I got to school, partially happy that I got to meet Derek's family. Happy to leave that lying role. Happy to face another day. I'd have to say that even though it was a facade, I enjoyed being referred to as Derek's wife. I giggled at my thought. Stupid Victoria. I wasn't sure I was ready for marriage. As I passed by the receptionist, she beckoned on me.
"Hello grumpy," I greeted her gaily.
Her frown deepened. She looked like she wanted to bite my head off. "The principal needs your attention."
My heart skipped. "So early in the morning? Did he say what I did?"
She smirked then frowned, "Now who's grumpy? Run along now, Miss Sunshine."
I gave her a look, "You don't even know the right words for expressions. Maybe you should go back to elementary school."
I walked out, feeling fulfilled at her expression. I got to the principal's door and waited, trying to calm myself. I inhaled and exhaled and rubbed my palms together. Then knocked and entered. He looked up immediately and smiled.
"Ah. I've been expecting you," he smiled more.
I got scared, "Good morning, Mr. Miles."
He laughed, "Oh come on. You've never called me that."
I was quiet.
"Would you like some coffee? Burger? Food?" Then he was grim, "Money?"
I gave him a questioning look.
He laughed, "Oh. We're playing that game now?"
"What game?" I questioned.
"Come of it. How much did Derek pay you? I'll double it," he said.
"Derek has never given me money. And I don't know what you're trying to say here," I told him.
"Not only are you a murderer, you're also a liar and a gold digger," he accused.
I felt like crying. What did I ever do to this guy? I have had enough.
He stood and pointed at me, "Stay away from my family. I don't want them to be your next targets. Especially my mum. Stay away from them."
I stood too and gave him a hardened look, "Mr. Miles, I really do not understand what your problem is with me but you have no right to meddle in my life. Who I relate with or what I do with them is none of your damn business. Mind your business and I'll mind mine. I never bother you but you keep bothering and meddling in my shit."
He chuckled, "How interesting. She's fiery too. Look, I really don't care about the mess your vomiting from your hole. You've been warned. When the consequences come, don't forget I did."
"I've had enough of you. I quit," I said and stormed out the school.
I went straight to the ice cream shop and walked in to find Derek, Nancy and Mrs. Miles laughing at a booth. They noticed me immediately before I could process things and get out.
"Oh my. Why are you crying, sweet pie?" Mrs. Miles asked walking over to me and walking me to their booth.
Nancy came over to where I sat and knelt, "Babe, what's wrong? Who hurt you?"
Derek was quiet, studying me with concern in his eyes. He nodded at me in understanding, telling me he knew who. If I wasn't in pains, I'd have smiled and blushed at that.
"I quit. I blew it up," I wailed. "My chance. My opportunity. I didn't even get my first pay."
Nancy breathed heavily understanding what I was saying.
"What are you saying, Elena?" Mrs. Miles asked and Nancy had a look of confusion.
"Elena?" Nancy asked.
"Yes. I'm sure Derek didn't tell you. She's his wife," Mrs. Miles smiled.
Nancy clenched her teeth and fisted her palm, "Really?"
"Yes. Elena meet Nancy, Derek's and Walter's kid sister," she introduced, completely forgetting I was crying some seconds ago.
I wasn't crying anymore. I was shocked, angry and annoyed. Nancy could sell me and I wouldn't even know. "Sister?"
"Yes. Well, I have to go now." She picked her bag. "Take care of your wife and deal with the scumbag who made her cry." She left.
If only she knew it was her son.
I starred at Nancy, "Sister. Wow."
She forced a smile and scratched her head. "That's how we saw it."
I looked at Derek but his eyes were downcast. "What else don't I know about you, Derek?"
"I swear. This should be the last," he mumbled.
"Really? Should be? So I'll keep finding them out like this?" I looked at the two siblings. "You know now I think of it, you both were never my friends. I'd choose Walter over you both. At least I know who I'd be dealing with. With you both, I don't know what to expect anymore." I flared.
"I'm sorry, Vicky," Nancy said.
"You always say that and when I forgive you, you fuck up again," I snapped at her.
Derek looked at me, pleading with his eyes, "Derek." I didn't know what to tell him. "I have to go."
I walked out and none of them ran after me. If only they knew this would be the last time they'll see me. I've had enough of them and this city. I think I should leave and start a new life in a new environment.