Broken

Chapter: 12

A/N: I'm soo sorry for not updating in so long! But things have been kind of crazy… I just finished state testing, and I've had some troubles with friends… and guys. Ugh… anyway, I've finally decided to type up this chapter hurray! Plus, I'm writing another story (VaughnXChelsea) and I think it's gonna be pretty good. Catching Fireflies is the name, so check it out sometime. Alright back to the story! (Finally)

Chelsea:

The island well wasn't exactly what I expected… it's kind of a dump! The roads are trashed, most of the houses are torn up, and the houses that look livable aren't exactly mansions. The population of Sunshine Island consists of an old man, his middle aged daughter, and her two kids (who still live at home….), a chunky lady and her slutty daughter, a Chinese dude and his bratty son, a one hit wonder, a smelly fisherman, and a rich family who doesn't bother mingling with us "simple minded folk."

But the island itself is beautiful. The beach, the mountain, I can't get enough! I really think I can call this place home. I can't say I was very enthusiastic the first day I got here though. When Mark and I got off the old lookin' ferry, the entire town (which wasn't very impressive) was waiting on the beach for us. They even clapped and cheered for us… I guess not much happens in this town. The old man walked up and shook both our hands, smiling proudly.

"Welcome, youngsters, the names Taro! I'll show ya around our wonderful little island!"

Mark returned a nervous grin and grabbed my hand. "I'm Mark. This is Chelsea… We're here for the farming job you offered in the newspaper."

Taro continued to smile like a freak. "Of coarse you are! We've been waiting for you guys! Come, Come there's much to see and learn!"

We followed the energetic little old man around the entire town. It was small, and I couldn't believe people were able to live here… it seemed uninhabitable. Finally, Taro showed us to our ranch, and I must say I was a little angry. The fields were bare, old and dried out… the barn, chicken coops, and stable were completely demolished, there was a giant rock in front of what was supposed to be our rice patty fields. Weeds, rocks and wood scattered the entire place, and the house that we were supposed to live in was small, broken, and looked on the verge of collapsing. I don't want to even describe the inside….

"Well, I know it doesn't look like much you two, but with some work, and tender loving care, it will be a lively ranch in no time!"

Mark and I looked at each other, then back at the old man. I'm pretty sure we were thinking the same thing: You're crazy! This place is a dump... it'll take a miracle to fix this!

"Well, it seems, Taro sir, we have a lot of work to do. If you don't mind…" Mark stated.

"Oh! Of coarse… you two do have a lot of work to do. Be sure to get good rest," Taro laughed. He then handed us two measly bags of turnips. We then watched as the old man walked down the pathetic dirt road. I sighed in disappointment. How are we going to do this? I was crazy to think I could manage a farm, let alone this piece of crap.

"Well Chelsea, we better get changed and ready to get to work!"

I looked at Mark as if he was crazy. Does he really thin we can fix this disaster? "Mark… let's get out of here! We can't fix this dump… and didn't you hear that loon? The money WE make will be spent on fixing this place. There's no way I can do it!"

Mark chuckled and kissed me softly on the cheek. "Chelsea, together we can fix the world! Come on, this is our dream! And to think we can start from scratch! Let's do this together!"

I smiled cheerfully at him, and we walked back to the house. After grabbing a bite to eat, a shower, and a wardrobe change we got to work. I got started on the fields while Mark fixed up the animal barns. By sunset, the fields looked amazing, the turnips were planted and watered, and mark had completely fixed the animal barn, and the chicken coop and stable were just about finished. To be honest, it looked amazing for only one day. I was actually feeling as if we could make this a great home, and town. This little island farm will be a legend!

We made our way to the house after I placed the weeds and rocks into the shipping bin, and placed the chopped wood by the house, since the storage bin was still being fixed up. We both were sweating, and ready for bed. But our work wasn't finished… The house was still a dusty, smelly, cave. Mark had borrowed some cleaning supplies from Felicia, and we bought some furniture with the little money we brought with us. Cranking up the music, we scrubbed the place down. After three and half hours of dusting, scrubbing and frustrating furniture placement, the house looked fairly neat. A king sized bed, with some new bedding was in the corner, a little couch and TV, with a little rug and coffee table was in the middle of the open space, a table set was by a tiny fridge and kitchen to the left, and a bookshelf, a phone and some flowers brightened up the tiny home. It was all looking really good, and I was pretty stoked.

