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It was Friday evening and I was waiting for Eli to pick me up to take us to Adam's for a movie night. The idea at first didn't sound appealing but I did want to hang out with them, they are pretty funny guys, especially when they both talk about comics to each other. I rolled my eyes at the thought and proceeded to grab a sweater from my closet. A knock on my door made me jump but I beckoned the person in. I was still in my closet when I heard the door close. When I walked out, with a blue sweater in hand, I saw my mom sitting on my bed.

"Hey sweetie," she said in a gentle voice.

"Hey," I said, tugging my sweater on.

My mom sighed and I noticed she looked confused or lost. This was confusing because I've never seen my mom like this before. She's always kept a strong head on her shoulders, including when she fights with dad.

"Listen, Clare, I know you want to forget about this, but we still need to talk about what happened that night," she said hesitantly.

"There's nothing to talk about," I clipped, my face my blank from all emotion.

It makes me mad that I can't sleep well at night. It makes me mad that my parents fight. But, what makes me pissed is that my mom addresses something that happened over a month ago so abruptly. After all this time, she wants to talk about it. Why now? There is a reason why I avoid the subject, can't she get that through her head.

"Clare, I'm concerned about you. That night when you came through that door, I didn't recognize my daughter at all," she stared into my eyes, and I waned to cuss her out.

I laughed harshly. "I didn't know that you recognized me at all during the day," I said, sarcasm dripping from my voice.

"Excuse me? Don't you dare speak to me that way," she scolded.

"Well can you blame me?" I said, my anger appearing. "Every single day, you and dad fight. Do you realize how that affects everyone, including me? Then you come up here and start attacking me about a night that had over a month ago, I fine this highly unfair when you won't even stop and look around to see the damage you are both causing."

My mom's eyes widened until they downcast to the floor. I suddenly felt the guilt creeping in, but I ignore it. She looked back up to me, and her eyes were glassy and sadness portrayed them. I took in a deep breath, trying the relax the new emotions going through me from this talk. The knock on a door downstairs brought me out of the heated environment and I walked over to my door.

"I'm going to a friends house," I said cautiously, gauging my mom's expression.

My mother placed a fake smile on her face; forgetting anything happened.

"Have fun, I love you," she said quietly, as I went out my door.

"I love you too," I whispered outside the door, blinking back the tears.

Eli was at the door, like I expected, and we were on our way to Adams house. He could probably sense that I was upset, since I was silent the whole time and looking out the window. He didn't bother me. Good.

Adam answered the door almost immediately once we were at his door step. His face was flushed and a smile took over his features as he was panted for breath.

"You look like you just ran a marathon," Eli said as we walked in the living room.

"I was out in the backyard, my mom made me clean up after she left," Adam said, plopping down on the couch beside us.

I had my knees up to my chest as I stared blankly ahead, my mind still fresh from that conversation I just had with my mother. Eli and Adam were on with side of me, talking animatedly about comic books.

"Clare?"

I looked over to Adam, his face analyzing my expression, making me feel slightly exposed.

"Yeah," I said.

"What movie do you want to watch? Comedy, action, horror?" He said, already walking over to his cabinet which held the DVDs.

"I don't care," I mumbled.

Adam's head tilted, as if in deep thought before he snapped his fingers and looked in the cabinet. I suddenly felt a pair of eyes on me and I slowly tilted my head to the side and wasn't surprised that Eli was staring at me. His green eyes were giving that stare that he has been showing to me recently. It was as if he was trying to drawl out my hidden problems. It was if he knew there was something wrong and he was waiting for me to tell him. I quickly looked away; his gaze burning a hole through me.

"Okay! We are watching comedy, then action, then horror," Adam beamed after he placed a movie in and took a seat beside me.

As the movie rolled on, I found my mind drifting away from my mother and settle in a calm state. During the course of the movie, there would be a few laughs from the guys at a certain part and there would be slaps on the shoulders from me when they commented on mature parts.

"That movie…oh man….that was something," Eli chuckled.

Adam hummed in agreement before replacing the movie with another one. When Adam was walking back to the couch, the door swung open and in came a guy with brown spiky hair and blue eyes. I've seen him around school, I think he was on the football team.

"Hey, man. What cha doing?" The boy addressed the question to Adam but his eyes were on Eli and I.

"Dew, what are you doing here? I thought you were supposed to be with Alli?" Adam said annoyed.

A sharp pain went through my stomach at the mention of Alli. Alli. God, I missed her so much. I missed our talks about boys, parents and school. The way how we were complete opposites but turned our different personalities into one, strong, friendship, at least, it was strong at one point. But now, we were complete strangers. I didn't even know that Alli had a new boyfriend.

"We're meeting up later, which reminds me why I'm here. I'm going to bring some of mom's wine to a party that's down the block." Drew said, walking past us and going in the kitchen.

Adam rolled his eyes. "If mom catches you, I have nothing to do with this!" he yelled after Drew.

Drew emerged from the kitchen, a bottle of wine in his hand and a grin on his face. "Bro, stop worrying. Now, you guys want to come too? K.C. said to bring anyone."

I felt myself froze and my heart stop beating from the invitation. I could fee myself reliving that night, over and over again. I squeezed my eyes shut, in hope to stop the memories flooding through my mind.

