torn

sienna reeves; i don't want this pain in my heart anymore, i want it to go away.

[fktheo-blog]

"I do, actually. Granted, it’s not much, but I still do more than just school,” Theo glared playfully at the girl before laughing. “You realise you just described yourself with that whole complain bit, right? Because that certainly ain’t me.” He looked down at the pen in his hand and fiddled with it, nodding at her next statement, “Yeah, I do, too.” Although, the reasons for him wanting it to work out weren’t as clear anymore. He wasn’t sure how, but in his gut, he could tell things were going to change. Whether they be for the better, or worse, he wasn’t sure, and if he were honest with himself, he was a little worried. But, looking up to see the girl in front of him, helped put his mind at ease. Who knows, if the pair actually do become friends down the line, maybe when their parents break up, they can still be friends? Well, here’s to hoping. “Yeah, I’m thinking I will, but don’t let it get to your head, punk,” he replied lightheartedly. In the short silence, he took some time to study the girl, her body language, her facial expressions and features, but was interrupted by her words. He couldn’t help the smile that crept onto his face. “Nice to know the feelings might be mutual.”

"Yeah, I know you aren’t, but still. Nobody deserves to lose someone, especially a parent, and especially someone like you." Before he had time to think over what he had just said, he quickly continued, "I know that feeling, though," Theo spoke honestly, "That’s why when you look inside my drawers, you’ll find a lot of different journals. I’ve never really had anyone to talk to about anything. And, as my story may not be as tragic as yours, I think everyone deserves to have someone who understands." The male tossed his pen on his desk, then headed closer to the girl, taking a seat on the corner of the bed. He smiled sincerely, "Yeah. Our spot. Mine and yours. I mean, that’s what it is right?”

[siennareeves]

"I gotta see it to believe it, buddy." Sienna smiled, obviously having a bit too much fun teasing the boy. "Hey, I don't-- okay, maybe I do, but you cannot lie and say you don't complain." This was getting all too sentimental for the girl to handle. First, they were agreeing on things. Second, they were planning things together. Third, they were having an ordinary conversation, in a room together. What was normal about that? When it came to Sienna, things were never normal, and things usually never stayed the same afterwards. But maybe, just maybe, things changing, espeically between the two of them wouldn't be a bad thing, unlike all the other things that changed in her life. Maybe this was going to, finally, turn out for the better. "Too late. You've just upped my ego by like, a thousand. I'll forever hold this against you now." In that moment, Sienna decided she was going to let it be what it was going to destine to be, and she wasn't going to change anything in the course... Maybe. "Hey, I'm not going to give you false hope. You never know, I might wake up tomorrow and decide you're on the top of my hit list." The blonde shrugged, "But, to lighten things, I don't think that'll be the case."

Sienna stood there, smiling a little at the words he said, trying to connect his words with a meaning other than the obvious one. She instantly thought about asking him to look at these journals, maybe getting a better understanding of the boy, but decided to save it for a rainy day. "You're a good guy, Theo." She spoke, taking a seat next to the boy. "And I'm sorry that you got cursed with this big mess, that others seem to call life. And I'm sorry that you somehow got twisted into my life, and into the mess that came along with it, and if everything works out, I really hope you end up happier than ever, because you deserve that." With that, the girl smiled, hoping she had said enough. "I like that," She responded as he agreed to calling it their spot. "Our spot."

[fktheo-blog]

The older male’s face, playfully, grew stale at her comment. “Excuse me, missy. I’ll have you know I can be very fun. Thank you very much,” Theo stuck out his tongue at Sienna after speaking his last word. With their parents witnessing the rare sight, he was relaxed. More so than he believed he would be. Lying was something he didn’t do, especially to his mother, but this so-called ‘lie’ seemed to come easy to him. Why? He wasn’t sure. Maybe it was because everything felt…real? Like the pair really were friends, just hanging out in his bedroom getting to know one another. He didn’t know, and honestly, he didn’t care. Lying to his mother was a small price to pay, he had already talked himself into believing that. He laughed and nodded at Sienna’s claim, “That was amazing. And I only see it getting better, honestly.” His laughter subsided, and he nodded in agreement once more. “Yeah, it seems that way.” He paused for a few moments, then added something he would have never believed himself to say until that day. “If things do go according to plan, I think I might actually miss being your pretend friend. Granted, it’ll only be a wee bit, but still more than I ever expected.” He smiled, somewhat awkwardly, then put his nose back into his books.

