Everything But The -

Another Day Another Dollar

I wake up today feeling refreshed. Am I really that excited to see this guy again? I cant be that boy crazy. 

I make my way to my bathroom and do my morning routine. After I finish my shower I pat myself dry and walk out the bathroom. I lay naked on my silk bed sheets. I pick up my phone and text one of my university buddies, Maryam. 

"Heyy how are you?" I haven't texted her in a few days and I like to keep up with her every now and then. 

"Heyy, I just got home from my trip! Sis I gotta tell you what happened!" She sounds very excited. I wonder what happened on this trip.

Immediately after she sent that text she sends me a video of her neck covered in hickies. 

"b***h WHAT HAPPENED??" I text back excited to hear her story.

"I met this guy who was staying at the same resort as me!! He was so hot and we were both drunk! I went back to his place, he was very rough. It was soo hot!" I couldn't help but giggle. Maryam was one of the realest people I met in university. 

I went to UCLA, University of California, Los Angles. Even though LA and NYC are both famous cities, the vibes are completely different. I was met with a lot of fake people during my time there. Everyone was very cliquey, filled with drama and very self absorbed. I was surprised that I even made friends while I was over there. 

Maryam was Egyptian and was very beautiful. She has very light brown hair that was super long and had small waves. She had golden brown eyes and was very slender and tall, standing around 5'9. She was so beautiful, I cannot lie I had the smallest crush on her. 

"LOL, I am glad you had a blast!" I responded back. Yup that's enough socialization for me. I roll over now lying on my stomach. I don't know what to wear today but I am going to see Aaron again. Maybe I should try looking cute? The thought of seeing him again sent tingles down my spine. What kind of a guy has such an affect like this? 

I decided on wearing khaki pants today and a black short sleeve. I made my way to my vanity and decided on doing a short wing on my eyes. I put on some mascara and called it a day. I have been practicing here and there with makeup but now with the masks its not really needed to do an entire full face of makeup. I put on some socks and my slides and made my way back to my bathroom. I took out my hair that was in a bun and sprayed it down with some water, damping it enough to where I can apply some more products onto it. My wash day is tomorrow, I can finally wash my hair and get rid of all the product that's been building up on my curls. 

I decided to slick back my hair and out it in a neat bun. Afterwards I did my edges and sprayed it down once again. I went back to my dresser and put on a pair of small diamond earrings that my mom got me for my birthday. 

I decided on going downstairs to the kitchen and feeding Gunther. I replaced another container that needed to defrost. It looks like Gunther was still out on his adventures. He is able to leave and come back in whenever he wanted. I felt bad since I was always working I didn't always have time for him so I decided to leave the window in the living room slightly ajar so he can leave and come in whenever he pleased. 

I made my way past the dishes, completely ignoring them, I don't need any bad vibes today. I decided to make some pancakes and turkey bacon with eggs. As I waited for the pancakes to be cooked I opened up my laptop and continued onto another episode of Bojack Horseman. I tossed a few bacon strips into the air fryer and finished up on my pancakes and eggs. I served myself a glass full of orange juice and waited for the bacon strips to be done. I grabbed my syrup and bacon strips and headed back to my seat. 

My favorite food is breakfast food. Its so yummy and sweet I love it! I was finally able to finish everything midway onto the next episode of the show. I paused the show and placed the dishes in the sink.

I run back upstairs and checked my phone. A few messages from Maryam and a couple other of my friends messaged me as well, I don't feel like replying at the moment and scroll to i********: instead. Its only 11 am and I still have a few hours until my next shift. I should really make plans before hand and stop flaking on my friends. My days are starting to seem like a boring routine that I do not want to continue. I need some excitement in my life, I think to myself.

Hmm, the only friends I do have in NYC are my two close friends from middle school. We try to catch up every now and then but we are all soo busy with our own lives now. Rebecca and Rafael are for sure my closest friends. It is still unbelievable I have been able to keep up a relationship for that long, especially since we parted ways at the end of middle school! Rebecca and Rafael are both gay and have the most amazing taste in people. 

Rebecca is Salvadorian and now has a bob cut, her hair use to be soo long and thick but she got tired of dealing with it and cut her hair sometime in high school. She is a very tiny girl, she must be under 5', she likes to refer to herself as fun sized. Her taste in women is very particular, and she definitely has a type. She likes short women as well who are more on the feminine size. 

Rafael is about 5'8 and is Italian. He has blonde curly hair and his personality is to die for. He loves fashion and is always the go to person when it comes down to putting some fits together since he went to a university for fashion, we know his credentials are trust worthy. He is currently in a relationship and they are the cutest couple ever! They post on i********: every now and then.

They have been my best friends for years and they both live in Brooklyn. I should really be more sociable and make some plans with them! 

I finally decide to get up from my laziness and head outside. I could use the fresh air. I lock my door, mask already in hand as I make my way outside. I can feel today will be a good day! 

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I take a small fifteen minute break after a couple of hours of nonstop work. Really these tik tok drinks are something else, I don't know who comes up with such things! 

I look at the time, hmm Aaron hasn't come in yet. This is the second time hes come in late from his usual timing. Is he not coming in at all? I feel me cheeks flush pink. Geez what am I so worked up for? Yeah sure he said he was coming and its a bit disappointing that he didn't show up yet but did I really get all worked up over this? I really am too boy crazy and too dependent on guys. Sheesh.  Its only seven so there is still more time until I clock out. I grab a cake pop surprised we still have any on the shelf, these are too addicting and I am super hungry. 

"Hey, what are you doing tonight?" Bella, my coworker asks. Me and Bella both started working at Starbucks at the same time, because of this we are a lot closer with each other than the other employees.

"No plans, I was waiting for that hot guy to show up but he never did. What are you up to tonight?" 

