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Chapter 8

Jessie's POV

I sat in place for a few minutes, not wanting to move, unable. Cole didn't deserve what I did to him, he was innocent, in pain. And what did I decide to do? Be an asswhole and just make everything worse! but I knew I had to make it right, fix what had been done. No, I need to do something about this. I need to make this right. I pushed myself up, struggling but knowing what I needed to do. I inhaled, the cold air tasting stale and rotten. With one starting leap, I sprinted out the door, my legs wobbly and weak under my weight, which now fealt heavier with grief. I ran with more speed than I knew, and with every burning inhale I felt relief. Maybe this is why people run, it helps relieve emotion. Pensive and unaware of my surroundings, I didn't realize when I caught up with Cole, sort of.

I heard his voice, steady and strong, unlike how it was just a little while ago. I follwed the sound of his voice to my Daddy's room. They're talking? What could they possibly be talkin about?

" I apologize sir. However, I need to leave and most likely won't be back for a while," he spoke, voice even.

"I apologize for any inconveniences you have experienced Cole. But I truly hope you'll visit," my Daddy spoke, both worry and hope filling his voice.

"I'm not sure sir.I will visit eventually."

"I'm sure I can fix whatever problem has come up," he calmly spoke, desperate for Cole to stay.

"No,sir. It actually can't be fixed by you. No offense given." He spoke in a way every father dreams their son-in-law would speak.

"Cole,please. I beg of you, you're perfect for my daughter. I don't want to see her heartbroken and I know you two are perfect for each other." he said,gradually losing volume. I could hear the disappointment in his voice, the pleading he was willing to do for me. And all I could do was stand frozen, unable to move. I looked over at Cole, who was now close to tears. Heat flew through my body to my face, all my self control lost, evaporated in an instant. I wiped the hot tears from my eyes, took in a deep breath, and turned the corner with a jovial look on my face.

"Hi Daddy!" I exclaimed, the fake smile dropping from my face, "Cole." I whispered under my breath, trying to get my Daddy to notice how I felt about Cole.

"Jessie," Cole excitedly spoke, his eyes suddenly lighting up. It's all an act and if you fall for him, you'll get nothing but trouble, I though. I knew I was attenpting to persuade my mind away from falling hopelessly in love with Cole. No, you ARE NOT a disney movie. You don't love him. You can' t until you know him. But still. He broke your heart and you went right back to him. You hate him yet you don't want to see him leave. Daddy seemed to notice our two contrasting expressions and got up, putting a strong hand on Cole's weaker shoulder.

I couldn't help but scrutinize my Daddy's figure next to Cole's. Daddy was much larger, more lean than Cole, Cole looking inferior. Noticing this, I compared how I felt next to him. He felt so strong, so sure when I was with him. I knew I was puny and weak next to Daddy, but next to Cole, I knew I was. In this world, I was really a no one.

"Jessica, we were just talking and it seems like Cole will be leaving soon. Unfortunately, we don't know when he'll be returning," he bluntly stated.

"Why? Where are you going?" I questioned, testing how far I could push him before he spilled the truth.

"Some important business has come up and it looks like I'll need to go back home. I will return when I'm ready to come back. Hopefull, that would be sometime soon as I do enjoy both of your company and the warm welcomes I've recieved coming for a visit," he said every word with such emotion that I almost believed him. Deep in though and semiconcious, I didn't realize it was time to say goodbye until his warm body traipsed over to me, bending down and leaning in. His stern voice spoke to me in a way that made me want to listen, even though every part of me said to disobey.

"Jessie, I know how I acted before was wrong, I shouldn't have let myself lose control like that. And I understand if you donet want me here.....or forgive me. How can I make this better?" his voice raspy and deep as he took his time to say each word, like he truly meant what he said. His words spun around my head and once they finally sunk in, once I knew they were real, I took a risky move that I knew would cause me more heartbreak. But I couldn't help myself, my inhibition completely vaporized.

"Well let's see if I forgive you. Oh wait, you left something in my room! Let's get it before I forget and it's left here." i rushed, "Daddy, Cole left something in my room so we're gonna go get it,okay?" I called out, running out of the large room. I tugged on hid arm, my grip gradually getting tighter, making sure he couldn't leave me again. Beacuse this time, I would show him how much I care, and Santiago wouldn't get in the way.

"Jessie, why are we going to your room?" he questioned, lagging behind me. I burst through the doors of my room, running over to my bed, and begging Cole to join me in sitting. I could see that he questioned my every move, analyzing my body language and monitoring my motions. He had his gaurd up, and it was strong, he wouldn't let it down as easily as I did. He knew better than me.

"This time,I promise." I spoke, my hand taking his. I inched closer, our body's so close. My eyes darter from his eyes to his lips, wanting to get more than just a kiss. Abruptly, our bodies were touching, our lips pressed together, and this time, I kissed back without any regrets. He pulled away, smirking, his face red and eyes sparkling.

"So, what'd I leave behind?"

"Me."

"Of couse, I can't leave my princess behind, can I? She could get herself into a lot of trouble on her own, couldn't she?" he said, certain of everyword, like always.

"Oh just shut up and kiss me already!" I exclaimed, impatient now that I had him with me.

"Now, now princess. You can't always get everything you want. Not right away, at least." he stood up and walked out of the room. That teasing bastard.

"Where are you going? you just got here."

"To tell your father that my family says I can stay." he smirked. And once again I could hear the happiness in his voice and see the smile in his eyes.