Things We Lost To The FlΔmes (BΔSTILLE fanfic)

When Will You Return?

I opened my eyes and saw a tired looking Ralph sleeping next to me. Memories of last night flooded my vision and my eyes began to tear up. I looked at the clock after wiping my eyes to see it was 7am. I slowly stood up and walked into the bathroom. I had a quick shower and changed into my school uniform. I did not want to go in today. I just wanted to stay at home and wait for Dan. I sighed and brushed my teeth and applied a little bit of makeup to my face. I walked out of the bathroom to see Ralph in the kitchen. I walked into the kitchen and made myself a bowl of cereal. I quickly ate the cereal and looked at the time. It was only 7:45am. I had at least an hour until school started.

"Do you want me to take you to school?" Ralph asked.

"No, you don't have to. I don't have to be at school for at least an hour, I'd rather walk so I can clear my head a little" I smiled softly.

"If you're sure?" Ralph asked uncertain.

"I'm sure" I smiled.

I hugged him tightly.

"Thanks for coming round last night" I sighed into his chest.

"No problem, Lil" Ralph replied, rubbing circles on my back.

I held onto him for a few more seconds before letting him go.

"I better get off now, but ring me when Dan comes back okay?" Ralph headed towards the door.

"Okay I will" I smiled sadly.

"Bye" He smiled before walking out of the door.

I sighed and slumped into the sofa and turned the TV on. I stared at the tv, not focusing on what was on. I was just staring, millions of thoughts rushing through my mind.

My phone buzzed and I saw I had a text from Josie. I didn't even read the text I just caught sight of the time. 8:15am. I should probably set off for school. I grabbed my school bag and threw my phone in it. I picked up my keys and walked out of the door, locking it as it shut. I was about to set off for school but I couldn't bring myself to move. What if Dan comes back when I'm not here? I can't leave until Dan's back. But I'll be late for school. I don't care. I do care. Tears streamed down my face and I slid down the door, curling up into a ball and sobbing into my knees. I sat at the door crying for what felt like hours.

"Lily?" A soft voice brought me out of my thoughts.

I looked up and saw a sad looking Dan standing in front of me. I quickly got to my feet and pushed past him, wiping my tears away. I was going to be late for school.

"Lily where are you going?" Dan called after me as I decided to go down the stairs instead of in the lift.

"To school" I replied, rushing down the stairs.

"Wait!" Dan yelled after me, the sound of his converse slapping against the floor as he ran.

I picked up my pace and rushed down the stairs and out of the building.

"Lily!" Dan yelled after me as I rushed down the road.

I put my head down and wiped my tears away. A hand on my arm stopped me from running.

"Lily!" I spun around and yanked my arm from Dan's grasp.

"Just, leave me alone Dan, I need to get to school" I mumbled turning around.

"It's a bit late for that" Dan commented.

"What do you mean?" I muttered checking my phone for the time. "Crap" I whispered under my breath. It had gone 10am.

"What were you doing outside the door?" Dan asked and I turned around.

"I was going to school" I looked down to hide my teary eyes.