& The Reason Is You

He pulled away gently from the kiss and then smiled, as if it was the most normal thing to do. I could see him blushing which actually made me dumbfounded because never in my life I’ve seen a blushing Mike. And this time, I was actually the one who made him blush. Well, was I the one? I wasn’t certain but one thing for sure, he was acting all girly-like. I blinked.

He bit his lower lip while rubbing the back of his neck and slowly, he said, “Well, bye Tone,” and then he hurriedly ran away. I watched him as he ran. He must’ve known that I was staring because he turned around and waved. After that he proceeded to run.

I turned around, replaying back everything that had happened. I wasn’t sure what was that kiss for – No, I really didn’t understand why he KISSED ME. I blinked again before touching my lips. My lips curved into a smile and believe it or not, I actually giggled. I felt all giddy and there were butterflies flying inside my stomach.

I went inside my house skipping like Goldilocks. My happiness died in 2 seconds after I entered. Val was there and from the look of her face, I knew she saw everything.

She was burning in anger – her face was red and she pursed her lips tightly. Her eyes were watery. I didn’t know what to say, my mouth was wide open as my brain was searching for words to say but nothing came out.

“Val,” I began but she didn’t give me any chance to explain because she ran upstairs. “Val! Wait!!” I yelled but all I can hear was the sound of her slamming the door of her room.
I fucked up again just when I thought everything was okay.

I spent my time in my room, listening to music and read books. I didn’t eat dinner or watch TV because I didn’t dare to step outside of my room. I was scared for two reasons a) I didn’t want to see the look on Val’s face when she sees me b) my mom – did Val told my mom? If she did, I would be dead.

But apparently, mom found out because around 11 PM, she actually banged on my door. I was surprised and scared but I opened the door nonetheless.

It was my mom and she was angry. “Tony!” she screamed. I flinched.

I didn’t know where Val came from but she immediately ran to my mother, telling her not to do anything. Looking at the both of them, my eyes were starting to get teary because that was when I realized I was never a part of this family. I was just an extra – just like a bodyguard.
“Don’t do it, mom. It’s not Tony’s fault!”

“Then whose fault is it? Is it yours?!” she screamed at Val. Then she turned to me, “You filthy child. Did you kiss that boy? Are you trying to embarrass me in front of our neighbors?!”
“W- what? I d-don’t know what you’re talking about.”

“Are you fucking kidding me, Tony Perry? You should stay away from that boy. Stay the fuck away from him or I’ll make you,” she pressed every word she said and pointed her finger at me. By that time, Val was crying. I wasn’t sure why. Probably because she had never been in a fight or never seen me and mom fight.

“Mom, stop!” she begged.

“Why?” I managed to ask. “Was it because I am as disgusting as your husband?” Only god knows how hard it was for me to give a comeback.

“And just now you realized it?” she scoffed.

“I—”

“Tony! Mom! Stop!!”

My mom took a deep breath while I wiped the tears that were forming on my eyes. She gave me a smile and then said with her soft voice, “Why don’t you get out of this house? Unless you’re willing to leave that boy, you can stay. I can’t stand having you around while kissing some other guy’s dick. I don’t need that here. I’m done with this. Now, son, promise me you’ll leave Mike.”
That was the most stupid promise ever. As if I wanted to. I wouldn’t want to.

“Mom!!” Val yelled.

“Okay, fine, I’ll leave,” And that was probably the most stupid decision ever to be made in the human history.

Val’s eyes widened, she was shocked. “No, no, no, Tony. You’re kidding right? Don’t leave. We’ll get over this,” she assured, her tears won’t stop flowing as she hold my arms, “It’s going to be okay tomorrow. I’m your little sister, right? You won’t do this to me, right?”

“I’m sorry Val.”

“And now you’re choosing your family over some guy? That guy is just your high school crush, Tony! Tony Perry, you’re so messed up—”

Before my mom could even continue to mock me, I screamed. “I’m not choosing him over you guys! Even if I do, that’s even better because what’s a family? Are we even a family? YOU and VAL are a family and I’m just some stupid loser hanging around your house. You fucking treat me like nothing, mom! It’s always Val, Val, Val, Val and Val! Is it because I remind you of dad? Is that why? At least you can pretend that you love me but no. You didn’t even pretend because you really don’t love me. I’m sick of this.”

My mom stared at me. Val sobbed as she shook her head. “No, no, no, Tony. I love you and mom loves you too. I fucking love you.”

“I’m sorry.”

And with that I ran towards the stairs, wiping my tears and trying not to cry. As I walked up to the door I could hear Val calling my name, her voice cracked as she did. She told me to stop but I didn’t. The last thing I heard was Val screaming for me to stop and that she was sorry.

I didn’t know where to go. But I knew I didn’t want to go back.

Notes

hi lovelies! here’s chapter 22. sorry for the long wait, i know im such a terrible writer. honestly i’ve done this chapter like a few months ago but i couldnt post it because of the shitty internet connection.

i also had a hard time writing as my exam is getting near and i really need to focus. i’m very sorry if you’re disappointed in the short update but when the exam is over i will promise to update regularly (that is if it isnt completed yet)

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