"Then?"
I took a sip of my coffee. Actually, this is my first time drinking a coffee. I usually drink fresh milk; if you could remember what I usually getting from the fridge though. I don't know what's gotten into me lately. Maybe I just want to try something else. I rarely do that, honestly.
Dad explains "Roseta was possessive, she won't let me go"
We're currently sitting at the bench in the frontyard while me and dad we're talking. He said earlier about how his life was miserable when he chose Roseta; his mistress and he told me how huge his mistake was. He wanted to leave but she threatened to mess with our family if he ain't gonna stay. He tried to protect me and my mom because dad said Roseta blackmailed him and said she will kill us both if dad attempts to abandon her.
"What was she? a psycho?" I scoff
"I don't know honey, I never knew she'd act like that. She never acted like that when we... first met" he trailed off.
I let a silent sigh of my thoughts, I can't bear dad thinking he was into other woman. That's why it tore me into pieces
"So, how did you get here?" I wonder how he escaped from that psycho bitch when she even tried to threaten.
He look at me reluctantly and take a deep breath. "I ma-de a mis-take" he stammered. He took a sip in his coffee
"I-I killed her"
My eyes grew wider "What? Are you serious? Dad?! You'll be sent to juvenile for what you've done! You're insane!" I whined and I was about to stand when he clutches my arm. I look at him fiercely.
"Get off me Mario! Mom needs to know this!"
He force a weak smile and look at me desperately "She knew.... she already knew"
"What?... W-hat are you talking about?" I wrinkle my eyebrow in confusion. Was she an accomplice? Did I miss something? What else did I miss?
I'd never wish to be a daughter's murderer.
"Please sit Riley and listen" he lose the grip and clasp his hands while I reluctantly sit on the chair trying myself not to buzz off and just to listen.
This is way harder than I thought.
"We argued with Roseta" he says "I never meant to hurt her... that was an accident"
"I know this isn't believable honey but I'm saying the truth. I never wanted to hurt anybody" he forced his tears not to fall.
"That's terrible" I'm literally nervous right now. I couldn't even look straight into his eyes.
"I'm so sorry I didn't came book soon... I was trying to protect you both with your mother"
"Just get this straight dad!?" I hollered in frustration. I'm really not thinking clearly right now. I really am.
He let out a sigh "She tripped in the bathroom floor and accidentally bumped her head into the bathtub" He's fidgeting when he said that. "She tried to hurt me"
I don't know what to say. I feel traumatized. I really don't know exactly what to feel.
"I choke her— but I was just trying to defend myself honey"
My eyes widened "Y-ou asshole!" My body shakens "You're a fuckin' murderer!" I shouted extremely.
"What's happening here?" Mom suddenly approached with her face full of confusion. Maybe she was astound from my loud voice. I look at her pathetically.
"You both are disguting!"
I look at them before I flounced out. I don't want to hear any more lies. I'm done and I'm tired trusting anyone who were not even honest with me. I'm really tired holding grudge for anyone. I really am done with this fucking life.
I took my phone from my pocket and call Zia to pick me up. I badly need her and I badly need some air.
I carelessly slump on the street while waiting for her to get me. I clenched my fist and shouted in aggravation while clutching my hair in extreme frustration. My eyes were dry, my hair was a mess. There's no more tears running down from my eyes but only the resentment that's getting into it.
My heart thuds so fast. I don't even know where I am. But I don't fucking care, I know Zia will find me.
"Hey! get in here" Speaking of the devil, Zia finally came and she escorted me into her car while I wearily slump on her shotgun seat.
"You alright?" she dumbly asked even it's so obvious that I'm not fine.
"Totally fine" I tried to joke around.
She heaved a sigh "Let's get you into my house first" she drove faster but I remained still. Surprisingly, I was not afraid eventhough she drove in fast full speed.
I really am surprised.
My knees budge in a little quiver, hands were cold brought from the breeze, and mumbling with a preoccupied brain. I feel numb and tired.
