Red Thread ♡《Laurence x Reader》DISCONTINUED

21

My vision was blurred with countless tears as I spoke about how I felt. It was weird talking about my feelings, it's something I'd never actually done before. Heck, I don't even know why I'm telling her this anyway! It just seems right, and like I can trust her with this information..

I could feel her hand rubbing me on the back reassuringly, and that just seemed to make me even sadder.

"So, let me get this straight..you're being forced to date Garroth when you like Laurence?" She frowned at me. "And on top of that, you're gonna be put into the Lovers Lane Magazine, and potentially get married!?"

I nodded my head. "Y-yeah, I just don't know what to do anymore.." I choked back a sob.

"Well, if you sit back and allow your parents to continue the relationship, that's not going to resolve your situation. You gotta do something about it! Stop moping around and tell them how you really feel!" She pumped her hand in the air, flashing a toothy grin down at me.

I stared up at her in awe. How can someone be so bright and positive all the time?

Though, that's when I realised that this entire time I haven't even tried to end this loop of sadness I've been stuck in. I haven't been strong enough, but will I be able to even if I try?

I quickly brushed away that last thought. I can do this? No, I can do this. I brushed away one last tear, giving her a cheesy smile.

"Y-yeah, you know what Aphmau..you're right."

I stood up off the seat boldly, glancing down at her one last time.

"You go get him, girl," she stuck out her tongue playfully.

The triumphant aura disintegrated abruptly when the school bell rung.

"Uh..after class, maybe?" Aphmau giggled.

"Yep! I suppose so," I sighed.

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It was still pouring after class ended, so I ran home without an umbrella unfortunately. I could care less.

As I approached my home, the large rustic doors seemed as if they were looming over me, which they were obviously, but in a demeaning way.

I gulped.

Could I really confront my parents about this subject? More specifically, my father?

I shook my head. No, you got this Y/N. Aphmau is rooting for you.

I opened the doors, a large creak coming from them. I stepped inside, my soggy shirt clinging to my body. I felt super uncomfortable with my clothes soaked.

Regardless, I stormed towards the living area. A few maids could sense my angered tone, asking me what was the issue. I ignored their questions.

"Father!" I yelled, my voice echoing through the large room.

"Hmm?" He looked up from the magazine he was reading, taking off his reading glasses and gently putting them on the small coffee table beside him.

"Is there a problem?"

"N-no.." I mumbled.

What the heck am I saying? 

"Oh, then what's with the attitude?" He grumbled. "Speak with manor-"

"I-I mean! There is a problem!" I cut in.

He glowered at me angrily.

"I don't have any interest in Garroth, father! I'd appreciate it if you'd please discontinue the relationsh-"

As I looked up at my father, I couldn't help but stop my sentence.

Father glared at me maliciously, his frown lowered even more than it was earlier.

"Now, sweetheart, are we going to continue?" He grumbled.

Of course not. Forget it.

Well, that's what I would've said before. I'm sick of being pushed around and just letting this happen to me.

"Yes. Yes I will, actually. I don't want to date Garroth anymore. I'm not interested in him whatsoever, and if you could respect that, it'd be highly appreciated," I finished, glaring at him.

There was a long silence in the room, each second which passed by seeming to make me more and more tense.

"...what was that?" He mumbled questioningly, though you could hear the malice laced in his voice.

Sweat dripped down the side of my cheek, taking a step backwards.

Ah crap. I've really done it now, huh? Let's just hope it's worth it.

!! It's been over a year since I began this story. I'm so thankful for the support you guys have given me, and also, thanks for dealing with my slow ass updates haha. Let's all celebrate ^3^

Though, //I think// this book will be ending within the next few chapters or so. (About 10 more? Maybe?).