Larsadie

~O-N-E~ Section One

Sadie POV

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          It's a cool Monday morning, which is rare, because it's usually burning hot out. As I walk to work, I look around Beach City. The beach is oddly empty, instead of being packed with people. I remind myself I have to go to work, and I keep walking. Adjusting my red hood, I bury my hands in my jacket pockets. My mind starts to wander as I walk my usual path to work. I think about what happened earlier this month. Being trapped on that magical island, and me beating up an invisible beast. I stare at my arm, which is all better now. The one thing that kept popping in my head, was Lars. The way he got closer and closer to me, and the way he kissed me. Shivering from the memory, I hug myself and rub my arms. After awhile of walking, I make it to the Big Donut. I open the door and it 'dings', and I switch on the lights, hang up my coat on the coat hanger. I sigh, "Lets get this day over with." I say softly as I grab a broom and I start to sweep the floors. As I sweep, my mind imagines Lars running in, with a shocked yet happy expression plastered on his face and saying to me,

          'Sadie, I've been blind! I never realized I needed you in my life! You're the thing that keeps me going, and I need you; I love you!'

          But, I just felt like that will never happen. How could he love me? I'm not like him. I'm uncool and a loner, not to mention a loser. Suddenly, I hear the 'ding' of the door and I turn around to see Lars, his hands stuffed in his pockets and coat collar up, totally avoiding eye contact with me. "Oh- morning Lars." He groans tiredly and does a pathetic attempt of a wave. Then he hangs up his coat right beside mine. He has barely spoken to me since we got back. And it's hurting me so bad, I just want to ask him what happened, why is he treating me like this. What did I ever do? I feel like I'll burst out in tears at any moment. Even though I saved his life, and almost losing mine in the process, that hasn't awarded me a conversation with Lars.
He hums as he goes to the counter and swaying slightly, trying to act cool. A smirk starts to form on my face as I watch him. Suddenly, he yells, sliding over the counter, "IT'S MR. STEAL YO GIRL!!" but then falls on the other side on his back with a loud thud. Gasping, I let go of the broom and it falls with a clank. I run to the other side of the counter, and I see Lars, sprawled on the floor. I kneel to his side,
"You OK?" I ask him, trying to control my laughter. His hair starts to fall in his face, and he blows it away and sighs, attempting to get up.
"Yeah I guess." he slowly gets up and I help him, but he jerks his arm away forcefully, and glares at the counter.
"I was only trying to help." I say a bit hurt, and he turns to me. Slowly he opens his mouth to speak, but I turn away. He hangs his head and rubs the back of his neck.
"Sadie-" I look at him and I feel my annoyance level rise.
"Shut up Lars!" He blinks surprised, and I look up at him.
"Sorry." I notice he's staring at his feet, and I let out a sigh. After awhile of silence, I look at the clock, and it's time to open. I go to the door and I turn the sign from CLOSED, to OPEN. When I turn back around, I see Lars is propped up in his chair behind the counter and leaning it against the glass container, trying to nap. I only sigh and go back behind the counter. Staring at the door, I wait to see Steven with his big smile, and asking me questions and telling me about a recent mission with the gems, but nothing happens. Lars starts to snore and I turn to him.

Why does he try to push me away?

Is it because I try to much?

As I think to myself, I pull up another chair and I set it beside Lars. Trying to be quiet, I sit down, and I rest my chin on the palm of my hand, and let out a long sigh. I start to stare at the door, hoping someone- anyone, would walk through those doors.

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Lars POV

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          As I try to nap, I couldn't stop thinking about her, about Sadie. Ever since we got back, all I thought about was her. But I was such a jerk to her on the island, I couldn't just waltz back into her life like nothing happened! I basically manipulated her and the cabin fever was getting to me, and I felt like confined and trapped, but she was there with me. I had to pay for what I did to her. So I thought avoiding her was the only way, but it hurt me bad. When I did see her, I saw it in her eyes, that she was hurting. When she yelled at me, it felt like something shook me, like this was a wake up call. To what exactly...I dunno. I stop overthinking, and I fall down into my dream.

I blink a few times, and I realize I'm outside of the Big Donut, and there's not a soul in sight, until I hear Sadie's voice, "Lars?" I turn to her, and my face goes hot. She is in a short light teal dress, and her hair in a bun, and barely any makeup. I'd be lying if I didn't say she looked amazing. As I realize she's wearing a dress, My surroundings change, and we're in a crowded building, and I'm wearing a loose tux. The people around us are slow dancing with other people. Before I could move or try to get out, I look at Sadie,
"Wanna dance?" Slowly, a smile appears on her face, and she nods. Trying to decide what to do with my hands, she comes close to me, and wraps her arms around my lower back and I blush softly, but I couldn't help but smirk. I put my hands on her upper back as we start to slow dance,

          I can't believe this is happening!

          But...it's not. Its a dream.

          "Lars?" I look down at Sadie as we sway to some slow song.
"Hm?" Her eyes shine brightly again, and her head comes closer to mine. My brain kept trying to say, 'no stop! Wake up!' but my head got closer to her as well. When our lips are inches apart, I close my eyes, and I press my lips against hers-

          Suddenly, the low hum of an air conditioner snatched me out of my dream. Slowly, I open my eyes, and I see I'm still leaning on my chair.

I can't believe this.

Why did I have to wake up RIGHT when I was about to kiss her??

Before I could get up, I feel something adjust itself on me. Turning my head, I see Sadie, her head on my upper chest and arm on my stomach, fast asleep. I feel the urge to move in surprise, but I keep my cool and stay still. The realization hits me: this is the closest we've been since leaving from that weird, magical island. Slowly, I wrap my arm around her waist, pulling her slightly closer to me and she stirs. I bite my bottom lip, hoping she doesn't wake up. Luckily, she stops and continues sleeping. I look down at her, and a strand of her hair falls in front of her eyes, and I put it back.

          I wish I'd man up and do something.

If only I would, and just kiss her again, right here, and right now. But what if she pulls away disgusted, or doesn't feel the same way. After awhile of being in my thoughts, I couldn't decide of waking her up, or letting her sleep, so the door decides for me. The cheery door chimes its 'ding' and she shoots her head up, not realizing I'm awake. She stands up and rubs her eyes, "Hey Steven." Steven smiles widely and I get out of my chair, pretending that I just woke up.
"Hey Sadie! Sup Lars." He puts up a smug face, and I roll my eyes. I go to where Sadie dropped her broom and I pick it up, starting to sweep for her. Steven and Sadie do their normal blabbing, and Steven going on and on about a weird gem mission thing. But after Steven gets his donut, he asks, "How's your arm doing Sadie?" My face crunches up in guilt. I haven't asked her anything about what happened with her arm...or with us.
"Well, it's doing great; since Lars helped me." I turn my head to her, hearing my name. She waves, and I wave back.

SERIOUSLY!?! Just a wave!!

As I finish sweeping, I put the broom away and Steven starts to walk out, giving me a touch on the chest and I chuckle softly. "See you guys tomorrow!!" He says. When he leaves, I hear Sadie close the backroom door, most likely going to restock.

Time to do something Lars, this is your chance!

I let out a short breath, and go towards the back room.

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