Where Have You Gone

Chapter 2️⃣1️⃣

Two months later

These two months have been kinda hell for Becky. She had seen Freen only once but they were talking on the phone almost every day.

Freen has become a lot quieter nowadays. She patiently listens to whatever Becky says. She is more distant from Becky and the rest of the gang. She deliberately avoids when the conversation turns anywhere near their special night.

Becky knew this but she had no option but to respect Sam's stand. Becky misses the old funky and funny Sam.

Sam being more formal towards Becky is not giving good vibes. Becky waited patiently for two months until one evening Sam called and said they she got the job and would be moving out of the country soon. She also promised Becky to meet her for lunch tomorrow.

Becky has taken the decision.

"Sis, are you sure? About what you have decided?" Richie asked her. They were sitting on the lawn in front of their home and having a real sibling talk.

"This is not a sudden decision Richie. I've been thinking this for quite some time. Something inside has been telling me that Sam's gonna go far away from me". Becky said staring at the floor.

"Come on Bec. You know whatever you decide I'll be there beside you, always", Richie held Becky's hand firmly.

It's been two days since Richie had asked Irin's hand in front of friends and family and Irin gladly accepted. Becky felt left alone the whole evening in the absence of Sam because she had asked Sam to join them. She wanted Sam to meet her family but Sam instantly refused telling her she had some personal work to carry out.

Everything occupied Becky's mind and heart and she decided what needed to be done.

Evening

For the first time, Becky called Sam in these two months. She never initiated a call so far as Sam used to call her at the scheduled time.

Within a ring, Sam picked up the call.

"Hey Bec, is everything okay?", Sam asked in confusion.

"Yeah... Everything is fine. How are you? Are you free to talk now?", Becky's tone has adopted reluctance.

"Mmm.. I don't say I'm not busy... Go on Bec. Tell me".

"Sam we need to talk. I want to meet you tomorrow. May be at our usual table".

"Oh... Bec I was actually thinking about whether you're available tomorrow to meet but you called first".

"Is it a yes?", Bec still couldn't rule out anything out of her answer.

"Sure, Bec but I don't think I can join you for lunch. Maybe we can meet in the evening".

"Works for me too. Bye, love you".

"See you tomorrow". Sam hung up the call without saying I love you back and this was not the first time in the two months.

The next day evening

"Becky are you sure of what you're doing?", Irin asked after knowing Becky's decision through Richie.

"I'm sure, Irin ".

Irin gave her a tight hug. "I'm happy for you Becky", said Irin and gave her a gentle forehead kiss.

"Okay, then when are you guys leaving?", Becky asked looking towards the clock. Except for Becky everyone in her family was going to a family retreat along with Irin's for the weekend.

"Yeah everyone's already hopped into the van. We'll be leaving now. Take care, Becky. Call me and tell me everything. EVERYTHING...", Irin said with a smirk and bid her bye.

Becky took her car and reached the food court 20 minutes earlier but to her surprise, Sam was already waiting for her.

Sam looked somewhat tired. She is probably not getting good sleep Bec made a mental note to ask about this to Sam before she leaves.

"Hey babe! Are you waiting for too long?", Becky asked without taking a seat.

"Not really but Bec I need to leave early". Sam's voice went low towards the end.

Becky's face showed a flash of disappointment but she held out her hand to Sam.

"What?", Sam was puzzled.

"Come with me. I need to show you something". Becky still hasn't withdrawn her hand.

Sam took her hand and walked with her. Becky walked her to the parking and asked Sam to get into the car.

"Where are we going?", Sam asked

"Surprise".

The drive was quiet. Becky could hear how Sam's heart was beating against her ribcage.
The car entered into a bungalow. It was not so big but big enough to say the family must be wealthy to own a bungalow in this area.

"Bec what place is this?", Sam asked without taking her eyes off.

"This is the place you are going to live after our marriage", Becky whispered near Sam's ear.

All tiny hair erupted into goosebumps on Sam's body.

"Becky what are you saying?", Sam's body was stiff.

"Relax Sam. It's my house. I wanted to spend some time with you. I wanted to show you my house".

"But you could have told me beforehand" Sam started sulking.

Becky entered the house with Sam. With one glance Sam could say the house was very aesthetic and elegant.

"We are inside my house and still you're wearing your cape and mask?", Becky mocked

Sam remembers she hadn't removed her iconic black cap and white mask.

"Make yourself comfortable Sam. I'll get us something to drink". Becky disappeared into the kitchen. For some reason, Sam's intuition was telling her she shouldn't have come with Becky.

Sam saw her palms sweating.

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Oopsie.. short update

Sorry

Mira