Bella had been feeling sad ever since her ex had cheated on her. It wasn't about the breakup itself but the fact that she wasn't enough for him apparently. He had her yet still chose someone else. Carl could've had her too but still chose Dominique. For the first time in her life she doubted her looks. Doubted that she was as great as she had always imagined. It was late, about 11 PM as she sat on the floor in front of her mirror. Her reflection made her want to cry, she wished she could just pick the parts she didn't like and change them. Carl was in the bathroom, ignoring the dozens of messages he had gotten from Dom. Asking to go talk, to take her back, to forgive her.
Carl was positive he could never forgive her for what she did and hated himself for not pursuing Bella like he should've. Maybe the both of them would be in a much different place right now and not so heartbroken. He was looking forward to military school and was excited to do something he was actually good at. If that didn't change him he wasn't sure if anything else would. He exited the bathroom, finding Bella on the floor of her bedroom, playing with the carpet. "What are you doing?" He furrowed his eyebrows.
She sighed, looking at her reflection once again. Bella was quiet for a moment before looking up to meet eyes with the boy. "Do you think I'm pretty Carl?"
Half of him wanted to tell her that was the dumbest question he'd ever heard but the other half could sense the seriousness in her voice. He could see the hurt in her eyes. So he held out his hand, which she accepted and picked her up off of the floor. Much to her surprise he hugged her, his arms settling around her waist. She didn't realize how much she needed a hug and something in her made her believe Carl felt the same way. He rested his forehead on her shoulder silently, her hands going up to play with his hair. "You're so beautiful Bella" He finally spoke, keeping his arms wrapped tightly around her. "You don't even know".
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Bella had a present for her best friend, a small one at that but would have very big effects, a trip if you will. They were going to a party tonight that some kids from school were throwing and both had the intention of getting absolutely wasted. They wanted to have fun and forget the memories of their two-timing exes. Carl also had plans on making a move on Bella, knowing drunk him can't control himself. The girl entered the Gallagher house, smiling at the sight of Fiona.
"Hey Fiona" She greeted the woman, giving her a hug and a quick kiss on the cheek.
"Hey Bella, what's got you so dressed up?" Fiona questioned, admiring the blue halter top the girl was wearing. "You look super cute"
"Aw thanks" The tan girl smiled. "Me and Carl are going to a party tonight" She explained. "Wanna have one last night of fun before he leaves to school"
Fiona nodded, she could hardly believe it when her kid brother came to her with the idea but was proud of him for stepping up. It was what he needed, none of the Gallaghers could ever whip him into shape. "Well have fun and keep him out of trouble will ya'?"
