Dreaming

Please Talk To Me

ASHTON’S POV.

‘’What do you mean ‘’ I face brody with confusion etched on my face.

He shrugs and smiles shyly ‘’ I wanted to tell you, I just didn’t know how to ‘’ he seems scared when I should be the scared one.

‘’ You’re kidding right ‘’ I look at Chester ‘’ you guys are just playing with around ‘’

Chester frowns in confusion, he looked at me with a look that thought I was crazy ‘’ what are you talking about ash ‘’ he asks.

I turn around and look at brody, he has a sad expression and I frown ‘’ Brody, this is not funny. What is going on here ‘’

I am getting really scared; the look on Chester’s face tells me that he is being serious. I don't want to be crazy. Why can’t he see brody?

‘’ I don't know Ashton ‘’ brody answers quietly.

‘’ What do you mean you don't know.....this is getting crazy ‘’ I yell at him.

Chester grabs my arm and pulls me away ‘’ you are freaking me out, dude. I think you need a good night sleep ‘’

He pulls me away and we walk back into the hotel. I take one last look at brody and expect him to disappear but he just stands there with the same expression on his face. I don't know what is happening but I know brody is not my imagination.

We get into the elevator and Chester still has his grip on my arm ‘’ you can let me go now ‘’ I tell him.

He nods and releases my arm. He still looks confused but I can tell he is trying to act normal. Chester is a great guy and I am glad he is here.

We get to our floor and I follow him out of the lift, he opens our room door with his key and I walk in with him. The room is dark and the only light is from the moonlight. I really would have preferred it that way but Chester turns the light on immediately.

I walk over to my bed and sit on it gently. I still can’t get the look of body’s face from my mind. This must all be one sick joke.

‘’ Are you alright ‘’ Chester asks.

I nod and he looks at with hesitation. He sighs and walks into the bathroom. I smile since I just want to be alone right now. I need to think about this. If Chester couldn’t see brody, then brody must not be real.

That would make him my imagination, but why would I make a person up. I am not a freak, I don't need imaginary friends.

Okay, I might not have friends but I don't have friends cause I chose that lifestyle. I am not so desperate that I’d make up a fake guy.

He seemed so real.

He is real.

‘’ What are you thinking about ‘’ Chester walks out of the bathroom.

I sigh and shrug ‘’ nothing serious ‘’

Chester nods and walks up to my bed, I smile when he sits beside me. I know he is really worried about me. He is an easy guy to read and I can tell he is worried.

‘’ Don’t worry Chester, I really am fine ‘’

He nods again and stands up ‘’ good.....I know you don't want to be here but I really wish you try and have fun. Your dad is a douche and so is my mom. I get that they hurt you and all but its best to let things go ‘’

He sounds really smart for a kid so I smile ‘’ thanks bro ‘’.

No matter how much I hate the fact that my dad remarried, I will never regret Chester coming along. He has kept me sane through everything and I wouldn’t have picked a better brother.

‘’ We should probably go to bed ‘’ he suggests.

I nod and stand up from my bed; I walk into the bathroom and look at my reflection. I guess I need sleep, considering the fact that my eyes are all dreary and all.

I splash water from the sink on my face and use a towel to wipe it off. I think I need a cold shower. It will probably help me cool off.

Things are getting crazier by the day.

I take off all my clothes and drop them in the laundry basket. I open the shower as I enter and let the water run through my body. Its starts off as very cold but my body adapts after a while. I think Chester is right, I need to let go.

I don't want to keep things inside and forget but it’s not easy. I just don't think I can forget about my mother and I don't think I will let go of the fact that my dad forgot about her.

I can’t forget.

I walk out of the bathroom with a towel wrapped around my waist, the lights are off, and Chester is sprawled on his bed. The covers are over his face and I can hear him snoring lightly.

I turn on the lamp beside the dresser and bring out a pair of boxers and a wife beater. I put them on and walk over to my bed. I go over to my backpack and bring out the book I am reading. I haven’t really gotten a chance to read and I think that is what is driving me crazy.

I open the page I stopped and continue. My bedside lamp is on, so that I don't disturb Chester. He looks really tired; I guess its cause of all the rides he rode today.

He is such a kid.

After a while, I yawn and decide to hit the hay. I look at the clock and its already ten o clock. I guess I have been reading for a while.

I switch off the light and close my eyes.

I woke up shivering and sweating the next morning, Chester looks at me with concern and I smile to assure him that I am fine.

I couldn’t get the dream out of my head. It felt so real like I wasn’t asleep. I stand up from the bed and walk into the bathroom.

Does my reflection look like a crazy person?

I feel crazy and that stupid dream didn’t help. Who the hell is brody and why is he haunting me in my sleep. I thought he was my imagination but that dream has me all confused.

‘’ I'm definitely crazy ‘’ I murmur to myself.

