My Girl Friend From Prison

Chapter 39

Zoe.

1.

I can't believe I ditched school. Never in my life had I done something so rebellious. Allison and I celebrated our new car by riding around the city. We went out to eat, we went to the park, we went to the lake, and then we went to the movies. It was a great day. We learned so much about each other, it was nice. I was happy walking around with her hand in hand, nobody stopped to stare at us, or make rude comments. I never want to return to my home town. People were so polite to Allison and me, although I'm sure if they said anything to Allison she'd probably hurt them. She can be so scary sometimes, but I don't believe she'd hurt me.

There was one thing that was bothering me though, but I tried not to let it show. Morgan contacted Allison and although Allison pretended not to care all afternoon, I could tell that it affected her.

I just don't want Allison to go back to Morgan. I don't want to lose my girlfriend. Morgan doesn't deserve Allison but I do. I'm loyal and I know what it takes to make my girlfriend happy, obviously Morgan doesn't, otherwise they'd still be together.

Right?

2.

Friday night Allison and I dressed casually. The restaurant we are going to isn't that fancy.

I'm nervous. I know it's Octavia's and Natalie's first date and not mine, but so much can go wrong. I feel guilty in a way, Octavia is one of my best friends (by default) and I feel like I should warn her about Natalie but then I'd be revealing a secret about my personal life and I'm just not ready to reveal that yet.

When Allison and I arrived at the restaurant, Natalie was already there, Octavia was running a bit late. I could tell that Natalie was a bit annoyed and the tension between Natalie and Allison did not go unnoticed.

"So, Zoe" Natalie began. I groaned internally. "I heard about what happened at the club between you and Allison"

I glanced down at the menu although I already knew what I wanted to order. I could feel my cheeks heating up and the memory.

"Shut up, leave her alone" I heard Allison snap at her cousin. She pulled me close in her arms.

"What? I was just going to say how I wished I was there to see it? Were you being naughty or did you and Allison plan the scene beforehand?"

"Natalie!"

"What?" The brunette laughed.

"Hey guys, sorry I'm late" It was Octavia. She looked amazing. She had on a short strapless dress and her hair was in loose waves.

"I'll admit, I was upset by your tardiness, but I can excuse it given the fact that you look absolutely beautiful tonight"

"Thanks Natalie"

"Call me Nate darling"

"Okay... Nate" Octavia stood next to her and looked at Natalie or Nate expectantly.

"What?" The older brunette shrugged.

"You're not going to pull my chair out for me?" Octavia sassed. I couldn't help but giggle and next to me Allison smirked.

"Of course, what on earth was I thinking darling?" Natalie rolled her eyes but stood up and pulled the chair out for Natalie nonetheless.

Octavia sat across from me and smiled. "You should've seen Oliver's face when I told him we were double dating, can you believe that he wanted to tag along?"

"Hello Ladies, are we ready to order?" The server announced as he approached the table. "Let's, um start with drinks?"

"Zoe and I will have a screwdriver" O announced.

"Um" The waiter looked nervous as he wiped his forehead off with a towel. "I'll have to see some I.D first, you have to be 18 -"

"Perfect, I don't even need a fake I.D" Octavia laughed.

"No, she will not be having any alcoholic beverages" Allison declined for me. I didn't mind, I didn't even want one anyway"

"And neither will she" Natalie laughed, clearly amused. "Is this your first day or something?"

"Yes - yes ma'am"

"Then I suggest that you don't serve alcohol to minors"

Octavia hit Natalie on the arm gently. "Hey, we're not minors, we're 18 and 19, also, if he wants to serve us let him, don't ruin our fun" Octavia turned to the waiter and winked at him.

"You must be 21 to drink, no girlfriend of mine will be breaking the law"

"Who said we were girlfriends Nate. We've only just met"

"You weren't saying that when I had you alone in my office -"

"Oh good lord!" Allison snapped. "Just bring us all water, okay?"

"Um, okay -" The waiter looked from Allison to Natalie for approval I guess.

"Go. Now" Allison pointed.

"Hey, Allison, can you chill?" Natalie laughed.

"Fuck you Natalie"

"Alli" I pleaded. I didn't want there to be a big fight and I didn't want to ruin Octavia's first official date with Natalie.

"Careful Zoe, she just might snap, I would hate to see her hit you just because she's angry with me"

"You hit her!?" Octavia questioned

"It's none of your business, she's my girlfriend"

"She's MY best friend so of course it's my business"

I looked around the restaurant and everyone was looking at us. I knew this was a bad idea, this night was going to be over before it even began.

"Everyone calm down please!" I begged. "Allison doesn't hit me, she treats me with kindness and respect, but she's right, it's our business and I love her and she loves me"

"You do?" Allison smiled at me and I smiled back at her. I leaned in to kiss her.

"Of course I do" I whispered, sealing our lips together.

"Oh please, your business" Natalie rolled her eyes and scoffed. "I heard about what happened at the club, you're abusive Allison, to everyone around you. You don't know how to keep your anger in check, that's why Morgan left you. You're controlling and whenever you don't get your way you throw temper tantrums like a five year old and throw punches, then you call it BDSM. Honestly, you're a disgrace to the community"

I'm sure my mouth was hanging on the ground. I couldn't believe Natalie just said that! The waiter chose the perfect time to walk up with a tray full of water, Allison took one and threw it on Natalie, some of it spilling on Octavia in the process. My eyes widened, gasps could be heard from nearby tables and all eyes were on us.

"Um" The waiter began. "I think now would be a good time for you all to leave"

"What?!?" Octavia laughed as she took some napkins and tried to pat her dress dry. "Things were just getting interesting"