Chapter Five
The next day the Roya woke up with a headache, not from alcohol but from Darren. The ride to the hotel was filled with complaints. Luckily Tyler was there to quickly silence him but once out the car she and Darren headed to his room while Tyler happily retreated to his own. For hours Darren talked about all the "issues" he had at the party. But Roya just changed into some night clothes and ignored him as she went to sleep. Eventually he tired himself out plus he had to show a house in the morning anyway.
Sighing heavily, Roya gathered her things and got ready for the day. She and Tyler were going to have breakfast together. After showering she was happy that Darren had already left the room. As she was drying herself off, she heard her phone buzz. it was a text message from Jonathan.
Good morning Ro. Hope we didn't get u into 2 much trouble with that guy. Josh is home and I'm headed 2 the gym. Later this evening we are going out with Alicia Fox and one of her friends.
Something in Roya's stomach dropped. The thought of the guys out with them made her….jealous? She quickly shook off the feeling and replied back with an "okay have fun". Deep down she knew that was not what she wanted them to do. But she refused to let this strange feeling of jealousy wash over her. Roya continued to get ready and made her way out the door. Tyler was already in the lobby flirting with a handsome gentleman at the front desk. She smiled as the guy was clearly giving Tyler his phone number. After a few moments Tyler walked away from the desk and approached her.
"Hey hun, good morning." he greeted with a smile on his face
"I bet it is a good morning." Roya smirked, "He's cute."
"I know! We have a date tonight." Tyler replied
"Playa playa." she teased
"What can I say, it's a gift and a curse being this fine. But enough about me, what happened with Darren?" he asked
"Can we eat first?" Roya sighed
"Hmm, that bad huh," Tyler paused, "Okay, better to talk shit about him over a full stomach anyway." the two proceeded to the dinning area and grabbed some breakfast. Roya barely filled her plate and Tyler quickly fixed that by dumping eggs, waffles and bacon on her plate. As they sat down, Roya got a text message from Joshua. He was checking on her to make sure that she was alright. He also informed her about the "date" he and Jonathan had later tonight. Again she felt that weird feeling in her stomach. Tyler of course noticed it, "Everything okay?"
"Not sure honestly. Of course I got into it with Darren when we got back to the hotel. Eventually I had enough and just went to sleep." Roya replied
"Good choice except I would have just stayed at house Fatu." he commented
"….Tyler." she sighed
"No, listen. After seeing you around the twins I have confirmed what I have been saying. Darren represents all the things you think is right for you because that is what your mom believes is right for you. Even if it meant dealing with all his bullshit and denying your own happiness. The twins make you happy, I see it. For the short amount of time that I watched you around them, I saw the Roya I have missed dearly. The free, wild and fun loving Roya." Tyler explained
"Don't say that." Roya said
"Why not? Because it's true? You know I don't mix words with you. So I'm just going to say it, you love them. Love them more than just the guys you grew up with. I think it's a bigger issue because you don't know which one you love more and you wouldn't be able to chose between them. And because of that, you have never expressed interest in either of them." his words hit her hard, she didn't want to hear it but she needed to hear it.
"That's not true;we grew up together and they are like brothers to me." she stated
"Who are you trying to convince? Me or yourself? Because I know the truth, I'm just waiting for you to hop on the reality train." Tyler said as he picked his plate up, "I'm going to get some more food and give you a minute to let all of that sink in."
Roya groaned as he walked away. She was lying to herself, trying to put all her feelings to the side so that she could just accept things the way that they were. Suddenly her phone was ringing and she was surprised to see it was Nikki Bella calling her.
"Hello?" Roya greeted
"Hey pretty girl, I was just calling to check how you were doing and also see if you and possibly Tyler wanted to tag along with me to do some shopping?" Nikki suggested
"Of course we would. We're just having breakfast right now." Roya replied. Nikki could tell there was something wrong in her voice.
"You okay Roya? You sound a little down." Nikki commented
"….Long night I guess." Roya stated
"Well, listen I'm here for you and you can tell me all about it in a few. Text me the hotel address and I will pick you guys up." Nikki said
"Okay, thanks Nikki." Roya said
"No problem, hun. See you in a few." Nikki replied as she hung up. Tyler walked over with his plate and gave Roya the side eye.
"You let what I said sink in or do you need more time?" he asked
"Can we not talk about that right now? Besides Nikki wants to go shopping. You're up for it right?" Roya sighed
"Bitch! You already know the answer, but you can avoid "this" conversation as much as you like. At some point you will have to pull up your big girl pants and realize I am right. I will leave it at that so we can just enjoy the day." Tyler stated as he ate his food.
"Appreciate it, Ty." she said as she texted Nikki. As much as Roya knew Tyler was right, she just didn't want to have this conversation right now. Her feelings were already questionable especially knowing the guys were going out on a possible date. And then seeing Darren be an asshole last night just made her feel more confused.
"Lawd, that was amazing. I swear all I need in life is a good breakfast and good dick. I am so full of waffles right now." Tyler commented
"Where do you put it? So jealous right now. If I ate like you, I would weigh two hundred pounds again." Roya said
"Girl you don't eat! But that's another issue for another day. I scolded you enough for the morning." he replied. After about thirty minutes, Nikki called and let them know that she was outside. Grabbing their bags, they made their way out of the hotel to Nikki's jeep.
"Hello loves. Time for some shopping therapy." Nikki commented
"My favorite kind of therapy," Tyler smiled as he and Roya entered the jeep. Nikki drove off and their shopping adventure began.