Chapter 2

CHAPTER 2

I rejoined them and found them already eating which was fine with me. "Sorry I'm late, glad you started eating though... mother sorry for upsetting you since I know you worry too much already. You didn't have to send Donnie to look for me which didn't take him long since you both knew where I'd be. I'm sure Mr. GQ knew where I was too and checked on me without me knowing. That's a whole other story for later when we are in private and dad is here" I said as I loaded my plate and pored myself some ice-cold water. I ate slow and kept my head down only looking at my mother a few times. Amelia was drinking her wine and twisting her napkin in her free hand which told me she was going to really lay into me later. She had never really got pissed at me since she tried to be more of a friend than a mother anyways.

Everyone besides me finished pretty close in time with me hoping they'd find another place to hang out besides looking at me. "Soooo how about the weather... was a good flight and the evening seems promising. Am I aloud to adventure around the island alone like I did before I had a hunch man? Only because you know how I like to skinny dip and be naked as much as possible" I asked my mother who was still watching me looking at me like I was an alien or something. My mother Amelia finally showed emotion and sighed before answering me. "Mia... I know your 18 going on 19 in a couple months but that doesn't mean you know what's the best for you. As for Sebastian wherever you go he goes, but only if you decide to leave the island. Daddy has strict orders for him so you'll have to discuss the rest with him when he calls to speak with you both in about 15 mins" my mother said in a softer tone.

My father never missed a beat when his call came exactly 15 mins later in the dot at 6:15pm. "Well Mr. GQ let us go and handle this... shall we" I said as I got up from the table leaving my now empty plate. My father’s tone told me he was not in the mood to argue "Sebastian is there to be your protection and Mommy has her detail at a distance. So no arguing please and we'll discuss more when I get into town. As for your wants you can do your normal routine but if that means being naked well Sebastian knows your likes and dislikes... with that said Sebastian be a gentleman and if she decides to be naked pretend she is your mother or sister." I couldn't believe my father was not budging on the being alone part. "Ok sir you got it since I don't have much of a choice anyways!"

I left the office promising not to leave the house and going back to the table even though now I wasn't hungry for desert. "Sooo daddy is not budging on the alone time for either one of us, but you've lived like this longer than me. I guess he will be here the day of your birthday May 21st. I'm not hungry for desert now so if it's ok I am going to head to the guest house and unpack" I said as I picked up my plate and headed to the kitchen. My mother Amelia gripped my arm before I could get any further "ummm tonight I want you here please... and if you don't mind maybe sleeping in my bed or at least the room. I'm here if you want to talk about anything your call but please just give me one night." My mother’s lonely sad tone told me not to deny her a simple request. "Ok mother I'll give you tonight... I am still going to go and unpack and...." "Your things are already taken care of thanks to Mrs. Amstersmoth who is also waiting to see you" my mother said before finally letting me go.

Mrs. Amstersmoth was smiling the moment I entered the massive kitchen and wrapped her arms around me for a hug. "Oh my you have grown like another 5 inches since last summer. I feel like a little person now... honey is everything alright you look.. well you look just different not my little happy girl" she said. I put the plate in the sink after she left me go and sighed as I turned to face her. "I'm sorry Greta I've had a hell of a last 24 hours or so, my best friend Catherine was supposed to be here with me. And let me ask you something..." I looked around the kitchen to make sure no one was there " do you believe in life after death? I mean like supernatural or whatever they call it these days" I said in a low tone. Greta stepped up closer and smiled as she touched my face softly. "Oh yes angel I do but why are you asking, has something happened and that's why you're acting so weird" she asked as though she could read me and knew what I'd gone through in the last 24 hours.

I was not about to get into what had taken place in the last 24 hours and waived Greta off. "No I'm fine just need to get my head straight, I need my phone from my bag to check and see if I have any missed calls" I said before leaving out the back door. I found my bag with my cell and saw that I had missed 15 calls and at least 30 txt messages. The calls were from my mother, Jose, Nick and a few from other friends, but the majority was from Catherine who didn't bother to leave a vm like the others. My mother had wanted to know why I was acting so upset once off the plane. Jose bitching for not calling and same with Nick.

