Breaking Barriers

"She's been up there for 2 hours now long does she need to get ready for a movie night "

Montana who used the extra time to simply paint her nails looked up at me. Kim finally bounced down the stairs " it's not just a movie night Lexi it's the night where everyone has their first impressions and if I don't look just right, they will talk about forever"

Not quite sure who gave her that idea if I'm being honest. Tonight, was the first Social night of the year.

I had just moved into our flat the other day and tonight they were hosting a night where we all camped outside watching a movie on their big screen. No doubt everyone was going to show up in Hope's to make friends before all the fresher's events start.

Kimberly dressed to impress in her tight black dress and sneakers. Myself and Tana dressed slightly more casual in Jeans and dressy tops.

" I don't think out of all of us I'm the best driver guys can someone else take the wheel. I only passed last month" I said nervously sitting behind the wheel.

My dad wanted me to have a car at uni because he said it would be cheaper than paying for all those bus tickets and ubers. He bought me and my closest cousin a car.

My cousin who lived at home with me decided to go to Manchester uni whilst I opted for going to London.

Kimberly shook her head and Montana didn't even make eye contact with me. Brilliant.

I carefully pulled out of our buildings car park and started our drive to the next campus where the movie was going to be held.

" tana I saw some of the boys last night and let me tell you they are so hot" Kimberly fanned herself from the back. Kim's brother is also at our uni and she went to drop off some stuff for him yesterday.

" Kim, I'm not here for boys," Tana said, which made me think that she could be lesbian.

Kim paused before asking " girls then" tana burst out laughing after a few tense moments. " no, I'm not a lesbian I'm here to study and make friends not to stress about boys "

Obviously, none of us has anything against lesbians and we would never judge someone if they like girls.

" how about you Lexi " they both turned to me. Am I thinking about boys? I mean I am a girl and boys are going to be on my mind.

Kim was slightly more interested when I didn't rush to say anything.

"no fucking way " she practically screamed. Thank God we were at a stop light.

Was I that obvious.

Truth is I have never had a boyfriend. Yes, I'd gone out with boys but never to the point where I was in a relationship. Dad was strict with having no boys and I respected him.

"you've never had a boyfriend" now even tana was fucking surprised.

I shook my head. They seemed to stay quiet.

"wow"

I don't see what the big deal is.

"so, I guess that means that you're still a virgin or have you done other stuff " Kim pressed on.

There have been many times where I have been put into a situation where I could give it to someone, but it just was never the right time or the right person.

Kyle was the only person I ever thought I could actually be with. Kyle was a sweet guy who I had known for a few years from our parents being friends. But with his past for cheating on girls, I just didn't see myself trusting him.

" I've done some stuff but nothing crazy," I told them turning into the parking area. I wasn't surprised when there were loads of cars already parked and people chatting with each other.

Thankfully the girl's attention was no longer on me and my lack of experience with boys it was now on everyone else. " please tell your dad I'm thankful he got you such a nice car" Kim said poking her head through the console before laughing as she got out of the car.

" Don't worry about the boy stuff Lexi. I wish I waited too" Tana followed after Kim giving me a few moments to myself. I'm not sad I haven't done it yet, but I did feel like I'll be left out on a lot of things.

I caught up to the girls as we all walked in. A group of 4 girls were walking inside with us introducing themselves.

When we entered there were so many students already sitting around. I sat in between tana and Kim near the middle. We chatted quietly to each other as we watched everyone come in.

" who knew Asian boys were so cute," Kim said staring over a group of boys who sat near the front. Asian boys are coming into their prime these days. Being a fellow Asian girl, I can really appreciate it. I'm only half Filipino so I can't really say much.

It took a long time before everyone was finally settled and the movie could start.

5 minutes in a pair of girls stopped at the end of our row. They were pretty adamant on sitting on this row and as they came to a stop in front of tana we realised why. Next to Tana sat a trio of guys.

"do you mind moving up," one of the girls asked us. This didn't really make any sense because the row was full on our side. They could sit on the row below us and still be close.

Kimberly jumped to the gun. "we can't, as you can see" the redhead glared at Kim who seemed unfazed by her stare.

"OI girls, you're blocking the screen" someone called from behind us. Other people pitched in shouting a bunch of things at them. Normally I would feel sorry for them but they kind of brought this upon themselves.

The guys beside tana whispered to each other " look we will move up two, there's no problem" they all moved up a seat and let the girls sit next to them. The girls looked happy, but they still were glaring over at us.

The redhead was very keen on talking to one of the guys. I couldn't quite see him but if she was that desperate, he must have been really something.

Multiple times throughout the movie I had to calm down Kimberly who was finding it very difficult to ignore the girls chatting loudly, giggling as they stared at us.

