▬▬▬ JO DRAGOSTE ⇵
Dialogue ● #F573FE / Thought ● #48CBAE
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A scientist once estimated that it takes seven years for us to truly get over something because that’s when all of the cells in your body have died and been reborn. Unfortunately for Jo, it had only been two months since the day a single drunk driver caused her crashing, burning life to come to a screeching halt. It’s a terrible thought, but on those nights when the allure of the bottle was too great, Jo thanked god for what had happened. Her mother was the main source of abuse in her life; with her father being the one who just stepped back and threw the occasional insult. But at the same time, she cursed the mythological deity for killing her brother; the only person on earth who she could have a real, adult conversation with without being criticized or verbally abused. Despite the fact that he, in essence, was the reason she was constantly assaulted was because of how perfect and better he was. But he really was perfect; such a kind, pure person didn’t deserve to suffer in this cruel, terrible world.
For the first week, the only color Jo sported was black. If not for her bright pink hair, most of her fellow students would have assumed she was just stuck in her scene/emo phase. During the second week, she met a girl named Katherine. Well, Jo had met her before; Katherine was suppose to be her “guardian”: aka the person in charge of showing Jo around and helping her adjust to her new surroundings. The two didn’t start really connecting until Katherine found Jo crying alone in the bathroom. After that day, she was Kat, otherwise known as Jo’s new best friend.
When Kat was assigned as Jo’s guardian, Jo was put into all of the same classes as her except for first period; the class was entirely full when Jo was transferred. That was until a student in that class switched out. So now Jo had first period Biology with her new best friend. Life really couldn’t be any better for her. Well, that’s what she kept telling herself, anyways. There were so many ways in which her life could improve, but Jo was not one to dwell on the things she didn’t have.
Now, three weeks since she transferred, Jo’s wardrobe was almost back to it’s usual vibrant self. Today she sporting a mellow green, knee-length dress with a dark blue jacket and some navy converse. It wasn’t exactly warm out, so part of Jo regretted not going for some slacks or jeans. But regardless, she had picked out her own outfit, so she had to deal with the consequences.
So here she was, on a crisp, early autumn morning, walking to class with Kat by her side. Jo wore a pair of red headphones with one ear of it pushed to the side so she could hear the incessant babble coming from Kat’s mouth. Kat was probably the only person Jo has met that talks more than her. Something about… a movie that came out recently with this super hot actor. Kat was well aware of Jo’s sexuality, but she seems to forget things. The thrumming of Sara Bareilles’ elegant voice filled her ears. She hummed along to the song until a soft touch to her shoulder caused her to jump. “So are you going to tell me what song you’re listening to or do I have to take those headphones off of your head?” Despite the fact that she realized Jo hadn’t even been listening to her, Kat’s voice was still patient.
“Uh… Uncharted by Sara Bareilles. It’s a cute, feel good type song, I suppose.” Jo’s voice was quiet and her books were clung tightly to her chest, displaying her moodiness. She hadn’t gotten the proper amount of sleep last night and her father was still dodging her calls.
Small talk ensued. Nothing too crazy; Jo finally agreed to talk about that “super hot dude” in the latest action movie. They walked into the Biology room and Jo immediately recognized a few faces, but most were unknown to her. Jo sat down next to Kat and took a look around, waving at some friends.
Class was about to start when a flash of blonde hair caught her attention. Jo couldn’t help but stare; the way that the sun gleamed off of her golden locks and framed her sharp, captivating face entranced her. Kat tapped her shoulder again, making Jo jump once more. “Do you know who you’re ogling at, Jo?” A confused shake of her head from Jo gave Kat her answer. “That’s Eden Storm, Monarch’s finest troublemaker. Her name reveals all you need to know; she’s a storm with winds so strong that they drag people in and get them into all sorts of trouble. I’d say steer clear of her.” Jo took another long stare before looking back at her desk.
It wasn’t long before the teacher called for the class’ attention with a couple of loud claps. “Alright students, settle down.” Jo noticed him cast a weary glance in the direction of the blonde beauty from before, as if hoping that she would comply without resistance. Before anyone could say anything, the teacher spoke up once more. “I’m sorry to announce, but Karen Sycow will no longer be attending class with all of you. But, in her place, I’d like to welcome Josette Dragoste. She recently started school here, so some of you may know her, but I wanted to introduce her regardless.” He smiled at her warmly, but all of this attention from her peers only made Jo nervous and uncomfortable. There was an odd pause as he continued to look at her, and it wasn’t until a few seconds after that Jo realized that he wanted her to get up and say something. Swallowing hard, she stood up and glanced around the room like a deer caught in headlights.