The txt messages were mostly from Catherine again with a few mixed in with Jose, Nick and a couple of other friends. Catherine's messages were that of mostly apologizing for being so emotionally charged. "I regret letting you just go and not staying sober could be together for the summer. Than again I crossed the line last night for pushing you to go all the way when you might not have been ready." "For fuck sake Mia please pick up the phone so I can hear your voice..." "damn it Mia at least I know you are alright since I had to call your mother to make sure you made it there ok" Catherine's messages broke my heart as I read them.

I took a tour around my back house which was also once the guest house and took it all in trying to imagine what it would be like if Ethan were alive. I would probably not have the guest house since him and his buddies would probably be taking it over instead. The laughter escaped from out of no where catching me off guard. I went to my bedroom finding the pictures of me and Ethan up on my dresser and by my night stand thanks to Greta who made sure to do it after I arrived. I took a deep breath and climbed into the bed with my phone in hand.

After unlocking the screen I opened up my message app and first sent a private message to Catherine "hi baby girl, sorry for causing you to worry... I just have a lot of pent up stress, of course not as 1/2 as much as I did after last night or was it early morning? Anyways I'm sorry too" I wrote before opening up a message that linked Catherine, Jose and Nick all as one. "Hey boys, Cate I'm sorry for this morning and all that... then for not letting you know I made it safe. Good thing I came alone since I now have a fucking bodyguard/baby sitter." I waited for them to reply but when nothing came I got up from the bed and went back inside the main house. My mother was no where in sight but there Donnie and Sebastian sat in the man cave watching ball and laughing.

15 mins later I found Mallory in the bedroom in the 2nd floor sitting on the love seat and looking out the window. I watched her for a few mins until my phone vibrated loud enough in my hand and off my jewelry that Mallory turned and looked towards the cracked door. A second later she was at the door ready to open it when I lightly knocked. The door opened wider and Mallory and I were now face to face with me looking down just at the right angel to see what a seriously great body she had. "Sorry to interrupt your down time just wanted to apologize for ummm well all that has taken place since the flight. Sleep well I hope you find the room to your liking if not there are well about 8 more to choose from" I said before turning away. I was half way down the hall to hit the stairs to go up when Mallory came out of the bedroom "not sure why you're always apologizing, but thanks for it anyways. See you around Mia have a good night yourself" Mallory said.

I turned and faced her giving her a smile and wink before heading up to the third floor to find my mother Amelia. I was not sure what room she had decided on this time but was surprised she picked the one facing the woods instead of the beach. She always loved waking up to the sound of the waives and the wild life around her. I figured this choice was to give me a little more privacy or to make sure I didn't run off again. I finally found the bedroom My mother decided on and knocked on the door after listening to my mother on the phone laughing after sounding like she had been crying. I slowly opened the door to my mother Amelia's tear stained face and a slight smile. "Hope I'm not interrupting anything, but thought I'd check on you and make sure things were ok..." I stopped just inside the door. "Hey ummm I'll call you back later my daughter just walked in" my mother said to whoever was on the other line.

My phone had vibrated again and looking down I saw that the group text was now waiting for me to respond. I quickly texted back "hey one second just walked into my mothers room and I think she has a boy friend... txt when I can" I typed not bothering to read what anyone had said. "Umm mother who was that on the line? I assume it's not father since you were crying and are now laughing. I guess that's the reason father won't be joining us for a couple of days, and the reason you wanna do this whole sleep over thing?" I asked as I closed the door and sat in the chair near the door. Amelia crawled into bed folding her hands in her lap and twisting them about. "1st things first no I'm not dating, 2nd thing the person on the phone is just a friend. I'm not sure why I have to even explain anything to you since I'm the parent and my personal adult life has nothing to do with you" my mother said in a matter of fact tone.

I sat up straighter taken back a step in how my mother was talking to me, but she was right wasn't she. "Ok you're right none of my business, just hope you're happy at the end of the day. Anyways I just wanted to check on you make sure that you were ok.. and ask if it's ok if I go out for a bit I just want to go to the beach before the sun completely goes down. I will come back and shower before I get into bed if that's what you still want" I said before getting to my feet. I turned part way ready to head back out until something hit me "mother, can you tell me something... ummm I know it might be hard but why don't we talk about Ethan Jr? But you and father fight all the time and I hear Ethan's name come up more than I can count?" I asked without shame wanting to know deep down.

