So sorry its been so long since my last update. I had things going on in my family & then my laptop broke and had to be repaired-_-
Anyway, here's the new chapter!
"He just walked away?"
I sighed, running my hands down my face. "Yep"
"Have you spoke to him since?"
"I've been here with you, Christina. When could i have possibly spoken to him?" I snapped.
She stared at me, eyebrows raised.
I sighed. "Sorry, I just, don't know what to do"
Christina squinted her eyes at me. "You really like him?"
I nodded slowly. "I don't know what it is, but being around him made me feel better"
"Okay. Then you gotta talk to him"
"I will..."
"Now" She snapped.
"Now? C'mon, it's 11pm"
"Fine" She sighed. "Tomorrow"
I rolled my eyes.
"Tomorrow, Tris" Christina repeated. "I still can't believe you've only just told me about this now. So you're going to accept my help"
I'd gotten back from Italy 4 days ago, but only just told Christina about Tobias and I since i hadn't wanted to talk about it any other time.
"Fine" I sighed.
I stood up and threw my bag other my shoulder.
"I'll see you tomorrow"
I said goodbye to Will -Christina's husband- before leaving. As soon as I got home I went straight to bed.
I woke to three text messages from Christina. They were all along the lines of 'have you talked to him yet?'I ignored them all and got dressed, ready for a lousy day at work.
I left my house, numerous tattoo designs held under my arms and clicked the button on my car keys to unlock the door.
"Hey, so how was Italy?" Marlene beamed at me as soon as I walked through the door.
"Good" I nodded.
"Just... Good?"
I laughed while throwing the papers down at my desk. "Fine it was amaaazing" I said dragging out the last word.
She giggled. "That's better"
I sat down in front of my computer and began to upload the pictures of tattoo designs. Marlene worked in the front of the shop today, actually drawing on the tattoos. By lunch time I was bored of staring at a computer screen and wanted to go for a walk.
"Hey, Mar. I'm gonna get a coffee. Do you want anything?" I asked while throwing my bag over my shoulder.
She shook her head, focusing on her work. "I'm good thanks"
I heard the faint tingle of the door bell as I pulled it open. The shop was only a few meters away, so I knew I wouldn't be gone long. On my way there I decided to text Christina back.
'Just give me some time, I will eventua-'
My phone slipped from my hands and into another pair that swiftly caught it.
I gasped. "Sorry!" I said once I realised I had bumped into somebody.
My eyes grew wide once I looked up. It was Tobias. He looked at me and half smiled.
"What are the odds?" He chuckled.
I quickly smiled to get rid of my dumbfounded expression.
"Of all the years we've both lived in Dauntless, we only just bump into each other now"
I scoffed. "I know right?"
All the nervous feelings I had a second ago suddenly disappear and everything feels normal again. It doesn't feel like I haven't spoken to him in almost a week. It feels like we are old friends... although neither of them are true.
"How've you been? How's Riley?" He asked.
"Great. He's fine" I paused. "He's asked about you actually"
"Oh yeah?" Tobias smirked.
I laughed lightly. "Yeah. 'where's Four? can I see him again?' "I tried to imitate him.
He chuckled. "Tori should never have told you my nickname" He scratched the back of his neck.
I giggled. "Its not so bad."
There was a short silence. It made me wonder what was running through his mind right now. He probably wishes he could walk away. He probably still hates me. I wouldn't blame him either. I sighed at my thoughts which caught Tobias' attention as his eyes snapped up to mine.
"Are you-"
"I'm sorry" I blurted out, then sighed again. "Look Tobias, I know you probably hate me but I just need you to know that I really am sorry. I have no idea why I got so jealous and..." I let my words trail off while I ran my fingers through my hair.
I looked at him. His eyes looked thoughtful. "It's in the past right?"
I nodded.
"If I can forget about it, so can you"
I took that as a - I forgive you now shut up.
I smiled, grateful that he forgave me.
"Friends?" He smirked.
"Friends" I confirmed. "I better get back to work now."
"Oh, yeah, same."
I smiled then began to walk past him.
"Tris?"
I stopped in my tracks and looked over my shoulder.
"You still have my number right? Just... y'know. Text me anytime." He looked down as his cheeks turned a light pink.
I smirked. "Thanks, Tobias. For... For giving me another chance." I half smiled.
"Don't mention it. Besides, I kinda missed you... and your crazy nephew." He chuckled.
I laughed. "See you around."
I walked away with a smile plastered on my face. I was beyond happy that I had sorted things out with Tobias. Of course I still liked him, but I had to ignore my feelings right now before I ruined it all again.
I huffed as I pulled myself from the couch.
Knock, Knock, Knock.
I opened the door to reveal an angry looking Christina. I stepped to the side and she walked straight in.
"Whats up?" I smirked.
"Whats up? How about you tell me whats going on?"
"What?"
"I've been texting you all day, Tris. This is your first real guy problem and I want to help."
I rolled my eyes. Yes, this was my first real guy problem. Embarrassing right? But I didn't need Christina to remind me. She's always been like this though. Overly girly, and desperate to help me. She already had the perfect life. Husband and a Child, and I knew she wanted the same for me.
"You'll be please to know then..."
"Know what?" Her eyes grew wide as she pulled me over to the couch.
I laughed at her excitement.
"I spoke to him."
"You did?!"
I shoved her shoulder. "Don't look so surprised!"
She laughed. "Sorry, I just... Anyway, what happened?"
"I was on my way to get coffee and I bumped into him."
"Just like that? Like in a movie?"
I giggled. "Yep"
She narrowed her eyes at me. "Continue..."
"And well, we just got talking. I apologised and he said we could still be friends"
"Aw" She cooed.
"There's more." I winked.
Her face lit up. "What?"
"He said I can text him anytime and that he missed me"
There was no hiding it now. I was smiling like an idiot.
"No wonder you look so happy!" She laughed.
I told Christina that I had the day off work tomorrow and she could sleep over.
I was making drink in the kitchen when I heard Christina shout.
"Tris?"
"Yeah?"
"Can I put this film on?"
I looked over my shoulder to see her holding up 'Letters to Juliet'
"Sure"
I finished the drinks and carried them into the living room.
"Oh, I almost forgot to tell you"
"What?" I asked before slamming down onto the couch.
"I'm thinking of having a party for my birthday. Would you come?"
I furrowed my eyebrows. "What sort of question is that? Of course I'll be coming. I'm your best friend"
She laughed. "I know. I was just checking so I wouldn't have to drag you there"
I laughed too. "It'll be fun."
She turned to face me. One eyebrow lifted and a smirk on her face.
"What?" I asked suspiciously.
"Why don't you invite Tobias?"
I rolled my eyes. How didn't I see that one coming?
"Christina..."
"Oh c'mon, Tris. I thought you said you guys were friends now? Besides, like you said. It'll be fun."
"I don't want to ruin things again."
"Tris." Christina sat up. "He told you to text him. He said he missed you. If anything, he could have pushed things already." She sighed. "Just take a chance for once."
It did sound like a good idea.
"Fine"
I sent a text to Tobias.
'I know its short notice but, this weekend is my friend's birthday and shes having a party. Would you like to come?'
It'd been 15 minutes and he hadn't replied. What if he was trying to make up an excuse to why he couldn't come. I shook the thought from my mind when I felt the light buzzing from my phone. I looked down to a lit up screen.
'Sure, sounds good. Text me the details tomorrow. Goodnight Tris x'
I held my phone in front of Christina's face and she laughed.
"What?"
"Its just good to see you so happy."
I looked away before she could see my cheeks blushing. I guess I was happy. I don't know how he had such an effect on me.
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