11. welcome home

Jack Harrison's POV:

I slept for almost three hours. I checked my phone; from my sleepy eyes, I could barely read until I saw 4 missed calls at 12 o'clock. It was Hailey. My eyes were wide open, and I dialed her for almost three times. "The number you are calling is currently busy." It gave me a nervous feeling, that uneasy one like the first dating phase. I decided to have my lunch. I wasn't able to eat properly. I dropped her a text, just in case... My mother called my name three times, and then I finally heard it. Liela Harrison: What's up with you boys? You both seem pretty lost. Jack: Hehe, nothing, Mom; everything is under control. Liela Harrison: "Are you sure, son "? Jack:I I am Liela Harrison: "And what about the things that are hidden from me?"? Jack: "Hailey is just a friend, Mom." Liela Harrison: "just friends?" Jack: "Yes, Mom, for now, You know, when I first met her, she seemed to be a rude, judgmental, bossy woman, and you won't believe it: she blushes like anything; she likes to have ice cream and gets scared in the dark. She laughs like a 3-year-old girl. She does act clumsy at times; yesterday I was on stake when I saw her messing with July." Liela Harrison: "Okay, okay, okay, I get it; calm down.". Jack: "Yeah, I mean, ugh, you asked..." Liela Harrison: "July? " ( Jack's mother gives him an awkward eye stare. ). Jack, as your mother and as your best friend, I am just trying to warn you about how little mistakes can change the pace of your journey. Your imprints may not be in your control, but make sure they do not affect you in a negative way. You must tell Hailey about July... . Jack: "Okay, I will..." My phone blows up; my mother smiles. I go into my room picking up her call; this was the first time we were talking over the phone. Jack: "Hello, what's up, Hailey?" Hailey: "Hey, I'm fine. What about you? (Hailey speaks in a low pitch.) Jack: "What happened? It doesn't sound like you.". Hailey: "Can we meet?" Jack: "Um, sure, but what happened, Hailey?"? Hailey: "Let's just meet.". Jack: " you are scaring me, Hailey." Hailey: "Jack please text me the place and time." ( hangs up the phone ). My mother knocks at my door, and I open it; she asks me if there's anything she could help me with. I smile and hug her, my always one and only favorite lady. 💕. I ask her about some places I can take Hailey to. She asks me about my plans. Liela Harrison: "What's on your list?" Jack: "Maybe a casual meetup, something like a coffee shop?"? Liela Harrison:Not a good idea.". Why don't you just call her at our place"? Jack: "Stop acting like I am still a first-year student, Mom." Liela Harrison: "She is; your father is busy with work today." Jack: "I hope she agrees." I grabbed my phone quickly and texted, "Hailey ❤." " At my place at 7 p.m. The phone buzzes quickly. "Your place? Strange, huh? I SMILE. SHE WAS TYPING... THEN SHE STOPPED. AND TEXTED "OKAY." . It was the first time our conversation was going pretty off the flow. Anyway, I was repeatedly convincing myself that it was just my dilemma. I told Mom to keep it casual. I didn't want anyone to know, not even James. James was on a trip with his new alleged girlfriend, and Dad was busy with his client. My mom will surely understand. I was pretty excited, happy to see her without any reason. Everything was perfect. I was in a mood to do my win dance for no reason lol. The sigma in me rested. I was not so sure, although if my life would again turn into a dark comedy, like the Simpsons. I told my servants to clean the dining area again and the cook to make Italian snacks. The drawing room was cleaned quickly. I decided to change the vase today.I do not have any knowledge about flower arrangements, but I did my best, and then I was done. My outfits were pretty basic. Black eagle shirt with denims and shoes. I noticed I completely fitted onto the theme of our drawing room royal mehroon sitting area with limited edition books, an old player, chosen paintings from large traders, and the beautiful ceiling from which a crown-like chandelier hung. Shifting the gaze led to a beautiful lamp on the left and the last thing, a portrait of our family. output: 3 hours passed, and as I was reading Celestia by hikariwrites019, I was wondering if love could ever be found so easily. Can you love someone from a point where you don't expect anything?. It was 6:59, and I was waiting for the bell to ring. I hope she won't be late, as we just live 2 apartments away. I was wondering what she was going to tell me. Hailey Roosevelt's POV: Oh God! First this scandal by James, and now Jack was calling me at his home. I mean, yeah, Jack had so many chances to do that to me, but he didn't, but anyone could have thought the same. No, no... Hailey... relax. He said that Casually... only you wanted to meet him; now you must be ready. Emma was pretty stressed; she was lying on the bed. I was thinking of an excuse. Sorry, Emma, I had to do it! . Hailey: "Emma, I am going to get details of the project from Jessica; she lives here in the same building." Emma: " you never told me about her." Hailey: "It doesn't matter; I have deadlines.". Emma: " why don't you copy mine, G5?" Hailey: "You can't copy, and you got no ideas, so chill; let me go and get the homework.". Emma: " as you wish. Which floor, Hailey?" Hailey: "6". It was 6:30 already ,I was getting ready. I had no options other than wearing casuals. I wore a beautiful black top with denim and heels and a black clutch. Coral lip gloss, winged eyeliner. It was almost 6:45 when I got ready. I waited for 50 and then got set to go. I had 9 more minutes to waste, so I decided to go by stairs. I hoped I could not bump into grumpy ladies. Hush...finally I was at the door with the nameplate "Harrisons" apartment 605. I rang the doorbell. I was so nervous. Thankfully Jack received me. I was welcomed by him. Ugh, black could never go wrong, and it never did. Nor for Harrison, not for me. I was enchanted passing through a beautiful white lobby with plenty of paintings around. He asked if he could show me around. I decided to do that later. I was focused on the matter. Jack said he wanted to introduce me to his favorite women. I was surprised... I was going to meet Mrs. Harrison,attorney mother of Jack. I was ready to fumble.