So High School (Chris Evans) 18+

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It's taken a while getting here, but after months of planning and waiting, finally I walk into Chris's house as the driver brings my luggage in. My whole life crammed into two large suitcases. Chris is away filming, so he's not here to meet me, but he said where the key would be and told me to let myself in.

The house is quiet, and now I wonder what room I should take. Is there a specific one apart from his that I shouldn't go into? I don't want to assume that I'll be sharing with him.

I walk into the kitchen and see a note on the counter.

Make yourself at home. Ma's gonna bring you groceries on the day you arrive. I'll call you xx

I send him a text to let him know that I'm here, before I make myself a coffee and open up the doors that lead to the backyard. Lisa may arrive soon as Chris has probably told her that I was getting here today.

So...this is my life now. I have a job lined up that I'll be starting soon as well as renovating Chris's home on the side. As for the living situation? I honestly don't know how this is going to go or what exactly we are. We're not together, but at the same time we are. I think it's a conversation that we need to have when he's back.

I hear my phone on the counter and head over to answer it. "Hey".

"Hey you, you get there ok?" Chris asks.

"Yeah thankfully. Flight's taken it outta me as usual. I just need to let the jet lag wear off and then finally I can be on Boston time".

He chuckles. "Hell yeah, I'd love you to be on that and something else too". His voice lowers slightly so I'm guessing he could be with Josh most likely.

"Stop". I grin.

"What? I've had to settle for pictures that you send me and my hand since you were last here. Now I've got the real thing".

"When do you get back?" I ask leaning against the counter and surveying the kitchen that he wants updating.

He thinks for a moment. "A couple of weeks, which sucks coz I just can't wait to be done with this and home". He pauses. "Ma's around if you need company. When do you start work?"

"Next week. I needed to get my bearings, but no doubt I'll be calling her if I need anything".

"She's just sent me a message that she's on her way to you now, so expect her in about twenty".

"Alright. I've missed you". I tell him

His distinct chuckle sounds down the line again. "Missed you more. When I'm back there's some stuff we need to talk about. Not bad, good stuff".

"Alright. Oh, by the way what room did you want me to take?"

"I assumed you'd be sleeping with me?" There's a playfulness to his tone. "But in all seriousness if not, then choose whatever room you want, ooooor mine..."

"Is that a hint for 'move your shit into my room anyway'".

"Pretty much, anyway I gotta get back at it - I'll call you later".

We say our goodbyes and then explore the house as I wait for Lisa to arrive. I put my stuff in a different room, then Chris can decide if he wants me in his when he gets back.

"Hello? Tam?" Comes a voice from downstairs and I see Lisa letting herself in with the grocery bags. "Ah! you look so much better! Look at you!" She puts the bags down and now stands back to take a look at me after we hug. "You look like the Tam that I know - have you spoke to Chris?".

"Yeah, about half an hour ago, he's gonna call again tonight".

She nods at this. "Good...good, right, I have groceries for you so you don't starve, although I'm sure you've been here enough times to know where the stores are?" Eyeing me knowingly.

"Yeah, I know where they are".

"You're more than welcome at mine this evening for dinner if you don't want to be alone".

I smile at this. "Oh, that's ok - I'll probably be falling asleep over the table if I'm honest".

"Well I'll let you get settled in. I'm so glad you've finally done it and got over here".

"Me too. How's everyone doing?" I ask of the family.

Lisa helps me put the food away. "They're all good, real excited about seeing you again. So if you could put Scott outta his misery and come drop in when he's here next week then that would be great". She laughs.

"I wouldn't be surprised if he turns up unannounced here if I'm honest". He did last time I stayed here, and almost caught us mid fuck.

"Yes, that's my son all over - full of surprises". She sighs, "Anyway, I'll give you my number and if you need anything then just call me, ok?"

"Thank you". I hug her tightly, now feeling a little overwhelmed that this is actually real and I am here. Living here.

She smiles weakly, "come on now, don't cry. You got out, you're finally free of him, and safe".

I nod and wipe my eyes. "My parents pretty much told me to get a restraining order against him, so I did".

"Good. He didn't love you or respect you with the way you were treated. From everything I know, it just sounded like he wanted a housewife to stay home and wait on him hand and foot".

"Yeah. Pretty much..."

Thankfully I haven't had any contact with Daniel since the day he came to the office, and I haven't seen him, so I'm glad that he is well and truly out of my life and I'm as far away from him as possible.

Now all I need is Chris back and finally I'll feel at home once and for all.