𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐝 // 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲

𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 21

𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: cobham
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 13:56pm
𝐏𝐎𝐕: Sienna

The next few days were more than awkward. Two training sessions happened and I only went to one, today. I avoided the other one and made up an excuse not to go as I didn't want to face Cole or any of the other guys' questions.

I felt bad for avoiding everyone else just because of one person and decided to attend this one as I was bored anyway. Reece pulled up and we immediately saw Cole. I looked down straight away to avoid any eye contact.

"You need to talk to him eventually, you know"

I ignored Reece's advice and walked towards Noni and Levi. As I snuck into their conversation, Levi put his arm round me. I was glad things had turned out okay between us and that it wasn't awkward.

I caught Cole staring at us, I could see the jealousy running through him and I watched him take a deep breath and walk away. I hated doing this but I really wanted to avoid any conversation.

Seeing Cole so jealous of another guy being close to me made butterflies fill my body. He was the only thing on my mind and I just wanted his arm to be the one that was slung round my shoulders.

"He still wants you" I looked up at Noni and he smiled at me

"You just need to communicate"

"I don't want too, he hurt me"

"And how do you think he felt when there was articles and pictures of you and Levi looking all cozy"

I shrugged my shoulders, not wanting to admit that he had a point. I was about to change the subject when I realised that he had walked off and someone else had took his space next to me.

"Hey"

I stayed quiet, recognising the voice instantly

"You can't ignore me forever"

I stayed quiet again. Not wanting to engage in any conversation

"Look, I know you still have the spare key to my apartment, come by later. Please"

I contemplated silently but decided to ignore him yet again. I was close to giving into him and deep down I knew I probably would end up at his apartment but I was too proud to admit it. I didn't want him to know the effect he had on me, I didn't want him to know how much I just wanted to be back in his arms every night, how much I wanted to kiss his lips at any given point.

I was so deep in thought I hadn't realised that everyone had gone back into the changing rooms as the session had finished. I looked around for anyone who had hung back but the field was empty.

I dragged my feet along the grass as I walked back to Reece's car to wait. Normally, I would wait inside the building but Cole was usually the first to be ready and I couldn't stand being alone with him.

Luckily for me, Reece was speedy today and we arrived back home within 20 minutes. It was now nearly 5 o'clock and I was pacing round my room, going through the pros and cons of going to Cole's. Best case scenario, me and Cole turn out fine and we go back to how we were, maybe even better. Worst case scenario, it ends up in a massive argument and we never talk again. The pros outweighed the cons and I decided that it would be a good idea for us to try communicate again.

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I decided to walk to Cole's to make sure I had a clear mind before talking to him so I wouldn't accidentally lash out at him. Even if I did I wouldn't apologise, I wish I could slap him round the face but I knew I had to hear him out.

I contemplated whether to knock or let myself in with the spare key I had. I decided to knock out of respect. I waited a few moments before knocking again and there was still no reply.

I ended up letting myself in, assuming he hadn't heard me knocking. I opened the door and the apartment seemed empty, I could hear the shower going and assumed that Cole hadn't heard the knocking over the water.

I made myself comfy on the sofa and instantly realised how much I'd missed being here, cuddled up under Cole's arm, watching film after film. Tears filled my eyes but I instantly blinked them away, not wanting to let my emotions get the better of me.

I heard the bathroom door open and Cole walked out with a towel round his waist. It was quite low, showing off his toned abbs and I instantly felt my cheeks flush. His hair was still dripping wet and I felt myself fall in love all over again.

I coughed lightly to make my presence known and he looked up and acknowledged me. He gave me a small nod and I'm sure I saw a slight smirk appear on his face as he saw my flustered state.

I watched him walk into his room and I sat patiently waiting for him. He left his door slightly ajar and I tried to get a peak, however failed miserably.

He walked back out in some grey joggers and no shirt. Was this man trying to win me over or something? He sat on the other side of the sofa and it was silent for a few moments before he spoke up.

"Thanks for coming"

I gave a small and slow nod. I made eye contact with him and was surprised to see him looking so... sad? I thought he wouldn't care at all but his eyes looked glossy and he looked as if he wanted to cry.

I shifted slightly closer to him so he could return the eye contact and I decided to take over the conversation.

"Can I know who she was?"

"Her names Connie, she's a family friend"

I thought that was all he was going to say but to my surprise, he carried on explaining.

"I swear nothing happened, we never even kissed. She wanted some pictures for content and asked me to post them aswell so that her content would get more attention"

The pieces fitted together in my head but something was telling me not to trust him. His words seemed sincere but he could be completely leading me on.

"We haven't even messaged since I got back"

He handed me his phone and I hesitated before taking it. I opened everything that he could message anyone on. Instagram, tiktok, snapchat, imessages, whatsapp. Everything. The only thing he had was her number so they knew when to meet up at restaurants on holiday.

I handed his phone back and I moved to sit closer to him, part of me believing him.

"Please believe me Sienna. As soon as I posted them I wanted to take them down but I knew it would cause an argument and I didn't want to ruin the holiday"

I smiled at him, he really did have a heart of gold, not wanting to ruin everyone else's holiday.

"Can I ask you something" He asked me

I nodded.

"What's with you and Levi?"

Shit, I hadn't prepared anything to say for that

"Honestly nothing, I tried to give it a go with him because I thought you had moved on with another girl and he liked me. Nothing ever happened, we never kissed, we never did anything. I promise"

I hoped Cole would believe me and I assumed he did when he pulled me closer to him with his hand. He cupped my cheek and looked into my eyes before kissing me. It wasn't like any of our other kisses. This one was slow and loving, as if I was the only girl in the world.

"Never ever go for someone else on the squad" He laughed lightly

My hands ran through his hair and he let out a light moan. I pulled away and smiled at him. He gave me a huge grin. He pushed me further down onto the sofa and I looked up at him. He laid light kisses down my neck and down my collarbone before moving back upto my lips and pulling me into a more passionate kiss.

*authors note*
sorry for not updating, i hope this makes up for it guys 💝💝