BLUE AND MUSIC

4

    Classes went by after the drama in the cafeteria. I could always feel a pair of green eyes staring at me. I didn't  understand  why Xander was staring at me like i was a puzzle he was trying to put together. It made me feel uncomfortable. I hated attention.

      Kylan still did not show up for the rest of the day. Maybe he went to her grave sight...he always does. But i never have. I couldn't go there. No matter how much i tried. The thought alone made me realise that i wasn't dreaming and all that was happening is reality.

     My walk home was boring. Random thoughts popped in my mind. Even on the street some people sent me glares. The story of the Drew Family was known everywhere. A guy in his Forties even spat on the ground when he walked past me. My life is full of rainbows.

   The Carpenter's house stared infront of me. Home....nah i cant call it home. I prefer "house". I know whats the difference? The difference is that a Home is a place with your family while a house is a place you stay just because you need a roof over your head. Quite percise am i right?

      I head straight into my room and drop my bag lazily on the floor. I need a warm bath after today's drama.

 

  
     I get to the bathroom and strip. Looking at the mirror, i could clearly see the bruises i got from Kylan's beating. I had one on my wrist were he held me. It was already turning purple. My stomach was designed with purple and black bruises. My arm had some but it wasn't as painful. My blue eyes were dull. I had eye bags and my skin pale. I was underweight that's for sure. I hadly eat anything except pizza, chinese food and fruits. I havent made any homely food for myself for some time now.

   I set the water in the right temperature and wait for it to full. When it does i step in and warmth welcomed me. Using my vanilla shampoo, i slowly wash my hair. Am not in a rush to do anything am i? After scrubbing myself clean i just seat in the bathtub and close my eyes. I let out a sigh.

    "One day...i will wake up from this nightmare"
   I dont know how long i stayed in the bathroom but the water got cold and i got out. I grab a simple pj and wear.

       Taking out my phone i ordered some pizza. Thats all i eat. While i wait for the pizza. I see Rae's contact. I remember her saying we will talk later but its been long since i last called or text. I start to feel nervous but after some few breaths i dial her number.

    Each ring leads to my heart beating f
aster. After about two rings i decided  to cut it when she picked.

   "Hey Ash"

"Hey...so like am just calling because of the little stunt in the cafeteria" i said fiddling with my thumb.

    "Look Bae...i am coming over right now. We are gonna talk and after the boring shit we are watching some Netflix series probably the one who has cute guys.."

   "But..i don't.."

"Bae chill. I am bringing my whole stock of snacks. All you got to do is wait.

    "But..."

  "No buts...no cuts...no fucks"

   "Seriously no fucks...where did you hear that" i said giggling

   "Doesnt matter. See ya in 10 minutes" she replied before cutting off.

   Damn...i just realised how much i missed this girl.

   The door bell rang and i rushed downstairs. The house security immediately informed of who was outside.

  "Security Scan:Jason Roberts.  26 years old. Unknown to the household. Deny or Accept Entry. "

   "Accept" i said. I heard a clink and i opened the door. Trey had made the security system just incase.

     The pizza guy stood there gaping like a fish. This must be his first time delivering here.  I hand him the cash telling him to keep the change and i take a hold of the pizza.

     Closing the door. I grab a slice of pizza and moan by the taste. The door bell rang again and i groaned.

  "Security Scan: Rae Young. 17 years old. Unknown to the household. Accept or Deny Entry. "

    "Accept. Add to household files"

   "Done" i heard the computer reply before a click. Opening the door i see Rae standing there with her mouth open.

    "What the fuck was that light going up and down?" She asks looking around.

    "Security Scan just in case. But since i have signed you into the household. You would be allowed anytime" i said. The sigh she took when i said just incase did not go unseen by me but i shrug it off.

     "Alright lets do this talking shit so that we can binge today" she said shutting the door behind her.

    "Omg...this house is cool. Look at the kitchen. Am sure you must be enjoying baking here" she continues. I look down as she continues.

    "I don't bake anymore..." i said my voice barely a whisper but she heard it and her head turns my way.

   "Ash...thats not right. You loved baking. You loved singing. Why stop?" She asks takking a seat on the sofa. I sit on the floor my head down.

   "I can't...i can't do it without her...without them" i replied my head still down.
     Rae comes from her seat and takes the spot next to me.
 
   "Am sorry. Am sorry for leaving you when you needed me. I juat couldn't get over the fact that she was gone. I never thought of how it will affect you. How you are taking it... i know you say you don't deserve my apology but you do. You really do. So how about we go back to being our dynamic duo"

    I look into her eyes and i see the remorse in them...

   "Yea i would like that"

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   Rae stayed the night and left in the early hours of the morning. Leaving me a note about how she had to go home and get ready.

   Today i decided to wear a brown hoodie and some jean with a converse. I needed to cover the bruises and a hoodie was perfect for the job.

     Getting out the door. I walked my way to Hell.

       Walking in the hallways i saw people talking some shooting glares at me while others not even caring if i existed.

     On getting to my locker, I start to get my notes ready when my locker abruptly shut. Making me to squek in surprise. My eyes locked with green ones.

    "Hey" with a smirk on his face.