Damaged

Chapter 22

I remember cracking open the bottle of whiskey but I don't remember drinking all of it. I went to take another swig and no liquor fell into my mouth. I crinkled my forehead and observed the now empty bottle. I curse at myself under my breathe and set the bottle on the table. The clock displayed "3:47 AM" in big red numbers. With a sigh, I decide it was time to go to sleep. I cringe in pain as I think of rolling to my side and cuddling up under my blankets. Instead I pull the covers over my shoulders and close my eyes. A flash of a familiar face crossed my mind. Her beautiful features and long, silky hair. Her soft skin and warmth in her kiss. It was my true love; Liz. Damn, she was gorgeous. Not only did she have great looks but her personality was out of this world. Her touch was soothing and so was her words. Fuck.. I miss her so much. Why wasn't she here with me now? I flip open my eyes and brush away an unexpected tear. I sit up, painfully and reach for the phone. I think I remember her number but it's faint. I pick up the phone and hear the dial tone. My fingers cross over the familiar numbers as I press them to dial for Liz. The phone rang and rang with no answer. Finally, I hung up. She must of gotten a new number or maybe I didn't remember it correctly. Either way, I shrugged it off and laid back down. With the faint sounds of the tv in the background, I soon fell asleep.

Upon awakening, I realized I was really alone. No doctors or nurses came to check on me and I didn't want them to. I sat up and rubbed my neck. I needed a hair cut; bad. I looked at the bottle on the side table and begin to smile at myself. I got drunk for the first time last night. I pulled my legs over the side of the bed and began to stand. I walked over to the dresser to change out of this hospital gown. I open the drawer and there is only a couple outfits of mine from my bag. I slip on a "Bless The Fall" band tee and a pair of blue skinnys. I slip on my black vans and head towards the door. As I reach for the handle, my stomach grows louder then my thoughts. I grab my sides and look towards the kitchen. I walk unsteadily to the cabinets and open them all. The only food there was was bagels and bread. I grabbed a bagel and a bottle of water. I finished fast and started towards the door again. I stop and look around. Where was I going to stay? I had no money and I knew no one. I walked over to the dresser and laid my hands on the top and rested. I walked to the closet and opened it. There was only my backpack in there. I grabbed it and headed for the dresser. I shoved my clothes in there and walked to the bed. I pulled off the sheet and stuck it in my bag as well. I lifted a pillow to carry and something fell out of it. I looked on the ground and saw a white envelope and picked it up. I opened it and saw a paper with words. It read, "honey, if you are leaving you might need some help. Here is just a little to help. Be careful hun. Love, your nurse." I begin to grin and open the envelope more to find a roll of green. I take it out and count. She left me $5,000. Wow. My smile widens and I grab the pillow and head for the door. I look back one last time and leave. Where was I going to stay? Maybe a Motel 6 for now. I began walking towards the street. I thumbed down a cab and got in. "Where to?" I thought for a moment and smiled. "The mall, please." I laid back and enjoyed the ride.

Once I arrived I paid the cab driver and got out. The mall was huge and had hardly any people inside. I roamed the stores, buying clothes here and there. My stomach growled again and I looked around, lost. I walked until I found the food court and bought some mcdonalds. I was almost done eating when I looked over to see a beautiful lady sitting by herself a couple seats over. I felt my face get warm and I ducked my head, knowing I was blushing. I took another glance and my eyes ran over her features. I realized something.. These features were all too familiar. My eyes viewed her flawless skin and her beautiful eyes. I knew this beautiful woman. And I knew her well.

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Hey, guys! Sorry my post keep you waiting. I've been on vacation and it's hard to keep up. So sorry! I'm heading home now so this should become more regular! Much love, xoxo- Megs