To Love Thy Enemy (An Arranged Marriage Series Book One)

Part Eleven

Ellie POV

I really did not know who that girl was but if Frankie really was with her then he needed to figure his shit out. I was mad but I was going to hear him out first. Let him explain everything to me. I know most people would not do this but I was going to.

“So do you really think they were together?”

“Umm, I do not know but by the look on Frankie’s face, I would have to say no.”

“Yeah me too.”

“Hey Torie, I have something I want to ask you and just be honest.”

“Umm...okay?”

“Do you like Dusty?”

“Kinda. I mean he is really cute and funny.”

“I thought so but I wanted to ask first.”

“Okay. Just don’t tell anyone. I don’t even think he likes me.”

Hmm I will find out. YaY I was happy I was right…for once.

Frankie POV

“Dude, do you think she is pissed?”

“Knowing her, probably but I am hoping she will let me explain.”

“Well I think she will. She is pretty understanding,” Mitchell said.

I just nodded. I hoped he was right, although Mitchell does know her a little better than I do.

“Hey Mitch. Can you tell me a little about Ellie?”

“Umm, sure. What do you want to know?”

Oh geez, what did I want to know, everything under the sun really.

“Umm let’s see. What is her favorite color(s)?

“Red, black and green.”

 “Favorite music?”

“Well she likes anything except classical and hip hop.”

“What is her favorite TV show? Favorite store? Hobbies? Dislikes?”

“Whoa dude, slow down just a bit. Her favorite shows are Bones, NCIS, Law and Order. Her favorite stores are Hot Topic and Spencers. Her hobbies are drawing, listening to new bands, and really hanging out with the people she loves. I really don’t know her dislikes. “

“Okay thanks Mitch. I will just talk to her later to get more info.”

He just nodded. Finally the day was coming to an end. I was sitting in my last class when I felt my pocket vibrate. New Message

Hey. Meet me at the car after school. We have to talk before everyone comes over.

Umm okay. What time should I tell them to come over?

I told Torie five. I’m making dinner for about six. Tell Dusty and Mitchell that. See you soon

Okay

“Hey guys, Ellie and I have to talk before you guys come over. So head over about five, oh and I guess Ellie is making dinner for about six.”

“Oh her food is actually pretty good. I wonder what she is going to make.”

“She didn’t say but I guess you will find out when you get there.”

The bell rand and we all headed out to our lockers. I shoved any homework I had into my bag and headed for the car. I could see Ellie standing there, playing with her phone. She looked up, saw me and flipped her phone closed.

“Hey.”

“Hey. I guess we are doing some wedding plans this weekend. So don’t make plans until we are done with them.”

I just nodded. I put my stuff in the car and Ellie followed.

“So do you want to go to the park and talk?”

She just nodded and sat in the passenger seat. I had never seen her like this before. She was all quiet and kind of serious. I was kind of getting afraid and nervous. I drove to the park and pulled up by the toys. We got out and walked over to them.

“All right Ellie, you are scaring me. What is it you want to talk about?”

“Well I wanted to talk about what happened today at lunch. I am giving you a chance to explain what was going on.”

“Okay well I liked Amy at the end of last year. It was nothing more than a crush for me at least. When she found out that I liked her, she turned into this crazed maniac. She was always followed me around and calling me Frankie pooh. She thinks that I am hers because of what happened last year. I really am not interested in her and have told her so but she doesn’t seem to get it. I swear to you, she doesn’t mean anything to me and there is nothing between us.”

She was silent for a few moments. I could tell she was thinking everything over.

“All right, I believe you.”

I blew a sigh of relief. Mitchell was right, she is really understanding.

“I have something I would like to ask you.”

“Okay.”

“Does Dusty like Torie?”

That is not what I was expecting. But I will answer it anyway.

“Umm I think so. Why does Torie like Dusty?”

“Ahuh. She told me today actually.”

“Well I think they would be good together. When they come over, I think they should start talking.”

“Okay. Well let’s head home. I have to start prepping for dinner.”

“Oh what are you making?”

“Italian chicken, spaghetti, rolls and a salad.”

“Sounds delicious.”

She just nodded. She grabbed my hand and led me back to the car. The drive home was a peaceful nice silence. I think I am falling in love with her.