Sometimes mistakes happen.. by K. Harris (reading comprehension books TXT) 📕

Chapter Four.

Finding family.

I sat in the kitchen at Marks house. It was big. I looked up along the wall, it was filled with family photos. There was a photo of Mark when he was probably about 8. It was what looked like his and Abby’s birthday party. He was holding a basketball with a wide smile. Abby was in the background dressed as a princess. I noticed however one of the girls looking at Mark with big googly eyes. She was pretty.

“Hello Sarah!” Elaine called.

I looked over to see her and Mark walking into the kitchen. We sat at the table. We talked about finding my brother and sister. She seemed really curious about them. I told her everything I knew about them, starting from what they like to where I last seen them. She was writing it down. She seemed interested in helping me.

“Final question, when’s their birthdays?” She asked softly with a smile.

“Mikky’s is April 15th, Brodie’s is November 8th.” I said smiling.

From my last memory of them, Brodie was the exact twin of mum. But Mikky was, like me, twin of Dad. Brodie left first because Angela wouldn’t allow him to do anything. She hit him twice. He didn’t want to leave me, Dad and Mikky but he felt he had too. Dad didn’t know till the divorce. Mikky left one year before. She went straight to Brodie’s after school one day with only a note telling Dad. I was so hurt because me and her were so close.

“I’ll start research tonight.” Elaine said standing up. I had relief all through my body.

*BZZZ BZZZ BZZZZ*

I looked down to see Dad calling. I picked it up worried

Me: hey Dad!

Dad: hello Sar, are you at Abby’s by any chance?

Me: Yeah I am? Why?

Dad: Ask Elaine if you can stay the night.

Me: why?

Dad: just trust me.

He sounded upset, I wanted to know more but I don’t wanna make him angry.

“Elaine!” I called

She paced in worried.

“Yes?” she replied.

“Dad wants to know if I’m able to stay here tonight?” I asked raising my brows.

“Of course you can.” She replied smiling. She walked out.

Me: she said yes.

Dad: good, I’ll drop some stuff off in about an hour. Don’t go home, promise me?

I was really concerned…

Me: I promise..

Dad: okay, love you, bye.

He hung up before I could reply. The hell?

Mark came back in and sat next to me. He had a big smile on his face.

“Why you smiling?” I asked biting my lip.

“Well, Dads out of town for one of the shops. Mums gone to work and Abby’s on a date.” He was smiling again.

“And?” I replied raising a brow.

“It means, I can cook you tea.” He said smirking.

Okay, I blushed like mad! A guy, cute guy, wanted to make me tea. Ahhh, thank you Dad!

 “Okay, sounds good.” I was blushing still. He got up and made his way towards me and had his hand out. I grabbed it and we walked out the back. His back yard was huge. It was surrounded with a beautiful garden. There was a pool in the far left, he lead me to it.

“We’re going for a swim.” He smiled. Um what??

“I haven’t got togs??” I replied confused.

Abby left you some, here.” He passed me a bikini set, shirt and shorts. In my size too!

“Um, thanks? I’ll get changed.” I replied turning around.

“Get changed in my room.” He called. I heard a splash. I walked inside.

I found his room at last. I sat on his bed and looked at the togs. Tags still attached? They were blue with white stripes. The shirt was grey and shorts were black. I changed into it and ended up leaving the top on the bed. Maybe I could tease him. This could be fun. I left my clothes folded in a pile on his bed. I felt like my boobs were a little big for the top but I didn’t care. I walked back outside. I saw Mark standing by the pool, shirtless. I could’ve drooled there and then. I walked over and tied my hair in a messy pony tail. He looked over at me and his eyes were almost popping out his head.

“It’s rude to stare.” I smiled. He smirked with a slight blush. My plan was working already!

*Marks P.O.V*

I look into the warm water, knowing any moment Sarah will return. It was a beautiful day. I couldn’t imagine spending it differently. I’m excited about cooking for her, now to figure out what to cook! I heard the back door so I turned around. Sarah didn’t have a shirt on, only the bikini. She looked so hot! I mean they’re basically staring at me. Wait… I’m staring! Shit!

“It’s rude to stare.” She smiled. I instantly blushed. I turned away for a sec, only to realise that was happening in my pants… I got into the pool and leant up on the wall. Hiding mini-me.

She hopped in and grabbed a noodle. She was floating with it. Once he settled I swam towards her and floated in front of her with the other noodle. We just floated for a while. Till I broke the silence.

“So, what would you like for tea?” I sounded girly.

“I’m not sure. Maybe some sort of stir fry?” she giggled slightly. I nodded. I wanted to kiss her. Really bad. Oh what the heck!