"Party? I don't know. It's up to you guys." Adam's voice echoed through my ears.

I snapped open my eyes, reality setting back in. I hastily got off the couch and shook my head. "N-No, no, I….just no." I probably sounded insane or nervous but I couldn't help it, there is no way I am going to a party.

Eli stood up beside me while Drew and Adam were looking at me confusedly.

"Clare, are you okay?" Adam asked cautiously.

"I'm not going to the party. You guys can go, but I won't," I snapped, finalizing my decision.

"But-" Adam started, but was cut off by Eli.

"Adam," was all he said, and I turned to Eli in surprise.

He was giving Adam a look that caused Adam to not usher another word. Eli flashed his eyes to me knowingly and I wondered for a moment: Did he know?

I suddenly felt the toll of the situation and realized how idiotic I must look. I excused my self and went upstairs; almost running to the bathroom. I closed the door and sunk to the ground once I entered. My mind wasn't in tone to what I was feeling. It was running the memories as if on auto pilot, without anymore remorse that it was hurting me. My emotions were running high, my body was shaking, my eyes were tearing. Can't this just go away? I'm such a mess. One little thing can set me off.

I sighed shakily; trying to calm down. I need to forget. That will make it all better. If I just forget and put my focus elsewhere. Just then, green eyes flickered in my mind, breaking the pile of memories and overpowering all of my thoughts. What is he doing to me? Every time I'm near him, he shows so many different sides to him. One minute, he's smug and sarcastic, and the next, he's quiet and caring. He's so confusing.

I need to straight everything out. I get up off the floor and stand in front of the mirror. My appearance looks foreign. It's like I was looking at a different person. I'm paler then before; my skin taking a more sickly white then the creamy colour it was once before. My lips were thin and cracked. Bags were under my eyes and my irises were dull, the once clear blue only a faint sight.

I left the bathroom and went down the stairs. Drew was gone. Eli and Adam were sitting on the couch, staring at the blank T.V. I walked over to sit beside them, and told them I was okay. They both nodded and Adam turned on the television. Adam might've bought my lie but I knew Eli didn't.

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I felt myself stirring, my body on top of another's, but I was too lazy to care. This position was strangely comfortable, even if I had no idea how I ended up this way. I groggily opened my eyes and took in my surroundings. I was still in Adam's house and I noticed the foggy grey light shine through the curtains; causing the ray of light to land on the carpet. My body was stiff as my eyes averted to the ground and saw Adam sleeping on the floor. He was snoring lightly and his hat was barely on his head.

I smiled warmly before resting my head on the thing underneath me. When I heard a heartbeat under my left ear, I almost jumped off the couch, but instead, I lifted my head and saw Eli lying underneath me, his head rested on the arm rest while sleeping. I suddenly felt the two arms that were wrapped around my back and took note that I slept on top of him all night. How the heck did that happen?

I tried to pull out of Eli's grasp but he tightened his hold on me, causing me to crash on his chest. His eyes snapped opened immediately and a small blush crept on my face.

"Uhhh…..what happened?" Eli asked, sleep evident in his voice.

"I don't know," I replied honestly.

His arms released me and I hurriedly got off the couch; fixing any disarrayed clothing. I poked Adam's back with my foot and he muttered to leave him alone.

"Adam," I whispered, poking him with more force this time.

He shot up from the ground and I stumbled back in surprise. "Calm down, its only me," I reassured, noting how disoriented he looked.

Adam rubbed his hands over his eyes before yawning. "What time is it?" He stretched over to the clock placed on the far side wall. "8:00? Why the hell am I up this early on a Saturday?" he complained before he stood up on his feet.

"Dude," Eli said. "What happened last night?"

"We watched movies and you two fell asleep," he replied nonchalantly.

"What?" I yelled. "You knew all along and you didn't wake us up. Adam, I wasn't supposed to sleep over! My mom is going to kill me."

Adam's eyes widened at my outburst before scratching the back of his neck awkwardly. "You guys were long gone, I didn't want to wake you," he said sheepishly.

"Good job, Adam," Eli said, sarcasm evident in his voice.

Adam scoffed. "Its not like you didn't enjoy it." He crossed his arms over his chest, raising an eyebrow addressed to Eli.

"Shut up," Eli snapped. "I'll drive you home, Clare."

I nodded my head, my mind still sleepy. I said goodbye to Adam and Eli told me he'd meet in the hearse. I waited patiently as I twiddle my thumbs together and bit my lip anxiously. I hope mom doesn't get too upset. When he finally exited the house, he put his keys in the ignition hastily before driving away.

The ride was silent; full of awkward tension. I looked out the window the whole time, my eyes took note that today will be a cloudy day. Great.

The car suddenly stopped and I unbuckled my seatbelt. I turned to Eli and he looked back at me. I bit my lip; suddenly an idea popping in my mind.

"You okay?" he asked softly.

I nodded and felt my heart start to pick up its pace as I leaned over and ghosted my lips over his cheek. I felt Eli's breath hitch as my lips brushed his cheek softly, making my heart pound in my ears. I pulled back and saw his face twisted in surprise; his lips slightly parted.

"Thank you, Eli," I breathed, a small smile on my lips as I left the car.

I watched him drive away and tried to control my racing heart.