?A Wish?
Chapter 22
A strained groan escaped my lips when i woke up to a terrible ache in my stomach. I tossed the covers aside and got up, heading towards the bathroom. Ugh! Of all the days, why does my period have to come today. I brushed my teeth and had my bath before taking out a tampon. I walked out of the bathroom and made my way over to my walk-in closet. I slipped in my grey sweatshirt and sweatpants with a pair of white converse. I applied a nude lipgloss and tied my hair up into a high ponytail. I threw my backpack over my shoulder and trudged downstairs to the kitchen, opening the cupboard as i searched for some painkiller drugs.
Damon’s cheerful steps sauntered inside the kitchen. He opened the fridge and took out a cold bottled water before he closed it and turned to me, a large grin plastered on his face. “Good morning Brielle.”
“Morning.” I replied drily, filling a glass with warm water before i popped two painkillers in my mouth and gulped down the water.
“Why are you taking painkillers?” Damon asked. “Do you have any ache?” Worry was featured in his gentle gaze.
“My period decided to pay me a lovely visit today.” I said sarcastically.
Damon gave me a sad smile. “I’m sorry about that, but do you need anything? Heating pads? Chocolate? Candies? Oreos? Or do you want me to shut up so i dont get you worked up?”
I laughed. “Damon incase you have forgotten, i dont have moodswings neither do i crave sweet stuff.”
“Okay, i was just worried that the cramps will be too much for you.”
“Its alright Damon.” I said as i placed the glass on the table. “I can endure the pain, besides, painkiller drugs helps me with my cramps.” He gave my shoulder a pat and walked out of the kitchen. I fixed up some bacon and scrambled eggs for me and the boys to eat. I managed to eat my breakfast and walked to the living room, plopping down on the sofa lazily. Alex and Xavier came down and ate their breakfast, Damon also joined them. When my boyfriend asked me if am alright, i told him that its that time of that and he started asking me questions frantically.
“Have you taken painkillers? Do you want me to rub your stomach so it will soothe down the ache? Are you craving any sweet or sugary stuffs?”
“Slow down Xavier.” I said, chuckling. “I dont need any of those and yes, i’ve already taken painkillers.”
“Sorry for overreacting, i just hate seeing you in pain.” He kissed my forehead and hugged me. wrapped my arms around him and inhaled his manly fresh colongne.
“Its just a normal cramp, i’ll get over with it. Now go and finish up your breakfast.” I pushed him back to sit on the dining chair.
“Alright princess.” He chuckled and stuffed a fork with bacon in his mouth, grinning up at me.
“Pig.” Alex muttered.
“Love you lil bro.” Xavier said with a mouth full of bacon. Alex just rolled his eyes in response and turned to me.
“Damon told me you’re in your lady days, so are you okay?”
I gave him a thumbs up. “I’m a okay.”
Alex stared at me blankly. “I’m not stupid Brielle, i know that girls have painful cramps when they’re in their lady days.”
I waved it off. “Its just a stomach ache, it’ll reduce.”
“If you say so.” He shrugged. When the boys were done eating breakfast, it was Damon’s turn to drive us all. Xavier, Damon and Alex all have a car but they like it when we’re all together in one car. We picked up Ava before driving to school. Xavier had reluctantly left me alone to go to his senior section. He was afraid that the pain might be too much for me to handle so he wanted to stay with me in all my classes today, but i told him that he needs to be in his revision class. After a whole minute of arguing, Xavier agreed and kssed me before he left.
I opened my locker and stuffed my backpack inside, taking out my history note and a pen.
“If it isn’t Brielle.” I turned around and stared blankly at Bella, closing my locker shut. Bella’s long brown hair was styled into a heart-shaped braid, her stomach-length black crop top looks like one of the latest and expensive outfit that is worn by gorgeous ladies and modeled. The tight jeans mini skirt she wore compliments her designer’s knee-high brown boots. Her make-up made her face look flawless and the silver jewelries she had on looks really expensive.
“What do you want Bella?” I asked drily, trying to ignore my stomach cramps.
“Oh nothing.” She shrugged, her lips curling up into a smirk as she looked at her purple painted nails. “I just wanted to know how you and Xavier’s relationship with each other is.”