Tired for everything.
"Hey"
I wearily turn my gaze to Zia who made me realized that we finally arrived.
I didn't even noticed.
"Let's go to my room and talk about it okay?"
"I don't want to talk about it"
"Well, still you should've"
We walk toward her room and her mother saw me. Elena quickly discarded her card not cutting her gaze with me until Brian noticed; Zia's brother. And the other woman who wears a maid dress; probably their maid, obviously stares straight at me with her slightly arch eyebrow. They're circling on the couch where they play something like card game.
"Oh my god Riley is that you?" She approached me while gripping her cards. "You rarely visits here"
"Mom, not now" Zia rolled her eyes.
"Why? Is anything wrong?" her voice became worried.
"I'm sorry for not coming often Mrs. Elena" I said casually with a flat smile.
"Hey dupe!" Brian greeted harshly.
"Brian!" Zia scolded him and she clutch my hand and walk toward her room.
Their house was still the same; modern and spacious. Their walls was covered with off-white and beige, the sunlight beams down through their glass windows which brought ambience, radiance and calmness.
We stepped inside her room and the her pink stuffed octopus enlightened me.
"Hey" she talked softly.
I bit my lip while staring above the ceiling. "Let's go to the party."
Zia's face changed and slightly dropped her jaw while examining my face like figuring out something 's wrong.
"Really? This is the first time I ever heard from you" she slightly smirk.
"I just want to do something else"
"Hmm that's good Riley" She stares at my face again which made me uncomfortable. "But are you sure? What happened back there anyway? "
"Stop... I don't want to talk about it"
"Okay okay since you don't, the only thing I can do is to make you the happiest thing in the world"
I giggle "Sweet"
"Yep... but are you really sure about the party?" She's annoying
I rolled my eyes "Yes, I'm sure"
She shrug "Okay then let's get ready, there's a party at Tiffany's house we should wear something attractive"
My eyes widened "What?! Tiffany's house?"
"Yep but don't worry she won't bother us tho because it's a party we should have fun!" she laughed.
I started to think if I did the right thing. I'm not a really fan into parties but I should do this anyway.
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"Hi"
We stepped into the door and a bunch of people partying welcomed my weary eyes. I think this is a bad idea. I'm starting to fidget even more. I should stick to Zia.
"Hey chikababes sup? Wanna have some drink?" The cool boy who wears a tuxedo offered. He looks like a pervert. We shouldn't talk to him. I drag Zia to the mini bar and took a seat there.
"Hey ladies what's yours?"
"Margarita please" Zia asked.
"Why are you here?" A husky voice spoke which made me trembled. I know that voice.
I look from behind and saw his pretty face. For me, he's the most handsome guy in the world.
"Hi" I simply greet trying not to look like a pitygirl.
"What are you wearing?" he scrunched up his nose while scrutinizing my neck down to my wiggly feet.
I rolled my eyes" What?"
" You shouldn't have wear that"
"It's not your business Malcolm!" Zia scoffed and took a sip of her margarita.
I wear a strapless black dress which fits my hips and thighs that shows my hour glass body while Zia wears a backless brown top and long pencil tight skirt.
"Uhm I need to go to the bathroom, excuse me" I was a little hurt for what he just said. I didn't impress him. He looked disgusted while staring at me.
"I will walk you through" Malcolm offered but I said no immediately.
"I can handle myself"
I walked toward the bathroom while passing through the crowd. It's uncomfortable but I need to be calm. I look into the unoccupied cubicle and sat there for like 20 minutes I guess. I just sat there like a total idiot.
"Sshhh shut up"
I heard the voices from the other cubicle while hearing their loud kisses and soft moans. I cringe and instantly unlock the door and buzz off. That was so disgusting.
"Hey"
I look from behind and I saw Blake with a wine. He looks so adorable. He's a charming boy with a positive aura.
"Hey" I said shyly.
"Let's talk"
"Okay"
"Follow me" he walk toward the empty room and I followed.