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Keep Cool Parker
part 8
by M N
Lisa managed to leave before Ellyr’s arrival. She said that they needed their time without anyone interfering, that she’ll find an hotel and will wait here until Jarod plans her “ new life”.
Miss Parker was rather upset.
*a normal life please!* she wished
Miss Parker had decided to play it easy tonight : after all she’ll have her night to decide.
Jarod was sitting in the dining room. Reading a book.
_You don’t plan on moving away? Asked Parker kinda surprised.
_Na! I did not leave some lead for the Centre so.. i’m safe! You see: you wasn’t in the team! That wasn’t fun for me then!
Besides you wouldn’t have appreciated if your bro had managed to drag me back during this time out would you? Jarod answered giving her a knowing glance.
_How nice to think about my dignity but too bad you destroyed it already with all those gift you sent me or the trap you got me in!
_It was that awful this day with lyle in the container? He taunted her.
_Have you ever wonder how thousand of knife in the stomach must feel? Because i may help you to find out!
Despite her will, she cracked a smile.
_Well at least i have my answer: it was awful!
_How long have you been here?
_Well.. from your last « visit ».
_Are you doing a pretend here ?
_Hum…no. But it ‘s temporarily. I need to re-orient some things now that Ellyr is with me.
_You won’t do pretend anymore? No more strolling in the big america? She asked more and more confused.
_Well yes but not for some time. Ellyr is young. I need to stay enough time in the same city but once he’s big enough i’ll do that again. He’s clever: he’ll manage. And i’ll learn him stuff.
_oh. Why are you telling me this ?
_Hum. Because you asked ! Jarod was looking at her with a « are-you-dumb » glare.
_No i was thinking : i’m the huntress ! Since when do you tell me what your plans are ?
_From the beginning Parker ! Who do you think is nice enough to leave trails everywhere ?
_Ok, shut up Jarod ! Besides sometimes we were really near to catch you !
_Well it’s time to pick up Ellyr ! Could you pick him up ? He would be please to see you !
_Me ? I don’t even know where is school is !
_Just ask to people outside.. they’ll tell you.
Parker thought that it was a good occasion to be alone and did not argue any longer.
Ellyr’s school.
The bell rang.
Once Ellyr went off the school and saw Parker, he ran.
_Parker ! And he jumped into her arms.
Miss Parker was quite surprise of his eagerness but kiss him gently on the cheek.
_How come you’re here Parker, Ellyr asked delighted.
_Well It wasn’t exactly forecasted…But anyway : it is (as usual) too complicated !
_It is always complicated between you and Jarod ! !Ellyr said a little angry because of his never answered question when asking about Parker and Jarod relation .
_Hey ! How old are you young boy ?
_Soon 5.
_Then live your 5 years old life . You’ll have grown ups problems soon enough believe me ! She answered mild serious mild smiling.
They began to walk back to Jarod’s flat.
_Parker ? Tell me : if Jarod and you aren’t married, can i marry you when i’m older ?
It was so innocent !And so impromptu too that Parker stopped walking at once.
*wow ! ! I ‘d like to see Broots face if he knew a 5 years old boy proposed to me ! *
_I love you Ellyr. But nevertheless i think you’ll find a women ( not as much complicated that i am) and from around your age.
_Well you don’t want of me !
* Oops ! Thing are wrong here ! I need to light the atmosphere ! *
But Perhaps it is because i already love someone else.. But i’m not married already Ellyr ! You did not think about this one !
_Who ? Who do you love please ! ! Tell me ! ! ! ! !
* That i don’t even know myself ! *
_Hum… Broots. It is a guy from my work. Miss Parker spit out. * Oh my god ! ! ! If he knew ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !*
Now, that wasn’t interesting Ellyr anymore because he do not know Broots.
That wasn’t good : because it was not a subject Parker was feeling at ease with.
But already Ellyr was thinkinig about something else.
_My mother. DO you think she loves me ?
_Oh Ellyr ! I ‘m sure she is ! Every mum is proud of her child ! My mother… do you remember ? She’s dead too. But she’s dead because she tried to save me. To save me !
Tears were threathening to fall when Parker realized how her own mother had loved her.. and Jarod… and Angelo…. And faith.
Every decisions you mother made had everything to do with her little boy. I’m sure of that Ellyr . (Miss Parker thought back about the conversation she had had with Broots in the elevator.. he had told her that. And she was thankful after him)
Ellyr stopped walking and glared at Miss Parker.
_Yes maybe she loves me.. but i miss her so much ! An he began to cry.
Miss Parker couldn’t help but soothe him.
_Oh dear . I know, i know how it is hard . Please don’t cry.. please… Parker was pleading , all the emotions rushing back to her too.
She loves you. And here, there is Jarod. And I.
