Chapter 56 : If Only I Met You Before

Meanwhilee



Layla was off the bus now and she went to Victor’s house. When she came there , she noticed that the door was opened and had a car parked infront of his house.

Layla thought that weird , since that car wasn’t Paul’s car.
She came in without pressing the bell…



-Victor???- she shouted- are you there???

Layla heard steps coming from upstairs so she went there..
When Layla came in his room , she got shocked…


-Whats happening here?- Layla asked
-Who are you?- a woman asked
-Who are you?- Layla asked- are you part of Victor’s family?
-Victor? I don’t know anyone with that name- the woman said putting bags in his room
-Hmmm , he lives here- Layla said
-No , no one lives here , me and my family are moving in- the woman said
-What? Nooo , I came here yesterday and  he lived here
-Ohhh , well I don’t know anything about it- the woman said that but it was obvious that she knew more than that
-They moved out?- Layla asked and her heart started to hurt
-Yes and now I will live here with my husbands and 2 kids- the woman said kinda in a rude way
-Hmmm that’s weird…- Layla said – ok then thanks
-You welcome hun-



Layla left the house so confused , she was thinking the most absurd things



‘Like , that’s so weird , how come Victor would move? That’s really scary….like I saw the house yesterday it was perfect and now has nothing inside and someone is moving in? Who in this earth can buy or rent a house that fast? Maybe Victor told Simone that I was cheap for letting him eat me so fast and they changed city? Nooo he wouldn’t do that ,thats silly isnt??? he would of have a fight with me and call me names ….he wouldn’t leave me here without saying anything….damn why I kissed that stupid Jonas? Ahhh I regret it so much…..i miss Victor. I’m worried…and God why my hands are tingly’ Layla thought
Layla never went back at school, it was their last lesson and wouldn’t be worth to come back so she went home.



Layla opened the door and laid on the sofa.
Her mother was there at the kitchen cooking when she heard Layla coming in.



-Hey , did you finished school early today?
-Yeah- Layla lied- its because of the holiday
-Oh I see , could you come with me at the market later today? I need to buy many stuff- her mother said
-Sure mother , I will- she said
-Yeah , Beth and her kids might come to have dinner with us tonight- her mother said
-Oh really? Damnnnn- Layla rolled her eyes and thought ‘ I will have to see Mr right again’
-Yeah its my turn to cook haha…anyways Your boyfriend is a cutiepie , I’m starting to like him- her mother said
-Huh? Why?- Layla asked
-How come you ask why? He never told you about yesterday?- her mother asked
-What the hell you talking about?- Layla asked confused
-He came here last night- her mother said – he never told you??
-Did he?????????- Layla said surprised
-Yeah he did and he was holding a box , I think he bought you a gift , too bad you were sleeping- her mother said
-SLEEEPINGGG?? MOM!!!!- she shouted- How come Victor come here and you never tell me??
-He said he would speak with you at school…
-Oh God ,that’s soo weird- Layla said scared
-Why? What is weird?
-He never went to school today and I just went to his house and he moved out mom….- Layla started to cry and hugged her mother tight.




Meanwhilee


Felix was getting Victor stuff and putting in his new room.


-So now this is your room son- Felix said
-Thanks – Victor said – can I make a phone call?
-No , not yet…- Felix said – I need you to go to see someone first
-Who?- Victor asked
-You will see when we get there- Felix said – we will go out in 20 mins


Victor sat on his bed and started to think about everything that was happening , he was really confused about the things that were happening
‘Damn , I wonder where my mother is …but and Layla? How can I speak with her? Felix wont allow me to use the phone , since he is scared someone will find out where we are and come here and kill us but I need to find a way to speak with my girl…I miss her , I miss her smell , her touch….’ Victor thought



Victor wanted to speak with Layla more than anything , because he knew that she would be desperate thinking the worst about him.

Back at Layla’s house….




-Layla , you should go to your room , I’m going to take you something to eat- her mother said
-I don’t want anything mom , I just want Victor- Layla was trying to dry her tears
-I don’t get it why he and his family moved house- her mother said
-Mom , I don’t know either but I swear that I will find out- Layla got the phone
-Hmmm sure , just please try to not get yourself in trouble- her mom kissed her forehead and went to the kitchen



Layla , who was holding the phone , sat on the sofa and started to think about how to find her boyfriend , who should Layla call?

