This is the last chapter :(. But I must move on with other stories that I want to write. If you are going to review PLEASE tell me about how this story was to you. I don't really want to hear "Great story" or "I love the story". If you liked the story please tell me why. Anyway, on with the story.
Eleanor's POV
There were only three days left before tryouts. I have the advantage for now because Brittany explained to me how the first round of tryouts work. Stacey calls out some of the cheer leading moves. Then she test how loud we can cheer. Then, Brittany ask every girl that tried out why they want to become a cheerleader. Then they decide who goes to the finals.
Brittany didn't tell me how the finals work. I've been practicing day in and day night now. I'm trying my best learning how to do a back hands spring. Theodore and Brittany are putting a lot of pressure on me, but I didn't mind at all. It makes me stay focused. I'm doing all of this while trying to keep up with my school work and working on my tuba.
When I got to school, I went to my locker. I saw a note on it. The note said: "Good morning Eleanor. I just want to inform you that the prep rally has been changed on Friday. So you'll be doing your solo on your tuba on Friday and not Wednesday"
I gasp.
I can't do my solo on the day of tryouts! I'll miss out on tryouts and then I won't make it to the finals! Then I won't become a cheerleader! Somebody must have done this on purpose. They would never change my solo if they didn't want me at the tryouts. And I know who did this. Isn't it pretty obvious? It was Stacey and Amber!
Anger form in me. I'm sick of them, thinking that they're going to mess with me for the rest of high school.
I had a few more minutes before homeroom would start. I grabbed my things I need from my locker and went off to find Stacey and Amber. I marched passed the crowd of students in the hallway. Then that's when I saw the queens of bitches.
I marched right over to them and I smacked the coffee Amber was drinking right out of her hands. It landed on Stacey clothes.
"What the hell was that for?" they both screamed in unison.
"Oh, don't play dumb. You two know what you did."
"Are you insane! What are you talking about?" said Amber.
"You two changed the pep rally on the day of tryouts when you know I have to do a solo on my tuba. You did this so I couldn't make it to tryouts."
They both smirked at me.
"Oh well. You don't have any proof that we changed the pep rally. So I guess your not going to be a cheerleader." Stacey said, as if she didn't care.
"We'll see about that." I said as I walked off. The bell rang so I went to homeroom.
The day went on and I calmed down a bit.
Brittany's POV
Eleanor was so pissed this morning. It was so funny when she smacked the coffee out of Amber hands. The whole school is talking about it.
Right now I'm eating lunch with Alvin. Him and I are getting close. I think I'm starting to like him. Like Like him. But I have to stop. He broke up with me for a stupid reason. Then he got the audacity to go out with Stacey! I mean, come on! If he was trying to get back at me, at least do it with someone that is competition!
"Brittany, did you just heard what I said?" Alvin asked.
I snapped back into reality and gave him an innocent smile.
"Sorry, I was just daydreaming."
"Oh. As I was saying, you excited about tryouts?"
"Of course I am! Eleanor is going to be a cheerleader no matter what." I said with determination.
He let out a chuckle. Then he got serious.
"Brittany, there's something I wanted to tell you. And I finally got the courage to tell you I-"
I had to cut him off. I know where this is going. He want me back as his girlfriend. I'm not ready and I think I won't ever will be.
"Sorry Alvin, I just remember I got to give something to Sophia. I'll talk to you later." I gave him a quick hug and went out of the lunchroom. I ran towards the bathroom.
I locked myself in a bathroom stall and started crying.
I don't want to break his little heart, but I'm not ready for him to be my boyfriend again. I don't know what to do. In fact my emotions are all over the place.
But I can't let Eleanor see me like this. I'm her older sister. I'm Brittany Miller. The most popular, hottest girl, in this school! I can't go weak!
I got out of the bathroom stall and went towards the sink. I gave myself a little pep talk. After my pep talk, I added a fresh coat of lip gloss, smooth out my mini skirt, and strutted out the bathroom.
There's only one solution out of this issue, and that is play hard to get.
Eleanor's POV
After school I went to the principal's office to sort things out.
"I need to talk to Principal Burns." I demanded.
"I'm sorry. Principal Burns is not going to be available until tomorrow morning." the office lady said.
"I guess I'm going to wait right here until tomorrow morning." she wasn't going to get me to leave that easily. Do this lady know me? I'm Eleanor Miller.
She glared at me.
"Why are you in here anyway?" she snapped at me.
I ignore her smart remark and answered her question.
"I'm here because I want my tuba solo reschedule for another day instead in the day of tryouts." I explained.
"And why is that?"