_But i never see you. Jarod is nice with me. But you , you’re more like my mother : you smell like her, you feel like her and you.. you look like her.
Parker was silently sobbing inside. * Things are so complicated*
_.. I…. I would love to… to see you more too Ellyr.. but ! THING S ARE SO COMPLICATED , Miss Parker heart yelled.
Well Ellyr, Come on.. dry your tears. Tonight i’m here. And so is Jarod then let’s have an happy time together… ok ?
Ellyr sniffed once or twice .. took Parker hand and walked back to his house.
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Jarod ‘s lair
Jarod was fouraging into some package when Parker and Ellyr entered. He straight up and welcome them.
_well, i plan on going out tonight. Any objections ?
_None here answered ellyr. And already he was pressing Miss Parker into his room.
_Hey wait Ellyr ! I’m not a toy ! You can’t bring me wherever you want whenever you want ok ? Besides i did not answered to Jarod.
_But please ! ! I have to show you something. He urged.
_Go play in your room Ellyr : she’ll come when she’s ready ok ?
And Ellyr retreated himself into his bedroom.
_So ? Are we eating out tonight ? asked Jarod.
_I’m not sure…
_Oh come on ! Let’s forget the Centre two minutes. Please just tonight. i dream often about a normal life. Maybe tonight we ‘ll got to see what a normal life is !
Miss Parker agreed.
_Well : i guess i’m gonna see what is so important. And she left for Ellyr’s bedroom.
The time passed .
6 :30 pm.
Jarod peeked at Ellyr’s room. It’s been an hour that he did not hear from the two.
Inside, Parker was being brushed by Ellyr.
Jarod couldn’t help but smile : this is so cute, he thought
_Hum… sorry to disturb but we’ll have to get ready for tonight.
_Hey Jarod : look : aren’t she beautiful this way ?
Parker turned around and blushed a little. Kinda ashame to be caught in a soft moment , and especially by Jarod.
Jarod stared at her deeply and answered.
_Yeah, she’s always beautiful. He murmured.
Parker did not feel at ease. This stare is dangerous. Parker broke it now ! Don’t dare to sink into his glare. Paaaaaaaarkeeeeeeerrrr.
And Parker broke it.
_Well Ellyr thanx for your help. Now let’s get all dressed up.
Jarod and Miss Parker left his room.
As a matter of fact, Miss Parker’s hair were kinda ….. messed up. And Miss Parker laughed when she saw her reflection into the miror.
_How have you done not to laught Jarod !
_It’s called survival instinct.
_Yeah ! You do have a good one ! Wondering because of who you have one… she teased back.
_Well, i think if Ellyr tells me he wants to be a coiffeur i’ll discourage it.
_I’ll help you to convince him if he don’t want to listen ! She smiled.
Jarod gave her a funny smile and said :
_Well once again you have no clothing to wear so either you’re gonna buy something with MY money or you chose something in MY clothes.
_Guess what ? I chose the american card option.
_Please not over 10 000 $ after i’m broken.
_Hum i promise i’ll be wise.
_Please be back soon !
_You know me she shouted when leaving the flat.
Oh god Jarod thought.
Well i have one hour to prepare myself.
_Dad, Ellyr called out.
_I’m here.
_Can i help you ? I can tell you when you look good or bad, he smiled to Jarod.
_Why? You want me to look handsome tonight?
_Of course! Besides you’re the one who told me to be always perfect when having a date.
_A date? And why i told you that! You’re too young! I shoud watch myself! Jarod Joked.
_What do you think about this one?
_Hum…. Try the white shirt. And change the tie.
_THAt’s much???
_Yes.
_Ok !
Author’s note: Dress yourself Jarod in your mind like you’d like to see him …:) And i said dress: not undress!
OK: so here we have our own sexy Jarod! :)
_You look wonderful. Miss Parker will love.
_What? Oh! Jarod made one of his faces… And what would that do, young boy?
_She’ll be pleased.
_And?
_Then you have your chance…( he’s so dense!)
_Chance for what?
_To ask her to marry you!!! Of course! She doesn’t want to marry me, I’m sure she’ll accept your proposal. And Ellyr left as he had said a normal thing.
Jarod, him was stuck for a few seconds! It is incredible how the mind of a child work! It is …just simple.. right to the aim!
_Ask her to marry her!!!lol ! I would love to see her face if i ask her that tonight!!!!!!!!!!!! And Jarod began to laught.
Ten minutes later he was still laughing.
And Miss Parker who had just went back look him with the “ have you just lost your mind or what” glare.
And when Jarod turned up his head to see her he laughed twice time louder.
_Hey !! You’re laughing about me??? Stop that!!! At once!
_I’m sorry …i can’t … jarod managed between two laugh.
