SAVE ME

Chapter 2

Morgan Smith

After school Ricardo and I went out for a light snack then we went to this movie premier that I had wanted to watch for a really long time, it was getting quite late when we were done and he took me home.

"So..." he drawled when he pulled up to our driveway and killed his car engine.

"So?" I inquired.

"We're still up for Saturday?" he asked and I nod.

"Yes, we are," I said turning to look at him to see that he was already looking at me.

"Okay then," he said "Can't wait" he added and I could hear the excitement in his voice.

"Me too Ric," I said opening the door "See you tomorrow," I told him.

"See you tomorrow baby" I chuckled and closed the door then walked up to the door and opened it with my keys, I turned and waved at him and he waved back and then waited for me to get in before I heard his car zooming off.

My really protective hero, I will say to him and he'll laugh.

I dropped my bag on the floor and took off my shoes, then I went to the kitchen to see what I could dabble around for myself to eat before going to sleep.

I'll cook something for me and Ann when I get up. I made a mental note then my eyes met with the note stuck on the fridge and I read what was written there.

I will be heading to church later so don't wait up for me since I might come in late, don't forget to pray

-Ann

I sighed then opened the fridge and took out the leftover spaghetti from yesterday, warmed it up, and sat on the counter to eat it with a bowl of yogurt.

...

Annabelle Dennis

I quietly entered our apartment and put my bags on the couch in the living room after I had removed my shoes at the entrance of the door.

I sat down for a while and let out a tired sigh "Oh GOD, I need a really long sleep" I muttered under my breath "But food comes first before sleep" I stood up from the couch and walked to the kitchen then let out a light scream.

"Aaahhh!!!"

"You're back already? Welcome" Morgan said in a sleepy state.

"What's with you and scaring me like that?" I asked as I still recovered from the little scare, I had seconds ago "You almost gave me a mini heart attack"

"Sorry" she replied dryly.

She's grumpy when she is still sleepy and talking.

"I made chicken pasta, your favorite," she said and I smiled.

"Like you read my mind, thank you so much love" I walked up to her to hug her and she returned it.

I like that she smiles, expresses herself, and is so free. When I just met her, she was quite timid and not approachable because she shuts everyone out no matter how you try to talk to her but by the grace of GOD, she was able to loosen up when I came often and was able to take her in and make her family.

She's the only family I have and I cherish every moment and day with her always.

"What? Why are you looking at me like that?" she asked while she brought out plates and set them out with cups and spoons.

"Oh, nothing dear. I am just glad that I met you" I told her with a smile.

She grinned and replied "No Ann, it should be the other way round, I am the one blessed with someone like you in my life. I was lost when you found me and you gave me a reason to keep pushing, thank you, Ann, I am glad GOD gave you to me" she told me and I shook my head.

"Keep this in mind that if I didn't do it, someone else would so thank GOD instead and let all the glory be given to Him. He saved you, he saved me, he gave you a reason to keep pushing and he gave me a reason to keep pushing so let us give him the praise for that" I told her and wiped the tears that managed to escape her eyes.

"Now, let's eat," I said and she nods.

She took out the food she made and warmed it in the microwave while we wait for it to heat up.

"How's work? And... church?" she asked and I smiled.

I knew where she stood with GOD and do hope that she stops with the why's to all that had happened to her, then she forgets and forgives whoever did such and starts with thanks that she pulled through by His grace. She'll grow and it will take quite a while for her to learn to let go.

"Work is great, just tiring" I answered then paused "I feel like I need a vacation and we both could go to that place you have been telling me about. When are your exams?" I asked.

"Next month beginning" she replied.

"Okay, we can work with that, and thank you, church was amazing" I paused again "I prayed for you," I said and she passed me the juice.

"Thank you"

"Thank GOD" I responded.

The microwave beeps and she took out the food and then placed it on the counter, I wouldn't lie, this smelled wonderful and I can't wait to devour I. She served us both and we prayed before eating.

I took the first bite and let out a satisfied sound "This taste so good" I comment.

"Thanks" she answered and started eating.

"How's school?"

"School is great and there has been something that I wanted to tell you but rather ask you of"

"What would that be?" I asked already prepared to take on what she was going to ask for.

"I want to take a part-time job," she said and I was going to protest when she spoke again. "I know that you aren't complaining about feeding us both but I need it for experience and... I don't know, I just want to work and I want to be independent like you" she said.

"I am not complaining and we are doing just fine," I told her.

I would allow her but I am just too scared to allow her to start stressing herself with working part-time and studying at the same time.

"I know but please at least let me have that one thing to do" she begged and I nod my head and then shrugged.

"Okay, fine, look up something and if it would be too stressful for you, I wouldn't accept it, deal?" I asked and she grinned.

"Sure deal, I'll start searching, thanks mum" she thanked and I shook my head.

We continued to eat in silence and would just glance at each other with smiles on our faces.

"Ricardo asked me out" she blurts and my eyes widened on their own accord before returning to their normal size smiling.

"Finally, he has manned up and asked you again. I was just wondering when he would make his move until I am old and requesting god babies from you both?" I joked and she laughed. "You said yes?" I asked after a while.

"Of course, I did"

"When's your date?"

"This Saturday" was her response and I nod.

"Great then," I said then noticed the pink tint on her cheeks and called it out to her. "Why are you blushing?"

The tint got thicker and she glared playfully at me "I am not blushing Ann" she said still looking flushed.

"Whatever you say ma'am" I bowed and she took a napkin and threw it at me and I was quick to duck then I stuck my tongue at her and she laughed then we continued talking and eating till it was dark and we were ready to retire for the day.