Sooner or later I was going to lose my cool.

Thankfully the movie finished in time for when I needed to use the toilet. Before the next movie started, I stood up and made my way out for the row. The guys on Kim's side were talking in a big group with the people in front so I had to pass the two annoying girls to get out.

I muttered as I passed them. From the corner of my eye, I could see the redhead nudge her friend and before I had time to react, she stuck her leg out making me lose my balance which resulted in me falling. I fell straight into one of the guy's laps.

The guy who I landed on chucked shooting his arms out to keep me steady. The girls were laughing like hyenas where Kim and tana were looking pissed off.

I never really knew any bitchy girls before so when Kimberly jumped to my defence yet again, I was thankful. At first, I didn't know if I would get along and trust the two. I mean I would have to because they are my roommates but at the same time, I had hoped I would get along with them.

" wow girls, you made her fall into a hot guys lap. You truly are evil" Kim said leaning forward and sending a wink my way. The guy tightened his hold on me. " you okay" he whispered. I nodded already pushing off to get up.

He helped me get up, pushing at my back. I carefully walked past them and headed to the toilets. As I stared back Kim and tana grabbed our stuff and followed me. I am waiting for them at the top with a smile on my face.

" hey girls "

We turned to see a blonde standing up from her seat.

" It would be a shame to leave so early. We should go grab some drinks at the uni bar what do you think" I smiled at her. I knew that she probably saw what happened and was probably feeling sorry for me.

" Yeah, we'd love that. Let me just use the toilet first and we will meet you there"

Our way to the toilet we were no longer thinking about the girls. We were happy that our first night wasn't going to be a total flop.

" IM SORRY OKAY" Kim shouted as both me and tana flared at her. If she wasn't so busy redoing her makeup, we could have avoided this.

The car park was packed so I relied on Kim to tell me if there was anyone coming. I definitely hit another car.

" oh boy," Kim mumbles getting out of the car.

"Is their car expensive?" I asked tana who looked nervous. Her silence wasn't really comforting me. she said nothing as she too climbed out.

Mustering up the courage I finally climbed out of the car. I needed to face this head on. Hopefully, there isn't any damage and they are nice enough to let me off.

I walked around to the back and glanced at the back of my car. A few scratches were there but that is easily fixable. The shining Mercedes icon on the other car was like a knife to the heart.

Why couldn't I have crashed into a Ford or Kia why a bloody Mercedes Benz.

"so, falling on my lap wasn't enough you just had to go and crash into my car" I winced as I heard a guys voice. He was looking at his car assessing the damage. I guess this was the guy who I fell on earlier. What are the odds?

Kim gasped whilst Tana was finding it impossible not to find the situation funny.

"don't flatter yourself "I mumbled rolling my eyes and looking closely at his car. Damn it there was a dent. The money I was saving for my rent was going to be spent on fixing this guys car.

I felt his presence next to me. "I'll pay for the damages, give me your number so we can sort it out tomorrow" I handed him my phone. When he didn't move to take it, I pressed into his chest.

"c' mon," I said urging him.

He laughed as he grabbed my phone "you'll definitely pay for it, but I don't want your money I think a favour sounds more interesting" my eyes widened as I watched him type away on my phone.

Favour?

I grabbed his arm before he could walk away "just take my money why make this hard" he smirked back at me. Yeah, he was enjoying this way too much I didn't like where this was heading. Not in the slightest.

"you're cute you know; I doubt you want to get rid of me so soon" great now he's not just annoying but a fucking fuckboy.

"I'm not doing you any sexual favours "I blurted out hating how he looked at me. the guys behind him were now laughing.

He slowly grinned over at me. "I never said anything about sexual favours" he tried not to smile but now he just looked constipated.

Luckily Kim jumped to my defence. "well if you don't want her to pay for it what do you suggest?" not quite the words I was expecting.

He seemed to finally tear his eyes away from me and stare at Kim who just smiled back being the confident girl she is.

I took this time to really look at this guy. His tanned skin really helped to compliment the dirty blonde hair and blue eyes. There was no doubt in the obvious fit physique of this guy.

"Well girls, you're going to have to give me some time to think about it" he sent them a wide grin. I prayed that they wouldn't fall for his charming ways but hook line and sinker they were silent just staring into his eyes.

Seems like God was working wonders for anyone but me because people were calling him.

"See you soon Alexis," he said his face coming close to mine. I was about to say something, but he ran off before I had the chance.

What an idiot.

How did he know my name? I picked up my phone which he oh so elegantly slid into my pocket. He must have seen it on my phone somewhere.

All three of us could only stand there staring at his form as he walked away. I noticed a girl stop and join us.

"Cole Hamilton is the devil" she whispered.

"A handsome devil" Kim chimed in.