Miss Parker took three steps by him, took him by the collar and bring his face to her face and asked him menacingly:
_Tell me what ‘s so funny or…
Jarod regained his composure intrigued by the closeness and said
_Or what ? You gonna kill me? And he broke again into laugher thinking back at the last time.. Where she had said the same thing and he answered those same exact words.– read part 2 i think!—
_Oh i got it!! Ellyr told you about him asking me to marry him! And i bet he even told you the man of my life was Broots!
Jarod’s eyes opened even wider.
_What???? And he laugh louder again
*Shit! He didn’t know about Broots!*
She finally shove him into the bed ( still laughing)
_You’re so infuriating!!! Parker said deseperated but kinda amused too. * you wanna play tonight? Then let’s play*
And Parker got to dress herself with the stuff she bought for the night
Author’s note : Once again.. imagine her like you would like to see her….
Ellyr entered in Jarod’s room.
_What are you doing on the bed?
_Well Miss Parker push me in! And guess what? She didn’t even notice how i was dressed.
_She must have been to busy to think about it….. you’ll see. And Ellyr left to Parker’s room.
_May i come in?
_Well hold on one sec please
Five minutes later.
Parker’s room.
_Hey! That’s cool ! You’re really pretty Parker!
Miss Parker flashed him a smile. Thanx Ellyr.
_I won’ t be the only one loving it!Well, Let’s go!
She did not have time to think about his last comment that she was dragged out of the room.
_Jarod!! We’re all ready!!! Can we go now?
_If your so eager just go to the car Ellyr!
_ok!
Ellyr left.
Jarod got out of his room and saw Parker waiting in the corridor .
_Oh god! You’re gorgeous!
Miss Parker was watching him quite strangely and Jarod realized.
_did i say that aloud???
_It is as real as me telling you you’re quite handsome in this outfit.
_oh oh, calm down Parker… i’m just a man after all! And you wouldn’t love to see me falling for you, would you? He blinked.
_You wish. And she gave him a push with her elbow.
_Let’s get downstairs. Ellyr must be waiting!
8:00 pm
In a french restaurant (sorry: i couldn’t help this one :) it is the french author talking!) :)
Miss Parker had ordered a pissaladière , Jarod a tartiflette and Ellyr a simple Pizza.
Ellyr talked very much, about his school and how his worst ennemy had bothered him and all. But after half one hour he had finished and was very hungry ( the plates weren’t ready yet).
Jarod didn’t know what to say to Miss Parker. They couldn’t ( and didn’t want to) talk about the Centre…And was quite glad Ellyr had inspiration… but now he had finished and silence was coming over.
_Hum, Parker? I’ve come to think that .. after all i don’t know much about what you love and all…
_Yeah , that’s right. What do you wants to know?
(the plates are now here)
_Hum…What kind of music do you love?
_Music? I love to listen to irish music, but i must say i don’t listen much music.. i have a quite busy work.
_Yeah ! I guess! A little of french wine?
_Sure!
_May i have some too?? Asked Ellyr shyly.
_Nooooooo Ellyr! Not you!
_That’s not fair!!
Ellyr had already finished a plate and was getting bored. Grown ups talking are boring! On the other hand the game zone there seemed interesting.
_Dad? May i go there? Ellyr pointed out the game zone.
_Oh sure! Just finish your plate.
_It’s already done!
_Then go!
And Ellyr left !
( easy to get ride of him each time i want to, huh? :) )
Miss Parker and Jarod are now alone. And an awkward moment followed.
_Look, Parker. This …this is so strange! Eating with you! In a french restaurant….And yet, i don’t know what to do or say! Our relationship is so…complicated..i
_I,know Jarod. I feel the same. I remember we used to stroll in the Centre together but at this time, talk was easier…
_Yeah. Do you remember the day we met?
_Sure i do.
_What were you thinking at that time?
Miss Parker was a little taken aback. But she answered.
_ wow! That was a long time ago! I … i was curious. My daddy had told me that you were a genius. I was often alone… and i thought that you could be a friend. You?
_I thought you were the most beautiful thing i had ever seen. I was… always alone. I had never seen people of my age.. and then a girl!!! I was so excited when Sydny told me i would meet you. Their glare was reaching the depth of sweet remembrance
Talking about the past was the only way to find a connection in the present .
Do you remember this one.; when i asked you how it feels to be dead and you answered me: ask raines it is as he died a long time ago?
Miss Parker laughed. Oh yes! I was already spiritual!
Jarod stopped laughing and watch her.
_Who are you looking at Jarod?
_You. Who else!
_And what are you thinking?
_Well, trying to figure out when you and Broots are getting married . He teased.
_You! And she punch him under the table.
_Will you invite me? He continued
_I don’t know. Broots and I are so intimate…maybe it will be just family..
