His Denial

Chapter 7  His denial

FEW WEEKS LATERS

GREENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

Darby stared hard at the pregnancy test kit in her hand, she didn't want to believe that a living being was growing inside of her. She had been dealing with heartbreak for about three weeks since her encounter with, Leo. Moreover, because her dreams of having him ask her out to prom or the both of them getting to talk more and get closer was all in shambles when he didn't even acknowledge her presence when they bumped into each other some days after their intimate moments.

She felt like dirt. Her mother was probably right about her being jinxed and that no one wants to have anything to do with her. Not even the one who appeared to be a bit interested in her. She must have misunderstood his intentions. It would have been best if things didn't result to this. All through the final papers, Darby had a hard time concentrating as she was down with fever. Thinking it was just that, it took her some days to notice that her period was really late. Only for her to check at the pharmacy to narrate her symptoms and she was told to do a quick pregnancy test. The attendant had affirmed that she was pregnant by the result.

Still in disbelief, Darby had rushed down to school to get done with her final papers while hoping the result on the stick would have changed. Instead, reality stared right in her face. Tears laced her eyes at the thought of her career being over.

"I can't believe Leo won't be joining us for prom." Someone said outside the toilet where Darby was.

"It's so sad, I heard his mom is ill so he has to leave." Another added.

Another one let out a scoff, sounding displeased. “To think that tramp, Darby, really thinks Leo was interested in her. I heard he didn't even approach her since that party night."

"I bet she has no idea that he is leaving LA. It's of course certain that a guy like Leo wouldn't want someone like Darby for anything but just to warm his bed." The girls squealed as they made jest of Darby, before leaving the rest room.

It felt like a strange noise pierced Darby's ears as their words kept ringing in her ears. There is no way Leo was leaving without informing her. He has to know of his new responsibility. Standing up in a hurry, she grabbed her back and ran out of the restroom through the hallway searching for him. He was at basketball court just as she had expected, thankfully he was the only one seated. She ran towards him panting hard to catch her breath.

Leo had a blank look on his face as he looked at her. She appeared more beautiful than the last time he saw her and it was almost like a bit of glow has been added. Gulping hard, he chided himself for thinking about her in such manner.

"Leo." She called out softly.

"What do you want, miss?"

Darby exhaled, holding his gaze. "I heard you are leaving, LA. Is this true?"

Leo snickered. “I didn't think I owed you an explanation to whatever movement I make. What's all this interrogation about?"

"Leo, I don't know what I did to you. I thought we were going to get along quite well, considering how close we were that night."

"Yo, bitch!" He bickered. "Haven't you heard about one night stands? That shouldn't be new to a slut like yourself. Don't try to act innocent in front of me."

She had a confused look on her face, clueless as to what he meant by acting innocent. "Fine! I get that you might be going through a whole lot. I just need to let you know that, I am pregnant!" Darby announced almost holding her breath.

He looked unfazed. "So, what business of mine is that?"

Staring with her mouth agape, Darby gasped lightly. "What are you talking about, Leo? It's yours. You are the only one I have had sex with, so obviously the child is yours."

Leo chuckled dryly, getting off the seat he was on. "You are such a pathetic liar! How dare you come to my face and spit out that rubbish?"

"What do you mean?" She queried looking more confused.

"You think I don't know? That you have slept with almost half of the basketball team and other random guys that no one even knows about. Why would I accept the claim of a child that I am sure you don't even know who the father is. I don't care whatever you say or do. What I know is, that child ain't mine. Not you coming to me with such faked innocence. How do you live with yourself?" Leo hissed walking away.

Darby looked dazed but that didn't stop her from running after him. The tears were beginning to fall nonstop. "Leo, you can't do this to me, please. I promise, I have never had anything with anyone else. You have to believe me. Those are just fake rumors being spread about me."

He paused in his tracks, turning to face her. A part of him was aching from the heartbreak he feels. "Why would anyone want to spread rumors about you unless it's true? You aren't even among the popular ones for me to think it might be a conspiracy against you. You should really stop trying too hard, I am not going to take on a responsibility that isn't mine. I am guessing you must have heard about my family background for you to want me to be your baby's daddy so bad. News flash baby! That's never going to happen! This is my last time here and I am glad that I will never see your treacherous face ever again." He glared at her walking away without sparing her another a glance.

Watching him leave felt like her entire life was fading away. Darby collapsed to the ground as the tears fell uncontrollably. How did she let herself get fooled by someone like Leo? He obviously pulled a fast one on her like regular playboys would. What exactly was she going to tell her parents? Her already distorted life has become more gloomier and there seem to be no hope.  

Sobbing silently, she stood up in a rush when she heard some people outside the court. She hurried off to avoid getting seen. Abigail stood still as she saw Darby's receding back. She wondered what it is she discussed with Leo to make him so angry. Taking her time, she followed Darby, trailing her movement while pushing every student that got in her way.

Abigail noticed Darby threw something into the trash can as she hurried out of the hallway. Running towards the trash can, her eyes jolted like saucers when she noticed what it was. A pregnancy test kit. Picking it up, she wondered what the result is. Hurrying off she met with her friends at their usual meeting spot but only Samantha was seated.

Samantha flipped hair. “Why do you look so happy? Did you win a jackpot?" She asked.

Abigail shrugged handing her the kit. "I really can't tell yet, do you know what the result on this is?"

Her friend gasped after looking at the strip. "You are pregnant? Do you know who the father is?"

She tilted her head to the side. "It’s positive?"

"Damn girl, it is. Who the fuck knocked you up? Why am I even asking? I bet you don't know who." Samantha scoffed.

"Shut up! This isn't me at all! It's more of a checkmate." Abigail grinned wickedly. This was the last nail she needed to close up the bloody coffin.