New Beginnings

Chapter 38: Michigan Feelz

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Ava's POV

I wasn't furious. Nor was I happy though. I mean Lizzie and Kiki's fling had been going on for 2 months without me knowing! I told Lizzie everything, and I felt back stabbed. She decided to tell all the girls but left me in the dark. Did she really think i'd stop being her friend just because of someone she was seeing? I mean after all, I had the right to be upset.

My phone went off for the umpteenth time. I flipped it over and surely it was another missed call from Lizzie. Followed by Chase and the rest of my friends. I wasn't in the mood to talk to her or anyone after today's event. Plus, not only did I have that whole ordeal stressing me out but I needed to apply to a college soon. Talking to Lizzie would only distract me more than I already was.

I heard the front door open but I figured it was just my mom coming home from her shift. Angry footsteps followed up the stairs. I heard them nearing my bedroom door. Did I do something to make my mom mad? I mean I did the chores, and I even mowed the lawn a couple days ago. My bedroom door swung open and I saw none other than my loving boyfriend with a worried look on his face.

"Ava! I've been calling you for the past hour and a half!" Chase boomed.

I stood up from bed, "You sound like my mother." I joked.

Chase stepped closer to me and grabbed my hand, "Seriously Ava. Everyone was worried about you."

"By everyone, you mean my friends who decided to keep me in the dark about their relationship?" I pondered sarcastically.

"I get that you're upset, frankly I would be too. But you two are supposed to be best friends." 

"You just said it. We're  supposed to be best friends. But she decided to tell everyone about her sexuality and didn't even bother leaving me a message!" I ran fingers through my hair in frustration. 

Chase led me to the balcony where I had some chairs. He sat me down and said, "She's torn up about it Ava. Seriously, she went ballistic after you ran off."

"Maybe if she would've told me before hand, none of this would have happened." I muttered.

Chase rolled his eyes, "You're better than this. At least try and make an effort tomorrow at school."

He really did sound like my mom now. Also, why did it sound like he was defending Lizzie who wasn't even his girlfriend? "Whose side are you on, Chase?"

"I'm on no ones side." 

"Really? Because it sounds to me that you're on hers." I spat.

"Why are you trying to start a fight right now." Chase asked amused.

Did he really think this whole thing was funny? I'm hurting and he thinks this is hilarious? I didn't know I signed up for the 'laugh at Ava' carnival.

"I'm not. All i'm saying is if you're gonna be defending Lizzie, you can leave." I answered seriously.

Chase sighed, "Don't be like this."

"Don't be like what? I'm sorry that I can't help being crushed over my best friend keeping things from me when all I do is trust her. I don't know how to feel anymore, okay? I'm stressed out about everything." I rambled. "It doesn't help either when you're boyfriend doesn't get you."

Chase looked down with a shameful look on his face. I realized I hit a soft spot, but I needed to get that last part off my chest. "Look, i'm sorry. I should be more mindful of your feelings. How about we forget about Lizzie, and talk about what you wanted to tell me earlier in the hallway."

"Deal."

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Chase's POV

I was finally gonna do it. I was gonna talk to her about the one thing I dreaded the most. Our future. I mean I was legitimately scared of losing her again. I avoided this question for so long, and I tried my best to not bring it up. I figured it would just steer the conversation away from Lizzie, and my girl needed that. 

"Alright so earlier, I went around looking for colleges. And I came across Michigan state- it just reminded me of my dad since he went there. I mean, he used to tell me all the time that it was his dream for me to go, and i'm just scared of going." Ava said, biting the inside of her lip.

This was amazing. I planned on going to Western Michigan and it was about an hour from there. I mean maybe finally something was looking good for me. I'd be going to my dream college, with my dream girl. The only problem was that she wasn't sure if she wanted to go. All because of her dad who was a dick to her. 

"Babe, if you want to go then go. Forget about him, do what's right for you." I replied sincerely. Sure I wanted her to go to Michigan, but if it wasn't something that would make her happy then that was okay. I'd do long distance if it meant I could keep her.

"You know what? I'm gonna go for me. Not for him." Ava stated proudly. That's my girl. "Now, tell me where you're deciding on going."

"Western Michigan." I replied almost immediately. Her face lit up which earned a smile from me. 

She jumped into my arms and looked up at me, "This is great! Wait-what happens if we break up.." 

I looked at her like she was crazy. "We aren't. How many times have I told you that you won't be able to get rid of me that easily?" I said jokingly.

She laughed  hardheartedly. That's a good sign right?  

"I love you Chase." Ava said seriously.

"I love you more." I answered honestly.

And that was that.

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Authors Note: So Sorry for the late update!!!!!