Evil Ties Within

Chapter Thirteen

I woke up and Xavier was gone. I figured he would be. I had a pounding headache. Aria knocked and I opened the door. God bless her soul. She is holding a glass of water and two aspirin. 

"I could kiss you right now," Aria laughed.

"Sorry sugar, but you aren't my type," I smiled and took the pills and glass of water from her. She came in and just stared at my floor.

"What are you staring at.." I looked where she is and saw that Xavier left his hoodie that he must've gotten from his car on our way to my house and accidentally left that.

"I'm assuming that is Xavier's? I don't know what other boy you would have let into your room," she winked.

"Nothing happened," she gave me a look, "I'm serious! I had a little too much to drink and I invited him to sleep with me. Only sleep," I gave her a stern look and she backed off.

"Well, still. Dad would kill you if he knew you had a boy sleeping in your bed. Even if you only slept." I threw my pillow at her and she just laughed.

"Aria, I have never met a man like him. He is sweet and he's hella fine. He kissed me last night and it took my breath away. I just don't want to lose him. I am terrified of losing him."

"You can't have high expectations with him. You only just met. Give him a chance and maybe you guys will grow old together and make cute babies. Love is the only thing that is the closest thing to magic we as humans can get. You deserve it more than anyone else."

"I will give him a chance," I bit my lip, "we're actually dating," I couldn't stop my smile.

"Wow, really? That was fast!"

"I mean he did sleep in my bed. It is only appropriate that we are."

"Yeah, I guess so. Just take it slow, okay?"

"Oh, I plan on it. We both agreed we'd wait for sex. I made sure that was discussed."

"That's good. I am happy for you on a real note. Have you told him about your dad and what all is going on?" She asked.

"No, I don't want to tell him all of that yet. It's so much and I just don't want to bombard him."

"I understand, hun. Just remember if you guys are dating you have to be honest with him."

"I know. I won't lie or omit things from him. I promised myself a long time ago if I let someone in then they will know everything. I just need time with him before my life goes to shit, you know?" Aria gave me a serious look. "What? You know it's true. Lily is psychotic, my dad is fighting for me, I have someone stalking and harassing me and I have my own mental issues going on."

"Just try to think of the good. Maybe try harder with Lily. Maybe go over there for dinner and show your dad that you can visit still and want too. Maybe he'll back off then."

"I don't think so. Lily hates me and because I left I doubt she cares that I can visit. My dad puts her before me. I can try, but I doubt it'll work. I might call him later and ask to have dinner tomorrow or something. I would like to visit him. He is my dad after all."

"I think that is a great idea. Try talking to Lily alone also and seeing if you guys can make amends. Maybe she just needs to get to know you so you can develop a decent relationship."

"All I can do is try and pray and hope all goes well. Otherwise seeing my father in the future is on the line," I said grimly.

Once Aria went home, I called dad to see if I could go over for dinner tomorrow night. He sounded so happy that I offered. I am excited. I am just not looking forward to seeing Lily. I can feel it in my bones that she hates me. She hates me for who knows why. I will try though, like Aria said. Not for her or for me, but for my father. My dad may stop this ridiculous custody battle and perhaps we can finally move on from everything.

"Hey, dad. It's Skye. I am wondering if I can come over tomorrow night for dinner?"

"Oh, it is good to hear your voice. Yes, you can definitely come over for dinner. I'll be sure to tell Lily," he sounded like he is tired.

"Okay, cool. I will see you tomorrow for dinner then."

"Yeah, sounds good."

"Bye."

"Bye," I stared at the phone for a bit.

That was probably the weirdest conversation I have ever had with my dad. He didn't sound like his usual self. It was also shorter than normal. Maybe he is just working too much or I am reading too much into what is going on. He's probably fine.

I just spent the rest of the day in bed. I watched movies and just relaxed. I haven't had a day like this in so long. I felt refreshed.

My phone buzzed then. I got a text, but it was a random number.

Hey! This is Xavier. I got your number from Piper. I couldn't go without talking to you. I feel giddy at seeing his name. I saved his number of course and replied.

Hey! That's okay lol. We are dating so it is only right that you know how to contact me. I miss you too. It's crazy to me how much I miss him. I don't even understand what all I feel towards him, but I know that if I ever lost him, I would lose apart of myself. My phone buzzed again.

What are you doing tomorrow? I was thinking we could go hiking? I don't know if that is something you would like, but it is worth a shot.

I would love to go hiking! I love the outdoors and being surrounded by nature. I do have to go to dinner at my dads at 6, so I have until then?

Yeah! That's totally fine! That's plenty of time I get you to myself ;). I felt the butterflies from when he kissed me. I wanted him to do that again and never stop. Oh man, I'm that girl. I can't help it though. I really really like him..

I can't wait for more of your kisses.

I can't deny my girl those! That would just hurt me more than it would you.

I laughed. If I could dance and scream I would right now. Seeing him tomorrow lights my world up. Nothing could ruin my mood. Not even seeing Lily would spoil hanging out with Xavier.

By the way, I'm keeping your hoodie.    

I have no doubt that you look better in it than I do. Plus you'll have something to remember me. I can't have my girl forgetting about me.

Forget you? Psht. You know I could never. You make me feel things no one else has been able too.

In that case, does that makes me a keeper?

I smirked and of course he knew the answer.

Hmm, I'll have to think about that.

That hurts, Skyler. You punched me right in the heart.

Awe, you poor thing. Do you need a hug?

Yes! I'm wounded. I may need some kisses too. I think then I'll feel better. Or more cuddles.

I think I can handle that. Just let me get right on that.

Okay, just make sure to hurry. It's really important. Anyways, I do need to sleep. Sweet dreams, darling.

He melted my heart by calling me darling. He made my day 100 times better and he doesn't even have to be in front of me.

Sweet dreams :)

I did the usual routine of getting ready for bed. I made sure to wash my face, brush my teeth, change into shorts and a tank top and the most important is to remove the evil trap that woman have to wear all day long. Tomorrow couldn't happen sooner.