Country Lovin' {BoyxBoy}

{13} Let Me Explain

"I guess we are going to stay here, even with both if our jobs, I don't think we have enough money." I said.

My dad looked at me then, "Actually, Henry, my manager, offered me a job in New York working for his friend's company. It's the same pay and we would be fine if we moved back. It's all up to you, you have until the end of summer to decided." He told me.

I thought about Bailey and how they had a really good school for the deaf up in New York that Bailey had gone to. But they also had a really good school here that my grandparents sponsored. We had gone to check it out once. Bailey liked it and the people that worked there so I knew she couldn't persuade my decision.

Brax hadn't started school yet so he was usually at daycare when when we had school or work. If we stayed here I knew my grandma wouldn't let Brax stay at daycare and would watch him.

So it was all up to me, if I wanted to finish my high school career in Texas or New York. It wouldn't stop me from applying to the same colleges I had wanted to go to before, it just might put me far away from home if they stay here when I leave for college.

"I'm going to need some time to think." I said and my dad nodded.

I actually had friends here too, more friends than I had back in New York, especially since Josef and I didn't talk any more. Grace and I talked once a week, updating each other on our lives. She threatened to fly down to Texas when I told her what had happened and why I was in the hospital.

But her talking about coming to Texas had me suggesting that she come for the end of the summer party that promised a lot more fun than the beginning of summer party, since I knew more people and surely there wouldn't be another fight.

 We stayed a little longer before she had to leave or she would miss her flight. Bailey cried, not wanting her to leave, but after a promise to see her in a month, Bailey was a little happier.

Once we were back home I went into the garden with Bailey and my grandma. I helped them water the flowers, having a mini water fight with Bailey when she accidentally sprayed me with the water.

When we finished watering the flowers I went inside to take a nap while everyone else went outside to swim, except my dad and grandpa who were helping load up the cattle to take to slaughter.

When I woke up I had a message from Seth, asking if I wanted to go to the park.

I agreed but told him he would have to come get me. I went outside to tell my dad just as they got the last cow in the trailer.

He sighed and grabbed a towel to wipe the sweat off of his face before looking at me, "Can I go to the park with Seth, he's coming to pick me up."

"Sure, just be careful. I don't want to get another call saying that you're in the hospital."

"You better take a shower and get cleaned up for your date tonight." I smirked. I had overheard him on the phone the previous day.

Before he could question me I was walking away, taking a seat on the porch to wait for Seth.

When he arrived I got in the car and he drove us to the park.

"How are you feeling?" He asked when we settled down under the oak trees.

"Better," I answered honestly, resting my head against his shoulder, "You ever talk to Daniel after I introduced you?"

Seth chuckled a little, "Why are you so intent on that?"

"I was just wondering. Did you bond over my life threatening experience?" I smiled, looking up at him.

He shook his head at me, "You shouldn't joke about that."

I rolled my eyes at him, "So did you talk to him anymore or not?" I asked.

Seth nodded and my smile grew, "We talked a little. How did your visit with your mom go?"

I looked at him, "It was surprisingly well. She's going to try harder to be a part of Bailey and Brax's life and she explained why she left."

"That's good, did you forgive her?" He asked.

I shook my head, "It's going to take a little longer than one conversation and a promise to see me again for me to forgive her for the shit she did to us."

"She must of been pretty bad." He said lightly.

"Not nearly as bad as your dad," I said, "But she fucked up my dad for a bit when she left."

"Well maybe it will be better now." He offered.

"She's not the best at keeping her promises or sticking with her word." I said.

Then as I saw a little boy with ice cream I looked over as Seth, "I want ice cream."

He chuckled at my subject change but said, "Only if you pay."

"Wow." I chuckled as we stood up.

"What? I have to save my money for all those dates you want me and Daniel to go on." Seth smiled.

I laughed as we walked to his car.

Sorry I haven't updated in a while, I'm hoping to have this story finished soon.