Authors Note: Chapter 9 time y'all! I realized, I cant take this. I have to do a flash forward otherwise I'll still be writing this story when I'm in college. But, 2 more present day chaps. Then flash forward to something exciting! Anyway, let's focus on the present. This chapter will be fairly quick I think. The next one will be longer and you'll find out why shortly.
Patricia went downstairs for the first time around 9 that night, where her father was waiting for her.
"Young lady." Her father said.
"What?" Patricia spat.
"You have been avoiding your family all day. Your mother found out you haven't been in school two days in a row."
"Fantastic. What a detective you guys are." Patricia mumbled.
"Why? Why do you neglect your education? You just sit in your room and feel sorry for yourself? You have a wonderful life. You've got people who love and care about you-" Patricia gulped at this statement, noticeably getting sad. "What are you pouting about?"
"YOU WANNA KNOW WHAT I'M POUTING ABOUT?! Heck, it'll probably make your day! EDDIE LEFT. His mom was in a car crash and I told him he should go home with her to recover! And we broke up! So congrats! YOU WON LIKE ALWAYS!" Tears were streaming down the girls face.
"Patricia, honey-"
"Shut up. Just shut up." Patricia stormed off.
"Scott?" Susan asked. "What on earth-"
"I didn't mean to hurt her Susan. I didn't know."
"Didn't know what?"
"The boy left. Because of his mom's accident. Apparently Patricia told him to go with her." Susan ran upstairs the direction her daughter had just gone.
"Patricia." she said bursting in. Patricia was curled up on her bed.
"Ever heard of knocking?" she mumbled.
"Your father, he, why didn't you tell me about Eddie?"
"Because I didn't want you to care."
"Well, too late. I do."
"Really? Cause it doesn't sound like it." Patricia spat
Susan plopped herself next to Patricia and stroked her hair.
"I know it hurts now, but soon you'll realize that there someone better out there. It was your first love. You'll move on."
"No. Maybe you did. But I won't. I swear, Eddie was right for me. He still is. There isn't anyone better and there never will be."
Her phone rang.
"Hello?" Patricia sniffled.
"We need to talk." Eddie said seriously.
"Of course not! No! We wouldn't tell the cops!" Patricia protested. Mara and Willow were across from her.
"He's convinced you told KT to tell the cops." Eddie said.
"That's insane. We'd never do that. We told KT to tell the cops Rufus hurt her. We're going to see Fabian after school and we'll sort this out. Go take care of your mom."
"Patricia?"
"Yes?"
"I miss you." Eddie said.
"I know. I miss you too. But, we're not together anymore, and we can't keep missing each other."
"I still miss you."
"Good. I wouldn't want it any other way."
Patricia hung up.
"What are we going to do about this?" Willow asked.
"Were going to explain to Fabian that we'd never do something like that. And then we tell KT to forget about telling the cops anything. Got it?" Patricia said
"Oh joy." Patricia grumbled. "Back to school." People were giving her all sorts of looks, but frankly she couldn't care less.
"Hey Williamson!" Mick called.
"Hi Mick."
"So, your sister is pretty hot."
"Is this your way of indirectly flirting with me so I don't hurt you?" Patricia spat.
"Maybe. But still, it's true. I think she should go out with me."
"I don't."
"And why not? Would you be jealous?" Mick asked.
"You two have nothing in common." Patricia said bluntly.
"Jealous." Mick mocked.
"She's a nerd who plays music FOR FUN. And I think she likes Alfie."
"For fun? Who does that?"
"Piper." Patricia said.
"Damn. She likes Alfie?"
"They're always flirting and Willow hates her."
"Are Willow and Alfie even still together?"
"Yes. They are. But, probably not for that much longer."
"You know, tonight I'm having a small, get together let's call it. Wanna come?" Mick asked.
"Get together? I'm not really in the mood."
"Oh c'mon Williamson. Don't you wanna get drunk and embrace the single girl swag?"
"The what?"
"Single girl swag? You and Mara. The fresh single ladies."
"You're being a pig Mick."
"Awww cmon! I've got like 20 guys counting on you coming!"
"Pardon me?"
"They'll all bail if you do."
"Ugh. Fine. I'll come to your 'get together' with Mara."
