The Professor and I

28| The announcement

Rayne Washington

I was sitting on the bed wrapped in the sheets. The sun was beaming on me, and yet couldn't stop my tears. My hair was a mess and I felt so miserable. I glanced over at Brcye and saw him in the mirror putting on his blazer. When he was finished he drank a glass of whiskey, gulping it down, quickly. He then walked over to me.

"Let's just hurry up and get this over with." He held his hand out, and my mind went blank.

I hesitantly placed my palm into his hand. I didn't know what his intentions were, but I didn't think I could ask, and hear his response and not fall into tears.

***

We were in a big hall. Where huge parties, are usually held. There were so many people here. People I have never seen before. I still didn't know what Brcye was up to, but I didn't dare to question him.

In the far corner I spotted Brandon and Emma talking to each other. I really wanted to talk to them. I haven't in a while. Maybe they knew what was going on.

"Can I go talk to Brandon and Emma?" I looked up at Brcye who still had his hand locked around mine.

He didn't even look at me back, he just nodded, then released my hand.

I quickly walked off and walked towards, Brandon and Emma.

"Guys... What's going on?" I needed information. And I didn't even know why they were here. In fact I didn't even know why I was here.

"We thought you would have known.. Brcye said you'd want to have us here for some big announcement." Brandon started to scratch the back of his neck.

Is he going to spill the secret about me.... No, he wouldn't.

Emma just stared at me. Like she was analyzing every part of me.

"We'll I don't know about any announcements" I looked down at the ground.

"Hm. Spencer hasn't really been around lately. We're all really worried. What's up? No one heard of you, until now. We're here for you. We're your friends." Emma eyes were filled with nothing but compassion.

I wish I could tell Spencer about everything. At least let him know I'm not ignoring him or that I'm okay. But I'm not. I am ignoring him and I'm not okay. This hurts to do. It's so hard. I wish I could just talk to him one last time, before I have to say goodbye. I don't want us to end on bad terms. I really don't want things to turn more wrong then it already has. I at least want to do something right.

"Yeah, it's weird of you not to call us or text us. Is everything ok with you and Bryce. Are you guys breaking up? Does he know about-"

Before he could finish his sentence. Bryce started hitting his glass of champagne with a spoon.

"It's time for our surprise of an announcement. That me and my lovely fiance would want to share with you guys." he held his hand out for me again, to join him on the stage.

I looked back at my friend's once more, and their eyes held nothing but pity for me. I was holding in all my tears, from the fear of what I think Bryce was going to do. I slowly walked towards him and placed my hand onto his.

He looked at me and placed a smile onto his face. I couldn't tell if it was real or fake. Maybe he was going to expose my secret and then we'd be done. Maybe he just wants to embarrass me, or try to break me down. Like how he feels I hurt him. Which I wouldn't blame him. I would finally be able to start my life.

"Me and Rayne have decided that... We're going to be finally united, as husband and wife, tomorrow." My heart dropped.

No. No. This can't be.

I felt like I couldn't breathe. But I had to smile through this ache.

Bryce looked at me. Probably trying to spot a reaction of any sort of sadness or madness.

"Then after our wedding. Me and Rayne also decided that we're going to move out of state, and start our own business together."

"We're going to fucking celebrate!" He pulled his face closer to mines and kissed me on the cheek, before taking a sip of his champagne. I was still confused. Everyone started clapping and cheering. I looked around into the crowd. I saw my father who turned red with anger, cleanching his fist together. Emma and Brandon's mouth hung open, while they took quick glances at each other. If this was any other situation I would laugh, at how they look. But this wasn't I was so miserable.

I quickly walked off the stage. I needed to get out of here. Everyone was so loud and this place was so crowded.

I was still In shock. I felt like the oxygen immediately left my body. I couldn't do this. I wanted to scream. I just needed space.

I quickly left out of the hall. I couldn't face anyone, now. Or else I would be on the verge of a breakdown. There was a balcony and soon as I walked onto it. I felt like I could breathe again. The breeze felt so good hitting on my skin. It was peaceful. I was finally alone, able to think, able to breathe, able to finally break out of the reality of my life.

I leaned over the balcony and inhaled the air.

I never expected Bryce to make any sudden moves. I had no idea of this. He knew another man had my heart, and he couldn't bare that. So now he wants to destroy everything and ruin me. I should of been left. I shouldn't have toyed with his feelings. But I will never be regretful for being in love with someone else. I love Brcye don't get me wrong, but I'm not in love with him. Which is why I will never truly be happy.

I couldn't help but come back to reality and start to panic how miserable my life, is going to be.

"Rayne.." his voice soft and gentle.

I turned away slowly, and saw him

"Spencer?"