Shadow

Shadow - part 14

We were all very sad when we went back to New York. We needed to find a new house, which was not an easy job, because New York is heavily populated city. But we'll make it, I know we will.

-Darling, don't worry, we'll find something. -Mom said.

-I know, but no one will want to buy this stupid, haunted house! Everyone knows the real story about her. And I do not want anything bad to anyone. -Dad answered.

For a long time we've been looking at ads. Someone is selling house that is too small for the four of us. But my dad says "something is better than nothing." I agree with him, you better be on the streets, but in the haunted house.

-We don't have much luck. -Mom sighed.

-We can do it, we just need patience. - Ricky replied.

When we arrived at the house, we've seen that isn't so bad. It wasn't too big, but it had a beautiful garden. Owners were immediately stormed out of the house:

-Welcome, how can we help?

-Well we want to buy a house. Can we go inside, to look at?

-Sure, go ahead!

There were two bedrooms, one bathroom, living room and kitchen. It was a little narrow for us, but we agreed, because it is cheap, and it isn't easy to find a house.

After we put the furniture, and clean the house, we were all very tired. For a long time we discussed about bedrooms. But in the end we agreed that Ricky and I be together in one room. Of course, mom and dad started reminding us. And the last sentence to us was: "Be smart."

Ricky and I have understood that message. Of course we'll just kiss and cuddle. We are young yet for "it." I hope you know what I mean.

At the end of a tired day, Ricky and I lie back in bed.

-We are in a tough situation, right?

-Yes, but we can do it, there will be better days.

I can't describe to you how much I love Ricky, he's always there for me to humor me, cheer, hug. He's my "shoulder to cry on."

After that we are fast asleep. We slept like babies.

The next morning we were all kinda mood. I guess because we went out of that stupid house and got rid of worries.

We had breakfast in the garden.

-Why do we need kitchen, when we have such a garden? -Mom said with a smile.

-Yeah, it's really beautiful. -Dad agreed.

After breakfast, Ricky and I decided to go to old house and bring some things that we have forgotten.

-Take care. -Mom said to us.

When we arrived at the old house, we realized how much our current house is small. She was totally empty. Somehow I was sorry to leave the house. Although I've lived in it so horrible moments.

-Ricky, come into my room, I have to take my diary.

When we entered the room, we were terrified.

Someone had written with blood on my walls: "Nina, why did you leave us?"

I pulled Ricky's hand, and quickly ran out of the house.

-I will never enter this house again! -I yelled.

Ricky has strongly embraced me, and in my ear he whispered:

-Let's go out for ice cream to calm down.

These spirits know my name, maybe I'm their next victim. -I thought.

-Nina stop to think about it. -Ricky told me as we sat in a cafe.

-What if I'm their next victim?

-The victim, huh? Do not talk nonsense, just relax, we no longer live in that house, and we will not go there, ever.

I love vanilla ice cream, a flavor that calms me down. I know it sounds funny but it's true.

We arrived home exactly at dinner. I didn't want to say anything to the parents, don't want them to worry.