Don't Go ; Luke Brooks

Twelve.

          The days seemed to go by fast, me and Luke hadn't spoke since the day we clashed when we were both intoxicated. It had only been three days yet it felt like forever. I was desperate to change the fact that we acted like enemies but I knew it was unlikely. I had almost learnt to accept it, maybe it was for the best after all. All I wanted to know was where I went wrong, what made him despise me as much as he did?

Today me and the boys were watching movies together since we were all recovering from hangovers. Although we had drank a lot since I'd arrived it was purely because we were so used to going out whenever we met up, and I guess we were making up for that lost time.

After forcing myself out of bed and pushing the pain in my head aside, I slipped on an oversized shirt Jai had given me and some yoga shorts. I ran a hand through my hair as I looked at my appearance in the mirror; I looked as if I hadn't slept in days. I walked into my bathroom and washed my face before putting my hair up into a messy bun. It made me look somewhat more presentable.

It took me a while but I eventually dragged myself out of the comfort of my room and made my way downstairs. "Good morning gorgeous," I heard someone mumble as I reached the bottom step, their arms snaking around my waist. I gasped before turning around, rolling my eyes. "Jai you can't just do that," I sighed out, shaking my head. "But good morning to you too," I murmured. "Get a room!" I heard Beau yell as he placed a bowl of popcorn on the coffee table to accompany the other various snacks.

I rolled my eyes yet again before slipping out of Jai's grip and making my way over to the sofa. "Where's Luke?" I questioned, attempting to act as if I didn't care when in reality I was slightly concerned. I hadn't seen him in days and it was beginning to worry me. "Ah, he won't leave that room of his. Y'know that annoying girlfriend he had? She cheated on him, I'd be lying if I said I didn't see it coming." Beau said, shaking his head before joining me on the sofa.

Although I was glad I wouldn't be seeing her again, I felt my heart ache for Luke. I had yet to go through real heartbreak but from what I'd seen it was terrible. I wanted to ask if he was okay but I knew it'd be a waste of time so instead I stayed with Beau and Jai, using the movies to distract myself. Even though I tried not to think about him, my mind kept wandering back to Luke. Was he okay? Had he been eating? Had the boys checked on him?

I sighed quietly to myself, earning a concerned look from Jai. "You okay? You seem a bit out of it.." he murmured, raising an eyebrow as he placed a hand on my knee, gently rubbing circles on it. "Yeah I'm fine, just tired." I smiled, attempting to look happy despite feeling worried because of Luke. Time seemed to pass by slowly, I aimlessly picked at loose threads on the t-shirt I was wearing and watched the clock.

Me and the boys eventually stopped watching movies and ate some pizza, a few slices left for Luke in case he wanted to get some although we all doubted he'd leave his room. I made my way upstairs and frowned at the strong smell of smoke. I knew Luke smoked but the strong smell told me it wasn't just cigarettes.

After debating whether I should go in or not I decided against it, knowing it'd be easier if I just left him as he was. He wasn't in the right state of mind to be talking about it all right now anyway. I made my way into my bedroom, gently closing the door behind me, as if I would disturb Luke if I was loud. Slipping into bed, I started texting my boyfriend to take my mind off of Luke.

In all honesty I had no idea why it was bothering me so much, I knew he wouldn't care if it were me in his situation. For some reason I always found myself thinking about Luke, maybe it was simply because I wanted to win him back - as my friend. I missed him a lot.

I was interrupted by a knock at my door causing me to groan. I got out of bed and rubbed my eyes, my feet padding across the floor. I slowly opened it, "what do you want?" I muttered before realising who it was. Luke was stood in front of me, his eyes bloodshot and his hair a matted mess. He looked like he hadn't slept in days. "Kylie, I need you..." He mumbled.
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A/N; I hope you're all enjoying the book so far! Please let me know what your opinions are on it!
I'm randomly publishing this now as I've been ill all day and I've finished chapter thirteen anyway.
After today I will go back to posting at 7pm GMT time every other day.

- Rachel