Don't let me fall chapter 21
Austin's p.o.v
" Hello? " I picked up my phone, too tired to say anything else.
" Hey Austin. It's Melody " I heard a sqeek come from her side of the line and moved my phone away from my ear to stop the potential bleeding it was going to cause.
" Mel, can you keep it down. Ally's trying to sleep " I told while glancing at Ally who was laying on her side turned towards me. I chuckled and got out of my bed and went into the hallway. " Okay now you can talk, what happened? "
She giggled and I guess I was glad she was happy. She deserves it just as much as any other person, if not, even more.
" I've been trying to talk my dad into arranging a meeting with my birth mum and tonight he said yes. We're going to my mum's house tomorrow night. I'm just so excited and had to tell you " She let out a happy sigh and I smiled to myself. I'm glad she's finally going to meet her mum.
" That's awesome Mel " I said.
" I know " I could hear her smile through the phone " And I was hoping that maybe you could come with me. I'm gonna need some support, I'm kinda scared that I'll embarrass myself in front of her and my brother too. " She paused " Oh my goodness Austin, I can't do this "
" Melody, deep breaths " I told her and she knew what I meant.
I could hear her slowly breath in and out a couple times and smiled. It's funny how she's both excited and nervous at once.
" So Mel, when are you meeting them? "
" Tomorrow night "
My smile faded " Oh, Melody I'm so sorry but I can't make it tomorrow. My mum said we're having guests over for dinner. Maybe Ally could go instead "
" Oh, no no. Don't worry about it Austin. I'll ask my boyfriend to come with me then "
My eyes opened wide. She has a boyfriend? When did she get herself a boyfriend? I mean I get it she's beautiful and any boy would be lucky to have her but why would she get a boyfriends. She's too young to date, besides all boys are after these days is sex. Has she never seen an episode of How I met your mother? It may be New York they're talking about but they describe guys perfectly. Well I mean guys like Barney.
" Wait! What?! You have a boyfriend? Who is he? Do I know him? Is he treating you well? Melody don't lie to me, is he forcing you to be with him? " I spit out without even thinking. As the words are out of my mouth, I realize how ridiculous that sounds. I guess I'm an overprotective type of a friend... And boyfriend.
" Austin, relax " She told me calmly and I let out a sigh and she continued " I'll talk to you later, night Austin "
I smiled lightly " Night Mel, sleep tight " I put my phone down and walked back into my room. Ally lied awake as I entered and heard her groan. She must be really tired.
I lied down next to her and pulled the covers over us before wrapping my arms around her and pulling her close. She pushed herself deeper into my arms, making herself comfortable. I kissed the top of her head and let her snuggle closer.
" What was that about? " she whispered as she started to get more comfortable in my arms.
" I'll tell you tomorrow " I said and waited for her reply. Once she nodded I closed my eyes and silently let out a sigh.
I had a lot to think about. Ally's weird behaviour has continued over the days but she still refused to tell me the reason for it. I had a few guesses, like, she's still being bullied, somebody's blackmailing her or something happened which she doesn't want to talk about. I just hope that she decides to open up to me soon enough.
Then there was school, the place where I have been sent to suffer. Don't get me wrong, I don't actually give a shit but Ally does. And for her I had to try so I did. The teachers were shocked when they found out that "They" are actually letting me pass their classes and once I got better grades on a few tests, some of them decided to upgrade my grade. So that was actually working out very well. Nobody even noticed us improving our grades, the principle is a bit suspicious but doesn't want to say anything. Then, there is also Kira, who got pissed when she saw her new grades and threatened me that she'll tell the principle what I did unless I dump Ally. I actually told her no way in hell. She just glared at me and walked off with her head held high and dignity doping low.
Now I have to worry about Melody's new boyfriend too. I just want to make sure he's treating her like I treat Ally. If he's just using her he'll have to answer to me.
" But I don't wanna " I whined, trying to get Ally to let me off the hook by using my adorable pout. I hoped she couldn't resist it but unfortunately, she could. I just don't get it. It works every time, why not now. " I'm sorry Austin, but you can't skip class. We're so close to the end of senior year and you want to skip now? " Ally tried talking some sense into me but it wasn't really working.
I groaned and leaned against the lockers, closing my eyes in process " Please Ally, I really want to get out of here. I can't take it anymore. We can go do anything you want. Go shopping for your prom dress, go to the field behind the school, heck! I'll even go cloud watching with you just to not be HERE. Please " I begged. I was getting really good at this, she was actually giving in. I could see the giving in showing on her face. I just pouted one more time and she was in.