She played the game.
_Just imagine two sec you inviting Lyle and brigitte to your wedding with Broots
Miss Parker laughed at this one. Oh god! I wouldn’t miss that!:)
At that moment the “waiter” went by them.
_Maybe you, and your wife would love a dessert?
Jarod who was regaining from the laugh nodded simply.
_Hey Jarod?
_What?
_Did you hear what he said?
_Yes he asked if me and my wif… oops. Must have thought i was Broots!
_Stop that!! You can’t be serious to sec?
_Hum sure i can! Oh by the way! Wanna know why i was laughing last time when you get back form your errands?
_I would love to yes.
_Hum….I want to trade it against a frank answer from you.
_well depends on what the question is.
_If you had to save one of those two people .. who would you save. Lyle? Or Me?
_Do you have often those kind of questions??
_I know .. this is weird.. i shouldn’t have asked. It is a stupid question! I don’t even know why i… Jarod was remorsful. He can’t ask her to deny her own brother. And why does this mean so much for him? To know if she cares about him .
Parker was troubled but remembered Lisa’s words. “ Jarod his your friend and maybe even a little more: You can’t deny it”
Her face was reflecting caring . And she answered bluntly. ( after all : he have the right to know)
_Jarod Between a psychopath and a man who saved my life twice already… who do you think i’d choose?
_I….oh Parker i … got to excuse myself though! I had no right to ask you that. It ..it is too important . that’s could compromise…
_Jarod, she shushed. I’m tired of this sickness i live in. And i dunno if it is the wine or something but tonight i want to be myself. To say what i never had the right to think.
More their little talk became intimate more there were talking softly and more they were getting closer and closer and more their eyes was loosing themselves in their mutual depth.
_ I’m in front of Millena Parker Tonight then?
Miss Parker caught her breath .
_Yes yes , you are she murmured hardly audibly completly at loss
Jarod leaned his head a little nearer of hers. He could feel her breath on his lips. She was breathing faster and faster.
He leaned again a little and closed his eyes when he touched Parker’s lips.
Parker had closed her eyes already. And when she felt his touch, she nearly sank. It was so soft but yet so full of emotions.
Then he pressed his lips a little harder.But it didn’t last long. His head backed out a little and then he stared directly into Parker’s opening eyes.
Gosh it was short but she had never felt a kiss the way she had lived this one, so intense.
It felt like a first kiss, like she was an entire new person. She was feeling the real Parker taking control.
She looked right into his eyes too.
_And what Millena parker wants to say that she has no right to think else? He whispered gently
_kiss me again
Their eyes closed at the very same time and their lips touched again.
The outside world had ceased, they could only feels their lips. Nothing else. Their mind drifting…
The kiss deepened. And when they became aware again they both didn’t know how much time they’ve been kissing.
Jarod broke very gingerly apart, not wanting to spoil this “ instant de grâce”
He was breathing hard. Because he was drown into the moment. Realizing step by step what had occured.
She was breathing hard. Because her own heart was about to break up because of all the emotions that had rushed inside her.
And now there was facing each other, eyes locked .
Jarod ‘s lips made some attempt to say something, but he didn’t know what to say.
*What can i say??? We kissed, and now we must face the “aftermath”.. Ellyr is too busy with the young girl there to interrupt us.*
_What have we….done? he managed eventually.
Miss Parker was as helpless as him.
_Well. I, .. I don’t know.
_That doesn’t help me much Parker.
_actually, i may have an idea.. but …
_You can’t voice it… because you don’t even allow yourself to think it?
_hum…kinda yes…
_We said it was to be a night without Centre background thinking didn’t we. Just fun, normal life?
_I think so.
_Then..we…well .. i mean…
_You mean : we can kiss without feeling guilty for anything?
Parker was more courageous than himself.
_well, all in all yes.. that was what i meant.
_Then maybe you should go ahead now, because the woman in front of you is getting impatient, she flashed him with what she could do best when she wants to: a large broad smile.
* at Hell the Centre: I’m truly happy for once: i don’t see why i should spoil it!*
And they kissed again.
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_Hey?? What are you doing echoed Ellyr’s voice.
_Hum Parker and Jarod answered. ( god it is hard to break)
_Is that kissing?? Oh Jarod you did it!! You did it!! She wants to marry you? She’ll be my mom??
Jarod and Miss Parker had to broke it now because they were both laughing.
_Hey! Young boy!! Calm down ok!! You don’t want to play anymore in the game zone?
_Oh no!! There is a stupid girl there! So?
_So what?? They both asked
_ You two!! When are you going to be married?
_Well, truthfully Ellyr we didn’t talk about that matter.
_Oh ( sadness in his voice)
_My! It is already 10:30. Maybe we should get back now.
