All Chapters of Some Endings Start with Old Flames: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

10 Chapters

Chapter 1

By the time Zeke Jones got home, Thanksgiving was already over. Unlike what I usually did, I didn't head out to the front yard to welcome him home. "Where are you?" the text from Zeke read.I munched on my lunch and replied with a brief message that said, "Having lunch at home."A short while later, he entered the house with his suitcase in tow. "I'm hungry. Do me a favor and make me some grain bowl with a sunny side up egg," he instructed as he changed into a pair of house slippers.On any other day, I would've instantly made my way toward the kitchen and cooked for him. This time, however, I only responded emotionlessly, "I'm already done with my lunch. You can go ahead and order something in."Zeke shot me a dissatisfied glance. Then, he suppressed his anger and said, "I know you're still mad about Thanksgiving, but I'm actually starving. Now's not the time for you to be kicking up a fuss."I turned around and smiled at him. "I'm not mad."He didn't believe me. "Scarle

Chapter 2

I was finally able to spend some time with my best friends and catch up with them."I thought you ditched us for your boyfriend. Don't you dare refuse to hang out with us again. We're way more important than some guy, you know," one of my friends complained before we parted ways.I nodded in agreement. "Don't worry. From now on, I'll make sure to be at every get-together as long as I have time to spare."After I got into a relationship with Zeke, I directed all my focus and attention toward him. By prioritizing him in all aspects of my life, I lost my friends and my social life. In hindsight, I realized it was an extremely foolish decision. I checked my phone and realized that Zeke had transferred the money back to me. By the time I reached home, it was 3:00 am.After turning on the lights, I was surprised to find Zeke sitting on the couch. I was so stunned that I had to do a double take. Despite noticing that I was drunk, he didn't bother lending me a helping hand to keep

Chapter 3

Zeke was wearing a suit and a dark green tie. He looked incredibly striking. When I saw the birthday cake he was carrying, I realized what was going on.It was Scarlett's birthday today. He was about to go celebrate with her."Okay, stop guessing. If I tell you what the present is, it won't be a surprise anymore. You'll just have to wait for me to get there. I'll be there soon," he said joyfully. He was currently on the phone. I didn't know what Scarlett said on the other end, but it made him break out into a hearty laugh. His smile was so wide that I could even spot his canines.He rarely smiled when he was with me. Despite how happy he looked, he wiped the smile off of his face as soon as he caught me staring at him. He'd give Scarlett the world, but he wouldn't even spare me a small smile. His expression instantly darkened. He turned away from me in a disgusted manner and didn't say a single word. Afterward, he swiftly changed into his shoes and left the house.Zeke was

Chapter 4

All of a sudden, something seemed to click in Zeke's mind. He looked at me and explained, "I just posted that comment to commemorate the occasion. It doesn't mean anything. Don't read too much into it."I shook my head. I wanted to say something, but he beat me to it."Why are you acting like this, then? Do you think I shouldn't have gone to Scarlett's birthday party?" he asked.He continued, "We've known each other for ten years now. Although we dated for a short while, our relationship is strictly platonic right now. It wouldn't be appropriate for me to miss my good friend's birthday celebration."I stared at him with an understanding expression. "I understand that, Zeke. It's getting late—you should go and get some rest."Zeke fell silent. He was staring at me. It felt like he was trying to figure out if I was actually as calm as I appeared to be.Moments had passed, and he still didn't have an answer to his question. Then, he tried to wrap his arm around my waist, but I moved

Chapter 5

"What did you just say, Uncle Steve? What do you mean by 'leaving the country'?" Zeke asked."Haven't you heard?" Steve replied. "Joanna is leaving the country soon. In fact, I think this is the last time we're going to have a meal with her for the foreseeable future. It'll be quite difficult to meet up with her when she travels abroad."Steve didn't know about my relationship with Zeke. So, he wasn't surprised that the latter didn't know about my plans.Zeke's eyes welled up with tears when he heard that. Without a second thought, he got up and proceeded to drag me out of the room with him.I stood in the corner and didn't say a word. Moments later, he broke the silence."You're going abroad? What are you saying? Why didn't you discuss this with me? Why didn't you tell me about it?"His voice was trembling. He looked shocked and afraid.When I snapped back into my senses, I replied, "Oh, this? You and Scarlett were at the amusement park when I got the news. So, I didn't want to

