Through Time We Go

19.

19.(edited)

Madeleine's POV

After that long night, I went to my house, alone. I fell asleep immediately in my bed, not thinking much. Not thinking what would happen the next day. Enjoying my thoughts, for as long as I could. Little did I know that this was the calm, before the storm.

I woke up feeling refreshed and happy. I passed a delighted morning with mom, dad and Jeremy. We talked and laughed, while mom said all of a sudden:

-Did you know Jade's son met with his long distance girlfriend today? She apparently came last night from Texas.

I chocked on my milk, while Jeremy just let out a laugh. Mom and dad just looked at us confused:

-Do you know anything about it Madeleine?

I looked down trying to seem busy, while eating. A a good brother, Jeremy took up the conversation.

-Well, mom. Umm... Andrew, is ...dating Madeleine.

A deadly silence took over everything. My mom looked at me and dad just dropped his spoon at his cereal.Their looks had a concearning tone, while dad gave me the look of not-this-again.

-Maddie...Why?

-Mom, I'm pretty sure he doesn't have a girlfriend. It's just some rumor.

-That's what you said last time too,- she commented, looking all sad and concerned.

-I'm not hungry anymore;- I said as I stood up and walked to my room. Since school finally finished, I had all the time in the world. Until, I went to summer camp, but that is another story. I lay down on my bed, looking at the ceiling. Of course, I was sad. Though, I had no reason to be. Our relationship was fake anyway.

I was really wondering what was going on in his mind. I never thought the possibility, that he would have someone else. Not that I care if he did anyway. The loud silence in my head was too overwhelming, I had to ask. I reached for my phone, and dialed his number.

"I'm sorry, the number you have called, is not available right now. Please try again later. For more options press 1 for---"

Now he wasn't answering my calls. I was very gloomy. As I went downstairs, I saw my brother, sitting on the couch, laughing at his phone. Mom and dad left for work, and the house was only for us. Yay.

-James?

-Yeah?

-Can we meet Andrew?- I said in the verge of tears,- I-i-i...can't go alone...right now.

His expression changed, and his eyes shifted to me. He was a very annoying brother, but at times like this, he always knew what to do. He turned off his phone and came closer to me, giving me a comforting big bro hug.

-You're going to be ok? - He mumbled

-I'm always ok.

On the way to Andrew's house, we passed by the café. Rosa was working for today. We went inside and I could see her eyes brightening up.

-Hi Rosa!- said Jeremy, holding up his hand, waiting for a high five.

-Hi Jeremy!- she returned the high five,- Did you tell Maddie?

Just at that moment, I saw Jeremy giving her a particular look of don't-talk-about-it. I jumped right up:

-Why? What's wrong? Did you do something?

-Nooo...Maybe,- he said shifting his gaze at Rosa smiling. Oh, I know what this is about. They're dating! I gave Jeremy a big smile:

-Jeremy, are you dating?

-...yea. I'm dating Rosa. Umm, you see, things kind of happened... I'm sorry I didn't tell you, but I wasn't sure how you were going to react. And, I know this is not the best time. With Andrew and all.

-Yes, I get it. You should have told me though. Nevermind, I'll just go over there myself. It's ok.

-Maddie, I'm sorry,- said Rosa, extending her arm,- I like Jeremy, a lot. I, can't give him up. I'm sorry I had to do this...

-It's ok Rosa. I understand. At least now, I get to have you over at my house a lot,- I giggled,- I wish you all the best guys. Really. It's from my heart. I'm genuinely happy, but I really have to go right now. I have to also tell Andrew...something.

Rosa smiled and raised her eyebrows, knowing that I liked him. Though she just gave me a supporting hug and told me to not give up on him.

After I left Jeremy at the café, I ran to Andrew's house. I felt insecure, and now, I was going to confess that my heart does the thing when my eyes meet him. I was going to tell him that I blush because of how cute and smart he is. I am ready for everything.