A day passed. It was a busy day. The police station called Charlotte and Audrey, instructing them through the steps to reverse Charlotte’s declaration of death. Audrey gathered the court records and they filed a petition. Afterwards, they went to Charlotte’s bank to explain everything to them. Once her declaration of death was reversed, she'd have all her accounts back. In the evening, their parents came over to their home, celebrating her being found alive.
It was an awkward, uncomfortable day, but.. she still felt grateful. This was way better than her experience on The Plane.
The next day came. Parker came early, which surprised Charlotte. Audrey encouraged Charlotte, telling her to spend the day with Parker. It was unexpected, but it wasn't like she had anything else to do.
“What made you want to hang out today?” She asked him, a small smile on her face. Her heart subtly raced.
He glanced at her, a smile on his face as well. “There are a few things I want to do with you.” Something about that was nostalgic.
“Well, duh.” She snickered. “But what specifically?”
“Well, the main thing is I want to get you a new phone.”
Her eyes widened. “Seriously?”
“Yeah.” He beamed. “How else am I gonna keep in contact with you?”
She was at a bit of a loss for words. She shook her head. “Parker, I-” She laughed. “You don't have to.”
“Come on, you need a phone. I can spend some money for you.”
“Parker,” She shook her head again, smiling but feeling guilty. “I already owe you.”
“C’mon, for what?” He chuckled.
“The-..” She looked to the side. “The surgery money.”
Parker’s eyes widened, implying he had forgotten. Even so, his lip remained neutral, showing no signs of sudden sourness. “You don't have to pay me back, Charlotte.” His tone was genuine and firm.
“How can you say that?” Charlotte muttered. “Did Audrey pay you back with my money?”
“No.”
“...”
“It's okay.” He responded quickly to her shock. “Plus, you still need that money; the mold is still there.”
She let out a breath through her nose. “I don't deserve you.” She murmured, barely audible. Their conversation fizzled out. Charlotte assumed he hadn't heard what she said. Parker finally spoke again minutes later to ask her what kind of phone she wanted.
Parker had heard what she said, but didn't acknowledge it.
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In Charlotte's Eyes
FanfictionCharlotte did some stupid things. Then she disappeared. She has to face the consequences. Or, a retelling of Charlotte's life before and after ONE. The artist of the cover is @gavonosc on Tumblr! Please go check their art out, they are talented!