Keep Cool Parker
part 8
by M N
Lisa managed to leave before Ellyr’s arrival. She said that they needed their time without anyone interfering, that she’ll find an hotel and will wait here until Jarod plans her “ new life”.
Miss Parker was rather upset.
*a normal life please!* she wished
Miss Parker had decided to play it easy tonight : after all she’ll have her night to decide.
Jarod was sitting in the dining room. Reading a book.
_You don’t plan on moving away? Asked Parker kinda surprised.
_Na! I did not leave some lead for the Centre so.. i’m safe! You see: you wasn’t in the team! That wasn’t fun for me then!
Besides you wouldn’t have appreciated if your bro had managed to drag me back during this time out would you? Jarod answered giving her a knowing glance.
_How nice to think about my dignity but too bad you destroyed it already with all those gift you sent me or the trap you got me in!
_It was that awful this day with lyle in the container? He taunted her.
_Have you ever wonder how thousand of knife in the stomach must feel? Because i may help you to find out!
Despite her will, she cracked a smile.
_Well at least i have my answer: it was awful!
_How long have you been here?
_Well.. from your last « visit ».
_Are you doing a pretend here ?
_Hum…no. But it ‘s temporarily. I need to re-orient some things now that Ellyr is with me.
_You won’t do pretend anymore? No more strolling in the big america? She asked more and more confused.
_Well yes but not for some time. Ellyr is young. I need to stay enough time in the same city but once he’s big enough i’ll do that again. He’s clever: he’ll manage. And i’ll learn him stuff.
_oh. Why are you telling me this ?
_Hum. Because you asked ! Jarod was looking at her with a « are-you-dumb » glare.
_No i was thinking : i’m the huntress ! Since when do you tell me what your plans are ?
_From the beginning Parker ! Who do you think is nice enough to leave trails everywhere ?
_Ok, shut up Jarod ! Besides sometimes we were really near to catch you !
_Well it’s time to pick up Ellyr ! Could you pick him up ? He would be please to see you !
_Me ? I don’t even know where is school is !
_Just ask to people outside.. they’ll tell you.
Parker thought that it was a good occasion to be alone and did not argue any longer.
Ellyr’s school.
The bell rang.
Once Ellyr went off the school and saw Parker, he ran.
_Parker ! And he jumped into her arms.
Miss Parker was quite surprise of his eagerness but kiss him gently on the cheek.
_How come you’re here Parker, Ellyr asked delighted.
_Well It wasn’t exactly forecasted…But anyway : it is (as usual) too complicated !
_It is always complicated between you and Jarod ! !Ellyr said a little angry because of his never answered question when asking about Parker and Jarod relation .
_Hey ! How old are you young boy ?
_Soon 5.
_Then live your 5 years old life . You’ll have grown ups problems soon enough believe me ! She answered mild serious mild smiling.
They began to walk back to Jarod’s flat.
_Parker ? Tell me : if Jarod and you aren’t married, can i marry you when i’m older ?
It was so innocent !And so impromptu too that Parker stopped walking at once.
*wow ! ! I ‘d like to see Broots face if he knew a 5 years old boy proposed to me ! *
_I love you Ellyr. But nevertheless i think you’ll find a women ( not as much complicated that i am) and from around your age.
_Well you don’t want of me !
* Oops ! Thing are wrong here ! I need to light the atmosphere ! *
But Perhaps it is because i already love someone else.. But i’m not married already Ellyr ! You did not think about this one !
_Who ? Who do you love please ! ! Tell me ! ! ! ! !
* That i don’t even know myself ! *
_Hum… Broots. It is a guy from my work. Miss Parker spit out. * Oh my god ! ! ! If he knew ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !*
Now, that wasn’t interesting Ellyr anymore because he do not know Broots.
That wasn’t good : because it was not a subject Parker was feeling at ease with.
But already Ellyr was thinkinig about something else.
_My mother. DO you think she loves me ?
_Oh Ellyr ! I ‘m sure she is ! Every mum is proud of her child ! My mother… do you remember ? She’s dead too. But she’s dead because she tried to save me. To save me !
Tears were threathening to fall when Parker realized how her own mother had loved her.. and Jarod… and Angelo…. And faith.
Every decisions you mother made had everything to do with her little boy. I’m sure of that Ellyr . (Miss Parker thought back about the conversation she had had with Broots in the elevator.. he had told her that. And she was thankful after him)
Ellyr stopped walking and glared at Miss Parker.
_Yes maybe she loves me.. but i miss her so much ! An he began to cry.
Miss Parker couldn’t help but soothe him.
_Oh dear . I know, i know how it is hard . Please don’t cry.. please… Parker was pleading , all the emotions rushing back to her too.
She loves you. And here, there is Jarod. And I.