In silence, minus the noise coming from the television on his dresser, Theo worked on his homework — typing the final paragraph in a research paper that wasn’t due for another week. The soft voice illuminating from his new friend brought him out of the bubble he usually found himself in whilst working on homework. The male turned his chair to face the blonde, listening intently as she began to explain what his old room used to be. He felt a small tug in his chest as she found the carving, the one he never knew to be there. He offered the girl a soft smile, “I’m sorry.” His voice was soft. “I never meant to intrude in a space that, obviously, meant a lot to you. Had I known this was her space, I would’ve asked for another room or something.” He knew all of this must be hard for her, and he felt the need to head over to the girl to comfort her, or try to, but he fought the urge. “I know I didn’t know your mother, and I know that you might not want to really talk about her or anything, especially with me, but if you ever do want to talk, or just hang out to get your mind off of things, you can always come knock on my door. Or call, if I’m not home. We could go to our spot — you could also go there by yourself, if you want — or we could head out for some ice cream, or just go for a simple walk, if you feel like you need to get out of the house.”

[siennareeves]

"Right. Do you do anything besides homework? Oh, and find every little thing to complain about." Sienna retorted, smirking as she saw his pink tongue escape his lips with his last words. Sienna had surely done enough lying for a lifetime, especially with this currently 'rebellious' phase her dad called it. Lying was like a second language for her, allowing her places her old personality wouldn't of even dreamed of. But this, this lie, this act that they were putting up, it didn't feel anything like that. It wasn't something that was going to get her into trouble, or leave her in a dead end road, but this lie felt natural, like it could almost be real. But how could it almost be real when not an hour ago, these two were likely to rip each other's throats out when placed in the position they're in now? Why was a simple talk so efficient to allow them to make this act so believable? Maybe she didn't want to know the answer, because this lie was also giving her a bit of happiness, and that suddenly wasn't scaring her anymore. "I'm hoping it works out then." Sienna admitted, looking straight at the male in front of her as he began to open up, actually admitting something she never thought she'd hear. How much weirder could this day get? "You're actually going to miss it? I'm sorry, can I get that on record, show it to you every time you threaten to chuck all of my necessities?" She joked, with a big, fake surprised expression on her face. After that time had passed, she took a breath and smiled. "All jokes aside... I might miss it too."

"Don't be sorry. I'm not looking for sympathy, just looking to tell my story, I guess. Because it's oh so wonderful." Sienna put on a laugh to finish that sentence. "No, no. This is your room, Theo. It was just a big empty space anyway, it didn't mean much to me after everything, better in use than just staying in darkness. Besides, now you get a little bit of history in this room of yours." He was caring, that was for sure. Even though he wasn't standing close to her, or hugging her, or anything that people tried to do when Sienna even thought about opening up, Theo was still just nurturing enough for what the blonde needed, she just needed someone to be there. And Theo was doing that all too well... But how was he getting inside of her so quickly? Sienna tucked the fallen hair behind her ears as she looked back up at the boy, only now really concentrating on his words. She gave him an almost puzzled look. "Our spot? You're calling it... Our spot?"

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[fktheo-blog]

Theo was taken aback by the girl’s claims. “Oh, wow,” he stated, “Looks like you’ll just have to make a giant list of things you won’t eat. And probably tell me why you don’t eat them, because if it’s just a taste thing, I can easily pull a Hannibal.” As the last part of his statement left his mouth, he instantly closed his eyes and shook his head; mentally face-palming himself. “You know, minus the whole cannibal thing. I just meant how he can cover up taste by using certain flavors and things as such. Yeah, okay, I’m shutting up now. Anyway…” His voice trailed off as the pair, sadly, finished making their way off the roof. Sure, the time they had spent together wasn’t long, but true colors were just beginning to show. Whether or not the male would admit something like that aloud was another story, but he was actually enjoying the conversation being shared between the two. It was obvious neither of them really disliked the other for any other reason besides the unwanted merge of their families, which, surprisingly, made TJ quite glad. His only worry now was truly allowing himself to get close to Sienna — something he couldn’t afford. So, he made a personal vow to not allow that to happen. Unfortunately, the male had yet to understand that there are some things you really can’t stop from happening.

