Never Again

Chapter 7.2: Walking to Memory Lane [Part 2]

Chapter 7.2. Walking to Memory Lane [Part 2]

I and Zach would always bicker around just to get what we want. He always insists on things that I clearly don't like. He would always tease and play around. We would always chase around the cafe until we've been caught attention.

When we first arrived at the cafe. I was not the 'stylish girl' back then and Zach was not that 'oh so popular boy next door' sorta thing. We were probably partners in crime back then but somehow we get into arguments. We've roam our eyes around the cafe and walked towards the counter. Jack was at the counter that day. We sorted out our orders but somehow we had conflicts with the side dish. I mean, who would argue just because of the side dish definitely it would be us. We both wanted different but we were ordering good for one because we could actually share instead since the service was big.

Zach wanted salad while I wanted fries. He lectured me that salad is healthier than fries and I retorted of course. We argued in front of the counter like we had both been hit by puberty.

The owner which is Jack instead give us both the side dishes we want and said that we should stop fighting each other.

"Yeah, Jack was scolding us because one time you wouldn't listen to me" I blurted out. We were both laughing. "Yeah and said maybe we'll end up together" he added stopping my face from laughing. I look at him but he was serious about it.

"Did you think that maybe we'll really end up together?" I asked.

"Maybe" he answered. And finished our food. Zach paid it before we go.

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We are currently walking around the park nearby. We'd seen an empty seat so we took a chance. Good thing, it was nearby the river.

We usually walk in this park. Lie down the grass to star gaze even though it's not dark. Take time to feel the breeze. Returning to the place we used to come to just let me remember everything. It's a little odd though why are we even going to the places we used to hang out with.

"Icy" he started. I just hum as a response while seeing the sun finally setting down. This is not even a date but why does it feel like it.

"Why does all need to be like this?" I twitch trying to figure out what does he mean. I look at him but he was staring at the sunset. Soon, it became dark where all we can see were stars and the moon.

"Why do you even change anyway?" I asked out of nowhere. I quickly sealed my lips hoping he didn't hear it.

He looks at me with confusion. Maybe I look dumb now? He let out a soft chuckle and smile. "I didn't change Icy. It's you who change" he answered.

"No, I didn't" I answered. Yes, I know for a fact that I didn't change. For a person who doesn't like much drama in her life, I definitely don't like to change.

"Yeah you did" he insisted. I rolled my eyes and crisscrossed my hands to my chest. Now, I'm acting like a kid.

He laughed at my childishness and I look at him laughing. After a couple of seconds, I joined him laughing. I don't even know why we're laughing too hard at least it gets rid of the tension that's been clouding upon us.

"Okay okay, you didn't change," he said between his laughs. I smiled and look up at the stars.

"It's beautiful" I commented while looking at the stars. I felt a warm feeling touching my hand, I turn to gaze at my hand which is currently intertwined with Zach's hand.

"I know" he answered looking into my eyes. I really didn't mind the hand but I'm a bit confused at his answer. He let out soft chuckles and smile. He reaches his hand onto my strands of hair to tuck in onto my ear which is blocking my face. As he slowly caressed my cheeks, "You are more beautiful than the stars" he commented.

"Are you messing with me, Zach?" I asked. I'm not going to fall with his tricks again. Maybe he's just setting up a new plan again.

"Icy for once please believe me. I'm not messing you up. I'm serious. I'm damn serious about you"

"What?" I did hear him right? Right? Or I'm just hallucinating or something?

"I said, I'm serious" he clarified. I just nod at his response and shrug it off. Maybe he probably just teasing me for setting a mood. We were still busy looking at the sky. I couldn't remember when I last notice the night sky.

*RIIIIINGGGG*

I looked at Zach who is now answering his phone. He stands up and keeps a distance between us. Maybe it was private? He wasn't even happy who called actually.

"Oh okay. No, I don't want to" he dryly responds

"And what would that benefit me huh?"

"Why would you care?"

"Fine" he sounds defeated but has no expression seen on his face. Soon enough, he started walking towards me and sitting by my side.

"Do you want to go home now? I can drive you to your house" he offered. I refused and stayed looking at the sky.

"No. I'm fine. I'm big enough to go home, Zach. Thank you" I respond.

"Besides, you don't need to do it anyway. Our relationship isn't true anyway" I added. I felt something ached inside me when I said the last sentence. Why? Did I really wish it was true?

"Icy, fake or not. I'm still responsible to you" he exclaimed. Oh, so I'm kinda a duty to him.

"I'm fine Zach. And I think you have somewhere to attend to?" I asked.

"You can go Zach" I added. I looked at him for a moment and turn my gaze to the sky. I never thought that the night sky would really be beautiful.

I feel a warm hand on top of mine and look at Zach.

"I'm never gonna leave you again Icy. Not again" he informed me. I look at his shiny brownish eyes which leave me to drown in them. Until I lost contact with him.

"But we need to go home Icy. That caller can wait. You're most important right now" he added and intertwine his fingers on mine. He stand up in his seat and so did I. He pulled me to let my feet walk on their own until I was beside him.

"Remember we used to walk through this street and promise ourselves, we'll be back here with the person we love," he said. I started to remember our promises that night.

We were too young that day but I clearly remember it. We were enjoying the fine breeze, the light coming from the moon, the billions of stars in the sky, and the scenery that is surrounding us. It was perfect that day and I really wished that Zach was the person I would bring here.

"Yeah, I do remember" I answered. We soon arrived at his car and proceed to drive.

He stopped in front of our house and walked me through our porch.

"Thank you for today Zach" I thanked. He just nod and gave me a smile. I started to walk inside when he pulled me closed and kissed my right cheek.

"When will you call me Z, again?" He breathes out and meets my eyes.

"Goodnight Icy" he added and walked towards his car. I hear his engine roar and drive already. I was left stiffened looking at something. I soon lift my hands to my right cheek. He was gentle.

The door soon opens and Sam came out. "Where have you been? Thank god you decided to go home. Well, are you going inside or what?" I came back to my senses and entered the house.

This is one freaky evening for me.

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