Mental

Chapter 24

Lily made her way over to the counter. Ella set her phone down and took a deep breath.

"What can I help you with?" Ella asked politely.

Lily laughed slightly. "Can we talk."

"I'm working."

Lily sighed. "Can we meet tomorrow. At the park?"

Ella sighed and nodded. She wanted to talk but didn't want to seem too excited.

Lily nodded. "Cool."

The girls decided on a time and Lily left. Ella shift was pretty quiet and as soon as her time was up, she was out of there.

Ella showered and had dinner when she got home. She changed into pajamas and then laid in bed. Her mind was racing.

What did Lily want to talk about? Did Lily still love her? Do I still love her?

When she woke up the next morning, Ella got changed into black leggings, a black shirt with a red flannel tied around her waist. She put her hair in two French braids and then made her way out into the living room.

Ella had talked to Ashton the night before and he agreed to let her go to the park. Ashton was happy to see she was going to see a friend. He didn't know anything other than that.

Ella was about to go before Ashton stopped her.

"Eat."

He threw her a granola bar and Ella caught it. She thanked him and then walked out.

The sun was beating down on Ella as she walked. She wished she was wearing shorts, but she didn't want anyone to see her fresh cuts.

When Ella got to the park, she met Lily at one of the benches.

Lily looked beautiful. She was wearing overall shorts with a bralette peaking out. Her long blonde hair was pulled back in a low pony tail.

Ella took a deep breath and then approached Lily. Lily looked up and smiled when she saw Ella. Ella gave her a small smile as well and then sat down in front of Lily.

Lily played with the ring on her finger before looking up at Ella.

"I'm sorry. You didn't deserve to be hurt like that. You probably hate me. I messed up. I'm sorry." Lily looked down and tears filled her eyes.

Ella frowned and grabbed Lily's hands.

"I don't hate you."

Lily looked up at Ella.

"How can you not hate me?"

Ella looked Lily in the eyes.

"I think about you constantly. I can't get you out of my head. I don't know who I am without you. I still love you."

Lily smiled. "I love you too El."

Ella and Lily both leaned forward and kissed. It felt magical, almost like it was their first kiss again.

"Can we go back to being girlfriends again?" Lily asked.

Ella smiled. "Of course. I can't live without you. You complete me."

Lily smiled.

Ella moved to sit next to Lily and both girls hugged. It felt nice to be in each other's arms again.

"El."

Ella looked to Lily.

"Have you hurt yourself again?"

Lily pointed to the black leggings Ella was wearing.

Ella looked down and nodded.

Lily frowned and pulled her girlfriend into a hug.

"I'll help you get better."

Ella smiled and looked at her girlfriend. Lily smiled back and kissed Ella's forehead.

Everything was going to go back to normal which was nice.

The next couple weeks were full of Ella and Lily constantly being with each other. Lily helped Ella to eat everyday. She helped her when she felt bad about herself.

"You don't have to do this." Ella said.

Lily stopped what she was doing and looked at Ella.

"I want to see you better. And I don't mind helping. You're my girlfriend. I love you."

Ella smiled. "I love you too."

Lily smiled back and handed Ella a sandwich.

"Eat."

Ella laughed but started to eat her sandwich.

Eating was starting to become easier with Lily's help. She helped encourage her. Ella would have her bad days, but Lily was right there by her side.

Summer was flying by quick and Ella's birthday was coming up. It was only a week away. Lily wanted to do something special for Ella's 17th birthday but she had no idea what to do.

While Ella was working, Lily came over to the apartment. Ashton was off and smiled when he opened the door.

"And what do I have the pleasure of seeing you today Lily?" Ashton asked.

He opened the door and let her in. Lily walked to the living room and sat on the couch.

"I want to do something special for Ella's birthday."

Ashton nodded, sitting down as well.

"Like what?"

"I don't know. That's why I'm here. Can you help to plan something."

Ashton nodded and smiled.

"Of course. Her birthday is going to be a special day."