Now in his room, Theo had snapped back to reality, laughing at the blonde’s comment. “Fortunately for you — sadly for me — nothing but homework, studying and tv watching happens in this room. Oh, and playing of the video games. That’s it. So, you’re safe.” The boy playfully rolled his eyes, then turned his attention back to the computer until the parents’ had entered his bedroom. He had to fight back the laugh that threatened to escape when he saw the look on their faces. Apparently, they were too confused, or just didn’t want to interrupt something they thought was a good thing, as they simply told the two that their day was good and they’d call them when it was time for dinner. And, as quick as they had come, the parents had left. He was quiet until he no longer heard footsteps, then he finally allowed himself to laugh. “Let’s be real, their faces were priceless. If only I had a camera, oh man.” After his laughing had ceased, he cleared his throat, “Looks like phase one of this plan won’t be as hard as I thought it might be. Hm.” TJ nodded and smiled at the female on his bed, then turned to his laptop, finally cracking open a book and starting on the homework he wasn’t actually lying about having.

[siennareeves]

"Another thing I have learnt about you, Theo, you are the most boring twenty two year old I have ever met, I feel sorry for you." Sienna giggled at her own comment, giving a smirk over in Theo's direction, then focusing back on the television a few feet away from her. It was hard for the blonde when their parents walked in, seeing their faces made her cheeks flush red as she held in a laugh, their faces a one in a million sight. Of course, it wasn't just their parents that was surprised at the outcome they were currently witnessing, Sienna was quite surprised herself. They were pulling it off, their plan, and to a certain degree, it felt real, it felt like it could be real, like it could be normal. The second the door was closed, the girl sighed, exhaling even though she didn't realize she wasn't holding her breath. She followed Theo's suit and let out a laugh, picturing their faces in her mind, replaying the scene all over again. "Did you see them do the doublt take when they walked in? It was like they saw a million dollars laying in the middle of the room." Sienna sat up from the 'relaxed' position she was in to make it seem she'd been there for a while, and hugged the pillow she brought to her breath. "I guess this is going to be easier than expected." She really hoped it was going to be.

Dangling her legs off of the side of his bed, she hopped off, slowly walking around the new room. Sienna had never been in Theo's room, other than when it was just an empty space waiting to be filled after her mother died, and before that, it was her mother's escape. This room, as Sienna remembered, was covered with paintings her mother had completed, drawers filled with paints of all sorts, blank canvases and papers scattered across the floor, even a few of her drawings she had done as a kid. "This room is so different now." She spoke as she looked at the things in his room, photo frames, trophies, typical things for a boy. Even though he was actually doing homework, she continued talking, despite whether he was listening or not. "This, uh, this used to be my mom's painting room. I can remember, there were drawers over there, and an easel over here." She was smiling from all the memories kept in this room, happy thoughts flooding through her mind, she hadn't been in this room since her mother died, afraid to remember what she tried to forget. "I even carved something for my mom in this corner." She moved to the left hand corner of the room, kneeling down to the floor as she ran her hand against the skirting board, where I LOVE YOU, -SR was carved into the wood. It was noticeable around any other part of the room, only her and her mother knew it was there.

[fktheo-blog]

"Yeah, you need to not," replied Theo as he shook his head, a small chuckle leaving his lips. The boy sat up, keeping his eyes locked on the girl beside him, and raised a teasing eyebrow, "I don’t think it’d be that hard to prove it to you. What’s your favorite dish? And if that’s too easy, then just tell me your favorite type of food. I’m sure I could come up with something.” He flashed a quick smile, then looked onward as a familiar car pulled into the driveway. “Looks like the parentals are home,” he said, twirling his right index finger sarcastically. “Maybe we should go back inside? See how long it takes them to realise that the house is actually…well, y’know, quiet.” He laughed, then stood up, extending his dominate hand to Sienna to help her up. “I figure it’d be good for them to see us relaxing and hanging together, get the ball rolling on this “grand scheme” of ours, y’know?”

