I've Known You (An Ashley Purdy Love Story)

Chapter Nineteen: Please Don't Leave

Chapter 19. I cannot believe I’ve made it this far. I wanna thank you all for actually reading this. Enjoy this chapter, because the book is almost over :’)

~Evangeline’s P.O.V.~

“You’re looking better Evan” Dara gave me a small smile.

“Thanks” I looked down ashamedly.                               

I have been able to eat without throwing up, and I’ve been getting a bit more sleep. The bags under my eyes have started to dissipate, and my natural colour has started to come back. My face is fuller too; back to its elegant chiseled features unlike the ghastly one it had been just two weeks ago. I feel better, still empty and depressed, but better. I still hadn’t talked to Ashley, he hasn’t answered his phone. Meaning I have to make a trip to the apartment and tell him I’m sorry.

To be honest I’m not expecting him to forgive me. And I wouldn’t blame him either. It would make me feel better though knowing that I apologized and he heard me out. After that I would be gone.

“How’ve you been sweetie?” Sammi asked with hope in her eyes.

“I’ve been better” I shrugged “But I am feeling better and stronger”

“No more fainting spells?” Hannah asked.

“No, no more fainting spells” I laughed. We turned around as Allie entered the door.

“What’s up?” Alma asked in a cheery tone.

“Nothing much, just spent some time with Ben before he leaves in three days” she shrugged.

“I’m gonna get going” I said, sitting up.

“Why? Allie just got here!” Dara whined.

“I need to go do something, I’ll be back” I smiled and shook my head with laughter.

“Fine” She huffed “We’ll see ya later you scut”

“Well thanks you bladder!” I joked back.

I walked out the door with laughter on my mind. Now I was nervous, my stomach churned and I lost my breath. But I need to get a hold of myself. I unlocked my car and climbed in. I knew where I was going, and I knew what I was going to say. I didn’t other turning on the music as I drove, it would just delay the inevitable.

Traffic was unbearable today, and I was wondering if I’d even make it to the apartment. But I knew I needed to keep my hopes up. Then my mind started wandering off to Adrian. Oh I hadn’t seen him or Vicky in months because I had been so caught up with the band and Ashley. I went to see her a couple days ago, found out she was getting married, and that she was leaving with Adrian.

It hurt me to think that they were leaving. But I had barely been in Adrian’s life, and I only brought more hurt. I knew in my heart that it was good for the both of them. Adrian and I were also on a sour note a while back. He was angry that I had barely even come by to say hi, and that I missed his birthday. I felt like a terrible person, but he forgave me anyways, saying he couldn’t bear to see me upset. But him and Vicky leaving is for the best, and wherever they end up going, I know he’ll be fine.

I pulled up to the complex. I inhaled a deep breath and try to loosen my grip on the steering wheel. I turned the key in the ignition, killing the engine. I got out slowly, and the journey to the door seemed to be eternity. I let three knocks ring throughout the empty hallway. As the door opened slowly I let out a breath I was unaware I was holding in. A young girl opened the door with a bright smile. I held my ground and proceeded.