~La douleur exquise
The heart- wrenching pain of wanting the affection of someone unattainable.

‖Chapter 8‖

Ellys POV

THE MINUTES ticked by slowly, and I counted each. My stomach twisted and turned for me to see Ashers face. I longed for Asher. I longed for him each and everyday and I counted each second to see If he'd walk through that rectangle, brown, door. 

"Elly?"

The sound of Hailands voice knocked me out of my thoughts and I turned around.

"Oh my." Hailand said walking over to me.

"What?" I asked.

"You are pale. Very pale. Are you sure about this?" Hailand asked.

"Yeah. I'm prepared, I've been ready for this, for a long time." I said.

"Okay, I just want you to know you don't have to do this.... Right now anyways." Hailand said; quickly adding the last part.

I casted a smile her way and she smiled back.

"It's the truth." Hailand said.

"We're home!"

My head snapped to the living room and I stalked off to the bathroom before they could see me.

Hailand shot me a small smiled and I smiled back, a shaky smile at that. I closed the door silently and looked In the mirror. I really am pale. I took the towel and dabbed my forehead and walked out of the bathroom. I held my head down and walked to the living room  where everyone was. 

"I've missed yo--"

I heard the deep voice and It was like a melody to my head. So sweet sounding. My head tipped up and there he was In all his sexy glory. Asher pulled away from Hailand and walked slowly to me.

Shit,
Shit,
Shit.

My hands are clammy...

Asher stopped right In front of me and smiled that breath taking smile.

"Hey." Asher said bringing his hand to his neck.

"Hey, Asher." I said.

Yep, just as I thought. It's too awkward for It's own good.

"You've changed." Asher said.

I don't know why, but those words sparked something up In me. 

"Its been three damn years. Of course I've changed." I hissed.

I brushed passed Asher and walked to Scott and Hailand. I hugged them both and stormed out of the house. That Is until I realized Hailand had drove me to her house. I sighed and pulled my phone out. I quickly texted Hailand and she came out with my stuff.

Oops.

I walked over to her and grabbed my things. We got In her Mercedes and the only thing making  any noise was the radio playing softly In the background. 

"That went better than I expected It to go." I said braking the deafening silence.

"Yeah. At least you didn't hit him." Hailand said.

"I wouldn't do that... To him." I said, adding the last part rather quickly.

"I'm proud of you." Hailand said.

"Me too." I said.

Hailand pulled up In front of my house and we shared a quick hug before I got out.
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Well, off to work tomorrow. I Ironed my attire for work and sat them neatly on a clothes hanger.  I walked to
my bathroom and turned the shower water on.  As the water warmed up to the right tempature I stripped off my clothes and hopped In the shower.  At first I just let the water run down my skin. Then I started to get my hair wet. I squeezed some of my shampoo out of the bottle and lathered It up In my long, blonde hair.  I washed the shampoo out and washed my body off. I turned the faucet off and stepped out of my shower. I dried off and pulled my robe on. I walked out to be scared shitless.

"What the hell?!" I shrieked.

"Hello to you to."

"What are you doing In my house?" I asked.

"I just want a second chance. I am so sorry. I can't sleep knowing I hurt you. Please, please give me a chance." Laiken begged.

I stared off Into Laikens big, hazel eyes that are pleading for forgiveness.

Should I?

Well, I mean I was rude to him and I think I should give him a second chance.

Hmm, my heart Is telling me one thing and my stomach Is telling me the other.

Yes or no.

Yes or no.

Yes or no.

Yes or no.

I turned my back around so Laiken couldn't see me cursing myself.

You need to get It together. You have a sweet, and handsome guy pleading for a second chance. Just because Asher has come back, does not mean hes come back to do the same Laiken Is doing; begging for forgiveness. Give him a second chance. You never know what could come out of It.

I turned around with an easy smile on my face.

"Shut up and come hug me." I said with open arms.

I need to tell Hailand about this.

Laiken walked over to me and wrapped me up In his strong arms. I almost felt... Almost felt safe. Key word being, almost.

Laiken pulled back and I mustered up a smile.

"I've missed you." Laiken said.

I stood on my tip toes and pecked Ash-- Laikens cheek and smiled.

"Lets go to the park." I chirped.
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As we were on our way to the park I texted Hailand and told her what happened and she went ballistic on me. I kinda thought It was funny. I don't know why, but she hates Laiken, for no reason! I've tried to get her to tell me, but no. She refused and told me she just didn't like him. Thats like me. My parents are friends with a married couple and they have a son, his name is Broc. I dont know what It Is with him, I just, down right don't like him. He always, and I mean ALWAYS trys and talks to me. But I do exactly what I'm good at, Ignore him. Anyways back to the subject, she gets all nervous around him. Like... Scared nervous. I mean, all she has to do Is tell me whats up with her, but she says nothings wrong. I try my best to not be around Laiken when Hailands around, but sometimes I forget.

As I was lost In thought, I didnt realize Laiken was out of the car and holding my door open for me. I unbuckled my seatbelt and got out. Laiken entwined his fingers with mine and I couldn't help but feel a little uncomfortable.

How can I get him to leave my hand?

SWINGS!

"Ooh, swings!" I yelled, yanking my hand away from his and jogging to the swing set. 

God, why do I not exercise more?

I panted like I just ran a marathon and got on the swing set. I started swinging and soon felt hands on my back. I turned my head to see Laiken behind me, pushing me. I smiled at him and told him to stop me. My swing came to a stop and I got off It.

"Lets go sit under the tree." Laiken said.

Laiken grabbed my hand and I mentally shot myself.

Ugh! Can a guy not take a hint.

I mean I like him and everything his hands are just clammy for some sort of reason.

"Why are your hands sweating?" I asked Laiken.

"Okay, will you go out with me?"

The words tumbled out from Laikens mouth and I smiled a closed, tight, smile.

Remember, this can help you get over Asher.

"Yeah." I said.

Laiken grinned wide and pulled me In his lap for a kiss.

A/N

DONT KILL ME!

Hey guys!

STILL! DON'T KILL ME!

Laiken and Elly bear are back together. Yeah, yeah. I know, you all are probably huffing and/or rolling your eyes. Did I guess right?
Who did either of those?

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I did.
I cant wait to see your guys reactions!

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~Samantha