Bad Timing

Bad Timing - Chapter 5

Yes, this is another chapter on the same day! This is my Valentine's Day present to you guys! If you're single on this holiday, I hope this makes you feel happy (you're not alone). And to those of you in happy relationships, whether they're new or old, I'm happy for you! Have a wonderful day, you're all lovely!

"Has anyone ever told you how sexy you are?" The guy you met just 5 minutes ago says. "Why don't you tell me?" You're trying to flirt but yet you're not interested in this guy at all. You're more interested in the fact that Laura is drinking, heavily. "Could you excuse me for a minute?" He gives you a smirk and a nod and walk over to Laura, taking 3 shots. "Hey honey, why not save some for me?" She gives you an annoyed look. "Why so you can shur them wif Hottie McJockstrap?" You laugh out loud, "is that what you're calling him?" She still seems upset for some reason. "Laura, it was your idea to go clubbing." She rolls her eyes and finishes off another shot. "Yeh but I didn't think you'd be practally fucking guys the whole fecking tem." "Okay, it's time you stop drinking, extra swear-y Laura only comes out when she's super drunk." You have to rip her drink out of her hand. She gets up and storms away from me. You look over at that guy and shake your head. He mouths 'dammit' and hands his friend a dollar as you walk out. "I hope you know you're not driving." She groans and is struggling to get her keys out of her bag. "Exactly my point." You step into the road slightly to call a cab. "I cen dribe, bitch." You laugh at how slurry her words are. "You're drunk." "I em fecking not fecking dronk, you are." Wow, she really cannot speak. "Just shh, honey." You finally flag down a cab and get in. You give the driver your address. "Hes anyone ever tuld you how pretty you arr?" "No talking until we can get you a glass of water." "But I want to talk to youu." She pokes your cheek. 

-  (Note: Laura has slightly sobered up so no more slurring, it was fun while it lasted)

You arrive at your house and walk in. "How come your not drunk? You had a couple drinks." "Yeah but I'm not a lightweight, I'm only slightly buzzed." You say as you pour her a glass of water and hand it to her. She takes a sip and smiles at you. "So I'm going to call Danny." "NO!" You quirk an eyebrow up, "I'm going to call her so she can pick you up." "No no no, can't I just stay here tonight???" You think about it, "well I mean, I guess." She jumps out of her seat and yells out a "YAY! SLEEPOVER!" "I'm still calling Danny though." Her mood instantly deflates. "No, please don't, she's going to be mad." "Honey, I'm only telling her so she doesn't get worried." "Why do you care how she feels?" Honestly, why do you? "Because.... because I would be worried if I didn't know where you were. Because I love you and care about you and if anything happened to you, I wouldn't be able to breathe, I wouldn't want to. Because a life without you isn't something I want to ever have to endure." She's staring at you as if you were a unicorn. "I.. I love you too." Not in the same way you do you. No, stop it, you're not in love with her, you're not.  You dial the number and after about 5 rings, Danny picks up. "What do you want?" she asks harshly. You choose to ignore it, "look, Laura is a little wasted and I think I'm going to let her crash at mine. I just wanted to let you know so you didn't have to be worried. She's perfectly safe and I'll take care of her." There's silence for a couple seconds. "That's actually really considerate of you.. Thanks..." "Well don't get used to it, Clifford." "As in the big red dog?" "The very same." You hear the tone that means she hung up and walk back to Laura. "Alright, time to change into jammies." She claps and you giggle. 

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"You seem pretty sober." She nods and vomits once again. "Ah yes, this is how I wanted to spend my Valentine's Day." "It's 3 AM, you gave 21 hours left of Valentine's Day left to enjoy." You roll your eyes and smile. "As if, I'd want to spend my Valentine's Day in any way other than holding your hair back while you throw up." She laughs and pulls you into a hug. "You smell bad." "Thanks, Carm." 

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"GOOD MORNING! I HAVE PREPARED HEART SHAPED EVERYTHING BREAKFAST!" And this is why, Laura is not allowed to cook on holidays. "HEART SHAPED OMLET, HEART SHAPED BREAKFAST ROLL, HEART SHAPED PANCAKE, HEART SHAPED CUP-" "How did you-" "NEVERMIND THAT, JUST TAKE IT!" "Did you melt part of the cup to make it heart shaped-" "I SAID NEVERMIND THAT!" She begins aggressively eating her heart shaped delicacies. "So do you have plans with Skyscraper today?" She rolls her eyes, you can't tell if it's at the nickname or the question. "No, she has plans with Kirsch, I mean come on, it's fucking Valentine's Day. Shouldn't you be spending it with your current fiancée rather than your ex-boyfriend?" "Well I mean, they do have a kid together. And you're not so great with Clea either. So why not just let her enjoy herself, she shouldn't let it be awkward with the giant puppy forever. Plus you have me, the platonic love of your life and we can hang out for all of eternity.. or at least until you have to leave." She leaves and grabs your hand. "I love you." Your stomach does a backflip an your heart skips a beat. "I love you too. Happy Valentine's Day, Laura." "Happy Valentine's Day, Carm." She kisses you on the cheek. And in that moment, you're ready to admit it. You're in love with Laura Hollis.