Knowing Asher

Chapter|79|

I entered the private airport with him by my side. I pushed myself to continue the walk. Every step felt like pain to my heart.
This was it!
He is actually leaving.
I am losing him just like that!
"We would try to be in touch"he said for the nth time turning to face me and I nodded again.
We walked to where his parents were sitting. I tried to mask my emotions and forced a smile.
"Oh Stephanie dear"his mom said and moved towards us. She hugged me tight and I relaxed into the motherly embrace. "I am sad that both of you have to separate. Trust me when I say there is no other way around this"she whispered into my ear and I nodded in understanding.
"I will try to make it possible for the two of you to visit each other. He can come here and you can also visit him in Italy. He can actually show you around Sicily"She said as she pulled back to scan my face. I smiled at that thought hoping it can actually happen.
She patted my hair and I moved to Delaney. We hugged each other tight.
I am going to miss every single one of them so much.
"I will miss you" she whispered and I mumbled the same.
She pulled away and I crouched to Sydney's height.
"Ste"she squealed and wrapped her small hands around me.
I forced a smile knowing I would miss the bubble of sunshine so much.
I would miss watching the little mermaid because of her.
Her little hands and her angelic voice.
I blinked my eyes few times to stop the tears from flowing down.
"I will see you soon right"I nodded not wanting to break her heart.
"Good"she grinned and I smiled at her.
"I want you to keep this doll"she said and pushed her Barbie doll into my hands.
"Why?" I was confused.
"I don't want you to forget me" I giggled a bit at her smartness.
"You are too smart for your age. I can never forget you" she replied with a toothy grin and wrapped her hands around me again.
I hugged her tight and pulled away realizing it's time to let her go.
I got up and she went back to playing with her other Barbie doll.
His dad and brother gave me a nod and I replied with a polite smile.
Asher pulled me to a corner and hugged me tight. I clutched the doll in my hands.
He pulled away and kissed me like he was saying goodbye.
I felt a salty water on my lips realizing I couldn't stop the tears.
It felt like the last kiss we would ever share. He wiped my tears with a sad look. "We will figure things out together" I nodded and stared at him.
"Be safe"I said as the speaker started blaring.
"You too"he pecked my cheek and let his lips linger. He pulled away and I sighed.
He gave me a nod and I smiled in response.
It's time for them to board!
I walked out of the airport and entered the Audi.
I wrapped my hands around myself and placed the doll beside me.
I could still smell his cologne on his hoodie. We spent the last night together in my house. We just cuddled up and talked about the memories we created together.
The driver drove to my house and I rested my head on the window.
I couldn't help the tears and it kept coming.
It would be so hard getting used to him not being around anymore.
I closed my eyes and fiddled with my fingers.
Sadness was all I felt.
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"We are here"the driver said and I got down. He also got down and handed me the keys.
I was about to ask him why but stopped when my phone beeped in my pocket.
Take that as your early birthday gift.
I hope you pass the test.
Congratulate your dad on my behalf - A
I looked up and didn't see the driver.
He gifted me a car for my birthday in few days. I would be eighteen soon.
What does he mean by congratulate my dad?
That was why he was asking me what kind of car I want as my first.
I would be taking my driving test in few days and I hope I really do well.
I entered the house and saw my parents beaming widely.
"Hello"I said and they turned to me.
"They left already?"my mom asked and I nodded. "We have got good news"my mom started and made me sit on the couch. "Your dad got a new job as an accountant in the Stanley Plc"my jaw dropped open.
"I didn't even apply for a job there"my dad said and my eyes widened.
I stared at Asher's text again and shook my head.
"Asher did this"I said and my parents looked shocked.
"He sent me a message to congratulate you. He helped you get the job" I explained.
"Bless that boy"my dad smiled.
"The job comes with benefits. A new apartment and a new car"my mom said and I grinned.
"Really?!"they nodded and I pulled them into a hug.
"Things are finally changing for us"my mom said and I felt sad again.
Without Asher in my life!
"We have to celebrate this"my dad said and my mom agreed.
That is how we found ourselves in a high class restaurant to celebrate this.
It took my mind off Asher for a while.
It came back immediately I laid on my bed.
I could never forget him even if I try to.
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My friends came to support me for my driving test.
My instructor was a lady who looked like she wished to be anywhere but here.
She was tensed for the most of the ride and only relaxed when she was sure I wasn't getting us killed.
I got the license and took my friends out for lunch.
It was also my birthday.
I texted Asher about it and we talked for a while.
He wished me an happy birthday and he told me he actually liked Italy.
He missed the place so much and was happy to be there again.
I was sad he was happy while I felt miserable.
He added he missed me and wished I was there with him so that lightened up my mood a bit.
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"It will be fun to go to California by road. We will crash at hotels and explore the cities. It will be a road trip coupled with vacation. And we also need our cars to ease our mode of transportation to help us around school"I looked at the two of them hoping they agree with me on this.
"That sounds fun"Ian replied and I nodded with a small smile.
"We will be resuming soon. I can't wait"Olive said and I sighed unable to decipher how I feel.
We are suppose to be four going on this trip but...
I have gotta learn to live without him.
Face-timing and texting once in a while doesn't help the situation at all.
The time difference is a big problem.
I can't help the dreams that comes when I close my eyes.
All he did for me. It's hard to think he just left like that.
Why did that have to happen?
I guess this is my life now!

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