(I'm so sorry for the late update! This chapter is a bit shorter because it doesn't have much plot, but you do get to see some Mardan action(; and it shows a bit more of Allie and Marleen. Hope y'all like it!
TW: Mentions of harm and depression
It's not direct or much, but just in case anyone still feels uncomfortable with these topics)
You can’t fight the demons
By fighting yourself
But some days it’s tough
When it’s proud of itself
Poking fun at your cracks
And breaking your heart
Those days it’s easy
To break down, fall apart
So when you have the strength
Or none left at all
Know you’re always more
Than the lows and the fall
-Jordan-
We’ve been training for almost two weeks now. I hope our efforts are enough, but we won’t know if we get her back.
Marcus has been more introverted than usual. I can’t seem to get through to him. I miss him so much. I just want to talk to him.
I know that he forgave me, but I need to do something more. I can’t stand us living in this limbo of love. I prepared a quick meal and packed. Arc should be done with training in about half an hour so I go up to shower and change.
I pick out a yellow button down and some dark wash jeans. I feel butterflies in my stomach. I hope this goes well. I want to show him just how much I love him.
I run down the steps. I’m hit by the smell of strawberry soap. He curiously points to the basket on the table.
“Jordan, what’s this.”
“A secret,” I smile mischievously and grab the basket.
“Now get ready. I have a surprise for you.”
“Okay?” he responds hesitantly.
His face is flushed red.
“Give me fifteen. I need a shower.”
He starts to walk away, but halts.
“Oh, and do I have to dress up?”
“No, you don’t have to if you don’t want to.”
“Ok, then. I’ll be back soon,” and he runs off.
I didn’t realize that I was holding my breath until he left. I’m so nervous. I want this to be perfect.
I double check to make sure that I have everything in the basket. I wouldn’t want to forget anything.
“Is everything alright, Jordan.”
My body jolts up. I didn’t hear him come in.
“Yep, everything’s fine Allie.”
“You look a bit flustered. Could this have anything to do with Marcus.”
Dang, Allie can read me like a book.
“....yes. I’m going to take him out on a date.”
“Jordan, relax. It’ll go fine.”
I nod and wipe my palms on my jeans.
“And don’t forget to breathe,” he chuckles as he leaves the kitchen.
“Alright Jordan. Don’t forget to breathe. Everything will be ok. Just relax.”
“Sorry for interrupting your conversation with, well, yourself, but I’m ready.”
YOU ARE READING
Fading Reflections
FantasiLocked away from the only family shes ever known, Evelyn is at the mercy of Cerin and the council. What will uncovering history reveal about the council? Why was Cerin so determined to get control over Evelyn? And will she ever be freed from his gra...
