Worth it » l.j. & l.h. [lukeren]

when we were fourteen + tutoring. *

A/N: i apologize for not updating daily but i'm getting my finals/exams' results this saturday so i'm like so nervous about so that's why i'm not able to really write but i promise i'll try to update daily again.

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I knocked on Luke's front door and was greeted by his mother, her smile widening when she saw me causing me to grin back. I absolutely loved Liz.

''Hi Mrs. Hemmings.''

''Lauren, it's so great to see you!'' She wrapped her arms around me, pulling me in a tight hug and i gently wrapped my arms around her, returning the hug.

Resting my chin on her shoulder as she hugged me, i saw Luke walking downstairs - probably from his room. My eyes widened when i saw he was only in his boxers and my immediate reaction was to pull away from the hug and look away.

I heard Liz's chuckle. ''Go put on a shirt, Luke.''

I opened one eye and grinned in embarrassment when Liz shook her head smiling. ''Come in, darling.'' She smiled and opened the door wider, i smiled politely and nodded, walking in and taking a seat on the couch.

''I'm going to go shopping, i'll be back around seven or eight, i'll be very happy if you were still here so we can have dinner all together.'' I nodded, not sure if i was going to still be here but still smiled up at her.

''Okay.''

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"..and this is how we got the final result a fourth." i finished, taking a sip of my 7up cup. Luke nodded, writing down the steps.

I watched him write the steps carefully and smiled when i saw he was doing right on the new problem - until now.

Not being able to control myself, i felt myself starting to remember what happened back when we were fourteen.

''No!'' I pouted, groaning as i crossed my arms over my chest, watching Luke groan and push away the books. ''Luke, we need to study. Tomorrow's exam is important.'' I tried to reach for the books but he shook his head, pushing them away from the bed and causing them to fall on the ground.

I rolled to the edge of the bed and reached to grab the books but suddenly felt someone - Luke pull me in the middle of the bed by my legs causing me to squeal. ''Don't be a nerd, Laulau! Let's rest for a little.'' He widened his eyes like a puppy but i shook my head, sticking my tongue out at him.

''Fine then.'' He grinned and before i knew it he started to tickle up and down my sides causing me to scream and burst out of laughing. Kicking my feet around, i tried to push him or at least cover my sides.

''S-Stop!'' I gasped for air, still giggling and laughing loudly while he watched me grinning. I was finally able to pull my hand out of his grip but only for him to pin both of my hands above my head.

Looking up at Luke, i gasped softly, my eyes widening slightly when i saw him staring down at me. Our noses were brushing against each other. I gulped down nervously but fluttered my eyes close when he started leaning in -

''Lauren? Lauren!'' I shook out of my thoughts quickly, looking up at Luke with wide eyes. I let out a breath that i didn't know i was holding in.

'What?'' I asked, my voice quieter and softer than i thought it would be.

''I've been calling your name for the last two minutes.'' He arched his eyebrow, titling his head to the side as he watched me.

I ran my fingers through my hair quickly, feeling heat rise up my neck and cheeks. Why the hell am i blushing? ''I was thinking. Sorry.'' I mumbled and leaned to look at the problem he was working on - before i started thinking - about him.

''What were you thinking about?'' I could feel Luke's breath on my cheek as he spoke softly since i was leaning a little to be able to look at the paper.

''Nothing.'' I mumbled, trying to focus on the answer and the steps.

''Then why are you blushing and nervous all of sudden, Lauren.'' He murmured and pulled my chin up to look at him. I swallowed, staring up at him with - probably - wide eyes. ''You were thinking about me. I can tell.'' He whispered, the curves of his lips curling up.

''N-No.'' I mentally cussed myself for not being able to let out my voice as strong as i wanted it to be.

''Stop denying it, Lauren. Please.'' He mumbled, suddenly starting to lean closer. I stayed frozen. Not knowing what to do. I was ready to stand up and run the hell out of here - and maybe not - when i suddenly heard someone clear their throat behind me.

Both Luke and i turned our gazes and attention towards the voice, my eyes widened and i was pretty sure Luke's were even wider.

Melissa.

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i really wish i could dedicate this book to all of you because you're simply freakin' fantastic and amazing. oh and i suggest that you strap on your seat belts and hang on to the bars with a tight grip for the next chapter([s] maybe) cus drama is about to happen. (-: