The Only One

Chapter 1

As I twist and turn in my bed, I can't help but notice my phone vibrating on my nightstand. I groan as I reach for my phone.

"Hello...?" I asked into my phone.

"Elenaaa! Where are you!" Jessica yells into my phone.

"Jessica? What's up? Are you drunk?" I began to worry for her.

"Not yet! Why haven't you shown up yet?" She asks.

"We were supposed to meet up tonight?" I asked, confused about what she's talking about.

"Duh! We are celebrating Bryan's promotion, remember?" She answers, surprised I forgot.

"I'm so sorry! I've been so busy all week with work and Eric, that it completely passed my mind. But don't worry, I'll be there in less than an hour" I yell into my phone, already running to my closet to look for my outfit.

"Okay! I got a table, so don't worry about having to wait too long in line. Let me know if you need someone to pick you up, Love" She yells as she hangs up the call.

I honestly cannot believe I forgot our night out. Work has been killing me lately and Eric has been no help.

I decided to send him a text letting him know I was going out tonight. I pick up my phone from my bed, noticing the time 10pm.

Hey Love, I know it is sudden but I am going out with Jessica to celebrate a co-worker's promotion. I should be home at like 1 am. Love you!

I hope he doesn't get upset with me. While I'm waiting for his message, I continue on the hunt for an outfit. I decide on this tight black dress with lace around my chest. The tiny pink bows on the front and on the short sleeves were such a cute detail. I quickly got dressed and started working on my hair when I heard a *ping* from my phone.

I flip my phone seeing Eric<3 pop up.

Eric- What do you mean you're going to the club without me?! Are you honestly trying to hurt my feelings? You don't even care about us! I can't believe you would do this to me. Are you cheating? Is that why you are going without your boyfriend? You don't even care what my friends would say if they saw you hanging out with some guy that isn't me!

Elena- Honey it's not like that. I completely forgot about this outing. If I had remembered, I would have told you long ago. I love you and of course, I am not cheating.

Eric- No you are cheating! No female with a boyfriend would want to go to the club without him. Who's the so-called "co-worker"?

Elena- His name is Bryan and he's been working in my branch for a long time. I see him at work all of the time.

Why does he always need to make me "going out" such a big deal? I am starting to doubt this relationship. For some insane reason, I cannot help myself and I stay every time. My parents love him and we've been together for a long time. Sure it's been off and on, but aren't all relationships difficult?

Eric- Oh so instead of working, you are wasting your time flirting with some co-worker. You know what, do whatever you wanna do. That's how it always goes anyway!

Elena- You know what! I'm going anyways! Now stop texting me.

I am tired of his explosions of jealousy. He knows I love him and could never cheat on him. He can get so controlling at times.

It's difficult ignoring the hundreds of messages blowing up my phone, but I don't pay too much attention. It's been forever since I've gone to the club!

I finish the last touches to my hair and makeup. I went for a bouncy blowout and simple makeup. I didn't want to take too long.

I quickly call a taxi, ignoring Eric's messages, and patiently wait by the door. Hearing a honk, I quickly grab my purse and head out the door.