This island has some kind of gas that is messing up my mind. That has to be it. I am not seeing some ghost. Ghosts don't even exist.

I take deep breaths ‘’ I am not crazy. I can’t be crazy. This is all a dream and I will wake up with a laugh ‘’ I try to convince myself.

‘’ Are you alright in there ‘’ Chester shouts through the door.

‘’ I am fine ‘’ I yell back.

I am so not fine. I am freaking out and I don't think I can talk to anyone about it. They will all think I am crazy and lock me up or something.

‘’ Okay ‘’ he answers back.

I sigh and walk out of the bathroom; I need a drink and not some stupid juice cocktail. I need alcohol and I need it fast.

I'm sure I can get some now, it’s not like my dad is going to punish me or something. Last, I remember he said he is done with me. I actually think it’s for the best since I hate his guts.

I walk over to the dresser and bring out a pair of jeans and a shirt. There is no need to have my bath since I already did last night.

‘’ Where are you going ‘’ Chester asks.

I shrug ‘’ not sure yet. Gonna get a drink but I will see you later ‘’ I put on my clothes and go over to my backpack.

I bring the fake ID I made last year. I guess you could say I am not that innocent. I used to go to parties before mom died.

‘’ What do you need that for ‘’ he asks.

This kid is too nosey. Why won’t he just leave me alone, it’s not like I am some kid and I need to be watched over.

‘’ None of your business ‘’ I snap at him.

He needs to know that I don't need him intruding in my life. I like the kid and all but, I won’t tolerate him all the time.

‘’ Fine ‘’ he says and goes over to the TV.

I walk out of the room with my wallet and I take the elevator to the third floor. I saw the brochure and there is a bar there. I am sure I can get something there.

It’s not really hard since I always looked older than my age.

I finally find the place after a lot of turn ins. I walk in and the cold air hits me with a shiver. The place was really cold and empty. I guess it’s still early and all.

There were a few people drinking. I walk over to the bar and the bartender looks at me with a smile. She is a woman in her early twenties.

‘’ Hi, what can I get you ‘’ she asks.

I smile back ‘’ id like a martini, please ‘’

She nods ‘’ can I see your ID ‘’ she asks politely.

I can tell she already believes that I am an adult but I guess she is just following protocol and all. I bring it out of my wallet and she looks at it and hands it back to me.

‘’ Right away ‘’

She mixes the drink and drops the cup in front of me ‘’ here you go ‘’

I thank her and take a sip from it. I have never been fond of alcohol but I needed to forget about all this bull and this seems like the best way.

I finish the drink and order another ‘’ why are you drinking ‘’? I turn around and see brody standing right next to me.

‘’ Leave me alone ‘’ I growl angrily.

Why is he here? Why am I still thinking about him? I need him to leave me alone. I am not crazy. He is not real.

‘’ Please Ashton, I need you ‘’ he begs.

The look is back and I close my eyes to try to block him out. Maybe if I try hard enough, he will disappear.

‘’ What are you doing ‘’ he asks.

I open my eyes and he is just staring at me with a confused expression. I shake my head and stand up from the stool. I need to get the hell out of here.

I pay the lady and run out of the bar. This can’t be happening to me. ‘’ I am going to keep following you until you listen to what I have to say ‘’

I walk faster and I can hear his footsteps behind me.

‘’ leave me alone brody ‘’ I yell again.

People around look at me weirdly but I ignore them and keep running, I am not going to stop, I am just going to keep running until he disappears.

‘’ Be careful ‘’ brody shouts.

I turn around to see what he is talking about and that’s when I bump into someone. I fall to the ground and hit my head.

‘’ Ow ‘’ I say.

My head is spinning and I think it’s from the drink I had. I guess I shouldn’t be running after I drink. I look up and see my dad.

‘’ Ashton ‘’ he says worriedly.

I don't know why he is acting like he cares when he said he is so done with me, but right now, I have bigger problems.

I look back and see brody standing by a corner. He looks nervous and I frown. This is all just too much to handle.

‘’ Where are you running off to ‘’ he asks.

I roll my eyes ‘’ why are you talking to me. I recall you saying that you were done with me. This doesn’t look like someone who is done’’ I say rudely.

He frowns ‘’ I am still your father and you will watch the way you talk to me ‘’

I chuckle ‘’ father my ass ‘’

He shakes his head ‘’ you know what; I think you should go to your room. You are causing a nuisance around and that’s not good ‘’

I shake my head and walk away from him. I hear him call my name but I ignore it as I walk along the hallway.

‘’ Will you talk to me now ‘’ brody walks quickly to my side.

I totally forgot that he is following me. Why won’t he just leave me alone? I really don’t need this right now.

‘’ please ash. Let me just explain ‘’ he says with pleading eyes.

I guess there is no harm in giving him a chance. It’s not like he is a ghost, he is just my imagination. There is no harm in listening to someone in my head.

No harm.