Somewhere Only We Know

Chapter 6

I nervously looked at my mom. I knew if I lied, she would see straight through the lie. That's when I realized I had to tell her the truth.

"Luke and I are sort of dating." I held my breath, waiting for her to respond.

My mom stood there for a moment, silent. Taking in what I had just said. I kept my eyes at the floor, nervous on what she was going to say.

"Marie." She said. Her voice was surprisingly calm, which made me even more nervous.

I looked up. "Yeah?"

"Is he treating you well?"

I nodded.

She nodded as well. "As long as he is, I'm okay with it. Just no messing around."

I felt a slight blush to my cheeks. "Please never say that again mom. And I promise. " 

She laughed softly and pulled me into a hug. Kissing the top of my head.

"My baby is growing up too fast."

I laughed, hugging her back. It felt nice to hear that my mom supported me. I think she knew she couldn't really say no to me. It wasn't her relationship.

Mom and I pulled apart and she ruffled my hair.

"I'm going to start dinner; do you want to help?" Mom asked, even though she already knew the answer.

I shook my head. "I'm going to clean my room for a bit."

She nodded and headed towards the kitchen to start. I made my way back up to my room, checking my phone quick to see I had a text.

I unlocked my phone to see it was Luke.

Did your mom say anything?

I laughed a little before responding.

She knows about us. She's cool with it.

Luke sent me back a smiley face and I did the same before throwing my phone onto my bed.

I smiled before starting to tidy up my room. My room was somewhat clean. I just needed to put a few clothes away and make my bed.

Mom called me down for dinner about an hour later. We ate and made small talk before I helped her clean up. After I was done with that, I showered and changed into pajamas. I did my night treatment last which consisted of me wearing my vest and using my nebulizer. I fell asleep after texting Luke for a bit.

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A couple weeks later...

I noticed that breathing started to feel harder than ever. I was still doing my normal treatments every day, but they didn't seem to be working. I decided that I would wait and see if things would get better. I really didn't want to end up in the hospital again for more testing and treatments. That's been my life forever. 

School went okay but I ended up having to sit out of a gym class due to me struggling with my breathing.  The coach seemed concerned, but I told her everything was okay.

After school one day, I had work at the bookstore. I had my back turned to the door as I reorganized a shelf when I heard the front doorbell ring, which caused me to turn my head. When I turned around, I was surprised to see who it was.

Luke. Standing there in his black skinny jeans and black band t-shirt.

"What are you doing here?" I asked. I was a bit surprised, but also happy to see him. I set my things down before making my way over to him. He pulled me into a hug which I accepted.

"Just wanted to see my girl." He said.

The words, my girl gave me butterflies.  I smiled and leaned up to kiss him. Luke smiled into the kiss. When we pulled apart, I made my way back over to the shelf that I was organizing. Luke followed behind me.

"How's work going?" Luke asked.

I shrugged and started to organize again. "Eh, its work."

Luke laughed, watching as I organized.

"Are going to watch me for the rest of my shift." I said jokingly, turning around to face him. Luke had a goofy look on his face and smiled.

"You make me sound like a stalker, and no. I wanted to see if you were up to meeting my parents."

I stopped for a moment before turning around. 

"Wait, like actually!?" This was the first time Luke has ever mentioned that he wanted me to meet his parents. 

Luke nodded. "Yeah, if you're ready for it. You could come for dinner tomorrow night."

I nodded.  The thought of meeting his parents sounded scary but at the same time sounded like a good idea. We have been together for a couple weeks and Luke has met my mom. It's only fair if I meet his parents as well.

"Yeah, tomorrow night sounds good. Do you want me to bring anything?"

Luke smiled and shook his head. "No, just bring your beautiful self."

I blushed and laughed at his comment.

"Sounds like a plan then."

"Perfect!"

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