I Hate Clichès

Rushing plot line and and Shattered Hearts

I look up at the person in the doorway and my whole body freezes. It's Tyler. Beads of sweat begin to form in my hand and my heart rate picks up even more than it did a couple of seconds ago.

Avery stands up, pulling me with him; almost like  he's trying to shield me. For a moment I'm tempted to ask why, then I remember that this Tyler is not the Tyler I used to know. This Tyler is a stranger. And the fact that he got into my house without me knowing makes me feel frightened.

I take a deep breath enforcing speaking. "Tyler, please-"

"How dare you? You've taken away everything I cared about, my football scholarship, my girlfriend and now my best friend! But no, not this time Parker." He shoots a glare at me before reading his fist in the air.

In all the books I've ever read I could never understand why or how time can be slow. Some characters say that time seems to slow down, as if it is in slow motion. I never understood it until now.

Before my mind responds, my body does. I push Avery away and throw myself in front of him. Instantly I hear Avery yell something, but I don't catch it as Tyler's fist makes contact with my jaw. I fall onto the floor instantly, a shriek of pain escaping my lips.

I feel something wet coming from my mouth, and as I reach up to touch it I know almost immediately that it's blood. With every single ounce of strength I have, I push myself up. When I look up I see Tyler staring at me, his eyes showing any emotions; surprise, shock, anger, sadness and mostly, regret.

I look over at Avery just in time as I see him walking over to Tyler. As he comes near me, I put my hand on his chest, pushing him back. He looks at me confused, but then nods.

I push the fallen locks of hair off my face and take a step back. Looking at both of them. I can't do this, but I have to. I feel she stupid and lost. I should know how I feel about them, but I don't.

On the one hand, Tyler was a total sweetheart until the project started. Then he became jealous, overprotective and violent. I know I should have stayed away from Avery like he had said, but I didn't want to. That was my fault, I will admit.

But on the other hand was Avery. The rude Bad boy, who after only one day of knowing him, I managed to be the one to break down his walls and find the true Good guy that was underneath. He was still the most annoying person yet, but I care about him.

I need time. I need time. This all happening way too fast! Ny life is like a rushing plot line!

"Tyler I need you to leave." He opened his mouth to protest, but I stopped him beige he could say anything else. "No, leave. Not only have you hurt me, but you have broken into my home. And in case you don't remember, my mom is a cop. I can call her If you'd like, see what she thinks of this?" This time when I mange to be menacing, it works.

His eyes widen in fear and he shakes his head. He turns and walks out the door, but before he leaves he looks me deep in the eyes. His brown orbs, once calming and gentle, look dark.

"I never meant to hurt you, I swear. But please, know that I am sorry about," He pauses gesturing between the three of us. "This mess. Bye Nat."

Once I hear the firm shut of the door downstairs I look over at Avery. His blue eyes are wide as he looks at me.

"Are you alright, sweetheart?"

"Don't, please. I've had enough of this! I have to clear my head Avery, please. This is happening way too fast and I need to think about what I want." I breath out.

He shrinks back, looking hurt before composing himself. His jaw is set and his eyes are cold. "Fine, be a bitch. I won't bother you anymore, Natalia."

Before I can say anything else, he leaves the room leaving me breaking down into tears.

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Hey everyone, sorry for the long wait. School started and I've been super busy these last week's! I know this is short but I'm working on something new for next chapter!