my last box I sigh softly as I open it and touch the worn cover of my favorite book before placing it next to the photos I had of Cole.
On the shelf above that I place the rest of my other treasured books there before take a step back to admire them.
Smiling happily I take in the entire room again with all of my things scattered around.
It wasn’t much but it made the room feel as if it was really mine.
Happy with my decision to unpack my things I unfold my boxes and then place them into the closet before moving back over to the dresser to gather some clothes to wear for bed.
I find a soft tank top and a cute pair of soft gray yoga pants to sleep in.
After slipping them on I yawn and then crawl into bed, under the covers this time.
Reaching up towards the ceiling fan I tug on the cord, shutting the light off.
Lying back I snuggle a pillow against my body before closing my eyes.
“Tomorrow will come.” I whisper softly.
Sighing softly I slowly drift back off to sleep.
Chapter 5
Dear Diary,
My heart still hurts but maybe not as much as it did in the beginning. I still miss you. You will always have my heart…I love you.
The next day I wake up feeling happy and refreshed until I realize I had pushed Matt into letting me go back to school today.
Groaning softly I force myself to out of bed before making my way into the bathroom that was attached to my room.
It was definitely something I could get use to having. I had never had my own bathroom in any of the others homes that I had lived in.
Stripping out of my clothes I quickly step into the shower to scrub my hair and body before getting back out.
I wrap a soft white towel around myself before walking back into my room.
On my bed was a folded note.
I smile expecting it to be from Eric or Matt, but as I recognize the writing my smile falls.
It was from Liam and said: I told you not to come back .
Discarding it down on my bed I quickly search through my drawers for something to wear, opting for a pair of skinny jeans and a simple black top with knee high black boots to match.
Brushing out my hair I quickly towel it dry as much as possible before snatching up the note from Liam before heading downstairs.
In the kitchen Eric and Matt both look up at me from the table, where they were already eating.
Seeing the look on my face Eric stands up alarmed. “What’s wrong?”
I hold up the note. “Did you let someone into my room?” I question.
Eric glances back to Matt and he shakes his head before looking back to me.
“We didn’t let anyone inside and I sure as hell wouldn’t have let anyone in your room without your knowledge.” Matt replies.
I nod and then hand the note to Eric. “Well, someone was in my room while I was getting a shower.”
Eric curses as he reads the note before handing it to Matt to read next.
“Do you know who wrote that?” Eric questions as he sits back down in his chair while I join them, sitting down in my own seat across the table.
“It’s from Cole’s brother, Liam.” I answer honestly.
Matt stands up and begins moving around the kitchen before placing a plate stacked high with pancakes down in front of me.
“Are you sure it was from him?” Eric questions.
I nod. “He warned me the day that I left not to come back.”
Eric growls. “I swear to god that brat better not try anything.” He then turns towards Matt. “Can you do anything to keep her safe while she’s at school?”
“I’ll be fine, he’s just mad because I remind him of his brother. He won’t hurt me.” I chime in before Matt can respond.
“But…” Eric tries to argue but I stop him as I raise my hand.
“Let me take care of this. If it does turn into something more you’ll be the first to know.” I promise.
He nods and then takes a bite of his food even though the look in his eyes proved that this subject was far from being over.
“Tell us everything that happens with this boy, okay.” Matt reasons.
I nod