My everything

Chapter seventeen - Welcome home

Abby's POV:

For the past two days, my dad and I have been fighting. He tries to make me spend less time with Luke. I explained to him what had happened and why I was doing it. If this had happened to me, my dad would've always been with me. The problem is not that I'm not at home. It's Luke. He still can't accept this boy. I mean, as if he is a criminal or something. Since the day he met him, I tried to explain to him that my boyfriend is not a bad boy. I don't know in what language I should say it. It looks like my dad doesn't want to listen to me. He keeps saying that Luke is not good enough for me and will break my heart. If I cared about that, I wouldn't have been with him. We started dating to see how long we could last. Both of us are fighting for a long-lasting relationship. No one knows what will happen. Well, if we don't try, we'll never experience this. Neither will see a possible result. Honestly, I don't know what to do anymore. It feels like I will never be able to convince my dad, no matter what I try. There was a point when I gave up. I don't want to do it forever, but I don't see anything else that could be done. I should stop caring about this, but I can't. After all, he is my dad. No matter what happens between us, I can't change that. Also, I don't want to do it. The problem is that we keep arguing about the same things. At least my mom is silent. She said there was no side she would take. That way is better. My boyfriend doesn't care about these things. Let's say that he has other things in his head. Sam has to go home soon, so they better spend time together. I can see Luke another day. Well, except if something doesn't happen. I thought about moving to live with him, but I never did it. If things continue like that, I might do it. I hope that my dad and I won't go that far away. I don't want us to have the same relationship as Luke and his parents.

Currently, I am in school with Luke. I thought he would skip a day, but no. According to him, we need to spend more time together. I like that, but he can't always be with me. Well, later, I will be busy. Dad said he wanted us to talk after school. He took a day off. Yesterday he wasn't feeling well. Maybe he got sick or something else. As long as he feels good, I am fine. After all, I don't want something to happen to him.

After this class, I walked to my locker. Soon Luke came and kissed me. He has been in a good mood since the morning. I don't know what has happened, but I like it when he is in a good mood. As I have said, I prefer the happy Luke. He was about to pull away, but I didn't let him. Some girls still check him out. I mean, not only from school. There is something called keeping your territory. I know that my boyfriend is having fun, but I'm not. He needs to know when I am serious.

- You like this, don't you?

- Yes, I do. Why?

- I like it when you get jealous.

- For a millionth time. I am not jealous. It's called keeping your territory.

- It's the same thing.

- No, it's not.

- Whatever.

On the lunch break, we went for food. I'm glad that Luke is moving on. I thought he would be upset for a longer time. Maybe I have to thank Sam for that. He has been keeping him company since he came here. I'm happy that they understand each other so well. I went to take food and sat down at a table. I noticed how some girls looked at me. Jenny was on the table next to me, laughing. This time, I didn't do anything. I was eating when I felt a kiss on top of my head. I don't need to look to know who this is.

- Hello.

- Hey. Are you hungry?

- Isn't it obvious?

- I officially invite you to spend the day with Sam and me.

- What about Sarah and Kylie?

- When I say Sam, I mean all of them.

- Ok, good. The problem is that I can't come.

- Why?

- Dad wants to talk to me. I don't know what is going on. I might come later.

- Do I have to be worried?

- No, everything is fine.

- You will tell me what happened later.

- I will.

After my last class, I walked home. Dad was drinking something in the kitchen. This time, it wasn't coffee. He looks a bit pale. Maybe I imagine things. I'm sure he is ok. I went to leave my stuff in my room and walked back to the kitchen.

- Hi, dad.

- Hey. How was school?

- It was good. How are you? I see you are not drinking coffee.

- No, I made a cup of tea.

- You look a bit pale.

- I'm fine.

- You wanted to talk with me.

- Yes, I did. Do you have plans for the afternoon?

- Luke invited me to spend the afternoon with him and his brother. He has a girlfriend and a baby girl. She is cute.

- I will talk calmly because I don't want us to argue.

- Ok, what is going on?

- Both of you are teenagers. None of you knows how rough real life can be. I want you to be with someone who knows how to take care of you. Someone who will always be by your side, no matter what happens. Abby, I don't think your boyfriend is the right one.

- Dad, please don't start again. You will see he's not that bad if you give him a chance.

- The night he came home was enough for me. He said it all. This boy can't take care of you, Abby. Don't you want to be happy?

- But I am. I am happy. Why can't you see this?

- Because it's not true. Our first love always makes us blind. You know I don't want you to get hurt.

- Then stop talking about him like that. Dad, don't you see you are hurting me this way?

- Abby.

- Why can't you accept him the way he is?

- Because he can't take care of you! I want to keep you away from people like him.

- He is not a criminal. Also, I am old enough to choose.

- I want you to be safe.

- You can't keep me away from all the boys.

- I don't want to do it from everyone. It will be only from him.

- Dad, stop it! You are not making it easy.

- Why do you care so much about him?

- Because I love him, that's why!

- Abby, you have no idea what love is.

- Yes, I do. I know what it is.

- Let's not argue again.

- You started it.

- Find someone who knows what he wants and has a secure future.

- No! You can't keep telling me what to do. I'm not a kid anymore, and don't pull the "You're my little girl" phrase. It's not working.

- Abby, please.

- No. For once, listen to me. Let me live my life.

- Please, don't go out with him. Stay here.

- I am going out, and you can't do anything to stop me.

- Since you stay there so much, why don't you move in?

- What a great idea. I have been thinking about it, but thanks for the permission. - I said and walked into my room

- Abby, I didn't mean that. Abby!

