The Ride of My Life (an Ansel Elgort story)

Chapter 55

Lucy's POV

It's been several weeks since my mom woke up for the first time. She's home now. She's still weak and in pain, but recovering.

We've all had to pitch in around the house, taking over chores and cooking. I've been extremely busy between chores and schoolwork, so I've barely had time for fun.

I haven't seen Ansel in about a week. Being away from him kills me, but luckily we've talked on the phone a lot.

Once I've finished all my chores and homework, I decide that I'm going to surprise Ansel and go to his apartment.

I get all dolled up and check on my mom. She's sleeping, but I wake her up to make sure she doesn't need anything. Brandon and Nicole are here, but I don't know how much help Brandon will be since Nicole's here.

Oh, the joys of being the responsible child..

Ansel's POV

I'm jogging on the sidewalk back to my apartment. Since I haven't had much time with Lucy lately, I've been working out a ton. It helps me release stress.

I jog up the stairs to the apartment without stopping and by the time I'm at the top, I'm gasping for air. Since when were there so many stairs?

I get my keys out and unlock the apartment. I grab a water bottle from the fridge and hear movement in the living room.

"Cory, what's up?" I ask, not able to see into the living room.

No one replies so I walk into the room.

I see someone sitting on the couch. Last time I checked, Cory didn't have blonde girl hair.

Damn, I need to talk to him about bringing so many girls home. It's not good for his reputation.

The girl turns around and I immediately recognize her. "Oh hey, Ansel." She says, "It's funny that I'd run into you here."

"Kat, what are you doing here? I thought you and Cory weren't seeing each other anymore?" I say, suddenly very confused.

"We're going to give it another shot."

"Oh, alright. Well he's not here right now so-"

"I know, he told me to wait here. He told me where the spare key is."

Damn it. Now I have to find a new place for it.

I guess I forgot to talk because after awhile of silence she talks again.

"So, how have you been?" She asks, standing up from the couch and walking near me. I naturally take a few steps back.

"Good, why do you ask?"

"Well, I know Lucy is really busy and hasn't had much time for you, so you have to be lonely and bored."

"I'm actually not, I occupy myself."

"Maybe I'm not making myself clear, Ansel. You know I can give you what you really want, right?" She says, winking. Her attempt at seducing me fails.

"You can give me time with Lucy? Really? Tell me more."

"God, you're so oblivious. But also so hot."

Before I can get away she grabs my face and kisses me. I can't get away.

In the corner of my eye I see the door open, and then shut very loudly. I break away from Kat's grasp and look towards the door. Whoever it was is gone in a flash. What they had seen scared them away.

But I know who it was.

Shit. Shit. Shit. Shit. Shit!

Why is this happening?