A split second later my mother was at my side and a 1/2 a second later her hand was like lightening across my face. "Don't speak his fucking name.... you don't even know him.... I don't want to hear his name come out of your mouth again" she said in a tone I never heard before nor had I ever been hit by either of my parents. "Wow ok.... guess I got my answer and I know more about Ethan than you ever will... good to know that you'd rather hit me than talk about him" my mother now balled up her fist and I jumped back knowing she would strike again but not so violent. "GET..... OUT! I don't want to see you until morning so if this was your plan you won" my mother slammed the door once I was out the door.

I was almost to the second floor when Donnie was coming around the corner to start his climb up. "Hey angel thought you were off to bed al...." he stopped when he saw my red face and a now very visible hand print. "Before you ask I'm fine nothing I can't handle nor the worse I've endured the last 24 hours" I said as I finished descending down the stairs. Donnie followed me trying to grab me "DAMN IT MIA! You better stop right there and talk to me" he yelled and I was over it shutting down and hitting automatic pilot. I turned and faced him yanking my arm back feeling the burn and pain which took the pain away from my face and heart that kept breaking. "Donnie.... seriously I'm fine and I got what I deserved for bringing up my dead brother who keeps haunting my fucking dreams. So if you'll excuse me I need to take a walk..." I kissed his cheek and he left me be. I passed Mallory's room with her standing at it and didn't bother to look at her knowing she could see the hand print and didn't feel like seeing her sympathy on her face.

I made my way down to the first floor with Sebastian on the phone with who I figured was my father. "Ummm hey GQ I'm back in the guest house this evening after all... so I guess I'll see you over there later. I am going for a walk and a stop at the beach so if you’re going to end up following bring a towel for yourself if you don't like sitting on the sand. Maybe change out of that stuffy ass outfit too because I'm sure your sweating balls. Oh and tell my father he made the right decision on leaving that psycho as bitch of a wife" I said not making eye contact and headed out the back door. Greta had heard and saw everything which included my face and now biceps that had deep purple and blue bruises on them as I slowly started to strip down. I threw my t-shirt and shorts near the guest house and kept walking towards the beach with my cell phone tucked in my sports bra.

I had just passed the guest house when I stopped and looked back towards the house to find the 2nd floor balcony door open. Though I could not tell if there was someone watching and then saw who I figured was Donnie on the 3rd floor looking out his window not being a perv but a concerned father figure. The final look was to the back of the house where Greta and Sebastian stood watching me too. I turned and went back to walking and making it to the beach a few seconds later. "God this is what I missed... the freedom I feel when I'm here...." I said out loud as though I was waiting for someone to answer. No one did though which I was ok with and then my cell rang with a face time call coming through. Catherine was the lucky one and I almost hesitated knowing if the light was just right she'd she my face.

I ignored the FaceTime call but answered the regular call that came through "hey... sorry I had to ignore the FaceTime call it's dark and I'm setting on the beach so ya. Anyways enough about me how are you doing baby girl?" Catherine had sounded like she had run a marathon or something and figured she was either happy to hear my voice or had just had sex with Adam since she didn't leave on Vaca with me. "Ahhh gotcha, was hoping to see that beautiful face of yours but I guess I can wait. You sound a little ummm shut down right now so maybe I should call you tomorrow" Catherine said trying to already hang up. "Whoa now I know you didn't call just to do all that, but you're the one who sounds all disheveled and out of breath. I am assuming you gave Adam a good night before he leaves for ummm well where ever he is going" I said with no satisfaction to my voice since I was not in the mood to laugh, cry or anything else that had to do with emotions which I was happy that Catherine knew me so well.

Catherine and I had made small talk for the next few mins until I heard foot steps behind me and figured it was Sebastian. "Hey angel I have to go my battery is about to die and I'm not alone anymore if you catch my drift. Anyways I'm thinking on cutting this shit short and coming home in a couple days when Donnie goes to get my dad, so maybe if that happens we can hang out or something and talk" I said before hanging up. "Ok Mia whatever you want and maybe tomorrow you can call me or even FaceTime. Unless you need to talk before bed and after you charge your phone you can call me but only if you want" Catherine said and hung up before I could answer.

