Playboy's Girl [Christian Collins]

Chapter 9: Surprises # 2

Me and Mr. Campbell shared stories for awhile until Chris came in.

"Pops! What's for di- Ashley? what're you doing here?" He asked in curiosity.. I, on the other hand was also curious because he just called Mr. Campbell 'pops'.

I was about to answer but Mr. Campbell replied "We are just telling stories to one another Mr. ." then smiled

"You know you don't have to call me Mr. or anything.. You can always call me by my name..stop the formalities." He said.

"Okay then, it is." Mr. Campbell said

"Better. And you (points at me) come here." His index finger gestured me to come to him and I just followed but a hand stopped me and it was Mr. Campbell's."Uhm, do you mind if I talk to her for a sec?" he asked. "Sure, go ahead pops." Chris stood there and waited "Alone." Mr. Campbell said, Chris walked away.

"You know Janelle?" I just nodded "She's just like you when we also first met. I just hope that you won't turn out like her." I smiled at Mr. Campbell and said "I won't sir." and I left the kitchen

"What did you and pops talked about?" As soon as I stepped out of the kitchen, Chris asked me

"Just about you and Crawf. What's with you calling Mr. Campbell pops?" I asked

"That's what we call him because he's like our second father." He sat down in a rocking chair and started swaying.

"By we, you mean you and Crawf?" I asked and he nodded

"Okay.. it's getting dark, I should probably go now." I turned my back away from him

"Be sure to be here tomorrow. Remember it's my birthday." I said yes and went home already.

(The nexy day)

I was staring at my mirror for awhile now. I am wearing a dotted top, paired by a star-patterned tights, denim cut-offs and a blue converse. I was thinking that maybe I should change my clothes? Put on a make-up? Jewelries maybe?

"Just be simple sis.. It's not like you're attending a wedding or something.. You look best in the simplest way. Trust me." I was startled at my brother's voice for a minute there but then I smiled afterwards, thinking about what he said. "For the first time in your life, you said something sensible and right bro." I smiled at him and he just rolled his eyes on me like a 12 year old girl

I placed both of my hands on his shoulder "Thanks anyway" He smirked at me and placed his hands on my shoulder "For the first time in your life sis, you said something sensible." I shove his hands away from me and said "Shut up!" then he laughed

"I'll be back after dinner so don't do anything stupid." I said and went to the door

"Take care sis." I froze for a moment there because his voice was full of concern. Unusual of him. I faced him "I will." and gave him a sincere smile.

I rushed out because things were getting awkward inside, we're not the type of siblings you always see taking care of each other, we're the opposite so of course it's awkward.

When I arrived at the house, I saw a few people chatting here and there. I was relieved because they wore casual clothes like mine.

I entered the house and there was already music. The first person I know that I saw was Yana, who was holding a glass of Iced tea and was talking to maybe a friend of hers.

She saw me and excused herself then she walked towards me.

"You look amazing Ashley!" She complemented me with a smile

"You too." I said and also smiled

"'s upstairs." She noticed me looking for someone. "I'll wait him here." I said

"Then let's take a seat for awhile." She said and sat down so I followed her.

After five minutes, Chris came down and he recieved praises from the people. Some clapped while some howled. Like a celebrity.

He saw us and came closer to us with a wide smile. "Dang it! You never failed to make me like you Ashley. You look best in the simplest way." Hearing that, made me think of my brother.

"And you never failed to make me want to kill you." I said ignoring his complement.

"Aw, don't be so harsh on the birthday boy Ashley." Yana was the one who talked

"Fine, since it's your birthday, I'll be a nice girl." I said and faked a smile

"Happy Birthday " A familiar voice came from behind us.

The three of us lokked behind in unison. Then we saw Janelle.

"I've missed you! I know that the song you sang wasn't for me in the night of the party." She cupped Chris's face and pressed her body to his.

Chris didn't move a bit. He just stood there, frozen.

My blood was boiling and my hands were balled into a fist.

"Yana please do something." I whispered, trying to calm myself down but she also was just standing there, frozen

Janelle was seducting Chris at the moment so I did what I think I'm supposed to do

I came closer to Chris and placed my hand on his shoulder "Excuse me biatch but this guy is taken. He's my man you insolent fool. Now play with your toy, Ken and stop making Chris come back to you because he never will." I placed my hand on her shoulder and pushed her slowly away.

As for Chris, I pulled him away from Janelle who was still absorbing what I said to her.

"What happened to you?" I asked Chris as soon as we were away from Janelle. Specifically, outside

"You did great there! I think I was about to vomit infront of her." He said

"Yah Right" I rolled my eyes on him

The next thing that happened was unexpectable. He slid his hand behind my back to my waist and pulled me closer to him, then he leaned closer to my ear and whispered "The best gift you can give me today is just to act natural and stay beside me." I just nodded because I wasn't able to bring a gift for him.

We came back inside and went to where Yana was. And to our surprise she was having a cat fight with Janelle. Her hands on the hair of Janelle. The crowd was either cheering for Janelle or for Yana.

Chris stopped Yana from pullng Janelle's hair

"That's right , save me from the monster infront of me!" Janelle was fixing her almost bald head.

"YOU BROKE MY FRIEND'S HEART YOU ASSHOLE!!" Yana shouted and was struggling from Chris's hand

"Yana, calm down okay? Breathe" I said and she calmed down a bit

"You should probably get the hell out of here Janelle." Chris said

"Wha-? FINE!!" She stompped away from us and went out

"Are you alright?" I became concerned about Yana because she had scratches all over her arms and also at her left cheek.

"Chris, get a first aid kit." I said and he immediately went to get one.

I was aiding Yana's face and arms. "I was gonna kill that bitch Ashley!" She blurted out in anger

"I know you will." I smiled at her

"I am very sorry Yana.." Chris said

"You don't have to be sorry ." She smiled at her childhood friend

"What happened here? Seems like I was a little late?" An unfamiliar voice said

The three of us looked at the person in unison again. I didn't know who the guy was but judging by the reaction of Chris and Yana, they know him.

"S-Crawf?!" The two of them said in unison.

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So there you go. Chapter nine. It's short but please vote or comment. :)