Fiction.

Chapter 23: Realization.

Chapter 23: Realization.

“Hey kiddo, I’m going to Matt’s to do some demos. Want to come?”I asked coming up into the living room from down stairs. Peasnie was sprawled across the couch lazily that Saturday morning. Her head propped up instantly. She looked winded and sweaty from cutting the grass. She did a brilliant job at that. I knew she was still recovering from yesterday when we ran into Roger. I showed him, I made sure he never came back here. The rage was still bubbling in my belly. I was worried for Peasnie, she hasn’t self harmed since I was in the hospital and I don’t want her to ever do it again.

Peasnie smiled and nodded carefully at me, turning the television off. She got up off the couch. She wore a pair of white shorts and a yellow tank top. I didn’t approve of what she was wearing but it was really warm outside today. Her hair was tied up, it was getting ridiculously long but tomorrow she’s getting it cut. She slid on her sneakers as I motioned her to meet me in the car.

Peasnie was faster than I was; I was still to get my keys, my phone, my sunglasses and my cigarettes. By the time I was coming out of the house she was in the car with her seat belt done up. I pulled myself into the truck, putting my phone, sunglasses and pack of cigarettes behind the wheel by the gages.

The sun beat down on me harshly with not a cloud in the sky of a small breeze through the trees. I rolled down the window. The shifting winds made me feel cool and less angry at everything. It was a classic California day. I wore my huge sunglasses and drove down the busy streets.

“You know if you’re gonna dress like that I’m gonna need to get you a body guard.” I reminded her as I didn’t like what she was wearing. Her mom wore the same things and she attracted me. That’s dangerous. I will die the day Peasnie brings home a boy that reminds me of me. She smiled and laughed a girly giggle. Her giggled seized as she frowned and looked out the window.

“Only dads with un-pretty daughters say that.” She muttered softly. I looked at her with a blank expression. Okay, I know for a fact alot of fans would date her. Not just because she looks like me but because she’s a down to earth girl that fights for those she loves. She’s a good kid and that’s all that matters.

“Peasnie, you look like me and act like your mom. I remember being your age people were intimidated by my looks and with your mom’s attitude that might be a bit much to handle. Just look for someone that can handle all of you.” I said the truth. If anybody were to be smart they’d see me and her mother in her. I know I’m there and her mother is defiantly there. She’s feisty and smart. She sank into her seat and smiled a huge goofy smile.

“And another thing that has been added to the rule list.” I blurred out. She perched up in the seat and looked at me with an interested expression. She cocked an eye brow and crossed her arms over her chest.

“And what’s that?” She asked curiously. This needs to be said because I know what that big goofy smile means, it means she’s thinking of a boy. I’ve seen that smile before. That leads me to this new rule and this one will prevent me from being a Grandparent before I’m thirty. It’ll stop history from repeating itself.

“No sex under my roof.” I said. Her face became red as a tomato while her jaw was sitting in her lap. Those blue eyes were wide with surprise. If she’s uncomfortable imagine how I feel. Having to tell my underage daughter she’s not allowed to have sex. When I was her age I was already a dad. I was working hard, going to school and being a father. She’s lucky she didn’t make the same mistake we did. I’m not saying Peasnie was a mistake, I’m stating that I was a bit young and would’ve rather have waited a few years.

“Dad!” She cried out loud making me jump.

“What?” I asked.

“No, just no.” She squeaked loudly. I frowned and glanced at her with a blank expression.