A Sky Full of Stars

CHAPTER 5

         “Good morning.” I placed a kiss on top of my Mom’s head while she was cooking breakfast for us. Saturday morning and I woke up early. 8 on the dot, impressive, wasn't it?

         Mom glanced at me, “Morning. You look happier this morning and woke up really early.” she served my breakfast at the table.

         “Nothing,” I smiled.

         “Should I worry?” she joined me.

         Well, the honest answer was yes. She should be worried. Her one and only son was falling for someone he just met a month ago and last night, he experienced the best kiss ever in his life. But no, I would never tell my Mom about my love life. I didn't want to hear her lecture about healthy relationship. It would be one hour long or more.

         “Nope.”

         We ate breakfast almost in silent. She was so busy with her iPad and me with my mind as usual. I could get over about how perfect James was. Cheesy much?

         “Kendall?”

         I looked up, “Yeah?”

         “Now I really worry about you. What happened?” she stopped eating and working. Oh, what did I miss? Did I ignore her or something?

         I shrugged, “Nothing. I just have something on my mind.”

         “And what’s that? Because I just saw you smile seconds ago and we’re not even talking.” Her voice was so intimidating.

         Smile? Stupid!

         “Yeah,” that’s the only word out from my stupid mouth. Yeah? Yeah, what? Congratulations, I just made her even more confuse!

         “I have a boyfriend.” I finally spoke.

         She smiled and grabbed my hand, “Really? Who is he? Your classmate?”

         I was about to answer when someone knocked the door. She sighed, “It must be Jonathan.” then she walked out. I could hear she talked to someone, a guy.

         I finished my breakfast and brought the dirty plate to the sink and did the dishes. I really hate doing dishes but I wouldn't let her do every house chores by herself.

         “Kendall, this is Jonathan Reese, my office colleague.” She introduced her friend, “Jonathan, this is Kendall Knight, my son.”

         This Jonathan dude was actually really good looking - remember I told you about Greenwood had a better version of humans - and he looked like in the same age with Mom, “Hi,  Kendall.”

         I shook his hand, “Mr. Reese.”

         “Please call me Jonathan,” he smiled.

         I nodded, feeling awkward. It had been years since my Mom introduced me to her colleagues, “Sure.”

         “Honey, did I tell you that I have to go to Seattle for work today?” My mom asked.

         I shook my head, “Nope. You didn't say anything yesterday.”

         “Oh, I must have forgot. Yeah, so our office has a national seminar in Seattle. We’re in charge. I’m afraid I’ll come home late.” She frowned, “I’m so sorry.”

         I nodded, “It’s fine. I have plans too with my friends.” and I really did have. We would come to James’ swimming practice as usual.