"Because I can't do my solo when I'm doing tryouts!" I yelled. My goodness this lady is staring to annoy me.
"Well miss Eleanor, I'll change the date right now." she said. "What day you want to do your solo?"
"On Wednesday." I respond.
"Okay, it's now settle. I'll tell Principal Burns about the change of date."
After she said that I left to go home. I didn't bother to say thank you to her. What's the point saying thank you to someone that was just being ignorant to you.
I got home and started on my homework. I didn't have cheer practice until Brittany got home. Once I finished my homework, I started doing my chores. I started thinking about a cheer I have to do if I make it to the finals. It was my assignment from Brittany. I had to think about it later, because Brittany is home. So that means cheer practice.
"Eleanor, its time for practice." Brittany called out.
"Coming." I said. I changed into a large green T-shirt and wore green sweatpants.
We started doing our regular workouts and then I started doing cheer moves. I finally got the hang of doing a back hands spring! I'm proud of myself!
"Okay, let's take a 15 minute break." said Brittany.
I grabbed a bottle of water and started drinking,
"You did a great job, Ellie." Brittany said.
"Thanks, it's all because of you, Britt." I said once I was done drinking water. After the break we practice a bit more. After practice it was dinner time.
Ms. Miller went out for bingo night. So it was just the three of us.
Jeanette, Brittany, and I talked about our day. I have to admit we never really had the chance to talk like this since a long time ago. Ever since Brittany changed, we got closer to each other.
We finished eating and washed the dishes. Since I didn't have nothing else better to do, I took a shower and got ready for bed. Usually around this time I would call Theodore; but I don't want to. I think he's starting to like me in a different way. Don't get me wrong, I'm not avoiding him. I just feel that we need a little break from each other.
*Two days later. Wednesday, Brittany's POV*
Today was the day for Eleanor's solo. Usually, I wouldn't be excited for pep rally's or Eleanor playing her tuba. I used to think that Eleanor playing her tuba was so annoying. But now I accept the fact that she's never going to stop playing it. But I'm still not excited about the pep rally.
I know what your thinking. Your thinking this: "What! Are you crazy? Your a cheerleader. Cheerleaders are supposed to be excited about pep rally's."
Yeah, your right about that. Cheerleaders are supposed to be excited about pep rally's. Just not me. I find it a waste of time. We jump around and yell; trying to get the other students to have school spirit. What's the point of that?
But anyway, enough about pep rally's.
So far I haven't talk to Alvin since Monday. He's been calling me, but I'm still playing hard to get. I think its cute. But wait. What if he see right through my act? What if he starts to play hard to get? Or what if he surprise me with something? Maybe I should stop the act. Wouldn't that be a good thing to do?
I have no choice to figure that out until after this pep rally. I signaled all the other cheerleaders to get into positions. Eleanor goes on right after us. I could hear Principals Burns presenting us. As soon as he was finished, we started running out jumping and screaming "Go lions!"
We did a little performance and a few tricks. When we was done with our little performance the crowd broke into a applause. I put on a fake smile. Before we went back to the locker room Stacey did a slutty cartwheel, earning a few hollers from the boys. Yuck, is all I can say.
"Good job, everyone." I said once everyone was in the locker room changing.
Eleanor's POV
It's now the time for my solo. I'm nervous and I have no idea why. I've done this already before. Maybe because the whole school might laugh at me? I'm going to perform up on a stage, alone, playing a tuba. I'm not really that type of person that wants attention. That's Brittany. But I have no choice. I just hope they won't laugh at me. I already have been humiliated too many times. I took a deep breath.
'This is it' I thought.
I began to play. While playing, I looked around at the audience. Some students were smiling at me. Others were giving me envy glares. What for? I have no idea.
As I was done with my solo, I was expecting that guy to throw a hot dog at me or someone to start booing. Instead the students were cheering. And for me. Is this a dream?
I got off the little wooded stage and went into the locker room to change out of my band uniform. Once I was done changing and out of the locker room, I was hugged by Theodore.
"Great job, cutiepie."
"Thanks, teddy."
*Gasps* Did I just called Theodore; Teddy? I hope he didn't hear that.
"Is that my nickname for you?"
"Um, yes. Do you like it?" I decided to play along. It's better to do that than say. "Sorry Theodore. I didn't mean to say that even though I'm madly in love with you."
"Of course I do. You gave it to me." he said with a wink.
Oh my goodness! I think he likes me more than a friend! The wink has to be a sign.
*Later on in the day* Brittany's POV
I'm home trying to finish up my math homework, but I can't concentrate. Alvin is still calling me and I'm still ignoring him. Maybe I should call him back.
'No Brittany. Make him beg for you.' my conscience told me.
