Behind the Scars

Chapter 6 - P Words

Dedicated to goldpre

I give Jace and Jade some money to buy some things from the mall and I tell them to meet me at the library when they're done so we can head on to the mart on our way home.

This morning Sky was dropped off at school by Ian, her elder brother. So we are currently sitting on our usual boulder, waiting for him to come and pick us up.

"Ryn don't you think that what you did to Ethan was a little harsh" Sky tries reasoning with me.

My anger has lessened from the time I spoke to Ethan.

"I agree with Sky" Colton says.

"Look..." Sky continues

"Ethan is also a human being like you and I. He has a sense of decency and tired to help you out."

Colton nods his head.

"Karyn, everyone knows that Ethan is easy going and from the way he approached the situation I'm guessing what he did was not just an act of kindness but more of helping a friend out. Even though the both of you are not exactly friends.  Don't you think you should cut him some slack. The whole situation doesn't really deserve all these unnecessary anger " Colton says seriously.

Colton is usually a playful person. He acts dum most of the time but they're few times when he actually makes sense.

And one of those times is now.

"I agree with Colt" Sky says while giving Colton a dirty look for interrupting her.

I just sigh because I know they're right. The heat plus their scolding isn't really helping me. San Diego is kind of warm in September but today is slightly hot and the sweater I'm wearing isn't really helping.

Luckily Ian shows up and saves me from replying to their scolding. We say our goodbyes to Colton and get in the car. Jade and Jace also notice Ian's car and leave their group of friends to join us.

"Hey babette it's been a while" Ian says to me.

Ian started calling me babette after I told him that pet names like babe are too common.

I should have never made that mistake

"I saw you last week, loser" I reply with a smirk.

Ian just smiles at me through his rear view mirror.

"You sure know how to break hearts" Ian says

"It's her specialty " Sky says

The twins just chuckle at the scene. We drop them off at the mall before dropping me off at the library. I say my goodbyes to Ian and Sky then head into the library.

Fortunately the library is cool due to the air conditioning system installed last year. Mrs Crumps is sitting at the front desk.

"Good afternoon Mrs Crumps" I say with a small smile.

"Hey Karyn I bought this for you" St says as she hands me a burger and a cold milkshake. It's like she knew my hot predicament.

"Thank y-" I pause noticing the stunning black dress she's wearing.

"Ahh what's the occasion, because right now I'm imagining Mr Crumps face when he gets a look at his wife " I say with a smirk.

"Be quiet, people might hear you" she says trying to hide her blush.

"Tim just offered to take me for dinner today and I actually wanted to look extra good for him today." She says with a smile.

I notice her red bra strap coming out of her dress. I grin at her because I know how much her husband loves red lingerie. She wears it during special occasions.