The Missing Texts

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A/N: If you enjoy reading while listening to music then I suggest the song above.

I have a playlist (CHILL) on my Spotify (same as my user on here) that I listen to while I write. If you want to listen to that have at it. :)

I packed my bags the night before. Ethan was following me like a lost puppy. He threw me a pair of his sweat pants and a sweatshirt.
My bags were finally packed. I got up from the floor and smiled at Ethan, who was tentatively watching me. He walked into my arms and I took in his wonderful smell, for possibly the last time in a while. I take a look at the clock and it reads 01:26am.

"E we should get some sleep." I say into his chest.

"Jump." He says, ignoring my comment.

I obey him and rest my head in the crook of his neck. His slight movement causes me to move. His hands travel to my butt and he gives it a light squeeze, making me move up to look down at him. He smiles causing me to kiss him. Realization hits me I won't see this wonderful man for another almost 6 months. The tears start to flow and his hands tangle in my hair. He gently sets me on the bed. I lay on his chest and he plays with my hair. I close my eyes and drift to sleep.

Ethan's alarm clock goes off. I reluctantly get out of bed. I trudge to the bathroom and throw my hair into a messy bun. I walk back into the bedroom and throw on a pair of leggings and one of Ethan's crewnecks.

I walk out to the kitchen to see the boys sitting at the island sipping on their coffees. Grason rises from his chair as soon as he sees me. I trudge over to him and crawl into his tight embrace. After I hug Grayson Aaron hugs me.

I head out to Ethan's Jeep for the last time. He drives to the airport through the morning traffic. As the airport comes into my view a frown marks my face. Ethan gets out of the car and runs to my side to help me gather everything. I turn and look up at him letting out a smile. He takes my suitcase and we enter the airport that is oddly quiet.

"Where to ma'am?" The lady smiles from behind the counter.

"New Jersey." I answer.

"And a pass for him?" He motions her head to Ethan.

"No." I frown.

Ethan grabs my hand. She prints the passes out and I pay for them.

"Good luck." She lets out a gentle smile.

I walk to the next person and he takes my bag. Lastly I walk to the gate of security. I turn to face Ethan.

"Three seconds then leave." I say.

He ignores what I say and hugs me. I stand in his embrace for a second as he kisses my head. He pulls away and starts to walk away. I run to him and jump into his arms. A few tears fall as I bring my hands to his hair. He rubs his hands down my back and I rest my head in the crook of his neck. He lets me down and I smile as I stand on my tip toes to kiss him one last time. I grab his hand as he walks away.

I walk to security in tears and try my best to gather myself. The lady in security takes it easy on me. I finally make my way to my gate.