My everything

Chapter six - Dinner and arguments

Luke's POV:

I was invited for dinner at Abby's house. I have to say that I'm not excited about this. Her dad probably won't like me at all. I can pretend to be someone else, but she already has told him some things about me. The other thing is that I don't want to do it. One day, he will understand what type of a boy I am. It's better if I am honest with him. I don't know if this will help. It's better than a lie. Hopefully, he will let me date his daughter. It's not like I'm not doing it for a month already. I know Abby's dad's approval means a lot to her. That's why I will go to the dinner. It's not a lie that I have been thinking about an excuse not to go. Well, no one will believe that. At least Abby won't. All I have to do is face the truth. It can't be that bad. After all, I'm not a criminal. That doesn't mean her dad will like me. I will be surprised if he does. The final decision is Abby's, so she will decide if she wants us to be together. I would love to continue dating her and see how long we can survive. I mean, I have never dated anyone before. Also, I like her. My girlfriend is not like the other girls. She knows how to play my games. She's a good listener as well. Abby and Sam have similar personalities. Probably that's why I like her so much. My brother can't be here all the time, but she is. Honestly, he is the only person I want my girlfriend to meet. I know he won't criticize her. I can let my parents meet her, but we already have a complicated relationship. I don't want them to hate her. Probably they won't, but she doesn't need to see my everyday life at home. Not yet. Of course, I will do it one day. I don't know when, but I can't keep her away from this. After all, she will ask me about that. I hope things between my parents and me will be good when this day comes.

Currently, I have Biology. The only thing on my mind is this dinner. I don't know why I am so nervous, but I am. It might end well, but I don't believe it. At least Abby will be with me. I don't want to be alone in the same room with her dad. I'm far away from the perfect candidate. Also, I have no idea what his requirements are. He might want something from me. I don't know what to do to prove I'm good enough. Abby and I have been playing for a year with each other. I mean, she knows what I am like.

After this class, I walked to the hall. I want to make an excuse for tonight, but it will only prove to mister Lee that I am the worst option for his daughter. I will look at it from the positive side. Well, when I find one. I am freaking out, but I have no choice. I will do this for her. Abby deserves this. Soon, she came with a smile. Somehow, I managed to return it. She stepped close and kissed me. That will always feel good. Right now, it's not helping me.

- Will you stop being nervous? Dad doesn't bite. - Abby said, chuckling

- Yes, but he won't like me. That means we are over. Also, arguing with him is not something I want you to do.

- Relax. Nothing of this will happen. Even if it does, I will always fight for you. - she said and kissed my cheek

- That's the problem. You doing it is not something I want.

- Hey, that is my decision. I'm not a little kid anymore. I'm old enough to choose what I want to do and who I want to date.

- Say this to your dad, not to me.

- I will do it, but please come home on time. Otherwise, that will be a big red flag.

- Don't worry. I will be here. You can call me at 6 pm.

- That is on my to-do list.

- Great. Let's go to class now.

On the lunch break, Abby and I went for food. I was mostly playing than eating. I'm not in the mood for that. Well, I have to eat something. I don't want to be hungry for dinner.

After school, I walked home. I offered Abby to come with me, but she denied it. My parents are not at home today. That means I can chill. It's not like I will do it. All I can think about is this dinner. I want to look good in mister Lee's eyes, but failure is written all over my face. I don't know what to do. Maybe a nap can help me. Well, if I manage to fall asleep. I put an alarm for 5:30 pm. After all, I have to arrive at Abby's house on time.

My alarm did the job, and I woke up. I went for a shower. It's not like I smell bad, but I should look as good as possible. Also, I have to be myself. That is very hard. When I walked out of the bathroom, I changed myself and went to put my clothes in the washing machine. I came back and saw a missed call from Abby. I called her and told her that I was getting ready. At 6:30 pm, I walked out of the house. At 7 pm, I was in front of her door. I knocked, and she opened it.

- Hey, you are here. Come in.

- Hi, Abby.

- Dad, he is here.

- 7 pm. Good. What is your name, boy?

- I am Luke, sir.

- Sit down.

- Ok, no problem.

- No. You will sit next to me.

- Dad.

- Abby, not now. Boy, sit down.

- Yes, sir. - I said and did it

- Hello. I am Merry.

- Hi, miss Lee. I am Luke.

- We'll start with the salad.

- You need to come more often. I have never seen my mom cooking so much. - Abby said, chuckling

- We don't have guests every day. - miss Lee said

- You can eat. - Abby whispered

- Yeah, sorry. - I said, and she put her hand on my knee

I am a nervous wreck right now. Mister Lee didn't say anything. Well, I'm already scared. I need to calm down. Otherwise, he might think something about me.

- How did you and Abby meet? - mister Lee asked

- We go to the same school, sir.

- How are you doing there? Do you have good grades?

- Ok, I will be honest with you. I am not a perfect student, but that's because I don't want to be. I have an older brother who is a doctor. My parents always compare me with him because he is successful. I have my way of dealing with things, but they don't appreciate that. That's why we always argue. I got used to being a disappointment to them. My brother will always be the best.

- Honestly is a good thing. Now tell me one thing.

- What is it?

- Why do you think you are good enough for my daughter?

- I never said that.

- So you agree that you can't do anything for her.

- I might not be perfect, but you aren't either. Perfect people don't exist. What I know is that I want to keep her close as long as possible. I don't care if you like me because the final decision belongs to Abby. She will date me, not you. I was terrified to come here because I knew how things would end.

- At least I don't have to say the obvious. You already know it.

- No, you can say it. Let your daughter know what you think about me.

