ATWOTW HIGHSCHOOL 🧡🪴

Tsireya

During brunch the only person I really talked to was Lo'ak. Getting to know more about him- really I was just learning basic information. He likes the color pink but doesn't admit it to most, shaved half his head as a bet with his dad and ended up loving it, plays video games 24/7, but over all nothing crazy.

Pretty soon the food was out, I ordered the houses breakfast plate. Which came with little roasted potato's, grilled bell pepper and onions, then some kind of protein- which you can customize. But I always choose egg cups.

Slowly Mr. Sully eyed down the waiter as she left, I watched him following her. I couldn't figure out what he was doing, till his hands quickly started to disperse alcoholic drinks around. My eyes widened as I turned to see my mom's face, she looked shocked but didn't react. At least not with words. Though one could tell by her facial expression how appalled she was.

Lo'ak leaned in closer, angling his lips towards my ear; "So... why didn't you guys tell us about this sooner ?"

"Oh ummm, I don't know. We just decided not to I guess." This lie stung my heart just a little. Truthfully, my mother was so fifty/ fifty on us meeting that no one knew if it was going to happen. But, my dad stayed persistent in us going to 'Sunrise Cafe'.

"Oh okay." His brows scrunched together, eyeing me widely. He seemed unsure with my answer, not completely understanding it.

After are uncomfortable interaction we just sat there listening to are parents harass our older siblings. It started with how close Kiri and Rotxo were becoming- which was farther from the true. Then choosing Aonung and Neteyam to be the next victims with collage questions. Even from just an observant point of view I could tell how uneasy everyone was. In my mind I built up this event going smoothly, were everyone could relax and enjoy each other's company. I now realize how our two families don't really know each other at all. No one trusted each other enough to let their guard down.

Throughout the rest of brunch the conversation floated between different topics; my mother's pregnancy, how the Sully's were adjusting, random sports games, ect. By the end, my mom had seemed to unwind a little bit. Her judgmental tone seemed to calm down to a more relaxed vibe.

"Well good bye Tsireya !" Lo'ak seemed joyful which I appreciated. "Bye Lo'ak !" I rapidly waved goodbye to rest of the Sully's. Taking note on how  awkward it was between everyone. Kiri and Rotxo just intensely stared at each other then walked away; Aonung and Neteyam just bro nodded- weird.

I slightly stumbled my way thought the parking lot, putting one foot in front of each other. Purposefully wobbling out of boredom. Once reaching our car I pulled the handle- hard.

"It not unlocked !" My father called out.

"I got that !"

"BEP", "BEP"; "Okay starfish it should be good now." My body had already reacted to the beps- yanking the handle with force once again.

I relaxed myself in the car, settling into the cushion seat. My family still hadn't made it to me yet. So I just sat in silence- enjoying my own company. Though not too soon after I made myself comfortable I got an alert. "BUZZ !" Leaning my body to the left I pulled my phone out of the back pocket of my romper.

Queen of Eyerolls 🙌

Kiri- "Hey, can u check on Rotxo for me ?", "I said somethin stupid..."

Tsireya- "Sure !", " But... what did u say ?!"

Kiri- " It was BAD Reya 😭😭😭", "I wish I could take it back & now feel like shit. Which ik I should check up on him cause HE feels bad but- I think we just both feel like shit now."

Tsireya- "Okay, okay don't panic.", "I'll talk to him ! DONT WORRY 😘"

Kiri- "Thx 🙏"

Tsireya- "Ofc !"

I turned my phone off, letting it slip from my hand and onto my lap. My mind began to concentrate on Kiri's situation- what could she have said to Rotxo ?

My train of thought was cut off by my family gathering in the car.

"Well... that wasn't SO BAD..." My mother slowly admitted to not only herself but to everyone.

"See, I knew you would like them !" My dad leaned over peaking my moms of cheek before starting the car. But my mind kept drifting to Rotxo, I turned my gaze towards him. Just to see not only Rotxo but also Aonung seeming devastated.

Ao & Ro:

Tsireya- "Okay what's wrong with u two ???"

Both of their heads turned towards each other- giving a confused looked before pulling out their phones. I watched as their eyes scanned the message, both thinking on how to respond.

Aonung- "Didn't enjoy myself..."

Rotxo- "Same"

I let out a large enough sigh signaling I was unsatisfied with their answers- short and basic. Aonung rolled his eyes before quickly typing once again.

Aonung- "Somethin weird happened with me that I DONT wanna talk about !!!"

Rotxo- "Kiri hates me... like HATES me."

I shot my glance up in order to make eye contact with Rotxo. I could see his hurt expression affecting his over all body language- hunched over while leaning on the door for support.

Tsireya- "Okay Aonung, u don't HAVE to talk about it- but u should.", " & Rotxo, Kiri was the one to ask me if u were okay. She feels bad about what she said."

Rotxo- "Bullshit"

Aonung- "Damn dude, chill. U like NEVER are this cold."

Rotxo- "Just shut up Aonung.", "Also why tf were u all touchy with Kiri earlier ?"

My eyes began to widen as I witnessed my brothers going into a full on texting battle. They never fought- like ever. I knew if my parents weren't in the car this would be a screaming match.

Aonung- "Oh, well I went up their to watch her get dressed..."

Aonung's entire face started to lift, his mood the complete opposite of earlier. He loved messing with Rotxo but I knew this was too far.

Rotxo- "Not funny 😐"

Aonung- "Not a joke🍒"

Tsireya- "OKAY !!!! That enough no more texting !!! Holy fuck"

I couldn't help but feel annoyed about their childish fighting. The drama from them was so strong I could feel myself having restraint from slapping them both. I sunk down into my seat while looking out the window. Seeing the blurry picture of my home town move. Every small detail seemed to have blended together creating a haze. An peaceful way to end my morning.

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