H U N T E D ~ T H

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I knocked on the door twice, I had tried Tom's window but it was locked.

I guess he finally took my advice about locking his window, if I can get in without him noticing, god knows who else can.

I didn't see him in his room so he could be downstairs, it's the weekend so he's not working. And to be honest I'm basically his only friend so I know he's not out with anyone.

"Oh Hey, Mack" Dom answered with a smile.

"Tom there?" I asked, my hands tucked into the pockets of my hoodie. "We have homework we are meant to do."

"You don't have to lie to me, Mack" He chuckled "I know all about you and Tom."

"Oh" My face dropped, it wasn't safe with this many people knowing. My parents, Isaac, and now his parents.

"Don't worry, your secrets safe with me" He tipted his head "Your good for him, you know. Ever since we moved here he's been happier, no more arguments or fighting. You've changed him for the better."

I couldn't help but smile, I didn't realise how much of an effect I had on him.

"He's out for a jog, that path behind your house I'm sure" He told me.

"Thanks, Mr Holland" I nodded, already walking away from their house.

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The path was a little mucky from last nights rain, squelching beneath my feet as I walked. The rim of my shoes were covered in dirt, I kept my eyes down to avoid any puddles.

My head shot up when I heard a branch snap, I skimmed my eyes around the dark trees, trying to find the source.

"Tom?" I spoke quietly "Tom?"

There was no reply. I turned around, my body freezing as I saw a hooded figure dart behind a tree.

I'm being followed.

I followed their direction, seeing them go behind another tree. "Hello!" I called out, my eyes wide.

I took a step back, my foot landing in a puddle and slipping from the ground. I fell on my back, colliding with the wet and dirt.

I could hear footfalls approaching at a fast pace, like they were running.

I jumped up, skidding a couple times as I scampered to my feet. Tough hands grabbed my forearms as I scared out.

"Mack! Mack!" Tom.

I relaxed, falling into him as I fisted his shirt. "Oh thank God, it's you" I breathed out.

"What happened?" He asked, trying to wipe the dirt from my clothes but they where a lost cause.

"I—" I paused for a moment, seeing he wasn't wearing a hoodie, he wasn't the one I saw. "Nothing. I just slipped."

"What are you doing out here?" He asked, his brows pinned together.

"Your dad said you were here, I wanted to talk to you" I said, I could see the worry on Tom's face by those words.

"Okay.." His Addams apple bobbed up and down as he swallowed.

"Nicks having a Halloween party, I don't really wanna go but if your going then it might make it a bit bearable" I say, looking up into his brown eyes.

"Doctor and Nurse?" He squinted his eyes.

"Tom" I sighed, throwing my head back.

"Oh Cmon" He grabbed my hips, pulling me into him "Pleaseeee."

"I'll think about it."

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Happy birthday to me :)

Sorry this chapters short, but I have HUGE plans for the upcoming chapters.