Was when she had the idea about calling someone that probably knew more Victor than she knew it but for sure would be an awkward conversation



-Hello? 
-Jason? Its Layla- she said
-I don’t know any Layla..- Jason never wanted to speak with her
-Listen ,I know you probably hates me but I need to ask you something- she said
-What?- Jason was cold
-Did Victor ever got in jail for doing something wrong??- Layla asked
-What the hell….i don’t wanna speak with you- Jason was rude – stop bothering
-But Jason ….i need to ask something important please listen to me- she said
-You and your boyfriend leave me alone life will be better!!- He hang up




Layla got mad at Jason , he was ignorant and very cold.
Layla got her phone again and called Mike , Victor’s other friend



-Hello? Its Mike?- she asked
-Yep , who wants my services??- he asked
-Services??
-Yeah …you know what I’m talking about it- he did a sexy voice
-Mike…Its Layla….- Layla said without believing
-Ohhh hey Layla- he changed his tone of voice- hows you?
-Look I don’t know where Victor is , do you know where he could be?
-Hmmmm trick question hehe , Victor is really busy , I think he travelled- Mike said
-Mike , something weird is happening and you need to help me – Layla said
-How can I help?- he asked
-I went at his house today and now another family lives there….i’m worried , like did you saw Jonas today?
-Wow I never knew that and I don’t know , Jonas is probably lazy on bed but hey , you made me worried now…
-Yeah I’m worried but at the same time , I’m scared Victor don’t want to see me anymore..- Layla said
-Well Layla , I don’t know how can I help you because like I don’t know where Victor could be….did you tried to call him yet?
-Yeah but he doesn’t pick up , oh well I guess I will try again- she said
-Okay , when you speak with him let me know. I have a cousin who is an officer so we can call him anything
-Aw ok thanks Mike , let’s pray Victor is fine- she said
-Yeah he is , anyways have fun byee – he said
-Bye Mike 




Layla got her phone and once again she tried to call Victor…
Meanwhile At School


The last class was finished and everybody was really excited to go home.


-YEYEYEYEYEYEYYEE 1 WEEEK OFF THIS HOLE- Nathan said loud- I loveeee itttttt…..
-Yeah amazing- Adrian said while putting his books in his bag
-Yep so Adrian, I was thinking about the water park….you said that we should go there and stuff remember?- Nathan asked
-Yeah…
-Yep so I think we should go , because I already got the tickets with my uncle and I don’t wanna give him back- Nathan was honest
-You lied before then uh? You said you gave him back- Adrian winked
-I lieeeeeeeeeeeed- Nathan crossed his arms – you annoyed me sooo
-Yeah yeah fair enough but I’m happy that you changed your mind – Adrian pay his friend back


Chloe who was near them and heard the whole conversation said:


-Hey Guys – she said holding her notebook – I couldn’t help but listen that you guys are going to the water park…
-Yes we are- Nathan was serious
-Chloe , we will try to take everybody to the water park , like I mean 12 people , do you want to come?
-Can i???- she said
-Adrian- Nathan shouted- she said she didn’t want to come
-So???- Adrian said
-Argh if Nathan is going to be like this then….
-Nooo he wont , right dude?- Adrian wanted to make peace
-Sure I will be nice- he smiled – would be such an honor you come to the park with us
-Really???- she said
-Obvious but with one condition- Nathan said
-Which one?- she asked
-Bring Layla- Nathan looked at Adrian and both smiled


Nathan knew that if he could make Adrian and Layla closer that would make his friend , the most happy boy ever.


-Sure will do- she smiled
-Perfectoooo so I will go buy my swim suit and cream for my pale body hahahahahaha I don’t want to be a lobster- Nathan said -
-Hahaha yeah same- Chloe smiled – can I invite my boyfriend?
-Sure invite who you want but let us know before ok?- Adrian said
-Ok , hahaha I’m sooo excited- Chloe walked away and got her phone


Chloe never lied when she said how excited she was about to go to the water park since that time would be the first time that she ever went to a park like that.

She called her boyfriend , Tony.


