I felt the warm sunlight burning through my skin.
I open my eyes slowly as I covered and shield my face from the sunlight passing the room.
Sarah's legs are wrap around mine. She was hugging me tight. My whole body tense up when I realize how dangerously close was my face to hers.
Our lips are almost touching.
I pulled back in an instant.
I was still wrap around her. I try to wiggle out which made the blanket drop below the bed.
My eyes wide open when I got a clearer view of our current position.
"What the hell is she wearing?!"
I probably didn't notice it well last night since the lights were off or maybe because I was too drunk.. I don't know whichever it was
but..
What she's wearing right now is just an oversize t-shirt and undies.
She doesn't have any short or pants..
Her shirt was slightly raised up.
My other leg was inbetween hers.
I managed to get my hands free. I place both of my hands over her shoulder trying to push her gently.
Until I heard someone open her door.
Oh my God! Please don't tell me we got caught by her parents
I jump out and try to get the blanket back to cover us.
"Oh sweety! Oh dear Lord! I didn't know you got some company in your room." It was her mom who spoke behind the door. She immediately shut it close after she saw Sarah and I in that very intimate position.
I don't even think she recognize me.
I mentally curse myself.
I start shaking Sarah to wake her up. Let her know what just happen.
"Hey Sar c'mon wake up!!" I said rushing.
She just push me a bit.
"I'm tired O.. let me sleep." She said on her sleepy voice.
Damn I'm serious
My head starts to hurt. I think the hangover is kicking in.
I rush to the comfort room and vomit.
I think her mom left the house but I'm not too sure. I was afraid to face her.
After washing my face, I went back to Sarah.
She slowly open her eyes and stood up from the bed. She stretch her arms and look at me annoyingly.
"Ugh, why did you have to disturb my sleep like that O?" She complain.
"I think your mom saw us.. I mean of course she definitely saw us." I said nodding hastily.
She look at me confused.
"And so? You always sleep in my bed. That's nothing new." She said while yawning.
"You don't understand.. She may have gotten the wrong idea about us. I don't think she recognize me. You should explain it to her." I said.
Still Sarah was being clueless.
"Huh?"
I rolled my eyes
"She might think I'm your boyfriend or something!" I yelled frustratingly.
"Ooooh.." She gestured with an big "O" realizing what I meant to say.
She smiled and pat my shoulder.
"Relax, I got this covered." She said winking at me.
Does she think this is a joke?
She walk downstairs to check for her mom.
In a few seconds, she's back to her room.
I waited for her response.
She handed me a piece of paper. I can recognize her mom's writing.
She burst out laughing.
"Hey kiddo! I'm sorry for walking in on you and your boyfriend. Is that Oli? I didn't get a good look. I know you've been obssessing about him so I said finally. But don't forget to use safety sex okay? I can't wait to tell your dad. Love you!"
I felt cold sweat form on my face.
I guess Sarah got her weird brain from her mom.
She's gonna tell Sarah's dad?? I'm officially dead.
I threw the paper on her face.
"Dang Sar! This is all your fault!" I hissed.
She just laugh even more.
"Well it's funny, I always wonder how my parents would react if I brought a guy home." She said casually.
I rub my head. My headache is getting worst.
She step closer to me.
"Hangover? I'll make you some smoothie and maybe a painkillers too." She said softly then started to walked downstairs.
I immediately look away when I realized that she was still just wearing her undies.
"Umm.. can you please wear some pants first?" I said uncomfortably.
"It's really hot today don't you think?" She replied completely ignoring what I just said.
I swear sometimes I feel like she really likes making me feel uncomfortable.
I rest my back on her bed again.
Then suddenly, all thoughts rushing through me. Sarah's mom is also a big talker..
What if she tells my mom?
What the hell am I gonna do?
I mean of course, I can just tell her that I'm Olivia and not Oliver and the whole thing Mrs. Wilter saw this morning is just a big misunderstanding and nothing more. Then she will start asking questions about LA and the things I've been doing. That's not good. I'm going to be a walking shame.
To be honest, I never really plan to stay long. I thought I could just sneak in the house and find some of my old stuff that I can sell then move away far from this town then look for a temporary job until things settle down for me. But oh well, my plan failed as soon as I realize mom was not even home.
And there I shut my eyes open,
"the contract!" I said snapping my finger
I know it's crazy but maybe that's the only solution where I can still save my image.
I run downstairs.
Sarah was setting the table.
I walk closer to her and place my hands over her shoulder firmly.
"Okay what's going on?" She asked eyeing my hands.
I stare at her seriously.
I inhale and exhale deeply.
She raise her eyebrows at me.
"Let's make it official!" I said.
"Huh? Official what?" She asked curiously.
"The contract.." I replied with determination.
I nodded firmly, letting her know that I'm serious.
"What made you change your mind?" She asked instead.
Okay, I didn't expect that. I thought she will agree right away. I mean it was her idea in the first place.
I turn around and sat on the chair.
She sat accross me.
"I thought you're worried about my parents." She's trying to lighten up the mood.
"I don't want to tell my mom about LA." I said honestly.
She handed me the smoothie while smiling warmly.
