There Is a Hell, Believe Me I've Seen It.

Alligator Blood

"Hm, I wonder who it could be." I don't even know what time it is so I have no idea if it's an odd hour or not for visiters. I motion for Kim to wait for me in the kitchen and make my way to the door.

"Oli! Are you home?" Shit.

It's Amanda.

I open the door just a nudge, "Hi."

"Hi? Oli, I've called you a thousand fucking times, where's your phone?"

I look around behind me, "Uhh..."

I can almost feel her eyes rolling.

"I have no idea actually, I probably lost it." We stand there awkwardly for a few seconds. She was probably waiting for me to invite her in, but that would be even more awkward. Having my current girlfriend and my ex-girlfriend in the same house at the same time? No thanks. 

"Why are you here anyway?" 

"Rude! You would know hadn't you lost your phone. I'm here to pick up my stuff." She tries to get around me, but I quickly block her.

"Uhh, couldn't you pick a better time?"

"Why? You've already got women over? Why am I not surprised."

"It's not like that-"

"Oh please, Oliver. Save your breath for whatever broads you have coming around,"

"Oh my god, Amanda, shut up. You sound like the biggest bitch right now. "

"You shut up! You are so immature Oliver!"

"No, I'm not, You're just making me upset."

"Why? What am I interrupting?"

"Nothing, just, ugh, can you come back later?"

"No, Oliver, I'm busy for the rest of the day."

"Ugh, fuck, okay. Just go find your stuff quickly please."

I let her go through. She strides over to my bedroom, her heels being heard all throughout the house. I make my way towards the kitchen to find Kimberley standing there, confused and slightly scared. "Is that Amanda?"

"Yup, she'll only be a little while. She came by to pick up some stuff. Just wait here." I looked at her reassuringly. 

I walked back to the bedroom and watched as Amanda swiftly went through my clothes. She manages to find all of her stuff rather promptly. I stand there watching awkwardly, still in my boxers. I can't help but notice the things she's picked up, many memories flying back into my head.

The first item is a bra, of course, from the very first time we made love. That same night was the night I asked her to be my girlfriend. The bra was all black with a bit of lace, and I believe it was the only item of clothing she left that night.

The second item is a simple striped sweater, which she had forgotten from one of our sleepovers. 

The third item is another pair of heels. Mary Jane's.

She walks to my nightstand and grabs the fourth items, from the same day. A silver watch and a silver ring. They've been in the same spot since she left them a month ago. 

I can't help but feel sad watching Amanda leave without a word, our memories being carried away in her arms. All of those memories vanishing along with her as she turns a corner. I think back to all our sleepless nights where we shared our deepest thoughts, our deepest secrets, the ones we've never told anyone else before. I remember holding her in my arms and watching her as she fell asleep. I remember her smile, her laugh, her voice. I can't help but feel I've thrown all of that away.

A few moments pass before I walk into the living room to see Kimberley sitting on the couch patiently. She looks up at me, worried. Her deep brown eyes piercing into my heart. 

That;s when I realize I don't need Amanda. Our love failed, and it was time to give someone else a try, aka Kim. I realize Kim has made me feel better than Amanda has in the last few months of our relationship. All the stress had been lifted off my shoulder. Now that I didn't have anything to remind me of Amanda, it would be easier to love Kimberley. 

I walk over to her, her eyes still telling me she was worried. "Are you alright, Oli?"

"Yeah, of course, I'm fine." I knew I was. After all, I have you, Kim.

As if she could read my mind, she says, "I'm glad I have you, Oli." She reaches over for a hold of me. I lean closer, and we sit there together in each others arms for a while. Enjoying each others warmth and company. I spot my phone from the corner of my eye, sitting on the coffee table.

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Little baby chapter for now, now there's two to keep you guys busy while I figure out what's gonna happen next c:< It's gonna be good though, so stay tuned! Please comment your opinions, they're greatly appreciated ♥♥♥