Always Yours

Nine- Sophia

A female's moan.

My breath hitches. He... he has a girl inside his apartment...and she's moaning. My mind starts racing trying to grasp exactly what I am hearing right now. What do I do? I briefly think about just turning around and leaving. Do I really want to see what I am hearing? Ugh no, not really. However, hearing these sounds behind this door is... Gah! I don't even know whether I am more upset or angry right now.

Fuck this! I'm going to confront him. My hand grasps the doorknob but I hesitate. As I close my eyes and slowly let out a breath, I turn the knob slightly to see if it's unlocked. Shockingly it is. I continue to turn it quietly and slowly open the door. They are much louder now that I am inside the apartment. I guess they didn't even make it to his bedroom, as I see them both on his couch.

This petite blonde has her legs are wrapped around his waist as he is on top, kissing her intensely. He has his shirt off and she is just in her bra and panties. The grunts and moans coming from them are making me feel sick. Now I'm kinda wishing I would've just turned around a left instead of confronting him. Damn, at least with my last boyfriend who cheated on me, I didn't actually see it happen. I only heard about it from someone who saw them, and he immediately fessed up to it- probably because he really didn't care about getting caught.

Well, I guess it's now or never. I clear my throat loudly and stand with my arms crossed in front of me.

They both turn their heads towards me immediately. Oliver's eyes suddenly spring wide open and he jumps off of the blonde. She grabs the blanket laying on his couch to try and cover herself up.

"Soph, what are you doing here?" he asks. Really? That is his immediate response? I can feel my blood starting to boil. "Ha! Is that really the first thing you are going to fucking say to me? What am I doing here?" He starts walking towards me and I back up towards the door. "Baby, let me explain," he begs. I start to laugh... you know the laugh I am talking about.

"Baby? Ha, go fuck yourself Oliver... or better yet, just fuck her like I'm sure you were going to!" With that, I leave his apartment and slam the door. Oh my God. I run my hands through my hair as I'm trying to get to the elevator as quickly as possible.

The sounds of heavy footsteps are echoing throughout the hallway. "Soph, wait!" Suddenly I feel my arm being grabbed and I'm spun around right as I get to the elevator. I find myself now staring straight at the man I thought I loved... and who I honestly thought loved me too.

I rip my arm out of his grasp, "Don't you fucking touch me Oliver!" I turn and push the elevator button. "Soph, can you please just let me explain!"  I laugh again. "What the hell are you going to explain to me that I didn't already see?" I am livid at this point.

He rakes his hands through his hair as he looks away from me. "I was really upset when you told me that you didn't want us to move in together, and I started thinking that you really weren't serious about us. I've really been out of it this whole week because of that and work-"

"Are you kidding me right now?" I interrupt him "So, being upset with me for being honest with you and having a bad week at work makes you hook up with another woman?" "No! ... I mean.... Celia noticed I was having a rough week and she paid attention to me when I needed it. She originally came over just for a drink to get my mind off of how upset I was... then one thing led to another." I scoff. "It was a mistake Soph! A huge mistake! I'm so sorry. I promise, this will never happen again!"

"Oliver, a mistake is an accident. Cheating and lying do not just happen by accident! They are intentional choices. So stop fucking hiding behind the word mistake just because you got caught!" The elevator finally chimes, and the doors open. Thank God!! "But, you are correct about something. This definitely won't ever happen again because we are so beyond over, it isn't even funny. Go back and enjoy Celia's company. Hope she was worth it." He tries to say more but thankfully the doors shut quickly.

I finally let out a huge breath and the tears start flowing. Why does this shit happen to me? I really thought Oliver was a genuinely good guy. I guess even the good ones can't remain faithful. My phone starts ringing from inside my clutch. I grab it and see that it's Oliver calling already. I quickly decline the call and open up my text messages. I shoot Charlotte a message to call me asap. I know that girl usually stays close to her phone.

My phone is ringing again, but this time it's Charlotte. "Char!" I can't even hide the fact that I am crying. "Soph, what's wrong? Are you okay?"

"Can you please get ahold of Gianna and meet me over at my apartment? I need you guys in the worst way!" "Yes of course! But are you okay and safe?"

"No, I'm really not okay, b-but I'm not in trouble or anything. I- I just need you guys right now. I'm heading back to my apartment n-now," I stutter. "Ok hun, we will be over as soon as we can! Please be safe! Love you!" I hang up with her and try to focus on getting a cab.
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As I am changing out of the stupid lingerie I wore to surprise Oliver, there's a knock at the door. "Be right there!" I finish changing and unlock the door. Standing there are my two best friends with ice cream and wine. "I love you guys so much for this!" I start to cry again. "What the hell happened?" Gianna asks immediately.

I explain how I walked in on Oliver with the other woman... how he tried to blame the cheating on being upset... and that he honestly thought that by saying 'sorry it was a mistake', that everything would be alright.

If looks could kill right now, Oliver would be dead. "That son of a fucking bitch!" Gianna is furious. "I knew there was a reason I didn't like that fucker!" Charlotte leans over and gives me a huge hug. "Ugh, Soph... I am so sorry I gave you the idea of going over to surprise him! You do not deserve this at all!"

"Honestly, I want to go over there and rip his dick off." Gianna has such a way with words. "Uh, I don't think you need to rip his dick off, Gi. But thank you. I appreciate you wanting to avenge me." I chuckle. I knew I could count on these girls to put a smile on my face. Gianna pours us all large glasses of wine. I start chugging my glass. "Why has this happened to me...again? Is there something wrong with me?"

Charlotte shakes her head, "Soph, there is absolutely nothing wrong with you! You are the most beautiful, hardworking, smart, and kind person I know! He is an idiot for doing this to you. He will realize that he threw away such an amazing woman!"

"But he said I didn't seem serious about our relationship... maybe I really did push him away into another woman's arms..." "Oh hell no!" Gianna blurts out. "Don't you dare blame yourself for his fuck up!" She points her finger at me," You are not at fault here. You saying you weren't ready to move in with him does NOT warrant him cheating on you! You are worth far more than that piece of shit. Don't you ever forget that!"

I just sit there on the couch, digging my spoon into the cookies n' cream. "I wish I felt worthy of more. I really thought he was a genuine guy. I just wish I could find someone who was true to me... and only me."

"Soph, one day someone will be 100% honest and true to you. They will love you forever. Don't ever give up trying to find them. They're looking for you too," Charlotte says thoughtfully. This makes me tear up even more. This is why these two are my rocks. They keep me sane throughout life.

"I love you both so much," I put my arms around them both, "Can we have a sleepover tonight? I really am not ready to be alone." The girls lean into me and agree. "I expect breakfast in the morning though." Gianna jokes. We all laugh and I nod. She then adds, "I also think that we need to do a girls night out and get all dolled up for it. I have a new friend who has an 'in' with a club owner nearby. We need to get your mind off of this bullshit. What do you say?"

Charlotte agrees quickly. "I could definitely use a night out. Think you'd be up for it Soph?" I am quiet for a moment. It is probably best for me to get out and not allow myself to sulk alone at home.

"Yea... let's do it!"
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Ah! She definitely deserves better than that!

Fun fact (or not really so fun)!
I dated a guy years ago that literally did something similar to what Oliver did and actually tried to put the blame on me for it. Gotta love when someone else's actions get blamed on you 🤷🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️

And really- we all need a friend like Gianna.

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