Audrey's living room is filled with laughter and chatter as Cheska, Justin, Estelle, Audrey, Anne, and Gabrielle gather together, sitting on the comfortable couches.
Cheska spoke, "...And then, I kid you not, the cat actually started dancing! It was like a scene from a musical!"
The group bursts into laughter, their eyes sparkling with joy. Justin, a laid-back and funny guy, can't help but join in.
Justin sighs, "Man, I wish I could've seen that! You always find the weirdest stuff, Cheska."
Audrey passes around a tray of freshly baked cookies.
"I made some cookies for us! Dig in, everyone."
The friends eagerly grab cookies, their faces lighting up with delight as they take their first bites.
Anne sighs as she's deaf and mute, (These cookies are divine! You should open a bakery or something.)
Audrey beams, appreciating the compliment.
(Thanks. You always know how to make me feel confident about my baking.)
Gabrielle realized something, "I have an idea! Let's have a DIY art session. We can each create something meaningful and unique."
Everyone's eyes light up at the suggestion, and they quickly gather art supplies from a nearby shelf.
They spread out across the living room, finding their own cozy corners to work in.
As they paint, draw, and create, the room becomes a haven of artistic expression. The air is filled with focused silence, occasionally interrupted by bursts of laughter and friendly banter.
Time flies by, and soon the sun starts to set, casting a warm glow through the windows.
Cheska puts the finishing touches on her pretty painting, capturing the essence of their bond and friendship.
Cheska saw Gabrielle engrossed in conversation with Anne, Cheska's cousin, who walks beside her with a smile on her face.
Cheska's heart sinks as she watches their easy camaraderie.
Gabrielle sighs, (Let's do it again and again)
Anne grins, (Likewise, Gabrielle. We make a great team when it comes to adventures and mischief.)
Cheska's grip tightens on her brush, a pang of jealousy coursing through her.
Cheska's thoughts race as she tries to make sense of her feelings. She knows that jealousy is irrational, yet she can't shake the unease that has settled within her.
She takes a deep breath and decides to approach the situation head-on, determined to address her emotions rather than letting them fester.
Cheska gathers her courage and walks over to Gabrielle and Anne. She puts on a brave smile, though there's a hint of vulnerability in her eyes.
"Hey, guys! Mind if I join you?"
Gabrielle's face lights up upon seeing Cheska, and she quickly scoots over to make room.
"Of course, babe! We were just talking about our latest adventure. You have to hear this!"
Cheska takes a seat, her unease momentarily pushed aside by Gabrielle's warm welcome.
Cheska chuckled, (I have to hand it to you. You always know how to keep Gabrielle entertained.)
Anne chuckles, her eyes meeting Cheska's with understanding.
(Thanks. But you're the one who truly knows how to light up Gabrielle's world. I'm just lucky to be part of the fun.)
Cheska's guarded expression softens, and a flicker of gratitude passes through her eyes.
(You're right, Anne. Gabrielle and I have something special. I guess I just let my insecurities get the best of me.)
Gabrielle reaches out and takes Cheska's hand, squeezing it gently.
"We all have our moments of insecurity, Cheska. But what matters is that we trust each other and communicate. You're my rock, and no one can replace that."
Cheska's heart swells with love and relief, realizing the depth of Gabrielle's feelings for her.
Cheska then received a call from Alicia, "What?"
Alica, who was pacing back and fourth in Martha's bedroom, panicking, "How dare you answer me that way!"
Cheska chuckled sarcastically, "So what?"
The others turned their heads at Cheska, frightened of her attitude.
Alicia sighs, "Whatever, go to Shire, Stacy is there! She hasn't texted and I doubt she even knows that place! Get here there now!"
Cheska widened her eyes, "You seriously let an 8-year-old go to an unfamilliar place alone?! How careless can you be?!"
Cheska groans as she hung up, she stood up, "I'm going guys, thank you for inviting me"
The friends nodded, "Thank you too, Cheska, take care!"
Anne stood up, (I'm coming with you, since I can just drop myself in Shire, it's near our house)
Cheska carried her bag, "Sure" she responded coldly, they waved goodbye and left Audrey's house.
A few minutes later, Cheska and Anne went to Shire just to look for Stacy, Cheska couldn't contain her anger anymore and it's been an hour since she's looking for Stacy and even asked Anne for help.
Cheska loudly groans in anger that people watched her throw a fit, "I can't stand this shitty aunt! Where the fuck is Stacy?! Oh if I see that bitches' face I am gonna throw her onto the road and watch her get hit by cars!"
Anne signs, (Why don't you try and check if your aunt messaged you about it?)
Cheska sighs, "You're right..." Cheska grabbed her phone and started messaging Alicia, then Alicia instantly responded.
Cheska was fuming, and she started to groan much louder that people are complaining, "UGH! STACY IS ALREADY HOME 3 MINUTES AFTER SHE CALLED ME TO LOOK FOR HER HERE!"
Anne scratches her head, (What happened?)
Cheska angrily showed Anne the message, making Anne gasp in surprise, (I could feel the anger that you have...)
A few moments later, Cheska angrily stormed inside the house, only to find Alicia happily playing with Stacy and Scarlett.
Alicia stopped playing with her children and stood up, "I am your elder so don't make faces at me, you're useless!"
Cheska scoffed, "OH, WOW, AFTER LOOKING FOR YOUR DAUGHTER FOR ALMOST 2 HOURS AND SHE ENDED UP BEING HERE, UH-UH!"
"CHESKA?" Martha walked downstairs with her luggage, "Why are you screaming at your aunt?"
Stacy and Scarlett were already crying.
Cheska scoffed, "You don't know what happened and even if I tell you, you won't believe me!"
Martha sighs, waiting for Alicia to stand up and prepare her luggage, she sighs as she looks at Cheska, "Honey, we are flying to another country now, are you really trying to fight before we could leave?"
Cheska rolls her eyes, "Then leave for all I care!"
"Cheska..." Martha sheds tears, "Can you at least call me an uber?"
Cheska calls out Ava, "AVA!!!!!"
Ava groans in irritation and immediatley ran downstairs, "What?"
"Call mom an uber!" And there she goes storming inside her room.
Ava called the uber and bids goodbye to her mother and aunt.
As the uber arrived, Martha just really wanted to see her daughter, Cheska as she doesn't know when will be the last time.
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Unspoken Desires
Ficción GeneralCheska, a girl whose heart bore the weight of abandonment, had carried the scars of her past with her throughout her life. The wounds ran deep, originating from the neglect she had endured at the hands of her parents. Their absence had left her with...