"Thank you!"
"Ya, you owe me."
"I'll make out with you if you want."
"NO."
"Fabian.. Look we want to..." Mara started to say.
"No! Stay away! You betrayed me!" Fabian cried.
"We betrayed you? Anyone with half a brain would've turned you in. We didn't and we aren't going to so sit down and shut up." Patricia spat.
"Ugh. No wonder Eddie left you. You're moody!" Fabian scoffed at her.
"Ya? Well at least I never killed anybody!" Patricia cried.
"God cramps much?" Mara mumbled.
"Calm down, both of you." Willow commanded. "Fabian, we didn't tell KT anything about Joy. We wouldn't do that to you. Ok?"
Fabian crossed his arms.
"Fine. But this doesn't mean I trust you." he said.
"Good, we don't trust you either." Patricia said.
"Listen redhead, I can request that you get escorted out never to return." Fabian sassed. Patricia rolled her eyes.
"Whatever. I have better places to be." Patricia said, preparing to exit. "Mara, be ready at 7. I'm going to see Nina."
"Wait!" Fabian said. Patricia turned around. "Is it true? That Amber hurt herself?"
"She didn't do it to herself." Patricia said. "Nina did it. That's what I'm going to talk to her about. I would've turned her in, but the proof had some stuff about you and Amber in it too."
"What about me?" Fabian asked.
"Why didn't you tell anyone that Nina abused you?" Mara asked.
"I didn't want her to get into trouble. She's had a rough life. Plus, I was horrified at what she'd do after she got out of trouble. I still am."
"You know I can tell then you hacked into the security footage." Nina said. Patricia sat across from her.
"Oh, I know. But I also know if you do then they'll et suspicious on why I wanted to see the footage. They'll watch in, and it will backfire on you." Patricia said.
"I wonder how they'd punish you." Nina started twirling her hair. "Would they put you in here? I am looking for a new roommate you know?"
"Please, you know I'd kill you within the first week."
"I think you and I both know what I'm capable of." Nina warned.
"Maybe you could hurt Amber, but mark my words, you can't hurt me. I didn't knock you out remember?"
"I do remember. But I do know I can hurt you. Maybe not physically, but emotionally. Eddies gone. You have no one left to hold you in their arms and tell you that it will be ok, because it won't. You know what'll happen don't you? He'll get back into his element at his old school. Find a new girlfriend. Stay an extra couple months. Then those months become years. And before you know it, you're both heading off to college never to see each other ever again. He'll marry whatever ditzy blonde gets to him first, you'll become the slut we all know you are, and you'll be miserable."
"Maybe. But at least I won't have a criminal record on my back all my life. At least I won't have to walk around getting judged because I'm a horrible wicked person. At least I can somehow find a way to be somewhat happy. You can't. Everyone HATES you."
"You're so asking for it right now. I know your secrets remember?"
"How's Amber?" Patricia tried to change the topic.
"They don't know if she'll make it. All signs so far point to recovery. But who knows. She could take a turn for the worse. But when she gets better, theyre planning to ship her off to the asylum with KT and Fabian to deal with her issues."
"Speaking of Fabian, and the security footage, I hope you know how horrified he is. That one day, you'll be free and able to abuse him once again. Do you realize that? Do you understand how you've hurt him?"
"Please. Hasn't he told you? The only emotion I feel is anger."
Patricia looked at herself in the mirror. She was wearing a black pencil skirt and ruffled red top. This was the first party shed gone to in months that Eddie wasn't at. She hated to think that they couldn't tease each other, or have a drinking contest or anything through this entire party. Because he wouldnt be there. She sighed. Mick has said there were all sorts of guys waiting for her at this party. She outta give them a shot. Maybe it would help. Or not. She didn't know what she wanted. She just knew she missed him. Her phone buzzed. It was Mara:
Coming? Im ready.
Patricia responded:
Leaving now. C u in 2.
5 minutes later Mara had hopped into Patricia's car and the two were off to Micks party.
"You know, it really isn't too late to not go." Mara said.
"No, no. I want to." Patricia said, clearly lying.
"No you don't. Did Mick blackmail you?"
"He offered to make out with me."
"And you said yes?!"
