It was a Wednesday; a week until my 2 year anniversary with James Yammouni. I had just awoken from my peaceful sleep in my cozy double bed to find no James. I checked my alarm clock. 11am.
Climbing out of bed was never my strong point, but I could just about manage it this morning. I plodded down the wooden stairs which creaked slightly with every step, I gradually made my way to the kitchen.
My phone buzzed slightly on the kitchen counter, so I made my way over to see what was up.
James: Hey, babe. Seeing as it was 11am, which is around the time you alwaysssss get up, just thought I'd let you know that I'm in town and I'll be back shortly. I love you xo
I smiled to myself as I knew what he was doing in town. He was clearly buying an anniversary gift. We'd agreed that we weren't going to do presents but I know how James acts when he's gift-buying. There's all the sneaky browsing online, having to be the first to read the mail or receive parcel deliveries and the odd outing to the stores in LA.
I shook my head smiling. I guess I'll need to get him something too.
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"$150!" I gasped. That's a lot for a pair of shoes. But you really love him, just imagine his face when he sees them. He really needs a new pair.
I walked over towards the checkout desk where there was no que, and placed the shoe on the desk. "Can I have these in a size 11, please?"
The man observed the shoe "Of course, just hang on a second." He then walked off into the stock room to search for the pair of shoes that I desired.
He arrived back a few moments later with the pair of blue shoes with white adidas logo and a navy red box. "Here," he placed them into the box. "You got the last pair. That'll be $149.99, please."
I handed him my white credit card and he swiped it swiftly through the little machine thing. "P.I.N code, please." He then placed it in front of me. I thumped in my code 3 7 2 1 and moved my arms back to my sides which indicated I had finished.
The man looked at the dull digital screen and nodded to himself. A receipt then came out of a little box next to him. "Here's your shoes and reciept. Would you like a JD Sports card? You can get dicounts and access to more products."
"Thank you." I smiled as I took my items from him. "And no, I wouldn't like a card. But thanks for the offer."
I swiftly left, carrying the little rectangular box under my arm, which was quite uncomfortable.
Hey, that's a nice looking cafè. Would it hurt so bad to get a bite to eat? I'm starving.
"Why not?" I mumbled to myself. I pushed one of the wooden framed glass doors open and the scent of coffee and pastrys hit me. I inhaled the divine smell.
"Hi, can I have a ham and cheese toasty and a cup of tea with one sugar, please?" I ordered at the oak brown counter which was mostly glass with shelves inside containing cakes and other treats.
"Of course. It will be with you in a moment. Take a seat." The kind young lady instructed. "Payment is when the food gets to you."
"Thanks." I nodded before taking a seat in the back corner of the room away from everyone.
Just as the lady said, moments later, my order arrived. "That's $8.99, please." The same sweet woman stated as she placed the warm mug of tea and the scrumptious looking toasty before me.
I handed her a $10 bill. "Keep the change as a tip." I smiled, feeling super nice today.
I took a sip of the tea and savoured the sweet flavour on my tongue. This is a good coffee.
A familiar voice grabbed my attention. My eyes searched the room. James.
I was just about to hop out of my seat to greet him, until he was greeted by some blonde chick who was sat in the centre of the room.
I furrowed my brows with confusion as she stood up and hugged him. Who was she? I've never seen her before. They then sat down and held hands across the table whilst gazing into each others eyes with smiles plastered on their faces. It's ok, maybe they're just friends or relatives or something
I watched as their lips pressed together. My whole body froze but I felt a burning hot fire growing inside of me.
My boyfriend is cheating.