"Well, Chelsea you still thinking about leaving," Mark said with a know-it-all smirk.

"Nope! You and the old guy were right; all this place need was some T.L.C!"

Mark laughed, and began taking some pots and pans out we borrowed from Mirabelle, and began cookin up some grub. I sat down on the couch, totally defeated, and clicked on the TV. I sat there thinking how lucky I am. I have a wonderful life, boyfriend, and I'm ready to take on anything. Only being eighteen for a day, I have a house, job, and my future is looking bright. Can this day get any better?

After we ate some hamburger helper and milk; we each took a shower and went right to bed.

Lying in bed, Mark sighed and looked over at me. "I think this is where we belong, Chelsea."

"I think so too… Mark… I love you," I whispered.

"I love you too, Chels."

That night, I curled up close to Mark, waiting for another great day that will bring me closer and closer to having what I've always wanted; A family and a great farm. But my mind was on this silver haired boy… someone who seemed so familiar. And I couldn't stop thinking about him.

…..broken…

"One of these days, we'll get married. I just know it!"

"I'll never forget you… Vau-"

The sound of the alarm woke me up with a startle. Another one of those dreams… the one with that silver haired boy. Why can't I ever get a good look at his face, or ever catch his name? I shake my head, forgetting the silly dream and looked out the window. The sun was still rising above the hills, and the sky was still pink and orange. 6:00 am is way to early…

Mark is tangled up in the blankets and snoring. I giggle when I see his hair sticking out every which way, and gently shake his arm to wake him up.

"Rise and shine, Mark! Time to get to work!"

"Five more minutes…"

I blew the bangs out of my face in frustration, a habit I need to break, and I make some coffee. After a shower, breakfast, and aspirin, we get to work.

I look at my watch, groaning when I see the time, knowing we probably have a good five hours left of work to do, I look over at Mark who's on the roof, replacing the shingles.

"Mark, I'm going into town to see if Mirabelle has any cows for sale!"

"Alright, Chelsea! I'll be here!"

I wipe the sweat of my forehead, and run down the dirt path. I probably look a mess, but I don't really care. It's not like I haven't been working my ass off or anything. I go around town, greeting everyone, even met a new family. Some big dude named Gannon, and his beautiful, but kinda snobby daughter, Eliza. After talking to everyone and picking some flowers (I get distracted easily...) I finally went to Mirabelle's shop. Julia is pretty nice, but I really wish she wore something a little less… well I wish she wore more. Mirabelle is nice, but she seems sort of familiar for some reason.

"Hey, Chelsea! How can I help ya sweetie?"

"I was wondering if you had any animals in stock. Mark and I have been fixing up the ranch, and we're ready for some animals."

Mirabelle grinned cheerfully, "Of coarse Chelsea, but I'm afraid I'm out of animals. My animal dealer is going to be here Wednesday though."

"Oh, what's their name," I say curiously.

"Well, he's actually my son! His name is Vaughn, and he's just wonderful with animals... people not so much, so please excuse his rude behavior."

I laugh, making Mirabelle and Julia give me an odd look.

"Mirabelle, I'm good with people. I can make even the most anti-social grump laugh."

"Vaughn's a different story, Hun. He hardly even talks to us… He's been through a lot…"

"Hush up, Julia," Mirabelle growls.

I laugh nervously and thank Mirabelle for her time. I couldn't have left the little shop any faster… man that was awkward.

I wonder who this Vaughn guy is…

….

Vaughn:

Ugh… Tuesday… Time to go back to that dump, I should call home. I grab my overnight bag, hat, and ticket and head out the door. Something I've done for years and years to come. I just can't wait to get this over with.

"Hey Vaughn, headin' to Sunshine Islands again?"

"Just like every Tuesday."

Jake, the captain of this crappy ferry I take to the island, pointed me towards my seat. I make my way over, putting my hat over my face to take a quick nap before I get to "The best place in the world!" Yeah right….