This is harder than I thought. Just then Eleanor came in my room.
"Hey Brittany. Do you have time to talk?"
"Well, I'm trying to finish my math homework. But I need a break from it, so yeah we can talk. What did you wanted to talk about?"
"Do you have any ideas why everyone was cheering for me during my solo?"
"Um, yeah! Isn't it obvious. You were great out there Eleanor. That and your reputation has upgraded. Ever since you started to stand up for yourself people have been admiring you." I explained.
"Really?" she sound so surprised. I thought she notice. If I was her I would.
"Yes, really."
"Wow." she said.
"Not trying to be mean, but is that all you wanted to talk about? Because I really need help with my math homework." I said.
"Yes, that was all."
"You can help me with my math homework?"
"Maybe I can't, but Jeanie can."
I smiled.
"Okay, thanks, Ellie."
"No problem, Britt."
Lucky me Jeanette wasn't busy so she helped me out with my math homework. I really must be lucky. I have two sisters that care for me.
*Friday, backstage. Eleanor's POV*
Friday is here. I'm so nervous. Prickly heat started to form on my body. Was it because I'm trying out? Yeah, of course. Even though I'm nervous, I shouldn't be. I should be nervous if I make it to the finals. That's even worse. Performing in front of the whole student body. Plus three judges watching every move you make. Watching if your going to be perfect or if your going to screw up.
Myself and all of the other girls that are waiting in the gym for tryouts to start. Brittany and Stacey are having an "discussion" outside of the gym. I let out a little giggle. I doubt it that they're having a discussion. Brittany probably on the edge of killing the little bitch ass. Moments later both of them entered the gym.
"Everyone, form a line." Brittany ordered. We did what we was told to do.
"Okay girls, only three of you can make it on my squad, then you need to give out your all." Stacey explained.
Brittany shot her a death glare. Most likely because Stacey is trying to brag about herself, even though it isn't her squad.
"Okay, I'm going to call out some cheer leading moves. Each of you will do them." Stacey explained.
She called out almost every cheer leading move. Split, cartwheel, back flip, front layout, etc. Some of these girls were real good at the moves. Some of them were all over the place. Crashing into stuff. I think I was average. Brittany then gave me a warm smile. Stacey saw what she did and did the 'cut off your neck type of thing'.
"Next we are going to see how loud you can cheer. I'll call you up one by one. Then you will say 'Go Lions' as loud as you can." Brittany explained.
So the others and I cheered as loud as we can. Some were good, and some were just weird. But I'm not the one to judge anyway. That's Brittany and Stacey job. In my opinion, some of these girls don't deserve to be one. They just want to be a cheerleader so they can be popular. Which isn't true most of the time. Their are some people that are cheerleaders but are not popular at all.
"Okay Eleanor, Why do you want to be a cheerleader?" Brittany asked.
"I want to be a cheerleader because I will put my heart and soul into it. I would also make a difference on the team, in a good way. And to prove to people that you can do anything you want to do if you focus." I answered.
Stacey made a gagging noise. But I don't care anymore. She's not going to change my mind about becoming a cheerleader. No matter how much she tries to discourage me.
"Okay girls. The first part of tryouts is now over. By Monday we'll let you know who made it to part two of tryouts." Stacey explained. After she said that, everyone started to pack up their things and left the gym.
"So who do think we should pick?" Brittany asked Stacey.
"Layla was okay, Jenna was good, Ashely need some work."
"What about Eleanor?"
"Surprisingly, she wasn't all that bad like I gs thought she would be." Stacey said.
"Of course she wouldn't be bad. She has the best couch ever." Brittany pointed at herself, feeling proud.
Stacey rolled her eyes. "Whatever, let's just make the list that of who is moving on to the second part of tryouts."
Eleanor's POV
I'm glad tryouts is over. Well, at least the first part of it. I wonder what Theodore is doing? I let out a giggle. I sound like such a stalker. I hope I move on to the second part. What if I do make it? I'll be so happy. I just hope I don't screw up in front of the judges. That would be very embarrassing.
Maybe I did a good job after all? Maybe I can be the cheerleader I always wanted to be? Maybe one day I'll confess my feelings for Theodore? Maybe we can go out?
I snapped out of my thoughts after I accidentally bumped into someone. I fell back on my butt.
"Are you alright cutiepie?" I blushed sightly. I know Theodore's voice from anywhere. I can't believe he saw me fall on my butt. He put my hands in his, and pulled me up to my feet.
"Yeah, I'm fine. My butt just stings a bit, that's all."
"Maybe I can help it feel better." he said with a wink. I started to blush again.
