the café ✓

chapter nine♡

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It's been a good week since Carter and I went out. I had a good time besides the point that he wanted to meet my family. It will never happen. My sister is living with her friend, my dad isn't never home and my mom is a drunk. My bruises have gone away but new ones popped up here and there. I decided to give up with worrying about my bruises and cuts. They're going to heal eventually.

It was Friday and the school week went by fast and I was glad. School was tiring and stressful enough. I have the weekend to do what I want. Sort of.

This week was so weird. Carter avoided me the entire week and I have no clue why. Was our dinner 'date' too stressful for him? Is his brother doing something he shouldn't be doing? Is Carter doing something he shouldn't be doing? I have no clue and I didn't want to be rude and ask.

Carter didn't even come to the café at all. I was expecting him all week but he never showed up. I was bored the entire time and I ate some cookies. I baked and made coffee for the people outside of the store and some for the homeless.

When I saw him numerous times at school, he wouldn't even stare at me. I found it odd, so I called Claire.

"Claire?" I ask, hoping for an answer back.

"Hey Wren, what's up?" Claire greeted.

"You know how Carter took me out to dinner? Well, he hasn't spoken to me since. He won't even look at me. Did I mention he didn't even come to the café?" I explain, hoping all of this would make sense.

"My lord! Boys are confusing but your best friend has dated before so she knows. One, something could be going on at school that has to keep him focused. Two, something could've happened at home. Or three, he's curious if you know something's up," Claire told me. I never knew boys were this confusing.

"Thanks, I'll keep a look out. I might go get fresh air since my mom might come up soon," I say as I'm hoping she'll say goodbye.

"See ya later!" Claire dismissed as she hangs up the phone.

I went out from my window with my backpack and started to walk around town. I don't need anything so I might as well walk down streets.

I couldn't get Carter off my mind. He was like a special memory that stuck with me. I worried about him even though I probably shouldn't. Boys can handle their own. But still, he could be testing me. I don't want to be rude so I never called or texted him.

I was hungrier than normal and that might be that I haven't ate in a few days. I made the decision to head to the gas station and look for something to eat.

I looked around the colder areas and found a cheese and turkey sandwich with lettuce & tomatoes. I snatched that from its place and went to look for a fruit. I chose a Granny Smith Green Apple and went to pay for the food. It was shockingly cheap and I was glad it was. I only had five dollars in my bag.

The park wasn't far away from the gas station so I headed there. I was hoping I could find a peaceful spot to sit and eat and I eventually did.