These battle scars, don't look like their fading. Don't look like there ever going away. They ain't never going to change. These Battle…

The familiar ring tone filled the air as you fished for your key. Just as you were about to grab the small idem fell to the concrete below. "Great" you mutter as you took out your phone and looked at the caller I.D. A picture of your mom smiling was flashing on the screen. You clicked the answer button and put the phone up to your ear. "Hello?"

"Honey! Your alright! Oh thank goodness, I was so worried! How are you doing? Are you having any troubles with your sister? Be nice to her you know, she's only tryin-"

"Mooooommm" You groan into the phone. She could be so clingy and protective sometimes. "I'm fine, I called you when I landed, you know I'm not a baby anymore" You huffed, "And sis is fine, were doing fine" You reach down and grab the small little key. You tried to sound like you knew what you were talking about, but the truth was, you really didn't. You hadn't seen your sister the whole time you've been in Texas. But you weren't going to tell your mom that. Your sister thought it would be good enough if one of her friends handed you an envelope with an address, key and money for groceries. It also had a small note from her, saying that she bought you your own apartment so you can stay out of her way, and that she'll pay for rent and groceries. This was the best your ever going to get with your sister. It did disappoint you a little that she wasn't even going to help you get settled. After all, you moved down to the frickin state to get a better relationship with HER. But what could you do….

"You'll always be my baby, but alright. Call if you need anything" And then the line went dead. You put your phone in your back pocket and then slipped the key in the lock, turning it, and opening the door to your new home. It was a small little place, wood floors with a small kitchen. The living room had a couch and a T.V. The cable box was unplugged and a groan escaped your lips. You probably would have to pay for that. From the living room, there was a sliding glass door that had a balcony. Also from the living room was a hallway with 3 doors. You opened the first to see a small room with a desk, bookshelves, and an empty wall.

The next room was the bedroom, with a queen sized bed, and another desk. Two bed sized tables, a dresser, and a full-length mirror. It wasn't the biggest room, but it was the most confortable. The last room was the bathroom. Surprisingly it had a walk in shower. It also had the normal toilet and sink, with a medicine cabinet.

You had brought a few things from home, and you couldn't wait to put them in your own house. Your own house, even though it was an apartment it felt cool to say. You walked back out of the apartment and down to the taxi driver. He smiled at you and asked if you were settled. You nodded and took your boxes from his car, tipped him, and watched him drive away.

In total you had about 6 boxes and a suitcase. You should had asked the kind taxi driver to help you, but he was already gone. You sighed, looking at the boxes, then picked one up. Suddenly you felt a tap on your shoulder. You spin to see a boy, who around 16 to 17 with soft blonde hair and reflective shades, staring back at you. "Need help?" He said in a cool tone, and it took you a moment to respond.

"W-wha…..oh help…umm…yes?" You stumbled for words, not knowing what to say at the beautiful boy in front of you. He smirked and grabbed 2 boxes.

"What room?" He was already walking toward the stairs before you had time to respond.

"23C" you manage to stumble out, grabbing a box and your [F/C] suitcase.

"Lucky for you, that's right next to me" Then it was silent. You didn't know what to say, and he didn't feel the need to. As you reached the door, you took the lead and opened it, the gestured for him to come inside. He set your boxes on the kitchen counter. "I'll be back with the rest" You just nod and watch him leave.

By the time your set down your boxes he was back, you blinked and stared at him in amazement. "h-how did you- who are you- " He placed the boxes down and put a finger to your lips, silencing you.

"Name's Strider, Dave Strider" and with a smirk, he was gone.