#Chapter2

We arrive home, and I enter to change because I have training with my brother. I put on leggings, a sports top, and a hoodie that reaches halfway to my abdomen. Can't forget my sneakers. I leave my room and head to where my brother is; he's ready for training.

Yeimy - I'm ready, Derek.

Derek - Alright, let's head to the yard.

After we finish training, I go to my room, shower, and then get dressed. I put on slightly worn denim shorts, a cropped tank top, and a simple hoodie. Once I'm dressed, my phone rings. I pick it up and see a message from an unfamiliar number. I open it and read the message. It's from Amy. I reply.

Message

Amy - Hi Yeimy, it's Amy.

Yeimy - Hi Amy.

Amy - What are you up to?

Yeimy - Nothing much, and you?

Amy - Same. I'm bored. Want to go for a walk?

Yeimy - I'd love to, but I have to ask my brother for permission. Let me check if he's okay with it. I'll let you know.

Amy - Okay.

I go to my brother's room, knock on the door, and he opens it.

Derek - What's up, Yeimy?

Yeimy - I wanted to ask for your permission. A friend invited me to go out.

Derek - Sure, just call me if anything happens. And don't be late.

Yeimy - Okay, thanks, brother. You're the best. I'll message you when I'm on my way.

I go back to my room and message Amy.

Message to Amy

Got partial permission. Where are we going?

I send the message, and she responds quickly.

Message

Great! Let's meet at the plaza, outside, in half an hour.

I read the message, put on my shoes, grab my phone and wallet, then leave the house to catch a taxi. I give the driver the directions to the plaza. After 25 minutes, I arrive, pay the fare, and step out. I wait for Amy, and she arrives soon. I see a luxury car pull up, and a really handsome guy gets out. He opens the door for Amy, and she gets out, smiling at me. I return the smile as she walks over.

Yeimy - Hi, friend.

Amy - Hey, ready to go?

We turn to leave, but before that, she says goodbye to the guy, and he drives off. We head inside the plaza and sit down to chat.

Amy - Tell me more about yourself, Yeimy. Let's get to know each other better. And then I'll tell you about me.

Yeimy - Sure, I'm Yeimy Montoya. I'm 16 years old, turning older in a few months. I have a brother named Derek Montoya; he's 20. I've been living with him since as long as I can remember. Our parents died in an accident, and we used to live in a different place. That's about it.

Amy - Now it's my turn. I'm Amy Smith, 18 years old. I have a brother named Noah Smith; he's 21. He's been taking care of me and the pack. Our parents also passed away.

Yeimy - Pack? That word sounds familiar, but I can't remember where I read or heard it.

Amy - We call it a pack instead of a family.

Yeimy - Ah... (We spend the whole afternoon talking and laughing until it's time for me to leave.) Well, friend, I should head home. Thanks for everything.

Amy - Let me give you a ride.

Yeimy - No worries, I don't want to cause any trouble.

Amy - It's no trouble at all, and don't argue.

Yeimy - Alright. (She calls someone on her phone, and after 15 minutes, the same guy arrives.)

Amy - Aiden, this is my friend Yeimy. Yeimy, this is Aiden, my brother's friend.

Yeimy - Nice to meet you, Aiden.

Aiden - Pleasure's mine, Yeimy. Ready, Amy?

Amy - Yeah, but we're dropping my friend off first.

Aiden - Alright.

He opens the car door, and we get in. He drives us, and after a while, we arrive at my house. I get out of the car and thank Amy.

Yeimy - Thanks, Amy.

Amy - No problem, friend. See you tomorrow. We'll see when I introduce you to my brother.

Yeimy - Yeah, we'll see. Tomorrow, I'll do the same and introduce you to my brother. Thanks, Aiden.

Aiden - You're welcome, it's my pleasure.

I enter the house; my brother isn't home, so I go to bed.

(…)

One week later

It's been a week since I arrived. Today, after skating, I'm going to Amy's house. We need to work on our choreography because there's a competition coming up, and she wants me to help her perfect some moves. I'm in my closet, looking for an outfit.

I choose a black dress with rhinestone embellishments and some shimmer. One sleeve is a shade of brown to match my skin tone, with some designs on it. Once I'm ready, I leave my room to have breakfast. I head to the kitchen and meet my brother.

Yeimy - Hi, brother.

Derek - Hey, Yeimy. Your breakfast is ready.

Yeimy - Thanks. Hey, by the way, I need you to take me to Amy's place today.

Derek - Alright, just give me the address.

Yeimy - Sure, and I'll introduce you to her. She's really nice. Hopefully, you guys like each other and become a couple.

Derek - Oh, Yeimy, you and your crazy ideas. But if she's the right one, I remember what I told you about soulmates.

Yeimy - Yeah, I hope one day we both find our soulmates.

Derek - Okay, drop that topic and eat before you're late.

We start eating, and once I'm done, I go to my room to get my things. I take one last look in the mirror, and then I leave my room to go to my brother's car.