Lily Dearest | Nate Hardy - S&C

28. Nate's Parents

Walking through the airport I was tired. I haven't slept well this entire trip. So I was mainly following the others while we walked through the people. I did end up getting lost though. I started following the wrong people. I was just looking to match colors, but I was distracted. I did know what gate I was getting picked up at though luckily. I walked through the crowd seeing Colby, Sam, Kris, Kat, and Nate all talking. Nate noticed me when I started coming back toward them. He met me hallway pulling me into a hug.

"Are you okay?" He asked me. I relaxed into his grip. I was home. I was okay.

"I'm fine now," I admitted.

"You got scratches on your face?" He whispered.

"I got lost in the woods." I laughed.

"Wait what?" He asked.

"Wait til you see the video, it's terrifying." I leaned back smiling up at him. "I love you." He smiled gently brushing my hair back from my face.

"I love you. Now," He took my hand. "Let's get you home so you can shower and rest if you want." He offered.

"Oh you're parents aren't there?" I asked him. He tilted his head.

"Well they are, but Gar can keep them at bay while you rest." He laughed. I leaned into him as he took my suitcase.

"I don't deserve you," I mumbled as he kissed my temple.

"Lily," Kat said coming forward to hug me. "I am so glad you are okay, although you are hurt." she glared at Sam.

"It wasn't his fault," I laughed.

"I wanna know what happened," Nate said.

"It was like a fucking horror movie," Kris shook her head. "I still can't get over your skinwalker switcheroo." She shook her head. I still didn't understand that either, but it's fine.

"Wait what?" Kat asked.

"I don't know," I shook my head. I leaned forward hugging Kris. "Sorry, I traumatized you." She laughed.

"I hope to see you in the future Lily." She laughed. "Now, I gotta board my second flight." She waved walking off.

"Bye boys, I will see you next time," I waved to the two of them. 

"We love you!" Colby called as we disappeared outside. Nate still wouldn't let me open the car door. He opened it for me and then put my suitcase up. I leaned back in the seat and heard him get in.

"I missed you," I muttered and then led my head roll to the side so I could see him. He picked up my hand gently playing with the ring.

"Well, we both missed you two. So let's get you home to Gar," He kissed my hand just before buckling up.

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After I showered and changed. I walked into the living room and was greeted by Gar. Who was sitting on my foot?

"Hey!" I leaned down picking him up. "How is my buddy?" I asked scratching his head and he started purring.

"He missed you, just like me." Nate came forward kissing me softly. "I still wanna know the story about this," Nate said gently running his finger over the scratch on my cheek.

"We would like to know as well," I heard a woman's voice from behind him. Nate moved to my side and I saw an older woman with shoulder-length brown hair and a man that had buzzcut darker hair. They both looked well for their age. I was assuming they were about early to late fifties. 

"It is very nice to officially meet you, Lily," The woman said coming forward with her arms out. I hugged her with one arm while the other held Gar.

"It is good to meet you as well," I paused.