When the two were on their feet, the older male led the way to the edge, then into the window of his room. Theo helped the other into the house, and ushered toward his, perfectly made, bed. “You can make yourself comfortable. And, no need to worry, I promise nothing has been done on that bed. Isn’t that a worry girl’s have about a dude’s bed? I don’t know, let me stop…” His voice trailed off as his butt found the computer chair at his desk. “Also, the remote for the tube is on that nightstand over there, watch whatever you want,” he spoke in a hushed voice as the sound of footsteps making their way up the stairs began to ring through the second floor, “I’ve got some “homework” I need to do, anyway.” Quickly, he winked, before turning to his, now opened, Macbook. Before too much time could pass, his door was opening, revealing the faces of his mother, and Sienna’s father. He turned, and smiled, “Hey there, momma. Momma’s husband. How’s it hangin’?” As the last words left his mouth, he turned his attention to the blonde, still offering the same smile.

[siennareeves]

"I'm very picky with my food, there are more things I don't eat than I do. I usually just stick to my Mac 'n' Cheese, because I know that's one thing that won't kill me. So, if you can make up something that I'd actually eat and not spit out immediately, then you might actually be alright." Sienna responded with a smile. Her eyes followed his as he turned to see their parents pull into the driveway. She gave a sigh after he spoke. Partly due to the fact that this small moment, if you could even classify it as a moment, was coming to an end, that after walking through that door, things would go back to normal, and everything after this would just be an act for the sake of getting away from each other. It was also due to the fact that this plan was now officially under action. That the two of them had to pretend to like each other, they had to be 'buddies', and she didn't know how it was going to turn out. But nonetheless, she agreed. Allowing him to give her a hand, she grabbed onto it and pulled herself up on her feet, following the boy back to the window.

Returning back to his room, and she followed as he ushered her to his bed, turning her head as he spoke. "Ew, Theo, I didn't want nor need to hear if and about anything that happens within this room. Some things can stay personal." Sienna commented as she sat down on his bed, feeling like she was on unknown territory. The blonde tried to make herself comfortable, to make it seem as though she had been here for a while. She leaned over and grabbed the remote, which was exactly where he said it was, and turned on the TV, skimming through the channels as she rolled her eyes to Theo's commented. Just in time, she settled on one of the movie channels, turning to see her father and Theo's mom open the door, with quite a confused look coming from the both of them. "How was... Wherever you were?" She questioned after she returned a small smile to Theo. "We were just hanging out, I was bored, so I thought I'd chill with TJ."

[fktheo-blog]

"I like how you said ‘come home’, like this is my home, too. It’s actually kinda cute," teased the male. His face became more serious as they went back to the subject of his mother. "Listen, you don’t have to do that. Honestly, I think my mom understands why you react to her the way you do. I think she understands why we both do, which is why she lets us get away with it." Theo shrugged lightly, "Either way, though, you don’t have to start treating my mother like a part of your family. I mean, you will if our plan is going to work, but you won’t have to do it seriously." Now with his back against the roof, he watched as the other covered herself up and smiled before looking back to the sky. He listened intently as she spoke, an involuntary smile swept across his face as he witnessed her drift away into the love she had for art. It was cute, and rather sweet, and when he thought about it…she did seem like the artsy type. However, now he was curious about seeing her work. "That’s actually rather endearing. I really don’t know much about your mom, but from what I’ve heard, she seems like she was an amazing woman. And even though you might not really want to hear it, I’m sorry for your loss." The brunette looked over to the girl, his face sympathetic. For a few moments, he watched Sienna, studying her features, then began to answer her inquiry.

