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𝘆/𝗻 𝗽𝗼𝘃

I tossed and turned trying to fall asleep. After hours of trying, I finally sighed and got out of bed. I made my way quietly to the kitchen, but when I got there, the light was already on. I walked in and saw Rafe sitting at the counter drinking.

"Sorry, I'll be quick." I impulsively said. "Uh, where are the cups?" Rafe looked to me and got up. He walked behind me and opened a cabinet, handing me a cup. "Thanks." I walked to the fridge and poured myself some water. I was about to walk back to the room, but Rafe spoke up.

"You're welcome. You know, for the board."

I felt my cheeks flush as I turned to him and smiled. His head was still down with a bottle in his hands.

"I think it's best though, if we stopped hanging out." Ouch.

"Oh. Okay yeah, that's fine." I weakly smiled, feeling a sting at my chest. I quickly turned and sped walked back to the room. I lightly closed the door and laid in bed. I don't even know why that hurt. It's not like I liked him. The rest of the night was filled with thoughts of why he didn't want to hang out. With that being said, I didn't get much sleep. None actually.

Morning came around and I rolled out of bed. I put on Sarah's clothes she lent me. I grabbed my belongings and headed upstairs. I smelt pancakes, bacon, and eggs as I waked in the kitchen.

"Morning Miss Thornton, we made breakfast if you'd like to have some!" Rose smiled, flipping a pancake.

"It's y/l/n, actually." I corrected. 

"My apologies! I just assumed-"

"No it's okay! I better get going though..."

"You sure you don't wanna stay for breakfast?"

"Yeah, but maybe I can come over for breakfast another time!" I smiled.

"Of course! You're welcome here anytime y/n! Drive safe." Rose said returning to cooking.

"I will, and thank you for your hospitality again!" I thanked her walking to my car in the driveway. I got in and noticed my board on top. The events of last night resurfaced in my mind, but I quickly shook them away. I got in my car and drove home. I arrived and went straight to my room, taking a shower.

When I got out, I put some comfortable clothes on and sat out on the balcony. I watched the ocean and smiled to myself. My phone vibrated and brought me back to reality. I opened my phone, looking at the incoming messages.

𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗛 - The Boneyard tonight at 7. You in?

𝗬/𝗡 - What's The Boneyard?

𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗛 - A party on the beach, everyone's gonna be there!

𝗬/𝗡 - Why not.

𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗛 - Okay! I'll pick you around 6:30 :)

I set my phone down and looked back to the ocean. I was already dreading the day I'd have to leave. I'm definitely gonna make the most out of this summer. My mind then went back to the conversation with Rafe, with or without him. I stood, walked to my bags, and grabbed a book. I sat outside and read until it was time to get ready.