How It Started (A Prequel to Left Alone in the Dark)

Chapter 3

Patrice's POV

Brad and I stepped into my car.

"How do you think of Claire?" Brad asked.

"I think she has an amazing personality, she's a great skater, she beautifu-" I said, Brad immediately stopping me.

"Woah there. Patrice you have Steph" Brad said, making me sigh.

I don't know what it is, but something about Claire is an amazing. Claire is not at all like Steph. The fact that I have only known Claire for 3 hours and I'm already in love with her...

"Patrice, I think we all know that Steph will like burn your house down if you dump her" Brad said.

"I know, but there's something about Claire. I don't know what it is, but it's something about her. Her beautiful smile, or her bright personality." I said.

"Patrice, if you want your life to be safe and also Claire's, it's a good-idea to keep Steph as your girlfriend" Brad said.

I realized that. Is it okay to say that you love someone even if you've known them for 3 hours? Because I do.

But I need to stay with Steph. It's the best choice.

I came back home to my apartment, instantly greeted by Stephanie.

"hey baby" I said, making her smile and peck my cheek.

"When are the boys coming over?" Steph asked.

"In about 3 hours. But there's someone new I want to introduce you to, her name is Claire" I said.

"Wait a girl is apart of the organization? That's awesome!" She said.

I smiled. Claire is awesome.

Claire's POV

I returned back to my hotel, beginning to place things out of my suitcase.

The party started in an hour, so I decided to start getting ready.

I threw on a pair of skinny jeans, and a light blue sweater. I put on some uggs and head out.

Once I came to Patrice's complex, I stood in awe.

"This is amazing" I whispered to myself.

It was pretty big, but not a mansion. But still it was a really nice house.

I walked up the steps and rang the door bell. The door opened and a women about my age appeared.

"Hi you must be Claire! I'm Patrice girlfriend, Stephanie. But you can call me Steph" she said shaking my hand.

Wait Patrice has a girlfriend?

"Hi nice to meet you!" I responded. But inside I felt horrible. I can't believe I was falling in love with someone who already has a partner. I can't believe this.

I walked passed the lobby, staring at the beautiful house. Life goals.

I spotted Patrice, and he spotted me.

"Hey Claire!" He said pulling me into a friendly hug.

The smell of his cologne filled up in my nose. I mean I'm not complaining. It smelled pleasant.

"Do you want anything to drink?" Patrice asked.

"Uh I'm fine." I responded.

"Alright, well there's beers and sodas in the cooler, I'm going to talk to Torey over there but feel free to make yourself feel at home." Patrice said, flashing a light smile.

"Thank you" I said.

I settled in and talked with a few boys.