I put my phone down and and turned my head figuring I'd see Sebastian but was surprised to see Mallory. "Ok wow ummm you're the last one I expected to see... and I don't want your fucking pity so go back the way you came please..." "whoa umm sorry but it's not pity it's true concern and Donnie was going to come but I said I would since he's pretty mad right now. On another note was that your girlfriend on the phone, only asking because the way the two of you were talking and I know the signs" Mallory said as she cut me off and finally sat next to me and handed me the Jack Daniels bottle. I took the bottle and opened it thinking Donnie must have told her what I liked and even more surprised she was giving an under aged child alcohol.

I let the burn from the Jack heal me and welcoming the apple spark everything else. "Well Ms. Valentine thanks for the liquid and wow surprised that you let me have it. Haha I mean 18 years old is not exactly legal you know, but since it's my favorite I am assuming it's what Donnie had in his hand" I said with a giggle as she took it from me and took a good swallow. I was surprised she didn't cough or gag even a little and knew than she was no stranger to hard liquor. We sat quietly for s few mins just taking in the last bit of sun before the night swallowed us in darkness. I drank more passing it back and forth happy that she didn't ask any questions or get to close. I was feeling more relaxed and decided to get closer to the water wanting to feel the warmth of it touch me and warm me in the spots that the liquor wasn't. Mallory was right there with me following me step for step and not caring she was about to get wet.

Once in a good spot and sitting back down I turned slightly to see that Mallory was now in her sports bra and panties too. Her body was amazing all toned and beautiful from what I could see in the dark. "Whoa well not shy one bit are we now, is that a normal thing for you or have to have a liquid courage?" I asked after I finished staring and getting my wits back. Mallory laughed a genuine laugh and she finally sat grazing the side of my thigh whether on purpose or not. "I'm pretty much a rebel and test all my limits... as for this ha this is nothing since it hides all the private areas" she said as she took the bottle and downed the last shot of it.

Mallory put the bottle in the sand then leaned back propping herself up on her elbows and squishing her toes in the sand as the water ran over them. "Might want to be careful doing that with the little biting sand crabs that come out this time of night..." I said in a no joking tone and a second later she was on her feet jumping around. "Well if that's true I better get farther in the water than...." "you sure about that with all that liquor you've consumed?" I said cutting her off and standing to my feet ready to jump in if she started to drown. Mallory just laughed and got deeper in while I stayed still since the water was perfect and the waves were light as could be. I saw her finally stop as she got waist deep which took a min or two since there was a huge sand bar before it dropped off near the reef.

The moon was starting to rise higher giving new light to the water and beach letting me see more of Mallory. A second later I stepped towards the water and found what was her sports bra coming to shore. Picking it up I held it in my hand before lifting it to my face and smelling it. I didn't smell perfume but a smell that was so exotic I couldn't help but toss her bra towards the grass and take mine off before I hit the water. I slowly walked out letting the moonlight show off what I had to offer and not afraid to show the whole package as I had tossed my thong up toward the grass along with my bra. Mallory had kept her eyes on me at least of what I could see in the dark but had got closer down in the water. It seemed like forever until I reached her with still the water just below my hips. "Well.... I guess you had to pick the exact spot that had the highest sand bar. So if we go about a foot to my right and your left we'll hit a little deeper water" I said with calmness to my voice like I knew what I was doing.

I was not sure what Mallory really wanted from me or what she was hoping to accomplish so I made the first move as I moved to deeper water and she followed. I went a little farther than a foot and loving the feel of the little fish swimming near my feet. "So Ms....." "so help me if you call me Ms. Valentine or ma'am I am not at fault for my actions" Mallory cut me off before she jumped on my back with her now completely naked body. "Ok well Mallory you still jumped me from behind or at least tried and I didn't say another word... so I do believe you just wanted to know what I felt like. Yes I know I'm tall for only being 18 going on 19 and not your typical girl my age. You're probably thinking just like Sebastian though that I'm just a spoiled girl and have everything anyone could ever want...." I stopped not wanting to get mad and take it out on someone I didn't even know.

