The Best Mistakes - Episode 9
by Scarlett Lexington
Skye holds her breath as she waits for a response.
It comes seconds later.
Really? Of course I’ll meet you.
Good.
Skye, I’m sorry if I caused you any problems.
You didn’t. No more apologizing.
You didn’t do anything wrong.
I’m glad you’re giving us a chance. I can’t wait to see you.
Me too.
And she means it.
She hesitates, but finally starts typing.
I can’t meet you, Scott.
Tomorrow then.
No, never.
Is this because of Caleb?
It’s because of you.
What’s that supposed to mean?
It means I’m tired of your games.
I’m not playing games. I want to see you.
Because you hate the idea of Caleb being with me.
This is crazy. Of course I hate the idea of you with Caleb.
Just like you’d hate it if I was with Millie or Vivian or any of your friends.
Not wanting you with him doesn’t change the fact that I miss us.
I can’t do this again.
I’m tired of lies. I want someone I can trust.
So you’re going out with my shitty roommate?
It’s not any of your business. Not anymore.
Skye!
Goodbye, Scott.
Skye erases all of his texts and breathes a sigh of relief.
Later, as Skye walks to the bar to meet Caleb, she writes Millie.
I made up my mind.
And?!
And you’re going to be happy.
Yes! Go #TeamCaleb!
🙂
What made you decide?
So many things. But mostly — it just felt right.
Well, I’m glad you’re finally going for the nice guy.
Hey! I’ve dated nice guys before.
No comment.
Haha.
Seriously though, I’m really happy for you. I always thought you and Caleb would make a great couple.
I guess if I’m honest…deep down, I did too.
I knew it!
Go ahead, say it.
I told you so!!!
You did. I mean, I loved Scott. I really did.
And some days he was amazing. But others…
Yeah, I remember.
But through it all, Prince Charming aka Prince Caleb was there.
He really was. After Scott and I would fight, he’d be the one to make me feel better.
He’d make me laugh.
When Scott would make me feel ugly, Caleb was the one who made me feel beautiful.
He was always there for me.
And tell me again why you stuck with Scott for so long?
Because those good moments were really good. But they weren’t enough.
You deserve better.
I think I finally found it.
You found it a long time ago. You’re just finally realizing it.
Skye arrives outside the bar.
She sees Caleb through the window.
He doesn’t see her.
Better late than never.
You can say that again.
I’m meeting him now at Wine and Kisses.
Now?!!
Yeah, I just got here.
Then why are you still talking to me?! Go!!
Wish me luck.
You don’t need it. You’ve got this.
Skye puts her phone away and walks into the bar.
Her pulse is already quickening.
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