RUBY’S POV:
Two weeks later
We had finalized all paper work and made plans on how to move. Sadly, James had been mentioned. The letter had been delivered to James already and the court meeting was today.
I had picked out one of my many official wears, some slacks and a shirt along with a black blazer. Giving one last look at myself through the mirror, I agreed with my reflection that I looked good enough for a quickie, not like that’s what I expected. Turning around to leave, I looked at myself once more and agreed with my reflection that I had put on weight since I got home. Of course I would blame it on the fact that I ate away my anxiety, not that it worked though but a girl has to hope.
Getting up to leave, I immediately felt a bit queasy when I walked too fast towards my bag that I’d left in the parlour. Rushing to my bag a bit faster, I unzipped it and grabbed at the packet of veggie crackers I’d gotten so used
Ruby’s POV:ONE YEAR LATERThe last year has by far been one of the most eventful times for me. James actually went through with his rehabilitation program and I spent every day with him. It turns out he was overdosing on sleeping medicines and it almost became a health issue as his physical tolerance for the drug increased and he craved it more.Dealing with all the news was really stressful. I nearly had a miscarriage when I realized he lost sleep when I had to leave. He arranged for his private jet to move all his things from his house in Port Harcourt over to Nevada. We’d decided on a house there and we got one in a quiet area. He had to move money anonymously to my account since he couldn’t make the purchase himself. I had a feeling his father was monitoring his accounts. I didn’t say anything though.My parents and my new baby brother were ecstatic that I finally agreed to move closer. They were more ecstatic to find out I wa
Lost myself trying to find you- King TonyRuby's POV:Is there ever anything like an average day? If there is then I can't think of a day in my life that was one. Although this day started out quite average, I took a shower and for once I didn't have to run out of the bathroom like a dog on narcotics because I forgot my towel in my room and I couldn't risk flashing anyone the goods.It was always a thing of mine to stand at the balcony and get some fresh air to you know, clear my mind a bit. But today, I happened to look down the balcony and I don't think I've ever been so jumped before. I just had to run back into the sitting room."Code red babe, code red", I yelled to Brylee." What's up Rubs?" She answered, stunned."Some guys on black face caps are in their way up the building""What do you mean?""I mean..." I starte
The world is ugly but you're beautiful to me - King TonyRUBY'S POV:I was sat in the parlour listening to my favorite playlist of random songs that sort of went with my laid back exterior right now. Then James arrived with gifts and there's no better gift than food. That's the Broadway to my heart. I mean when God blesses you with a body that doesn't get fat when you eat a lot, you just want to thank the Lord and use that body wisely. So when he brought Jollof rice, chicken and salad, I was this close to planting a kiss on his cheek."James, you never cease to surprise me", I said hugging the take away bag."I never knew you were such a foodie but now I know I'll never stop feeding you", he said and laughed." Since its your money, do I pay you back or will you eat with me? " I asked reluctantly."I came prepared", he said as he pulled out a second spoon from his poc
I will hold you when things go wrong - King TonyRUBY'S POV:"James tried to kiss me", I said to Gaby immediately we started eating in her room." Really! And we were just talking about how compatible you both are. Seminar started", she declared smiling happily."I don't get you, Bry", I said confused."I mean to say spill, spill, spill the beans", she said, dropping her fork to demonstrate." I'd love to be melodramatic and all and start with the time and the weather but you were basically there so all that happened was him talking to me about a girl that's probably his girlfriend and next thing he almost locks lips with me""A lot can happen when I walk away for 10 minutes. Maybe I should leave you both alone more often"Just as she said this her phone rang."Oh hey James", she said winking at me as I fa
You said my heart is like an open book but you still can't read it - King TonySong for the chapter: Symphony by Clean Bandit feat. Zara Larsson.RUBY'S POV:The next day wasn't what I'd call uneventful because my friends all kept calling like I'd been in an accident or something. Let's face it, people call you a lot when you're sick or in trouble. I basically had to change my ringtone to "Hotline bling" with all the calls from lots of people, both friends and classmates, even Richy my best friend but nothing new there since Richy calls me all the time.Just as I set my phone next to me on the bed, it began to vibrate again. I don't ever get tired of talking on the phone so I was already giddy before I saw who the caller was."Hello", I said for the umpteenth time but with less eagerness."Sweetie", Lesley said over the phone." Lesley, ho
Still hoping its me and you in the end - King TonyRUBY'S POV:After such an exhausting chat with Lesley, I just flopped onto the bed. Today, my mum has also calls to tell me they'd finalized a business deal that required them moving away so shed registered me to finish my final year of secondary school over at Bry's house. Aunt Margaret was more than overjoyed to hear that I'd be staying the year here and with my JAMB examination in six months, now was no time to play around but seeing as her house was almost always filled with visitors, I'd have to discipline myself. That's the part of the reason I'm running away from all this James drama.Still thinking of what day would be the best to get my things from my house, three states away. I didn't really pay attention to the door till Bry walked in. She walked in with a devious smile on her lips. I've known her all my life but when she has that smile on
RUBY'S POV:"Who's up for a game of truth or dare?" Brylee announced, uncorking a can of Pepsi she'd brought from the refrigerator."I'm in", James answered."That game is deadly, no way", I said picking up my phone." You're no fun. Babe, you're in right", she said turning to Micah."Yeah Sure", he said, distractedly texting away on his phone."Ruby, baby, my love", James began."No need to say all this", I said without looking away from my phone." If you don't play then I won't", he whined."Well then don't", I said dismissively." OK, just play one round if its no fun then you can stop. I won't disturb you", he said giving me the puppy dog eyes."Fine, I will but not because of those eyes", I said giving in because of the eyes. " That's my baby", he said, giving me a bea
RUBY'S POV:Brylee has been a mess for three days now. Her mum had to travel urgently and even Saturday mornings that gave us a lot of joy was kind of just another say without her vibe.We'd been staring at the ceiling idly blasting Justin Bieber's relatively sad songs and occasionally going back to Adele's Someone like you. It was really bringing down the mood. I'd been listening to her give me relationship advice all day."You know we've been together for two years", she said absentmindedly."I do", I replied humming." At least not counting the multiple break ups""You guys have always been the model couple to me though""But why must there always be another girl? I mean its like we shared roles, he asks me out and I break up with him""Just like the other five break ups, I'm sure there isn't""But why?