Always Romira

Chapter - 2

Hey guys!
I and my family are going through some rough times, it has us depressed for few days. Though writing is like my only escape but I am not able to give it my hundred percent, so I don't think I could update everyday but I could try to update every other day. You all are so amazing, your support keeps me going. All I need are your prayers, condolences and constant support. Thank you.
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Akira

"So what do you think of it?" Sydney asks, showing me a gorgeous dress.

"Pretty." I absentmindedly respond.

Her eyes narrow at my nonchalant tone, "Really? I thought previous dress was more suitable."

I shrug, "Both look good to me. It's you who has to wear so you should decide which one you prefer most."

Throwing the dress to a nearby couch, she glares, "What the hell is going on with you? You are acting as though you are being sentenced. I'm turning twenty for gods sake, can't you at least show some enthusiasm? It's just a fucking party!"

Guilt strikes me hard. She is right, I'm being petty and ruining her birthday. "I'm sorry Syd. Of course I'm happy for you. It's just I don't want to go to any party. Not when there is some chances that-"

"King would be there." She finishes for me.

I nod. Yes, he could be there and I don't want to take any risk.

She huffs and pops down, "Then you don't have to worry about that because he won't be there."

I perk up, "Why?"

"Because for one, it's my birthday party, and two, I think King and Slade are not in good terms."

"What why?" I frown.

"I don't know but during holidays whenever my parents asked about King, Slade would avoid answering and if prompted he'd get angry. And also, King didn't come home this Christmas, not even when mom called him"

What could have happened between them?

I just hope it's not because of me. I can't take more guilt on me.

"Why do you think it is?"

"I don't know and don't fucking care. Slade was asshole to say all those things to you, he should be grateful I haven't disowned him."

"He was right though, if it weren't for me Rom wouldn't-"

She stops me, "Don't bother with that again. You shouldn't have left him at first place, at least not without discussing with King. All I know you are wrong here."

She doesn't understand.

"It was the only way. Romero would have never let me leave I know that much, he would have somewhat convinced me into staying. And I could never forgive myself if something happened to him because of me." Hell I couldn't even live with myself.

Syd rolls her eyes as if I'm talking nonsense, "Whatever."

Yeah, whatever.

I sigh and change the subject, "You are right the first dress was more beautiful."

She lightens up, "I know right. I just brought it last weekend for today specially, Lucas is so going to love it."

"Lucas?"