Fixing the broken bad boy

Chapter five - Going home

Alexia's POV:

I hate this boy. He is so arrogant and naive. I'm glad that I will go home soon. Let's hope that I won't see him ever again. First, he made me drunk at one party. Second, he somehow made me drink another cup of alcohol in a bar. I don't know what is wrong with this boy, but he is not ok. I admit I didn't tell Macy about the second time I met him. Technically, he dragged me into this bar. I don't know what is going on with him. One second he is angry and forcing me to do things. In the next one, he wants me to go home. It's visible that he has problems. This boy has no right to treat people like that, especially girls. Three days ago, Macy went to another party. This time I denied it. I watched movies with my aunt and uncle. To be honest, I have watched only one. I wanted to leave them alone. They deserve to spend some time together. I spent the whole night in my room. Mom and dad called me to check how I was. I didn't tell them anything about the party and the boy. Also, I don't even know his name. We have never presented each other. Maybe that is better. I don't want to know anything about him. That won't change the fact that he got me drunk. I know it's my fault, but I will still blame him. All I wanted was to have a nice summer vacation. Well, it was nice, but only in the beginning. Since this boy appeared, it got ruined. I don't want to see him ever again. He has no idea how to treat one girl right. This boy will be out of my life for good.

Currently, I am folding my clothes. Today I have to go home. I won't lie that I have been waiting for this day for the last two weeks. I got used to spending a lot of time with my parents. I made a list of everything which I have brought here. In case I forget something. It's not like I put many things in my suitcase. After all, I was here only for two months. I would love to stay here, but this is not my place. I feel like I am the odd one.

When I was ready with everything, I walked downstairs for breakfast. It was still early, but my flight was at 1 pm. I need to be at the airport two hours earlier. My uncle said that he would drive me. I know Macy will be upset, but I have to go home. Soon I will start school. Well, I can call her every day. It won't be the same, but it's better than nothing. I'm sure that she will be fine. After all, most of the time, I am not here.

- Macy, are you mad at me?

- No. Do you have to leave?

- Yes, I do. School starts after two weeks. I can't stay here.

- You can move here.

- Thanks, but I don't want to. I like my school.

- Fine. I will call you every day.

- No problem. I will answer you when I can. I mean after school.

- I will miss you. - my cousin said and hugged me

- You will be fine.

- It won't be the same.

- Then find a boy who will occupy you. - I whispered

- It's not that easy.

- Well, I don't know what to tell you then. The town is big enough. I'm sure that you will find your prince.

- I hope so. Sad to say, I feel that you will do it before me.

- I don't think so. Most of the boys in my school are my friends. Well, we talk mostly there, but we keep it friendly. Said simply, no one has caught my eye.

- Maybe you will meet someone new.

- Don't be so sure. I'm not looking for a boyfriend right now.

- I'm just saying.

- You have better chances of finding a boyfriend.

- Only if I let her. - my uncle said

- Dad! I'm eighteen.

- But you are still little for me.

- According to you, I will never grow up.

- True. It's not like Alexia's father is not the same.

- Yes, he is. - I said, chuckling

- See.

- I wonder how grandpa let you date mom. - Macy said

- It wasn't easy, but somehow I convinced him.

- Let's eat now.

After breakfast, all of us went to the airport. It was 10:45 am. My uncle, aunt, and cousin waited until someone called all the passengers for my flight. I feel bad for leaving them, but I want to go home. Maybe I can come here during one of my vacations. It won't be the winter one, for sure. Probably the spring one. The weather will be nice, and we can walk around the town.

- I have to go.

- Can I come with you? - Macy asked

- You don't have a ticket.

- So?

- Honey, you can't go with her. - my aunt said

- Fine. Call me when you go home, ok?

- Sure. Now I want a hug.

I hugged everyone and went to check myself. I left my suitcase. That was my summer vacation. I bought some snacks and went to the waiting room. There is an hour and a half until my flight. I have no idea why people make us come two hours before our flight. Most of the time, you are waiting. I was eating my Oreos when I saw someone. You have to be kidding me. Why is he here? Let's hope that he won't see me. Well, this room is for all flights. Soon he looked up, and we made eye contact. I guess that he was surprised to see me too.

I was about to eat my last cookie when someone took it from my hand. I looked up and saw the boy. He is playing on my nerves. One day he will learn his lesson.

- What do you want from me?

- From you, I don't want anything.

- Then why are you here?

- I wanted a cookie.

