Something Great (Sequel to Something Borrowed)

Chapter 22: That's What Friends Are For

The bright red numbers of my alarm clock burned my heavy blue eyes. According to the clock it had just hit midnight. I should’ve gone to sleep hours ago but I just couldn’t.  I could not get my mind off of my argument with Harry. I was still in shock about everything he’d said to me. It really hurt my heart to know that the boy who once thought I could do no wrong now thought so poorly of me. What hurt even more was knowing that I was the one who’d made him feel so insignificant.

Harry had been the apple of my eye all his life. I honestly don’t know what I’d do without him. I’d still be the obnoxious, selfish woman that I once was. Being a mother to him was the best thing that ever happened to me and to find out that he thinks I don’t care about him anymore breaks my heart. I can’t even begin to think where I went wrong. At any other time like this, I’d sit down and talk to Harry. But right now I bet he’d rather die before uttering a word to me. Harry had been in his room all day. The only time he’d made an appearance was for dinner. Even then Harry didn’t even speak to me. He just took his plate from the table and went back to his room slamming the door behind him. I bet he didn’t even noticed that I put extra effort into making sure dinner wasn’t burnt and edible. Harry hates me.

I sighed turning on my side while staring into the dark. I really needed someone to talk to right now. I’d love to have Jacob by my side right now but I didn’t quite know how to explain to him that Harry was basically leaving because of our relationship. Brooke wouldn’t be a reliable person right now. According to her, her children were perfect. And I didn’t quite know how Mother would react to all this. That meant there was just one other person left.

Michael.

So yes, it was true that Michael and I hadn’t had the best track record lately but as long as I’d known  him he’d always been willing to lend a friendly  ear whenever I needed one. He might have been an ass but he was a great friend.

I reached over and grabbed my cell phone off of my nightstand. I knew Michael’s number by heart and I didn’t hesitate to dial it. I nervously chewed on my bottom lip praying that Michael would answer. I know it was late but it was Saturday night and Michael was a very light sleeper. After about 3 more rings my prayers were answered. “Hello?” A soft, groggy voice answered. “Mike.” I replied simply. Michael groaned. “Erin?” He asked. I sighed “Yeah, it’s me.” I replied earning another groan from Michael. “What on God’s green earth are you doing up so late, girl? Don’t you like your beauty rest?” He questioned. His voice seemed more alert than before. “Take a walk with me.” I suddenly commanded.

There was a lull of silence on the other line. “Are you on drugs Erin? That boyfriend of yours must have you tripped out on something. Don’t you know it’s midnight?” Michael asked followed by a yawn. I rolled my eyes. “No I am not on drugs and yes I know it’s late. I can’t sleep and I really need someone to talk to. Just meet me at the park. Please?” I begged. I was really feeling low right now. All I needed was a friend.

“We’re talking now, Erin.” He replied sleepily.  I sighed.”Michael, I know you’ll just go to sleep. I wanna see your face. C’mon, be a good friend.” I whined. I knew I’d hit his vanity point. Michael sighed. “Fine. But don’t expect me to be on time.” He replied. I grinned. “I’m never on time. It doesn’t matter anyway.” I replied happily as I threw back the covers. “See you in a few.” I spoke into the receiver. “Yeah, sure.” Michael replied sleepily before hanging up the phone.  Now, to clear my mind.

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Usually lively Central park was dead as I crept across the green lawn.  I was actually surprised at how quiet the city was tonight. There was no sirens, no loud music, shouting or any of the other noises that you typically heard during the day. Just the chirping of crickets as a few taxis breezing by.