"As for me, though, there’s really nothing special. I’m from here, too, but for school I’ve been to a few different towns. I’ve never left the state, though. My father really wasn’t the best guy, and he was very self-destructive. From what my mom has told me, a little after I was born he decided to try and poison us with his toxic lifestyle. That’s when my mom decided to leave, because she thought I deserved better. I’ve found some letters and things and I think my mom was right to do what she did, because if she had stayed, I don’t think any of us would be alive right now." His eyes trailed back to the sky, unwilling to look the younger girl in the face as he continued. "For years I’ve told myself that he’s dead. I don’t know if I’ve said that because I want it to be true, because I believe it to be true, or because the thought of him being unwilling to give that shit up for his family is too painful…maybe it’s a mixture of both, I don’t know. Anyway, enough about that. I’m currently a major in criminology, with a minor in psychology. As for things I like…I enjoy writing and being in the kitchen. They’re really the only two things I’m good at, if I’m honest. It’s actually kinda embarrassing."

[siennareeves]

The only thing Sienna could do to his response was blush, she tried to stutter out a response but failed, and looked away instead. She pushed her hair behind her ear as she looked up at him again, when he continued the conversation. "I'll do it, either way. She needs the benefit of the doubt." Sienna sat there, and for the first time in a while, she felt like her old self, the girl she used to be before everything was swept away. She didn't know this side of her still existed, behind her witty comebacks and bewildered attitude, she didn't think it was possible for her to keep up a conversation that didn't evolve any cursing or insults. And yet, here she was, sitting next to the boy she thought she hated with a passion, but here, things were taking a turn of a events. Sienna gave a weak smile as he apoligzed, she looked up at his brown eyes. "It's fine, really. She's in a better place now."

The girl continued to look at the boy as he spoke, about his life, about his past, about what could have been. It was a sudden realization that she wasn't the only with this shitty lifestyle that she wanted to escape. Sienna knew he was avoiding her eye contact, but she kept her eyes placed on him. "You're a strong guy, Theo. The fact that you've grown up with that, and you're still alright...ish." She smirk, as she tried to lighten the topic, "I respect that." Sienna nodded, and then decided it was enough for depressing conversations, she changed as he did. "I don't know if I can believe you being good in the kitchen. You're gonna have to prove that to me."

[fktheo-blog]

"It’s nice to meet you, I’m Theo. You can call me TJ, if you’d like. That’s usually what my friends call me," The male’s voice was soft as he spoke and reached his hand to meet her’s, giving it a gentle shake. "I’d like to clear up some things, though." Theo released his grip around her hand, allowing it to linger just a few, then looked out to the street before he continued, "One, I didn’t really use this place to get away from you, exactly. It was more so that after having a long day at school, the last thing I wanted to do is argue with you. And two, even if I were on their side, I’d never allow my mother to let your dad use her to replace your mom, that shit just ain’t right.” He dropped his eyes to his lap, and began to play with a loose string on his pants, “And even if you think she’s got shit intentions, I can promise you that she doesn’t. She’s actually a really good person…even though I wanna go through with what we’re planning to do.” After letting out a slow sigh, he flashed a reassuring smile to the blonde beside him. “Don’t worry, I’m not the type to start something and then give up. I never have been,” Theo laid himself back against one of the pillows, “Anyway, tell me about yourself?”

[siennareeves]

Friends. Thinking about the two as this was a little shock towards Sienna, upon seeing him for the first time, she would've sworn she to never connect that term with his name. But now, it was starting to look different. It wasn't a lie she thought it was weird, calling him anything other than jerk, but TJ sounded much better in her mind. She accepted the gentle shake, and got a little tingle where his fingers lingered after the shake. She couldn't believe even the slightest thought crossed her mind, she liked the feeling of his touch. That's crazy, and it definitely shouldn't be something she felt. "That's good to know, TJ, here I was thinking you came home just to argue with me." She smiled up at him as he agreed with her, saying it wasn't right to replace her mother, she liked hearing that, because it seemed like everyone was siding against, now, maybe not. "I know, I shouldn't be so cold to your mom, she seems like a nice woman, I should give her a chance." As he made himself comfortable, so did she, pulling a blanket up to cover her body from the small breeze. "Where do I start?" She pondered, biting her lip, an old habit she did as she thought. "Well... I've lived here all my life, I've never been out of town, let alone the country, so I don't really anything else outside here. Um, I like drawing, and painting, and basically anything else to do with art... It makes me calm. Which is probably why I lock myself in my room for hours after arguing with you, painting has become my sanctuary ever since my mom died. She was an amazing artist herself, I learnt everything from her." Even whilst talking, she looked around her surrounding, just thinking about the things she could paint. "I remember when I was little, my mother and I would spend a full day painting anything we could think of. She'd show me different techniques, different ways to make a plain white canvas look absolutely... beautiful." She started to lose herself, letting her mind wander even at the thought of art, and her mother. She gave a soft sigh, and looked back at Theo, taking herself back to reality. "What about you?"

