Living With The Bad Boy

Aiden and I talked for a while before he left. I took a shower and changed into a more comfortable cloth as I exited the room, making my way to the kitchen. There was no point in being angry with my mum. She’s my mum and she’s bond to make terrible decisions that would hurt me. It doesn’t mean that she hates me.

I saw her standing in front of the counter with a bowl in her hand as she was busy mixing flour and a few other ingredients. She hadn’t noticed my presence as all her attention was in what she was doing.

“Hey mum” I called and that was when she turned around to face me. She was startled but recovered immediately and gave me a weak smile.

“Sweetie….”

“It’s okay mum, I know what you want to say already and I forgive you. I’m not happy about what you did but I really can’t stay angry with you all my life you know” I said without a single trace of emotion in my tone. I’m really finding it hard to not be mad at her right now.

“I know baby, I’m really sorry. Henceforth I won’t interfere in your relationship or whatever you wish to do with it.”She smiled at me.

“Thanks” I smiled back.

“Hey, that doesn’t mean you can bring home crazy ass dudes” She joked but I knew she was far from joking. She was damn hell serious.

“Okay granny” I teased while she rolled her eyes at me.

“What are you making?” I asked as my eyes travelled to the bowl on the counter.

“Doughnuts” She said much to my satisfaction.

“Oh my goodness, I’ve missed those!” I squeaked excitedly. My mom made the best Jam doughnuts.

“I know you have, I’m making it as a little apology present. I was planning on surprising you with it later on when I come to your room to ask for apology but now that’s ruined” She said with a smile.

“Well it doesn’t matter, now I’m here, let’s get baking!” I screamed like a nine year old.

“Come on, help me with the chopping board and rolling pin” She ordered and I did exactly as she said.

In no time, the snacks were ready and set on the dinning as I helped my mum serve them hot on the dinning. Few minutes later, my mum, my dad and I were all seated in the dinning while eating the delicious doughnuts. Courtesy of Mrs. Henderson.

After we were done eating, I helped my mom take out the used plates and tidy up the kitchen. We all watched a little movie before I made my way up to my bedroom. I lied down on the soft mattress as I took my phone off the bed side table. There were a few texts from an unknown number saying he’s Aiden. How did he even get my number? There were also a few apology texts from Hailey and three missed calls from Zoey.

Oh my goodness!

Zoey! I haven’t even called her since I arrived. I’m a total bitch. I’ve been so busy adjusting to my new life that I totally ditched my best friend. I checked for a missed call from Jane or even a text but there was none. Only Zoey called me. Well maybe Jane is busy or was probably with Zoey while she called. I ignored Aiden’s texts and Hailey’s texts as I immediately dialed Zoey. She picked up on the second ring and her high pitched melodious voice blared from the phone, almost deafening my ears.

“Olivia Henderson!” She squealed.

“Zoey White!” I mocked with the same tone.

“You fucking asshole, why didn’t you call me all this while, where was your phone, you haven’t even been online lately nor replied my texts on Insta” She complained.

“Ok okay, I’m sorry ma’am please forgive me. I’ve been so caught up with shit” I said in my defense.

“Shit that is more important than your best friend!” I could tell she was scowling right now.

“I’m sorry Zoey, I really am. It wasn’t my intention. I’ve been really busy and dealing with my bolted up emotions” I apologized.

“It’s okay, I forgive you” She said before adding “Speaking of emotions, how have you been faring”

“Terrible Zoe, terrible. Alex hasn’t called me all this while or even texted. I even sent him a voicemail which he probably hasn’t seen or possibly ignored” I said sadly.

“It’s okay Liv, you should just forget about Alex, he’s a mess” She told me.

“What do you mean by ‘He’s a mess’?” I questioned.

“He’s been doing shit lately, shit that you don’t even wanna hear about cause you’ll just get yourself hurt all over again” She informed me.

“How bad is the shit?” I curiously asked.© 2024 Nôv/el/Dram/a.Org.

“Bad enough to break your already broken heart” She said in an angry tone. She really does care for me. A lot.

“He’s gone back to his player ways hasn’t he?” I asked and waited for a reply which I didn’t get. “I’ll take your silence as an answer” I added.

“I’m sorry Liv” She said apologetically.

“You shouldn’t be, it isn’t your fault, it’s my fault that I stupidly fell in love with an asshole” I said angrily.

“You’ll get through this. You’re a strong girl. I know you will. Just forget about him okay?” She advised like the good friend she’s always been.

“Yeah thanks” I was assuring myself more than I did Zoey.

“So, how’s New York?” She changed the topic thankfully.

“Well, it’s been good lately. I met a few people. My childhood friend Hailey, Elsa the supposed girl that Aiden cheated with and also Aiden” I informed her.

“Wait, you mean you saw Aiden?” She exclaimed.

“Yep, I went over to his place to see his grandmother. I didn’t expect to see him there” I told her.

“Did you slap him?” She asked.

“Why would I do that?” I rolled my eyes even though she couldn’t see me.

“Whenever you see an unfaithful ex, Ensure you slap him tight in the face” She crazily said. Yup, she’s definitely the crazy one. And here I was thinking I was crazy.

“And where was it said that you go to someone’s house uninvited to visit their grandmother and then slap them?” I asked her.

“He does deserve a good slap” She said with a laugh.

“Did” I corrected.

“Pardon?”

“He did deserve a good slap when I misunderstood him but now that’s cleared” I told her.

“What exactly are you talking about?” She asked.

“It turns out Aiden never cheated on me, it was all a plan to get rid of me” I informed her.

“What do you mean by a plan to get rid of you?” She asked confusedly.

“My mum was behind everything” I informed her.

“What? I don’t quite understand you” She said.

“My mum planned the whole thing. Aiden never cheated” I said and told her everything, not missing a part of the story.

“What!” She squealed.

“That was exactly my expression when I found out the whole thing. I was beyond shocked” I said to her.

“This is unbelievable” She said in shock.

“Believe it honey” I chuckled lightly.

“Omg this is huge” She said.

“Well, the good thing is that I have my old friend Aiden back. At least there’s no longer room for hate” I told her.

“Yeah I’m happy for you girl, just be careful okay?” She advised.

“Yeah thanks baby” I grinned.

“Gotta go now, I’ll talk to you later okay?” She promised.

“Okay, take care” I smiled and ended the call. It felt good to be talk to her. I really did miss her. So much.

I dropped my phone gently on the night stand and switched off my lamp as I closed my eyes attempting to sleep, only to be woken up by  knock on the door. No wait it’s not on the door. It’s on my window!

I jumped in fear as I switched on my lamp and stood up. I walked towards my closet slowly and reached out for the first thing in sight. A hockey stick. I held it tightly as I walked on my tip toes slowly towards the window.

“W…. Who’s there” I stuttered as I was shaking in fear.

There was no reply. I wouldn’t blame the person. Or thief should I rather say. My voice was extremely low to only my hearing.

“Who’s there?” I said loudly.

“Liv” The familiar voice called and I immediately pulled the window open.

“Aiden?” I asked.

“Can I come in?”

[Short Chapter! The next chapter will compensate. Hey guys I’m really sorry that I haven’t updated for a while now. I’ve been too damn lazy and I’m sorry]