“My relationship with Xavier is none of your concern Bella.” I said unwaveringly.
“Oh but.” She peered down at me, inching closer. “I can take Xavier away from you Brielle and make him fall in love with me. I have the figure, the body, the looks and the money. Xavier is suppose to be with me cause we’re meant to be together.”
I laughed sarcastically. “Keep on dreaming Bella, let me remind you that Xavier isn’t the same boy you knew, your fake charms wont work on someone like Xavier.”
Her face morphed into a sneer. “Watch your back Brielle cause i always get what i want and i want Xavier.”
“You cheated on him, you deranged psycho.” I snapped.
“I didn’t want to.” She pouted. “He refused to sleep with me, that’s why i got someone else to do it.”
I shake my head in disbelief. “Disgusting lunatic.” Without waiting to listen to Bella’s response, i walked away from her and could feel her hard glare on my back.
~*~*~
I came out from the girls restroom after i changed my tampon and walked down the empty hallway. Out of nowhere a hand suddenly grabbed me and dragged me inside the janitor’s closet. My lips were parted in shock and fear as i watched the mystery guy lock the door.
“W-who a-are y-you?” I stuttered. It was dark so i couldn’t see his face and he was wearing a hoodie with the hood covered. The mystery guy switched on the light and pulled down his hood.
“Surprise.” Zayn grinned menacingly.
“You? What do you want?” I asked, trying to put on a tough facial expression but my voice betrayed me.
“Funny.” Zayn stepped closer and i moved backwards, feeling my heart pound really fast. “How you have forgotten about me so fast.”
“Did you really think i’ll forget you Brielle?” He chuckled darkly. “You shouldn’t have felt so relaxed and free when those boys showed up, especially your nerd boyfriend, what’s his name again? Oh right, Xavier.”
“So because three boys just showed up out of the blue and befriended you, you think you’ve gotten away from me, huh?”
“Please dont come closer.” My back collided with the brick wall.
Zayn smirked and put both his hands on the side of my face. “I like seeing you like this.” His hands came down to my cheek and he caressed it. “I like it when you’re afraid of me, you have always been afraid of me and i love it.”
“You got more beautiful, Xavier has really been taking good care of you.” I whimpered as he used his thumb to trace my lips. No, i cant show him that am weak. I cant let him know how frightened i am of him. I brought leg up to hit him in his groin, but it seems like Zayn anticipated my move cause he quickly pressed his knees on my legs.
“Ah, ah, ah.” Zayn taunted. “Good girls dont do that Brielle and you’re a good girl.”
“What have i ever done to you!” I cried. “You’ve bullied me before and i took it all without reporting or fighting back! I’ve never done anything to you Zayn! So why are you treating me like this?!” I was tired and frustrated.
Zayn used his thumb to wipe my tears. “Cause i like you Brielle, i really like you.”
I laughed and glared at him. “Dont give me that bullshit Zayn! You like me? If you had really liked me, you wouldn’t allow your stuckup friends beat me up while you just sit down and watch like am some cartoon character!”
Zayn laughed and brought his face close to mine causing me to press myself farther against the wall. “You’re right Brielle i dont like you, but i really wanted to see how long you can survive it if you’re being bullied and beaten up.”
“Do you know why?” He whispered, a creepy grin on his face. “Cause i want to torture you on my own. I always imagined what it will feel ike if my hands are on your throat. You struggling to breathe, your eyes rolling to the back and your face turning blue. I also imagined what its like to see you in severe pain, crying and begging me to stop.”
“Y-you’re, you’re sick.” I stuttered out, my voice sounding so meek.
“I really am.” Zayn laughed maniaclly. “But before i do that, i really want to know how those soft lips of yours taste like.” Without warning, Zayn forcefully crashed his lips on mine. I raised my hand to hit him but he was fast enough to grab my wrist in a death grip and pin them against the wall.
“Just as i had imagine.” Zayn pulled away, licking his lips. I quickly used my sleeve to wipe my lips, trying to get rid of the disgusting fact that Zayn lips were just on mine.
