All The Things You Said (Ricky Horror)

Chapter 18

*Rose's POV*

It's been a month now and Ricky and myself are getting along famously. Nate is now ten years old, and I have to admit it's beginning to worry me. How much time does my little brother have left? I've been asking myself all types of questions on Nate's situation. Currently, I was sitting on my bed, Ricky laying next to me. He had spent the night, and was still asleep. Usually he was the early riser. He'd been cooking breakfast, waking up Nathan, etc. Liz would still watch Nate during the day, but she really didn't have to as frequently as she once had. I'd have to go to the studio, or the gallery and I couldn't take nate with me. Ricky was always quick to volunteer if he didn't have anything going on.

Today I was exceptionally anxious. Chris had insisted on making me an appointment a few weeks ago and he stuck to his word. I'd be going to the hospital today with Chris. I hadn't told Ricky because I didn't want him worrying over me. I just told Chris I'd meet him at the little Ihop next to the hospital. I sighed and watched him sleep a little longer before I had to get up.

I walked to the dresser and pulled out a black tube top, black shorts, some fishnet stockings, and my striped platforms. I threw my hair up in little buns. It was gonna be exceptionally hot today, and I refuse to be caught in the heat. I did my makeup real fast, including my little alien symbol in between my brows, just for fun.
I walked back to Ricky and kissed his nose, stirring him awake. I was met with those beautiful blue eyes first. He gave me a scruffy yawn and smiled.

"Why are you awake baby?" He asked, sleep lacing his voice. I sat on the edge of the bed, moving back his hair.

"I have to go into the studio today, extra early so I can get some orders filled." It hurt me to lie to him, especially when I was going to be with Chris today, but it had to be done. He huffed and pulled me in for a warm hug. He kissed the crown of my head before releasing me.

"Be careful. Call me when you're headed home darling." I nodded my head at him, kissing his lips before standing.

"Call Liz if you need to go anywhere and she'll watch nate. Her number is on the fridge. I promise I'll be safe. I love you heaps." He smiled, this being his turn to nod.

"I love you too baby." He called after me as I walked out of the bedroom and down the hall. I went into the kitchen and grabbed a jar, filling it with my fruits and water. Chris was going to hate that I did this, but oh well. I didn't want to eat his gross pancakes. He knows I'm a picky eater. Besides, my fruit is healthier. I grabbed a straw and stuck it into my drink, picking up my satchel and walking out the door. Hopefully the doctor's wouldn't be too bad...

*Chris' POV*

I was seated on an outside bench at Ihop, waiting for Rose to show up. I immediately spotted her after about five minutes, chuckling at her appearance. She was such an eccentric, her platforms always six inches or above, her fishnet stockings reached her hips where they tucked neatly under her high waisted shorts. Her body was beautiful in its entirety. I had to laugh at her symbol that she drew in between her brows.

"Bout time you showed up. I'm starving!" I smiled, standing to stretch out my back. She gave me a lazy smile, tucking her phone into her bag as she approached me. I narrowed my eyes at the jar in her hand. She used to pull this on me all the time, but not today. I quickly smiled and pulled her into a hug.

"Sorry, I got caught up on my way over." I quickly took the jar from her hand, causing her eyes to widen. "Gah! No! C'mon man!" I held the jar out of reach, she was no match for my legs. I at least had two feet on her.

"No! You are going to eat something Rosaline! You always used to do this when we went out! It's unhealthy!" I began moving towards the garbage bin.

"I promise I'll eat something inside! Just let me have my drink you ogre!" I cracked a small smile at her old pet name for me. I called her Fiona and she called me an ogre. I secretly loved it.

"You have to pinky promise." I extended my pinky. She rolled her eyes, grabbing my pinky in her's.

"Now gimme gimme!" I chuckled, she's just like a small child. I handed her the drink and she smiled in triumph, sucking on her straw. Now it was my turn to roll my eyes. I grabbed her hand, dragging her inside.

"Now come on! I want waffles!" I shouted.