I went into my room and started packing things. The moving-out plan was never real, but I will do it since my dad said it. Hopefully, Luke won't mind me. I don't know how long I will stay there, but I don't want to keep arguing with my dad. I took two bags and my school backpack. Then I walked out. I left a note in my room. Mom needs to know where I am. Right now, I don't want to talk with her. After fifteen minutes, I was in front of Luke's door. I took a taxi up to his house. The bags were heavy for me. I knocked on the door, and my boyfriend opened it.

- Hey.

- Hey. Welcome home. - Luke said, looking at my bags

- Thanks. - I said and hugged him

- Let's go inside. You can take the guest room if you want.

- Hi, Abby. I'm so happy to see you. - Sarah said and gave me a tight hug

- Yeah, me too.

- Are you ok? Why do you look upset?

- I don't want to talk about this now.

- We'll be back in ten minutes. - Luke said

Both of us walked to the guest room. I sat on the bed. I want to fix everything, but I don't know how. It's like I am stuck in a position and don't know how to move. Luke sat on the ground in front of me.

- How bad was it?

- He said that since I am here so much, I better move in.

- And you did it.

- I have been thinking about this for a while. I thought he would realize what he was doing was wrong if I walked away for a few days.

- You can stay here as long as you want.

- Thanks. I don't plan to stay much.

- Why? I like spending time with you. Having you here will cheer me up.

- I hope so.

- You will like it here. After all, I'm not that bad.

- I tried to explain it to my dad, but he didn't want to listen.

- Give him some time. I believe he will realize what he has done. He will beg you to go home.

- Let's say that I believe you.

Luke and I walked back downstairs. Kylie was drinking milk. I sat next to Sarah, and she hugged me. I'm glad at least they like me. As I see it, his parents don't think the same.

- I know it's still early, but am I invited to the wedding? - I asked, chuckling

- What wedding? - Sam asked

- Yours. When will it be?

- I don't know. We wanted it to be after Kylie's first birthday. Now I'm not sure. - Sarah said

- Why?

- Someone always has to be around her. Let's say that she can't stay away from us.

- The baby is all the time with you. What else do you expect?

- I know.

- Both of you have parents. I'm sure they will take care of her for a while.

- I hope so. Now, about the invitations.

- Yes?

- Both of you are not invited.

- Oh, ok.

- It's obligational for you two to be there. - Sam said

- What? Why? - Luke asked

- Little brother, you will be one of my groom mates.

- Really? Thank you.

- Abby, you will be one of my bride's mates.

- But I have never been to a wedding.

- Neither do I. It will be fun.

- If you say so.

- Is this a yes?

- It is.

- Thank you so much. You will look so pretty.

- We'll see about that.

- You have to be careful. - Sarah whispered

- Why?

- Many girls will try to steal your boyfriend.

- Don't worry about that. I know how to keep my territory.

- That's what I want to hear.

- When will you come home again? - Luke asked, looking at Sam

- I don't know. I already took a big break. I mean, this one. My boss won't let me for another one so soon. Don't worry. I will come to your graduation.

- Thanks, but don't do it. I prefer it if no one comes.

- Why? You graduate only once.

- First, I wasn't a great student. Second, I don't need my parents rubbing it in my face.

- No one said that you have to invite them.

- I never planned on doing it. Please, stay at home.

- Ok. If you don't want me here, I won't bother you. Maybe you can take Abby and come home for a visit.

- We'll see about that. I plan to work during the summer.

- Me too. - I said

- What? You have never told me this.

- Someone needs to keep an eye on all the girls. - I said, and Luke laughed

- With you, my life will never be boring.

- That's why I am here, pretty boy.

- Well, thank you, pretty girl.

Luke and I talked with Sarah and Sam for a while. They went home for dinner. In that case, we'll be alone. Honestly, I'm not in the mood for anything. Both of us went to make dinner. I offered him pasta because it was easy. We still don't know how to cook well. With time, we'll learn. I could've used my mom to teach me. She is a great cook.

When dinner was ready, we sat down at the table. You can see which of us was hungrier. Well, boys need more energy. I keep thinking about the same things.

- Everything will be fine. All you have to do is give him some time. I'm sure your mom will talk with him.

- I left a note on my nightstand. The thing is that I feel bad for her. She didn't do anything.

- To teach someone a lesson, you need to hurt someone else.

- True, but it's not something I like.

- I understand, but you can't keep doing what he says. Look at me. I moved out for similar reasons.

- It looks like our parents don't like us.

- It looks like I don't care. - Luke said, chuckling

- Thank you for letting me stay here.

- Hey, the house is mine. I can do whatever I want with it. Also, my granny would've liked it. She was happy when you were here.

- You miss them, don't you?

- I do, but I'm trying not to think about this so often.

- They keep taking care of you every single day. Don't forget that.

- I know. I have no idea why my granny gave me so many things, but I appreciate it.

- She might have stayed away from the problem. It doesn't mean she didn't see it.

- I believe she did.

- Soon, both of us will find our way. I'm sure about it.

- I love you.

- I love you too.

Luke and I talked for a while. Later, we went to a movie in his room. My things were in the guest one, but I didn't want to be alone. I went to change into my PJs and walked back to his. I know he won't mind me sleeping with him. All I need is to snuggle. I'm not in the mood for anything else. Somehow, his cuddles always make me feel better. I like that we understand each other so well. I don't care what my dad thinks about him. I love my boyfriend. That's why I want to keep him next to me. Someone will say it's a childish move, but I don't think like that. I hope that things will get easier with time. Arguing with someone is not something I like.