I don't know how long i've been like this, lying on the bed in a pool of my own tears. My makeup had surely gone all over my face by now; makeup that I had put extra effort into because I was seeing Luke. Then someone knocked on the door. I don't answer, I don't want to see anyone right now.

They open the door anyways, and I look up slightly to see Michael standing there. I roll over and face the opposite way. If there was anyone I wanted to see least right now, it's Michael.

"Why are you crying?" He asks in a monotone voice.

I don't answer him. Instead I take a spare pillow and bring it over my head, covering my ears.

"You could at least answer me you know?" Michael says.

I throw the pillow off me and stand up, walking over to Michael.

"You have some fucking nerve coming in here and asking me why i'm crying! Why do you think? You got Luke to admit that he never actually cared about me―"

"I never did anyth―"

"Shut up! Shut up and let me finish for once! We broke up! For real this time. God I love him so much, but you just don't seem to care. Are you happy now Michael? You finally got what you've been wanting all along. So congratulations." I scream.

"May I―"

"Just get out." I yell and push his chest.

He surprisingly obliges and leaves the room, shutting the door behind him.

I rub my hands over my face in frustration. I honestly don't understand him. He treats me like complete shit and then comes in here wondering why i'm crying? I slip off my jeans and crawl into bed. Going to sleep is all I could do right now, other than cry.

-

I wake up the next morning and walk downstairs to see Cora at the table.

"Hey." She smiles lightly.

"Hi."

"I'm sorry about, you know, Luke and stuff." She says.

"Michael told you?" I ask.

"No, I heard you screaming at him last night. For what it's worth, i'm not speaking to Michael right now. He can't just go around treating people like that, especially not his own sister."

"Yeah well, guess he'll never change." I shrug. "Hey listen, thanks for letting me stay here but, i'll be out by tomorrow." I state.

"What why?"

"I've been looking at apartments in the neighbourhood and I found one I really like. I'm going to sign for it today and i'll sleep there tonight. It's already furnished and everything." I explain.

"Wait, you're moving in alone?" She asks.

"Yeah. I need time on my own right now. It's what's best for me."

"Well, you know i'm always going to be here when you need me." She smiles.

"Thanks, Cora." I say, walking over to give her a hug.

Cora has quickly become one of my best friends. I'm somewhat sad that I won't be living with her anymore.

I check my phone and see the time.

"I've gotta run, i'm meeting the real estate agent in half an hour." I say as I turn and walk out the door, not even bothering to ask where Michael was. Frankly at this point, I don't give a damn.

-

I arrive at the coffee shop where I am meeting the real estate to sign for the apartment. It is such a beautiful apartment. It's quaint, but perfect for me. There's two bedrooms, a bathroom, a living room, and a kitchen. I know I don't have much money to afford it but, i'll be getting a job soon and I decided to use my college fund for it. I don't plan on going to college anyways.

"Hi there. Sorry I'm a bit late." The real estate agent, Jen, says.

"Oh no, you're not late. I'm just early." I chuckle slightly.

"Eager for the new apartment?" She smiles.

"Very."

She takes out a stack of papers which I assume is the contract. She shows me where to sign and I sign my name on multiple lines.

"Great. Here's your key. You can move in as soon as you wish." She says as she bids me a goodbye and leaves the shop.

I stare at the keys in my hands. My own apartment. Something to call my own. I can't help but find it a bit odd that i'm not even done with high school yet i'm living on my own. However, I called my father and he said he trusts me to make this decision on my own, and I think I made the right one. He also told me he'd deposit money into my account to help me pay for everything.

I take out my phone and dial Calum's number.

"Hello?" He answers.

"Hey Cal. Could you do me a huge favour?"

"Sure, what?"

"Do you think you could go to Luke's house and grab my stuff for me?"

"Why don't you just get it?" He asks, clearly confused.

"Luke and I―aren't together anymore." I say.

