So It Goes Novels & Stories

Like it already knows how this ends. ~~~

Returning to our temporary lodging, I coaxed him to sleep when I received a call from a friend. "Howard Quinn is looking into you. Should I stop him?" "No, it's fine." Our trip to Kappa City was only for seven days. After those seven days, Howard and I would lead our own lives, like parallel lines, never crossing each other again. After the call, the doorbell rang. "Nina, let's talk." Howard stood in front of the door with a delicately decorated cake. He openly took in the 'simple' place, not hiding his disdain and condescension.

In neat handwriting I didn’t expect from a man as large and grouchy as Hayes. Ella, Had an early meeting. Didn’t want to wake you. Driver is downstairs for you. Black card is on the counter. Turn the penthouse into your dream home. Spend my money, Wifey. — H I stared at the card. Then the word wifey. My stupid heart fluttered like it had absolutely no discipline at all. I pressed the note flat on the counter, trying not to smile. “Okay. That’s… inappropriate,” I muttered to myself. “Totally inappropriate.”

Shit. **

What goes around, comes around. The end.

Logan said and before I could even protest he shoved my keys into my hands. “Go” He repeated. His tone held finality and without any protest, I opened the door, slammed it shut, got into my car, and drove home without looking back. My hands were shaking as I held onto the wheels. My whole body shook and my eyes were glued to the road in front of me “Don’t look back. You can’t afford it” I reminded myself repeatedly over and over again while praying that this wouldn’t be the end of me. And if eventually, it wasn't, then I would be in a more bigger trouble with Logan.

If that is what it takes , whatever it takes , I will do it. ‎

And it only means one thing, "She's gone..."

My panic started to rise, when Nana's voice calmed me, Do not overthink. Go one step at the time. Be brave for one second. These three lines always help, like my mind just ignores the panic. I am brave. With that I was on my way to school. Getting out of my car, I was greeted by Anna and her fellowship. This is just what I needed to help with my anxiety. One day I will stand up to her, just not today.

The wine curves away from Maerilee at the last second, swirling through the air like a ribbon. And then it dumps itself over River’s head.