My sister's boyfriend

Chapter ten - Breaking up

Cole's POV:

The new university year will start soon. I'm still thinking about Eilina. We don't understand each other well. I'm not saying that it's her fault. Both of us have differences. She doesn't like it when I talk with other girls. I'm not a cheater. I can't understand why she is jealous all the time. I think she cares about popularity more than about me. That should hurt me, but it doesn't. I'm used to her games. Maybe it's time for me to move on from her. Ben kept telling me this for months. The thing is that I didn't want her to get mad at me. I know what she will think about that. There is another girl. Well, she will be wrong. I don't need to be with another girl to know we have problems. Honestly, I wonder why we started dating. I wanted to give her a chance, but maybe she didn't deserve it. I tried everything to make this relationship work. Nothing helped. My roommate said the fault wasn't mine. I don't think like that. It's not like she did much to keep things between us alive. I started texting her sister about a week ago. She told me to break up with Elina as well. I think it's time for me to do it. It's not healthy for both of us. Also, I'm sure she won't care that much. After all, I know her. This girl can't surprise me with anything. I want to have a girlfriend, but to be someone else. The couple should work on their relationship together. Otherwise, it won't work. I will think about this the next time I fall for someone. Now, I don't even know if I ever loved her. To like and love are different things. I found out this the hard way. I hope that I won't experience this again.

I plan to break up with Elina today. I'm not sure how she will react to this. Well, I have to do it. I waited too long for this. Also, she is not making any effort. Why should I keep trying? It's not worth it anymore. I want to have a long-lasting relationship, but not with her. It's visible that she doesn't care about me. Sometimes, I feel like I wasted my time with her. I could've been with someone else. Maybe that was for good. I believe that I will find the right girl.

Currently, I am in my room. I texted Zoe about my plan. She told me to be delicate. I need to explain things to Elina carefully. Otherwise, she will explode. It's not like I don't expect this to happen. I have no idea what to do with her. If I don't do it today, I will never do it. This should happen today. I waited for Ben to wake up. Maybe he can help me. At least he can tell me what to do. I will appreciate his help a lot.

- Good morning.

- Hey. Why are you up so early?

- I couldn't sleep.

- Elina?

- Yes.

- Oh, no. Today is the day.

- Yes, it is. I don't know how to do it.

- Calm down. She deserves it. Keep this in mind.

- I know, but I feel bad.

- No, no. You feel great. Today, your new life will start. You will be free from the devil.

- She wasn't that bad.

- Don't defend her, ok?

- Yes, sir.

- Good. Where will you do it?

- Here.

- Ok, so I will get ready and go out. If you want, I can stay.

- Thanks, but I have to do this alone.

- Everything will be fine. She is not the one for you. There is no need to fight for the impossible.

- I hope you are right. I don't want to make a mistake.

- Trust me. You won't.

- Thanks, man. I needed that.

- When I come back, I want you to tell me everything.

- I will text you when she leaves.

- Good.

Ben and I talked for a while. Then he walked out. I went for a shower. I might go out as well. I have nothing to do here. When I came from the bathroom, I saw Elina on my bed. I don't remember inviting her so early. Also, I told her many times to knock before she walked in. It's not like I could've heard her from the shower. She didn't look happy. I quickly got dressed and sat next to her. I smell problems.

- Hey, are you ok?

- Why are you texting Zoe?

- You went through my phone.

- No need to do it. A notification popped up. Won't you answer me? Why are you texting my sister?

- This is not your sister.

- As if there is another Zoe.

- Yes, there is. It's a girl from my class. She wanted to check if I had notes from one of our subjects.

- Then explain the text. It doesn't look like she wants only notes.

- Don't you think it's time for us to break up?

- What? What did you say?

- The truth. We never had a real relationship. I tried to give you a chance, but you keep acting up.

- Excuse me? I'm not the one texting other girls.

- We don't even spend proper time together. I always have to do only what you say. It's never about me.

- Ok, then. What do you want to do?

- To be with someone who will understand me. I mean, someone who won't be jealous all the time.

- So you are breaking up with me.

- Yes, I am.

- Fine. Be prepared. I'll make sure no girl will go out with you.

- I wonder how you will do it.

- Wait and see.

- What do you plan to do?

- I won't tell you.

- Why do you always have to blame someone else for your mistakes?

- Excuse me? I don't make mistakes.

- Yes, for sure.

- I'll give you one last chance. Are you sure you want to break up with me?

- I am. Hundred percent.

- Ok, then. Enjoy your life. I won't make it easy. - Elina said and left

You have to be kidding me. That is the worst break-up ever. Who the heck does she think she is? It's better if she doesn't know I have been texting her sister. Otherwise, the girl will have problems because of me. I won't let this happen. Now I don't know what to do. I am single, but I don't feel happy. I texted Ben that he could come back. I'm sure he will ask me many questions.

- I want all the details.

- There is not much to say.

- What do you mean? How did she react?

- Bad.

- She didn't like it, did she?

- Not at all. She said she wouldn't make my life easy.