-Heeeey my Chocolateeee babyyyyyyyy- she was all caring
-Ayeee my Vanilla princess – Tony said
-Baby are you busy?- she asked
-Actually , I’m but I always have time to speak with you
-Awwwwww cuteee , anyways , next week me and my friends are going out you want to go out with us?- she asked
-Baby I will be busy the whole week but maybe next weekend?- he asked
-What?? When we are going to meet?- she asked
-In about a week baby , I’m really busy with university and also my family…
-But Tony…- Chloe said
-I’m sorry princess, look , I need to hang up now  ,daddy is calling , love you- Tony said
-Oh ok…..byeee baby , love you tooo…loads- she said
-Byeee

Chloe felt like left out by her boyfriend but , as a sweet and understanding girlfriend , she never complained , but inside she was really sad..
While walking home , Chloe remember that Layla’s stuff were with her , so she went at Layla’s to give it back.

When she pressed the bell , someone straight away opened the door , it was Layla little sister, Amy.




-Hey is Layla there?
-Yeah in her room- Amy said
-Can I go there?- Chloe asked
-Sure you can- she smiled
-Thanks –

Chloe went upstairs and knocked on Layla’s door.

-Mom , I told you I want to be alone- Layla shouted
-Its me , Chloe- Chloe said
Layla got up fast to open the door
-Hey- Chloe said
-Hi…- Layla turned around and Chloe came in her bedroom and closed the door
-So…what happened with you and Victor? Did he got angry?- Chloe was very curious to find out what happened
-Chloe , I don’t know whats happening with my boyfriend….i never found him , he don’t answer my calls….
-That’s so weird…- Chloe said
-Can you believe he moved house?- Layla said
-GOSH , are you for real?- Chloe got impressed
-YESSS , I’m ….like I don’t know what to think….i’m really confused
-Try to call him- Chloe said
-He wont pick up damn it- Layla said back
-Insist…something is obviously wrong Layla , this isn’t normal- Chloe said
-I know right…but whats wrong? Like he don’t text me or inbox to let me know…- Layla looked down- I’m getting insane
-No , don’t be- Chloe said – here it is , use my phone- Chloe gave her phone to Layla – he might pick up an unknow number
-Hmm you are right ok let me try
Layla tried to call Victor , but this time , using her friend mobile. ….
-I bet he wont pick up- Layla said
-Ahh maybe he wont..- Chloe said doubting too – such a weirdo
-Yeah…- Layla signed


After a couple of seconds someone answers the phone


-Hello? – Victor says


Layla heart started to beat faster


Meanwhileee



Nathan and Adrian started to invite their friends to the water park day , some people , who they barely knew , gave them excuses like



-Oh sounds cool but I want to spend time with my sister- a girl said
-Cute but I will go out with my boyfriend-
-That’s great but like I need to walk my dog-
-Hahaha I wish I could go to a water park but too bad I will go meet my twin who I don’t see for ages since I’m adopted-



Adrian and Nathan were getting tired of hearing so many excuses from people…



-I wanted to make friends , that’s why I wanted to invite people that we never spoken- Nathan said
-I understand buddy , but they think we are weirdos , lets only take our people- Adrian smiled
-Who are ‘OUR’ people?- Nathan asked
-You…me….
-Obvious DUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUH- Nathan rolled his eyes
-Chloe , Sara , Maya , Layla , Pablo….Tommy , Tony who is Chloe boyfriend…
-Yeah and Magda? I already invited her- Nathan said
-Oh that’s cool then ok that’s it- Adrian smiled
-Yeah , I will invite them all thro Facebook , I cant get bothered to go at their places
-Same- Adrian smiled – I think I go home now and take a nice shower and you know what? I WILL SLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP
-yeyeyeyyeyeye same same boyyyy , well speak later , we might could skype
-Yeah sure….
Adrian and Nathan went home.




Back at Layla’s place.