[fktheo-blog]

Theo traced his bottom lip as he thought of a response to her question, did she have a point? If he were honest, the two didn’t even know each other, and as far as he knew, the only reason one detested the other wasn’t because of something they actually did, but their parental. “Do you not like me? I mean, really. I don’t think you can truthfully answer that question, just like I couldn’t if you were to ask me. Because I don’t know you, and you don’t know me,” he shrugged his shoulders as he spoke. “Until we put this whole situation out of our heads,” the boy continued, “And try just talking to one another, we don’t know if we can pull it off. That’s another reason why I brought you up here.” The male turned towards the street, and took in the view. “You’re right, it is amazing up here. And the parents are in the dark about it, so I thought it’d be a good place to try and see if we could pull of the whole ‘friend’ part of our plan. Y’know, without our parents getting suspicious.”

As the last word fell from Theo’s lips, he turned his attention back to the blonde standing beside him. His eyes sheepishly trailed the features of her face. Whoa, wait a second, he thought. She’s actually…pretty? His eyebrows furrowed as he shook his head and closed his eyes. That can’t be. As a way to pull himself out of his head, he turned towards his pile of blankets and took a seat, using his hand to lightly pat the place next to him. “Are you with me, or what?”

[siennareeves]

Sienna stood in silence, rephrasing his question in her mind. He was right, she couldn't exactly say she hated Theo, he barely knew the boy, and she never really went out of her way to try and learn more about him. From day one she was set to despise him, she never gave him a chance. Maybe she was in the wrong for that, because right now, she was looking at the boy, and she could see herself liking him, actually getting along with him. For all she knew, they could have a world full of similarities that she didn't know about; they already had one. "You gave up your one place in this whole house that you could get away from our parents... And me, just so we could get to know each other?" Sienna raised her eyebrows and crossed her arms, "You must be pretty committed to this plan then." She didn't know how to feel about developing a potential friendship with Theo, considering she had basically made a vow to herself to dislike him until his death. "The only reason I don't like you, or should I say, didn't like you, was because you're the son of the woman my father is trying to replace my mom with, in my mind you were on their side. I guess it's my apologizes for giving you a bad first judgement, I didn't want to let you in."

Her eyes caught his as he turned and looked at her, and it was like all of a sudden this weird, tingling feeling rushed through her body. She grew shy at his stare, she could feel her cheeks turn a pale crimson color, her eyes directed down as a way to distract herself. Why did she get that feeling when he looked at her? It felt strange... In all the best ways possible. That was weird, too weird for Sienna to move on, so she sook her head and looked around at her surrondings, before setting her eyes back on Theo as he patted the spot next to him. She obliged by his signal and push her hair behind her ears, moving to take a seat next to time. Sienna gave herself a few seconds after sat down, then looked back up at the boy next to her, only a few inches away. "Yeah, I'm with you... But in order for all this to work, we need a clean start." The girl said, and with a scrunch of her nose, she moved her hand out in front of her body, ready for him to shake. "I'm Sienna." She spoke with a cheeky grin on her face.