"Okay? That doesn't really explain why you are suddenly agreeing to my proposal." She replied.
"Okay, I know it's bad.. but I don't want people talking about me. I thought it will be better if I just pretend that I'm different person." I explained.
"You said we'll be helping each other. The contract will benefit both of us. I get to help you and you get to help me." I said hopeful.
I guess she changed her mind now. She doesn't want to do the contract anymore.
"I only suggested the contract because I know how much you want to go to acting school and how important that is to you." She revealed.
That is so sweet.. and here I thought she was going crazy.
"But this one is also good!" She said giggling.
Huh?
"Then I guess it's official. I'll have it type written!" She said in rejoice.
Oh there she goes again.
I facepalm myself when she wasn't looking.
I'm going to regret this don't I?
"Let's eat first then we'll talk about the details later." She said estatically.
Oh boy!
I suddenly miss Tyler.
---
After washing the dishes, I met up with her in the living room.
She has a notepad, ballpen and laptop ready.
"Okay, we need to lay down the rules." She said trying to sound professional.
I gulp hard thinking about what crazy things she might write down on that piece of paper.
"Rule number 1..." she said while trying to think of something.
"Don't dare fall in love with each other?" I said joking.
She threw me a piece of paper.
"What? Isn't that like a major rule or something? I always see that on movies." I mentioned.
She nodded acknowledging my point.
"I'm pretty sure that's not gonna be a problem but since you mention it.. then I guess we'll make that number 1." She said while writing it down.
"Okay number two.. I need you to be affectionate. I always dream of having a gentleman, sweet and loving boyfriend!" She said.
"Affectionate how? I mean please don't expect me to keep kissing you." I said sitting next to her.
She glared at me.
"Fine.. then be more considerate. I want you holding my hand and greeting me everyday.. kissing my cheeks and you know.. normal relationship goals. I need you to really act like one." She said.
Just thinking about it makes my body shiver.
"Just think of these as method acting." She suggested.
"Fine by me.. as long as you keep my secret." I said nodding.
I grab some potato fries. This is going to be a long list.
We finish maybe in like two hours.
She came up with 100 rules, most are just interrelated and repetitive. Mostly just about us pretending to be a perfect couple.
There's only one rule for me. It was the last one.
"No sex!" I said.
She laughed so hard. I think our neighbors will hear it too.
We even argue about kissing. She wanted us to make out at least occassionally.
My first kiss was already a freaking nightmare! I don't want to keep doing that.
She is now waiting for the print out.
We both have our own copy of the contract.
Then we read it one last time.
I was about to sign it when I realize that the duration was for indefinite period.
What the heck?
"Why is this indefinite?" I asked suspiciously.
"Well, I haven't really thought about it. For all we know we'll be pretending for a couple of weeks? Months.. or.. maybe a year? It depends.." she replied casually after signing the contract then handed it to me.
"A year??" I complained.
"Okay.. maybe less than a year? Just sign it and stop complaining." She said while taking out her cheque book.
She gave me a blank cheque. How generous I thought.
Well if she can trust me with a blank cheque then I guess I have to trust her with this contract.
And now it's official we both signed the papers and we made a business handshake like professionals do.
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I was about to drive Sarah to school when I saw my mom about to go inside the house. Right she's back with Sarah's parents.
"Oli?" She called for my attention.
I was trying to avoid her.
I slowly turn around to face her.
"Hey mom!" Trying to sound like Oli..
I'm also trying to copy his mannerism so she will not suspect a thing.
She walked closer and greeted Sarah.
"So it's true?" She asked a bit unsure.
I gave her a questioning look.
"You and Sarah?.. Margaret told me this morning." I knew Sarah's mom will not keep her mouth shut.
Sarah interlock are fingers together like an actual couple.
"Sorry Aunt Liza, we were just waiting for the right time to tell you guys. I didn't mean for my mom to find us that way." She explained while smiling sweetly.
Wow, she's natural..
My mom was smiling sheepishly while looking at Sarah and mine intertwined hands.
"Okay.. okay, I get it. I'm happy for you two. Just to be clear.. you guys know your limits right?" My mom said.
Sarah just made soft giggles and nodded.
Okay you need to stop Sar.. my mom will get the wrong idea.
I can see my mom's face getting red.
"Okay mom, I'll see you at home. I'll just drive Sarah to school." I said excusing myself.
"Okay, see you later Sarah." She bid her goodbye.
"And you young man." She looked at me seriously.
For a second, I thought she was about to scold me but then her face soften
"I missed you. And also Olivia. There's a lot to catch up to." She said softly.
She kiss my cheeks and let me drive Sarah to school.
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In the car
"That went well." Sarah mention.
"Yeah I guess.." I replied smiling.
"I guess it's not true what they say." I said giggling.
She looks at me confused.
"Mom didn't even recognize me.. but they say mother always know their kids." I continued laughing.
She laugh with me.
"Don't be mean.. I can't blame Aunt Liza for not knowing!" She defended my mom but she's laughing with me anyway.
I guess this is really official. I'm going to pretend to be Oli from now on.
Brother wherever you are.. I'm sorry for borrowing your identity. I mentally said to myself.