"This is a little inappropriate, don't you think?" I say not worrying if my anger is showing.
"Oh god!" Katrina scream trying to cover herself. "I thought you said that she wouldn't be home until six?"
They are both scrambling around the room looking for their clothing while I just stand there starring. I can't believe that Joshua would have the nerve to bring his adulterous acts into to our home. I guess I was wrong when I thought this day couldn't get any worse.
"Joshua what were thinking brining her in here of all place. You know what don't answer that, because apparently you weren't. I knew you were low but this takes it to a new level."
"Calm down Amelia. You act as if this is the first time something like this has happened." Joshua says.
"That's suppose to make this situation better, just because it's happened before. Come on Joshua you can't be so stupid as to think that this is ok. " I say motioning towards them both.
"It's not like you didn't know it was happening." Joshua says walking up to me pulling his shirt over his head. "I mean I haven't touched you in over two years. You had to know I was getting it from someone if not from you."
"You're right I did have an idea it was happening again. I just thought that you would have picked someone whom wasn't such a whore this time. I mean she is literally the biggest one I know."
"At least when I get a man I can keep him unlike you. I mean what kind of woman has a man like Joshua and doesn't treat him like he should be treated?"
"Katrina if I where you I would shut it. The only reason you got him in the first place is because you are an easy piece. I bet you gave it up on the first day didn't you? Just keep in mind the way he got you, he'll get the next. Oh and Joshua, FYI while your not around she throws herself at every man in the office, married or single she doesn't have a preference. She'll give it to whomever is willing."
"That's enough Amelia! You're just jealous that I want her and not you. You were just someone who has warmed my bed for the past six years not the one that actually gave me what I desired. I used you for a place to stay and you're daddy's money. Did you actually think that I married you for love? Oh wait you did, didn't you?"
"Get out!" I yell completely losing it, but I will not give him the privilege of seeing me cry. "I want both of you out and I mean now. You know what never mind I'll go for now, but when come back you better be gone and so had your stuff. Anything left in here will be burnt of sent to the goodwill."
After today I have to find a new place to live, because there is no way I can walk in here and not see what I did today over and over again in my head. I collect a few of my things before walking back out to the living room to leave. As I reach the from door I turn once more to look over the place. When I do I see Joshua standing there with Katrina wrapped in his arms and she has a smirk on her face. I ignore them and walk out the door feeling completely ripped apart.
While sitting in my car I keep thinking about how my life as turned out like this. I grab my phone dialing the first number that comes in to my mind. After a few moments they answer and I ultimately break down. I try to speak but nothing comes out except sobs. I can hear the caller doing their best to calm me down but nothing is working. A couple minutes pass and I am finally able to speak.
"I need you." Is all I say before the other person has hung up and I know their on their way.
I continue sobbing until my door is opened, and I am being wrapped in the arms of the only person that can console me. When his arms go around me I somehow know everything will be alright. He always seems to have this effect on me.
"Sweetheart what happened?" Austin asks with concern written all over his face.
"Can we just go? Please."
"If that's what you want. We can go to my place, yeah?"
Not speaking I just my head letting him know that's fine. I feel myself being pick up and I instantly wrap my arms around his neck to hold on. Austin places me in his car and goes to get my things and lock up my car. The ride to his house is made in complete silence, neither of us knowing what to say in this moment. We arrive at his house and he comes around to my side picking me up and packing me inside. Austin doesn't set me down until we are standing into what I assume is his room.
"I thought you might want to take a shower." He says
"That would be nice." I say looking to him.
"The bathroom is through those doors." He says pointing to a set of double doors on the right side of the room. "Everything you need should be in there. I'm going to go but I'll be back to check on you."
With that he walks out leaving me alone with my thought. I find the will to push them aside and head for a shower. Everything in this room smells like him and it's so comforting. I strip down and get into the shower letting the hot water run over my exhausted body. After standing in the shower for I don't know how long, I finally decide I should bath and get out. Once out I realize that in have left my clothes in Austin room, so I dry off and go to get them. As soon as I step into the bedroom the other door opens and Austin walks in. He doesn't even notice me until he finally looks up from his phone.
"Oh god! Sweetheart I'm so sorry." He says turning his back to me.
"It's fine, just give me a few minutes." I say walking over to my bag. "Alright I'm decent."
"I really didn't mean to walk in on you. I figured you would have still been in the bathroom." Austin says turning to face me.
"It's truly fine. I forgot my bag in here so it's my fault anyway."
"Do you want to talk about what happened earlier tonight?"
"Not tonight. Let's just say that today is one of those day I wish I could wash from my brain forever."
"Well I think I'll have and shower and then go to bed. You can take my bed and I'll sleep either on one of the couches or in the guest room." He says walking towards the bed.
"Austin I'll be fine on one of those, I really don't want to run you out of your bed."
"It's fine sweetheart." He pulls the cover back and pats the bed for me to climb in.
"Are you sure?"
"Yes now get in."
I walk over to the bed and climb in. Austin pulls the cover over me and then heads for the bathroom. I lay there in the silence thinking over everything that happened today. First things with Tyler, then coming home to Joshua screwing his mistress. Tears start to fall out of my eyes and I try to wipe them away. I shouldn't cry because I know deep down Joshua isn't worth my tears but it hurts so bad. Not that he cheated per say because I pretty much knew that was happening, but the words he spoke cut deep. I do all I can to wipe the thoughts away but nothing seems to work.
Without me realizing it Austin has walked out of the bathroom and is know standing right beside me. I feel the bed dip when he sits beside me and I feel him touch my face. Just one touch from him is more comforting than any touch from Joshua. Austin reaches over and turns on the bedside lamp before looking back to my face.
"Oh sweetheart please don't cry. What or whoever you're crying over isn't worth your tears."
We sit there in silence as my tears begin to dry up. I knew calling Austin's was the best thing I could have done. No one can help me feel better like he can. He reaches over again rubbing the side of my face, before bending over and kissing my forehead.
"Try to get some sleep. I'll be right downstairs if you need me for anything." He says as he gets up to leave.
"Please don't go."I say reaching out and grabbing his hand to stop him. "I really don't want to be alone tonight."
"Are you sure amelia?" He asks wearily.
"Please Austin."
I don't have to say anymore for Austin to reach over to turn the light off before he climbs in bed beside me. I turn to face him and we just lie there looking at each other saying nothing. I reach over to rub his face and he places his hand on top of mine. I pull my hand away, lean over to give him a peck on the cheek, then roll over to my back.
"What was that for?" He ask still looking at me.
"Just for being you and taking care of me whenever I need you too."
"You don't have to thank me Amelia. I'll always be here for you no matter what." He says honestly.
With that we don't say anything else. Austin just reaches over, pulls me to his side, and wraps his arms around me like a cocoon. I relax after a minute or so and snuggle closer into his arms letting the events of today fade away.
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