[fktheo-blog]

The boy simply nodded in response. Sure, they were an unlikely duo, but when it came down to it, the two wanted out of each other’s lives. And they wanted their old life back. Theo watched as the blonde lost the defense of her door, and just before he could answer her question, he heard a noise. The last thing they needed was to have their plans foiled before they could even act them out, so he grabbed her hand and ushered for her to be quiet as he led her to the window in his room. “I think it’s best if we finish this conversation elsewhere. Like on the roof. The parents have yet to find out that it’s where I go when I wanna just get out, so I think it’s our best bet,” he spoke in a hushed tone, then tossed his head gently in the direction of the open window, “Follow me.” He worked himself out of the confines that were his room, and used the trellis to scale the wall up to the roof. Once on top, he turned himself around and offered his hand; pulling her up once he had hold.

Carefully, he led Sienna to his usual spot, which had a few blankets and pillows laid out. “I come here often, if you couldn’t tell. Anyway, I was thinking that we should act as though we’re finally starting to get along and once the parents realise that, we can begin to talk to our parents. Ask about the relationship, and eventually, they might open up about certain things that they don’t like, or might see as a flaw, in the marriage. And if they do, we have to try and keep them talking. Try to find out as much as we can.” Theo stopped and looked out to the road, watching the few cars that passed by as he thought things out. “In doing all of that, I think we should be able to plant a few seeds of doubt and start to make them rethink things. And, once we find out the weaknesses of the relationship, we can start to exploit them, y’know, putting them in certain situations that should help bring their problems out. And then, I think the rest should just sort of fall into place. Sound good?”

[siennareeves]

He started acted weird, and Sienna was getting confused, but every time she tried to question what he was doing, he would just shush her, until they were both in his room and he finally let go of her. Before she could actually begin to question him, he answered all of her questions, and she had nothing else to say, because again, she was confused. The roof? How the hell did he have access to the roof? And more importantly, why was his going up there? Sienna just nodded suspiciously and followed suit, standing as she watched Theo twist and climb out of his window, pushing himself up onto the roof. It was crazy, what they were doing, what kind of person actually went up on their roof voluntarily? It was strange. But, she wasn't complaining, she just copied what Theo had done. When he reached down and held out his hand Sienna was reluctant, but then she remembered, this alliance wasn't going to work unless she was fully into it, so she accepted and helped herself up with the strength of his arm.

To saw this girl was in awe when she placed two foot on the solid ground was an understatement. The view that came from the top of their house was astonishing. You could see for miles, all the cars passing by, and the sky was as clear as ever. She couldn't believe her eyes, and as she turned around, doing a full 360 to capture all of her surroundings, a wide smile grew on her face. "This is where you spend most of your time? This is insane. As if I've been living in the same house for all of my life and never thought about this. How'd you figure this out? God, it's amazing..." She could already feel herself entering her own little world up here, she was at total peace. That's when she shook her head, wiped the smile off of her face, went back into reality. Her feet pivoted into the direction of Theo, standing across from her. "So... You're saying we're going to have to get along in order for this to work? What makes you think we can actually stand saying a few nice words to each other, let alone pull off having an actual friendship?" Sienna was questioning, only because maybe she was started to believe this had some mean of working, she was started to believe maybe, just maybe, they were on the same team.

[fktheo-blog]

The male pinched the bridge of his nose for a few moments, trying to gather his thoughts, and with one last deep exhale, he spoke. “Look, it’s obvious we both hate this idea, but I don’t think us taking it out on each other is going to accomplish anything,” Theo’s voice was soft, a mischievous look growing in his eyes as each word fell from his lips. “I mean, in all honesty, it’s not you I have the problem with,” he stated truthfully. Now, he found himself standing almost nose to nose with the blonde. “I think,” the corners of his lips began to curl, “We could do much more damage if we were to work together. Of course, I don’t want my mom hurt, so I’d like to keep her out of the crossfire. And I’m not entirely sure how you feel about your father — it’s rare for you to show any other emotion except anger — but two heads are usually better than one. Or so I’m told.” He couldn’t really believe the words that were coming out of his mouth, the two of them working together? He just couldn’t see it, and he wasn’t sure whether he even wanted her to agree to this. What if they do end up working together, but find out they really do despise each other? If that were the case, he didn’t believe they’d ever accomplish what, he thought, the two wanted. He shook his head quickly, bringing himself back to the moment, and pushed his doubts to the back of his head. “So, what d’ya say?”

