"I made a choice." Vic said before I could even greet him. I kept silent, trying to think of what I should say or do.
"W-What?" I questioned, still surprised he'd call me so late.
"I made a choice, Kellin..."
"You're going to tell me over the phone?" I asked him irritably. This wasn't just an issue.
This was me with or without him.
"No, of course not. You know I'm not like that. Come over?"
"It's late, I have work in the morning." It wasn't a lie, I was just stalling.
"Please." He retaliated. I heard the desperation in his voice.
"Fine, I'll be over in a few."
"Thank you." He said before I heard the dial tone, indicating he had hung up.
A knot formed in my stomach as I turned around and headed over to Vic's. Not only was I afraid of his answer, but also if his father was going to be there.
What's going to happen between Vic and his dad if he chooses me?
The walk was short, but not sweet at all. I fretted the whole entire time until I was facing him. Vic seemed nervous about the whole situation.
"I-Is something wrong?" I questioned immediately. Vic grabbed my hand and pulled me not into his house, but around it. He led off into their big backyard. "W-Where-"
"Shh." He interrupted, pulling me towards a small group of trees. He took a seat against the bark, so I sat across from him. Honestly, I was trying to zone into anything but this conversation. Slowly, I pressed my feet against his. Mine were a little bigger in length. I smiled, looking up to meet his gaze.
With a sigh, he straightened up a little, chuckling when his beanie stuck to the tree trunk. Both of us were obviously beyond nervous.
"So..." I invited him to begin the conversation.
"Okay." He said, fidgeting with his fingers. "I love you Kellin, I love the business also." He began, so I simply nodded. "And this is literally the toughest decision I've ever been asked to make. If I pick you, my dad is going to...pissed." He chuckled a little, but the moment grew tense shortly after. "If I pick the business, I assume you'll be sad."
"Well..." I was going to defend myself, but thereafter I realized he was right.
"But." He said, holding up his finger. "I found a loop hole."
"R-Really?" I asked in shock. He nodded.
"I'm going to choose the business."
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Vic
"You're....what?" Kellin asked, staring me dead in the eye. My heart broke.
"I know that sounds bad, but I have a plan." I said slowly, grabbing his hand. I saw little hope in his eyes though. "I'm picking the business because my pay will be sufficient. Then I can move out and you and I can continue-"
"You're putting me on hold?" He interrupted.
"Well...no, that's not what I mean. I just think it'll be easier if I choose...." I trailed off, trying to find the right words to say.
"I..." Kellin began, but ended up shaking his head. "I hate to say this, but I don't think I can wait for you Vic..."
"B-But, think about it! In the end we still-"
