When the Lute is Broken, (Sweet Tones are Remembered not)
Summary: Tris and Four were dating when they were at college, but Four left Tris after he graduated, without telling her why. Five years later, Tris becomes a famous writer in the world. She hasn't seen him for five years and with the help of Christina, she is ready to move on. Yet fate crosses their paths of lives again. Never had Tris thought she would meet him in a ball. To her, it's unexpected; but to Four? Maybe it's not? (Part 1)
A/N: I don't own the Divergent trilogy! This is my first Divergent fanfic! So please be nice to me, but any constructive criticism is appreciated!
She stares at the dark sky through the half transparent purple curtain. Dim lights are reflecting on the building opposite, indicating a storm is about to come.
"What a day!" she silently thought. No longer being able to update her novel, Tris stands up from her chair; walks in front of the French window, looking down at the pavements. There're a bunch of people hurrying by, not willing to wasting a second in slowing down.
"They're just like some hardworking bees that desperately want to get their daily work done- inspiring, but stupid. They'll never get to experience the life, which is indeed the most necessary thing in our whole life journey." Tobias once said. Tobias… Even mentioning his name makes her heart ache. It's been a long time since she has met him. That night is exactly the last time she saw him. That night is also the day he broke her heart by breaking up with him without giving her a reason. He just dragged her aside, telling her they didn't work. He talked to her in a way more like giving an emotionless statement than a private conversation. She guesses that's the worst part of this frustrating mess. She doesn't understand how he could be so impassive even after all their three-year friendship, let alone the two years dating. Back then, Tris always felt content of her life: had a lot of friends, straight A, and a brave and handsome boyfriend. Mostly all the things you could dream about when you're in college, she had a fair share of them.
The funny thing is, life is always an unpredictable dream. It could ruin all the pure beauties in an instant, leaving you freezing, nailing yourself to the spot, watching them fading away as if they were only some illusions that exist in your mind; and at last, you would be stifled by the fact that you can't do much about it.
She somehow suspects his leaving has something to do with his father, but then again, why couldn't he just tell her? She knows how his father treats him. It's not a shame to want to get far away from his father; everyone will do that if he is in Tobias' shoes.
Though she never admits it loud, Tris really misses him. She misses his deep blue eyes, his short black hair, and his typical smirk. The way he laughs, the way he walks, the way he talks; even the way he frowns his eyebrows when he can't figure out a question replays in her head again and again whenever she isn't occupied by other things.
"I must be crazy. Why can't I get rid of him?" She groans.
"That's because you still have feelings for him, baby girl."
Startled by the voice, Tris turns to the person. "What the hell, Chris! You scare the hell out of me! When did you come in my office?" "When you're staring down the street?" Christina chuckles, settling down the sofa. "You were zone out."
Tris sighs in defeat. She looks down at the floor. "I can't forget him. That's all."
"Look, Tris, I know how badly you miss him-" "I don't miss him! I just can't forget him!" Tris interrupts her rudely without a second thought. Chris being Chris, always knows when she's lying. So she arches her eyebrows. Heat immediately rushes on Tris' face. "Sorry. I didn't mean to snap at you." Christina gives her a reassuring smile. "It's OK. Everyone has his frustrating moments. But to be honest, I hope you could move on. We both know that Tobias is gone. You haven't dated with anyone for like, four years. So, next time Will and I head to the bar, you're coming. You're not staying at home, hiding your head behind the laptop." "No set up?" Tris squints up at her suspiciously. "Nope. As long as you promise to come. I want you to be happy, that's all." Tris' lips curves into a smile. "I promise."
"Now, I have some excellent news for you!" Christina exclaims excitedly. "Your latest novel Too Late is listed on The New York Times Best Seller List. NO.1! Most of the critics think highly of your work." Tris' face lights up. "Wow." Christina laughs, while tapping furiously on the tablet. "One of the most famous critics, Conrad Baron comments, I quote, Raven is not only a writer, but also a creator. She creates a new and breathtaking world in front of us. It's not just a story about family, love, friendship and destruction. It's more like she throws a question to us: what will you do when you find out all the things you believe in are not real? How will you react when more and more lies reveal and they finally lead you to mistrust? This book is definitely worth reading."
Tris grins widely and give Christina a hug. "Thank you. For what you've done for me." Without Christina, she wouldn't have achieved her dream. "You're welcome! I'm your best friend and your book manager! Besides, you don't need to thank me; you yourself earn this. You deserve this, Raven or Six." Raven is the nick name Tris earns from her readers, because of her novel the Raven series, which were sold out in most of the bookstores within six hours on the first day. And that's why she has another nickname, Six.
Christina beams. "Oh, one more thing, you've got an invitation to the art charity ball held by Jeanine Matthews. It's in Tahiti in next Friday." "The Matthews Medical Co.?" "Surprise!" "Well, that's Jeanine Matthews! One of the most famous Dr. in the world! How could I not surprise!" Tris stands up. "And I get to see her, the company's CEO, in the flesh! OMG, this is so great! I like her since I was a kid! She is very generous and diligent! She donates to help the poor build their houses and offers them jobs, and she often sends doctors to do the physical examination tests for them for free! Oh, Chris I'm so happy!"
Christina jumps up from the sofa. "Well, I'm happy for you too! But now, we're going to have our dinner first. Then, we'll go shopping for next week." Tris pouts. "I already have a wardrobe of clothes." "I can get you much better ones! You're going to meet Jeanine Matthews remember? Come on, let's go."
With that, Christina drags her away.
She is very grateful that at least when everyone is separate for work after graduation, she still has Chris. Chris is the one that holds her back no matter what happens. She knows that. She wouldn't have got over the emotional breakdown caused by Tobias Eaton if Christina hadn't been by her side. So when Christina eventually managed to pull her out of her sadness, she has already understood that Christina would be her life-time friend who she should care and love; who she should support and protect with her life.
Because that is what friends for, caring and supporting.
A/N: So please share your thoughts? ;)