Array
(
[text] =>

Chapter 33

Angelo's P.O.V

"Should Australia adopt the death penalty to punish people who committed a violent crime?"

That was my chosen topic for my Ethics' essay. I thought it was the easiest topic to do. Apparently, I was wrong. There I was freaking out big time because the criteria for the essay was complex and I did not expect it.

While doing my bloody essay, I also keep on looking at my phone for Daniel's message or call. The guy seemed distressed even though he doesn't tell me. I have been with him for only 5 months, but I already memorized the meaning of his movement, breathing, and his reactions.

I was about to look at my phone for the 100th time when it rang. I excitedly picked the phone up and answered it without even looking at the screen.

"About time to call me, Mr. Bradley." I said.

I heard a woman's giggle before someone spoke through the other line. "Wrong person boo. Since when your precious man and my name were the same?"

I looked at my phone screen. I blushed from embarrassment when I saw Veronica's name. "Oh, I'm sorry. I thought you were Daniel. He hasn't called me yet since he drove me home earlier. I'm a bit worried now." I blurted.

"Don't worry. He's fine." Veronica answered.

I raised my right eyebrow in confusion. "How did you know he's fine?"

There was a scratching noise on the other line while I heard Veronica cursed silently.

"Oi Nica. How did you know? Where is Daniel?" I asked.

"I gonna go boo! BYE!" she hanged up on me.

I knew that there was something wrong with Daniel. He better not be cheating cause I will cut his balls off- and he know I will.

I am going to find it out as soon as tomorrow.

Next day.

My phone was ringing loudly as I came out of the shower. It was Daniel who was calling me, and it was the first time he contacted me again since yesterday.

I tap the answer button on the screen and held the phone on my ear. "Greetings my love!" he shrieked happily.

"Yeah, good morning too," I answered. My voice was not excited as much as he was. Actually, I feel annoyed about him not calling me or from not sending even a single text last night. Much worst was that I know there is something that's bugging him, but he won't tell me about it.

"Are you alright?" he asked. His tone was careful.

I sighed. "Yeah. I am. Just not in the mood for no reason."

"Okay. I'll pick up in 30 minutes, okay? I'm on my way now." He said cheerfully.

Actually, I i didn't know why I'm feeling off the mood and for some reason, I didn't want to see Daniel. "No." I blurted out a bit harsh. "Sorry. Sebastian is driving me to school today."

There was a long paused. "Are you sure you're okay, my love?" he asked worriedly.

"I am 100% sure. Are you?" I answered sarcastically. "I better get ready now. I'll see you in uni later. Bye."

I didn't even wait him to say 'bye'. I hung up right away. I actually felt guilty for doing that to Daniel. However, I hate being worried sick about the people I care and he knows it. Much worst is that he has no clue why am I being like this.

After a while, my phone buzzed. There was a message from Daniel. It read; 'Hey love. I don't know what I did, but I'm sorry. Please don't forget that I love you so much. See you in uni."

And that message calmed my hot head and irritated emotions towards him.

LUNCH BREAK

I was walking to the library when I saw Alex and Daniel talking in one of the study desks. They seemed like they were in a serious conversion. I sneak up behind them to surprise them both. Their back was turned on me, that's why they didn't notice me walking on their direction.

But I wasn't expecting what happened next. I wish I never heard it.

"Bro, how are you going to fix it? That is so complicated." Alex said. His voice was somehow frustrated.

"I know it is complicated. But I'll try to talk to her. I don't want it  to get more complicated than it is." Daniel answered. He brushed his hand on his blonde hair.

Alex sighed. "I wish you can bring back time and avoided her."

Her? Who are they talking about? Why would Daniel avoid her?

Daniel was writing something on his note while he answered Alex. "Just don't tell Angelo about this yet, as promised."

From that point, as soon as I heard my name, I knew that I am involved in whatever was going on.

I walked closely behind Alex and spoke. "So Alex, what is this thing that we shouldn't tell Angelo about?"

I couldn't see it, but I know Alex is smirking proudly. "Oh easy..."

Daniel turned towards my direction and looked at me surprised. He tried to warn Alex, but it was too late.

"We don't tell Angelo, that Chloe, the stupid mother of your son, is back!" Alex finished off proudly. He looked at Daniel's scared reaction. "Uhhh... What's the problem mate? Did I say something wrong?" he asked innocently.

Daniel looked at Alex with the same scared eyes. He slowly held Alex's face and turned it towards my direction.

Alex was shocked as much as Daniel was. He gulped and whispered 'shit!'.

I could feel my eyes was changing into pure black. I was really angry. I felt betrayed. Tears were forming in my eyes as I looked at Daniel.

"Since when? Why didn't you tell me?" I asked Daniel.

He was silent. Alex was the one who answered.

"Actually Angelo, we planned to tell it to you..." Alex tried to explain. He scratching the back of his neck. But I cut him off.

"Stop. Sit there and don't talk." I said. My eyes, as black as night, focused on Alex. Poor Alex whimpered in fear as he sat down quietly beside Daniel.

Daniel looked at me. "Angelo, Alex has nothing to do with this. He was just trying to help."

I turned to Alex. "Oh yeah, Thank you Alex for telling me what's going on." My focus went back to Daniel. "Happy now?"

Daniel sighed. He turned to Alex. "Alex, I'll take care of this. I'm sorry about it."

"Dan, I'm really sorry, I didn't mean to. I thought it was you who spoke." Alex apologized to Daniel sincerely.

Daniel tapped his best mate's shoulder. "It's all good. Don't worry about it. Let me just have a word with him alone. Okay?"

"Yeah. I'm sorry again."

Daniel smiled. "All good bud. I'll see you later."

Alex walked out from the library without even looking at me.

I was standing there in front of Daniel trying to calm myself. My tears were trying to escape my eyes, but I fought it hard. My heart was beating so fast.

Daniel walked towards me and tried to embrace me, but I stopped him. "Don't touch me."

He was taken aback. "Angelo, please. Let's talk about it. I can explain."

"There is nothing to explain Daniel. You betrayed me. You could have told me about it as soon as you knew it." I answered, my tears were falling freely from the eyes.

"Angelo...Please." Daniel pleaded.

"Leave me alone for a while Daniel. I might say something that I will regret."

Daniel's voice cracked and his eyes began to cloud with tears. "Please. Don't leave me."

I looked at his eyes. It was scared and hurt. "I am not leaving you. I just need to think."

I walked off, leaving Daniel alone.

"Sebastian..." I whispered.

Suddenly, Sebastian was walking on my side. "Take me home now." I ordered.

"Yes, sir."

While I was in my car, I called my mother. After the 3 rings, she picked up. I told her what just happened.

She advised me to cool down and rethink about the situation. She told me to never get overwhelmed by my emotions.

I stayed at my room the rest of the day. Veronica and Dianne kept on calling me, but I didn't answer any of it. Daniel was banging on my door for a good two-hour, pleading. He stopped when the police were called by the neighbor.

A thought came into my mind. What if Chloe wanted to build her family and I am the one who's making it impossible. Would it be selfish of me if I don't let go of Daniel? Is it right for Jared to grow up without a mother figure?

I didn't know what to do.

I just let myself swayed into a lonely sleep, leaving all the worries of the reality behind my dreams.

[text_hash] => 84cc6cae
)