Love?

Let me take care of you

Kyle's POV

All day I waited for 5th spell, I couldn't wait to see Charlie. As I walked in I let my eyes search the classroom till I spotted her in her seat in the far corner 'ah Miss Scott good to have you back' I smiled as I knew this would embarrass her. She smiled back and then continued writing. 

The lesson I had planned today was for the students to pair up and create a duet. As the class divided into pairs I noticed Charlotte didn't have a partner 'Miss Scott, come and see me please' she stood from her chair and walked up to my desk. The light coming through the skylight shined on her as she walked passed catching her memorising beauty. 

'Yes Mr Rivers?' Charlotte sounded so innocent. 

'Where is your partner?' she shrugged. 

'I don't have one the class is uneven' looking around I noticed that she was correct everyone else was paired up and no one was away, little did she know i had planned this. What could be more perfect then singing a duet with an angel, my angel. 

'so I'll give you three options Miss Scott. You can either work alone or involve two musical aspects in your performance or you can pair up with me' She stood there for a second think before she answered. 

'I think I'll work with alone' my smile faded. I had hoped she would work with me so we could hang out more but I'm going to respect her decision 

'Okay Miss Scott but I am expecting a very good performance understand?' she nodded and walked back to her desk. The rest of class was mostly students deciding on what they were going to do so I just sat back in my chair and caught up with some reading. When the bell rung I dismissed the class 'Have a good day everyone, I'm looking forward to hearing your pieces next week'. 

When I saw Charlotte still in her seat in the corner I walked up to her desk 'Miss Scott class has finished' she looked up with a playful smile. 

'so?' she laughed. 

I sat down in front of her 'So this means we can go home' I pointed out to her. Charlotte smiled, our eyes connected as we both fell into pits of laughter. When we had calmed down I took her hand in mine 'come on Charlotte lets go' she smiled and followed me out of the classroom. The corridors were empty as school had finished about 15 minutes ago and most didn't like hanging around so they left immediately after being dismissed. Stopping by her locker she finally spoke. 

'I have to buy a few things so I'll meet you back at the apartment' giving her a nod. As she grabbed the last few books from her locker a thought hit me, she hasn't got any money as far as i know and I grabbed my wallet out. 

'Here take my credit card and buy whatever you need' I offer her. I promised to take care of her so I would, she shook her head at me. 

'No, I'm not taking your money. Your already letting me stay with you Kyle' I frown at her. She closed her locker and began walking away, I grabbed her hand and she turned around. Putting my credit card in her palm I look directly into her eyes so she would get my message loud and clear. 

'Charlie, let me take care of you' she hesitated for a second but eventually nodded. Both of us walked out to the car park and went our separate ways. I waved at her as she passed and then got in my car and drove out of the school parking lot.

Charlotte's POV

Kyle grabbed my hand as I walked away and spun me around. His eyes met mine 'Charlie, let me take care of you', I was already feeling guilty for letting me stay with him but his eyes told me I wasn't going to be able to say no. I gave Kyle a nod a put the card into my pocket before the two of us walked out to the carpark and went our separate ways. Getting in my car I gave Kyle a small wave as I passed him. With that I had left school and drove to the mall. I wasn't going to use Kyle's credit card, I only took it so he would let me go. I had about $25 of my own money so I use that and I'll leave Kyle's credit card here in the car. 

Putting my cash in my pocket I walked into the shop, looking around I saw so many nice things I wish I could've afforded but f I had bought them I couldn't get anything else. In the end I chose 3 plain t shirts, 2 pairs of leggings and lady's needs. This is all my needs so I went up to the counter to pay for them. 'That will be $30 mam' the shop assistant stared at me, I was confused I had made sure I grabbed the cheaper t shirts. 

'um aren't the tops on sale of 70% off' I asked the shop keeper. Looking at her screen she looked she was checking what I had said. 

'No sorry mam that sale has ended' embarrassed by what has just happened. Looking at the tops I asked her to take off one of the t- shirts. The total was now in my budget so I paid for the lot and picked up the bag as I left the store. Walking out to my car I took my keys from my pocket and unlocked my boot. Placing the bag in there I closed the boot and went to the driver's door. Getting in the car I felt my phone vibrate. 

Kyle – Hey Charlie, Shopping going well? I smiled at his text; it was cute that he was checking on me. I texted him a reply. 

Charlie – Hey, yea it's going good just on my way home now. I'll be home in 20. Putting my phone on the passenger seat I turned my keys and my car came to life. I pulled out of the stores car park and headed towards Kyles place. 

When I got to the apartment, I grabbed all my stuff and put Kyles Credit card in my pocket as I got out. Locking my car I walked into the building and took the lift up. Getting to the door of the apartment I realised I didn't have a key and wasn't sure if it would be rude to just waltz in so I knocked. A few seconds later Kyle opened the door and he didn't look happy. Seeing it was me he let me past, the anger radiating off his body as i walked passed him. As I walked to my room an almighty growl came from behind me causing me to jump and drop everything I was holding 'Charlie!' Out of fear I stayed glued to the spot, my body was shaking. Gaining some control I turned and saw Kyle standing a metre in front of me a look of anger covering his face. This wasn't the same Kyle that had texted me 20 minutes ago checking on me. What the hell could've happened in the space of 20 minutes for him to be this mad? Looking into his eyes they looked like pools of anger thrashing about 'Why won't you let me take care of you' you growled. In fear I turned my head away from him. Memories of my father flashing on my mind, covering my face with my hands I let silent tear run down my face. I was in protection mode, any damage that was about to be done could be blocked partially. 

'Please don't hit me' I pleaded. Everything was silent, looking up I saw that Kyle looked shocked and hurt. All that anger had disappeared. 

'Charlie' he sighed and step towards me. Following his lead I stepped back, my arms now wrapped around my waist. 

'Don't' I simple said and he got the message taking a step back. His eyes were glued to me full of worry and hurt. 

'Charlie, I will never hit you. I'm sorry I blew my temper and lashed out. I just wanted to take care of you and help you pay for things. Please let me help Charlie your all I care about' his words felt true but I had been told them before and that didn't end well. I wish I could trust him but now I know he has got this anger level I will always feel like I'm walking of broken glass around him just like my father I'll never be able to know what triggers his anger; it could be anything. I leaned forward and grabbed the bags. 

'I need some space Ky' and I walked into my room. Placing the bags at my closet door I broke down in tears. All I had done was not accepted his money and this was his reaction, what if it was something bigger like a gift and I couldn't accept it. Rubbing my neck I felt my father's squeezing the life out of me. Finding it hard to breathe I began to hyperventilate. Not being able to stop I stumbled to the door and opened it. Kyle was sitting on the floor outside my room. Kyle jumped to his feet and wrapped his arms around me. 

'Shhh deep breath' Kyle whispered as he tried to calm me. After about 5 minutes my breathing was back to normal, he stepped back giving me space. But as his arms let go my body ran cold and all I wanted was to be back in his arms. Kyle stood in front of me his arms folded across his chest. 

'Kyle I'm sorry for freaking out. The memories just haven't faded and when you yelled I was reminded of the night you came over. The night I actually felt like death was my only way out' my eyes filled with tears as Kyles arms dropped to his side. 

'You have nothing to be sorry about Charlie. I should've known not to lose my temper so I am sorry.' Kyle moved back close to me wrapping his arms around my small frame, my arms wrapping around his waist. 'Is this okay Char' he whispered into my hair, giving a nod his arms wrapped tighter as he whispered sweet nothings in my ear. I smiled and just hoped this wouldn't only be my now but for the rest of time.