What Love does...

Chapter 1: The 'other' girl Incident.

(Aaliyah POV)

The sound of the alarm rang through my ears, as I got up to get in the shower. I feel like school on Mondays should be banned. At least I get to see Scott today, he was busy all weekend, we didn't even text or call. We've been together for about 3 years I'd say. I fell in love with him at first sight. I fell in love with every little thing he did. The way he spoke, how smart he was, the way his eyes crinkled st the corners when he smiles. Everything. We were friends for a month until we started dating. That's when everything changed, and nobody could get near our love, up until the jealousy started. 

Jumping out of the shower I walked to my closet. I picked out my  warm burgundy Autumn top, light skinny jeans, burgundy watch and Converse. I tied my hair up in a bun, but let my full fringe stay. I did cut it short a year and a half ago, but decided to grow it out. Scott liked it either way, he said he loves me for me, not for what I look like. 

(Timeskip to school)

Maths, my third favourite lesson. First it's Drama, then Music, then Maths. I have Drama with Scott, he loves it too, and decided he wanted to take it with me. This Maths lesson is boring, the same stuff we did last week. Scott hasn't turned up yet, he is always here on time. Maybe he is ill. I'll ask to go to the toilet, and call him. 

"Miss, can I go to the toilet please? I don't feel to good." I asked putting on a face holding my stomach. I knew she would let me anyway, I'm always good in lesson.

"Of course Aaliyah, but you have a test in 5 minutes, so hurry up." Miss Yasten smiled and let me go. I got to the bathroom and called Scott. I tried to phone him four times and he finally picked up on the fifth time. As soon as I heard his voice I calmed down a little. 

"Hey baby girl." He said huskily, but with a sense of sadness. 

"Hey Scott. I miss you, what's wrong? You haven't missed a day at school for 3 years!" I started panicking again. He sighed down the phone, and I pictured him pinching the bridge of his nose.

"Aali, we need to talk after you finish school. I miss you too, I'll talk to you later OK? I love you. Meet me at the gates after school. Bye" Was all he said, and I couldn't say anything to him as he hung up. Now I was really worried, but I had to get back to class... School finished and I waited for Scott to turn up. He text me saying he parked round the corner, so I made my way there. His black Range Rover was parked at the back, so I hopped in. I leant over and gave him a quick kiss, and smiled at him. He gave a weak smile back, and started to drive. The ride was nice, but I felt sadness in the air. I was still waiting for him to tell me what was wrong. 

"Princess, I don't want us to go to my house, so I'm taking you to the restaurant. Let me grab my wallet and I'll be back out." He said as he ran up to his house. His phone was left on his chair, but I didn't mind. I wouldn't go through his phone, It's his. I waited for another four minutes until his phone pinged, and someone's number popped up. I couldn't help myself but look at the name. It was a girl under the name (Claire :)) Who was this girl? Scott had never spoken about her before. I hoped she wasn't something to worry about. I heard it ping again, making me pick up his phone. I was so scared, I couldn't believe I was looking through his phone. The messages read 'Are you still available to catch up over coffee at mine today? Miss you like crazy, It's been a few years :)'. 'Also does Aaliyah know yet?' I kept thinking who the hell is this bitch, when Scott came back to the car. I wasn't going to question him until he read the message himself. 

"Baby, your phone went off a couple times." I smiled as sweetly as I could, trying to hide my jealousy. 

"Thanks baby, I love you."

"I love you too." He sat on his phone for 2 minutes texting, almost ignoring my presence. He smiled whenever he received a message from 'Claire'. I already disliked her, she drew his attention away from me. He finally put his phone down and started driving. When we reached the restaurant, he opened my door for me, and let me out. He held my hand as I climbed out, and I felt warm inside. He always does that for me, but it always makes me feel happy.

While we ordered, his smile faded as he realised we were meant to be talking about something. Before he had the chance, I suddenly questioned him about Claire. He looked shocked, but so did I, I didn't realise I would just say that.

"Baby, the reason you haven't heard about her before, is because the last time I saw her was  6 months before I met you, and we didn't keep in contact. Claire, something happened to her, not a good thing. It's not my place to tell you what happened. I wouldn't cheat on you with anyone, especially not her, that would be weird. Claire is.....my twin sister."