WHITE OAK

Chapter 11

Just so you know this is what I pictured Rebecca to look like and the outfit on top is Mia's movie outfit. I know I've been updating a lot this week and I hope you guys are still with me. I know it is short and spurratic but I try.

Lots of love
Johannie

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Carter:

The next morning I woke up feeling tons lighter. I had a dream of Mia again. She was lying on her bed. Her flaming red hair was fanned out across her pillow and I couldn't believe that one person could posses such beauty. I felt her presence close to me as I slept. I could almost reach out and touch her but there was some invisible barrier blocking me.

Tonight was movie night with Mia as was every Tuesday. I barely made it through school and practice. My body was still aching from the change and coach insisted on pressing me extra hard because I missed three days of practice. By the time we'd finished I felt like every bone in my body had turned onto jelly that had melted from all the heat of the cardio. When I saw Mia waiting for me leaning against my car reading some soppy romance novel my heart melted. How could I be so negative when there are people like her in the world. The embodiment of calm and collected. She stood there for two hours but she still looked like she was comfortable and happy. Not a worry in the world she didn't even look a little irritated that I was late. Maybe I should take cool lessons from her.

When I got home I decided that it was time that Mia met my mom and dad. I called her and moved the movie night to my house. When I told my mom she was super exited that she immediately started making snacks. She went a little overboard if you ask me. I stopped her a bit too late when she had already put the cheesecake in the fridge. My mom had always been fond of cooking.

Mia:

I've never been this nervous about a movie night in my life. Usually it is at my house and mom is at the office so it is very chilled. Earlier Carter called and asked if I wanted to go to his house for movies. Shit I think our TV would look like a tablet compared to theirs. Maybe they are one of those weird rich families that have like their own little movie theatre in their basement. What do I wear?

I went with a casual red skirt but it was a little chilly so I wore a loose fitting black jersey over it and black knee highs. It looked casual enough for a movie night but neat enough for when I meet his parents. He didn't say anything about them but I knew he wouldn't just change his mind about movie night that fast.

When I got to his house I was once again struck in awe by his house. It was huge and beautiful nut still very inviting. They had perfected the line between mansion and homey. I knocked on the front door (although I sorta still had the key in my bag. I just had to put it back again sometime) and I could hear Carter walking down the stairs. He opened the door and greeted me with a giant bear hug and a kiss to the forehead. (I know its weird but we have a cool friendship) I almost smiled but then I saw the most beautiful women I have ever seen. While carter only wore a faded blue jean and a white T-shirt she looked neatly dressed in a long pastel pink pencil skirt a ruffled white shirt and white heels. She saw me and smiled warmly. "Oh Mia I'm so excited to finally meet you. Carter here has tried to keep you all for yourself" I could barely respond when she gave me a tight hug. Not one of those uncomfortable hugs some people give that feels like they could barely stand to touch you. She genuinely felt happy to see me. I was so happy and I returned her hug. She told me to call her Rebecca bit her husband was a little more strict so he sadly had to be called Mr Peace. I laughed at how she mocked her husband. They seemed like such a warm family. Mr Peace also greeted me with a hug but a little less enthusiastic then Rebecca.

We all sat down and had some coffee (best coffee ever!) Carter's parents asked me about my parents and where I lived before I came to Scottsville. Very straight forward stuff but I still felt a little uncomfortable. I really wanted to impress them. We sat there for a few minutes before Rebecca suddenly jumped up as if something had stung her. "oh dearie my darlings we are taking up all your precious movie time! How could we. Go on right to Carter's room and I will be up in a few with a couple of snacks."

Carter looked apologetic at the sound of snacks. I wondered why. He stood up and led me to his room even though I would have found it on my own. I plopped down on his bed soft grey pillows surrounded me. I have never laid on a bed the comfortable. I had to be careful or I might just fall asleep. Carter turned on the TV (thank goodness no creepy home theatre) I smiled when I saw what movie he had picked. Lord Of The Rings. It was one of my favourite movies and it was nice and long so I could stay a little longer. When he had just finished and was on his way to come sit next to me his mom popped her head onto the room carrying the biggest tray of food I have ever seen. Everything from warm soft pretzels to a big ass slice of cheesecake. I wondered if she had made them or if she had just bought them and taken it out of the package. When I think of movie snacks I think popcorn and maybe some juice but obviously she didn't agree. I now see why Carter made a face when his mom brought up the snacks earlier.

She gave me a nod and left the tray on the edge of the bed. She also left the door open. (Like any self-respecting parent would.) Carter jumped onto the bed next to me and pulled me into a hug (he didn't let go so it turned into a sort of cuddle) he almost bumped over the tray of food so he quickly caught the tray and laid it across our laps. He pressed play and I was lost in the world of Frodo and Sam

Carter:
Mia looked beautiful tonight. I couldn't keep my eyes of her. Movie night was always my favourite because I got to hold her without anything being weird. I got to feel her perfect little body in my arms while I watched one of my favourite movies of all time. Not that I really paid attention to the movie. How could I when her soft pale legs were brushing against mine and I could smell the strawberries in her hair. Her breaths got more even and I could feel her falling asleep in my arms. It was the best feeling ever and I didn't have the heart to wake her. I wanted this moment to last forever but then the credits started rolling and she jerked awake. She looked so cute when she was confused. Her forehead creased in the most adorable way and her eyes were bluer than ever.

My mom came and checked in on us. She looked very disappointed at the small dent we had made in her food. Mia and I had eaten until we couldn't anymore and there was still a huge pile of food left on the tray. I would have to remember to thank mom for the snacks. I saw how late it had gotten. Why did she have to leave now. We haven't even talked about anything yet. Not that there was anything serious to talk about but I loved the little rants she had about her dad and how Ali just wouldn’t stop trying to get her to dye her hair. I would murder Ali if she touched a single hair on Mia’s head. Her hair was she most perfect shade of red. I have never seen a natural shade this bright before. She always had something to say and I listened contently. I never talked about myself though. It's not that I didn't want to tell her about myself but I was pretty boring so what was there to say. Lacrosse, school, absent parents (until about two days ago now they are here 24/7) big ass house that is always empty, oh and the whole Leshy thing but she wouldn't believe me even if I wanted to tell her. My mom and dad absolutely forbade me to tell anyone. Which makes sense I would go to the nuthouse and my family name would be in shambles. I drove Mia home in silence. About halfway through the drive home Mia fell asleep in the car. When I got to her house I felt to bad to wake her up. Her mom wasn't at home and I knew where their spare key was kept. I quickly unlocked the door and picked Mia up bridal style. She was exhausted and I wondered what had made her so tired. I carried her up to her room and tucked her in. As I was about to leave she opened her eyes and smiled at me. She grabbed my hand and pulled me closer as I fell on the bed she cuddled me close and gave me a huge bear hug. “ Thank you for being my friend Carter. I love you.” She mumbled under her breath and fell asleep instantly.

“I love you too” I whispered kissing her forehead.