"Nah, I'm not up for that type of thing anyway." I said as I started to walk home again.
"Hold it right there Ellie." he ordered. Then he put his arm around my waist. I looked at him suspiciously.
"What are you doing?" I asked, as I tried to get out of his grip.
"There's been something I needed to ask you." he suddenly got serious.
I gave him a look that told him to get on with it.
"Ellie, I like you. Like like you. Since the moment I saw you, I wanted to go out with you. But I was scared of rejection. Eleanor Miller, will you go out with me?"
I stood there in shock. I never thought this day would come. Is this a dream? Or just a beautiful nightmare? Someone throw some cold water in my face!
"Ellie, you there?" Theodore asked with a worried look on his face.
"Oh! So sorry Teddy. I just zoned out. I'll be honored to be your girlfriend." I said with a smile forming on my face. Theodore's response was picking me up and twirling me around.
"This is the best day of my life." Theodore whispered in my ear.
"Ditto for me." I whispered back.
Brittany's POV
When I was done making the list of the finalist, I started to drive home. I can't stop thinking about Alvin. I really want to talk to him, but I must be strong. I started thinking about how I changed my life. Is was for the best right? I mean my sisters and I did get closer to each other. I'm a whole lot nicer, but is still popular and pretty.
Do Alvin still like me since I changed? I hope so. When I got home, I collapsed on the couch. I'm so tried. I dragged myself upstairs in my room. When I opened my door, I saw a figure in the darkness. I let out a small squeal and grabbed the closet thing near me, which was a banana. I threw the banana at the figure.
"Hey what the hell was that for?" I heard a familiar voice say. I starting looking for the light switch by touching the wall. Once I felt the switch I turned on the light.
I see Alvin with that cocky grin on my face.
"What the fuck are you doing sneaking in my room? I can call the fucking police for you breaking and entering." I said, with my arms around my chest.
"Looks like some one is feisty." he said with a smirk. I couldn't help but crack a small smile.
"You got that right. Tell me why are you in my room." I demanded.
"Lately, you've been avoiding me and not talking to me. So, the only way I could get you to talk to me was sneaking into your room." he explained coolly.
"How did you get in?"
He simply pointed at the window. I slap my forehead. I should have known. Silence fell over between us. Finally, I spoke up.
"So, what did you wanted to talk to me about?" I asked curiously.
"Well Britt, I'm just going to get to the point. You like me and I like you. So let's go out." he said. Then he started to get close to me. I back away as much as I could. But then my back was near the wall. I was in a dead end.
"Britt, I know you want me. I can see it in the look in your eyes. You try to hide your feelings by avoiding me. But you and I both know that avoiding me is going to help you." he said. I looked away from him. He was right. I am trying to hide my feelings. But what else can I do? He's with Stacey. The ugly witch from hell.
"Why are you even saying this? You have a girlfriend. So you can just leave me alone." I said as I tried to get away from me. But he was blocking my path.
"Not anymore. I broke up with Stacey. She's such a pussy for me. I love you Brittany." He said and titled my head up.
I can't let him kiss me. He's just going to break up with me. He's trying to brainwash me. I can't let this shit happen again.
"I know you Alvin. Your just trying to get in my pants. Why don't you just leave me alone."
"I'm afraid I can't do that Brittany. I'm not trying to trick you or use you. I really do love you Brittany, forever and always."
I looked into his eyes. He was right, he's not tricking or using me. We stared at each other with loving looks and he leaned in and kiss me. I felt the spark right away. His lips taste yummy and full of flavor. I insert my tongue into his mouth and we started french kissing, when air became a problem we stopped kissing.
"I love you Alvin."
"I love you too Brittany."
Monday Eleanor's POV
I got to school, feeling as if I was going to shit my pants. I was so nervous to see that list. Luckily Theodore was right by my side.
"Ellie, everything is going to be okay. I'm right here for you. All you have to do is look at the list."
"But I don't want to Teddy."
"Do you want me to see if you made it?"
"Yes please." I said very nicely and closed my eyes.
I felt Theodore let go of my hand, and I'm assuming he's looking at the list. He then walked back and kissed my hand. I opened my eyes.
"Well? Did I make it to the finals?" I asked.
"You sure did cutiepie!' he exclaimed wrapping his arms around me. I let out a squeal,but I wanted to see for myself now. I got out of his grip and walked bravely to the list. I scrolled down the list and saw my name. I made it! I'm going to the finals!
I screamed and started to dance. People were looking at me, but I don't give a shit. I'm getting closer to becoming a cheerleader!
Just then I heard a gagging sound, I stopped screaming and dancing and turned around. Stacey and Amber was right behind me.