Chapter 6

I couldn't help but cry for a short while. I found the entire situation laughable. At that point, I'd lost count of how many times Zeke had abandoned me for Scarlett. I'd gotten used to this feeling by now.I looked at a couple who were strolling down the street while holding hands. Suddenly, I remembered that Zeke and I used to do that, too.As the taxi drove off, I couldn't quite see the couple anymore. My memory of Zeke was starting to become a blur, too.After I reached home, Zeke sent me an update. "I just got Scarlett back to her place. She keeps throwing up. I don't know if I'll be able to go home tonight," his message read.My mind went blank as I stared at my phone screen. If my memory served, this was the first time Zeke had ever sent me an update.I once asked him how many people were going to a get-together, and he thought I was trying to make a big fuss out of nothing."Am I obligated to tell you every single detail? Don't you find that exhausting?"Afterward, I

Chapter 7

Zeke stared at me in disbelief. He didn't think I would turn him down—let alone ask him to bring someone else.I used to long for something like this to happen.I wasn't lying to him, though. I wasn't free tomorrow. I still had a lot of paperwork to submit before I left the country. Zeke was no longer smiling. He looked extremely disappointed. "What are you doing tomorrow? I could come with you," he suggested nervously."Oh, I have some travel documents I need to get in order. I'm afraid I won't be able to make it to the engagement party," I explained casually.Then, I continued, "It wouldn't make sense for you to miss your good friend's engagement party, though. You should go—I can get everything sorted myself."Upon hearing this, he asked in a careful manner, "If you can't make it, can I bring Scarlett?"Unlike how I was before, I didn't get emotional when I heard him mention Scarlett's name. "Sure," I replied with a smile.He scanned my face and tried to check if I was

Chapter 8

I could tell that Zeke was hesitating. So, I maturely offered him a way out. "You should go pick her up. Just drop me off at a junction somewhere up front.""I can't do that—what about you?" he objected anxiously. "I think it's better if I drive you all the way there."I smiled and said, "It's fine. I can just get a taxi. You can just drop me off here."I pointed at the side of the road in front. He froze for a moment but stopped the car anyway.After I got out of the vehicle, he told me, "I'll make sure to head home earlier today."I nodded in response.He stared at me with a concerned expression and asked again, "Do you think you'll have trouble getting a cab? I could tell Scarlett to get to the venue by herself if it means less trouble for you."I looked up at him and urged him to get going. "I'll be fine. You should hurry up and go. It's not nice to be late."Eventually, Zeke's car drove off. I submitted my paperwork and checked the date on my phone. After doing some calc

Chapter 9

Zeke took out his phone and called Scarlett. He stood in front of me and put the call on speaker. "Did you miss me, Zeke?" Scarlett asked gleefully after picking up the call.Scarlett's sudden question made Zeke feel awkward and anxious."Stop joking around, Scarlett," he hastily tried to resolve the situation. Scarlett didn't expect him to speak to her like that. If I had to guess, that was probably how they interacted with each other in private. When she froze, Zeke continued, "I think we should stop contacting each other so often, Scarlett. I have a girlfriend, after all—it's not appropriate for me to have such a close relationship with another woman."Scarlett couldn't believe what she was hearing. "What did you just say, Zeke?" she asked in disbelief. "Could you repeat that?"Zeke took a deep breath and said with a raised voice, "I said we should stop contacting each other so often. Do you understand me?""Oh… I get it now. Your control freak of a girlfriend is jealou

Chapter 10

Zeke grabbed my shoulders and pleaded, "I told you—I'd spend every single holiday with you from here on out."I removed his hands and scoffed. "It's a shame we won't have a future together, then."He was sobbing hysterically. He wouldn't leave me alone. He insisted that he didn't want to break up and that he wanted to leave the country with me. Since he wouldn't take no for an answer, I eventually gave in.Overjoyed and relieved, he pulled me into a hug. I was enjoying our final embrace with a bitter feeling in my heart.…One random morning, I quietly packed my bags. I opened the door to the bedroom and glanced at Zeke, who was still sound asleep. I softly bid him goodbye before glancing at my home, feeling nostalgic. If everything went as planned, this was probably the last time I'd ever see this place again.After leaving my home country, I planned on staying abroad for the rest of my life.I took a taxi to the airport alone. Afterward, I sat on a chair and waited for my tu

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