I spun around with Mallory on my back making her laugh and get a little dizzy so she would let up on her grip. I turned just in time to catch her with both hands and pulled her to my chest as we were now chest deep. "Sooo Mallory what do you think of me... am I a good person, bad, spoiled... or not worth putting a name to it" I whispered not expecting a response. Mallory wrapped her arms around me tight and kissed me soft on the lips and pulling back to see what I'd do. Without thinking I gripped her thighs as she had them wrapped around my body and I kissed her back and this time didn't stop when she slid her tongue into my mouth. My body was loving the feeling of her body against mine and Mallory letting me touch her everywhere I wanted to. I left her most private possession alone giving her more 4 play that she’d ever seen in her life.

I was breathless and now turned on to the point I was about to orgasm from just a kiss. "Ok.... whoa Mallory ummm this has been fun and I'd love to continue but not like here. I-I usually think and cal-calculate every step that could cause ummm anyways the probability of you and I both getting a UTI is very high. I am however a risk taker so if you want we can finish here, on the beach or in the guest house it's up to you!" I said as I shifted feeling my insides turn blue as I stopped myself from having a happy ending. Mallory threw her head back and started laughing and untangled herself from me causing me to drop her. "Haha you thought I'd give it up in one night... no honey that's not happening, but this was super fun... plus I'm 6 years older than you and after I finish this flight detail with Donnie I'm back to flying over seas. I'm in the military so sorry kiddo this was a one time thing" she said before swimming to shore without even looking back at me.

After the shock was over I made my way to the beach and found a towel and a robe assuming it was all thanks to Donnie or Sebastian. I grabbed the jack bottle and headed to the guest house where I found the lights on and Sebastian coming out of his bedroom with boxers on. I watched from the window for a second before going in taking in all his male physique. My phone was almost dead and bleeped at me to remind me startling me. I finally finished my way around the side of the house to the door and opened the door on a very astonished Sebastian. "Haha well Mr. GQ Donnie is never wrong about his assumptions. Hope you had a relaxing evening as for me I've got blue balls now and ya even more frustration added on" I tried to laugh it off as I passed him and took the stairs to my bedroom.

Sebastian didn't say a word which made things easier for me to shut him out. The first thing I did when I got to my bedroom was put my now dead cell on the charger while I showered and took care of my needs. By midnight I was finally settled in my bed and more relaxed than I had been all day. The only thing that was still an issue was home and how things had went with Catherine and the boys. I grabbed my iPad from the drawer and set it up on the pillow next to me. I dialed Catherine hoping she was still awake and was happy when she answered. "Hey you.... glad you called you were acting a little strange earlier. I hope everything is ok over there since I'm not over here" Catherine said and once again my heart hurt.

I picked up my iPad and turned to my side with it showing my chest which included my bruised biceps and still hand printed face. Catherine gasped as she saw it all and she was not going to let me ignore her if she asked questions. "Hey Cate I'm fine the bruises are my fault ha but the hand print is all thanks to mother dearest, but then again I asked for that too when I brought up Ethan" I said so she didn't have to ask. Catherine hated my answers and started to get upset even more. "Damn it I should be there with you right now. I could have kept you out of trouble like I am good at.. so you called this late because?? Let me think you couldn't sleep and feel guilty?" Catherine gave a soft giggle.

After what seemed like hours I was finally ready for bed all thanks to my best friend. "Catherine I really am sorry if I made you feel like the other night meant nothing or that it didn't change me even a little because that night was the best night I've ever had sexually, emotionally, the feeling of connection was amazing... and I will never forget it. Thank you for calming me down the rest of the way and I hope you will forgive me" I said as I looked at Catherine on the screen. "I do forgive you baby girl and I am sorry too for leaving and letting you just go without chasing you down. Goodnight baby talk to you later" Catherine said as she blew me a kiss and hung up. I was feeling like my world was spinning around without stopping and causing me to become nauseous. Did I like girls now and if so do I find out what kind of girls I like or do I stick with the one person who's always been there for me.

