybody else. He shook his head and continued to break the silence.

“I think I can get you to fall in love with me.” He whispered, and I nearly choked. Too late for that one, I thought.

“Christ, you’re totally blitzed. I’m glad we had this talk. Go home.” I stared up at him, keeping my ground. I turned to walk away, but a hand got a hold of my arm. “Get off me. I’m not in the mood for games, boy.” I hissed.

“Let’s get a few things settled, now that I’ll be seeing you every day. First off, nobody talks to me like that, you dig? Earlier today, I just saved you a black eye and a few broken bones. Probably even your dignity.“ He snarled.

"First off,” I copied him. “I didn’t ask you to help me out. You could’ve gotten Johnny or Ponyboy, but no. You helped me. You stood up for me when I didn’t need you to. So, I think you’re actually falling in love with me! Or at least having a crush.” I laughed. 

“Second off, I never play games.” It was as if he disregarded everything I just said. I shook my head at his immaturity.

“And what happens if I get you to fall in love with me first? You don’t even know my age, or anythin’ else about me.” I challenged, ignoring his statements.

“Whoever wins just gets the satisfaction, blood for blood. I can tell you like a challenge.” He winked, thinking that would faze me. I’ll admit it, his wink was hot, but I wasn’t going to show it. I got scared when he said ‘blood for blood’, though. I didn’t want him getting hurt trying to win me over.

“You’re not even considered a challenge; I’m the challenge. And if anything, you’d have to be worth my time if I’m goin’ to fall in love with you.” I shot back at him, feeling proud. Being a part of the gang and having some sort of leadership really increased my confidence, I guess.

“You’re a real sweetie, you hear?” Dally said with a hint of sarcasm, pointing at me. That’s when we realized that we were being eavesdropped on. “Since when?!” I heard my whole gang yell in shock from inside the house. “Shut it, you idiots!” I yelled back, only to receive obnoxious laughter.

“See you tomorrow mornin’, sweets.” Dally laughed, walking away and not bothering to close the gate behind him. “If you want me to fall in love with you, then show some respect!” I yelled, as he went right back to Ponyboy’s house and waved from there.

“Why me?!” I mumbled to myself, along with some incoherent curse words as I got my luggage and made my way to my new home.