A Kiss ( #Wattys2016 )

XXII.Let you go?

It's been a day since we were back from our little trip. That day at the lake house was like a dream come true. I never imagined anything of that sort to happen with me. The thing that you watch in movies and read in books, those perfect moments which we want in real life was all happening to me. And I was so happy. I have never been this happy before and I hope it continues to be this way.

Only a week of summer holidays is left now, and here we are, me and Tyler lying on my bed talking about nothing and everything, wrapped in each other's arms. And you ask where is Skylar, well she left to go back to her home in Manhattan on the very same day Tyler took me to the lake house.

"When you kissed me that game night, did you think you would fall in love with me?" Tyler asked as he played with my hair.

"I didn't think that much at that time; I was quite busy enjoying the kiss." I playfully replied brushing his jaw with my thumb.

"Aah, that you were!" He smirked kissing my nose and I giggled.

"Hey, April! I forget to tell you one thing!" He said sitting up.

"What about?" I asked all ears at his serious expression.

"I am going to Manhattan for few days." He said and I furrowed my eyebrows.

"Why so suddenly?" I asked all curious by now.

"Chase met with a car accident few days ago, though he is all right only a few stiches on his leg and a broken arm. I am going to pay him a visit and probably knock some senses into him." He explained and I sighed in relief.

I hope Chase is fine. He is sort of a good friend and whenever we met, he has done nothing but helped me.

At least the plan doesn't involve Skylar, but it still bothers me because I know Skylar, she will find a way to be near Tyler again.

"Oh, that's bad. You should really do that and do give my best wishes to him." I said and he nodded.

I just hope his visit to Manhattan does not cause another problem to our relationship.

"When are you leaving?"

"Tomorrow morning."

"Okay then let's make use of the time we have left!" I smirked pushing him on the bed and sitting on his stomach.

"I like way you think Hayden." He smirked back and pulled me forward.

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I stood in front of my house it was late and Tyler had to leave early morning. I was weary about it but his kiss assured me and a grin spread across my face.

Tyler brushed hair from my forehead as I traced his jaw. He kisses me one last time his tongue dancing with mine.

"See you after few days." He said and smiled.

"Definitely."

He walks away and I blew him a kiss he held his fist to his heart walking backwards. I walked back inside all jelly from inside.

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Three days!

Its been three days since Tyler went to the city to meet Chase. I haven't talk to him since then. First, I thought he must be busy and would call me when he gets time but it's already been three days and he has not even left a single message.

I am not trying to act all clingy or anything I just want to know if reached there safely and to know how is Chase.

I wonder what is he doing right now?

Without giving much thoughts I picked up my phone and finally dialed his number. About after five rings he picked up.

"Tyler, you forgot me!" I said in a singsong way.

"Yeah, now get lost and never call him again!" Someone speaks and my heart skips a beat.

"Skylar...?" I ask as a heavy lump settles in my throat.

"Isn't it obvious?" She sighs in frustration. "Now listen to me carefully! Tyler is mine and I love him. He doesn't realize this but he will once you are gone from his life. We were always destined to be together. I have been with him since forever and we were eventually going to get together, not now maybe but it has always been me and him."

My heart feel like someone is squeezing it and ignoring the pain it is letting out in the form of screams.

"Tyler has never thought of you a anything more than a good friend. He cares for you but only as a friend." I truthfully say and she huffs.

"He would have considered me more than just a friend if you didn't come into the picture." She hisses.

"I love him and he loves me back, don't you get that?" I yell into the speaker.

"Don't shout! Now tell me sweetheart, did he tell you he is coming to me?" She asks.

No and that part is making me weak in this conversation. Why didn't you tell me Tyler?

I heard the breaking of my heart as a tear rolled down my eye.

"See! That's what I am trying to say. He cares about me more than you can imagine April. And till how much time do you think he will wait for you ... you know what I mean. All guys are the same April. Tyler is no different." She says with a bitter laugh.

As much as I know Tyler, I am sure he wouldn't do that to me. He would never hurt me for that reason. But I couldn't find words to defend him.

"April now do me a favor and let him go. Break up with him for yours and everyone's sake." She says.

"I c-can't S-Skylar! I know he loves me." I almost choke.

"You sound so pathetic, sweetie before you hurt yourself more think about it!" She says bitterly and hangs up the call.

Tears roll down my eyes as my phone slips through my hands. The roars of my unnerving thoughts swallow me whole.

How can Skylar be so casual about me breaking up with Tyler?

Where is Tyler?

Why didn't he tell me he is visiting Skylar?

How can she expect me to let him go easily? Is she right, is Tyler is fed up with me already? And will she always come before anyone?

I sniffle a bit and get up and run to my room, I fall on the bed. I lay there in dark silence and mull over all the events and possibilities.

Tyler needs to tell me what his choices are. Skylar is his close friend he says but how close, will I always be second to him? Will it always hurt me this bad? I am in love with him but is he serious or am I just another fling before he finally decided to spend his life with Skylar?

A pang of intense hurt hits me in the chest and I feel restless at the thoughts.

I thought I had a fairytale style romance, but I was too dumb to not see the signs from the start.

The worst thought that comes in my mind is are they sleeping together?

All the horrible thoughts run in my mind and I feel numb.

Should I let him go?

Yes, you should before it hurts too much!

I cover my face with a pillow and cry out loudly.

I probably should!

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