_But i never see you. Jarod is nice with me. But you , you’re more like my mother : you smell like her, you feel like her and you.. you look like her.
Parker was silently sobbing inside. * Things are so complicated*
_.. I…. I would love to… to see you more too Ellyr.. but ! THING S ARE SO COMPLICATED , Miss Parker heart yelled.
Well Ellyr, Come on.. dry your tears. Tonight i’m here. And so is Jarod then let’s have an happy time together… ok ?
Ellyr sniffed once or twice .. took Parker hand and walked back to his house.
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Jarod ‘s lair
Jarod was fouraging into some package when Parker and Ellyr entered. He straight up and welcome them.
_well, i plan on going out tonight. Any objections ?
_None here answered ellyr. And already he was pressing Miss Parker into his room.
_Hey wait Ellyr ! I’m not a toy ! You can’t bring me wherever you want whenever you want ok ? Besides i did not answered to Jarod.
_But please ! ! I have to show you something. He urged.
_Go play in your room Ellyr : she’ll come when she’s ready ok ?
And Ellyr retreated himself into his bedroom.
_So ? Are we eating out tonight ? asked Jarod.
_I’m not sure…
_Oh come on ! Let’s forget the Centre two minutes. Please just tonight. i dream often about a normal life. Maybe tonight we ‘ll got to see what a normal life is !
Miss Parker agreed.
_Well : i guess i’m gonna see what is so important. And she left for Ellyr’s bedroom.
The time passed .
6 :30 pm.
Jarod peeked at Ellyr’s room. It’s been an hour that he did not hear from the two.
Inside, Parker was being brushed by Ellyr.
Jarod couldn’t help but smile : this is so cute, he thought
_Hum… sorry to disturb but we’ll have to get ready for tonight.
_Hey Jarod : look : aren’t she beautiful this way ?
Parker turned around and blushed a little. Kinda ashame to be caught in a soft moment , and especially by Jarod.
Jarod stared at her deeply and answered.
_Yeah, she’s always beautiful. He murmured.
Parker did not feel at ease. This stare is dangerous. Parker broke it now ! Don’t dare to sink into his glare. Paaaaaaaarkeeeeeeerrrr.
And Parker broke it.
_Well Ellyr thanx for your help. Now let’s get all dressed up.
Jarod and Miss Parker left his room.
As a matter of fact, Miss Parker’s hair were kinda ….. messed up. And Miss Parker laughed when she saw her reflection into the miror.
_How have you done not to laught Jarod !
_It’s called survival instinct.
_Yeah ! You do have a good one ! Wondering because of who you have one… she teased back.
_Well, i think if Ellyr tells me he wants to be a coiffeur i’ll discourage it.
_I’ll help you to convince him if he don’t want to listen ! She smiled.
Jarod gave her a funny smile and said :
_Well once again you have no clothing to wear so either you’re gonna buy something with MY money or you chose something in MY clothes.
_Guess what ? I chose the american card option.
_Please not over 10 000 $ after i’m broken.
_Hum i promise i’ll be wise.
_Please be back soon !
_You know me she shouted when leaving the flat.
Oh god Jarod thought.
Well i have one hour to prepare myself.
_Dad, Ellyr called out.
_I’m here.
_Can i help you ? I can tell you when you look good or bad, he smiled to Jarod.
_Why? You want me to look handsome tonight?
_Of course! Besides you’re the one who told me to be always perfect when having a date.
_A date? And why i told you that! You’re too young! I shoud watch myself! Jarod Joked.
_What do you think about this one?
_Hum…. Try the white shirt. And change the tie.
_THAt’s much???
_Yes.
_Ok !
Author’s note: Dress yourself Jarod in your mind like you’d like to see him …:) And i said dress: not undress!
OK: so here we have our own sexy Jarod! :)
_You look wonderful. Miss Parker will love.
_What? Oh! Jarod made one of his faces… And what would that do, young boy?
_She’ll be pleased.
_And?
_Then you have your chance…( he’s so dense!)
_Chance for what?
_To ask her to marry you!!! Of course! She doesn’t want to marry me, I’m sure she’ll accept your proposal. And Ellyr left as he had said a normal thing.
Jarod, him was stuck for a few seconds! It is incredible how the mind of a child work! It is …just simple.. right to the aim!
_Ask her to marry her!!!lol ! I would love to see her face if i ask her that tonight!!!!!!!!!!!! And Jarod began to laught.
Ten minutes later he was still laughing.
And Miss Parker who had just went back look him with the “ have you just lost your mind or what” glare.
And when Jarod turned up his head to see her he laughed twice time louder.
_Hey !! You’re laughing about me??? Stop that!!! At once!
_I’m sorry …i can’t … jarod managed between two laugh.