-Victor???- Layla replied fast

Victor got quiet in the other side of the line , he never knew what to say…

-Victor?? Talk to me please baby- Layla said
-Hi…- he said almost whispering
-Whats going on?- she asked
-I cant talk right now….i tell you everything later , I will call you tonight
-Victor please , I’m sorry for kissing Jonas , like I never even meant , I was drunk please forgive me??
-Layla we speak later I just wanna say that you are the most important thing that ever happened to me- 
-Just tell me if you are ok?? Please
-Yes I’m ok and soon we will meet ok?now I need to go byee Layla-Victor hang up the phone


Layla looked at Chloe , breathing fast…


-What guurl? What he said??
-Ahh Chloe…he said I’m the most important thing ever to him but what the hell is happening? He sounded like sad…God- Layla got even more worried about her boyfriend , she knew he was in trouble…
Victor hang up the phone and went to the living room.
-I’m ready Felix , where are we going?
-Good , we will go meet someone really important in the city and you cant tell anyone…he is famous artist
-Wow and what we are going to do?
-Sell our pills , the best pills in the market. I will introduce you to him. He owns an night club here in the city and we are going there since nobody goes at the night club this time of the day haha lets go- Felix put his jacket and sun glasses and they went to meet this famous man.



Victor was worried and everything felts weird for him ; stay near his father was completely different since Felix was an stranger for his own son.
After driving for a while , Felix parked his car infront of a black house. The night club was called Levels. Victor knew the place , he used to go there with his ex-girlfriend , Angela.
When he left the car , Felix came near him and said:



-Act naturally and be quiet , today you will have a lesson about selling- Victor said
-I know how to sell things- Victor said
-Yeah but I bet you don’t know how to persuade someone do you?
Felix came in the night club. Many people were working there , fixing illumination , testing the sound….they were even planning some remixes
-Damnnnn this is sickkk!!!- Felix said


They went upstairs , to the owner room…



Felix opened the door without knocking , after all , he knew everybody who worked there , that man was a special buyer.


-Felix , you and your british time- The man got up and came to shake hands
-Yes , I’m not british but I hate to get late – Felix smiled
-So who is this kid?- The man looked at him up and down
-This is my son , Victor Sanchez- Felix said kinda proud
-Oh so you will be your father successor , I presume- he winked
-Maybe- Victor giggled
-Lets go to the business , have a seat guys- the man said – I want all your stock
We are having a party this weekend and I need it…
-Ok , Victor will take the note and bring everything here- Felix said
-Sure – the man said  - can I trust him?
-Obvious- Felix said – you got my bank account…when we bring the pills you pay straight away
-Don’t worry , I already know the system- The man said. Felix Got up and Victor did the same
-Good , thanks for buying with us haaha , goodbye Johnny- Felix said
-Wait , Victor right? When you come here on Saturday , bring your friend …I will give yous vips
-Really?- Victor asked surprised
-Yeah , I liked you- the man looked at him up and down again
-Thanks
-This kid got a future- the man said – goodbye guys
-Bye my friend-Felix said and went to his car with Victor




At the car , Felix looked at his son and said:



-You see how easy is to get money with this? Victor , we can sell thousand of pills if we want- Felix said
-Yeah it’s a good way to get money , like do you think I can get a lot? I’m thinking of buying a house for me and then I will ask my girlfriend to live with me
-Sure , I don’t see any problem , you work and get your money , doesn’t matter if is dirty or clean , its money and screw the world hahahaha
-Yeah hahahaha- Victor laughed a lot
Later that day , the day went by fast and it was already dark. Layla’s mother was getting crazy in the kitchen to cook the perfect meal
-God where is the eggs??? I neeed egggss- she said – salad is done hahahaha of course salad is done , it’s the most easy thing ever
Layla came in the kitchen
-Speaking alone?- she asked
-Hahaha Layla you must to help me , Beth is coming here and I don’t wanna fail infront of her , she is a better cooker then I’m soo please help?
-Ehhh I cant cook- Layla said
-Of course you can , your dad loves your  Bolognese spaguetti
-Ahhh fine , what you want me to cook?- Layla asked
-Any shit , I still need to take a shower I smell a fish hahahaha they will think the smell is coming from other place- her mother laughed even louder
-MOTHER!!!- Layla said
-Hahahaha we need to laugh sometimes , let me shower- her mother went to the shower


Layla stayed at the kitchen all by herself , cooking everything…


The dinner was suppose to start at 8:00pm and it was already 7:52pm
Beth took John, William and Adrian to the dinner at Layla’s place. Adrian never wanted to show up , since he knew that Layla probably wouldn’t like , she acted weird in the last day that they talked…