"Of course not! But, I don't wanna seem like some insane downer."
"You don't seem like a downer. Eddie left only 2 days ago, you have a right to be at home inhaling ice cream."
"Ya well, that's not me. I get back up. Like always."
"You don't have to pretend to be ok in front of me Patty."
Mara could clearly see the tears in Patricia's eyes. She knew she was upset.
"No, no, I'm really fine. We're here. No backing out now."
"Ya, let's go attempt to have fun at Micks party."
"Uh, Mara, he specifically said it was a 'get together." The good cracked up once more.
"Mick, this is not a small get together. This is a full blown party, even though I don't know half these people." Patricia told him.
"Well, they know you."
"Excuse me?"
"They're here to see you."
"Umm what?"
"They know your single now and they want to-"
"Save it." Patricia handed her drink to Mick and walked away. Mick went to follow her.
"Patricia. Come on." he begged.
"You can tell all these guys that I'm not looking for a new boyfriend, and I WILL NOT be going into the gameroom with any of them."
"Why does it matter? Eddie could be off snogging with some blonde as we speak." Patricia huffed and walked away. Mick shook his head. She was hurting, and he didn't want to hurt her. But was he willing to just to win a bet?
Authors Note: A bet?! What? Haha, don't worry, it gets very interesting and maybe some other guys are involved in this bet too... And it could mess some things up to say the least. So obviously the next chapter will include the "get together." I know I don't normally just spring a party on you, I normally give lots of warning but you know, now you have something to look forward too. Oh, and by the end of the next chapter you're probably going to hate Piper or Willow, or both of them. Sorry about all the Micktricia, more is coming. I cross ship Peddie and Mick, so be warned. I know, I know. How could I, miss peddie freak cross ship? Well, idk! But obviously it's always Peddie for the win! Honestly, I ship pretty much any pairing with Patricia because she's literally the best character ever. However, I'm very protective over Eddie and DON'T ship anyone else with him. So, next chapter we will experiment with my PatriciaxThe Guys ships. Oh! One more thing! (I know, longest AN ever!) But I love how Mara was like "cramps much?" That was like, the line of this chapter.
I love you guys for all the reviews! And I have nothing against people who play music for fun!
Responses:
prettylittlepeddie: I knew you would! There's two more VERY emotional Peddie moments coming, I will warn you when tissues are needed.
HOAlover4life: Oh my gosh no, the good part starts- maybe 3 chapters? Well that's my personal favorite plot twist!
Hoalover: I can't promise that... but, if there is Patrome, it will be one-sided.
hbhs12: Hahaha! Yes only one more chapter without Eddie! WE CAN DO IT!
Guest: Uh oh, you are gonna be angry after the next chapter! But there may or may not be another note coming ;)
Chosen0ne110800: You are onto something my friend! Keep a close eye on Denby!
SilverPebbbles: Awwww thank you! Don't worry, you don't need to fully support it, Pifie is going to have some issues as well. But, I think you may be interested in Willow's up coming love interest.
bondlikesuperglue: I know you want Kamber! I promised you some more didn't I? It's coming. Just wait a little longer! I'm glad, but don't worry Pifie is going to take a weird turn in the next chapter. OK I WILL KEEP UP THE PEDDIE.
NESSY0401-PUPLE-HOA: It's ok! Its because of school that I can't update everyday anymore :( But it's true, rumors suck! But don't you worry, Peddie is far from over.
TorisPeace: Oh Piper, always playing innocent! Aww I love you your so sweet! And that will not be the last note- I can tell you that! Peddie won't be officially "back" for a while, however Eddie will be back shortly and the two of them will have an interesting relationship to say the least.
Houseofanubislover89: Rufus is such a jerk! But don't you worry, you'' find out his fate and secret sooner than you think. Don't worry, there isn't THAT much Pifie anyway, I just had to bring her in so that she could split Walfie. Willow's new love interest is a risky pairing, but I think you'll like it.
Sibuna4260: Aww! I'm glad you liked the note. There are some more very emotional Peddie moments coming! When people say you write too much Peddie I want to smack them. When you write Peddie I get VERY excited! On another note I miss you! I'm craving a new update (but I know or I think you're currently traveling and I totally get that you're busy!)