Chapter 14

New Love

The sun was slowly rising down. A yawn was heard. A woman walked out from an flying vehicle, which was parked outside a tall tree house. She was wearing blue and dark blue dress, with yellow stars, and white shoes. Her light black glasses shone in the dimming sun. "Thank you." she said politely to a TKND Officer. He stared at her. She flicked her hair from her eyes. She whistled as she walked. She seemed.. Different.. Somehow. She wasn't mad anymore.. Or crazy. She strolled down the long winding hill. "Hey." she greeted the passer-bys. They stared at her. Her mobile phone rang, she jumped. Almost forgetting that she had one.

"Mum! Thank goodness, we thought you were going to be in there for years." said Rebecca. "Oh, hiya honey." said Lizzie sweetly. She heard Rebecca gasped. Lizzie was hardly ever nice.. "Are you feeling okay?" asked Susan, who grabbed the phone. "Never better.. Anyway my little two ducklings tell your Father, we're getting an divorce.. He is too harsh with kids, and evil minded.. I can't handle it anymore." replied Lizzie. Silence filled the phone. Lizzie took it as a cue to turn off the phone. Lizzie continued walking, until she got near the Mall. It was near closing time, but she didn't care. She quickly made her way through the crowds of people, that were piling out the entrance. She took in some air. She pushed past the bodies, and made her way to the top level of the Mall.

The shop, Gabriella's Fashion, was standing near the escalators. Lizzie squealed. She ran over to the shop, and began to pick up the beautiful pink high-heel boots, black slim dresses, and light blue hair-bands. "Sorry Mam, but the store is closing." said an assistant. Lizzie's face dropped down. "But I really need clothes." she pleaded, a small tear fell down her cheek. "Well, since you are paying, I'll let you stay for an extra five minutes." the girl replied, while winking. Lizzie grinned, and clapped her hands together. She began to grab clothes, and shoes. As she placed them all on the counter, and she handed over a gold-plated credit-card. "Well, everything is on my Ex-husband." she giggled. The assistant laughed nervously along with her. She gave Lizzie her bags, and the women left the store.

Lizzie began whistling, her life was turning around slowly.. But she was now a divorcee, and had no one to love her. She sighed. A voice sounded above everyone. She sighed even more, and quickly hurried down stairs. Near the entrance, was a small Arcade. A shout was heard. She jumped. "Blasted machine!" said a manly voice. Lizzie peered into the Arcade. A man, with brown stylish hair, and black rimmed glasses stood not far from a machine. He was trying to pick up a toy, with the claw. But failed. (The Claw! - Sorry reference to Toy Story) He began thumping his fists on the machine. "Please Sir, it's closing time." said the Arcade's Manager. "But I need to get that toy!" he demanded. His white t-shirt, with the grey jacket moved with him. His dark blue jeans looked perfect, with his black sneakers. "But you can always come back to-.." began the man. "No! I need to get it! It's a challenge, and I will over-come it!" he shouted, and started the game again. The man rolled his eyes, and entered a side room. "Herbie?" asked Lizzie. Herbie turned around slowly. "Oh thank god, I thought you were my big sister." he said, with relief. He began to play the game again. "Em, do you remember who I am?" she asked. "Sure, you're the girl who works at the café.. No?" he replied, while not taking his eyes off the machine. "No.. It's me Lizzie." she replied, with hurt in her eyes. He stood still. "Really?" he asked breathlessly, while not believing everything. Lizzie nodded. He whirled around and grabbed her by her sides, and swung her around. "I thought you were dead.. Or worst.. Kidnapped." he replied. She smiled softly. "No, I was in the Evil Villain Centre. They made me better." she commented softly. He grinned, and put her down. "So, how are things." he asked, while returning to the game. A loud noise was heard. He smiled, and laughed as the pink teddy fell down, and landed near his feet. He picked it up from the floor, as the Manager came out of the side room. "Please leave now.. Or security will come." he demanded. Herbie rolled his eyes. He took hold of Lizzie's hand, and stalked out of the Mall. They stood outside in the Car Park. All of the lights had finally clicked off in the Mall, and the dark abyss was only seen through the see-through glass. "Thanks for being there.. You're really a lucky charm." stated Herbie. He handed her the pink teddy-bear. "No, I couldn't." she demanded. He didn't take a no for an answer. "Sorry, I didn't really need the bear. I only play the game to actually beat it. It's a challenge, and I've finally beaten it." he grinned. Lizzie rolled her eyes.

The pair entered a small café, that sat across the Dentist. Lizzie sipped on her strawberry milkshake, as Herbie dug into a large piece of chocolate cake. "So, how are things, like I mentioned earlier." Herbie said, while repeating the question. His mouth was full of cake. "Well, I just divorced Jimmy, I want to start a new life." she replied. Herbie began to choke. "So you're single?" he asked, while not believing her. "Yip, and I'm glad.. The relationship wasn't working." she replied. Her phone began to ring. Jimmy was on the other line. She stared at the screen. No way, was that ass ruining this for her. She clicked her phone off. "So, what about you?" she asked gently. He picked at the remaining crumbs of the cake. "Have no one.. Since I am unattractive." he whispered. She stared at him. He was hot, as Lava! She clasped her hand over his. "I think you're quite handsome." Lizzie replied. Herbie blushed lightly. She batted her eyelashes.

"So, that Nigel rumour about him wearing Rainbow Monkey pants was true!" laughed Herbie. Lizzie nodded. "And they weren't attractive!" she chuckled. The adults were sitting on a Park Bench. "Wow, that is hilarious." Herbie said, with tears in his eyes. Lizzie giggled. She stared into his eyes. He smiled. They both stared for what seemed minutes, until Herbie cupped Lizzie's cheek, and pulled her close. She returned the kiss. Their tongues exploring each other's mouths.

The new couple gazed at the darkened night. Stars, and the bright moon danced in the sky. A couple of fireworks exploded in the air. "Wow, this was the best Valentine's Day. Ever." stated Herbie. Lizzie cuddled into him. She felt safe, and in love, for once. Of course she did love Jimmy, but it was on and off sometimes. All she could think of was Nigel.. With Rachel. It gave her the hate she needed to destroy his life. But since she failed at that, it was now a new story, for her to actually live a normal life. And her Happy Ending.

"Look, it's a shooting star!" shouted Herbie excitedly. He closed his eyes shut. She gasped slightly, and did the same. They both wished to stay together forever, and have a brilliant life together. "Did you make a wish?" he asked. Lizzie smiled, and kissed him softly on his lips. "Of course, I did." she replied. Her phone began to beep again. Fourteen missed calls from her Ex-husband. She placed her phone back in her pocket, and kissed Herbie yet again. He chuckled, while she sat on top of him. "Please never leave me." she pleaded. "I wouldn't dream of it." he said softly. He began to tickling her sides. Her eyes were filled with tears, and her sides hurt. But she didn't care, she was happy. Truly happy. She hadn't been this happy, since the time Nigel danced with her at the Delightful Children's Party. She had finally found her true love. Even though it was her second. Her first love didn't matter, for she had a new love. She couldn't wait for the wedding in Summer.

Sorry, if it's short. Couldn't think of anything else.. Anyway in a rush, since I need to go to bed, and get up early to go shopping. Good Night everyone, and don't be afraid of sending me reviews, or messages. Bye.

Littlemissfg.