Yours Truly

Chapter 9

Rose's POV...

The woods are dark and scary, I couldn't hear anything but the growling sounds of the monster as it draws even closer to me
I picked up my steps, running as the fear and uncertainty churned deep within me, with my feet bruised and my breathing heavy, I didn't know where I was running to and I didn't care at all, because all I wanted to do was to get as far away as I could from the monster

Galloping in fear, luck was not on my side as the monster got to me tackling me to the ground, the monster had the face of Keith and that made me drown further into an ocean of dismay

Please let me go...
Please let me go..." I said incessantly as I was drifted back to reality by Eve's voice
Hey... Hey you were having that nightmare again," I heard Eve say softly to me as she shocks me slowly back to consciousness
Blinking off the sleep from my eyes, I realized it was just a dream, the same dream I have been having ever since the incident that leads up to all this
And I wondered to myself if I would ever be free from the clutches of the past
Looking back up at Eve, I saw her smiling handing me a glass of water
Here drink this you would feel a lot better," she said rubbing circles around my palm
Tyler don't you think it's time to seek help for these nightmares, they have lasted for so long," she said with concern laced in her voice
Downing the water in the glass I look up at her smiling as I turned to drop the glass on the table beside me
I'm fine, trust me I don't need help," I said holding onto her hand

But..." Even tried to protest

Thank you for your concern but I will be fine," I continued to pacify her but Eve wasn't still convinced
But Tyler it's been 3 months since you moved here and since then the nightmares had been on a constant occurrence, I'm just worried you know," she said with a sad look on her face
Smiling, I looked at her bringing my hand to her face

thank you for caring and I'm lucky to have you as a friend, but I'm fine," I whispered pulling her into a tight hug.

I was grateful for having Eve in my life, she was the closest thing I had to a family since I moved here, and she made this place feel a little bit like home for me

It's been 3 months staying with her and I couldn't have asked for a better friend.

'Pulling her away from me a bit, I noticed she was beautifully dressed and looking amazing

I see you are dressed for work," I smiled as I stared at her from head to toe

Yeah I am, duties calls," she grinned, standing up to her feet as she did a full 360 spin for me

You look beautiful," I winked at her saying

she smiled back at me with her heels hitting the floor as she jumped in excitement.

Thank you, kind lady, but I would be on my way now," she said picking up her keys as she walked over to the door

And that reminds me, we are both going to a work event later tonight, so I hope you don't have a waitressing shift tonight," she asked

No, I don't, my shift starts in less than an hour," I replied

So it's settled we are going out tonight, so see you then," she chirped rushing out of the door immediately.

Shaking my head at the level of her excitement, I slowly made my way to the bathroom, totally eager to have my shower as my head was currently banging from the aftermath of my nightmare

The cold water was all I needed to feel like myself again, as it helped get rid of any negative thoughts in my head

Done with my shower, I got ready for work as I had my breakfast and soon enough I was on my way to the restaurant

I worked as a waitress in a restaurant not too far from Eve's apartment, and I must say I love working here

The smell of strong coffee and greasy foods soon became music to my ears

My shift wasn't too hectic as there weren't so many people during the morning period

So It ended in no time, and soon I was on my way home, getting back to the apartment with my takeouts

I dusted off my shoes as I fell onto the bed, putting on the TV, my favourite show was on so I got comfy eating my food as I watched non stop waiting for Eve to get back from work.

I didn't even know when I slept off but I was woken up by the sounds of the door opening

Tyler are you back home," I heard Eve call out for me

Yes I'm in here," I yelled back as I soon saw Eve walking into the room

Hey how was work," I asked still a bit sleepy

Stressful as always, but I'm so happy we are going to unwind tonight at that event I told you about," she said smiling as she pulled off her shoes jumping into bed with me

So I see takeouts, where is mine, really hope you got some for me because I'm starving," Eve grumbled

Rolling my eyes at her, I went to give her some of the takeouts I left in the fridge

Seeing her jump at the sight of the food was beyond hilarious

She soon ate and we talked for a while, soon enough it was time for the event

I have not gone to an event since the last one I went to with Keith

So going out today really puts me on edge, but I had to do it, if not for anything for Eve

Dressing up we both made our way to the car waiting for us and soon enough, we were on our way to the event

Eve as always was beyond excited and I just follow suit doing everything she did

The event was calm and nothing far from the ordinary, as people laughed, drank and are

I walked around with a drink in my hand taken in the beautifully decorated place, while Eve went ahead to greet some people

My legs soon took me to the balcony, as I looked over at the view of the city.

Mesmerized and so engrossed, I didn't even know when he said

'The city is beautiful,' he said instantly getting my attention as I shifted my gaze to him

He smiled in an instant, extending his hand for a handshake

I'm Liam Paige," He smiled saying

Tyler... Tyler Cain," I replied smiling back at him

So tell me Tyler, what do you like about this city," he asked

Smirking, I looked back at the bustling city below me as a smile grow wildly on my face

“Because it's slowly becoming a haven for me”