" Fine " she said as she shut her locker and faced me " but you're taking me dress shopping. Prom is two days away and I haven't even started looking for the perfect dress plus since, as you said I have to look "Good" because we'll be getting loads of attention, I need your opinion on what I should wear cause I don't want to pick the wrong dress and end up regretting my prom because the dress was ugly and I cried in the corner for the entire evening because you- "
" Ally " I tried to interrupt her noticing she was starting to tear up.
" -decided how you prefered Kira and your popularity so you dumped me, only to go back to that witch who cheated on you in the first place and you and she ended up being prom king and queen and- "
" Ally! " I shook her and she stopped talking, crying violently by now. She dropped into my arms and I didn't hesitate to wrap my arms around her petite body. Why would she think I would do that? I hate Kira and she knows it. I would never in a million years pick Kira over my beautiful, charming, adorkable and gorgeous girlfriend. My love for Ally is so strong it can't be expressed by words, how could she think I'd do that, I mean seriously. It's like picking second place when the gold medal in within your reach. " Why would you think I would do that? "
" Forget it... I-I just.. It's nothing " She said and pulled herself out of my arms, only for me to pull her back " Ally, I'm not kidding. This weird behaving is getting quite serious, you should tell me what's going on. I'm here to listen "
" Can you please just forget about it " She mumbled as she pulled away from me and walked down the hall, heading for the exit. I followed her, not quite understanding why she was acting that way. She reached the car and got in as fast as she could and I followed behind, starting the car as I got in.
" I think you should tell me why you're worried about that Als " I said as I started driving.
" God Austin, just let it go will ya? "
" You know I care about you Als "
I heard her let out a sigh " I do "
" And you know I want you to be happy "
Another sigh followed " I do "
" Then please tell me... "
" I will, but just not yet "
Why not? It won't make much of a difference if she tells me now or later. Well, if she tells me now I'll help her get through it, you know, the sooner she gets it off her chest the better. " Just promise it's going to happen soon "
She nodded her head, still looking out the window, away from me " I promise "
" Good, you need to tell me as soon as you feel comfortable talking about it "
" Don't worry Austin, I will " She said and finally turned to look at me. Only now I could see her watery eyes, threatening to drop the tears. My gaze softened. She was really hurting and holding it back. I wish she just opened up to me, I already know her by heart so she doesn't need to hide anything from me or feel frightened by me. I love her for pancake's sake, she can tell me and I will do all in my power to make her happy. Ally. My Ally. I knew she was still looking at me while I drove the car but didn't dare to turn my head and look at her. I mean I was driving after all so it was better to keep my eyes on the road.
I parked the car quickly and got out. I know it was cliche, but I went over to her side and held the door open for her and held out my hand for her to take it. I heard her holding back a laugh as she grabbed a hold of my hand and I helped her stand up. I shut the door and she already started walking toward the mall. Now it might be pretty obvious that I don't like shopping, but the least I could do is pretend that I want to be here. After all, it's either this or going back to school.
She dragged me through ten shops, trying on about fifteen dresses at each. They all looked perfect on her, but she was determine to find that one dress that's going to be "the one". Even though I thought she looked flawless in each dress she still somehow found something that wasn't right.
I was waiting for her to try out another dress as we speak. It wasn't that I didn't like the dresses she picked in this shop, it was just how they all showed too much. If you know what I mean. She didn't seem to mind as if she was oblivious to all the guys who are going to be observing her. On the other hand, I was worried out of my mind that she was going to pick one dress in particular. It was a really short black dress, that showed her underwear if she bent. It also didn't hide her back either and her shoulders were uncovered as well. All in all, it showed too much.
" Austin " I heard her call out and jumped on my feet, heading over to the changing room door " Yeah Als? " " Can you come in here and help me, I can't zip up the dress ". I chuckled to myself and quickly got inside her changing room. As my gaze landed upon the beautiful brunette my mouth fell open. I was speechless. This dress was nothing alike the other she tried, it was just plain amazing. It was a light yellow color and ended just above her knees. I liked how it wasn't too tight around her hips but louse instead. I wouldn't mind if maybe it was a bit longer though, but I guess that the length was alright considering the other dresses she had tried on were unspeakably short. All in all, it was perfect.
" Is it that bad? " I heard Ally ask and shook my head. " Quite the contrary dear, it looks great. So what do you need help with? " her cheeks turned a light red color as I spoke but she tried to hide it by turning around, so her back was turned to me, and showing me the zipper that she needed me to help her with. I could still see her bright, red cheeks in the mirror as I approached her and zipped up her dress so that she could see how it looked on her. She didn't look satisfied by what she saw, unlike me. I was going to buy her that dress whether she liked it or not.
