My mate, My exception novel Chapter 9

I want to roll my eyes- he was so right. I did want to spend time with him, believe me I did, but I was just scared of the consequences. What would it mean if I continue down this unfamiliar road? Am I ready for every relationship thing that was to come?

I need to live a little, though. I need to get out there more often and if I could pick anyone to begin something with right now, Jake seems like the perfect guy.

"Okay fine. I'll go." I give in. He smiles, forgetting about everything that had just happened.

"Great, I'll pick you up at six."

While feeling so nervous and excited about the date, I almost forget about what Tyler had said. Almost.

Leah drives me home about two hours after my talk with Jake. Her sister had came and picked us up from Tyler's and Leah decided she needed to rejuvenate before she could drive me home. So even though I'd been at Leah's house since noon, we had just now got around to leaving.

I'm supposed to be ready by six so I have about five hours to get ready for Jake and I's date. I start mentally preparing myself for the date, but currently I was most worried about one thing: my parents.

They had texted me at about ten last night to say goodnight. Then again this morning at eight asking when I'd get home. Then yet again at nine. Considering I didn't get up until ten, they'd had plenty of time to send me furious texts after that questioning what I was doing. I had called them when we left Tyler's house, which was before noon. I had already faced the wrath on that phone call, but it would be nothing compared to what I am about to face.

Even though I'm not too thrilled to be lectured, I am relieved to be home. It feels like I have been gone for a week, not a single night. Seeing my plain house on our street with the bright flowers out front brings a smile to my face.

I jump out of the car after giving Leah a huge thank you and make my way up to my doom. I don't even make it to the porch to open the door for myself.

Our front door flies open and my mother stands there looking livid. Behind her I see my dad for back-up.