2. Endless Explanations
"Mom, I already told you everything that happened! I didn't understand it either! That man ran much more than a normal person!" I said after what it seemed like hours of arguing.
"Alexis, we have to press charge against this man! We have to go to the police station!"
"Mom, I'm sorry, but if you didn't believe me, they certainly won't. And I'm too tired for all of that.
My mother mused about what I said and she probably realized that not even she believed me. "I'm going to call the police!"
"Ok, mom. Do what you have to. I'm gonna take a shower." I went upstairs, defeated, while I heard mom talking to the local police chief.
The hot water usually helps me to think. In spite of what happened still didn't make sense, I tried to find a plausible explanation for all this. Ok, this isn't helping at all! It's better if I go to sleep and forget about it!
I left the shower and ran a hand in the mirror to defog it. I saw all the cuts again. Well, at least tomorrow in the office I can put some bandages on.
It took too long of incoherent memories until I feel sleep.
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Allowed to miss school, I woke up about 10 o'clock. I took a shower, dressed up and made lunch. Then, I left home, heading to work.
Entering the office, I almost bumped into someone, who was faster than me and grabbed me by the arms.
"What happened with you, Alexis?"
"Oh, hi, Dr. Carlisle. I... Oh, it's a long story!"
"I have time. Come with me, I'll make some bandages."
"No, Dr. Carlisle! I can do that myself."
"Please, I insist." Unsuccessful, I followed Dr. Carlisle to his room.
Dr. Carlisle is a great person and an excellent doctor. I know him since the beginning of the year, when I started to work in the clinic as a secretary. He's very efficient, always ready to serve everyone who needs, without letting his mood not even be shaken. I admire him. I want to be a person like him someday.
"How did you cut yourself like that?" He asked, as I sat on a stretcher.
"Twigs, leaves ..." I shrugged. He raised an eyebrow and stared at me. I sighed. "I guess I'll have to tell you the whole story."
Dr. Carlisle smiled. "Please."
"Well, I was in La Push yesterday night. I decided to wander around the forest. But then I realize how dark it was and I didn't know how to get out of there."
Dr. Carlisle's expression turned to concerned. "It's very dangerous enter a forest overnight, Alexis. Especially unaccompanied."
"I wish I was alone, doctor! There was somebody else there. Somebody really fast. And he followed me. I started to run and hit my face in several branches. Then I tripped and fell. I think I lost too much blood, because I thought I saw a few giant wolves. Then I woke up in a pretty cool lady's house and she cleaned my face." I sighed as I finished the story.
Dr. Carlisle stood still and took a few moments to respond. "Well, Alexis, I do think that you lost a lot of blood. Were you able to see who was following you?" He opened his kit.
"Yes. I think I would be able to recognize him. Ouch!" I complained when something touched my face that made it burn.
"I'm sorry, but it's necessary."
"It's okay."
"I think it would be better if you take a day off."
"No need, Dr. Carlisle! I'm feeling perfectly well!"
"I know, Alexis, but it is just for precaution."
"And who's gonna help Marisa and Jody on the reception?"
He smiled. "I'm pretty sure they can handle it."
"Oh, Doc, I don't know…"
"But I do. And I'm the doctor here, so stop arguing!" Dr. Carlisle made an annoyed expression that made me laugh.
Even after explaining I was totally fine, Dr. Carlisle gave me the day off. Doctors! And I had to convince him I was good enough for driving back home, because he wanted to call for a cab.
I let myself driving aimlessly. I love doing that. And as I was off duty, I gave myself the right.
I passed in front of my house, but I kept driving. I passed by the school, by the supermarket, by the Forks' output. When I realized, I was on a little road that I had seen before.
On the right side of the road, I saw a sign indicating that I was in La Push. I drove further on, and then I stopped the car in the side of the road, looking around. La Push was such a beautiful place. I should come here more often.
I was lost and beginning to regret my sudden trip, when I saw Seth standing beside the car, grinning, which made me shriek. He laughed. I opened the window. "Never do that again!" I said through gritted teeth.
"I'm sorry!" He still laughed. "What are you doing around here? Are you lost or something?
"Actually, I am. I was driving aimlessly."
"So I'm glad you aimed here."
A figure getting out of the woods captured my attention. A shirtless and barefoot Jacob walked towards us. Wow! Do they have a gym in the Reservation?
Seth followed my gaze and I realized I probably shouldn't stare that much at Jacob. "Hum, I kinda wanted to thank Emily." I said and with some difficulty I glanced back at Seth.
"Oh, her home is a bit further. You want me to take you there?"
"Please!"
Jacob reached us and looked at Seth. "Take her where?"
"Emily's." Seth answered. "Alexis wants to talk to her."
Jacob looked at me and smiled. "Hi, Alexis."
"Hi."
"Do you mind if I go there too?"
"No! Please, you two, hop in!"
Seth got in the back seat and Jacob circled the car, sitting in the passenger's seat. I followed their instructions and parked in front of Emily's little house. We got out of the car and they led me to the door. "Emily!" Jacob called.
Emily's voice came from inside the house. "Yes?" Emily showed up seconds later. She looked at me surprised, but smiled.
"Remember Alexis? She wanted to thank you." Seth mediated.
"Thank me? But you already did that!"
"But I wanted to do something for you guys. After all, you saved me. I know a dinner is nothing close to what you did, but at least, my mother and I could try." My mother didn't even know that I was in La Push and certainly didn't have the intention of making them a dinner.
"Aw, that's so nice of you! We all would love it, but you really don't need to. Plus, these guys eat so much you'll be hindered."
"What do you suggest then?"
"You come here and we'll make dinner."
"You guys already saved me and now you have to cook? That doesn't make any sense!"
"If you wanna wash the dishes I'll give you my spot. Emily makes us clean everything!" Seth scowled.
"Hey! You mess, you clean!" Emily said, making us laugh.
"Well, when can it be?"
"When you want."
"Is Saturday okay?"
"It's great!"
"What time will you start with the preparation? I'll come to help."
" Oh, don't worry about it, Alexis. I'm already used to them."
"But this isn't fair, Emily!"
Emily smiled. "Come here around 8 o'clock. I won't open my door for you earlier."
I looked to all of them and shrugged. "Ok, if you insist."
"We'll wait for you!"
"And I owe you guys again."
"No, you don't!"
I sighed. "Ok, Emily, you beat me by exhaustion." She laughed. "Thank you again."
"See you Saturday!"
"See ya!"
Emily got in her house and I was accompanied on the way back to my car by Seth and Jacob. "Do you guys really eat that much?"
Seth smiled. "You'll see!"
"I'm scared of you! So, I guess I'll see you Saturday, baby ostrich!" I ruffled his hair, making him laugh. "And I'll see you Saturday as well, Jacob."
He smiled. "See ya!"
I got in my car and started the engine. I couldn't help but smile; I didn't know what that Reservation had, but everything in it was extremely inviting.
A/N: Thanks for reading! :D
