CHAPTER 8THE MONSTERAIDEN“We apologize for any inconvenience this must have caused.” My eyes run through the last words of the email and I slam my laptop shut. I an trying not to feel too disappointed but I’m failing miserably.Yet another manufacturer has declined, yet another dead end. I study the blueprint next to me with a deepening frown. The designs for my solar powered cars are basically complete however there is still a monumental problem; I have yet to find a manufacturer that creates such powerful yet small solar panels like I designed in the prints. In stallion automobiles the design and aesthetics of the car are very important. Nobody wants to drive a car with a giant solar panel just sitting on top.“What should I do?” my father and I planned to launch this car within the next three years but now it seems it will have to be delayed further. How hard is to make a compact solar panel?!Brrrrr!!!The alarm goes off causing my to heart race with excitement. Its 11:00 that m
CHAPTER 9Smile And WaveELIANI gently tap Aiden’s shoulder, his tightly shut eyes pry open, taking in the interior of the bar. I have to say it looks better than I anticipated. A candle lit chandelier, huge barrels to store the beer, lots of polished wood, and soft jazz music. It really sells the vibe of 1800’s bar. I like it, it’s warm and cozy. It makes me want to forget all my troubles at the door and just have drinks with a friend. I suppose that’s what the designer intended.I turn to Aiden with a wide smile, ‘do you like it?’ I really hope he does I can tell we can have a lot of fun here.He nods fervently.Thank God, ‘Okay good, should we sit?’He stares fearfully at the few customers scattered about, who don’t even raise their heads to spare us a glance. His face turns pale as his huge eyes find mine.‘They won’t bite.’ I reassure him, squeezing his shoulder gently, ‘they won’t bite I promise.’He nods in understanding. I take his clammy hands in mine, leading us to a table a
CHAPTER 10We Can Die Another DayAIDEN“What’s wrong with you?” Aunt Clara asks eying me with concern.“I’m a little tired.” I lie.“Is it the solar project? Is that what’s stressing you out so much?”“Yes that’s what the problem is.” It’s definitely not because I have been gallivanting the city with a handsome stranger.She sighs, placing her tea down, “you know you don’t have to handle it alone right? You can give it to me, I can help you.”“No thanks, that’s all I have I can’t give that to you too.”She winces, “what does that mean?”“That its mine and mine alone Aunt Clara” I reply trying not to roll my eyes, she like to play the victim in every situation, “can we stop talking now? My head hurts too much.”“Well since you don’t need me ever I’m off to work,” she huffs, cat-walking out.“adios.” I mutter.Yesterday was amazing of course it’s just that I always have to pay for it in the morning, and eventually it will catch up to me. Maybe I should re-arrange my schedule to accommod
CHAPTER 11MADAMEELIANDespite my throbbing headache I still managed to set a goal for myself this morning; find out what is in the last room and try to act normal when I see Janet but my intuition tells me the former will definitely be harder.“Okay Eli lets go.” I whisper to myself as I open the kitchen door. To my immense joy Janet is not here but there are five notes on the table titled with the names of different workers with my name on the third. The note reads;“Scrub the entire balcony, TWICE, the chairs tables and water the flowers there as well. I will be back before lunch.”I roll my eyes as I rip the note to shreds. Scrub the balcony twice? twice!? why!? Did someone die there?! I honestly don’t know if Janet hates me particularly or she’s just an annoyingly meticulous person. A quick glance at the other notes and I’m still not certain. I suppress a groan as I take my cleaning supplies and walk to the balcony. In my next life I won’t ever get caught stealing, never, ever, e
CHAPTER 12Never Have I EverAiden“Moisturizer, serum, cleanser, sunscreen, facemask, exfoliating scrub…” all of this on just one person’s face? I stare in shock at the products listed in the article. On my outing with Elian tonight I decided to put in some effort into how I looked. The first thing that came to mind was skincare but…goddamn it's a lot. Especially since my outing is only two hours away. I decide to leave the skin care stuff for now. I don’t necessarily have bad skin but it could certainly be better.I sigh as I ransack my wardrobe for something to wear. I settle for dark cotton pants, a white t shirt and a flannel. It’s simple yes but I don’t look like an orphaned adult anymore so I think it does the trick. I study my reflection in the mirror to find any imperfections or rather any way too obvious imperfections. “My damn hair,” Flat and completely lifeless. I have no idea how I've been walking around looking like a highschool teacher. I return to my computer. Only my b
CHAPTER 13CONFUSEDELIAN‘Alright…’ I say, thinking of an interesting non-mother related question, ‘never have I ever…had a threesome.’‘Elian!’ Aiden stares at me with wide eyes, his cheeks turning a bright red.I chuckle. I'm beginning to form a nasty habit of making Aiden blush but I can’t help it. He's just that cute.‘I haven’t even gotten a hand job. What makes you think I’ve had a threesome?’‘I don’t know?’ I reply with a shrug, ‘It’s not impossible.’He rolls his eyes, ‘No Elian I haven’t, have you?’I chuckle as I sip on my beer, ‘what do you think?’‘You’re nasty Elian.’ He signs with a wince.‘Ah but nasty is fun isn’t it? We can’t both be saints Aiden, that would be so boring.’He rolls his eyes ignoring me as he takes a sip of his beer.I chuckle awkwardly as I sit upright looking him straight in the eyes, ‘can I ask you something personal?’‘Oh? Asking if I’ve had a threesome isn’t personal enough for you?'For real though Aiden.’He sighs, ‘I have a feeling I’ll regret
CHAPTER 14BROKENAIDENI sit alone in the west garden playing with my favorite spider man toy. It's late afternoon, father is at work and mother is passed out drunk as always. These few hours are the only time I can enjoy some semblance of peace. I imagine that one day I would wake up with extraordinary powers, powers strong enough to heal my mother and make my father young forever so that we can become a happy family.The steady sound of footsteps echo loudly around me resounding inside my brain, making my heart tremble with fear; mother is awake! I quickly throw spider man behind a bush, “sorry spider man.” I whisper as I hurriedly stand to my feet.“Aiden? Aiden!? Aiden?” mother calls loudly her voice sounds hoarse as her footsteps draw closer.“Yes mother?” I reply putting on a fake smile just for her.She appears before me with long black hair in a tattered mess, her brown eyes filled with endless hatred and her small lips in a scowl. I am an exact carbon copy of her but she hate
CHAPTER 15DATEELIAN“Do you really have to go?” Mara asks, staring at me with huge watery eyes.“Yes my sweet princess,” I reply with a sad smile, “I have to work so I can take care of you. You guys can’t stay with josh forever you know? We will need to move to our own place eventually.” “I know but still…” she whispers more tears gathering in her eyes, “I miss you.”I sigh deeply as I pull her small frame towards me. She melts into my arms burying her face in my neck. Mart stays by the side watching us with an awkward smile; he's not a fan of physical affection. I pull him towards me anyway, holding them both in each arm. This is it… this is living, Mara and Martin my home and my life. I separate from them and reluctantly place a kiss on their foreheads as I rise. “Alright be good ok?” if I don’t leave now I feel like I never will, “If you need anything just call I’ll come as soon as I can.” Mara nods. ‘Did you get that buddy?’ I ask mart. He nods with a smile. I ruffle his hair,