How It Goes – Chapter 7 – Baby Sister

(A/N: Just something I scribbled down quickly. It's not the best piece of writing, but hey, writers have all sorts of weak stories every once in awhile.)


"Eli!" I follow Clare into the main hall and give a half-smile as she jumps into the junior's arms. "Hey, Darcy," He greets, gently setting Clare onto the ground.

I nod at him, "Goldsworthy," Clare and Eli both raise an eyebrow. "Eli," I correct myself. He smiles slowly, walking into the living room. "Darcy! Don't ruin this for me!" Clare hisses in my ear as she rushes up the stairs to take a quick shower.

I smile as I hear the bathroom door close. It's nice to see Clare happy. Happier than usual. "So, Eli," I walk into the living room, a large smile on my face.

"So, Darcy," He mocks, smirking. I roll my eyes and groan. "How're you the one that's been making Clare extra peppy lately?" I scoff, throwing my hands up.

Eli's smirk disappears and he returns it with a light smile. "I make Clare peppy?" I notice a slight sparkle in his eyes and raise an eyebrow. "Yes… You like her a lot, right?" I ask, examining him.

He has a rosy cheeks and is staring down at his hands. I gasp. "You love her?" I squeal, jumping up. His head snaps up and he quickly replies, "Shhh! OK, I love her. I just.. don't wanna, you know, freak her out. It's only been a few months."

I nod, understanding, just as Clare walks in. "Hey," She smiles. "Hello!" I giggle, pushing Eli out of his seat. Clare raises an eyebrow as Eli and I share secretive winks. He grabs her hand and kisses her cheek, pulling her towards the front door.

"Bye, Darce!" Clare calls over her shoulder. I wave and smile. Eli Goldsworthy, the brooding high school junior, was in love with my baby sister. And she sure as hell loved him back.