Rogue Squad

Girl Talk

I grab my forearm between my index finger and thumb, pinching it hard.

"Ow."

Well that confirms it, I'm definitely not dreaming. I guess that means....

I actually just made out with Greyson. Holy crap! I didn't know he was even attracted to me in that kind of way.

He even said that his apology was a 'forever apology'. What does that even mean? Does he want to make out with me more? I'm so confused.

I turn the doorhandle and walk into my suite. The lights are on and a fresh warm aroma flows through the room. It kind of smells like ground beef. I peer toward the kitchen.

"Mom?" I call out.

"In my room Lucia!"

Huh, I wonder what she is up to? I cross through the family room and glance over into the kitchen. Pots and pans scatter the sink area, making it look even more cluttered than before. On the counter is a dish with what looks to be shepherd's pie. Well that's a new one for her. I wonder what the occasion is this time?

"Isn't it a bit late to be making dinner?" I ask heading to Mom's room.

To my surprise, she is sitting on her bed with Rina, holding a book in her hands. I peer closer and notice it's a photo album.

"Is that my childhood photo album?" I growl.

Ugh, she is a pain in the butt. She can't get over how 'cute' I was as a child. Honestly I wasn't special, most kids are cute. I don't know why she treasures those photos so much.

My mom laughs, "Yes, you look so adorable! Here, this is you holding your stuffed wolf! Don't you remember when the Luna gave it to you for your birthday?" She sighs and gently touches the photo with her fingers, "Wasn't she just the cutest?"

I sigh and slap my forehead with my palm, "Ugh, Mom enough of that please."

"But you're just so cute, how can I not show your only female friend?" She asks.

"Mom!" I screech embarrassed as my cheeks flame red.

She shoots her hands up in defense, "Sorry, sorry. It's true though."

"Ugh." I sigh.

Rina laughs, "You're my only female friend too Lucia, so you don't need to be embarrassed!"

I nervously twirl my hair with my fingers, "It's still rude for my Mom to bring up." I shoot daggers with my eyes in her direction.

Mom laughs and runs her fingers through her strawberry blonde hair, "Oh Lucia, you're too easy to tease." She claps her hands together and adds, "Well I made dinner and there is plenty for Rina to eat with us."

I smile happily, turning to Rina who seems slightly intimidated, "So how about it? Want to eat dinner with us?"

"Um..." She thinks for a moment, "S-sure."

We get into the kitchen. Mom passes out plates and utensils as I scoop dinner for everyone. As time passes, we talk about little insignificant things. Rina blends in easily with our conversations. Her shyness fading quickly as she gets comfortable.

"So Lucia, how is your man hunting going?" Mom asks casually, scooping some shepherd's pie into her mouth.

"Mom!" I shout, my face flushing bright red.

"Man hunting?" Rina asks cautiously.

Mom dabs her mouth before speaking, "Apparently Lucia has a crush on one of the guys in her squad. I bet he is real handsome."