"Shit, what? When did this happen? Forget it, it's none of my business. Where do you want me to bring your stuff then? To Cora's?" He asks.

"No uh, I bought an apartment. So i'll just text you the address."

"Wait what? You bought an apartment? With Michael?"

"Nope, by myself." I say, popping the p.

"Shit, May. You do realize you're only seventeen right?" He laughs lightly.

"I know. I just feel like I need to be on my own for a while. Figure some stuff out."

"How did they even allow you to sign for it? You're underage."

"They spoke to my dad. And he gave his permission. Plus they faxed him a copy of the lease and he signed to say he agrees with it all." I explain.

"Oh, okay. Text me the address and I'll be over with your stuff in an hour." He says before saying goodbye and hanging up.

I'm so thankful I have Calum. Although Luke and I broke up and Michael and I aren't speaking, I'm not going to stop hanging out with the group. Even though they are Luke and Michael's group, I consider them my friends too now.

I stand up and walk out of the coffee shop, throwing my cup in the garbage on the way out. I walk over to the apartment, which was extremely close by. I hadn't realized how close to Luke's house it was as well but then again, this town is extremely small. Everything is in walking distance of each other.

I walk into the building and step onto the elevator, hitting the fifth floor button. The elevator dings and the doors open as I step out onto the floor. I walk over to apartment 242. My apartment.

I put the key in the lock and open the door. I really did get such a great deal on this place. It is so beautiful, and fully furnished. The rooms may be small but how much can one person need. I already have two bedrooms in here which is more than enough for me.

-

I step out of the shower and slip on my sleep shorts and a plain black cami. Calum brought my stuff over the day I got here, and I wasted no time unpacking my things. I just wanted to feel at home.

I had been living in the apartment for over a week now. Eight days to be exact. Eight days that I haven't spoken to Michael or Luke. Or anyone for that matter. I've been trying to focus on myself rather than other people.

I pull out my phone and see a missed call from Cora. I push the call button to call her back.

"Hello?" She answers.

"Hey, sorry I missed your call. I was in the shower." I explain.

"Well it's about time I hear from you! It's been like, a week and you haven't returned any of my calls."

"Sorry i've been, busy." I lie.

Truth was I was the furthest thing from busy. I would spend most of my days on the couch watching Grey's Anatomy and eating cereal. But, I figured saying I was busy would sound better.

"Listen, the groups going over to Ashton's tonight for an end of summer get together. Wanna come?"

"Will Luke and Michael both be there?" I ask even though I already know the answer.

"Well, yeah. They are part of the group. Just don't talk to them."

I sigh. "No, that's alright. I'm just gonna stay at the apartment."

"Come on, May. Please?"

"No i'm really tired."

"First Luke, now you." She mumbles.

"What?" I ask.

What did she mean by that? What was going on with Luke?

"Never mind. Are you positive you don't want to come?" She asks.

"Yeah. It's alright, you guys all have fun." I pretend to sound as happy as possible.

"If you say so. Hey by the way, can I tell Michael about this whole thing with you moving into your own place? He's starting to wonder where you are and I don't want to lie to him." She says.

I shrug. "Yeah you can tell him. He'll find out eventually anyways."

"Okay. Oh and call Brooke by the way, she said she wants your new address so she can pick you up for school."

I completely forgot that school starts in two days. I had been so consumed in the drama with Michael and Luke that I forgot my senior year was starting soon.

"Shit! I forgot about school. I've gotta go get supplies and stuff. I'll talk to you later. Have fun tonight." I say before hanging up.

Great. More things to worry about.

A/N GUYSSS! I'm so sorry please don't hate me for what's happening. Relationships aren't perfect so i'm not going to pretend that Luke and May are a fairytale. The next chapter is going to be in a different point of view for the first time ever, so bare with me. I'm trying to update everyday! Please don't forget to vote and comment. it literally only takes a second. Thanks ! :) x