14 Chapter 14: Simple and Peaceful

Time really flies fast. It's our exam week now. It's been ten days since the incident in our house. Ten days had passed but I still remember what happened after that...

Within those days, I was focused on studying and reviewing, my siblings often go home too. Tho, we don't talk that much, because I was just busy studying for the exams. Also, I always make time to write something on the notebook that Kale gave me. To be honest, the things that I wrote is more than what I expected. The weird dreams didn't give me a break as well.

My brother and I talked, he apologized for his behavior.

"I'm sorry, Nali. I just..." he lower down his head because I was quiet since I go down to get some food. "I just got carried away."

I nodded. Not giving him a single glance.

"Seeing you with a guy, horrified me. I don't think I'll be ready if ever I see you with a guy. I don't like the idea. I hate it," he explained.

"Okay, let's forget about it. It doesn't matter now," I sparingly said.

"Really? Are we good now?" his face lit up after hearing what I said, making him more handsome.

Yeah, we are good. What good would it bring if I hold grudge against someone?

"I already forgive you, even if you didn't say sorry ," I smiled at him gently.

I just want a simple and peaceful life so as much as possible, holding a grudge on someone won't do me any good. Whether they asked for forgiveness or not, I'll forgive them. Because that's the only way I'll have my peace.

A deafening silence envelop us.

Minutes later he said something, "If I were the one who will decide, you are not allowed to have a boyfriend until you are forty years old," he seriously said.

I laugh so hard with his exaggeration. He laugh as well, then told me that he is dead-ass serious about it.

Yeah, we're really good now.

After talking to kuya Ryle, Pops called me. We talked about what happened.

"Poppet, I'm sorry I doubted you," Pops' tone is so weak.

"It's okay, Pops. I got carried away with my emotions," I smiled at him sincerely.

He hold my hand softly then look right into my eyes, "I know. Forgive me, Nali. I'm sorry for everything..."

I hugged him because I felt the hot tears brimming on the side of my eyes.

"That guy, Kaly... He seems nice," he said. My brow shot up.

Wow. I wonder what that guy told my Pops. Did he brainwash Pops? No!

"Time is up! Pass your papers now," I heard my teacher's loud voice.

Some of my classmates muttered some curses. Some are writing whatever answers they can think of for the questions they skipped.

I remained calm and compose since I am one of those who finish the exam a while ago, same with Aly and Noe.

Lunch time. I fetch my phone only to see a message.

Kale:

Aling Cely's. Wait for me there, I will be late for a few minutes.

I typed "Okay" and then get my bag.

"Nali, you going with Kaly?" Noe asked while putting the pen on her bag.

"Yeah. You guys can join us."

They refuse to join since they need to go to the library for some reviewing.

The ride I had is not that long. When I saw that no one is sitting on our usual spot, I immediately go there then order my lunch and for Kale too. It's my turn to treat him. Somehow, it became our habit. We would pay for each other's lunch, alternately to be fair.

Despite the hectic schedule and many reviewing that are need to be done, we still eat lunch here. He helped me on my reviewers too. Most of the time, here, sometimes, on the hospital's rooftop.

There's one time he's playing his guitar after helping me review my lessons, I got swayed with how good he plays, the next thing I knew, I sang in front of him. The moment I opened my eyes, his face was the first thing I saw. His reaction was priceless.

Come to think of it, he's helping me all the time. How 'bout me? Am I helping him? I want to help him too, to return the favor, but I don't know how. Maybe I'll just ask him later.

"Enjoy your meal ma'am," I thanked the waitress after giving her a smile.

The food is already here, I looked outside. Hoping that I will see Kale.

I looked at my phone, it is still early.

I decided to wait for him so we can eat together.

Right! My gray notebook is inside my bag. After taking it out, I wrote some things that I can think of in every category. Then, I flipped to the last page.

Inara Araceli's dreams.

1. To live a simple life. No complications.

I want to write my dreams here.

Almost a month had passed since Kale and I became friends. The deal we had before, it's in effect now. Slowly, I am improving. He really does help me. A lot. I don't overthink as much as I did before, I got some sleeps without worrying what tomorrow might bring. Also, my confidence rise, I'm learning how to socialize, how to make friends.

About my feelings... I set it aside, I don't want to complicate things.

My chains are slowly breaking. That's what matters the most.

"To live a simple life. No complications," I was surprised when I heard Kale's familiar voice.

When I looked up, he's looking down at my notebook.

"Hey!" scolding him. "What a rude guy. Invading someone's privacy," I murmured.

He just shrugged and go to his seat. We started eating.

My eyes flew to him when I remembered what happened when Pops and I talked. I forgot to asked him what happened the second I left after saying those things.

Asking him is my only option now, since Ate and I didn't talk much because of our busy schedule.

"Nothing much. Your brother and I talked," he answered when I asked him about it.

"I talk to your Pops too," he said, looking at me.

"What did you talk about?"

"You," my heart is throbbing fast.

"What about me?" I raised my brow at him.

"Nothing in particular. Just forget about it," nod was the only response I made.

"Oh right..." my attention is back at him. He's looking at me seriously. It's like those brown eyes are slowly piercing through my soul.

"Before I forget..." he cliff hang. Kale put his elbow on top of the table.

"What?" I impatiently inquired.

"Hate to break it to you..."

'Jerk! Just say it! My hand is all sweaty already!' I restrain my self from shouting those words.

"But, you can't live a simple and peaceful life while being involved with me," and my sanity left me. If I was standing right now, my knees would totally buckle.

"You can't live such wonderful life if you are friends with a complicated person like me, Poppet," he smirked.

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