-I cant wait to see what my friend banked for us- Beth said
-YEYEYEYEY CAKEEE- John said
-While you guys eat the cake I eat the…

Adrian stopped his brother to say anything nasty near their mother

-William come on- Adrian said
-Hahahaha Adrian read my thoughts


They parked the car infront of Layla’s house.Adrian was worried about what was going to happen but he thought ‘ what could happen? The worst that could happen is that Layla would ignore me or treat me bad , nothing different of she already done to me’
They left the car and knocked on her door. Layla’s father , who was very sympacthetic , opened the door smiling


-Welcome to the Greys house – he said
-Hey Mr Grey – Adrian said
-Oh hey – they shook hands – come on in guys
-Nice place- Beth commented
-Yeah , my wife has a good taste- he smiled – have a sit please
-Thanks – Beth said –
-So where is your husband?
-Well he got a massive headache and took some tablets and he is resting now , I apologize thought-Beth said
-Oh haha don’t worry , it happens right? The dinner is almost ready- he said
-Oh that’s wonderful- Beth said
-Let me tell my oldest daughter to come to say hello….Layla???- he shouted
-WHAAAT?- She shouted from the kitchen
-Come to say hello to our guests- he said
-I canttt I need to get ready-
Adrian wanted to go see Layla , he didn’t mind if she wasn’t perfect , he just wanted to see  her…

-Can I get a cup of water?- Adrian asked on purpose
-Sure kid- her dad said

Adrian got up and went to the kitchen
Layla was holding a spoon and trying the sauce

-Mmmmmm yum- she said
-Can I taste?- Adrian asked
-Oh you- she said
-Hey- he said and came near- I know this is going to be awkward
-Awkward? Nah…like I’m sorry for being rude that day , I was stressed and to be honest ,period was coming- she said
-Oh wow…no need to give me details- Adrian said
-Haha I know its just when I bleed too much it annoys me- she said and looked at his face
-Ohhhh – Adrian did a ew face- again , no need details
-Aww how come you are going to be a doctor and you cant handle about periods?
-Because you know….- he got serious - its period- Layla laughed
-You were right Adrian , this is sooo awkward hahahaha- Layla smiled big
-Sorry , my fault I guess then , so you need help?- Adrian asked
-No need , but yeah you can taste the tomato sauce- Layla got another spoon and got the sauce and gave Adrian
-Are you sure? now that we talked about periods....i dont think this is a good idea...
Layla started to laugh soo much
-Stop to be silly....- she gave him the spoon again
-DAMN IS DELICIOUS- Adrian shouted
-Really?
-Woah the best I ever had hahaha , don’t tell my mom- he whispered
-Awww I wont- she smiled

-Layla , I don’t know if Chloe already told you but we will go to the water park…I was wondering if you don’t want to come too? Like I promise you that is going to be awesome and we need to relax you know it so what you tell me?- Adrian asked
-Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm- she said
-Come on…..you wont regret it- Adrian said – its free so no excuses
-Well…
-So???
-Haha don’t pressure me- she said
-Look , when are you going to have another chance to have fun uh?
-Hahahaha so true , I hate when you are right- she said
-Yeah- he smiled big
-Ok then I think I will go
-Great I will tell Nathan – Adrian tried to control himself but he was almost jumping on the roof
-Oh ok Adrian I cant wait – Layla smiled
-Really?
-Yeah why not? spend time with nerds its always the best choice- she winked
-Sarcasm?
-Oh yeah baby- she got serious
-Damn Layla , why you so racist??- Adrian joked
-I'm not ask my mam- she smiled
-I will ask , you are bad bad guurl
-I'm- she said
-Ohhh and you confess- he said - disgracefull
-Adrian , why you are soo cute?- she asked
-Huh?
-Nothing- she regretted of saying that
-No , tell me...why you think i'm cute?
-I dont know , i feel so good around you , sometimes i caught myself thinking about talking to you ....but i know it silly
-Silly?
-Yeah , like if i could i would speak with you the whole night haha you are very nice- she came closer
-Am i?
-Yeah...if only i met you before...- she kissed his cheek and went to the oven
Adrian got shocked , he put his hand on his cheek and he just couldnt feel anything , his body got too warm...
-Layla , THE DINNER IS READY???- her mother shouted from the living room
-Yeaaaaah , come get the platessss- Layla said

Adrian got stood there , feeling as if he was flying...



