Maya's POV

So it has been 4 years since Cowboy over here got Riles wrapped around his little finger. Truthfully I'm a bit irritated that she rather spend time with her oh so special boyfriend than the girl that been with her since we were 2. I honestly believe that I'm not her best friend anymore, even though she's still mine.

"Aww, Lukie-Pokie!" The girl brunette said oh so irritatingly.

"Anything for you, my darlin'" He said trying not to cringe at his given nickname, not like she would notice like every single day during lunch.

Gag. How can anyone be so sappy and abhorrent. That's right, Maya knows extravagant words. Ever since Riley is too 'busy' for me I started to study and I was hang around Farkle a little too much.

Whoever thought 16 year old Maya would have straight A's and B's with an occasional C but only because I have 3 jobs now. I don't even go to the Mathew's in the morning anymore.

First job on Monday to Friday it starts at 4:00 am till 7:30 am at a bakery then from Monday's to Thursday from 5:00 pm to 12:00 am hosting, busser or a waitress. On Friday to Sunday a bartender from 4:00 pm till 3:00 am. I try and do my homework a week in advance so it doesn't interfere with my jobs.

I should be tired but I have no one to distract me plus im saving up for college since its the only thing I can hope for anymore, so i can finally get out of here away from my mom, away from Riley... away from memories.

Most people cry in self pity... but me, I indulge in arts. It has always been a passion but no one really knows except the drunken guys at the bar begging me to sing and dance. But sometimes when I'm at the bakery preparing or cleaning up the restaurant I will hum or sing to myself. Riley doesn't care to know and no one is close enough to want to know. My drawing got better so when ever I can't sing or listen to music, I draw.

"Maya, are you okay? you've been spacing out for 5 minute." A charming voice broke my thoughts.

"I'm fine. Where's Riley?" I said realizing the ignorant girl not around.

"Using the bathroom, are you sure your fine?" changing the subject back on me.

"I- why do you care?" I said bluntly.

Obviously surprised from my outburst. "Of cour-"

"I'm back my Snuggle Bunny!" Completely ignoring the alluring blonde while interrupting her dear boyfriend.

How could someone so dear to you change all because of a guy... all because there was a better person. A better offer.

If only she could be herself again, her awkward fun self but now, now she dresses differently with a new found arrogance, and a complete bitch personality. She's covered in make up, wears really short shorts, and tops that are a little too short for comfort. I can imagine the fights she gets into at home about how she acts and dresses.

*BRRRIINNNNNGGGG* *BRRIIINNNNNGGGG* *BRRIIINNNNNGGGG*

"Today class we will be doing something differently." Mr. Matthews said to the basically dead class.

Ever since Riley and I stopped being besties the playful banter stopped, the happy energy decreased even Farkle time just... ended.

This wasn't such a surprise when he changes up the lesson. "I want everyone to pair up with someone and find each others talent then compromise so you can sign up for the talent show."

"Also it counts for 15% of your grade and if you don't do it you have to do something embarrassing front of the class. The talent show sign ups end on Monday after school." Everyone groaned.

Riley flipped her hair back, probably stunning everyone that she didn't get whiplash, to look at Lucas all the way to back of the room the farthest away from her. She tried shooting a 'sexy' smile at her boyfriend who kinda just awkwardly sat there.

"Riley you will go with... Farkle!" The teenager caked in make up fumed.

"But daddy! I wanna be with Lucas! How can you do this to me?!" screeched the mellow dramatic 16 year old.

Ignoring her the teacher moved on. "Mr. Frair you will be with... Ms. Hart."

"WHAT? YOUR GIVING THAT BITCH LUCAS?"

Wow thanks bestie. This bitch doesn't even want your slave.

"Riles. Its alright, Maya is your best friend and you shouldn't say things like that." Lucas trying to calm her down.

"Well, I don-" Riley was cut off by an angry voice.

"Ms. Matthews, a months detention and apologize NOW."

"Fine. I'm sorry... that your jealous of me because I'm more popular than you and have a hot boyfriend. #yoursingleforlife #sorrynotsorry."

"That's its 2 months detention and go to the principle office now!" Mr. Matthews boiled in rage.

Rolling her eyes she left blowing a kiss to country boy. I do not envy him having to deal with such a diva.

*BRRRIINNNNNGGGG* *BRRIIINNNNNGGGG* *BRRIIINNNNNGGGG*

"Have a good weekend, everyone except Ms. Hart may leave." Mr. Matthews said exasperated.

"Yes, Mr. Matthews?" I spoke hesitatingly as he polped down on his chair.

"How are you Maya?" he said concerned with his aged eyes.

"Well lately I've been getting straight A's." I replied.

"That's good, but you know what I mean. Are you happy?" He stared at me.

"Uh... I..." I dont have an answer.

Seeing my discomfort he moved on. "Maya, we miss you. Where do you go in the morning have you been eatting lately, getting enough sleep, is your life at home okay?"

Nope, nope and nope.

"I'm alright Mr. Matthews, I've just been busy lately and your daughter and I aren't exactly on the same page." Reasuring him.

"The first time you didn't come to breakfast Riley said you have been working, is that true?" Worry still in his face.

"Yeah it is, at a bakery in the morning." I said looking down.

"Its not your only job is it?" I nodded in reponse.

"Maya you can't over work yourself, an you need to eat more you've gotten so thin." he said softly with a sympathy in his voice.

Mine wavered. "I just need the money for college, Iv'e saved up a lot of it now by senior year I'll be able to push myself through college with some to spare, I did the math."

"Well can you visit tomorrow, we'll make sure Riley not there she's having her date till 5 then she's sleeping over at Missy's." The closes thing I have to a father begged me.

"..." i stared at the ground thinking. "Okay but 3rd job starts at 4."

"Great come over at 12 so you can get some rest before you come." he said relived.