“I hate you.” I whispered, my voice cracking.
“I know Brielle, i know.” Zayn taunted, a dark glint in his eyes. “You’ll hate me more after i do this.” His legs came up to my stomach and i fell down, clutching my stomach. The cramps from this morning only making it worse. Zayn didn’t stop there, kicks after kicks came on my stomach, my rib and my back. All i felt was burning pains as i cried, trying to use my hands to block out the hits. Zayn grabbed my left hand and placed it on the floor before he stepped on it.
“How does it feel Brielle?” He asked, a large grin on his face. “To be so weak and powerless.” I cried out in pain when i felt his foot crushing my hand and fingers. The sickening cracks made me want to curl up into a ball and hide.
“Please stop it.” I whimpered. Zayn removed his foot from my broken hand and stared down at me. The dark glint instantly left his eyes as it flashed with recognition.
“Sht.” He swore, crouching down. “Brielle i dont know what came over me.” He tried to touch me but i quickly moved away with all the last strenght i have left in me. Zayn stood up and raked his fingers through his hair, his eyes were swirling with differents emotions. Pain, guilt and hurt. Giving me one last stare, Zayn dashed out of the janitor’s closet. I felt so weak to even stand up and get help. Not longer than five minutes after Zayn left, the janitor’s closet opened again, revealing Connor. His eyes widened, lips parted as he took in my form.
“Oh my God.” He whispered and crouched down, staring at me with a worried expression. “Why will he do this to you?” A tear slipped from Connor’s and he quickly wiped it off.
“I’m in so much pain Connor, i feel so weak and tired.” My voice was meekly quiet
“Dont worry Brielle, i’ll take you to the hospital.” He said as the gently held my shoulder, helping me sit up. “Brielle i need you to protect your left hand cause it looks broken and i dont want to hurt you when i carry you. Okay?” I just nodded and slowly lifted up my left hand. Trying to ignore the throbbing pain in my fingers, i placed my hand on my stomach, using my right hand to hold it.
Connor gently placed his hand under my knees and the other under my shoulder. He used his legs to kick the door open and walked out of the school, heading towards the parking lot. Connor gently placed me inside the passenger’s seat and got in the driver seat. He drove at high speed to the hospital before he parked his car and carried me inside. I saw Connor’s lips moving as he talked to the lady behind a desk but i couldn’t hear what they were saying. Conner carried me inside a room and placed me on top of a white bed. His lips were moving but i couldn’t hear what he was saying cause i was already drifting off into the black abyss.
~*~*~
“Brielle, Brielle, can you hear me?” A voice said. I opened my eyes and was met with brightness. Squinting my eyes a litle, i brought my right hand up to rub it as i slwly sat up. My vision was a bit blurry but after some seconds i could see well. A young man who looks like he’s in his early twenties was hovering over me.
“Water.” I said in a hoarse voice. The man handed me a glass of water and i took it from him with my right hand, gulping the whole content down.
“Who are you?” I asked, placing the glass on a table beside me.
The man smiled. “My name is Doctor Mitchell.” The door opened again again and Connor walked in, his eyes flashing with relief when he saw me.
“Oh Brielle, thank God you’re alright.”
“Hey Connor.” I smiled.
“Okay Brielle, your left hand and fingers are broken. Our nurse already straightned your fingers when you were asleep and i’ve already injected anaethetic, it will help numb the pain. Doctor Mitchell said.
“Thank you doctor, but for how long my hand and fingers be in a splint?” I asked.
“The minimum is four weeks but as long as you dont put pressure on the hand and fingers when you want to use it, it will heal quickly.”
“We’ve already treated your ribs, stomach and back. Nothing is broken but you should take some painkillers every morning and evening to numb the pain.” He added, scribling writings down on his note.
“Is she healed enough to leave the hospital now?” Connor asked Doctor Mitchell.
“Yep, get well soon Brielle.”
“Thank you Doctor.” I said gratefully.
“Call me Caleb.” He flashed me a flirty wink and turned to walk towards the door.
“Pervert.” Connor muttered, glaring at Doctor Mitchell back.
“Heard that little brother.” Doctor Mitchell said, turning to Connor with a smirk.
