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{ riley's version }

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maxie

so you're going to fly
and i'll meet you at the airport

sounds good

we won't make you do much
today is pretty chill
i just want you to see the merch
we'll take a few photos
most can be taken tomorrow

cools to me

you might be the easiest
i don't think anyone else was this chill

i've modeled before
not brands
but for dance

i might have you do more
if this goes well

as long as i get free merch

LMAO
you're great
of course
see you soon

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Lando was sitting on the bed as I packed the last little bit of my stuff. He wasn't going to be flying out for a few more days and I knew he was feeling weird about it but it was just a day or two. I put my suitcase on the floor, leaning over to bump his head.

"It's barely even a day, with time differences."

"It's still weird. I haven't had a day without you since you started working."

I snorted. "You sound like a clingy boyfriend."

"I do not. I just, it's weird." He flopped back on the bed like he'd just been shot. "I'm used to seeing you."

"It's just a few hours. Now, come on. I need to get to the airport."

He groaned but got up from the bed. I went to reach for my bags but he slapped my hand away. I pulled back, shocked as he gave me a look.

"I'm carrying them."

"Okay, damn. Sassy ass man."

He winked at me over his shoulder as we walked out of the room. "You know it."

Lando put the bags into the trunk before running around to open the door for me. I took his hand, helping me in. My phone automatically connected and I started Call It What You Want. Lando rolled his eyes but didn't change it as we started driving, humming along.

I knew he listened to my playlist just from the amount of time we spent driving or sharing AirPods during flights but it was always still surprising to see him jamming along to my music. It was a sweet thing. It was simple, domestic.

We got to the airport and Lando didn't move to get out of the car.

"Lan?"

"I know, I know." He looked over at me. "I just don't like it."

"I will see you in a few hours and I will text you when I land. Plus, I will be with Max. It will be fine."

He nodded. "Okay, okay."

I smiled and Lando got out of the car, opening the door for me. He bumped his head against mine and I smiled as he Lando went to grab my bags. He carried them into the airport and walked me to the gate. I could see the weird kinda sadness in his eyes and I dropped my backpack.