" Do you think it looks okay? " I heard her question as she tried to fix it in the mirror. In attempt to stop her, I wrapped my arms around her petite, little waist and pulled her into under my grip. She didn't protest as she watched us in the mirror. " I told you it looks great, in fact I think that's the one " I whispered into her ear. She observed herself from head to toe in the mirror one more time before speaking up " You really think so? " " Yes "
" Alright then, I guess we found it "
I looked at myself in the mirror. God do I hate it when my mum makes me dress up. I look as if I'm going to prom tonight and not going down to have dinner. So instead of wearing the suit my mum prepared for me, I decided to just wear a hoodie and jeans. It's not like I'm going anywhere.
I heard knocking on my bedroom door and groaned as I crashed down on the bed " Austin can I come in? " I heard Ally's voice speak out and shouted " Yeah ". She opened the door and walked in, crashing down on the bed next to me. " I am so tired " she whispered against the pillow.
" Why? " I questioned and her eyes suddenly opened. She sat up and looked at me, recognising my curious gaze as she did. I knew that the reason she hasn't been sleeping is the same reason why she's been acting strange lately. It wasn't hard to tell considering her reaction. " Um, I just... M-my dad kept me up all n-night s-so I didn't get to sleep " She slowly spoke out, struggling to form the words. I followed her lead and sat up to take her hands into mine.
Her gaze glued to my and we both knew it was time she told me what was really going on.
" Austin I can't " She started and I could see the fear in her eyes as she made our fingers intertwine. Like she was trying to make sure I won't leave.
I made circles with my thumb on her hand, in attempt to calm her down. I did. " You and I both know that you can " I brought her hand up and kissed it " I love you and I promise to help you through whatever "
I saw the hesitation in her. She licked her lips and finally looked away from me, into the pain blue wall of my room. " You promise? " she spoke up, unsure if it was the right thing to say. " I promise "
She locked her gaze with mine again and nodded, making sure to intertwine our fingers again. " So the reason I've been acting weird lately and the reason why I couldn't sleep is " she took a deep breath and looked down " I'm afraid Austin "
I sincerely looked at her, then placed two fingers on her chin and lifted it up so that she was facing me again " Afraid of what? "
Her gaze was now fully focused on mine, and I made sure to observe every move she made " I'm afraid I'm going to louse you "
" Why would you louse me Ally? " I asked her, noticing her eyes getting watery. I don't want her to cry, that would mean she's been holding in all in. " Because Austin I " she paused " I've been having these dreams, well more like nightmares to be exact "
" What were they about? "
She let out a sigh and shook her head. She couldn't say more, but I think I had a hint.
" They were about how I replaced you with Kira weren't they? " I asked her and she nodded " Oh, Ally. Come here " I opened my arms and she let me pull her under my grip " you know I'd never pick Kira over you. You're the one I love, dear. You're my world not her. "
She sniffed and I rubbed her arms slowly, notifying that I was there and not going anywhere. " I know that " she said through tears " but it all seemed so real- "
I stopped her before she could say anymore " -but it wasn't " I told her " It is never going to happen "
" Can you promise me that? " she asked as she pulled slightly out of my arms to look up at me.
" I can and do promise you that " I told her and leaned in to peck her lips. She smiled and I felt victorious, I got her happy again. My life seemed complete.
The doorbell went of and I stood up extending my hand for Ally " Come on, we should go greet the guests ". She gladly excepted my hand and let me pull her up. We quickly made our way downstairs to see my mum standing at the door ready to open it.
" Oh good you're here " She took a deep breath and opened the door. I couldn't believe my eyes. Melody was standing on my porch with her dad, both of them dressed up. Then there was also a boy next to Mel, who is, I'm assuming, her boyfriend. I couldn't help but glare at him.
Melody's gaze fell upon me " Austin? ".
I was just as shocked as she was. If she's here that must mean that my mum is her mum, meaning that... She's my sister.
Soon she ran inside and wrapped her arms around me, pulling me into a hug. I hugged her back, lifting her lightly of the ground as I did so.
" I'll take it that you two know each other " Melody's dad spoke up and Melody pulled away to look at him and nod her head. As she turned around her gaze flew to my mum who was looking at her already. She made a small step towards her as I pushed her lightly. I could sense that she was nervous, heck, everybody could see it.
" H-hi mum " she choked out and my mum smiled. So did I.
Tbc