Tragic Harmony

Chapter Nine

I woke up to a yelling in my ear. “AHHG!” I flung open my eyes to see a pair of blue eyes staring back at me. “What the hell!?”

“Hell is a bad word! Who are you!?” The blue eyes belonged to a little boy with short brown hair. He was looking at me in confusion and I couldn’t help but smile. He was so cute!

“I’m Ali….and you must be Ryan.”

“How did you know my name!?”

I giggled

“It’s a secret.”

“Ok. Ali do you wanna play with me?”

“I’m sorry Ryan. I would love to play with you but I have too many boo boos.” I flung off my blanket revealing my casts and bandages and braces.

“Maybe if I kiss them it will make you feel better!” Ryan climbed on top of my and began kissing my injuries starting with a bruise on my cheek.

I giggled as he continued to kiss me.

“So she really does talk….and she smiles to!” I turned my head to see Luke had entered the room and was watching me.

I guess he was right. This is the first time I showed any emotion since I got here.

“Look….im sorry for-“ I began

“Don’t” he said interrupting. “It’s ok…I get it” He smiled and I couldn’t help but smile back.

“Come on Ryan” Luke said picking him up off of me. “Let’s give Ali a rest.” He nodded his head at me as he left the room.

All of a sudden a million emotions washed through me. I let the numbness leave me. I let out a broken sob. I have to pull this together. I have too! I can do this! I can live a normal life.

From that point on I promised myself to not let the pain control me. I would be numb and not let anyone see how broken I was.

I heard the front door open once again and I let out a sigh. I didn’t want to deal with anyone else. A man around Emma age walked into the room. He had light brown hair and blue eyes. He was wearing athletic clothes and was very muscular. He gave me a pleasant look.

“You must be Ali….nice to meet you. I’m Rob. Sorry for your loss.” He nodded and left.

What kind of condolence was that?! At least when Emma says she’s sorry she means it. From that point on I knew I wasn’t going to get along with that guy.

I stayed on the couch for the day slipping through the channels. It was getting dark at around 6 Emma came in with a plate.

“Here’s dinner.” She handed me a plate of food that looked delicious.

“Thanks.” I said quietly.

Emma left the room and came back in with Luke, Rob, and Ryan following her all carrying plates. Emma plopped down on the couch next to me and the boys settled on the floor.

“I didn’t want your first dinner in California to be alone!” Emma said to be smiling.

I gave small smile back trying to hold back my emotions. I can do this.

“So Ali what grade are you in? Will you be coming to school this week?” Luke turned around looking at me.

“I’m a sophomore….and I don’t really-“

“No Ali has doctor appointments all week and we are gonna get her settled.” Emma interrupted saving me.

“Oh okay.” Luke said turning back to the TV.

Ryan than came up to me and asked “Why do you have so many boo boos?” Emma stiffened next to me probably expecting me to get upset.

I turned to her and nodded. “It’s ok…I want to tell them what happened.” If I told them what happened once I would never have to do it again.

“I went to a concert with my mom and we were hit by the limo the band was driving. My mom was killed on impact.” I let a tear stream down my face. I looked at Ryan. “That’s how I got my boo boos.”

Robb and Luke looked at me in shock while Emma had a proud look on her face. Emma rubbed my back and Ryan climbed on my lap.

“Ali I’m sorry about your mommy. I can share my mommy with you!” He gave me a hug and that made more tears stream down my face.

I looked at him with a smile. “Thanks Ryan. That’s very sweet of you.”

“Ok guys that’s enough excitement for tonight. Let’s let Ali sleep.” She took our plates and everyone left the room except Luke.

He walked up and sat next to me. “I’m really sorry Ali. If you ever need anything or anyone to talk to I’m right upstairs.”

I looked into his warm brown eyes and smiled. “Thanks Luke.” I still had tears streaming down my eyes and he wiped them away with his hand. I felt like Luke actually cared. I know I had just met him but him but I knew I could trust him.

He got up and walked out of the room to let me sleep.

Instead of sleeping I let my thoughts wonder. They always went to the same place. My mom….Why can’t she be here with me?

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Ryans adorable right? What do you think of the new fam gam? I hope its not happening to fast! Comment!!! I would love to hear your opinions and theorys! Love y'all!

-Ashy