The Right Kind Of Wrong by L. B. Reyes

Author:L. B. Reyes [Reyes, L. B.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Limitless Publishing LLC
Published: 2018-10-08T16:00:00+00:00

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Deborah and I didn't arrive back at the house until later. She made the effort to keep me out of that place as much as possible and for that I was thankful. Once we arrived though, I knew I wouldn't be able to hide out forever. My parents were still there and I knew that they'd likely want to discuss earlier events.

To my relief, Nathan and his father were already back. As we walked up to the house, Deborah gave my shoulder a comforting squeeze, a gesture that meant more to me than words could explain.

“Where have you been, Evelyn?” came my mother's voice. I rolled my eyes, thanking Deborah so she didn't have to witness the chaos. However, she didn't leave.

My mom's eyes landed on the woman beside me, disbelief etching across her desires while she took in the image of us together.

“She seemed to be having a hard time,” Deborah said with a smile. “I took her out so she could distract herself. I hope you don't mind. It wouldn't be very motherly if you were to get mad at her for still needing some space to grieve. As mothers, we always want what's best for our kids…don't we?”

My mom was biting her tongue. Hannah stood behind her, her jaw working while staring at her mother-in-law.

“Of course,” my mother replied, forcing a smile. With suspicion, she took a step forward, extending her hand to my face and caressing my cheek. It was anything but sincere. “We can talk later.”

I nodded for the hell of it. There was no way that I was discussing anything with her, not without knowing what I was going to say.

Instead, I played along. “Sure, mom.”

I thanked Deborah before heading upstairs to my bedroom. Nathan was probably out in his studio and as much as I wanted to see him, I realized he probably needed some time alone as well.

After changing into an oversized shirt and getting comfortable for bed, I laid down, closing my eyes to try to relax. I was restless yet so tired at the same time.

Carter.

I searched for my phone frantically, calling him as soon as I found him. It had been a day or so since I saw him and now that Nana wasn't here anymore, I wasn't sure whether my family would let him keep his job.

“Evelyn,” he said as soon as he picked up.

I sighed, relieved.

“How are you, Carter?” I asked, laying back down and closing my eyes. He was a part of Nana that still lived and breathed.

He chuckled softly. “A bit bored, I would say, but nothing a good crossword puzzle won't solve.” I heard the rustling of papers in the background and then a curse when something fell down.

“Watch your language, Carter.”

“Ah, of course,” he laughed. “How are you, dear?”

Considering the circumstances I was okay. I was alive and though I didn't have the support of my parents I realized I wasn't alone at all. “I'm fine, Carter. I just wanted to know that you were okay too.

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