Broken (A Zach Bryan Fan Fiction)

Chapter 12

I groaned and rolled over as the sunlight poured into my room, I did not want to get out of my warm cozy bed. It was then that the memories of last night came flooding back, Zach's soft lips pressed gently against mine, him telling me he's been waiting months to do that.

I glanced at my phone, 10:03 a.m., and looked down at my notifications

Zach: Hey Brynn, still up for that date?

A smile spread across my face, I replied to him letting him know I was looking forward to it and shortly after my response my phone buzzed gain.

Zach: Looking forward to it, I'll pick you up at 1 p.m. :)

I grabbed my speaker and made my way to the bathroom, I knew Zach was a great singer and was quickly gaining popularity but I didn't know too many of his songs. I searched his name in Spotify and shuffled the music, as I stepped into the shower the song Hope Again started playing.

I stood under the warm water, letting it wash over me while Zach's voice serenaded me. He had such a beautiful voice, I could listen to it all day. As I stepped out of the shower I threw my hair up in a towel and one around my body. 

I walked into the kitchen and grabbed an apple from the fridge. I boosted myself up onto the counter and ate in silence letting my thoughts consume me.

Why me? He could pretty much have his pick of any woman, so why me? I saw the way some of these women looked at him in the bar when he was singing.

After finishing my apple I made my way back to the bathroom. I removed the towel from my hair and brush my hair. I quickly blowdried my hair, apply some heat protectant and curled my hair to give it a more of a natural beach wave look. I applied some light makeup and then headed back to my bedroom to pick out an outfit.

It felt as though I had nothing in my closet, however I finally settled on a pair of light wash jeans with a few rips, a plain t-shirt and a cardigan. I threw on a pair of boots and made my way to the living room. I glanced down at my phone to look at the time, 12:53 p.m.

I figured I still had a bit of time so I scrolled through some more of Zach's songs, I settled on the song Come as You Are and sat back on the couch. I closed my eyes and let the music flood my ears. I was so entranced by the music I hadn't even noticed the fact that Zach had stepped into my apartment until I hear him singing with the track

And this world has been so cruel to me

And it's been the same to them

But I don't mind sharin' my sweet depression

With some boys that act just like me

I looked up embarrassed and quickly shut off the music but he continued to sing looking me right in the eyes.

And a girl who does the same

I don't know how I got here

But I'm glad as hell I came

Come as you are, however broken.

He took a step closer to me and grabbed my hand and pulled me up off the couch enveloping me into a hug as he sang a few more words gently in my ear.

And we will see if we can make you whole again,

I inhaled sharply as he sang those words and he held me a little tighter in his embrace. Tears threatened to escape as I stood there clinging onto him. He pulled away from the hug and placed his hands on my shoulders.

"I mean that" he whispered sincerely.

I sniffled and nodded my head, scared that if I started to speak the tears that were threatening to escape would be unmanageable.

"Come on, lets go" he said as he slid his arms down from my shoulders to my hands. He took hold of one of my hands and let me towards the door. Once we were outside he opened the door of his Bronco for me and I climbed in. He closed the door once I was settled and walked over to the drivers seat.

"Ready?" he asked kindly.

I nodded my head as he put the car into gear.

I had no idea where we were going but I was just excited to be sending time with him. It was such a beautiful day and I was very much looking forward to spending time with Zach and getting know him better.

He looked over at me as he drove and smiled. He removed one hand from the steering wheel and placed it over mine. We sat in a happy silence as we drove. He pulled into a parking lot of a beautiful park. He looked over at me as I gave him a quizzical look all he did was smile and exit the vehicle. He opened the door for me and grabbed my hand as I stepped out. 

He walked me over to a somewhat shaded area near a pond where the sunlight was still able to filter through the mature trees. A blanket was laid out across the freshly manicured grass, on top of the blanket was a brown whicker basket.

"A picnic?" I asked with a hint of childish joy in my voice.

"Yes" he replied with a hearty laugh.

We walked over to the blanket hand in and hand and sat down. From the basket he pulled out a container of chocolate covered strawberries, a few sandwiches, sparkling water, two glasses, and various fruits and vegetables.

We sat and chatted the afternoon away learning as much as we could about each other. I turned my head to look over at the water when I felt something land against my cheek. I turned around and saw Zach pick up another grape, before I knew it he tossed another one at me and hit me right in the cheek.

"Come on, you must have better aim than that" I teased.

"Oh, it's on" he replied.

He grabbed another grape and tossed it, I moved my head and caught it in my mouth throwing my hands up in victory. Zach laughed and tackled me in a hug that was meant to be playful, but I instantly froze up as memories flooded my brain.

"Shit Brynn" Zach panicked "I-I'm so sorry, I wasn't thinking"

I calmly took a deep breath and collected myself.

"It's okay" I told him sincerely.

He still looked so defeated and upset with himself so I mustered up all of the courage I could and leaned forward and placed a soft kiss on his lips. Zach pulled away looking shocked.

I looked at him with pain "I thought..." I trailed off putting my head down.

Zach placed a finger under my chin and forced me to look up to him.

"You thought right" He said "I just wasn't expecting you to make the first move, I didn't want you to be uncomfortable.

I pulled him back towards me by the collar of his shirt and kissed him again. He snaked his arms around my waist  and pulled me closer as he deepened the kiss. His lips felt strong and sure, just like him, he grabbed me by my hips and pulled me onto his lap without breaking the kiss. All too soon he pulled away, placing his forehead against mine and his hands on either side of my face. Both of us breathing heavily.

"Damn Brynn" he murmured.

I giggled and placed another peck on his lips.

"Today has been amazing" he beamed.

"It really has" I agreed.

All too soon our date was over and he was bringing me back home.

I could get used to this.

~whisperingspring