Chapter 14

~~Rose's P.O.V~~

"Yeah..." He says going pale. "I thought Malcolm was going to kill me...His parents are the murderers who killed my family." He says, putting his head in his hands.

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"...Wait....WHAT!?" My breathing increases as I shake my head repeatedly. "No, you're lying. How are you so sure?"

"Because I saw him holding a photo of them when he fell asleep. But the weird thing is though, We never knew they had a son, especially one at this school. For once I have a friend and he's the son of..."

So that's why he acted that way when Malcolm put the knife on his throat. "Does Malcolm know?"

"Not that I am aware, but it seems like he doesn't." He replies back to which reminded me of when Malcolm confessed his feelings for Kyle.

"So why did they kill your family anyways? Are they mentally insane or something?" Anger boiled in me as I tried to figure out how someone could be so heartless and just murder a whole family.

"Years ago, before I was born, my parents were driving to the hospital." Kyle starts, staring at the carpet. "My mum had an appointment since she was five months pregnant with my older sister. She felt like there was something wrong so they were in a hurry to get to the hospital. My dad accidentally driving into a red light, he hit Malcolm's parents car on the side in which Malcolm's mum was sitting. Turns out she was also on the way to hospital because she was about to give birth. Long story short, the baby didn't survive so they decided to come back years laters and murder the whole family."

Woah.

"That's just....." I was speechless. I didn't know what to say. I mean I know Kyle is upset because it is sort of is his parents fault but come on, murdering the whole family just for revenge?

"So, William." I grin and nudge his side with my elbow, trying to lighten the mood. "You really aren't a bad boy huh? You sure act like one. Playing around and flirting with every female." I scoff at the end.

"Well....You see, that was part of my act if I wanted to survive. I mean I don't even have green eyes! I have blue ones which are a little lazy hence why I need glasses. But nooo, glasses are a huge giveaway so I had to wear contacts and it literally took me a week to get use to wearing them." He grumbles angrily.

I laugh, liking this version of him. He's the type of guy I like. Smart, handsome, funny, Nerdy. I knew there was something about him. At least it explains how he won prom king. Although I must give it to him, the whole bad boy facade really does suit him and not gonna lie, but he's one handsome piece of flesh. I sigh, what about Laura? She likes him but then again she still flirts with other guys.

I wonder though, how will she take this information about the real Kyle...

"You can't tell anyone Rose." He says looking at me seriously.

"Yeah yeah I know. Cross my heart but I don't hope to die, only eat pie." I giggle pathetically. "So for how long wi-" I was cut short when Malcolm rushes in with a panicked expression.

"Laura's in hospital! She was attacked by the intruder!" He says hurriedly and that's when I lost it. The tears spilled without warning as I rushed out of the room and down the corridor. Except, I didn't make it far when I saw my dad enter the building and an ambulance driving away.

"Dad...what happened!? Is she okay?" The tears continued to spill as he grabbed me in for a hug. I fist my hands against his shirt, trying to calm myself down, though that didn't seem to be working.

"She'll be alright, sweetie. She's a strong girl." He says, trying to make me feel better.

"No! We have to go see her!" I urge, staring at my father with pleading eyes.

"I'm sorry Rose, it's too late right now."

"No we have to go!" I try again, wiping my tears.

"I'm sorry Rose, but your fathers right." Says a new familiar voice.

"Mum!" I gasp, running towards her, giving her a hug. "You were meant to be at the dance. Dad was a lonely soul." I giggle through my tears, happy to see her after so long.

"Yes I know darling, but the flight was delayed. But I still have some happy news." She says excitedly, pulling away from the hug.

I look at her, waiting for her to continue. "I'm going to be working as the school nurse starting on Monday! Isn't it exciting!? Well isn't it a good thing you're clumsy, that way we can have little chats here and there." My mother giggles childishly and I roll my eyes laughing too.

Our heads snap to my dad when he clears his throat. "I'm sure a little scratch won't require nurse assistance because getting an education is much more important." He says sternly.

"Oh don't be such a party pooper, dear. A scratch can get infected if not treated properly and I don't want that happening to my little Rosie Posie."

"Mum, stop it!" I groan, thanking that nobody is around to hear.

"Okay, time to get back to your dorm, we can go and visit Laura tomorrow." My mum says kissing me on my forehead.

"Goodnight."

The whole night I wasn't able to sleep. I kept tossing and turning and felt as though I was suffocating. I look over to where Laura's bed was, the neat bed sheets untouched.

I just hope she's okay.

"NO I DEMAND TO SEE HER FIRST! You all better stay ten metres away from the door. After I am done, you can come and see her." I say sternly, glaring and Malcolm, Kyle and her twin, Lewis.

"But I'm her twin! I have just as much equal rights as you do!" He argues back.

"Shhhh! You're waking up all the old people!" A nurse interrupts, a clipboard in hand. I think she might've wanted to whack us with that clipboard....

I walk into Laura's hospital room and the sight before me, I did not expect... Even when I should've expected it.

"No no no! I told you, I want an extra large pizza, half vegetarian, half Margherita and I want it to say 'get well soon' in mozzarella cheese and add a little balloon too! I want the cardboard box to be purple and sparkly with my name written in gold pen. And- hey I'm not finished yet!" She snaps angrily. "And I also want your cutest delivery guy, preferably one with muscles, don't you dare send a scrawny one, yeah and I want him to say 'get well soon my precious jewel' and I want a small peck on the cheek!" Laura finishes, a satisfied grin on her face.

"Uhm..." I wasn't sure what to say. I didn't even know whether to laugh or go and give her a hug.

"Oh hey, Rose!" Laura says excitedly after noticing me.

"Hey, you feeling better?" I smile, knowing well that she's a lot better.

"Physically yeah. Mentally...no." She replies. I walk up to her giving her a hug.

"As much as I love hugging you Rose, since your hugs are very comforting, I haven't showered since yesterday and I probably stink." She says with a frown.

"Oh shut up you! As if that would bother me." I say, sitting in front of her on the bed. "So what happened? Do you know how worried I was!? I thought you died or got stabbed or eaten or something!"

She laughs. "Oh Rose, you are known for your dramatic mind. But..." She bites the corner of her lip, looking nervous. "Remember Nick?"

I think for a bit, trying to remember where I have heard of this dude before, suddenly it clicked. "Oh yeah! Your ex boyfriend. The creepy one who was possessive and very obsessive as well."

"Yeah, it was him who caused the lock down yesterday. He threatened to hurt someone I love and I got scared so I punched him and he got mad so he punched me back and I fell unconscious. Funny because I didn't faint from the punch, it was how terrified I was. You have no idea how scared I was-" she says, tears spilling down her eyes.

"Oh Laura..." I grab her in for a hug, comforting her by rubbing her back softly.

"He threatened to hurt you, Rose. I would hate myself for life if he did anything to you." She continues and that's what confused me.

"I thought you were referring to Kyle when you said he threatened to hurt someone you love."

"Oh you silly slug. I don't love Kyle. That'd be too soon." She laughs through her tears and I smile.

"Uhh....pizza delivery?" Someone clears their throat awkwardly at the door.

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