Jaded (Rock Star Trilogy)

I point to it. “You should research your facts next time. Seriously, Bridge, I thought you had all the brains.”
    “Ha, ha,” she replies, unamused. “Obviously I'm not as smart as you. You're a millionaire at age 19. I'm just a college dropout with no job, no boyfriend, no car and no money.”
    “You're not a college dropout! You're simply taking a break .” I smile. “If you want, after I graduate, I will even go to college with you!”
    “Yeah, right,” she says. “You don't need college, Scar. You're awesome without it.”
    “But I would do it, for you.”
    “I am so sick of people doing things for me!” she screams. “Why does everybody think that I'm so vulnerable? I'm not a child!”
    “That's not what I meant....” I pause, glancing at her, then back at the road. “Are you ok?”
    “ Yes ! I am fucking fantastic !”
    I take a deep breath, trying to figure out what to say. I decide to go with an apology. “I'm sorry. You're right, you don't need me, but maybe I need you .”
    “You don't need me .” She crosses her arms over her chest.
    “Yes I do, Bridgett. Before you, my life was a mess. I came to Hope because I had none . And then I met Stephan, and now you...” I shake my head. “I've been missing friends, family... love . Sure, I had everything I ever wanted. Money, cars, houses, clothes, drugs , but none of that made me feel anything. I was so empty. But I'm not anymore! My life is worth living now! So, you may not need me, but I do need you.”
    Bridgett doesn't say anything for a minute, but the silence isn't awkward. My words are still lingering in the air, and she is taking them in.
    “You know, there has always been something missing in my life too,” she finally says. “I didn't know what it was until you walked into my life. You are a part of me Scarlett, and I am a part of you. And sure, we may like different things, and life may separate us over time, but you will always be with me. No matter how many thousands of miles desperate us, you are my sister... My TWIN ! And we may fight, and drive each other crazy, but at the end of the day we will make up.”
    I feel a tear fall down my cheek and I quickly wipe it away. “I love you, Bridge.”
    “I love you too, Scar.”
    She picks up her bottle of Dr. Pepper, and holds it out. “I propose a toast.”
    I pick up my Red Bull.
    “Here is to us . Here is to looking towards the future, and never letting the past control us.” We tap out drinks together and both take a sip.
    It was our first fight. Though I'm still unsure why we fought, I was glad that we made up. I knew at that moment that Bridgett and I would always be alright.
     
    Later that night, Bridgett and I drive Alec to the airport (in my new car). I'm sad to see him go, but I know I will see him again soon... Especially considering the way Bridgett and him keep looking at each other.
    On the drive home, Bridgett is extra quiet. I know that I need to talk to her about what happened in Miami, but I decide to give her a little time. Because the truth is, I am not sure what to say.

Friday, September 25
    3:01 pm
    Nothing is more important than you.
     
    I waited all week for Andrew's call. I tried him a few times, but it always went to his voice mail. I was anxious to know about Stacy, and I couldn't understand why he hadn't contacted me anymore. But finally, on Friday, he called me as I was leaving school.
    “Andrew!” I answer. “Oh my gosh, finally! Why haven't you contacted me?”
    “Sorry about that Scarlett. I was busy. Your sister has quite a busy schedule, and she is hard to get in contact with,” he replies. “But I have arranged a meeting.”
    “Great!” I say. “Where at?”
    “You aren't going to believe this, but you sister lives in Florida. Only about 30 miles from where you are.”
    “Wow! Where at? I'll be right there!” I can't help but feel over excited.
    “Not today. She is going to meet with you next weekend.” With Andrew's words, I feel my heart drop.
    “Oh.”
    “She wants to see you, Scarlett,” he assures me. “She just has other responsibilities.”
    “Yeah, she sounds super thrilled . Glad she could schedule time to see her long lost sister .” I feel like throwing my phone. “I have to go, Andrew. Just... email me the details.”
    Before he can respond, I click end on my phone and toss it on the seat beside me. As soon as I get home, I walk out to the beach and sit in the sand, watching the waves roll in. I let