Dynamite Kid and the Green Butterfly

Chapter 11

I sat out in the hall in Troy's arms. We'd been like that for a while. Troy didn't push me to do anything. He just held me close to him and kissed my forehead. I could've stayed like that forever.

"G, you have to go in there sooner or later." I knew he was going to say that.

"I will. Can we take a walk first?"

"You're nervous." It wasn't a question. Troy knew me. He could tell when I wasn't being myself. I love that about him.

"A little. I just want to make sure I've got what I want to say planned out." Troy nodded. I was silent, throughout our walk. I tried to focus on the inevitable conversation that I would be having, but I couldn't. I was so engrossed in Troy. I couldn't keep my eyes off of him. His hand clutched mine and his thumb would graze over my knuckles. Every touch ignited my senses and I wanted to be closer. Think Gabriella, where can you two go to be alone? Supply closet? No, too risky. Bathroom? Maybe, but it'd be obvious if we both went in there with this many people watching. I surveyed the floor until my eyes fell on the big, metal doors.

The elevator.

I tugged on Troy's arm and led him to the elevator. We got inside, and the doors closed. The elevator started to go down, when I pressed the stop button. We were halted in between two floors when I crossed the elevator to Troy. He smirked at me. He could tell what I was thinking. "I missed your spontaneity."

"I missed your lips." I whispered as I stood on my toes to me him. When our lips touched, my heart exploded. It was like I suddenly was on fire. I pushed my body up against his, desperate to feel him. Troy deepened our kiss without any hesitation. His hands ran down my sides and gripped my waist. I brought my hands up to his hair and gave it a little tug. Troy grunted and began to nibble on my bottom lip. I was running out of air, but there was no way I wanted to pull back. I pressed myself to him, once more to excite him. Troy pulled away, panting as he gazed at me.

"Not that I didn't enjoy this, but we can't keep the elevator here all night." I groaned and kissed him once more.

"Are you saying you want to spend the night with me?" I raised my eyebrows and slowly ran my tongue over my upper lip.

"Shit." He cursed, and shut his eyes tightly. I knew that would get him. "I would love to, but there's something that you have to do first." Just like that, my thoughts were snapped back to my mother. My face fell, I could feel it. There was a silence between us after that. "I know you're a little reluctant to go in there, but we have to. You came all this way, and my parents and Mario and Magdalena are here-"

"What? Are you serious?" This couldn't be happening.

"Yeah, they're working out some things with a hotel. They'll be here soon."

"Why would they come here?"

"Well, at first they were set to go to Vegas after us. You know? The whole wanting to get married thing you fed Tay had them convinced." I'd forgotten all about that story. I didn't even hesitate to keep the lie up when Mom, Magdalena, called to talk me out of it.

"How did they find out we were here?"

"Officer Potts called them from the police station, remember? They came and got me, and I drove my dad's car here."

"Do they know about...?" He simply nodded. Okay, I know this is going to sound really weird, but I honestly don't want my adoptive parents to know where I went. As mad as I am, was, I don't want them to feel hurt. I know that's exactly what's going to happen when they get here. "I have to see her before I see them." I pressed the button on the elevator, and rode out the ride.

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"Gently place your hand on the door...good. Now, turn the handle...yes. Okay, this last part is crucial. Push the door open." I froze. This was farther than I got last time though. "Brie, you either go in now, or I push you in."

"Alright. I'm going to do it this time." I repeated all the steps and pushed the door open just a crack.

"Daniel, I don't have any deep dark secrets." A woman's voice giggled. I gasped, a little too loud, and covered my mouth. Her musical laughter stopped short. "Come in!" She called the laughter still evident in her voice. I didn't answer; my voice was caught in my throat. "Dan, see who's at the door." She said after a moment. Oh no! His footsteps were getting closer and closer. I wanted so badly to shut the door and walk away, but I was frozen. I felt him grab the handle, as it slid from my hand. We came face to face with each other. I glanced away from him quickly and that's when I saw her. She was covered in scratches and I could see that there was a nasty bruise on her neck, but she was beautiful. Her hair was the same shade as mine, but straight. Her eyes, they were the same as mine and Daniels. Her head was settled back in pillow and there was a soft smile on her face. Daniel grabbed my hand and led me over to the bed. Her smile, the same one I see myself with, never left her gorgeous face. I'm amazed. I'm actually in front of her. This is actually happening. "Who's this?" Her eyes met mine, and for a minute, I saw myself.

