Through his eyes

47

Theodore

Peter made it very evident that he did not like what happened the last time between us.
But I could care less about that dumbass, I would rather worry about my grades if I were him.

It was finally Friday and I had to hurry after school so I would arrive on time at work. I told Imani that I was going to pick her up - if she has no problem arriving a little bit late.

After my shift ended I rushed home to get ready for the exhibition. Last night I spend about 3 hours tuning the Chevy Mrs Jovita gifted me. I showered, got dressed and tried to style my hair but immediately regretted it. But it was to late to wash my hair again so I just ran my hands through my hair.

It was almost 8pm and I still had to pick up Imani, I send her a quick text saying I'm on my way.

I quietly but quickly made way downstairs,
"Theo? You look... nice" Zoe compliments
"Uh thanks" I said looking for my car keys,
"Where are you going?" Zoe asked
"Out" I calmly said looking in our entry for my car keys
"Yes but where?"
"Somewhere"
Where are my keys?!

"Theo I want you to look at me when I talk to you!" Zoe said in a stern tone,
I slowly turned towards her raising my eyebrow
"Are you looking for these?" Zoe asked holding my keys in the air
"Why do you have my keys?"
"So that you would listen,"
"I am listening" duh
"No you're not. I want you to respect me and listen to me when I tell you something!"
I rolled my eyes at her silly behaviour

"Zoe, give me my keys" I said in a dull tone
"Tell me where you're going"
"I'm going out. With Imani. Happy?" I said getting impatient
"My keys?" I added,

Zoe sighed and finally gave me my keys.

•••

I parked my car in Imani's driveway when I ringed the doorbell, a few seconds later Imani opened the door and wow

"You look absolutely beautiful"
Imani giggles "Thank you"
"And you look like the hot mafia guy straight out off a wattpad book" she joked
"A what book?" I asked
"Nothing! You look hot!" She said quickly
"C'mon let's go!"

I helped her down the stairs guiding her to my car and opened the door for her
"Ahh I see you brought out the fancy car for today" Imani giggled
"Yup" I said closing her door and jogging to the drivers seat.

•••

We were late, but rather late than not here at all right?
"You guys made it!" Brianna and Mei greeted us we went further inside the gallery

"Yeah but rather late than never huh" Imani joked, see exactly my thought.
"Just on time, they're gonna Ashley's photography soon!" Mei said urging us to follow her.

We were offered some champagne and wine which I declined and Imani gladly accepted.
The music was coming to a halt and the focus went to stage in front of us,

A lady in a white dress appeared on the stage
"Ladies and gentlemen, thank you all for joining us today at this remarkable exhibition. Your presence here is truly appreciated, and we're excited to share the incredible talent showcased in this year's Art and Photography contest. Without further ado, let's unveil the winning artwork that has captivated our judges and represents the pinnacle of creativity" she finished and the audience started to clap.

The black blankets that hid Ashley's portraits were removed and a little gasp escaped my lips.
"Wow" Imani gasped as she stared at the portraits "they are perfect" she adds

"Now" The lady on the stage started again
"A big applause for our Winner Ashley Bakers"
The audience applauded and Ashley went up the stage to hold a little speech.

"Wow, uhm first of all I want to thank everyone for voting for my Pictures. But I want to send some special thanks to a guy named Theodore, the guy in the pictures," she chuckles awkwardly before taking a deep breath

"I wanna thank him for inspiring me and allowing me to work with him.
I named this project 'reflection' because even though no words are spoken, his image itself speaks enough words to understand what it's about. Thank you"

Everyone started clapping, I mean it is true those pictures are a 10/10. I don't think I've ever looked this okay on a picture.

But the guy on the portraits and me are two different people. I was probably at my lowest when these pictures got taken and right now I feel like I'm at my highest point in life. I haven't had a panic or anxiety attack in months! I found a new best friend, I love my girlfriend, my dad is trying to change and I finally met my mom.

I am

Happy.

•••

"I'm 100% sure Ashley could and should become a professional photographer, she has the eye for it!" Imani said as we walked inside her house.

"True. She got the talent for it"
"Thank god I can take these finally off" Imani said throwing her high heels in a random corner causing me to laugh
"Why do you wear them if they hurt you?"
"Cuz they look good" she hollered
"You want to drink something? Or eat something?" Imani asked
"No thanks. I should get going now"
"How about..." Imani started stepping closer to me "you stay the night?" She asked hooking her arms around my neck.

Out of instinct I held her by the waist
"I gotta work tomorrow" I said in a low tone
"Well then you leave early in the morning?" She suggested starring at my lips and then back at my eyes
"Your lucky I love you" I exclaimed
"I know" she giggles biting her lip

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