Miss Parker took three steps by him, took him by the collar and bring his face to her face and asked him menacingly:
_Tell me what ‘s so funny or…
Jarod regained his composure intrigued by the closeness and said
_Or what ? You gonna kill me? And he broke again into laugher thinking back at the last time.. Where she had said the same thing and he answered those same exact words.– read part 2 i think!—
_Oh i got it!! Ellyr told you about him asking me to marry him! And i bet he even told you the man of my life was Broots!
Jarod’s eyes opened even wider.
_What???? And he laugh louder again
*Shit! He didn’t know about Broots!*
She finally shove him into the bed ( still laughing)
_You’re so infuriating!!! Parker said deseperated but kinda amused too. * you wanna play tonight? Then let’s play*
And Parker got to dress herself with the stuff she bought for the night
Author’s note : Once again.. imagine her like you would like to see her….
Ellyr entered in Jarod’s room.
_What are you doing on the bed?
_Well Miss Parker push me in! And guess what? She didn’t even notice how i was dressed.
_She must have been to busy to think about it….. you’ll see. And Ellyr left to Parker’s room.
_May i come in?
_Well hold on one sec please
Five minutes later.
Parker’s room.
_Hey! That’s cool ! You’re really pretty Parker!
Miss Parker flashed him a smile. Thanx Ellyr.
_I won’ t be the only one loving it!Well, Let’s go!
She did not have time to think about his last comment that she was dragged out of the room.
_Jarod!! We’re all ready!!! Can we go now?
_If your so eager just go to the car Ellyr!
_ok!
Ellyr left.
Jarod got out of his room and saw Parker waiting in the corridor .
_Oh god! You’re gorgeous!
Miss Parker was watching him quite strangely and Jarod realized.
_did i say that aloud???
_It is as real as me telling you you’re quite handsome in this outfit.
_oh oh, calm down Parker… i’m just a man after all! And you wouldn’t love to see me falling for you, would you? He blinked.
_You wish. And she gave him a push with her elbow.
_Let’s get downstairs. Ellyr must be waiting!
8:00 pm
In a french restaurant (sorry: i couldn’t help this one :) it is the french author talking!) :)
Miss Parker had ordered a pissaladière , Jarod a tartiflette and Ellyr a simple Pizza.
Ellyr talked very much, about his school and how his worst ennemy had bothered him and all. But after half one hour he had finished and was very hungry ( the plates weren’t ready yet).
Jarod didn’t know what to say to Miss Parker. They couldn’t ( and didn’t want to) talk about the Centre…And was quite glad Ellyr had inspiration… but now he had finished and silence was coming over.
_Hum, Parker? I’ve come to think that .. after all i don’t know much about what you love and all…
_Yeah , that’s right. What do you wants to know?
(the plates are now here)
_Hum…What kind of music do you love?
_Music? I love to listen to irish music, but i must say i don’t listen much music.. i have a quite busy work.
_Yeah ! I guess! A little of french wine?
_Sure!
_May i have some too?? Asked Ellyr shyly.
_Nooooooo Ellyr! Not you!
_That’s not fair!!
Ellyr had already finished a plate and was getting bored. Grown ups talking are boring! On the other hand the game zone there seemed interesting.
_Dad? May i go there? Ellyr pointed out the game zone.
_Oh sure! Just finish your plate.
_It’s already done!
_Then go!
And Ellyr left !
( easy to get ride of him each time i want to, huh? :) )
Miss Parker and Jarod are now alone. And an awkward moment followed.
_Look, Parker. This …this is so strange! Eating with you! In a french restaurant….And yet, i don’t know what to do or say! Our relationship is so…complicated..i
_I,know Jarod. I feel the same. I remember we used to stroll in the Centre together but at this time, talk was easier…
_Yeah. Do you remember the day we met?
_Sure i do.
_What were you thinking at that time?
Miss Parker was a little taken aback. But she answered.
_ wow! That was a long time ago! I … i was curious. My daddy had told me that you were a genius. I was often alone… and i thought that you could be a friend. You?
_I thought you were the most beautiful thing i had ever seen. I was… always alone. I had never seen people of my age.. and then a girl!!! I was so excited when Sydny told me i would meet you. Their glare was reaching the depth of sweet remembrance
Talking about the past was the only way to find a connection in the present .
Do you remember this one.; when i asked you how it feels to be dead and you answered me: ask raines it is as he died a long time ago?
Miss Parker laughed. Oh yes! I was already spiritual!
Jarod stopped laughing and watch her.
_Who are you looking at Jarod?
_You. Who else!
_And what are you thinking?
_Well, trying to figure out when you and Broots are getting married . He teased.
_You! And she punch him under the table.
_Will you invite me? He continued
_I don’t know. Broots and I are so intimate…maybe it will be just family..
