Don't Jump

Chapter 4

Its been two days since I was discharged from the hospital, meaning in exactly three days I have to go to Southside. To say I am scared shitless would be a major understatment.

Me and Jackson havent really seen each other since I left the hospital so today he was going to pick me up. He told me we was going to his grandparents farm to ride horses and I am so excited.

As I was blow drying my hair after my shower I received a text.

From: Jackson

Wear jeans and boots. See you at five.

Text recieved: 4:39

I didnt bother responding before walking into my closet and pulling out a pair of American Eagle jeans. I paired it with a tank top, and grabbed my Ariat boots. Applying minimal makeup, I braided my hair to the side.

The next time I looked at the time he would be here any minute so I scribled my mom a note, and magnetized it to the fridge. Grabbing my house keys I made my way out the door. To my surprise Jackson was leaning against the porch railing already waiting for me. I gave him a smile before we walked side by side to his car.

"No way in hell, cupcakes are better!" I yelled defensivly. "Nope its clearly muffins." He retorted.

So we was currently half way through the two hour drive arguing over cupcakes and muffins. (AN comment your favorite) "Fine, agree to disagree." I said while crossing my arms across my chest in difiance. From the corner of my eye I watched his lips twitch up. "Deal." He grumbled.

After that I must have fell asleep because I woke up to Jacksin singing The Script. I was trying really hard to stay quiet until the chorus. When it finally came on I sang with him.

"When you're standing in the hall of fame
And the world's gonna know your name
'Cause you burn with the brightest flame
And the world's gonna know your name
And you'll be on the walls of the hall of fame!"

Jackson had stopped singing after he realized I was awake. If only you could have seen his face, it was priceless. "How long have you been awake?" He asked while eyeing my suspiciously. I just responded with a sly grin. "Maybe I was never asleep." I said trying to embarass him, but to my amazment he laughs out loud. "Umm, what?" I asked in confusion. "You was definatly asleep. You was snoring so loud that I had to turn on the radio."

I felt my cheeks turn crimson red, so I sheilded my face with my black hair. "Was not." I said in embarrasment. "Im kidding Rylin, but now I know you was asleep." He said laughing. I gasped before turning around and playfully punching his shoulder. "Jerk."

As the car came to a stop I looked around, and saw chickens clucking the ground. There was a dog in a pin next to the barn, and a very intimidating bull in the lot. "Ready?" I nodded my head yes to his question, and stepped away from the vehicle. Jackson came up from behind me and guided me to the horse barn.

"Double Trouble or lil bit?" Jackson asked while pointing at the two shortest horses. I stated at him in worry. "Double Trouble?" I asked. "Dont worry shes harmless." He reponded. "Well I think I will take Lil bit." I said while walking towards the black horse and grabbed the bridle from Jackson. I followed him and his horse out of the stalls, and into the pasture behind the barn. Jackson showed me how to correctly mount the horse, and how to quide her.

At first it was kinda bumpy and it was hard to hold on, but after a while it got easier. Halfway through the trail we stopped to eat lunch. Jackson had packed us both sandwiches and a bottle of soda a peice. "This is really good thanks." I said as I took a drink of my coke. "No problem Rylin, I had alot of fun." He responded. When was both finished we cleaned up our mess and rode the rest the way to the stables.

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After we put Lil Bit and Double Trouble back in the stables, we went to talk to his grandparents.

We were currently sitting in his car on the way home. Only this time I didnt have the excitment of horse back riding to keep my mind from wondering back to Mr. Emmons and Southside. I was almost in tears, when I heard Jackson ask what was wrong. I tried my best to fake a smile and tell him everything was fine. But he saw right through it.

"Just tell me Ry, I wont breathe a word." Thats all it took before I tottaly broke down and told him everything. When I finished I thought he was being quiet because he didnt know how to respond but what he said next had me breathless and confused.

"Run away with me."

Okay so that chapter 4. Vote, comment, and thanks for reaing. ~Bre