"I see you saw the list." Amber said while sneering at me.
"Obviously." I said plainly. She wasn't going to ruin my joy.
"Well don't hype yourself up yet. you still have to do finals, and only three get picked to be cheerleaders." Stacey said.
"I know, I know. You just better have my uniform ready." I finals wasn't until Friday, just like how the first part of tryouts was. So I'm practicing even harder than before. I need to impress those judges. I want to become a cheerleader so badly that I'm not eating dessert for the rest of the week.
Friday: Eleanor's POV
This is it. I'm with all the others girls who made it to the finals backstage of the auditorium. Brittany ans Stacey were here too.
"You got this in the bag, Ellie. Just do your best." Brittany said to me.
"I hope you fall right on your ass, bitch." Stacey said right after Brittany was out of earshot.
"Just shut hell up Stacey, no one is afraid of you but Amber." I said and walked away.
I poked my head out of the curtains. the judges look serious and cold. But that didn't change my mood. I looked over and saw Theodore, Alvin, and Jeanette waving at me. I waved back. Jeanette even skipped school so she can see me tryout. I love my sisters. I closed the curtains once the finals began to start.
"Good afternoon West Eastmen. We are gather here to see who will become a cheerleader. Let's begin."
So they called out the name in order for who goes fist. I have to admit, I have some competition.
"And now Eleanor Miller." the announcer said.
And ran out happily out on stage like any cheerleader would. I started doing cartwheels and back flips. Then after that I raise my hand up in the go team position. Next, I started my cheer.
I am here and I won't stop, I'm going to rock it to the top
With my style and my flare, I'll do moves you wouldn't dare
I'll do my best and strive to the end
Because I never quit
If you don't like it, too bad deal with it
Gooooo lions!
After my cheer, I did my back hands spring. I took a bow and ran off stage. The crowd started cheering.
"Ellie, you were great! They loved you out there!" Brittany said and gave me a hug. Then Theodore, Jeanette, and Alvin approached us.
"Sis, I have to say you were killing it out there." Jeanette said.
"You can say that again." Theodore said and winked at me. I started to blush a little.
"The judges are voting now." Alvin said.
"We should get back to our seats." Jeanette suggested.
"We'll see you guys later." Alvin said and gave quick peck on Brittany lips.
"You two go out now?"
"Duh Ellie. Your like four days late."
"Well excuse me for not being all gossip girl.
Just then the announcer started to speak.
"May all the girls please come out on stage." the announcer said. We did as what we was told.
"We now have the results."
'This is my moment. The time to know if I made the squad or not.' I thought, while crossing my fingers.
"Congratulations to Layla George, Maya Hunt, and Raven Taylor. You three are now cheerleaders of West Eastmen."
My heart suddenly dropped. I felt pale. I really thought I was going to be a cheerleader...
Brittany's POV
I was not going to let this happen. It must have been a set up. Those girls are good, but not as good as Eleanor. I ran out on stage and grabbed the mic from the announcer.
"Everyone listen up!" I yelled through the mic. The students began to stop their cheering and calmed down.
"As you should know, I'm Brittany Miller, cheer leading captain. I've been working for weeks to train my sister Eleanor Miller to become a cheerleader. Lately, I've been losing my spirit to cheer leading. With that said I'm done with being a cheerleader. So there is now a new spot on the squad" I said.
I heard gasps everywhere around the auditorium. I saw Amber and Stacey smirking at me. I then looked at the judges to say something.
"Well, since their is a new spot on the squad, our final new cheerleader is Eleanor Miller." the judges said.
I ran to Eleanor and hugged her. We started to jumping and squealing together. Jeanette, Alvin, and Theodore joined us all well. Eleanor finally has her dreams come true. She is now a cheerleader.
*two months later* Eleanor's POV
I quit band, and enjoying cheer leading. Since Brittany quit being a cheerleader, Stacey is now captain. In case your wondering, yes she's still a bitch. I guess some people don't ever change. Theodore and I are still going out. The same with Alvin and Brittany.
Jeanette is even doing some flirting to some guy name Simon at her school. I trained to become a cheerleader, and in the process I unmade one.
Just goes to show, you can be anything you want to be if you out your mind to it. And that's how I got made into a cheerleader.
The end. I know it's been a while since I updated. But I think I made it up to you by writing over 5,000 words for this chapter. Sorry their isn't going a sequel to this. And for people who read "Heartbroken two: I've moved on" and "The new comers" I'll do my best to update ASAP. Be on the look out for a Christmas story with my OC'S. Hoped you enjoy reading this story, I certainly enjoyed writing it.
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