“I, uh… Look forward to learning alongside all of you.” Jo could practically feel the burning of the red on her cheeks as she sat back down, hoping that all of the attention will be drawn away from her.
“Alright then! Let’s get started!”
And Jo sighed with relief.
For the first week, the only color Jo sported was black. If not for her bright pink hair, most of her fellow students would have assumed she was just stuck in her scene/emo phase. During the second week, she met a girl named Katherine. Well, Jo had met her before; Katherine was suppose to be her “guardian”: aka the person in charge of showing Jo around and helping her adjust to her new surroundings. The two didn’t start really connecting until Katherine found Jo crying alone in the bathroom. After that day, she was Kat, otherwise known as Jo’s new best friend.
When Kat was assigned as Jo’s guardian, Jo was put into all of the same classes as her except for first period; the class was entirely full when Jo was transferred. That was until a student in that class switched out. So now Jo had first period Biology with her new best friend. Life really couldn’t be any better for her. Well, that’s what she kept telling herself, anyways. There were so many ways in which her life could improve, but Jo was not one to dwell on the things she didn’t have.
Now, three weeks since she transferred, Jo’s wardrobe was almost back to it’s usual vibrant self. Today she sporting a mellow green, knee-length dress with a dark blue jacket and some navy converse. It wasn’t exactly warm out, so part of Jo regretted not going for some slacks or jeans. But regardless, she had picked out her own outfit, so she had to deal with the consequences.
So here she was, on a crisp, early autumn morning, walking to class with Kat by her side. Jo wore a pair of red headphones with one ear of it pushed to the side so she could hear the incessant babble coming from Kat’s mouth. Kat was probably the only person Jo has met that talks more than her. Something about… a movie that came out recently with this super hot actor. Kat was well aware of Jo’s sexuality, but she seems to forget things. The thrumming of Sara Bareilles’ elegant voice filled her ears. She hummed along to the song until a soft touch to her shoulder caused her to jump. “So are you going to tell me what song you’re listening to or do I have to take those headphones off of your head?” Despite the fact that she realized Jo hadn’t even been listening to her, Kat’s voice was still patient.
“Uh… Uncharted by Sara Bareilles. It’s a cute, feel good type song, I suppose.” Jo’s voice was quiet and her books were clung tightly to her chest, displaying her moodiness. She hadn’t gotten the proper amount of sleep last night and her father was still dodging her calls.
Small talk ensued. Nothing too crazy; Jo finally agreed to talk about that “super hot dude” in the latest action movie. They walked into the Biology room and Jo immediately recognized a few faces, but most were unknown to her. Jo sat down next to Kat and took a look around, waving at some friends.
Class was about to start when a flash of blonde hair caught her attention. Jo couldn’t help but stare; the way that the sun gleamed off of her golden locks and framed her sharp, captivating face entranced her. Kat tapped her shoulder again, making Jo jump once more. “Do you know who you’re ogling at, Jo?” A confused shake of her head from Jo gave Kat her answer. “That’s Eden Storm, Monarch’s finest troublemaker. Her name reveals all you need to know; she’s a storm with winds so strong that they drag people in and get them into all sorts of trouble. I’d say steer clear of her.” Jo took another long stare before looking back at her desk.
It wasn’t long before the teacher called for the class’ attention with a couple of loud claps. “Alright students, settle down.” Jo noticed him cast a weary glance in the direction of the blonde beauty from before, as if hoping that she would comply without resistance. Before anyone could say anything, the teacher spoke up once more. “I’m sorry to announce, but Karen Sycow will no longer be attending class with all of you. But, in her place, I’d like to welcome Josette Dragoste. She recently started school here, so some of you may know her, but I wanted to introduce her regardless.” He smiled at her warmly, but all of this attention from her peers only made Jo nervous and uncomfortable. There was an odd pause as he continued to look at her, and it wasn’t until a few seconds after that Jo realized that he wanted her to get up and say something. Swallowing hard, she stood up and glanced around the room like a deer caught in headlights.
“I, uh… Look forward to learning alongside all of you.” Jo could practically feel the burning of the red on her cheeks as she sat back down, hoping that all of the attention will be drawn away from her.
“Alright then! Let’s get started!”
And Jo sighed with relief.