A/N: Hello everyone! So excited to be working on my first multi-chapter story! I'm really excited for this and I hope you all enjoy it! :)

Prologue

"Come on Kendall, it's not that bad." Logan said, forever trying to be the voice of reason.

"I know that. But I still don't feel like being here." I grumbled as we walked through the halls.

Today was the first day of our senior year, a day that should've been exciting. And while part of me was excited, I couldn't help but feel a little off. I had been feeling like this ever since I woke up this morning, and of course my mom wouldn't let me skip my first day of senior year so I couldn't talk her into letting me stay home.

"Hey guys!" Carlos said as he quickly made his way over to us.

"Hey Carlitos." I said, throwing an arm over his shoulders.

I had to admit, I felt a little better now that Carlos was with us. But there was one thing, one thing that was keeping me from being one hundred percent happy on a day that I should probably feel pretty excited. And by the look Logan was giving me, I was pretty sure he knew what that something was.

We had started heading to our first class of the day, Carlos walking ahead as Logan and I trailed behind him.

"Are you okay?" Logan asked in a hushed yet concerned tone, making sure that nobody else could hear.

"I'm fine. It's just…" I said, watching as his look when from one of concern to one of understanding.

"You're thinking about him. Aren't you?" He asked in a knowing tone.

"It's that obvious huh?" I asked while chuckling a little, trying to lighten the mood.

"It's going be okay." He said, giving my shoulder a comforting squeeze as we walked into the class.

The three of us talked about random stuff for a few minutes before immediately shutting up as Miss Collins walked in.

"Morning class." She chirped, getting a few half-hearted responses in return. "We have a new student joining us today. He came all the way from New York so I want you all to make him feel at home. James?" She called out into the hallway.

I immediately stiffened at the name, and out of the corner of my eyes, I could see Carlos and Logan becoming interested as well.

'It can't really be James can it? I mean, James is a pretty common name. I'm sure it's someone else.' I thought to myself.

I was getting ready to talk with Logan for a minute when the new guy walked in, my heart literally sipping a beat at the sight.

He was way taller, and he was definitely in shape now, but looking at those hazel eyes, I immediately knew that it was none other than James Diamond.

"Alright, this is James Diamond everyone. Why don't you tell the class a little bit about yourself James." Miss Collins suggested, giving him an encouraging smile.

"Um, well like she said, I moved here from New York. I'm 18, not really into any sports except for hockey. And I love music." He said, voice alot stronger and much more confident than I remember. Actually, his entire presence seemed more confident than I remember…

I was only five years old when when I first met James.

It was recess so everyone was playing on the playground. But I noticed one boy in particular who was surrounded by a group of other boys, looking to be on the verge of tears.

I quickly got up, making my way over to the boy.

"Hey!" I yelled, immediately grabbing the attention of everyone in the group.

I looked over at the slightly chubby boy, noticing both the shock and hurt on his face. I gave him a reassuring smile before turning my attention back to the three boys surrounding him. But right when I was getting ready to give them a piece of my mind, the bell rang, signaling the end of recess.

The three boys quickly ran off leaving the two of us alone.

"Are you okay?" I asked, watching as his cheeks turned a deep shade of pink.

I was expecting him to say something, but instead he just meekly nodded his head, with more tears coming seconds later.

"Hey, what's wrong?" I asked, quickly becoming worried.

"T-they said that I d-don't have any f-friends because I'm f-fat." He choked out, clearly hurt and upset.

I even found myself getting upset. They had absolutely no right to say to him!

"Come here." I said, pulling the boy in for a hug. "They're wrong. You're not fat. You're perfect just the way you are." I said honestly.

He really wasn't fat. He just had a little more meat on his bones than some other people.

"R-really?" He asked, looking up at me with his big eyes. I had never really seen anything like them. They were a light greenish color with a little red in them, along with what looked like flecks of gold. I had to admit, they were pretty breathtaking.

"Really. And I'll be your friend. If you'll let me that is." I said, not wanting to force him into being my friend if he didn't want to be.

"You mean it?" He asked, his eyes lighting up a little.

"Of course. We'll be best friends. I can feel it." I said, watching as a smile formed on the other boys face. "My names' Kendall Knight. What's yours?"

"James. James Diamond." He said a little sheepishly, still seeming a little nervous.

"Well James, I think this is the start of a beautiful friendship." I said as I threw an arm around James' shoulder, listening as he giggled a little.

True to my word, we soon became best friends, virtually inseparable. Wherever he went, I went. And wherever I went, he went.

It wasn't until a year later, when we met both Carlos and Logan, that things started to change. It wasn't anything too major, it was just that we didn't spend alot of time together, just the two of us, like we used to.

Logan and Carlos didn't hear the story of how James and I met until a little while later, when things had changed. I remember the pair laughing, teasing me about how protective I was even as a kid.

But looking at James now, I realized how different he really looked.

Every area where he had a little more meat on his bones was now replaced with lean muscle, he was definitely taller, but that was pretty much expected given how many years it had been since I had seen him. That's when I noticed his eyes. His eyes that used to shine and have so much life and joy in them, were now dull and practically lifeless. I could also see right through the smile that he currently had plastered on his face.

"Aright, thank you James. Now it seems like the only available seat is next to Kendall so that'll have to your seat for now." She said to James before turning her attention to me. "Kendall, please raise your hand so James can see you."

I could practically feel Carlos and Logan staring at me the entire time as I hesitantly raised my hand, watching as James' gaze wandered over to me.

I don't know what I expected. Maybe for some kind of recognition to flash across his face. Maybe even some anger… So I was suprised to get absolutely no emotion or sign of recognition from the brunet as he wordlessly walked over to me, taking the seat right next to me.

I subtly watched as he took out a tablet and a pen to take notes as Miss Collins got ready for the lesson. And after still getting no sign of recognition from James, I turned towards Carlos and Logan, who were staring at me with wide eyes. I gave them a shrug before looking towards Miss Collins, who was still preparing for the lesson. I decided to take this chance to try and talk to James.

"James?" I softly called out, hoping to get some kind of response from the brunet. But instead he just ignored me, like I hadn't said anything at all.

"James." I said a little louder this time, only to get the same result.

I let out a sigh of frustration, quickly losing my temper. I was getting ready to say something that I probably would regret, when Miss Collins suddenly spoke up, saying that it was time for the lesson to start.

I spared one last look at James before turning back towards the board, deciding that I wasn't going to get anywhere with him right now. I should've known that he wouldn't want anything to do with me. Especially after what happened.

But he couldn't ignore me forever. I was going to make sure of it.

That's a wrap for the Prologue! Next chapter is going to pick up where this one left off. I really would like your thoughts before I continue though. Should I continue? And if so, should I make this a Slash story or just keep it as a friendship? And if you want Slash, what pairings would you like to see. Also, if there's anything else you'd like to see in the story, just let me know and I'll do my best to incorporate them! :)

-Rusher0994