In this together

Chapter 13: Breakfast talk

(Amity's POV) 

My girlfriend's eyes never leave mine. "You already knew about convention day," I chuckle as I sit in one of the wooden chairs, "But uh as you probably know, yesterday was this year's convention day." She nods and takes a seat next to me, slowly reaching for my hand. Her eyes look at mine as if they are asking if it's alright. I connect our hands and keep going. "I...I didn't do it this year." Guilt floods my body as my eyes look to the floor. Luz shifts in her seat, "I didn't know it was optional.." 

"It's not.." My voice cracks as my words come out and I can feel her worried eyes on me. She's on her knees instantly and my tears begin to fall. "Amity, what happened? I can tell something is wrong. Willow said that you were crying at school today." She gently grabs my face and wipes my tears. "Please Hermosa, I want to help any way I can." I look at her dark eyes, filled with love and worry and let out a breath. 

"I don't know what made me do it. I guess I just finally had enough." Confusion settles in her eyes as I speak. "We were waiting at the table for Father to come down and give us the yearly "pep talk". The twins started teasing me, per usual, and Father walked in at the wrong time. It turned into him saying how the twins are a bad representation of the blight name and then it turned into him being a homophobic ass. He started that whole bullshit speech about how none of us would be gay and I don't know, it just slipped out of my mouth." 

"You.....came out?" My stare focuses on the floor as my head nods. My hands start to shake and the tears fall even faster. Suddenly, I'm pulled into a gentle but strong embrace. I bury my face into her neck and let the sobs spill out. She rubs my back, whispering soothing words. "Did...did I do the right thing?" 

She places her hand under my chin, making me look at her. "I don't think there is a right or wrong decision in this situation. You did what was best for you and what would help you become a better, stronger version of yourself. And I am so proud of you Amity." 

I can't help the wave of emotions that overwhelm me at those words. Those rare, unfamiliar words. "What did you say?" She softens her look and tucks a strand of hair behind my ear. "I said, I am so proud of you, Amity Blight." I lose all control as sobs spill past my lips. I fall into her shoulder and she softly leaves kisses on my temples and head. I pull her closer, afraid that if I let go, she will disappear, along with those words. 

(Luz's POV)

We sit at the table, Amity in my arms, for a good while. I let her cry and let go of all the emotions she clearly has been holding onto for years. After a bit, she calms down to small hiccups here and there, but I don't dare move. I know from experience that sometimes; all you need is someone to listen and care. Other times, you just need a genuine hug. 

I move my arms to her back and rub small circles. "I'll take it you haven't heard that too often?" The girl lets out a dry laugh as she straightens up in her chair. "Erm, not really no." I scoot closer, connecting our foreheads. "Well then, I'll make sure to say it more often." I flash a stupid grin and she giggles, sending butterflies through my entire body. "You really are a light in a world full of darkness, aren't you Noceda?" My cheeks flush red at my last name. She takes notice of this and plants a quick yet sweet kiss on my lips, causing me to short-circuit right there. Before either one of us could say anything, a voice makes us jump. 

"Okay you too, get a room. Geesh" Amity sits back in her chair as I roll my eyes at my sister. "What, you guys got too busy making out to make breakfast? I'm starving man." 

"Leave them alone Lucia, it's not like you are any better." The taller blight sends my sister a wink, forcing her to break out in a huge blush. I've never seen her blush before. Amelia sits next to Amity and they strike up a conversation about where they will be staying and Lucia sends me a small smile.