- What is wrong with this girl?

- I don't know. I'm afraid that she might do something.

- What exactly?

- Image I talk with a girl. Elina might go after her.

- She has to be crazy to do that.

- What she is doing is not good.

- You rejected her. What else do you expect? We are talking about Elina. The popular devil. - he said, and I laughed

- So what now? I'm single, but I don't feel happy.

- Do what you like. For example, text Zoe.

- No, I think I need to stop this. I want to spend some time with no girls.

- Ok, but at least tell her everything between you and her sister is over. After all, you told her your plans.

- Maybe I will do it.

- Since you are officially single, we can go out without worrying. I can call Chloe and Annie.

- No, thanks. I want to stay here.

- Come on. Let's at least go for lunch.

- Ok, fine. Pick a quiet place.

- No worries.

- No girls.

- Fine. It will be only us.

- Thanks.

Ben and I walked out. He picked a small restaurant. I have no problem being around people, but I don't want to do it now. The only reason I went out was because of him. I will leave him alone for the afternoon. I'm not in the mood to do whatever it is. While we were eating, I texted Zoe.

Everything is over.

I bet she didn't like it.

No, she didn't.

I think you will start feeling better.

I hope so.

Are you ok? Your answers are short.

I will text you later, ok?

Will later ever come?

I don't know. Bye.

Ok, bye. I hope to hear from you soon.

Maybe.

After lunch, I went back to my dorm. Ben called Chloe and Annie for a walk. He is not dating any of them, but it doesn't mean they can't be friends. I think this is better in his case. Now, I have to figure out what I will do. That won't be easy. I'm not upset, but I don't want to do anything. Hopefully, Elina won't do anything. I can't have problems with her.

The rest of the afternoon I spent inside. Zoe texted me again. I didn't want to answer her. Well, she might think I was mad at her. Like that, we started texting. I should say that she is a funny girl. Maybe when she comes here, I can spend some time with her. That is a good and a bad idea at the same time. The biggest problem is her sister, Elina. I'm sure she won't like this at all. It's not like I care. We are not dating anymore. Also, I'm not hitting on her sister.

- Hey, roommate. How was your afternoon?

- It was good. I think yours too.

- Yes, it was. I had a perfect walk with two pretty girls.

- That's good. I think you should go out more often.

- Not only me. Now, you can start chasing girls.

- Why?

- Because you are single.

- Look, that is the last thing I want to do now.

- You are boring.

- Maybe. I will do it but after some time. For now, I prefer to stay away from girls.

- Are you sure?

- Yes, why?

- Because you have a message from Zoe. Won't you tell me what is going on between you and her?

- Nothing.

- Cole.

- It's the truth.

- You are a terrible liar.

- She texted me first, ok?

- You said you would distance yourself.

- If I don't answer, she will think I am mad at her.

- Excuses.

- It's true.

- Excuses!

- Ben, stop it!

- Tell her how you feel. I'm sure she will respond the same way.

- I won't say anything to anyone.

- You are wasting such a good chance.

- I don't care. We are not dating. That won't happen.

- Keep dreaming. Things will take a wild turn.

- I won't be so sure.

- Since I say it, that means it's true.

- Said the guy who never had a girlfriend.

- But now I have two.

- You are not dating any of them.

- So what? I still have more than you. At least mine are not crazy.

- Elina is not crazy.

- Cole, open your eyes. Stop being so good to people.

- I'm not.

- Yes, you are. That's why she was using you all the time.

- Ok, ok. That is not true.

- i***t. You are one big i***t.

Ben kept irritating me. After some time, I decided to go out. Sometimes, I can't stand him. I know he does this on purpose. The thing is that I don't know why. Sad to say, he is right about many things. I don't want to believe it. Otherwise, I will feel even worse. I went to the backyard of the campus. I saw Chloe sitting alone. She might need some company.

- Hello.

- Hey, Cole. I'm surprised to see you outside.

- Well, Ben irritated me.

- He is good at this.

- Why do you say it?

- Because he does it to us all the time. I understand.

- It's getting annoying.

- You know he doesn't mean to hurt you. This is one of his ways of communicating. - Chloe said, chuckling

- What a way?

- Everybody is different.

- You like him, don't you?

- Like a friend, yes, I do. I don't think I want a boyfriend now.

- Why?

- I don't know. I still don't feel ready for this. Also, I want to know if I have met the right person.

- You might have to wait for this.

- I don't mind. After all, I know it will be worth it.

- For sure, it will.

- I think you should start looking for the right person.

- I don't know if I want that.

- Think about it.

- I will.

I talked with Chloe for some time. It's visible that Ben is her favorite friend. Honestly, I don't mind at all. I'm glad they understand each other so well. He can't be only with me. I want to join their group. The thing is that I'm not sure if I have to do it. It's better if I find other friends. This is their group. Zoe can be my friend. I wish it had been only that. I need to stop texting her, but I can't. She understands me perfectly. No matter what I say, she will listen to me and say something that makes sense. Elina was not very good at this. I hope that my friendship with Zoe won't bring problems.