The Things We Long To Be

Chapter 7

For the next week my thoughts remain on those eyes. Those damn puppy dog eyes, taking over me and drowning me. His eyes, his voice, his smile, everything about him was relaxing, he was relaxing. His gaze made mine soften and his stupid grin melted my heart. I hate this so much, Im only here to keep Dayton alive and happy. If I start to like someone then itll get in the way, I have to set my priorities and my main one is Dayton. It always will be. Once again Dayton and I wake up to Mom and Dad screaming at each other. The room is dark and I look at my cheap watch, clicking on my phone to see what time it is.
   "Three in the god damned morning?!" I gasp in disbelief, a touch of anger and annoyance rests in my tone. I climb out of bed angrily and I stalk towards the hallway.
   "Autie where are you going?" Dayton squeaks.
   "Downstairs. I have to uh-um grab something." I reply before opening the door and stepping out. I hear something crash to the floor and I stalk downstairs. "Do you guys what to turn it down a notch? Dayton is trying to get some sleep, hes got school today." I snarl at my parents. They turn on me swiftly, I cross my arms angrily. I narrow my eyes and glare at the both of them, they stare back and then my Dad steps forward.
   "You...hiit..me...earlier!" He grumbles pointing at himself.
   "Yup get over it. Maybe youll stop being such a drunk and actually get a life." I say nodding my head darkly. His eyes turn to slits and he roars barreling at me, I slip out of the way swiftly dodging his senseless move towards me. I hear a crash and turn to see him run straight into a closet, hitting his head on the wall. I quickly rush over and shut the door, locking him in. I turn back to my Mom whose just standing there staring blankly ahead.
     "Do you have anything youd like to get out? Or can I just take Dayton and the car?" I retort. She opens her mouth to protest before shaking her head and walking away. "Dont let him out until we leave." I yell at her before climbing up the stairs. I quickly gather all of Daytons stuff into a large suitcase and he crawls out of bed trying to help.
       "Autie? Where are we going?" He asks looking at me with wide eyes.
       "Youre going to stay at a friends house for a bit." I respond as I grab his toothbrush and a tube of toothpaste. I grab a small duffel bag and shove some of my stuff into it.
        "But wait, Autie where are you staying?" Dayton nagged impatiently.
        "The gym hopefully." I answered
        "Autie no!"
        "Its just temporary Dayton. Until I get enough money to buy an apartment or something." I explain and his eyes start to tear up. "Dayton no, please dont start crying ple-" Im cut off as he takes a sharp breath and starts bawling.
       "Y-you c-c-cant l-leave m-me A-autie." He sputters through deep breaths.
       "Im sorry its not for long Dayton. Im so sorry, I love you so much but we just cant stay here." He explain hugging him. "Its just not safe anymore..." He hugs me as tight as a boa constrictor, crying into the crook of my shoulder. I hold him, afraid to let go. I cant let go, Im his anchor, but if he lets go of this place... he can float...

A/n: Im sorry this took forever to post I really am Ive been really unmotivated and stressed but I'll try to keep writing. I know this chapter is terrible but Ill try to make 8 better.