She played the game.
_Just imagine two sec you inviting Lyle and brigitte to your wedding with Broots
Miss Parker laughed at this one. Oh god! I wouldn’t miss that!:)
At that moment the “waiter” went by them.
_Maybe you, and your wife would love a dessert?
Jarod who was regaining from the laugh nodded simply.
_Hey Jarod?
_What?
_Did you hear what he said?
_Yes he asked if me and my wif… oops. Must have thought i was Broots!
_Stop that!! You can’t be serious to sec?
_Hum sure i can! Oh by the way! Wanna know why i was laughing last time when you get back form your errands?
_I would love to yes.
_Hum….I want to trade it against a frank answer from you.
_well depends on what the question is.
_If you had to save one of those two people .. who would you save. Lyle? Or Me?
_Do you have often those kind of questions??
_I know .. this is weird.. i shouldn’t have asked. It is a stupid question! I don’t even know why i… Jarod was remorsful. He can’t ask her to deny her own brother. And why does this mean so much for him? To know if she cares about him .
Parker was troubled but remembered Lisa’s words. “ Jarod his your friend and maybe even a little more: You can’t deny it”
Her face was reflecting caring . And she answered bluntly. ( after all : he have the right to know)
_Jarod Between a psychopath and a man who saved my life twice already… who do you think i’d choose?
_I….oh Parker i … got to excuse myself though! I had no right to ask you that. It ..it is too important . that’s could compromise…
_Jarod, she shushed. I’m tired of this sickness i live in. And i dunno if it is the wine or something but tonight i want to be myself. To say what i never had the right to think.
More their little talk became intimate more there were talking softly and more they were getting closer and closer and more their eyes was loosing themselves in their mutual depth.
_ I’m in front of Millena Parker Tonight then?
Miss Parker caught her breath .
_Yes yes , you are she murmured hardly audibly completly at loss
Jarod leaned his head a little nearer of hers. He could feel her breath on his lips. She was breathing faster and faster.
He leaned again a little and closed his eyes when he touched Parker’s lips.
Parker had closed her eyes already. And when she felt his touch, she nearly sank. It was so soft but yet so full of emotions.
Then he pressed his lips a little harder.But it didn’t last long. His head backed out a little and then he stared directly into Parker’s opening eyes.
Gosh it was short but she had never felt a kiss the way she had lived this one, so intense.
It felt like a first kiss, like she was an entire new person. She was feeling the real Parker taking control.
She looked right into his eyes too.
_And what Millena parker wants to say that she has no right to think else? He whispered gently
_kiss me again
Their eyes closed at the very same time and their lips touched again.
The outside world had ceased, they could only feels their lips. Nothing else. Their mind drifting…
The kiss deepened. And when they became aware again they both didn’t know how much time they’ve been kissing.
Jarod broke very gingerly apart, not wanting to spoil this “ instant de grâce”
He was breathing hard. Because he was drown into the moment. Realizing step by step what had occured.
She was breathing hard. Because her own heart was about to break up because of all the emotions that had rushed inside her.
And now there was facing each other, eyes locked .
Jarod ‘s lips made some attempt to say something, but he didn’t know what to say.
*What can i say??? We kissed, and now we must face the “aftermath”.. Ellyr is too busy with the young girl there to interrupt us.*
_What have we….done? he managed eventually.
Miss Parker was as helpless as him.
_Well. I, .. I don’t know.
_That doesn’t help me much Parker.
_actually, i may have an idea.. but …
_You can’t voice it… because you don’t even allow yourself to think it?
_hum…kinda yes…
_We said it was to be a night without Centre background thinking didn’t we. Just fun, normal life?
_I think so.
_Then..we…well .. i mean…
_You mean : we can kiss without feeling guilty for anything?
Parker was more courageous than himself.
_well, all in all yes.. that was what i meant.
_Then maybe you should go ahead now, because the woman in front of you is getting impatient, she flashed him with what she could do best when she wants to: a large broad smile.
* at Hell the Centre: I’m truly happy for once: i don’t see why i should spoil it!*
And they kissed again.
*******************
_Hey?? What are you doing echoed Ellyr’s voice.
_Hum Parker and Jarod answered. ( god it is hard to break)
_Is that kissing?? Oh Jarod you did it!! You did it!! She wants to marry you? She’ll be my mom??
Jarod and Miss Parker had to broke it now because they were both laughing.
_Hey! Young boy!! Calm down ok!! You don’t want to play anymore in the game zone?
_Oh no!! There is a stupid girl there! So?
_So what?? They both asked
_ You two!! When are you going to be married?
_Well, truthfully Ellyr we didn’t talk about that matter.
_Oh ( sadness in his voice)
_My! It is already 10:30. Maybe we should get back now.
