OUR JOURNEY

ONE STEP AT A TIME.

CHAPTER 4

CHLOE'S POV:

I ran out of the house when I heard my dad shouting. Whatever made him to raise his voice must be really serious because my dad is really a calm person or maybe just to us. I came out to see him shouting at the handsome guy I saw earlier and I felt bad.

" Dad, what's wrong?

" He kept his things on my pit and you know how I don't like anything being kept there " I understand my dad's anger because that pit he spoke of has fallen twice and cost a lot to have it repaired so I don't blame him getting angry over that. But others that didn't know that will think my dad was overreacting.

" Sorry sir, I didn't know I wasn't allowed to do that I will have it removed immediately " and he's nice too not just handsome. Some people would have started exchanging words but I'm glad this isn't one of those times.

" It's fine. Just don't keep things there. Let your friend that have been living here show you where to keep those things " my dad said while going inside and I followed suit immediately. I served the lunch I prepared then went to my room to ask my friend about assignments and what was done in school. I will be going to be a senior next year so I needed to be serious. she replied saying she will text it later either today or tomorrow. I kept my phone and continued watching my movie.

" How are you feeling now? " Dad asked while standing in my doorway.

" I'm better than I was in the morning. " I smiled to reassure him. My dad is like a girl that is so insecure that she needs reassurance everyday.

" if you say so. Your mum will be home soon so I should go get some rest. "

Dad went upstairs and I also decided to have some rest. Mum came back one hour later with some snacks and it made me remember when I was younger in elementary school. my dad will pick me up with my brother and take us out to get popcorn and ice cream. He always does that anytime he picked us up and when we get home he would make us something very delicious for us to eat. I miss those days. But I know the days ahead will be better. I sat down with mum and ate the snacks she bought. I went to my room and thought of my handsome neighbor. I slept and dreamt of how his lips would feel like on mine and it was amazing.

I woke the next day stronger than the day before. I went straight to the kitchen to do the dishes and other chores. As I was about to do the dishes I remembered the thing with the water and that I have to go fetch water from the tap and that meant seeing him. I picked up my bucket and started walking towards the tap. And as I passed his door I heard some funny noises but I wasn't stupid not to know what was going on in there. I got angry immediately and walked faster to the tap. As soon as I locked the tap and was about to lift my bucket he walked out all sweaty. I eyed him and hurriedly walked pass him. But then why was I angry? it wasn't like we were together or that he liked me so why was I angry? I opened my door and went inside and saw my mum already making breakfast.

" Good morning Mama " I greeted while walking to the sink to wash the dishes.

" Morning dear, how was your night " right my night. I just remembered the dream I had about him last night.

" it was good, I slept well " she nodded then went back to her cooking. After washing I went to my room to shower before breakfast would be ready. After showering I wore my short black gown and went to the kitchen to get my food. I helped mum set the table while she went to call dad. I served breakfast and was dishing mine when they came back.

" Can I eat in my room today? " I asked because I was in no mood for small talks I just want to be on my own.

" Why? Are you okay? " mum asked looking worried.

" I'm sure she's okay it might be all this teenager stuffs" Yes it is, I said in my head. why was I feeling this way about him. I just met him for Christ's sake. I have only felt like this for my childhood sweetheart and it took weeks from the first time we met. I wish I can explain it.

" Sweetie, are you still with us? "

" Yeah can I go now? "

" Yes " mum said

" She's been acting strange since she came back from the tap. " I heard mum saying as I went into my room and shut the door.

DEREK'S POV :

She just walked past me like she didn't see me which I doubt. I want to talk to her but I don't know how, don't get me wrong it isn't that I can't talk to girls it's just that she is different and besides my girlfriend is here. I don't know if I should still call her that after her betrayal but I will keep acting like I don't know what she did for now. I went back to the room and saw her still lying down there naked.

" Won't you dress up? " I asked feeling irritated.

" Why don't we go one more round " she said while trying to sound seductive.

" please put on something and go make breakfast " I don't have time for this. Does she think she can still make requests after sleeping with my friends? yes friends not one or two but three friends. And she's here thinking she still has a relationship to come back to after misbehaving? Women are so funny. She got up angrily and went to the kitchen to make food. I lay down and decided to watch a movie since it's a lazy Saturday. I was half way through the movie when she brought the food. I digged in because I was so hungry and immediately someone knocked on the door. She opened the door and it was my mum. And note my mum and siblings doesn't like her and they don't even know what she did yet.

" Derek? I didn't know you are married oo " she jokely said.

" And who told you that I am? "

" It's just that you always make sure I meet all your girlfriends but i haven't seen this one before or she does not want to see me? " I always did that because I want all of the to know my mum and try to be friends with her and not for my mum to think highly of it and besides I already lost interest in this one so I don't want her anywhere close to my family.

" Well you have seen her now "

" So what is your name? " My mum asked her despite knowing it already.

" I'm Juliet ma " I zoned out when mum started asking her where she was from.

Mum left immediately after talking with her. And I laid back down to continue my movie when she blocked my view.

" And what is this supposed to mean? " I asked sitting up.

" Why didn't you tell your mum that I have been asking to meet her but it's you who does not want it? "

" Because it is not important " why can't I have peace in the house I just parked into and want to enjoy.

" Not important? Am I not your woman? And should I not know your family and vice versa? " She was really getting me angry but I held it in.

" I didn't introduce you to them because I know how judgemental they can be. Besides you aren't like other girls I introduce them to. I was not serious with them " I saw her relax and then she smiled. I wanted to tell her but this isn't the right time.