- And you couldn't buy yourself?

- Why do I have to pay when I can have them for free?

- I hate you.

- I love myself too.

- Are you stalking me?

- No. I don't go to the same girl twice.

- This is your third time.

- But I didn't do anything to you. I mean that I don't make out with the same girl.

- Then what do you do if she comes again?

- I push her away.

- Is it that simple?

- Well, they don't like that. It's not like I care.

- You are heartless.

- I know. Life taught me this way.

- What do you mean?

- Not everything is gardens and roses.

- I don't understand.

- Like that is better. You don't need to know everything.

- Then don't tell me anything.

- I'm trying.

- You are not doing a great job at this.

- Maybe, but who cares? Our paths won't cross again.

- I hope so.

- You are a stubborn girl.

- Thanks for the compliment, sweetie.

- Don't steal my words.

- I can do whatever I want.

- No, you can't.

- Said the guy who is doing that.

- I hate you.

- I love myself too. - I said, and he laughed

- At least you learned something from me.

- Thanks for the conversation, but my flight is coming. I have to go. Bye, and I hope that I will never see you again.

- Me too. Bye, sweetie.

He can be ordinary, but I guess he doesn't want to. It's not my business. I got on the plane. It took me five minutes to find my seat. Next to me was one little girl. Her parents are probably here. She smiled at me, and I returned it.

- Hi, I am Alice.

- Hi, Alice. I am Alexia.

- Your name starts with A too.

- Yes, it does.

- Can you read?

- Yes, I can. Why?

- I want you to read me the story of Cinderella.

- But I don't have the book.

- I have it. Here.

- Alice, I told you not to leave people alone. I'm so sorry about her. - Alice's mom said

- It's ok. I have no problem reading the story.

- See. Thank you. - the little girl said, smiling

- You're welcome.

In the middle of the story, Alice was asleep. I gave the took back to her parents. They said that this was her favorite story. I won't lie that it's a nice story. The problem is that, nowadays, boys care about appearance more than what's inside. There are not many boys for who this is not that important. It's like the way one girl looks speaks for her character. That's why I am single. I want to find someone who will like me the way I am. It's not impossible, but maybe I have to wait until I go to university. Let's hope that the boys there will be more mature.

After two hours, the plane landed. I took my suitcase and went to search for my parents. Mom and dad said that they would wait for me at the airport. I can't wait to see them. Call me a little kid, but I ran up to them.

- Someone has missed us. - mom said

- A lot. Can we go home? Please.

- Sure. I will make your favorite dinner.

- Really? I should go out more often. - I said, and she laughed

- I am here too.

- Hi, dad. I love you so much.

- I love you too.

- Let's go home now.

When we went home, I noticed some changes. Mom loves to redecorate our living room. I think that she chose the wrong career. She would be better as an interior designer. I didn't say anything and went to leave the suitcase in my room. I have missed being at home. Dad followed me.

- Is my room clean?

- Yes, why?

- Because it was a mess when I left. - I said, chuckling

- Well, I decided to clean it for you.

- Thanks, but there was no need to do it.

- Don't think that I will always do it.

- I know. That is my responsibility.

- I'm glad to hear that.

- I smell something delicious.

- Should we visit your mom?

- We have to do it.

Both of us carefully walked to the kitchen. Mom got lost in her own world. She always does this when she is cooking. I don't know what she has been thinking about, but it takes all her attention. I wrapped my hands around her, and she flinched. I didn't mean to scare her, but her reaction was fun. At least for dad.

- One day, I will have a heart attack from you.

- No, you won't. I will be there to save you.

- Did something happen during the summer?

- Why are you asking?

- Because you are so good and loveable.

- Well, I haven't seen you the whole summer. I can go to Macy's if you don't want me to be here.

- No, no. You don't have to do that.

- Mom.

- Yes, honey.

- I love you, and dad too.

- I love you too.

- Let's eat now. - dad said

- I won't deny some food. - I said, and my parents laughed

The rest of the night I spent with my parents. I would gladly sleep with them if I were a little girl. I'm happy to have parents like them. Not all kids have the same. That's why I love them so much. They are my life saviors. I have never hidden anything from them. Well, except for the party and that boy. They don't need to know that I got drunk. I'm sure that they won't like it. Especially mom. Let's say that she is a bit more sensitive. I don't want to hurt her. That's why I am careful with her. Dad doesn't mind me doing whatever I want. Well, as long as I am careful. I love my parents so much.