"What, that really tall dude that usually comes in around like 6? Yeah hes hot! Haha!" She nods her head walking over to me. "But I'm thinking about going to Brian's party tonight, if you wanna come I can pick you up?" 

I shake my head. Brian gives me the creeps and Id rather be home with my cat than at some weirdos party. 

"No thanks, parties aren't really my scene." I say while walking back behind the counter with Bella following closely behind. 

"Really? Who would've thought a cute little Starbucks worker was not the partying type..." I quickly rose my head thinking the voice sounded familiar. 

Bella stood aside watching the two of us. I guess she noticed how caught off guard I was. 

"Well, parties just really aren't my thing..." I trailed off not knowing what to say. 

"I'm just teasing ya. But I told you I would be back. I got caught up in the office again and wasn't here my usual time. I hope I didn't keep you waiting." He casually said winking at Bella and looking back at me.

I see Bella stiffen up as she was not expecting him to acknowledge her. Oh this man has confidence, I am liking this. 

"OH don't worry. We didn't even realize the time. Sucks that you've been staying over time, depending on what you do I can possibly help." I let out popping the "P" at the end. What on earth am I even saying, I think to myself as I make my way to the cash register to take his order. 

"That actually doesn't sound like a bad idea..." He says while skimming through my body. My body tightens as I feel his gaze slowly come back up to my face. "Let me get a large green iced latte" With every word he said I could've sworn he was purposely sounding seductive. He was demanding his order and his deep voice will definitely be ingrained into my brain. I gulped as I noticed a little sparkle in his eyes. "Can you add in some cream as well for me." He said low, almost in a soft whisper so I can hear. "I am craving something creamy tonight." He winked at me. Oh my gosh, what on earth is he talking about!

"Oh really. I am sure I can help with that." I responded back almost too eagerly. The s****l tension was real and hard to miss. "It'll be extra though." I said as sassy as I could. 

He moved back a little and ran his hands through his hair. "I don't mind at all. Thank you." I couldn't tell if he was smiling or smirking, either way, I am a mess right now. Oh what I would do to just jump on him right now. 

"The drink is on me, so don't worry about it!" I said as I turned around to start working on his drink.

He moved to the side and I am not sure exactly what he said as I had already began working on his drink. I took a black sharpie and wrote down what his order was so I wouldn't forget. As I was about to pour his drink in, I figured I should add my i********: onto the cup as well, Ive been feeling bold all day. 

After adding my information and pouring his drink in the cup, I make sure to add in extra cream. I see him standing off to the side and I place his drink down. He looks up at me. "Not exactly the cream I was thinking but this will do." He says as he is picking up his drink. He gently lowers his mask down as he takes a sip and hums in approval. "So, are you thinking about going to that party tonight?" 

"No, I wasn't planning on it. The guy who is hosting it is kind of weird." I shrug, what is he up to. 

"Well if I wasn't busy tonight I would have loved to take you." He paused for a moment almost debating his next comments. "Maybe we can hang out later on this weekend?" He says cautiously. 

"Maybe we can." I smirk, grabbing a rag hinting that I am going back to work. 

He looks puzzled. "Well, can I ask for your number then?"

"You'll definitely have to work for that. But enjoy the rest of your drink sir." I said teasingly while looking up at him. 

His eyebrows frowned and I noticed he was confused. 

"Anything else I can help you with?" I said smiling. 

He chuckled as he backed away. He lifted up his drink like yesterday, as if he was saying cheers. As he did that, he finally realized the writing on his cup and he smiled and turned away exiting the store. 

I let out a sigh I didn't know I was holding in. 

"Oh b***h, what was that about?" Bella came running over, noticing the tension between us. I am sure she was watching the whole time. 

"I have no idea. He was hot. And we talked for a second yesterday and I guess he just followed up with it today." I tried not to make it seem like a big deal but I was excited the entire day just for this moment. 

"Okay, I see you girl! He is super hot, you're lucky!!" She said in a whiny voice. 

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After a few hours of taking a couple more orders and cleaning up I finally get to go home. I am too tired to walk the way back so Bella drops me home. 

"Hey are you sure you cant come with?" Bella tries one more time trying to get me to go to the party. 

"Nah sorry, I am totally drained. You have fun for the both of us!" I said trying to hide the fact that I just really don't want to go. 

I close the door and make my way up to my home. I get in and I am greeted by Gunther. 

"Oh buddy I haven't seen you all day!!!!" He meows back instantly as if he was saying hi and telling me about his day.

"I'm sure your day was just as eventful as mine little buddy!" I open the fridge and do what I usually do. After feeding him I finally decide to tackle on all the dishes. How annoying, I am so disappointed in myself for letting it get this bad. I play some music knowing this will be awhile until I finish up. 

After almost 25 minutes I finally finished cleaning up the dishes and wiping down the kitchen. I ran up to my bed. I undressed and threw on some pjs. What a strange day I thought to myself.

As I am about to place my phone down on my night stand, I get a notification.

I turn over my phone seeing as it is an i********: notification, I get excited. Oh my gosh did Aaron finally add me on i********:?! I become all giddy.

As I click on the notification, I see that it is a message request from someone I do not follow. I get excited and click open the message to see what was sent. 

"Hey Theresa! Its been awhile. How are?" My heart has fully sunk into my stomach. What on earth. I reread the message and click on the profile. I was not expecting this. My body shrinks up to the corner of my bed. I cannot even begin to fathom what I am feeling this moment. 

Never in a million years would I think I would talk to him again. 

I am left confused and dazed rereading the message once more.

What is going on and why do they think they can just come back into my life as if its nothing?

I groan too confused at my current situation. Just as I thought I was gaining a little balance back into my life.

Great, you always had perfect timing, I mumble to myself as I roll my eyes.