I leaned in and kissed her softly. She was kissing back, I let go of the noodle and stood, holding her waist. She pushed hers away and brought herself close to me. She wrapped her arms around my neck. I held her closely. I gripped her hips. She wrapped her legs around my waist, it wasn’t long before he appeared again. Damn you! I kissed Sarah softly then pulled back, I needed to cool off. We looked at each other for a while, her legs still around my waist. She was smiling.

“I think you get turned on quite easily.” She teased biting her lip. Now, was hot.

“I have no idea what you’re talking about?” I played dumb.

She pushed her hips into mine, making me moan. This time she wins, but I will get her back.

“I better go wait for Dad.” She laughed. Letting go of me and swimming to the edge. When she got out I noticed she was smiling, nonstop. It makes me melt. I finally decided to get out, I pulled a towel around my waist and remained shirtless. I went inside and seen Alex.

“Hello Mark! How are you?” he smiled. I sat at the table.

“I’m great, yourself?” I replied smiling. I noticed Sarah was in sight?

“Look, I need to talk to you.” He clenched his door. I began to panic. He sat across from me.

“Sure.” I replied, taking a gulp.

“I need Sarah to stay here until tomorrow night. I brought a new house, for us to start over and I need to figure out all her furniture, so I can make sure her new room is big enough.” He sighed.

“Oh, fair enough, where are you moving to?” I was now really panicking.

“Two streets over. Not fair. But that how we’re in makes me miserable. Plus the one I have now is four bedroom, so I can have a proper study for work.” He smiled. Whoop! Relieved!

“Do you think she’ll take the news okay?” I asked.

“Yeah, she asked a few months back to move. But Angela is to not find out where. I’ve told her other side of town so hopefully she believes it. I’ve gotten so prepared, I got me and Sarah a new car and Alia, has a backyard twice the size! Which reminds me of the reason I’m talking to you..” he paused.

“I take it you’d like Alia to stay here?” I laughed. I didn’t bother me.

“Precisely.” He smiled.

“No hassles. She’s welcomed here.” I laughed.

“Good, she’s asleep in the lounge room as we speak.” He laughed.

I laughed along then Sarah returned.

“What ya’ talkin bout?” she asked.

I remained silent.

“I’m giving Mark advice on handling you.” He said grinning. I instantly burst into laughter.

“Real nice Dad.” She sighed, slightly smiling.

Alex left about 20 minutes later. Alia was now out the back with Sarah and I was preparing tea. I loved stir fries, they’re by far my favourite food. I cooked up a Thai been stir fry. It only took about 40 minutes. I served it up in two bowls and placed them on the table with a fork. I went to the back door and seen it was still open. Sarah had her back to me patting Alia while she slept. She was talking to her. I took a few steps being quite I could now hear her.

“I really want to be with him Alia, but there’s no way I can with Mum showing up all the time. Its causes me to stress. His so incredible. But I don’t want him to wait for me, it’s not fair on him.” Her voice croaked. My heart sank. I snuck back inside and was about two meters from the door.

“Sarah, teas ready.” I called. Now to act like I didn’t hear anything.

“Okay.” She replied coming back in.

Her eyes were red. I knew she’d been crying but I didn’t want to ask, I’m afraid of what she’ll say.

We sat quietly and ate tea, she must have enjoyed it, she seemed to moan lightly with each bite she took, when she finished she looked up at me.

“Your cooking is amazing.” She smiled.

“It’s a gift.” I laughed. I wanted to pick her up there and then to tell her how I felt. But I couldn’t..

*Sarah’s P.O.V*

2 hours later.

Me and Mark sat on the couch, a fair bit apart. It felt like he was keeping a distance. I couldn’t figure out why, had I done something wrong?

“I might go get changed, I’ll be back.” He sighed standing up, I could tell now he was upset.

I wanted to know, I ended up walking up to his room and his bathroom was connected to his room. I waited for him. He only took about 10 minutes.  When he came out he froze when he saw me. I walked up to him and stood in front of him. He still looked sad.

“Can you tell me why you’re upset?” I asked softly. He looked down and back to me, biting his lip.

“I’m just tired.” He was lying.

“Mark, tell me please.” I asked placing my hand on his shoulder. Luckily we was wearing boxes. This would have been awkward if he was in a towel.

“I-I uhm…” he paused, looking sad.

“I really like you..” he whispered. I felt my heart rise. I didn’t think that was what he’d say. I remained frozen trying to hold in what he said. He put his head down and passed me, throwing on a pair of shorts and a shirt. I turned to look at him, he looked like he was about to cry..

“Mark, I really like you too.. bu-“ he cut me off.

“I know, it’s not the right time. I understand. I just wanted you to know. He went to walk pass me again