“Get outta here Caleb.” Connor grumbled. Caleb just rolled his eyes and opened the door, gently closing it behind him.
I chuckled and turned to face Connor. “He’s your brother?”
“Unfortunately.” Connor stared at me, his eyes swirling with anger.
“I cant believe Zayn did that to you.” He whispered. “I knew there was something up when i saw him run out of the janitor’s closet like that.”
I sighed. “I dont want to think about what happened to me in there. By the way, thank you Connor, for bringing me to the hospital.”
Commor smiled at me. “No problem Brielle, friends?” He asked hesitantly like he was scared of what my response will be.
“Friends.” I took his hand in mine and gave it a squeeze.
“Oh my gosh!” Connor exclaimed, fumbling for something in his pocket. “I still need to give Xavier a call, he and your friends must be pretty worried about you.” Connor brought out his phone and scrolled through it.
“Fudge! I totally forgot about Xavier, what time is it?”
Connor glanced down at his watch. “6:30pm.” He said making my eyes widen.
“I really slept that long?”
“Yep.” He nodded. “You did, i’ll call Xavier right now.” Connor dialed Xavier’s number and held it up close to his ear.
“Hey Xavier. No dont hang up on me! I called to tell you that Brielle is with me.” Connor winced and rubbed his ear. “Stop yelling at me, okay? I saw her badly beaten up in the janitor’s closet. Yes, she’s with me right now.”
“Xavier want’s to talk to you.” I took the phone from Connor’s outstreched hand and held it up close to my ear.
“Hello? Princess?” Xavier’s tone sounded so worried and relieved.
“Hi Xavier.”
“Baby am sorry, i wasn’t there to protect you, i’ll come pick you up from the hospital. Are you alright?”
“Xavier it wasn’t your fault and am fine, the doctor and nurse have already treated my wounds.”
“Okay princess, i’m heading over to the hospital right now.”
“Okay Xavier, bye.” I hang up and gave Connor his phone back. It didn’t take long for Xavier to storm inside the room, his hair was messy and his face looked exhausted. When his eyes met mine, it immediately softened and he carefully embraced me, kssing my forehead.
Xavier stared at me, his eyes darkening with rage when he saw my left hand. “Connor.”
“Yeah?” Connor tone was nervous.
“Who did this to my girlfriend?” He growled.
“It was Zayn.” Connor quickly responded.
Xavier nostrils flared and he punched the wall. “I’m going to kill that ba$tard.”
“Calm down Xavier.” I saud softly. “I’m fine.”
“Fine?!” He hollered. “Look at what he did to you! How can you say you’re fine!”
I flinched and looked down at my lap. “You dont have to yell at me.”
“I’ll give you two some privacy.” Connor walked towards the door but stopped when Xavier called him.
“Connor, um, thank you for bringing Brielle to the hospital. That was very kind of you.”
“No problem man.” He gave Xavier a pat on the back and walked out.
My head was still down and i heard Xavier let out an exasperated sigh before he walked over to the bed and sat down. “Baby, hey look at me.” He gently tilt my chin up, his thumb gently carresing my cheek.
“I’m sorry for yelling at you, i should have been with you, its all my fault.” His tone and features were filled with guilt.
“Dont feel bad about it Xavier.” I placed my hand on his cheek. “It wasn’t your fault, i should have listened to you when you wanted to stay with me, so its my fault.”
“It isn’t your fault Brielle, its Zayn and so help me God if i get my hands on him. He’ll wish he never layed a finger on you.”
“You need to tell me what happened Brielle.” Xavier stated firmly. I inhaled a shaky breath and began explaining to Xavier how Zayn grabbed me and dragged me to the janitor’s closet. Xavier eyes were darkening with rage as i spoke. He features were completely full of rage when i told him that Zayn forcefully kssed me. I held Xavier’s hand when i saw how it was shaking with anger, his breathing getting heavy.
“Xavier please control yourself, count from one to ten.” Xavier did as i told him and his tensed shoulder instantly relaxed. He smiled at me and pressed his lips on mine, kssing me softly and passionately.
