Chapter 25

Mark’s POV

The light burned my eyes as I struggled to get up from the bed. I really should stay away from alcohol. It messes me up every damn time, but at the same time, it is the only means for me to get my mind off the many things bothering me. Checking my phone, Amber has dropped so many messages, the sight already makes my head spin.

Just like my dad said, I saw the red flag and still ignored it. I needed to fill up the space of being left alone. Maybe I should have learned to live with myself first. A singsong laughter filled the air as I got off the bed. Wondering what was going on, I looked out my window. Kate was in the pool with my father laughing at something he was saying while he sat on the edge throwing water at her. Isn’t it too early to be out in the pool?

I sucked my teeth at the sight. I don’t know what I feel towards her, but I am never relaxed to see her. Something about her just pulls me off.

“Maybe you are concerned that she is closer to your father than you will