Anger Issues

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Two days later
Jessica

I sighed and slung my bag over my shoulder, putting my earbuds in before making my way downstairs.

Just when I reached the bottom, I saw Dad in the kitchen.

"Dad," I pulled out one earbud, getting his attention. Unlike most times when I usually try to avoid his disappearance, and be nice, I couldn't this time.

"Hey," he sighed, mixing his coffee. "Where did you go?" I bluntly asked.

He looked at me, then back down at his coffee before taking a sip. "You're gonna be late for school," he said. "I have time," I shrugged.

"Jessi-" "Dad you were gone for what, four days?" I asked. "I'm not talking to you about this," he dismissed.

"Dad," I sighed, dropping my hands to my sides. "Do you even remember what happened?" I asked.

"Jessica," his voice was stern. "I can easily remind you. You started arguing with mom, broke your stupid bottle against the wall, wholeheartedly admit to cheating on mo-" "Jessica!" he slammed his cup down, making some coffee spill.

By this point, I was ready to cry, but was trying to stay strong in the moment.

After seconds of silence, I said the one thing I really didn't want to bring up.

"Dad, Noah told me she's pregnant-" "Why do you think I'm not home?!" He snapped.

I.. actually did not think of that. Maybe Dad was being an asshole to us, but to her.. he was playing the actual role of a-

I froze as soon as the flashbacks of Austin and me came back. The test, the doctors appointments, the medication.. the worry.

"I'm gonna be late," I shook my head, knowing I was seconds away from a breakdown.

Neither of us said anything else before I left. As soon as I got into the car, I took the long way to school, pulling over a few blocks away from home.

I put my hands on the steering wheel and my forehead against them, shutting my eyes as the tears fell through.

I hated crying so much, and her it seemed like that was the only thing I've been doin recently.

I let it out for a solid two minutes, before picking my head up and composing myself.

Austin

It was one of our last few days in the Bahamas, and I hated the fact that I was leaving. But, I was still looking forward to going back home.

"Where's Dad?" I asked, as I came out of the bathroom. "Ha had an early meeting. Do you guys wanna go to the beach?" Mom asked.

"Yes," we all easily agreed. "Okay, get your things," she said. I went back into the bathroom and put my swim trunks on, then sat on the bed while I waited for everyone to finish.

I grabbed my phone, seeing that it was a little past noon. Jess was having lunch right now, so I'd be able to text her.

Me
Heyy

While waiting for a response, I started scrolling through social media, but reacted fast when I got a response.

Jess
I literally can't fucking stand New York right now

Me
What happened?

Jess
I need you to come back. You're the only person who actually understands

Me
Exactly, so tell me what happened

Jess
I'll tell you when you get back, I don't wanna waste your vacation time

Me
I'm waiting on my family. I have time. Talk to me

Jess
My parents got in another argument and my dad left again for two days. When I saw him this morning I was talking to him and then we started arguing

Me
About what?
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By not seeing the three dots on the bottom of my screen, I could tell she was hesitating.

Jess
He's being so unreasonable. Won't even explain himself

Me
He's not going to, Jess. You have to let him figure things out with himself & your mom first

Jess
My moms mad at me too. The other day she flipped out on me and told me to take Nite to the vet but when Noah offered, she made him stay for "a talk"

Me
Why is she mad?

Jess
Idk

Jess
I'll text you later. Have to go to class

Me
I miss you

Jess
I miss you too. Get your ass back

Me
Don't you hate ny rn?

Jess
Yes but I don't hate you do I

Me
Well played. Text me later.

A/N: if anyone has suggestions for how to fill the gap while Austin's away, comment away. If not, would y'all mind if I just skipped to him coming back? I'm really stuck with what to write