“I hate the thought of Zayn’s lips on you.” His jaw was tightly clenched.
I squeezed his hand. “Now that memory is gone and is replaced with how my boyfriend just kssed me.” Xavier just smiled and kssed my forehead.
“Where are Ava, Damon and Alex.”
Xavier chuckled. “They were really worried about you, i texted them that you were in the hospital when i was on my way here.” As Xavier said that three people immediately rushed in.
“Oh my gosh, bestie!” Ava tackled me in a hug and i winced when i felt a lot of pressure on my rib.
“Careful.” Xavier said. “She has a bruised rib.”
“Oh, sorry Brielle.” Ava apologized.
“Are you badly hurt? Do you need anything? Food? Water? Painkillers? Soft Drinks?” Alex rushed out, his feature morphing with concern.
“Thank you Alex.” I chuckled. “But am fine.” He smiled at me and carefully enclosed me in his arms.
“How bad is it?” Ava asked worriedly.
“Left hand and fingers broken, bruised rib, stomach and back.” I shrugged. “Nothing serious.”
“How can you say that its not serious?” Ava asked, giving me an annoyed stare. “Your fingers are broken, i cant even imagine how bad it hurts.”
“At least its not my right hand.” I attempted to joke. Damon, who has been quiet all this while stepped up forward and placed his lips on my forehead.
“I need a name Brielle.” Damon said sternly. “Who did this to you?”
“Zayn.” I said quietly.
Damon’s jaw clenched and his eyes darkened with anger. He suddenly grinned sardonically and cracked his knuckles. “It looks like there’s going to some killing tonight.”
“Damon!” Me, Alex and Ava said simultaneously.
“What?” He pouted.
“You’re not killing Zayn.” I said firmly.
“I dont want my boyfriend to spend the rest of his life in jail.” Ava said as she fixed Damon with a hard glare.
“Geez i was just joking women.” Damon huffed. “I’m not going to kill him but at least Xavier and i can break some bones.”
“I agree with you on that one brother.” Xavier said, slapping high-fives with Damon.
“Count me in.” Alex said, cracking his knuckles. “No one hurts my sister and get away with it.
“Listen up guys.” Ava placed her hands on her hip. “Make sure you beat up Zayn really good and break all his fingers while you’re at it.”
“Yeah.” I interposed. “Beat him up and break all his fingers cause my broken fingers hurts like hell!”
“Oh my God Brielle just cursed!” Damon exclaimed. “She learned from the best.”
Xavier smacked his head. “You’re not suppose to cheer her on you stupid doofus.” Damon just childishly stuck his tongue out at Xavier.
Xavier rolled his eyes. “Real mature Damon Hill.”
“Oh shut up.”
~*~*~
We dropped Ava at her house before we all drove back home. Xavier refused to let me walk and carried me all the way from outside to the dining room.
“What will you like to eat princess?” Xavier asked, opening the cupboard and bringing out a pan.
“Sweet potatoe hash.” I said enthusiastically.
“Okay princess.” He chuckled and brought out all the ingredients used in making the dish.
“Here, eat up.” Xavier placed the plate in front of me and the sweet aroma coming from the food made it so inviting to eat. I ate it all till what was left on the plate were the chicken scrumbs. I drank the cold strawberry juice Xavier gave me before i got up, only for Xavier to scoop me up in his arms.
“You need to sleep Brielle.”
“Do i have to?” I whined.
“Yes.” I just groaned and let him carry me upstairs to my room.
“Do you, uh.” Xavier cheeks reddened. “Do you need help in trying to change?”
I stared at him blankly. “I can change on my own Xavier, am not paralyzed.”
“Are you sure?” He asked worriedly. “I promise not to look, i just dont want you to stress yourself.”
I smiled and him. “I’m fine Xavier, you’ve already done enough and you need to get some sleep.”
“Okay.” He kssed my forehead. “Sleep well princess.”
“You too.” I changed into a new tampons after Xavier left and threw on my pajamas. A small bell was on my desk with a note on top.
‘Please ring the bell if you need anything princess’ i smiled and placed the note back on the desk before i got in bed and closed my eyes, drifting off into a deep slumber.
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