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It's Fine, I am Fine! Chapter 25
Max One meeting after the other. Work had drained all my energy today. I have always preferred working in the field, rather than spend the whole day in an office, but it is what it is. I could easily return back to my previous post, but that would mean traveling all the time, and I quite liked staying in one place. I have Jake now, and I couldn't take the poor dog around the world on a plane all year, and certainly not to the places they usually deploy me. I entered my apartment, almost dragging my feet inside. I frowned instantly, as a very annoying and distinguished perfume scent rushed through my nose... my mother was there. Shit! I walked inside and I saw her sitting on my couch sipping some wine. Jake was on the balcony and I rushed to the glass window door. Damn her, she left the poor dog without water outside in this heat! Jake ran to his water bowl immediately and galloped it all. "Seriously, Karen, are you here to kill my dog?" I tried not to yell at her, but could
It's Fine, I am Fine! Chapter 26
Lena My new job at the candy shop was looking good so far. The money was better considering I couldn't get more as a cashier. I also searched the local public colleges for programs once more, but from what I had have gathered, I wasn't eligible for anything. My high school GPA was way too low and the tuitions were very expensive. The bank denied me a loan too many times, as they said I need to build my credit first. How could I build my score when I live in my car? Living with Max was indeed helpful and I could save some money. But I couldn't just stay with him without paying for something. My conscience couldn't allow that. He was so carrying and understanding, affectionate and honest, he treated me right and he accepted me the way I was. The last thing I wanted was for his family to think I was someone that took advantage of all of that. I had an impulsive idea this morning and went to the stores and bought him a gift. I was reluctant to give it to him since it was the first t
It's Fine, I am Fine! Chapter 27
Lena I was so nervous I felt my stomach ache. I haven't eaten anything all day and I haven't felt hungry either. I bought a new dress for the occasion and Max made fun of me, as he tried to lighten up the mood. His mother already thought the worst of me, so at least I would be presentable and not a slob. Although, I didn't overdo it with the dress, as I bought the simplest, I could find. Not too flashy, because that wasn't me in any way, shape, or form and in black color, because besides being elegant it was my favorite color. Max wore something meticulous and simple as well and looked great as always. I was silent the whole drive to their house and Max tried to make small talk but didn't help. "I can turn this car around if you want" "No, no. I'm fine. I just need to collect myself. I never met anyone's parents before, Max. Well, actually I never was in a together thing before" I winked at him and made him smile. "Well if that counts, I never brought anyone home bef
It's Fine, I am Fine! Chapter 28
Lena Alenaaaaa, take the gun! His disgusting voice echoed in my head. No, noooo! Alena! Do it!! Karen looked at me and added, "It's not your fault, dear" Like she fucking knew! "Shut up!" Max yelled at her. He was fuming with anger, but that didn't make me feel any better. My whole body shivered and I was about to faint. How could she possibly know what I did? "Alena dear, don't act like that now" Karen scolded me like she was my fucking mother! Alena! My father's voice echoed once again from every direction. Alena!! His endless screams filled my mind. I was out of breath and my mind went blank and my feet were sinking in the ground. No! Alenaaaa! I stepped back and then through the door; I ran the hell out of there! Max "Dear..." my mother stood up and sat next to me, where Lena was sitting a minute ago. "I would like to tell you something, very important" "In front of everybody? What is it?" I asked even though I had no interest in what she had to say, I just cou
It's Fine, I am Fine! Chapter 29
Lena Max looked at me with compassion and seemed ready to hear my sad story, I sighed deeply, swiped my tears off my face and told him everything. It was so dark outside when I finished work. "Alena dear, it's kind of late, will your mother come and pick you up?" Mrs. Ann Willows, the owner of the grocery store I worked asked me. She was always so nice to me, and every time after my shift, she gave me a bag of candies for Oliver. My mother would have never picked me up from anywhere; she wouldn't even drive to see me at the hospital if I got into an accident. "Yes Mrs. Willows, but she is meeting me at the Chuck J. Diner, she is picking up burgers for dinner" I lied and she smiled widely. My mom would never pick up burgers for us; she wouldn't even buy food in general. She used to carry bags with food and toys for Oliver, but I struggled for along time to understand why she stopped. But any more. I bet at this moment she would be sitting at the kitchen table, with a
It's Fine, I am Fine! Chapter 30
Max I woke up early, called at work, and took the day off. We didn't work on Sundays, but we were supposed to be welcoming two new members to our team. I had no energy for it and I wanted to spend the day with Lena. Despite all the tension from last night, it was the best sleep I've ever had in years. She slept in my arms during the night. I love it every night, but yesterday was different, we came closer, I felt... love. Karen surpassed every boundary there ever was. Even after I yelled at her, she kept going. She disregarded everyone's feelings, as she always did. I had fourteen missed calls from her, two from my father and one from Cleo. I tossed the phone on the couch and went back to bed. I put my arms around her waist and kissed her neck. She smiled, but kept her eyes closed. I always expected that she had mentally and physically abusive parents, probably because of mental illnesses or addictions... but I've never thought of that! That was messed up! Forcing your own ch
It's Fine, I am Fine! Chapter 31
Lena I greeted her with a forced smile "Mrs. Walker" Jake growled at her, but not aggressively, it was only a sign of warning. Maybe it was she, who was following me after all and not that psycho stalker. Thankfully, I could handle her better than him. "Jake no" I ordered. "Keep him in line" she firmly raised her voice, like she was the one ordering things around. Jake didn't even listen to me; he only took orders from Max. "I will try" I politely replied, even though politeness wasn't the easy choice. It was clear to me that she felt like protecting her son from me, from everything I was and did, but that frowned look on her face was so annoying. I wanted to be polite, at least, to her but she getting on my nerves like no one else before. Whatever she had done or said to me, I couldn't ignore the fact that it was his mother and she cared. She cared in her own way but still. "Is Maximus upstairs?" "No, he'll stay late at work tonight" "So, it's just you then" That
It's Fine, I am Fine! Chapter 32
Lena Early in the morning, Max kissed me goodbye and left for work. He wore his formal military uniform to attend that conference. I must say I preferred the casual one, he was way sexier with that. I forgot to tell you, a guy from Verden Company will come to check the dryer. He said around 18:00, just so you know. I already miss you I read his text. He just left and yet he missed me. I miss you more I quickly put my clothes on; Max already walked Jake very early in the morning, so I rushed to work, since I had an early shift today. While I walked towards the candy shop from the Mall's parking lot, I had this creepy sense again, that my alleged stalker was following me. When I was alone outside, the fear of him seemed that would never go away. I even thought I saw a figurine that fit him, but I couldn't be sure. I entered the shop quickly; my skin shuddered at the thought of him. I went on with my shift without thinking about it much. I finished around 15:00 and my man
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