In the morning, the first thing Gabe did was text Rosemary. Lucky me, I got her number. And added her on Facebook... I'm weak. Gabe spent a good 10 minutes deciding what to send her.
Hey Rosemary. Wanna hang out today? :)
The next text would be harder send. The text to Jen. It took Gabe even longer trying to come up with this text.
Jen, we need to talk... Can we meet up today? If so, when and where?
-Gabe
He out haled deeply. He could've either made the best to worst decision of his life. He was going to dump a really hot and nice girl who he did love, for Rosemary Telesco. Rosemary is my first love, beautiful, and smart and funny! She's just my type! Wow, it's been a while since I've said that.
Jen was the first to text back. Gabe nervously raised his phone to his eyes gaze. He slowly unlocked his phone and read the message that would end everything. Hopefully she'd realize what he was trying to say and break up with him, herself.
Okay babe (; How about Central Prk? Meet me there at 3. Luv ya babe! 3
Oh no. Not what I expected. I wonder what she's expecting... Gabe was not looking forward to that talk. He threw himself down on his bed and ran his fingers through his hard. Gabe then heard his message tone again.
Yeah, sure, I'd love too! Not until 5:30 though. I'll be busy 'til then. Meet me at Central Park. ;)
Gabe was relieved seeing Rosemary's message. A girl he actually wanted to get winkie face texts from. I wonder what she's doing. Maybe cello lessons. I remember she liked that instrument. He was remember the times she had to cancel "dates" because of cello. I'm more of a trumpet player, myself. It didn't really matter to him anymore, because he had a date with Rosemary today.
He decided to get up and pick clothes for his day. Gabe didn't realize how nice he'd want to look. I want to look nice for Rosemary- and Jen, I guess... Gabe first tried on a plain blue t-shirt with light blue jeans. No. Next he tried on an orange t-shirt with plaid shorts. He tried on a black shirt that had the X-BOX logo. Hell no. He finally found an acceptable shirt. A navy blue, button up short sleeved shirt and a pair of nice jeans.
After an hour, Gabe was still waiting. Can 3 o'clock not come faster? This is torture! He decided to talk a walk before going to the park. Maybe to see his friend, Matt, he hasn't seen him in a while. He left the apartment, after yelling at his dad, saying where he was going. He thought about taking his electric, but decided to walk.
My nine block ratio has expanded to the whole town. I own this town, all of it this time. Gabe still liked pretending some buildings are pirate ships, he still liked taking his scooter out for a spin now and then (he mostly used his car though), and he still like exploring New York's parks. He began to think about the trip him and Rosemary took to look at the apartment. Gabe completely forgot about Matt and just walked.
When Gabe finally snapped back into reality, it was 2: 43. Dammit! He hand wandered 15 blocks away from Central Park. Gabe took off into a run. He didn't stop either. Ending love, or stopping love. It's still love. And I have to work for it. He ran until his lungs felt as if they were about to burst. He reached the park at 2: 59.
As he entered, the first person he saw was Jen. Texting. As always. She had long blonde hair, light skin, and blue eyes. She was tall as well. And a great body... according to all the guys at Gabe's high school. "Jen! Hi!" Gabe said breathing hard. She looked up and smiled. Gabe was doubling over trying to catch his breath.
"Hey babe!" she said, raising him up into a kiss. Her lips tasted of cotton candy. Her lip gloss. Gabe never really liked that taste or smell. Jen was reluctant to stop kissing him, but he managed to push her away.
"Okay, so about our talk?" Gabe said. Jen nodded. "Okay, good. Let's walk and talk." They started to walk along the path. Jen chattered, a lot. Gabe barely got a word in. She tried to talk his hand, but he avoided it. She ignored it.
"So, Damion was totally checking-"
"Stop! Jen, stop! I need to talk to you. Okay, do you understand?" Gabe demanded, grabbing her shoulders. She nodded, smiling, trying to pull him into a kiss.
"No. Jen, I like you a lot. Okay, I might actually love you. You're nice and pretty. But, I- I met someone else. Someone I've loved my whole life. I'm sorry. We are breaking up," Gabe rushed. Jen's cotton candy lips fell. "I'm sorr-" Gabe didn't get to finish. Jen slapped him. Then walked off. Gabe stood there holding his hand on his cheek.
He checked his phone, still holding his cheek. 3:29. Gabe went to go love for Rosemary. He walked about, looking anxiously. He checked Strawberry Fields, the tunnel, the place where he watched her dance, and the birthday party place. Gabe was nervous that she ditched him. He decided to check out the ice cream stand that he had to buy Rosemary.
Rosemary was there... with Tim Staples. Kissing. I was wrong all those years ago. This is more excruciation than seeing your woman grapple with another man. Rosemary pulled away and saw Gabe. She blushed. His mouth had dropped open. "Oh my gosh. Gabe! Hi! I was just finishing up with Tim-"
"I see that! You know what, I'll just go. Have fun with Ashton Kutcher," muttered Gabe, walking away. Rosemary followed. Gabe was too angry and sad to notice. He walked to the boat house, crying. The place he admitted his love for Rosemary. Lucky him, it was empty. He sat on the floor and cried.
Rosemary stood there and waited a minute before making herself present. "Gabe," she muttered softly. He looked up tearfully. "Gabe, can I explain?" she asked, smiling. Gabe frowned. "Please, please. Gabe, I need to talk to you. Explain. Please."
Gabe smiled weakly and nodded slowly. She may have just broken my heart, but I still love her. Rosemary plopped herself next to him. "Tim, he asked me out on a date today. I did, because I know you won't date me. He asked me to be his girlfriend. I said yes. He kissed me though. I didn't want him to kiss me. They thing I understand is why you're crying. Why?" she asked.
I'm not strong enough to tell her I love her, again. I just can't. "Jen broke up with me. I needed comfort and I thought you were ignoring me or something. I couldn't find you," Gabe said. I hate lying to her. Rosemary nodded and he saw a bit of regret in her eyes. Saying yes to Tim. "It's okay. You and Tim are good together," choked out Gabe. Rosemary gave him a big hug. She held him for a moment. Gabe felt himself blushing, excited. When it ended he felt just as heartbroken as he did before.
Tim Staples. I could see where this is headed. Marriage. I can't let that happen. But I can't tell her I love her. That afternoon they talked. Told them about their lives for the past few years. It was lovely for both of them. Both of them were afraid to admit their love for one another. They stayed smiled, but inside they were torched. Not being able to kiss one another. Both filled with regret.
