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He walks out of my room and locks the door before shutting it. I slip the earbuds into my ears and blast music to drown out my thoughts. Regardless of my fight with Caleb, nothing can take away the joy I feel when I think about my day spent with Kayleigh.
THE PARTY IS INTENSE, though this one usually is. The Annual Halloween Party is part of what Kappa Delta Phi is known for. I’m dressed as a football player. The costume was easy to obtain. I borrowed Jesse’s football jersey while he borrowed my hockey one. Technically, I guess you could say I’m being him, and he’s being me.
The argument with Caleb is yet to subside. We haven’t spoken all week, and whenever we see each other around the house, one of us will glare at the other and leave the room. It’s not something I’m necessarily proud of but the only ways to end it are either tell him Kayleigh is dorm chick, or leave her. I’m not willing to do either.
I’m taking shots with Jason when there’s a hand placed on my arm. I turn my head to find Laci standing next to me. I don’t say anything. Instead, I pour the two of us a shot and hand her one. We both take them at the same time.
“Where’s the girlfriend?” She asks, looking around.
I take a sip of my beer. “We broke up.”
“I wasn’t talking about Brianna.”
Chuckling softly, I smile as I think about Kayleigh. I had invited her tonight but she chose not to come. Her and Bree are having a girls’ night tonight and she was afraid someone would blab if they saw us together at the party. I can’t say I blame her. We need to be careful if we don’t want it getting back to her.
“She’s not here.” I answer simply.
Laci moves closer until her body is practically against mine. “That’s too bad.”
My phone vibrates in my pocket. I pull it out to see a message from Kayleigh. It’s a picture of a bowl of popcorn sitting in her lap. A feeling of pride spreads through me and I take a step back from my ex.
“Sorry, Lace. Not going to happen.”
She isn’t offended, or even mad. She smirks knowingly. “Someone finally got Holden Rivers to fall in love. Good for her.”
The L word causes a slight bit of nausea, but I shake it off and focus on answering the text.
Me: Good! I’m so proud of you.
Just as I slip my phone back into my pocket, I look up and Laci is gone. However, there is a pissed off looking Taylor standing in front of me. I roll my eyes and lean against the counter.
“What do you want?”
She places one hand on her hip. “Who are you texting with a goofy ass smile on your face?”
“Is that really any of your business?”
“Yes. You just broke up with my best friend a week and a half ago, so unless it’s her, you’re a piece of shit.”
I shrug. “I guess I’m a piece of shit then.”
Not giving her a chance to respond, I walk away and into the backyard. I don’t know what she’s doing here, but I can only assume is has something to do with Caleb. That idiot just doesn’t learn.
I’M PLAYING A GAME of beer pong, on a team with some chick, when something catches my eye. Kayleigh is standing near the back door in a t-shirt and sweatpants. She’s looking around for something but then turns to go back inside.
“Kayleigh?” I question, and her eyes meet mine. “What are you doing here?” She shakes her head she continues her way into the house. “Hey, wait up!” I shout as I try to reach her. Thankfully, I get to her before losing her in the crowd. Her arms are basically purple from the cold. “What’s wrong? Where’s your jacket? You must be freezing.”
“Nothing. I’m fine. Enjoy your party.” She tells me, trying to leave again, but I grab her wrist to stop her. There’s clearly something wrong.
“Oh, no you don’t.” I pull her back. “Talk to me.”
“It can wait, really.”
“Holden!” The girl I was playing with before calls. I can’t remember her name – Amy, Ashley, something with an A. “Come on, we’re winning. It’s our turn.”
“Let Jason take my place.” I wave her off and focus back on Kayleigh. “Come on, let’s go to my room.”
Thankfully, she doesn’t fight me on it again. I lead her inside and up the stairs. As we get into my bedroom, she waits as I shut the door. I can tell she needs me right now.
