I am jogging down the hill to Eli's house. I stop short of his house when I see him making out with my bestfriend, Rosanna Ludwick, in his front yard. I feel an endless stream of tears run down my face. I walk slowly down the hill and stand at his curb, staring at the sight in front of me with sad eyes.
"You bitch..." I say to the both of them. They pull away quickly and stare at me in shock.
"Grace!" they say together.
"Well, I guess the cats out of the bag now, isn't it. My boyfriend of a year and a half is cheating on me with my best friend. How could you? Both of you?"
"I was going to tell you, but-"
"I am moving. My dad pulled me out of school and already has me enrolled in a school in Scotland. I came here for your comfort and THIS is what I find! God, I never thought you of all people would do that, Eli. And, Rosy... What the actual hell? You know I have always liked him and called dibs when he first moved here. And what happened with your secret relationship with Toby? Last time I check, he was spreading rumors he got you knocked up." I say coldly. Damn, I do sound like dad. Rosy's mouth dropped.
"B-But I didnt even tell him! How did he-" she threw her hand over her mouth.
"Its not a rumor, then? He really did get you pregnant? God, Rosy, you are twelve years old! You shouldnt be getting pregnant that young!" I yell.
"Wait... Toby, as in my brother?" Eli asked.
"He didnt 'knock me up'. He raped me." she said quietly. Eli stormed into his house and we could hear him screaming at his brother. His parents soon joined in on the screaming. I tore my eyes away from the house and looked at Rosy. She looked at me, too.
"Gracie..." She began. I walked up to her and slapped her across the cheek.
"Thats for turning out to be the worlds worst best friend." That was the last thing I said before I ran home. When I got to the house, I threw the front door open and slammed it shut.
"Where in Merlins Beard were you?" Dad hollered from the living room. I flew up the stairs and ran to my room. I locked the door and hid in my closet. I cried into my knees for what felt like hours. I heard my door open and I held my breath.
"Grace, come out." Dad said. "Grace, your friend Rosanna is at the door." I became angry all over again. I stand and throw my closet doors open. I race out of the room and down to the front door which was closed. I opened it and only found the houses across the street. I slammed the door and turned and found Dad staring at me from the stairs.
"Why'd you lie?!" I yell. I tried to run up the stairs but Dad cought my arm.
"Whats going on? Whats wrong?" I began to cry all over again. I tried to fight out of his grip but he had a firm grip.
"Damn, Dad. Cant you see I dont want to talk to you?! Just let me go!" And with that, he released his grip on my arm and let me sprint up the stairs and to my room. I didnt even bother to lock my door. I go out to my balcony and sit on the ledge. Tens minutes later, Dad opens my bedroom door.
"Grace, are you alright?" he asks in a gentle tone. I wipe my eyes but still dont face him.
"When are we going to get my supplies?" I ask. He walks out to my balcony.
"Supplies?"
"For Hogwarts. When do we need to get them?" I repeat.
"I already have everything you need. I guessed your robe and hat size because you've been the same size for about two years. I got all of your books and other stuff. The only things I dont have is your wand and something else that is a surprise for tomorrow." He says as he sits on the ledge next to me.
"Where are we going?" I ask.
"Diagon Alley."
"Alright. What time are we leaving and when do I need to be up?" I ask.
"We will be using Floo Powder and you need to be up by atleast ten."
"Floo? You mean, the green fire?" I ask.
"Yes. You know, your attitude has changed completely about Hogwarts. What happened?"
"I was going over to my boyfriends house for support and I cought him kissing Rosanna in his front yard. And to find out my boyfriends brother raped her so now she was cheating on her boyfriend with mine and she's pregnant! I mean, of course my attitude has changed about this. I dont want to be anywhere near him and I dont want you to do anything either." I break out into a massive stream of tears again.
"Can I atleast know who hurt you so badly?" He asked as he put a reassuring arm around my shoulder.
"Eli..." he instantly knew who I meant.
"Oh. Him. He had always liked you. A short while after he moved here, he came and asked my permission to ask you out. I told him no and he never bothered me again. I guess that didnt stop him."
"Yeah. Can I go to bed now, Dad? I am really tired."
"Of course, sweet heart. We have a big, big, day tomorrow." I gives me one last hug before leaving my room. I take off my shorts and tee shirt. I grab one of my extra big shirts and put it on. I curl up in bed and cry myself to sleep.