Tricks Of Passion

chapter 15

It's been a week since that dreadful day. A week of job searching. A week of endless crying and buckets of ice cream. "I think you should come out with Brad and I, take your mind off of things."

I continued filling out the application on my computer as I replied. "I don't have time to hang out Aly, I need to get a job. If I can't afford to pay my rent next month, I'll be forced to ask my parents for money, and you know that's the last thing I want to do." I've filled out multiple applications, but no calls back.

She sighed. "One night is all I'm asking, I'm sure the applications will still be there when you get back. Plus, Brad has been asking about you non-stop, I think he may be crushing." She flopped down on the couch across from me.

My fingers paused on the keyboard as I peeked over my laptop. "He's been asking about me?"

Aly smirked, seeing that she finally had my attention. "Oh yes, he's been very worried about you."

I bit my lip trying to make a decision. "Fine, just tonight." She grinned. "But you have to promise not to bother me anymore after that until I get a new job."

She rolled her eyes. "Fine I promise."

"So, where are we going? What did you guys have planned?"

She shrugged, "Just a movie, there's a new scary one out he's been bugging me about seeing."

I laughed. "Doesn't he know you hate scary movies?"

"Apparently not."

"What time does it start?"

She checked her watch. "In two hours."

"Good, gives me time to fill out more applications."

"I still can't believe he fired you."

I shook my head at her. "We don't ever speak of him again, especially not in my apartment."

"Not even if I refer to him as he who shall not be named?" I glared at her as she laughed.

"When did you say you were leaving?"

She rolled her eyes, getting up from the couch. "I know when I'm not wanted, I'll be by to pick you up."

"Why can't I just drive myself?"

"It'll be easier if we all just car pulled." I didn't want to inform her on how that actually made it more complicated. Considering she lives on the other side of town and will have to drive to come get me and take me back. But hey at least I get to save gas. I got up to lock the door behind her once she left.

Now that I know Brad is going to be there maybe I should actually put in an effort to look nice. My usual attire of sweats and a long t-shirt just won't cut it. I should also maybe add a little bit of my makeup, a shower wouldn't hurt either.

I closed my laptop carrying it into my room. Tossing it on the bed, I went to my closet to get something to wear. I don't want to look too dressed up because Aly would definitely comment on it. But I don't want to under dress either.

Digging through my clothes nothing seemed right. Was I overthinking this? I mean it was just a movie. Plus Aly would be there so its not like we'd be making out or anything. My cheeks warmed thinking of the last time I made out with someone. No Sophia don't go there, forget him.

I settled on red skinny jeans and a black shirt with ruffles. Throwing it on the bed I made my way to the shower.

I applied one last layer of lip gloss before making my way to the door. Aly texted me five minutes ago that they were around the corner. Slipping on my shoes I made my way downstairs.