Gone (a Zalfie fanfic)

Chapter 9

A/N Hopefully this is long or longer than usual!

Alfie's POV

I stepped off the bus and headed in the direction of my house. My steps were slow and I dragged my feet along the pavement. I didnt want to go home. I wanted to be with Zoe!

I got to my house and when I walked in, I was greeted by another slap. "Mum. What are you doing." I said, not trying to shout or we'd get into another arguement. "You deserved it, stupid." Before I asked her why she came back home I whispered "yeah I guess so" and shot upstairs, so she couldn't harm me again. She didnt seem to be drunk, maybe a bit, but she looked so tired.

The next day, I walked downstairs. 'Mother dearest' was waiting for me. She punched me in the stomach and I collapsed to the floor. Was she on drugs? Why would she hurt her son, me?

She started kicking my leg until it ached with pain. "Give me your money. NOW!" She slurred, while lazily putting her hand out to receive it. Drunk, again! This was not right. I was at the point where I was actually scared of my own mother.

"H-here." I said shakily, grabbing my lunch money from my pocket and giving it to her, like a bully at school. She snatched it and turned her back. I quickly made a dash for the door, hurrying before she could've abused me again, hauling my bag up on the way. I slammed the door shut and started limping to school.

I dragged my leg along the pavement, scrunching my face up in pain. Then the waterworks switched on. At first it was only some little drops of tears, but by the time I was half way to school, I was sobbing. It was embarrassing, but I couldn't help it. I couldn't help crying anytime to be honest. They just kept coming and coming. I was physically and mentally hurt. Why did my mum do that to me? I didnt do anything wrong. I sniffed and wiped my eyes with my sleeve when I arrived at school. I didn't want anyone to see me looking like this.

I hobbled in and gulped before walking into class. I was a few minutes late, but that was unusual for me. I was normally early. Everyone stared at me. I was dying inside. "Erm... sorry im late." I said quietly, while slowly walking, trying not to limp, to my seat. The teacher just huffed.

Zoe, who was sat next to me, looked at me with a confused face. I got my books out and mouthed "Ill tell you later" to her. Then I got on with the work that was on the board.

How was I going to tell Zoe? I could just lie again but I would feel guilty. I guess I'm just going to have to lie. I dont want her to find out about my mum.

German was next. I could have time to think about what I was going to say, instead of being awkward and just muttering. I thought a lot.

I travelled to rainbow land and had adventures with a unicorn. Thats why I was late.

I have a weird imagination. I came up with lots of thoughts. I was so absorbed in this, that I wasn't concentrating on the class work.

"Why is your book shut?" I jumped slightly and looked up. The teacher was standing in front of me, looking stern. "Err....I....dont know?" I said. What else could I have said? Well, I could've been more less awkward. The whole class laughed at me. I opened my book quickly and pretended to do the work.

I would just have to stick to the casual 'I slept in'.

The bell rang and I packed my books up. I did one question in that lesson, but I probally got it wrong. I didn't even know what topic we were doing. I walked out the classroom, trying to not limp, and suddenly felt a gentle tap on my shoulder.

"Hi Alf!" Zoe said cheerily, putting her arm around my waist. I put my arm around her waist as well. "Hi Zo." I said with a friendly smile. "So....why were you late this morning?" I knew that would be the first thing Zoe would ask me.

"Uh I-I slept in." I said stuttering, making it unbelievable. "Are you sure?" Zoe said, looking up at me with a questionable face. "Yes im sure. Why would I lie? I know what I did." I said, looking to the ground guiltily. I felt really bad. But instead of accusing me of lying, Zoe shrugged and whispered "Okay."

Suddenly, she pulled me lightly. I tried to walk and follow her but I limped. "Alfie.....why are you limping? Did you hurt your leg?" Oh god. What do I say?

"Er, yeah. I got up late and had to rush out the house so I tripped and twisted my ankle but it's fine." Phew. Nice one Alf. "Oh. Poor you." She said with sympathy, bending down to rub my ankle. "Its fine Zo." I said, smiling at her cuteness.

"Okay, whatever you say." She said, beginning to pull me, lighter than before. We ended up in the gardens.

"....ahh." Zoe said, breathing deeply and closing her eyes. I did the same. It was so peaceful and the aroma smelled so nice. "I love you Alfie Deyes." Zoe said looking up at me. "Full names now?" I said blushing a bit and smiling. She giggled and pulled me into a kiss.

The school bell went off. Right when we were kissing as well! Zoe pulled away slowly and blushed at me. "Come on. Let's go to art." I said, taking hold of her hand. She nodded and walked with me.

Walk with me forever and dont let go of my hand...

Authors Note

Okay... Im not dead. Dont worry! I was really busy and couldn't update but also it took really long writing this. Hopefully its long!

Yay! Its half term. I swear this year is going by so quickly. O.O Im scared. Like tomorrow I could be an elder. Well thats a bit exaggerated but still....

Can u guys give me a list of films or animes or whatever to watch please! Thanks! I want to watch some films but I dont know what to watch. I watched this anime called 'Clannad After Story' and its so sad T-T. I think im going to rewatch it. I was literally sobbing.

Anyway, baiiiiiii *waves* :*

Thanks for reading! Xx