Morning came and I was up by 5:00am in a cold sweat as I dreamed of Ethan again but this time it was like flashes of memories that never happened. I was happy to be alone and Sebastian still locked in his room. I had changed into my running outfit and slowly slipped from the house. I knew that Greta was already up in the main house probably getting things ready for breakfast. I went to the back door where she met me with a bottle of water knowing I didn't drink or eat anything before running. "Thanks Greta.... ummm should I even ask how mother is? Ahh never mind don't tell me because I need this run" I said taking the bottle from her. "Little girl let me tell you something... your mother loves you with all her heart. She was up most of the night pacing her bedroom floor and crying. She wanted to go to you but I stopped her knowing you both just needed time" Greta said with a matter of fact tone.

I was down at the beach starting my run that would be taking me around the whole island which always got me back on course. I felt like I was on a jet pack feeling like I was running faster than I ever had. I made the run in less than 30 mins which was record timing and after stopping for a quick break and water I started another round. I wanted to take my time this round and see what was happening in the nearby islands that had been bought. By 6:45 I was back but this time I was now looking towards the dock wanting to go rowing next. "No, no young lady you're going home and getting a good healthy breakfast first and check in on your mother..." a woman's voice came from behind me. I turned but there was no one there. "Ok well thanks for trying to tell me what to do whoever you are, but I'm 18 almost 19 and don't need permission to do what I want. As for you... ugh I'm losing it... tell Ethan to leave me and my dreams alone please!" I said as I ran back to the guest house and showered before going to the main house for breakfast.

It was not a surprise to find Sebastian in the kitchen of my house on his cell checking in with my father. "Hey there GQ tell my dad that I'm cutting this Vaca short and coming back home when Donnie comes to pick him up. He can stay here with crazy all summer... if he can last that long" I said as I went to my room and showered but stripping the moment I entered the house. Sebastian froze for a moment and then remembered what my father said before turning around. I gave a little giggle before completely disappearing around the corner as I went up. I checked my cell first seeing that Catherine had left me a txt-picture and about lost my mind when the photo was of her naked in bed showing off her toned body. I figured there was no harm in doing the same thing so set up my iPad on its stand and set the timer and stepped back waiting for the flash. I sent the photo to her and jumped in the shower not waiting for a response.

I was to the big house around 7:45am after getting dressed in my bikini with a wrap around my waist. I talked to Catherine for nearly 25 mins until we both started to hear my stomach growl and she begged me to go eat. My mother, Donnie and Mallory where there with all of them smiling sweetly at me. I was not sure what had come over me as my mouth opened and started yapping. I started with my mother first "morning mother, I hear you were up most of the night. No need to beat yourself up over a tap on my face, but I'm not staying all summer and will be leaving when Donnie goes to get father." I didn't stop as I went to Donnie next "thanks for being the person I can always count on no matter how far away you are. Thank you for also having this amazing woman tagging along with you. She is a piece of work and not a bad kisser either...but if I ever see her again on my fathers jet I'll make sure I'm not there."

I made sure to make Mallory the last victim of my rant. "I want to thank you for being like every other person who I've ever come across who has tried to make me feel shallow or prey on my spoiled rich girl ass. One thing you should know though yes my parents and their parents come from money, but I don't feel spoiled since everything I have has come with a price. I'm the only child since I was 3 and my parents lost their only son.. so now I deal with living up to both my parents expectations and in the span of 15 years I've lost who I was and what I wanted from life. Pretty shitty to be 18 and feel like I'm not in control of my own life... so if you think that is being a spoiled little brat that's fine" I said before grabbing my plate of food from Greta and sitting at the farthest seat from them.

I put my ear buds in and hit my play list letting the music drown out the noise. I had noticed Sebastian had been there probably the whole time once I sat and looked up. I didn't care what he heard or thought of me, but I could tell he was stressed. I kept my head down and finished my breakfast the way I wanted to do so. 30 mins later I opened my eyes once I was ready to look at everyone and felt a little more together. I was surprised when I did and the only one there was my mother who sat at the other end of the table and was watching me. I hit the pause button and took my ear buds out to see if she would start the conversation or we'd both be to head strong and wait for one another. "Do you feel better now? I am sure you feel better but what about me and how I feel. I am sorry I slapped you yesterday that was a weak point and you know I don't like to talk about your.... Ethan" my mother Amelia said in such a calm voice I freaked a little.