[siennareeves]

Sienna raised her eyebrows, she was expected Theo to add to the fight that had just subsided. Here she was thinking he absolutely despised her, but in reality, they were standing on the same page with their family uniting -- they didn't want it to happen. He ended with the proposal of the two working together to find away out of each other's life, and overall, out of each other's families. The girl stepped out of her room completely, instead of hiding behind a doorway, and looked up at Theo. This is the closest they'd ever stood together without clawing down each other's throats, verbally at least. "So you're saying, if we work together, we could find a way to split up our parents?" Sienna couldn't see it herself, the two of them teaming up. They never agreed with each other, they were always on separate pages, and worst of all, Theo was always one to get on the last nerve of Sienna's, it would never work. But, if it did, she wouldn't ever have to put up with him again, and she wouldn't be scared of replacing her mom. The pros won her thoughts, she didn't exactly have anything to lose. "What's the plan?" Sienna asked in agreement to his question, folding her arms over her chest.

[fktheo-blog]

Instead of retaliating, Theo simply rolled his eyes and walked away; letting out a groan as he slammed his door. As the frustrated boy made his way to his desk, he mumbled, cursing this new family he didn’t want to be apart of, but had no choice. He plopped down into his computer chair and reached into his drawer where he pulled out a picture. “Dad,” he whispered as his index finger gently stroked the aged photograph of his mother and father with him at the hospital, “Why the fuck did you do what you did?” He stared at the photo silently for, what felt like an, eternity, then slammed it down on his desk. He hated this place, and this new family, but he’s always wanted his mother happy. And from the looks of things, Sienna’s father was what made her happy. Sure, he’d probably go back to tormenting his new “sister”, but for his mother’s sake, he needed to try and mend things over. If only for a little. With a deep breath, he stood up and exited his room; calling for Sienna. “Yo, Si. Where the fuck are ya?”

[siennareeves]

That was just one of the countless fights Sienna and Theo had shared between the two of them, from day one there was nothing but bickering between them, it was concerning how the parents could put up with it. The argument ended with a door slam from both of them. Sienna was highly frustrated with Theo, and it just wasn't her day, everything was off. She didn't even want Theo and his mom here, she didn't want anyone replacing her mom, and  she hated her dad for trying to do exactly so. On top of everything, she disliked Theo so much, it made everything worse. How could her father find so much happiness in someone else other than her mother? That wasn't how it was suppose to go, that's what made her so pissed, how her mother was just forgotten. From behind the closed door, Sienna heard her "brother" speak, calling her now. She let out a loud sigh and opened the door, poking her head out. "What?" She spoke harshly, not in the mood to talk to anyone, let alone him.

[fktheo-blog]

You’re lucky my mom loves your piss headed dad as much as she does, otherwise I’d burn this hell hole to the ground. And everything in it. Anyway, this argument isn’t even worth it. I’ve got studying to do, so if you won’t pick up your crap, then go be annoying else where.

[siennareeves]

No one asked you to be here, I would've liked your mom so much more if she hadn't of brought your good-for-nothing brains with her. You better watch your mouth unless you want my thoughts of suffocating you with a pillow to become actions. Again, it's my house, you can go piss off and studying somewhere else, I'm not going anywhere.

[fktheo-blog]

It ain’t just your bathroom now, is it, sweets? No. So, either you clean your shit yourself, or I throw it out the fucking window. And if I have to do that, I might as well just start chuckin’ all your other shit, too, right? Seems logical enough to me.

[siennareeves]

If you think you can just prance into my house and expect to rule the place, you've got it all wrong, buddy. Don't expect me to change now since your sweet little ass joined the family. My way or the high way.

[fktheo-blog]

Listen, Sis. If you don’t have all of your “girl” shit picked up - so I can stop having to look at it every time I go into the damn bathroom - by the time I get home from class today, I’m going to ring your pretty little neck.

[siennareeves]

Firstly, don't call me sis, that's gross. Secondly, this was my bathroom first, so I have the right to put my shit wherever the fuck I want to put it. Touch me and you're dead.

[robertsemma]

[brookedaviz]

[henryowinter]