Two Worlds Collide

Chapter 13

Allyson POV

It was exactly one week ago when I uncovered the painful truth that Kyson was being unfaithful to me. Since then, I've distanced myself from everyone around me. The whole experience has felt like a never-ending nightmare I couldn't escape. Throughout that week, I hadn't exchanged a single word with Kyson, and he hadn't made any effort to check on or visit me. His lack of concern spoke volumes about his true character, leaving me reevaluating our relationship.

Esmerelda and Carmen visit almost every day, primarily for dinners. After that bathroom thing, I have been thinking more about her and how she made me feel. The way her hand ran up and down my body, her lip touched my skin, and her eyes darkened every time I made a noise. It only lasted a few minutes until my mother almost barged in, but it still left me wanting more. 

Kyson had never caused me to feel this way. He wanted me to go with him several times, but I said no. The truth is, I am still a virgin. Crazy, right? Senior year in high school and one of the most popular girls, I am a virgin. I know sex; I had that talk with my mother before. But I knew I was the type that wanted to get the highest body count. Esmerelda was the first person that touched me.

"Allyson," My mother called out.

"Mmm", I responded.

"You space out, honey. You okay?" She said with a concerned look.

At the breakfast table, my mother made Pancakes with bacon and scrambled eggs. Today is Friday and a high-carb day for both of us. I love carbs. My father had already left for the office, and Brooklyn spent the night with her boyfriend. It was just me and my mother today.

"Yes, I am fine," I said, picking at the eggs.

"Honey", My mother said. She put down her silverware and looked at me with an emotionless expression.

"You have not been yourself for the past week. Had something happened with your artwork?"

I shook my head, "It's about Kyson."

My mother and I have never had secrets. We always talked about everything.

"What about him?" She asked.

"How do you feel about me dating him?" I asked her.

I have never asked my mother's opinion of him before. "What do you mean?"

"I mean, how do you feel about him? His personality, character, behavior", I explained deeply.

"My honest opinion?" She questioned. I nodded.

"His demeanor is truly appalling. He exhibits the mannerisms of a poorly behaved-toddler with an inflated ego, and his behavior has only worsened in recent months. I couldn't help but overhear your heated argument last week when we had a guest over. If you're open to facing reality, it might be best to consider ending the relationship. His influence on your life does not seem to be positive."

Dang, I thought, listening to her words.

I sat there in silence, taking her words in. She was right. For some time now, we haven't been what we were when we started. I felt there was distance in our relationship. Now I know the reason why. I made up my mind then to break up with him. My family is hosting a banquet tomorrow night before school starts that Monday. I will break up with him then.

I took out my phone to start blocking him. We hardly ever texted, so he wouldn't even notice. I looked through my messages and saw that Esmerelda sent one this morning.

[Esmerelda] Good Morning, Beautiful. I hope you had a good sleep last night. Use the Advil I put next to your bed if your head hurts.

I bit my lip from smiling at her text. I gave her my number a few days ago, and since then, we have been talking every day about everything. Last night was a family fun night for us, and we invited Carmen and Esmerelda. We played multiple games and drank wine. Some of us might have gotten a little more drunk toward the end. I was one of them. During the whole night, we sat next to each other, and a few times, our bodies would touch our knees, shoulders, or hands.