Chapter Twenty
Lauren Jauregui as Andy Carson.
"Bryan! Where are you?" I shouted in a frustrated tone. I messed my hair up and punched the chair I'm sitting at. I've been searching this mansion for a while now, but I still can't find that kid. Ugh, I can't give up just yet. I have to find out who his brother is, and how does he know my favorite flowers.
I stood up and was about to leave, when I heard a voice calling me from behind: "Lorraine!" I turned around and saw Aunt Lauren. My frustrated frown quickly turned into a wide smile. "Hello, Aunt Lauren." I greeted.
"Hello, dear. I just wanted to ask if you wanted if you wanna eat out?" she asked, making my eyes to widen. "M-me?" I asked. She walked towards me and rested her hands on my shoulders. "Yes, you. Addison and Ross are out, and you're the only person I can really hang out with." she replied.
I didn't say anything else and just nodded. I can still find Bryan later, so no problem. She smiled widely and grabbed my hand. "Let's go! We have so much to do!" she squealed and pulled me out of my room.
We went down the stairs and she grabbed her bag from the sofa. She pulled me into the garage and got the keys from her bag. She pushed the open button and car's lights flickered. She opened the car door and looked at me and said: "Get ready to be real with me, Lorraine." We got in and we immediately left.
While driving, she asked: "So how did you and Ross, you know, got together?" I looked down and blushed. "He never really dated me, or maybe he did without me knowing," I answered. "But he just announced it on national television, then poof, our relationship happened.
She laughed and took brief glances at me. "Well, that's a cute start, and it seems like he really likes you," she said. "I guess he does." I whispered, making my face more red. "But Lorraine, will you return his feelings? I'm not questioning your feelings for him, but I just want to make sure."
I froze. I never really thought of that, but all that matters is that I like him, right? Besides, I really think that he's making an effort, and I'm thankful for that. That's enough, right? I just don't want to lose him now or ever. I sighed. I never knew liking someone would be this complicated.
"Lorraine? Earth to Lorraine?" Aunt Lauren's voice interrupted my thoughts. I shook my head and looked at her. "Huh? Oh, yes, I really like your son." I said straight-forward. Aunt Lauren stared at me for a while, and slowly laughed. "You two are such a cute couple," she said. "Come on, we're here now."
I showed her a confused face. I looked outside, and saw a huge and fancy restaurant. She's right. "Let's go." she said as we got out. "Are you okay with this type of place? We can go to another place if you want?" she asked, making me shook my head.
"No need, I can manage living the fancy life for a brief moment." I said, causing us to laugh. "Okay, so shall we?" she asked as she intertwined our arms together. "Yes, we shall." I said while smiling widely, and we walked inside.
"Welcome to our restaurant, how may I help you?" the hostess asked us. "Yes, table for two please." Aunt Lauren said. The hostess smiled and said: "Right this way, ma'am." and she led the way to our seats. We thank her as we seated and gave her our order.
"Would that be all?" she asked. "Yes, thank you." Aunt Lauren replied. The hostess nodded and left, leaving the two of us. "So where do you want to go after we eat?" she asked. I just shrugged and replied: "I don't really know, I guess you can decide."
"Okay, let's go shopping next!" she said. I just nodded as a response. "I'm so excited! We're gonna buy you dresses, shoes, accessories - wait, is that Karen? Karen!" she stood up and ran to a middle-aged woman.
"Lauren, long time no see! How have you been? The kids?" the woman asked and hugged her back. "Same old, same old." Aunt Lauren said as they let go of the hug, and walked towards the table. "And who might this beautiful young lady be?" the woman asked, while smiling at me.
I stood up and let out my hand. "My name is Lorraine Andrea Thompson, but you call me Raine." I said formally. She thankfully, took my hand and shook it. "Hello, dear. I am Karen Skyes, but you can call me Aunt Karen. I'm also the mother of Andrew Skyes, if you have heard him?" she said, making me stiffen.
Shut the fridge.
I don't just know him, I lived with him. That's what I wanted to say, but didn't.
I gulped and slowly nodded. "Yes, I have heard of him," I said, making her smile. I glanced at Aunt Lauren and said: "I'm sorry, but I have to leave now. Please enjoy the food without me." then I left. I quickly walked out of the restaurant, holding my breath.
When I opened the door and got out, I released a sigh. I can't believe I just met his mother. God, that was not expected. That's when I started walking to who knows where. I just let my feet lead the way, while my mind is elsewhere.
That's when I heard someone talking. "She's so flawless!" the tall girl said. "I know, I want to be like her." the smaller one said. "Let's make a fan fiction about her and Andrew." the small girl said, making them both laugh. "Well, they're suit each other, so... yes!" the tall girl said, then they left.
I glanced at what they looked at. It's a TV shop. I walked towards it and saw a familiar face. I can't help, but stare at her face with envy. She is every girl's dream to be and every boy's dream to have. Huh, no wonder why she's being paired up with Andrew. Out of curiosity, I stared and listened to her interview.
"Good morning, everyone! I'm here with Reigning Goddess, Andy Carson." the interviewer said. "I'm great, Roi! Good morning everybody!" she said and showed her billion dollar smile. "I won't waste any time and ask the question that everybody is dying for the answer. Are you Andrew Skyes' official girlfriend?"
I don't know why, but I just found myself scared for her answer. Ugh, this is getting into me. I shook my head and walked away, but I'm still not far when I heard her answer. "Well, it's up to you."
When I was far enough from the shop, I reached my phone from my pocket and dialed Zara's number. It didn't take a second when she answered. "Hello?" but it wasn't her voice. "Grey? Did you steal Z's phone again?" I asked jokingly, but he didn't answer. That's when I realized who's voice it was.
"Raine?"
"Andrew?"
We said at the same time. Oh my God, it's real.
"Raine, I-"
"Stay where you are, and don't you dare come out of my apartment."
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