Riches to Rags

Riches to Rags (Chapter Seven)

<P>"It still hurts though." I said through my tears.</P>

<P>"I know it does. But that'll pass. I promise."</P>

<P>I can't believe I was pouring my heart out to this guy that I had only known for a couple of days, but I knew I could lean on him. He hasn't judged me yet. It all feels right with him. I looked up at him.</P>

<P>"Thanks, Jeremy...for everything."</P>

<P>"No problem." </P>

<P>"I...uh...I really like you." I said, trying to smile. "That might sound weird to you, considering we've only known each other for a few days.</P>

<P>"I don't think it's weird at all. I feel the exact same way." he said, smiling.</P>

<P>"Good." I said simply before pulling him into a kiss. He responded with such enthusiasm. I could stay like this forever. Just Jeremy and I.</P>

<P>"You should go back to your house." Jeremy said after the kiss was broken up.</P>

<P>"Yeah, you're right." </P>

<P>"Come on." Jeremy said jumping up, then grabbing my hand.</P>

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<P>It was official. This girl definitely had me. The walk back to her house didn't seem so long with her walking with me. I was completely distracted, so I didn't hear anything she was saying on the walk back</P>

<P>"Jeremy? You ok?" she said, sounding concerned.</P>

<P>"What? Oh yeah, sorry. Just got distracted." </P>

<P>She giggled a little. "Nice."</P>

<P>"Hey! Don't judge!" I joked, giving her a playful and light slap on the shoulder.</P>

<P>She continued to laugh. "Never."</P>

<P>"You going to talk to Julia and Levi?"</P>

<P>She stayed quiet for awhile before answering. "Yeah, I better, I guess."</P>

<P>"Good," I responded.</P>

<P>It was already starting to get dark, and I'm sure my mom was worrying about me. I needed to get back home, but I wanted to make sure everything turned out ok for Olivia, Levi, and Julia.</P>

<P>"Hey Olivia..." Levi said as he saw us walking into the kitchen. "And I'm sorry I didn't ask for your name?" he said asking me</P>

<P>"Jeremy Causley," I said, shaking his hand</P>

<P>"Good to meet you."</P>

<P>I nodded at him before he turned his attention back to Olivia.</P>

<P>"I know you're hurt, squirt but-" </P>

<P>Olivia cut him off. "Stop calling me Squirt, Levi."</P>

<P>Levi looked taken aback by this. "I've always called you that...I'm sorry. But anyway. Don't take out your anger on Julia, please. </P>

<P>I could see Julia come out from the other hallway. I gave her a sympathetic smile, and she gave me one too.</P>

<P>Olivia didn't say anything for awhile. She just stared at Levi before taking a deep breath. </P>

<P>"You two really like each other, huh?" she finally said.</P>

<P>"No." Julia said. "We love each other."</P>

<P>Olivia looked away and nodded her head. "Fine. It still hurts you two hid this from me for so long...but I forgive you both. I just want you two to be happy."</P>

<P>Julia broke out into a smile. "Thank you, Olivia! I'm so sorry! I love you, you know that." </P>

<P>"I know. I love you too." Olivia said breaking into a smile herself. "You too, Levi.</P>

<P>"Love you too, little sis. Thanks for forgiving us. I'll treat her right." Levi said, putting his arm around Julia, who blushed.</P>

<P>"You better!" Olivia said jokingly</P>

<P>"Well...I better get home now. I'm sure my mom's wondering where I am." I said, interrupting the happiness.</P>

<P>"Oh, ok. I'll take you."</P>

<P>The butler showed up again and broke our conversation. "I'll take home your friend, Olivia, if you don't want to get out.</P>

<P>This was a good excuse for her not to see my house, so I decided I should convince her not to drive me.</P>

<P>"Yeah, Olivia. I don't mind you not driving me. Its getting dark anyway. Stay here with Julia and Levi."</P>

<P>She looked at me suspiciously but excepted it. "Well...ok then. I'll walk you to the car."</P>

<P>She led me out the garage and took my hand. "I'm glad you came over. You were a lot of help."</P>

<P>"I'm glad I did too." I said.</P>

<P>"Ready Jeremy?" the butler asked.</P>

<P>"Yes sir." I responded. I kissed Olivia on the head while he wasn't looking. "Bye."</P>

<P>"Bye, see you tomorrow." she replied.</P>

<P>As we pulled out of the driveway, I could still see Olivia waving and smiling at me.</P>

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<P>-Maddi</P>

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