- Ok, then. I think that you aren't capable of taking care of her. You can't keep her safe. Neither will love her the way she deserves. Boy, you are a teenager. You have no idea what life is. I suggest you stay away from her before you break her heart. Otherwise, I will join the game, and you won't like it. Understood?

- Dad! That's not fair.

- Abby, I'm not talking to you.

- But he is my boyfriend.

- No, he was. You will break up with him if you don't want to be grounded.

- Don't you think that's too much? - miss Lee asked

- The final decision is mine. I'm not a little kid anymore. You can't keep telling me how to live my life.

- But I know what is best for you. Look at him. This boy can't offer you anything.

- You don't know him.

- Neither do you. He is transparent, and you are blind.

- If I bring you a prince, will you be happy, or the boy won't be good enough too?

- First, I have to meet him.

- Why do you have to be like that? Did you know how much effort it take him to come here and talk with you?

- Maybe, but I took my decision. The choice is yours.

- That's right. I choose to be grounded.

- You know, that way, you won't see him at all.

- That's what you think. I will do everything possible to do it.

- Abby, I don't want to argue with you.

- Luke, will you help me in the kitchen? - miss Lee asked

- Yeah, sure.

- Thank you.

Both with miss Lee walked into the kitchen. She pulled out plates and started putting the main meal. When she was ready, she looked at me. I guess he doesn't like me as well.

- Look, don't mind my husband. He wants something, but I don't know what. He doesn't want to tell me.

- It's ok. I was sure he wouldn't like me. I'm not perfect. Neither can give something better to your daughter.

- I'm sure you are a good boy since she liked you.

- The story is different, but I won't talk now.

- Let's go back to the table.

- Let me help you.

- Oh, no need to do it. I called you so we could talk. That's it.

- Ok, then.

- If you feel uncomfortable, you can sit next to me.

- I'm fine. Things can't get worse.

- Never say that. You don't know what can happen.

- Understood.

Miss Lee and I went back to the table. Abby was gone. I want to go and find her. The thing is that I'm not sure if I have to do it. It's better if I don't do anything. Otherwise, things might get worse.

- Where is Abby? - miss Lee asked

- In her room.

- Why?

- She is mad at me.

- Go and apologize to her right now.

- I am a parent, and she has to understand that.

- She is a teenager and has to experience things.

- Yes, but with the right people.

- The boy didn't do anything. He can barely say his name, thanks to you.

- I didn't do anything.

- Except for ruining the dinner, yes. You didn't do anything.

- I think it's better if I go home. - I said

- You didn't even try my dessert.

- Thanks, miss Lee, but as I see, I'm not wanted here.

- Won't you at least talk with Abby?

- I don't know what to tell her. - I said and got up

- You can't leave like that.

- Mister Lee. You might not like me, but I don't care. Even if you ground Abby, I will always find a way to see her. You can't do anything about that. If you want to keep arguing with your daughter, please continue doing the same. - I said and left

I walked out of the house and texted Abby. Not talking with her was rude. Right now, I don't want to do it. I texted her that we would talk tomorrow. I should go home, but my parents might be there. I don't want to talk with them right now. In that case, there is one place where I can go. I walked to the lake and sat down. I was lost in my thoughts when someone snuggled. I looked up to see Abby. What is she doing here? I kissed the top of her head and hugged her.

- Hey.

- Hi.

- What are you doing here? Also, how did you find me?

- It's not that hard. I know you won't go home now.

- You know me way too well. Why did you leave the dinner?

- Because I was mad at my dad for how he treated you. He can't do whatever he wants with me. I'm not a puppet on a string.

- Look, he wants you to be happy.

- But I am happy with you.

- I think he wants someone more mature for you.

- I am only eighteen now. I don't need a mature boyfriend. Only someone who will be with me whenever I need him.

- Maybe, but I think he wants you to stay with this person for a long time. I mean, he doesn't want you to be heartbroken.

- Who cares? Life is mine. I am so staying with you. I don't care what he thinks about you.

- Are you grounded?

- I don't know. Even if I am, I will still go out with you.

- Don't worry. I won't let him do anything to us. I will fight.

- Thanks, but you don't have to do it. He can't do anything to me. Mom has my side.

- She is a nice woman.

- Did she like you?

- I don't know. She wasn't mad at me or anything else.

- That is the best news so far.

- Don't be mad at him. You two need to talk without arguing.

- I don't know if that is possible. He doesn't like my choice.

- But you do. You are the one dating me, not him.

- I won't think about this now. My mood is already ruined. I don't want to make it worse.

- To understand that I'm not welcome at your house.

- You are, but it's better to come when my dad is not home.

- In that case, why should I come? He might decide to be there for the next couple of days.

- Hell, no. I don't want to be a prisoner.

- I don't think he will do that. He is mad at me, not you.

- No, he doesn't like you. I don't think he is mad.

- It doesn't matter. I'm glad that you are here.

- Can we stay here for the night?

- Look, I don't want to sleep outside.

- Ok, but you will send me home.

- Deal.

- Good.

- I love you.

- I love you too.

Both Abby and I stayed at the lake for a while. Later, I took her home. Mister Lee probably won't be happy, but I don't care. He can't control his daughter all the time. I mean what I have said. I will fight for her. Her dad can't tell me anything. He can't keep me away from her. Maybe I won't go to his house, but I will see Abby. After all, we go to school together. I will find a way to spend time with her, even if this costs me much. There is no way that I will give up on her. We have been dating only for a month, but she means a lot to me. I hope that with time, all the problems will be gone. I don't want to lose her.