Love is a great feeling and you only describe it when you are in love....Adrian never felt this way before and not even Layla....theres was something about Adrian that she couldnt understand , he made her feel different , a good different...but it would actually take sometime to Layla realise about what the different feeling really meant....



After 2 days…


It was early morning , Adrian got up, super excited about the water park day. He bought new swimming trunks. He went to shower fast and then get ready.
The breakfast wasn’t done yet when he went to the kitchen to drink a cup of juice and eat a toast.
Adrian got his bag with snacks , coke and also his iPod when he gets a text


‘Come to the park , most of people are already here’ – Nathan sent

Its was 6:300 am when Adrian was walking in the dark street in direction of the park to meet his friends. Nathan in the last couple of days organized everything. He rented a bus that would take them to the park , he got everybody discounts about their lunch at the park. Nathan also spoke with every single person who was coming and even with some parents to guarantee that everything would be end fine and safe.



-So is everybody there?- Nathan asked while counting people
-I think so- Someone shouted
-What about Adrian??-Sara asked
-He is coming…so better everybody come in the bus- Nathan said and people started to go to the bus and sit


Chloe stayed outside with Nathan


-Is Layla coming?- Nathan asked
-She wasn’t sure , she said she was going to wait for Victor’s call- Chloe said
-What the hell is wrong with that girl? Cant she see that Victor isn’t a good guy- Nathan said his opinion
-Ahh leave them alone Nathan , you should worry about your things not about them- Chloe said
-Of course- he rolled his eyes- damn where is Adrian



While Adrian was walking he remember that he forgot his phone and he couldn’t go to a park in another city without his phone so he came back fast.



After some while…


Nathan , was getting desperate…


-Ahhh Adrian is Late damn it , he was suppose to take 2 mins to be here really what the hell he is doing????
-Ohhhhh and Layla? Are you going to wait for her?- Chloe asked
-Nah I don’t think she will come- Nathan said and got his phone to see the time – argh we will get traffic

Chloe tried to call Layla to see if she was coming or not but her phone was turned off….


Adrian was fast , he got his mobile , that he forgot on his bed and ran outside. He was sweating and wasn’t even warm.
When Adrian was close to the park , he heard someone call his name


-Adrian?

When Adrian turn around , he sees Layla

-Layla??- he said – are you coming to the water park?
-I couldn’t miss it- she smiled
-I thought you wouldn’t go without Victor- Adrian said
-Well , sometimes we need spaces right…
-Space??- Adrian asked
-I tell you on the bus if you sit next to me- Layla said and thought ‘ damn I kinda need to speak with someone’
-Sure – he smiled

Layla and Adrian went to the bus.
Chloe got surprised by seeing Adrian and Layla walking to the bus together


-Damn- she said
-I'm glad Layla is coming- Nathan said regretting of disliking her that much - deep inside she is a nice girl
-Yeah man she is - Chloe got in the bus to save a seat for her and Layla
-Finally you guys came- Nathan said - get on the bus fast- Nathan said
-Morning to you too- Adrian smiled
-Morning- he said

Layla and Adrian went to bus

-Layla- Chloe waved and Layla waved back

Adrian and Layla sat on the first and second seat of the bus , so Nathan had to sit instead of Adrian , but Chloe
Adrian sat next to the window.

-So Layla , how you feel?- Adrian asked
-I'm cool i just miss Victor- Layla said - he was so cute
-Yeah i understand , like i never had a girlfriend , i dont even know what i have to do- Adrian said innocently
-Aww you all innocent. Adrian i think the best boyfrie
nd in the world for me would be the type of guy who would be hot , with amazing body and also a great personalitly- Layla said - but you know , i dont think this exist sooo
-Yeah maybe- Adrian looked down because he knew that he wasnt the best looking boy of the school, his body was skinny , with no muscles but at least , his personalitly was his best quality.
-Like did you ever kissed a girl?- she asked
-Ahhh this question again??- Adrian said - why you wanna know?