Hmm, now we can see who Les is in love with. But why does it seem like there is no way for the relationship between them, putting whatever Elris was saying aside.
.JOE. “Hi, guy. Did you hear about Cahir’s birthday party this weekend?” Mark, one of my classmates, asked and I shook my head. I was not a party addict but I go sometimes. “It is this Saturday, will you come over?” He asked. That I would. “Sure.” I replied, patting him on his back before walking away. I sat close before Alec who was reading his novel. I shook my head and brought out my phone. Zoey and I had a fight again and she was not replying my text. “Guy, will you go with me to the party?” I asked him. He looked up from the book and gave me a blank stare. He did not say anything and turned back to his book then he shook his head. I let out a snort. “There’s nothing you can do. You are going with me.” I said with finality and he lifted his head to me fully. “Really? I don’t like parties.” He said. I scrunched my face. “Gosh guy, you are missing lots of fun like you know ladies and all …” He turned back to his book and I knew he did not like hearing me talk about ladies a
.ELRISTEYA. I might have heard wrong. Or is it my ears that heard it wrong? Alec just spoke to me... And he insulted me too. My lips parted in shock as I stared at him, words could not form in my mouth. Lestiana chuckled quietly and I cut her a glare. Really? “Hey, boy. You just told my sister that she was ugly.” Joe reprimanded him and still, he pursed his lips. Alec cleared his throat and said. “Her dress is short and exposing.” If I was shocked before, I am even more stunned now to say anything. I gulped softly and waited for him to say something to take that back but he did not. He avoided my gaze and I finally let out a snort. “What I wear is none of your business so keep your compliment to yourself,” I said to him and he gave me a blank look. Pulling open the car’s door, I stepped inside leaving them to stare at one another. Les soon stepped inside and pulled me by my arm. “You know he did not mean that.” She said. Joe and Alec entered the car and I looked straight a
.LESTIANA. I think I am drunk. I have never taken any drink like the one I had taken with Elris and it was the one that had given me this sudden confidence boost. My mother never let me drink, it was forbidden in my father’s house. I mean I am the little princess of the Cole Family. I should not be found in such a place but what can I do when they are out of town and there is an opportunity to enjoy my life for once? Elris had dragged me to the dance floor and I could not help but move my body to the beat of the song. Gosh, this DJ knows what music to play. The music was playing at a loud volume and I could feel the bass of the song playing vibrating through my entire body. I have the sudden urge to dance with recklessness. Just to move my body like it was only me in this world. The drink was doing something to me but I did not mind. My eyes glanced around the place and I saw Joe talking with some guys and the supposed birthday boy. Joe was handsome. No, don't say it is because
.LESTIANA. Death. I finally found the fastest way to die. Those who said there are 1001 ways to die did not include your parents killing you, did they? Because I did not read it. My driver could see the fear evident on my face, he has that pitiful look which only meant he knew that he was going to carry my corpse today. How did they come back so early? Even the way I flew out of Elris’ house like a vampire. Gosh, I am frustrated. I palmed my face and gulped down hard. What was going to happen now? I know my father is likely to throw a fit and my mother is likely to give me rounds of lectures but that means... I could be grounded which was worse. I felt the car stop and I raised my head, the view of my father’s house met me and my heart skipped a beat. Okay, Les. I stepped out of the caro. With every step I took, my heart beat increased. I noticed their car was parked right in the garage, double fear. I reached the entrance of the mansion and closed my eyes. Offering a silent
.ALEC. “So class that is the end of the lesson. Your next teacher is going to come soon. Don't forget to discuss the next topic among yourselves.” The female teacher, Mrs Lawrence, said and walked out of the class. The students began to chatter among one another and I was not in any mood for any talks so I picked the novel I had gotten from a bookstore nearly and focused on it. A familiar scent hit my nostrils and I let out a frustrated sigh. Not again, Samantha. “What kind of smutty book are you reading in class?” She questioned me and I gave her a blank stare. “What is it you want, Sam?” I asked her, my voice coated with venom. She arched a brow and smiled. I wonder why she was not terrified as a human and maybe she has her own secret or maybe not. She seemed too ordinary to have anything going on under her sleeve. “Concerning the party, I did not like the way to chose that bitch over me.” She said. My head exploded in an instance at the term she used to describe Elris. “F
.ELRISTEYA. Pain. I was in a deep agony. I don't know where exactly but it felt it was in my chest or below my back. I can't even place where exactly. I think it is in my heart. I clutched my chest hard and breathing became hard for me. My clothes was already wet from sweat. I groaned out in pain and tried to reach out for my pain killers but it was not close. I rose up to my feet. I was the only one at home. Father was yet to be back from work while Mother went to get some things from the store and Joe got his job too so I was the only one at home. It felt like the pain was choking. Just in an instance, our door was pushed open and slammed back, shaking the foundation. “Elris.” Alec’s voice yelled as his steps rushed through the steps. Hadn’t it been him that told me to leave now? He pushed the door open and ran in. In a swift motion, he was already holding me and it felt like his skin had burnt mine. I snatched myself from him. “What are you doing here?” I gritted out to him,
.ELRISTEYA. I have been avoiding him for the past one week. After our last encounter at the toilet in the school, I knew that he did not want to have anything to do with me. But what was it that attracted me to him? He kept trying to put that distance between him and me. It got worse because anytime I hear that he comes to visit Joe at home, I lock myself in my room because there is no way I will be able to face him. I did not know how to face him, I tell you. One of those days when I am at home by myself was today, Joe had called in sick at work which was obviously a lie. He just wanted to stay at home and rest. I walked out of my room. I needed to get something from his room, I could hear his voice downstairs. He must be talking to one of those girls who he hung out with. I pushed the door of his room gently without making any noise. I closed it back slowly and checked through his room for the item. A smile spread across my lips as I sighted it, I tiptoed to the place. I placed
.ELRISTEYA. We had an afternoon class today which meant that I was going to be coming back late. Joe had left me to come back home with Lestiana and she had dutifully dropped me off. I stood right before our entrance and tried to search for the key to the door but I could not find it. I went ahead to check if the back door was not locked but it was. How could they have made the mistake of not leaving the key? Gosh, I am both frustrated and tired right now. Today’s lesson was really hectic and I need to catch some rest. I ran my hand through my hair in frustration. What should I do now? I tried dialing my mother’s number but it was going through and I know my father won’t pick his call. Joe won’t even bother to pick it because he might be busy. I shook my head and leaned against the wall, contemplating what to do. I glanced around the place and maybe I should ask Alec for help. I moved away from the wall and head towards his entrance. I raised my hand to knock but I paused. He