Caught In Between (B5 Story)

Wrong

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*Morning*

**Dustin's Perspective:** I woke up with a pounding headache. I really dislike getting drunk, but I have a fondness for drinking; it helps numb the chaos and frustration I encounter—especially with Andria and work. I'd rather not delve into that right now, but the thought alone frustrates and pains me.

As I got out of bed, I noticed Andria was still slumbering. My recollection of last night was hazy; I remembered hitting her and her locking me out of our room. I also vaguely recalled some intimate moments... well, bits and pieces of them.

I detest hurting her; I truly do. However, she gets on my nerves, and when I drink, my patience wanes even further. But whatever, it is what it is.

I shuffled into the kitchen to brew a cup of coffee when I heard my phone ringing. I hurriedly rushed to answer it and saw it was my mother. I quickly picked up.

*Phone Conversation*

Dustin: "Hello?"

Momma A: "Hey, Dustin!"

Dustin: "Hi, Mom! How are you?"

Momma A: "I'm doing well. I just wanted to check in on you and Andria."

Dustin: "We're fine; everything's pretty much the same."

Momma A: "Oh, good to hear! Are you two getting along?"

Dustin: "Yeah, Mom. I just said we're fine. Why...?"

Momma A: "Well, I haven't heard from you both since... I don't know, back when the..."

*Cuts off*

Dustin: "Please, Mom, don't bring that up."

Momma A: "You can't keep avoiding—"

Dustin: "MOM... STOP, PLEASE!"

Momma A: "But Dustin—"

Dustin: "I don't want to discuss it, okay? That situation is over, and we've moved on. Was that the reason for your call, or what? Because if it is, I don't want to continue this conversation."

Momma A: "LISTEN, DUSTIN. YOU ARE AN ADULT, LIVING ON YOUR OWN WITH A WIFE AND MAKING YOUR OWN DECISIONS. I'M PROUD OF YOU, BUT YOU LISTEN TO ME: YOU WILL NOT DISRESPECT ME. DO YOU HEAR ME? BECAUSE I WILL MAKE A SPECIAL TRIP TO WHOOP YOUR ASS IN FRONT OF YOUR WIFE AND NEIGHBORS IF YOU DON'T. DO I MAKE MYSELF CLEAR?"

Dustin: "Yes, ma'am."

Momma A: "Now, where's the apology? I'm waiting."

Dustin: "I'm very sorry, Mom."

Momma A: "That's more like it. Now, the real reason I called is to share some exciting news about your younger brother."

Dustin: "Yeah? What's going on?"

Momma A: "Your little brother is getting married to Aja in two weeks!"

Dustin: "Why so soon?"

Momma A: "You would have known about this seven months ago if you or Andria had picked up your phones. You both have been avoiding us and keeping your distance."

Dustin: "We have our lives, Mom. We're busy."

Momma A: "So, you're too busy for me and your brothers now? And Andria can't talk to her family or best friends?"

Dustin: "Pretty much."

Momma A: "Dustin, don't joke with me."

Dustin: "I'm not."

Momma A: "You just—"

Dustin: "Just what?"

Momma A: "Never mind. Anyway, everyone is coming tomorrow for the next two weeks, and we want to see you both."