Back to You by Annie Brewer Page A

on.
    “ Why thank you sweetheart.
Did you sleep well? Or at least dream free?” She gives me a smile,
flipping over the bacon. I grab a glass out of the cabinet and
orange juice out of the fridge. “Yes, at least I don’t remember any
dreams this time. You’re not going to let me live this down are
you? Maybe I should have kept my intimate moment to myself.” I
tease. She doesn’t miss a beat. “Yes, maybe you should have. But
I’m glad you told me. At least I have one daughter that is honest
with me. It seems your sister is doing drugs or something. Do you
know about this?” I freeze in place and set my glass down,
swallowing. I didn’t tell her.
    “ Don’t worry, I found out
from an anonymous source. But if you knew, and didn’t tell me,
shows you still care for Sarah. However, she’s in a lot of trouble.
I’m not sure what her punishment will be yet but I’m sure I will
come up with something.” Hmm, this is interesting. “You can forbid
her to see Lucas again.” I advise.
    “ I thought they were over?
Well, either way I wouldn’t do that because it would look
suspicious to her and she’ll think you had something to do with me
finding out even if I told her it wasn’t you. It might not be wise.
I will think of something else.”
    “ Honestly, he didn’t say
either way so I don’t really know if they’re over or not. But I
guess it doesn’t matter right now. I’ve gotta figure out my own
stuff first.” My mother grabs the plate of bacon and sets it on the
table and does the same with the eggs as well.
    I take a plate and start getting my
breakfast. We eat in pleasant silence for a while. Then my mother
starts in. “You know, I always liked Lucas. He was there when you
found out about your father. He comforted you and helped you
through such a big traumatic time in your life. I mean, the divorce
was a difficult thing for a young girl to go through. Especially at
that age when you needed your father the most. All girls need their
fathers when they’re going through such difficult changes,
physically and emotionally. I’ll never forgive him for abandoning
you and Sarah. So keep that in mind when you make your decision.
I’m not saying choose Lucas but remember everything he did for you
and what you two went through. Maybe this could be your second
chance. Brady’s a great guy, don’t get me wrong. I just think Lucas
was always your biggest support, even when you talked about
singing. He seemed ecstatic and was willing to help get you lessons
and everything. A best friend doesn’t do that if they don’t have
something more they want. Well, okay maybe they do but he’s
something special. Plus, he’s pretty good looking. I mean if I was
younger…” I couldn’t take it anymore, she put an image in my head
that would traumatize me for the rest of my life.
    “ MOM!” I yell. Seriously,
who does that..ogle their daughters’ guy friends?
    “ Sorry, I’m just saying.
He wins me over with just a smile. But okay I can see by your
expression that I’ve taken it too far. So anyway, I’m going to
clean up and head out now. Love you.” A mischievous grin flashes
across her face as she glides to the sink. I suddenly had lost my
appetite. I go to my room and get my school stuff and head out the
door.
     
    Arriving at school, I scan the parking lot
for my sister. I wonder who told my mom about her using drugs. I
guess I’m glad it wasn’t me that told, I’d hate to be a snitch even
if she is a bitch. She’s still my sister and I remember being her
age and lost in a cruel and careless world.
    “ Hey Abby.” I hear
Brooke’s voice from behind. I turn around and see Brady is with
her. He comes to give me a hug, I hesitate for a moment remembering
the arms I was in yesterday just outside my window. I long for
those arms around me.
    “ Hey guys. What’s up?” I
give Brady a quick kiss but he has other plans. He grabs my head
and runs his fingers through my hair, kissing me forcefully.