bubba || c.b

14

Colby's POV

I love meeting my fans, this is the most content I have felt in a long time. I am surrounded by people who love and support Sam and I. Yes, I am slightly uncomfortable due to the large amounts of people, but I shove that social anxiety deep down and keep a smile on my face. Our fans amaze me each and every day, and I make sure to thank every single one of them as they walk away.

We have been standing here for what seems like forever and although I have more than enough in front of me to keep me entertained- I keep my eye on the line waiting for Morgan and Mia. Seeing Morgan holding Mia, rocking her, comforting her in line- even though she is half the size of her made my heart swell. My beautiful girls. My beautiful fans. If everyone else were to leave, I know that those two would still be here for Sam and I- and I would be content. That scares me. Although I only met the two of them 24 hours ago I somehow can't imagine this experience, or the rest of my life without having some sort of contact with them. They aren't normal fans. They aren't crazed, and attention seeking like some of the others. Mia is quite literally the cutest thing I have ever seen, polite, sassy, and very mature for her age. And I have no doubt that is thanks to her older sister.

I am pulled from my thoughts by a tap on the shoulder from my best friend standing next to me.

"There they are." he says with a smile, pointing at the line.

I follow his finger and there they are. Morgan looks exhausted, but she has a smile on her face looking at her little sister who is still in her arms. Mia looks like she had just woken up again judging by her puffy eyes and confused facial expression. She looks up at Morgan who is pointing in my direction. Mia turns her head and immediately her eyes light up. She slides herself down to the ground and bolts toward Sam and I. Launching herself into my arms. I snag her and squeeze her like my life depends on it. No words have been spoken so I take a moment to look up in search for Morgan. To my dismay she stays put and is not in my arms along with her sister. But she has her phone out recording with a smile on her face and glossy eyes.

With one arm still holding Mia, I wave her over.

"Come on, don't be shy."

She stuffs her phone back in her pocket and heads for us. Her head is down, her hair falling over her shoulders into her face.

She gives Sam and hug, which he gladly returns as she whispers something in his ear.

Sam's POV

I am watching Colby and Mia, this girl loves us. And the scary part... I can tell he loves her, he has grown attached.

I peel my gaze away as I feel arms wrap around me, Morgan.

I can't help the smile that comes to my face. These two girls are different. As I rock us back and forth, she turns her head toward my ear and says-

"Thank you. I will not get emotional in front of all these people, but both of you have helped me more than you could ever comprehend. I am so grateful for this experience, it is something I will remember forever. And I hope Mia does too."

We pull apart and I notice the single tear falling down her face. I just smile. This is the shit I live for. Helping people in hard times, making their lives just a little bit better, helping them push through.

"We will always be here, for everyone in this room. But especially for you two." I whisper with a smile.

"Thank you, now I think someone else wants a hug." she says with a chuckle.

I look down and there the little munchkin is, sporting our merch.

"There's the girl of the hour!!!" I say grabbing her under the armpits and swinging her in a circle before settling her on my hip.

"SAMMY!!!!" she squeals.

Morgan's POV

I watch Mia settle into Sam's arms and make sure she is safe before turning my attention to Colby, who already has his eyes on me.

"Hi" I whisper, moving closer so we can have a somewhat private conversation. Similar to the one I had with Sam, although probably more emotional. I have always had more of a pull toward Colby- even through my TV or phone screen. And I think that is because we have quite a few things in common. And let's face it, Colby is totally my type on paper. Ask my mom about my ex boyfriends.

"Hi." he whispers back, opening up his arms.

I quickly place myself in between them, wrapping my arms around his neck, laying my head on his shoulder, sneakily inhaling his scent.

He squeezes me, almost enough to take my breath away. I start my little rant, just as I did with Sam.

"I just want to say thank you. Thank you for being you. Thank you for putting yourself out there, even when it may have made you uncomfortable to put yourself in the public eye the way you have. Thank you for making stupid ass videos to put a smile on my face- your fans faces. I don't think you realize how much of an impact you have made. On me, on Mia, on everyone in this room. Truthfully, and I know this sounds corny- I don't know where I would be right now if I hadn't found you guys on YouTube. You especially have helped me through so much Colby. I genuinely am so so grateful." I let out a huff after my little rant. Turning my head to look out at the crowd, but not pulling away from this man. I won't until I have to.

He brings his head down toward me, blocking my view from the hundreds of eyes on me.

"Your amazing. I had no part in that, it was all you." he mutters.

I lift my head from it's hiding spot in his neck to look at him. He has tears in his eyes, but a genuine small smile.

I shake my head at him, looking down. Another damn tear sliding down my cheek.

He grabs my chin between his thumb and index finger, making me look him in the eye and says-

"I want you to look at me, I want to see those beautiful blue eyes as I tell you this, and I want you to listen hard." he lets out an exaggerated exhale before continuing.

"You are amazing Morgan, in every aspect. You are caring, beautiful, I know damn well you're smart, independent, and strong. Not to mention, your a good ass sister. Do you see that little girl over there?" he says with a nod toward Mia.

I nod.

"Would she be here with out you? Would she be meeting us if it weren't for you? Would she act the way she does if it weren't for you? Would she be as confident if it weren't for you?" he asks.

I shrug. I feel more tears forming. Mia is my everything, she is the only other reason I stick around.

"No. The answer to all of those questions is no. That amazing little girl is who she is because of you. End of story." He answers his own question.

"She is my best friend Colby. I want her to have the confidence I don't have. I want her to have the experiences I wasn't able to as a kid. I am hell bent on seeing her thrive, and I will do anything I can to help her make that happen." I whisper.

He let's go of my chin and pulls me in for another tight hug. I find my way back to his neck to hide from the eyes again. I feel his lips on my cheek as he mutters "She will."