"Adri, this is Gabriella." I guess Dan is saving the explanation for me.

"Hello, Gabriella." I could feel the tears forming. "That's a really beautiful name." I nodded my head in agreement. "Please excuse my appearance. I'm Daniel's sister, Adrianna."

"It's nice to meet you." My voice was shaky. My lip was quivering. It was like I was doing some stupid school presentation.

"Gabriella just turned 18 a few days ago..." Daniel said to his sister. I could tell he was trying to ease into things, but I really don't think she understands.

"Congratulations!" She laughed. Her upbeat attitude, especially after being in a car wreck was extremely refreshing. I can't remember the last time I'd seen a genuine smile like hers. Besides Troy that is. "That's an important age. I remember when I was your age." Her smile didn't fade, but she did look down and begin to pick at her fingers. I have to tell her. She remembers! I swear she does. Who can forget something like giving up your child? I'll start with the letter. She's got to remember that. Right?

"I got a letter on my birthday." I told her. "That's why I'm here. I'm adopted." My biological mother's eyes shot up immediately. Her mouth fell open, and she stared at me.

"Adopted?" I nodded my head. A hot tear fell down my cheek as I stared at her.

"You signed the letter. At least, I hope it was you. You're Adrianna Martin, right?" The woman on the bed nodded and averted her eyes to her brother.

"Is this what you were asking about? You knew?" Adrianna questioned him in a soft voice.

"I just found out today, but you knew for eighteen years that she was out there." Daniel replied back in a cold tone. I felt sick, as another tear fell.

"Please, don't take it out on him." I pleaded. To say that I expected her to keep her optimistic attitude was an understatement.

"W-What are you doing here?" Adrianna asked, not even looking at me. "Where are your parents?"

"I'm eighteen. I don't need their permission anymore." I answered. I'm confused. Doesn't she want me here? "I-I came to see you." I'm not entirely sure that they could hear me. I know that my voice was very soft. It was almost gone.

"But, why? I don't understand why you came here. I left you with a good family." She was almost scolding me. It felt like she was angry at me for wanting answers. Funny, I thought she wrote that letter because she cared.

"You did leave me with a good family. I'm very thankful for that." The tears were coming down faster now. I swiped at them with my sleeve. "I came because I read the letter."

"Yes, I know." Adrianna's eyes looked into mine. "That letter wasn't meant for you to come looking for me. You weren't supposed to come back." You know that feeling of rejection you get when a boy says he doesn't feel the same? Well, take that feeling, and multiply it by about; oh I don't know…five thousand? You'll have an idea of what's going on. My heart ached as her words replayed over in my head. The lump formed in my throat and I felt dizzier than ever. I brought my hand up to my chest and grabbed at my heart. It was a sorry attempt to stop the pain, but I'd try anything at this point.

"Adri, are you insane?" Daniel questioned his younger sister, clearly appalled by her conversation with me.

"I want to be alone. My head is killing me." She turned on her side and clenched her pillow. "Please, I just want to rest." Adrianna refused to look at Daniel or myself. I didn't bother sticking around. I turned on my heel and immediately ran to the door. Yanking the door shut, I collapsed against it.

"Brie? Baby, what's wrong?" Troy was at my side in the blink of an eye. I tried to form words, but they wouldn't come out. It was that damn lump! Troy moved me over to the bench in the hall. Moments later, Daniel stepped out. There was some sort of silent communication between them. "G, our parents are downstairs. We're going to go to the hotel so you can sleep." I simply nodded. I just wanted to get away from this place. I wanted to go home and sleep.

I wanted to do anything that would make me forget that my biggest fear had come true.

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