Opposite | Adnan Januzaj

Chapter 22

Trinity's POV

I woke up to a new day. Manchester United face Everton. Savannah has gone out to watch the game and she probably won't be back until later. I checked the time and it was past noon. Looks like I had slept in longer than I thought.

Lazily, I reach over for my glasses and put them into my face. The world goes back into focus. My vision is no longer blurry. I sit upright, then walk out of my room, across the hall, and into the bathroom. I take off my glasses and rinse my face, after putting on my glasses for a second time today. I brush my teeth and comb my hair before heading downstairs.

"Morning, Trinity!"
"Good morning," I say quietly.
"Savannah's gone out."
"I know," I replied.
"Ok, just letting you know."
"I'm hungry," I announced.
"Well," my dad said, opening the fridge, "Here's the milk and grab whatever cereal you'd like."
I took a box of Cheerios out of the cupboard, "Put the milk on the table."
"Alright."
"Thanks."

I brought a bowl and spoon, along with the cereal, to the table. I sat down and watched the milk flow into the bowl, as I gently poured it. I shovelled spoonfuls of cereal into my mouth. I crunched and chewed until I was finished all my cereal. I brought the bowl up to the counter.

I returned upstairs to go get changed out of my pyjamas. As comfy as they were, I couldn't wear them all day. I put on a neon yellow t-shirt, black leggings which ended just past my knees, and neon yellow socks to match the shirt. I finished braiding my hair within a few minutes and went on my phone.

I don't know, but I stumbled across some sort of interview with Adnan. It didn't have he video, but the article explained what had happened. I was curious and decided to read it.

"Manchester United's Adnan Januzaj was recently spotted out at Nando's with a mystery girl. A few players, including Adnan, offered an interview. When the girl was mentioned he tried to avoid the question. Eventually, Adnan told us, "That girl... Just a fan, I meet thousands. I don't really remember her." We asked if he had any intentions of meeting up again with the girl after their little date. "No. She's no one... And I assure you that was not a date. We won't see each other again unless she meets me again. I don't know her."

The rest of the article featured the other players and talking about Adnan's career and future and Manchester United. I didn't bother to read that stuff, I found what I was looking for. Even if it was a bit harsh...

Did he really feel that way?
What did I do?
I hurt him really bad, didn't I?
Does this make me a bad person?
Is he even willing to talk to me, so I can apologize?

Why... Why would he say that about me?

I couldn't believe it. It felt like my heart had been pierced by a giant spear. It feels as if someone is ripping my heart out of my chest, then throwing it on the ground and stomping all over it.

I don't understand why he'd say that... I thought we had a better relationship. Maybe it wasn't the one he was hoping for, b at least we had a friendship. His Adnan kid keeps making my life more difficult by the day. Sometimes I wonder what would it be like if I he hadn't spilled his drink one me that one night. I tend to think my life would've turned out better because now all I face is problems, which is not fun. I don't even know anymore.

A few tears escaped my eyes and fell down my face, staining my pillowcase. I curled up on my bed and brought the covers up to my chin. I'd never experienced feelings like these ones before and I didn't know what was really going on. Swirling thoughts filled my head as I was on an emotional roller coaster ride.

"Trinity?"

It was my dad. He was probably looking for me for whatever reason. I couldn't let him see me, not now. I sat upright and cleaned myself up. I wiped off my tears and put on my best fake smile. I took two deep breaths before the door to my room opened a crack. I was ready.

"What are you doing all alone up here?"
"Just getting some reading done."
"How's the book?"
"Great so far! I love it, thanks for buying it!"
"No problem, Trinity, I'm glad you have an interest in reading. Sometimes I wish Savannah would be like you... You know, instead of liking boys and all."
"Haha, yeah..." I tried my best to push out a laugh.
"Your mom made some delicious macaroni and cheese, try some?"
"Um... I'll come down when I'm ready, I need to finish this chapter."
"Oh no! Take as long as you need. You seem to be enjoying the book. We can always heat it up for you if it gets a bit cold."
"Thanks, dad."
"I'll be downstairs."

He left me be.

It was funny how my dad didn't even suspect a thing. Both my parents rarely noticed how I was feeling. It was the same case with Savannah, but probably worse. They just assumed I was always happy, which I was most of the time. Right now was different. I felt horrible for no particular reason. I tried to think of things that could've caused these feelings. I know it was about Adnan and the article, but I didn't like him or anything... So why was I feeling this way?

Wait...

Oh my gosh.

I think I like Adnan.

*****

Everton defeated Manchester United 1-0. Savannah came home cranky and upset and threw another fit making my parents and I go mental. Her screams and cries were ear piercing and left us all with enormous headaches.

We let her express her feelings (which including yelling, screaming, throwing objects, and crying) to try and get her to calm down. Eventually, we gave up on her and my parents just sent Savannah to her room. She didn't mind that because she got to get away from everyone. She was just pissed that Manchester United loss. She's not much different with any other game they lose. Let's hope next week they gain three points.

I spent most of the day hiding in my room, but eventually had to come downstairs for lunch. Her macaroni and cheese was as good as dad said it was. It was delicious just like dinner. As good as the food tasted, it unfortunately didn't change my mood.

I AM SO SORRY THIS CHAPTER TOOK SO LONG! WATTPAD WAS BEING A BITCH AND DELETED HALF OF MY CHAPTERS!!!

Anyway, it took a but to remember what I wrote and to rewrite it. Sorry, but here it is. I'm kinda busy and stuff but I'll try to update soon. Love u guyss❤️