Not even a second after I close my eyes, I get a text from none other than my wonderful 'sister,' Julia. Oh joy…. I need a cigarette.

Julia: OMG! Vaughn, you're going to love the new rancher Chelsea! She's soooo cute!

Re: I don't care. How many times do I tell you, I don't want to date anyone.

Julia: :( aww… hey, I think she has a bf anyway. You need a gf, Vaughnie!

After that, I turned my phone off and shove it in my pocket. Goddess, she's so annoying. Soon enough, I'm on the dock of this island once again. As I walk back to Mirabelle's, I can't help but notice all the improvements. Taro's house is fixed up, a few of the roads have been developed, and there aren't the usual crap scattered around the place. Guess that new rancher couple has done some good to this place… maybe it'll be a bit more enjoyable to visit.

I walk into the old, animal shop and look around… Looks like Mirabelle has been preparing for a large shipment. Great! More work for me!

"Vaughn! You're finally here!"

Suddenly, I'm being hugged to death by the most annoying girl on the planet.

"Jules get off of me," I growl. This makes Julia shiver, and let go. I can be scary when I want to be (Mwahaha)

"Welcome home sweetie… how was your trip?"

I shrug. "Same as always, Mirabelle. So I guess those ranchers will want some animals soon huh?"

Mirabelle nodded, and handed me a list of all the animals they'll be ordering. Are you kidding me? This will take weeks to fill out! I'll have to stay on the island for an entire month! I glare at Mirabelle and shove the damn paper in my pocket, and pull out my cigarettes.

"That reminds me, Vaughn I want you to go introduce yourself to the new farmers. They live up the old dirt road by Taro's house. Oh, and no smoking!"

I groan, and push the cigarette back into the pack, and put them back into my pocket. Goddess, I hate meeting new people. It's awkward.

Before I can say anything, Mirabelle is pushing me out the door. I stumble, and I swear if looks could kill, Mirabelle would be dead. But all she does is smile, close the door, and locks it. Damn… I guess I have to go say howdy do to the new suckers.

I walk up the path to the farm, and see how much it's improved in the short week I've been gone. I stand at the door and knock quietly, and I begin to question if they're even home. But as I'm about to walk away, a woman girl opens the old wooden door.

I stop breathing, and a lump begins to form in my throat. This… no she can't be.

"Hello?"

Her voice is so sweet… just like hers.

"H-Hello. The names Vaughn… I'm the animal dealer. I'm only here Wednesdays and Thursdays. Good bye," I say quietly and as fast as possible. And the second I finish, I turn around and make my way back home.

"Wait! Hey, ummm my names Chelsea," She yells.

When I hear this, I try my best to fight back tears. No… It's just some horrible coincidence. But her eyes… they're the same sapphire blue. I bite my lip, trying to make sense of all this.

Finally, I run towards the mountain where I know I can be alone. I end up by the old abandoned church and spring. I look around to see if anyone's here and I fall to the ground. How could this be possible? Chelsea died ten years ago… this is just some sort of. I don't know. But that's not her. It can't be.

But whoever this girl is, the one who reminds me of her… I hate her. I want her to leave, and never come back. I hate her more than anyone.

"Damnit… why me," I growl.

Just then, Sabrina walks up behind me. "Why you what?"

I jump, and quickly wipe away the tears. I get up and storm past the annoying mousy girl.

"Vaughn, wait I'm sorry… I didn't mean to, don't go."

I continue to walk away, but she gently grabs my hand. I look at her shocked, and then look away when I start to blush.

"What do you want Sabrina," I whisper.

Sabrina lets go and turns crimson red. "I-I wanted to know what was wrong. You seem upset."

I give her a dirty look, and pull my hat towards my face. Like it's any of her business…

"Nothing, Sabrina. Go home. I want to be alone."

Sabrina sadly looks down at the ground… and walks away. A part of me wants to call her back and tell her everything, but I know I can never do that. I looked up at the bright blue spring sky and sighed. I could almost feel that one lonely door opening, slowly but surely.

A/N: Finally, I finished this chapter! I know it wasn't worth the wait, but I still hope you liked it! Anyway, if you have any suggestions Id love to hear 'em. Just leave a review and/or a message on my profile!