Chained

I just figured --

Arriving home -- I walk upstairs into my room and undress myself. Slipping into my pajamas, I pull out the covers on my bed and lay myself down. Checking my phone; I logged onto my twitter and sent out a tweet saying: "2nite was interesting. got hit in the face with a ball & partied. gotta do it again. xoxo".

Placing my phone on top of my dresser, I shut off the light. It was a long night and I needed some sleep.

Morning arrived. It was a beautiful sunny day. Birds chirping, a slight breeze. Today was going to be good. I could feel it. Despite the incident from last night, I had a great time. I even made new friends.

My mom had called from downstairs letting me know that breakfast was ready. Opening my door and running down the stairs I turned the corner to greet my mother.

"Morning mom" I said while giving her a hug and placing a kiss on her cheek.

"What's up with you today? You seem -- different. You didn't have sex did you?" She asked forcefully.

"Mom no. Can't I just be sweet for once? I'm still a virgin don't worry" I replied slightly chuckling.

Sitting myself at the table, my mom came bringing the food from the kitchen. Bacon, sausage, hash browns, pancakes, and fruit was served. Now this was a breakfast. My mom always made a big breakfast on sundays. This was basically her only day off. She works two jobs six days a week. I have to say, even though she gets on my nerves, my mom was my inspiration.

Having kids at such a young age really changed her life. Especially after we lost Logan. Logan was my younger brother. He was killed during a drive by three years ago. He was only 10.

Man I miss that kid. He was one of the sweetest and smartest kids I knew. It's such a shame he was at the wrong place at the wrong time. I kind of blame myself for his death. Logan told me he wanted to stay home that day, but I pushed him into going outside to play. I sometimes wonder if this was the cause of my ratchet behavior.

"Kae, what's wrong? Why aren't you eating?" My mom had question while taking bites of her food.

"Nothing, I was just thinking about Logan and how I miss him" I forementioned as I twirled my fork in the air.

Dropping her fork and cupping her hands together she said "Honey I miss him too, but we have to move on. He'll always be with us. Always know that".

"I know mom. It's just hard" I had said getting a bit teary eyed.

I excused myself and walked outside. I needed some fresh air. Just thinking about Logan made me sappy. I hate getting that way.

"Hey" I heard someone exclaim.

Looking around, I see someone walking towards me wearing a dark hoodie. Honestly, I was a bit creeped out.

Hesitantly I asked "Do I know you?".

Stopping in front of my house the person lowered his hoodie exposing his identity. It was Justin.

What was he doing here? More importantly, how did he know where I lived?

"You already forgot who I was? How nice" Justin asked sarcastically.

"Do you want something?" I barked at him vigorously.

Kicking a rock he declared "I just wanted to say sorry for how I acted last night. I was kind of a jerk to you".

"Clearly" I scoffed.

Scratching his head, he walked a little closer towards me.

"Mikaela I was wondering if you'd like to go out sometime. Catch a movie maybe" he stated shyly.

Did he really just ask me out? I mean he was gorgeous, but why does he want me? I just don't understand.

Confused I asked him "Why me? Aren't there any other girls you could go on a date with?".

Chuckling Justin tilted his head back and answered "Who said this was a date?".

How embarrassing. Now I really felt stupid.

"I just figured --".

He stopped me from finishing my sentence and said "I'm just kidding. Of course I meant date. You should see the look on your face".

"Funny". I stated as I crossed my arms.

"So, will you go out with me ?" he questioned.

Biting my lower lip and taking two steps forward I agreed.

"Yes I'll go out with you" I stated while rolling my eyes and smiling a half smile.

Justin let out a sigh, walked over to me and hugged me tightly. It was so nice being in his arms. Though we hardly knew each other; I felt safe.

Asking for his phone, I programmed my number into it.

"Text me okay?" I said while handing him his phone back.

"Okay baby. I'll see you later " he replied while smirking and giving a wink.

Watching him walk away my stomach felt jittery. I had butterflies. This was a first for me in a long time.

My last relationship was about two years ago. It only lasted six months, but I was in love. I thought he was my one and only. Man was I wrong.

Turning around and walking into my house, I close the door and walk over to my couch.

My mom came towards me. She knew something had just went down.

"What just happened?" She asked while popping out her hip.

We both did the same thing when we wanted an answer.

"Oh nothing" I said with a huge smile on my face.

Curious, she stated "I don't know what you're up to, but I hope you make the right decision".

Laughing while rolling my eyes I stood up and ran upstairs.

Walking into my room I jumped onto my bed. Suddenly my phone buzzed with a text reading

"Hey babe ;)".

I knew who it was. I was excited.

I replied with "Hiiii!".

Simple yet effective.