Only a Secret | Sequel to Only a Memory

Skype Calls

Arizona's p.o.v ;-

The more I thought about going to California, the more I wanted to go.

I had already told everyone, apart from Belle.

We haven't really spoken since the night...

If I did go to Cali, I guess I could crash with Bee, Stacy, Jordan or Sean.

Brayden got let out of the hospital earlier today, we were all going to have a lazy day in, binge on Netflix and eat food.

' Ari? Can I come in? ' I hear Tori say.

' Yeah, sure ' I reply.

' Are you going to go to Cali? ' Tori says walking over to my bed and laying beside me.

' I'm not sure as of yet, maybe ' I look at her.

She has tears in her eyes at this moment.

' Come on bud, please don't be upset, what if I make you a deal? ' I suggest.

' It depends... ' she replies.

' If i go to Cali, I promise I will come back and not stay there. ' I smile.

' Yes, yes, yes! ' she smiles back.

' I'm going to go get ready for Brayden's little day, okay? ' she says. (That rhymed, ermagod)

' Same ' I reply getting out of bed.

Tori leaves and I walk over to my closet.

I take a fluffy, baggy jumper and some leggings too.

After i get changed I put my hair in a side plait and take my laptop and sit on my bed.

I get up Skype and check who is on.

Only Jordan.

I go to hit call but he calls me first.

" Hey! " Jordan shouts.

' Hey, I have something to tell you... ' I smile.

'' Go on.... " he replies.

' I'm thinking of moving back to Cali ' I say.

The smile on his face was priceless, he looked so happy.

" You can move in with me and Sam if you are looking for a place to stay " he smiles.

' That would be lovely ' I smile back.

" When are you coming? " he asks excitedly.

' I'm not sure if I want to exactly ' I say awkwardly.

" Come on, how about New Year, you can have Christmas with your friends and boyfriend and spend New Year with us " he suggests.

' Parkers not my boyfriend anymore bud and I don't know... ' I frown.

" Oh, I'm sorry, we can talk about it when you get here, I'm not taking no for an answer.. " he smirks.

' Fine, I'll come, I feel more welcome there than here honestly. '

" So it's settles then, I'll see you at New Years " he smiles.

' Sure, don't tell the others tho, I want it to be a surprise ' I smile back.

" Sure thang, goodbye Ari " Jordan says and hangs up.

I turn my laptop off and walk into the living area where everyone is.

" Ari! " Brayden shouts and walks over and gives me a hug.

' Hey pal, I missed you ' I say to him.

" Same back " he replies.

' Guys. I have something to tell you all... ' I say letting go of Brayden.

" Go on... " Parker says.

' I..I'm moving to California... ' I say slowly.

' When? " Tori says sadly.

' New Year ' I reply.

" Why? " Brayden asks.

' If I'm being honest, I'd feel more welcomed there than I do here... ' I say looking down at the ground.

It's complete silence, I glance up and see Brayden giving Ryan and Parker the death stare.

' Hey, come on guys, lets not spoil a goodnight, lets get started, ay? ' I smile.

' Ari's right ' Belle says.

I walk over to the couch and sit at the end, Brayden sits beside me and the others sit on the other couches.

We end up having a laugh and the night was a success.

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Guys, this book is nearly complete :c

Sad, I know but there might be another one coming soon... c:

I'll keep you posted c:

I'm feeling happier now so maybe more updates that usual but pls dont quote me on it, i bog fna.

Anyway,

Thank-you for reading.

Ilyasm

- cherry xo