My heels clicked softly on the pavement as I walked down the street I've come accustomed to the last year and a half. My once neatly styled blonde hair was now disheveled by the cool breeze. I waved to Jameson the old homeless man who I would pass routinely everyday.
"Miss. Barker, always a pleasure". The old man stood from his tattered sleeping bag with a limp "Looking lovely as ever".
"Good evening Jameson, hope you're staying warm" I smiled as I stopped to conversate and search my purse "I actually brought you something today, was gifted it recently but I don't have much of a use for it" I smiled as my hand gripped a small plastic gift card for 100$.
His eyes widened as I held it out and he wearily held his hand out.
"Are you sure Caroline"? His voice was shaky and his grey eyes were full of tears.
"Of course Jameson" I laughed kindly before cupping his hand with both of mine placing the card in his grasp.
"You're too kind to me dear." His old hand wiped a tear off of his pale face and he smiled up at me. I nodded before swinging my bag over my shoulder.
"Same time tomorrow"? I laughed and he followed suit before we said our goodbyes.
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I fumbled with my keys in the dark hallway of the apartment building. Once found I slid the key easily into the knob and opened it, greated by my drunk roommate asleep on our couch. His snores and the sound of a football game playing on the TV filled the apartment. Closing the door behind me I kicked off my heals and threw my keys on the the stand by our front door.
Walking to the kitchen I turned on the light, receiving a low groan from Michael. He stumbled in his dark hair a mess as he squinted at me.
"What time is it"? He said as he pushed past me to the fridge, grabbing a can of beer. I leaned against the counter staring at him as he almost chugged it in one gulp. I looked at the watch on my wrist before responding.
"7:54" His eyes widened and he ran a calloused hand over his face. His brown eyes met mine.
"Fuck, I fucking missed my interview". I laughed causing him to glare at me. "What"?!
"Maybe if you would stop putting yourself in a comma from dri-"
He walked away before I had the chance to finish. I shrugged before pouring myself a cup of coffee and heading to my room.
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I laid in my bed, music softly playing through my headphones as I scrolled through my phone.
Ting
A notification popped up and I giggled as I saw the name. My fingers swiftly opened the text from Steven.
Steven
Hey there beautiful 😍😍
I smiled and wrote a response, my legs swinging in the air.
Caroline
Hey there handsome 🙋😋
Steve
How was work today?
Caroline
Pretty boring 😪 hbu?
Steven
Stephanie tried hitting on me again, so the usual 🤢
Caroline
Haha o noo, she really wants to jump your bones huh
Steven
Wish someone else would.. 😏
My heart raced as I stared at those words. I bit my lip as I felt my face burning. I tossed my phone on the bed and shoved my face in the pillow. The thought of losing my virginity has always crossed my mind but it's terrifying to think about following through. Especially with someone I've never met before.
Ting
My head snapped up as I received another notification. I looked at the screen my heart fluttering in my chest as I read.
Steven
Want to meet up? It's not too late I think JERRYS is open till 1🍻
I stared down at my outfit, seeing my mango printed pajama shorts and top. Sitting up I stared at the ceiling before typing an answer.
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