Our Second Life

Chapter- 13

Winter's POV

Packing was never an easy task.

I thought this to myself as I rummaged through piles of unorganised clothing still not figuring out what to wear.

My room was bright and cozy as sun pierced through the small windows. I really wanted to sleep in but I had to be ready by 10 a.m to leave for Aiden's grandparents place for thanksgiving.

Suddenly my phone beeped indicating that I had a new notification.
It was a message from Ian-

>> "Are you ready??
We will be out in fifteen minutes."

Oh shitt....its 9.45 already and I still haven't packed my clothes.

After overthinking for five more minutes about if I would look good in the wine coloured dress for dinner or not, I finally decided to shove it inside my small duffle bag.

Next I had to choose my outfit. I quickly threw in a beige knitted top paired with black jeans and proceeded towards doing my hair. I pulled all my hair together and tied a high ponytail to keep it out of the way. Then I put on some minimal makeup consisting of only mascara and lipgloss just to feel a bit prettier than other days.

Perfect !!!

I crouched down to put on my shoes when the door bell rang loudly.

It must be Ian.

As soon as I opened the door Aiden literally jumped onto me wrapping his arms on my legs.

He was clinging like a monkey.

My heart instantly melted just at the mere thought of his excitement to see me. I picked him up in my arms properly and ruffled his hairs.
"Winter....I was waiting for you...", he gleamed happily.

"Really..?? I was also waiting for you baby..", I smiled at him. He instantly gave me a happy grin and rested his head on my shoulders.

I patted his back affectionately and looked infront only to find out Ian staring at us.

Ian was standing there all in his glory. He was wearing a pair of dark blue denims with a peach coloured shirt.

I guess he liked light colours.

His hair was messy and the shades that rested high on his nose bridge just complemented the ethereal look.

He suddenly cleared his throat, " Mmm... are you ready? Then we can leave.."

"Yes I am", I replied while I tried my best to carry Aiden's weight.

Ian checked his watch. "Its already ten, so if we start now... we'll reach there by 12.... Come Aiden lets get going."

Aiden immediately jumped off and held his dad's hand like an obedient boy.

I quickly took my small duffel bag from inside and locked the door.

Ian went forward with Aiden by his side and I lingered behind them.

Reaching the elevator, I was about to press the switch when Ian decided to do the same. Suddenly our hands brushed against each other's and there was an electrifying feeling that went through my body.

I removed my hand in a second and looked away.

Ian stared at the elevator awkwardly and finally pressed the button.

We reached the ground floor in no time and Ian walked towards his car in the parking lot. He took the duffel bag from me and put it inside the car along with the small luggage he was carrying.