The Death Note

8 // Charlie

Today was interesting. I got to know Liliana a bit more, but I'm still not sure whether I like her. She was very stubborn that she really didn't care about anything, even though I know that she does. I did get a bit frustrated with her though, and I got angry. I regret that now, I should have just let it go. But after seeing her parents that first time when I showed them the note, hearing her saying that they don't love her was just... I couldn't let that go. They love her. She needs to know.
After her parents came back in with food, they stayed a bit longer, then went home, leaving me with Liliana again. We agreed that since I'm leaving tomorrow to go back home, I might as well spend some time with Liliana. We had a pretty nice chat actually the second time. It was awkward at first, and I kicked myself mentally many times, but overall it was good. She is quite funny, but not like he tells jokes all the time. She just says something funny, in a casual way. I want to talk to her more, and help her. Her depression seems quite deep, and I want her to get over it.
I don't think I want to go home. I miss my family, and Sadie, but... I really like Heather and George, and Liliana. I want to stay and help her, but... I don't think my mum would allow it.

I'm currently chatting to Sadie on my phone, while pretending to watch TV with Heather and George. I think they know I'm pretending, but they'll understand. They know I miss my friends and family.
'Bzzz' my phone vibrates. A new message from Sadie.

Sadie Dulop- I found a film on in the cinema that we could watch when you get back!

Charlie Sellham- Sounds good! What's it about?

Sadie Dulop- It's a love story :)

Charlie Sellham- Oooh yes lets see that!

Sadie Dulop- We can book tickets when you get back. Looking forward to seeing you!

Charlie Sellham- Looking forward to seeing you too! Come and meet me at the airport x

Sadie Dulop- Of course! What time does your flight arrive?

Charlie Sellham- 7:35pm I think x

Sadie Dulop- Kk I'll be there xx

Charlie Sellham- Good good.
How much school work have I got to catch up on?

Sadie Dulop- Not much really. It's just Chemistry mainly we've done lots in. And English. But I'm sure you'll be fine x

Charlie Sellham- Okay thanks x

Sadie Dulop- I've got to go now, love you x

Charlie Sellham- I love you too x

Sadie Dulop- Bye!

I turn off my phone and look up at the TV. It's some documentary on birds. Looks quite interesting, so I watch it. After not very long my phone buzzes again though, and I look down. A message from mum.

Have you packed for coming home? Have you got tickets? Make sure everything is ready, I don't want you leaving anything behind!
Love you,
Mum.

I sigh, and reply with a quick 'yes it's fine', before returning to the TV. Soon enough it buzzes again.

Are you alright? That reply was a bit short! What's going on?

Ah, mothers. They panic over the smallest of things.

Yes, I'm fine. Just watching TV with the family.

Hopefully that'll be enough. I turn off my phone.
Mum finally agrees that I'm okay, and once I'm relaxed into watching TV, I realise how tired I am. My body aches with tiredness.
"I'm going to go to bed," I announce.
"Okay, sleep well!" Heather replies.
"Night," George says, and smiles at me.
"See you in the morning!"
I close the door softly behind me, and walk up the carpeted stairs, and into the spare room. I collapse into the bed, and lay there, staring at the ceiling for about five minutes. I let my mind wander, and find myself thinking about Liliana. Her face comes up in my mind. Her eyes, bright green, creased at the corners when she smiles. Suddenly I'm filled with a strong desire to see her again, and stay here, for at least a few days longer. I don't want to go home. Sure, I miss Sadie and my family, but... I realise, I also would miss Liliana and her family if I went back. I should stay longer.
Before I know what I'm doing, I'm back downstairs, facing Heather and George.
"Do you mind if I stay another few days?" I blurt out.
Heather looks surprised, but George smiles, like he was expecting me to ask that.
"Er, that's fine with us," Heather says hesitantly.
"Yep, that's absolutely fine," George agrees.
"But, do your parents think that's okay?" Heather asks.
Oh. I didn't think of that.
"Let me just call them..." I say, and get out my phone.
'Bzzz bzzz. Bzzz bzzz.'
"Hello? Charlie is everything okay?" My mums voice says.
"Yes it's all fine mum, uh..."
"Good. What is it then?"
"Um...would it be okay if I stayed here a few more days?"
There is a pause from the other end of the line, and I can just imagine my mum shaking her head in disbelief.
"No! You have lots of schoolwork to catch up on, and Dad and I are missing you," she says finally.
"Mum, I know, and I miss you too, but I like these people, and just two more days would be really nice," I say, pleadingly.
"I don't think you should, you need to come home!"
"Mum please!"
"No! Which part of that do you not understand?"
"Talk to dad, at least, please, see what he thinks," I ask, in a last attempt. My Dad always seems more relaxed about these things.
"Fine."
I sigh, and covering the microphone, say to Heather and George, "She's going to converse with my dad."
"Okey dokey," Heather replies.
I put the phone back up to my ear. Waiting, waiting...
"Charlie?"
"Yep?"
"Your dad says he wouldn't mind it, but only two more days. No more."
"Thank you! Thanks so much!" I say happily. I get two more days! I feel so happy I could explode, and I don't even know why. It's not like this was my biggest dream. Two more days with Liliana! Two more days with Heather and George! Two more!
"See you in two days," mum says. I can tell she's not too pleased.
"Thanks. Love you lots!"
"You too. Bye!"
"Bye!"
I put the phone down, and grin.
"I can stay for two more days," I say, trying to contain some random laughter that has built up inside me.
"That's great!" George smiles.
"Are sure that's okay with you?" I ask, unsure.
"No, that's totally fine. You're a lovely boy," Heather says.
"Aw thanks!" I say, "Night!"
"Night Charlie," George says, smiling at me. On his face is an expression I can't quite read. I think it might be affection.
I exit the room again, walk up the stairs, and flop back on my bed, grinning my face off. I can't even work out why I'm so happy! I mean sure, I love Heather and George, they're just so so kind, and Liliana is quite nice and funny, but why am I this happy? I wouldn't even be this happy if I became president! I roll onto my front and laugh. Then I'm shaking with uncontrolled laughter, that kind where you're silent, and just clapping like a seal. 'What's wrong with me?' I think. I'm never like this! Maybe it's because Mum didn't want me to stay that makes it feel so much better, or maybe there's something... I don't know. I sigh, and close my eyes. Then I sleep.

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