Beyond Gloom

Chapter 6

 Chapter 6

I stir in the mattress as my phone buzzes, groaning. I open my eyes and take my phone out of my pocket. It's 5:00 am. I tried to stand to find Josh's leg on my stomach and him snoring softly. I looked around and everyone was sleeping soundly. I removed his leg from me and went to the bathroom. The grey tiles are all clean and shining. Everything was neat and not scattered. I saw the cupboard and all the clothes were folded. We all sometimes hangout for days or just crash at this place, we keep all of our extra clothes and essentials in it.. That's suspicious, usually it looks like a hurricane went by. I opened the tap and washed my face and took my toothbrush from the cabinet and started brushing. After doing all the business, I kept the things from where I took them. I took out my black jeans, black t-shirt, jacket and my undergarments. I stripped and started the shower. The cold water soothes my scorching skin. I washed clean myself then got dressed up. I went to the mirror and combed my straight wavy black-brown hair. I take a look at my appearance, once shining now dull small almond honey color eyes, pale skin, a scar on my neck running till my cleavage. I don't use a mirror, it reminds me how I should not be here. Sighing, I tie my hair in a bun and come out. I walked into the kitchen and started making pancakes for everyone. I saw Jack and Josh making their way in the kitchen like Tom and Jerry, floating. Ref too joined them soon. I made the last one and told them to call Sam and Ad. As soon as I turn around, I am surrounded by three shirtless hot guys.

"Can you three put on some clothes and call them down". Jack went to call Sam and Ref out in the hall. Josh was staring at the pancakes as if it was his soulmate. I set the table, and everyone sat around the table. Ref threw a T-shirt on Josh's face.

"Guys, I will be leaving for the cafe after breakfast."

"Why?" Josh whined.

"Because today is Tuesday and not a weekend".

"That's sad." They said in sync.

"I love your cooking Lil. I love you more than this idiot here. Said Sam

"Aye", Ad whined. I stuck out my tongue to him as I hugged her.

I ate my breakfast fast and took my leave. I said my goodbyes and was about to leave when Ref called.

"Lil, please take care. If possible stay, here, with us". I nodded and said.

"I will try". He has been acting very weird. I wonder why. I started my run to the cafe. The weather was calm, the breeze softly caressing my face. After a few minutes, I was entering my destination. Five people were enjoying their order. I saw Maria and Caleb behind the counter.

"Hey, guys". They both looked up and waved at me with a smile in sync. Something was off about Maria, but I ignored it, probably they didn't sleep the whole night. I went to the staff room. I removed my jacket and wore the apron and cap. Slowly other colleagues entered, and so did the customers. Tessa came, and she fist bumped me as she passed by me to take the orders. The cafe is stuffed, and it's just 10:00 in the morning. The day went in a blur, and soon it was evening, the clouds were bursting down outside, accompanied by wind. The door opened with chime indicating a new customer. I looked up from the cashier counter and saw barbies coming inside. Everyone looked annoyed by their presence. Caleb called me.

"Hey El, can you please take their orders. I don't think I am ready to face her, I mean them".

"Sure". I said reluctantly. I took my notepad and headed towards their table.

"Good evening, welcome to The friendly beans. I am Lilith, and I will be taking your orders". I said with a smile.

"Eew, No, you may not". Said the blonde.

"Sweet if you don't want to order, you may leave". I said irritated.

"I want that handsome guy to take our order, not some ugly bitch like you". Said one of her minions.

"He isn't interested, and if I were you, I would look at what I say to the waitress. You would never know what you eat in the food". I said monotonously. The blonde started to fake scream cry. Maria came in the scene, must have heard this banshee screaming.

"Ma'am what happened?"

"This ugly bitch threatened to poison my order". Maria stared at me and I gave the blank face.

"Ma'am, if you do not use such language towards my employee, then we may not poison you". I snickered behind her.

"W-what? You are supposed to support me not this loser".

"Ma'am, please do me a favor and get the hell out of my cafe." The blonde and her minions ran outside, not before glaring at me. With a smirk, I turned around to see Caleb with an unreadable expression. He came to me, asking for an explanation.

"I did not do anything".

"Really? You insulted and threatened a customer just a while ago".

"She was rude".

"Sure, what do you think you are? Just because mum and dad help you, that doesn't mean you will start to think of yourself as an owner. You are nothing but a charity cause of a person. They are kind, they help every beggar on the road; You are no special".

I stared at him, I felt numb at the moment; what? Did he just say this? So all of the things he did was for a show. I started feeling my once cold blood boiling but I controlled myself and replied.

"I do not think of myself as the owner sir and I didn't threaten any customer". I left, ignoring all the stares. It was 8:00 already and my shift had ended. I wore my jacket and kept the stuff in the staff room. As I was leaving, the door opened revealing his majesty in all his fake glory. I ignored him and went past him when he held my wrist.

"Don't you dare touch me codpiece". I spat at him and left. I opened the door and met the heavy rain.