Staying at Calum and Luke's place is still weird, yet comforting. It's nice to have people that aren't throwing beer bottles, or cursing how much of a mistake you are. Their apartment didn't smell like cigarettes, beer, and the vibe wasn't tense. Depending on which part of the apartment you're at, it smelt like either Luke or Calum. A scent of pine trees with a light vanilla, or a scent of Cool Water by Davidoff.
As caring as Luke is, Calum was sometimes. I still felt bad about being here. I didn't want to be a burden to them. I didn't know them that much. Luke and I have been playing little "Get to know me" games, while Calum is still a mystery to me. Sometimes he'll be mean and tease me, or he'll be gentle. I've been quiet and polite since I've been here. I didn't want them to be upset at me for anything, especially Calum and his attitude.
While I continued to wonder about the grumpy pants, I was getting dressed in Luke's bathroom. Violet gave me a pair of black leggings while Luke gave me one of his V-neck shirts. He said he didn't wear it anymore, and allowed me to cut it half way. I still had my skate highs to wear, and Calum surprisingly gave me his black hoodie for when it gets cold. It was time for me to head back to work, I had Ashton cover me enough at the Tea Shop. He told them I had a "family" issue, which was true. It's just the word family didn't fit the meaning for those people..
Skipping out of the bathroom, I went to the living room where Luke was waiting for me. Calum had gone to the gym and said he'll meet me at the shop after my shift. Leaning against the front door frame with Calum's hoodie in his hand, Luke. "Luuuuuuke! I'm ready to go!"
"Someone's in a good mood to go to work," he noted as we headed out the door to his car. Which was what usual color? B l a c k. As we both hopped in, car started, and ready to go, I found a sticky note on the dashboard:
Put gas in the car you dickface
-Cal
Crumpling up the little paper in his hand, Luke laughed and reversed out drive away.
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Everything went swell at the Tea Shop as my shift went on. Everyone welcomed me back, asked how I was, and some even said they missed me. Ashton engulfed me in a tight hug while spewing out how he apologizes for not visiting. Which I could understand, I had him take my shifts at the Tea Shop. It was also okay since I didn't want him starting anything with Calum. He almost called him a monster the last time we texted, and it just made me mad. Ashton knows that I hate when people judge without knowing the full story. Just because he's my best friend, it didn't give him any exceptions.
Going out back, I needed to take out the trash. Our dumpster was in the alley way, the sketchy ones you would see in movies. But, it was daylight right now, so no funny business there. Dragging the smelly garbage bag to the dumpster, I recklessly threw it over. I was always assigned dumpster duty when I was the shortest one. I couldn't even see over the dumpster for christ sake! Grumbling to myself about the scent of the dump, I turned around and hit a hard body. I assumed the worst scene that would happen like the movies before I looked up. My assumption didn't match the appearance.
Instead of a scary, horrible, buff looking man. I was met with a tall guy, pale skin, Red Power Ranger colored hair, black open sweater with long sleeves, and a harsh grey-green stare. He looked like he could be around the same age of Calum or Ashton. Along with the height. The way his stare never left my eyes made me uncomfortable...
"Can I help you," I asked as loud.
"Calum," he replied simply.
"Calum?"
"Yes, Calum. Don't play dumb with me right now stupid girl. Tell me where he is," he answered bluntly as he stepped closer. I took a step back, out of all the things this guy would want. I didn't think he'd ask about Calum.
"I don't know where he is.. I haven't seen him since he last went to this shop awhile back.." I didn't know what to tell him, or what I'd be asking Calum later.
"I don't have time for your little lies right now. You literally reek of his and Luk-" A swift wind blew by as I held onto my glasses. There was no wind in the forecast, or a blonde guy.
"Someone call for me?" Luke asked with humorously. He stood tall in front of me, blocking the view of the other guy. With their ginormous height, you wouldn't even think I'm here. The other guy held a stern stare while Luke held an amused one.
"Calum."
"He isn't here Clifford. What do you need?" "Nothing that concerns you, it's between me and Hood."
"Well, I guess you'll have to wait then. Come on babe," with that Luke took my small hand in his and began to lead me away.
"I'll take the girl then."
"I dare you. Calum wouldn't want to talk to you anymore than he does right now."
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"Lenia? Where are you?"
Wondering down the hall I made eye contact with the brown eyed guy that brought me confusion. His main focus though, was the fact that I was wearing his shirt. That Luke tossed at me earlier after spilling BBQ sauce on me during lunch. It hung off my frame a bit, but then again he was about a foot taller.
"Are you okay? Did he touch you? No threats?" He questioned while he looked at my previous injuries. This is the most emotion I've seen him show since I've been here. It was pleasant, yet strange.
"He just asked about you and wanted to know where you were. I told him I haven't seen you in awhile, but he said I reeked of you and Luke? But, I was far from him and there was no wind blowing? I don't think your guys' cologne is that strong.. right?" I explained curiously. Unless that Clifford guy had a keen sense of smell, there would be no way he could smell me from that far.
"Good, don't mind him, It's just someone I use to talk to before. He's bad new and isn't worth any thought alright? Where ever you are, make sure Luke is with you or within distance."
"Is he dangerous? Besides his stare and tone, I didn't sense anything peculiar about him. Eve-wait, Calum Hood. Are you worried about me?" I wanted to entertain the thought for a bit..
"ME?! NO! EL-OH-FUCKING-EL LEN!BYE!" He sarcastically with a snort and quickly walked off.
"Uhm... alright?"
Calum: I'll be out later, take my bed instead of the couch.
Calum: I do care... a little bit. (Error. Try again)
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I made this draft in March and it is now May. I have 4 weeks left of school till I graduate and I don't know what I'm doing with this story honestly. I've been seeing people add it to their story lists. I'm just wondering why tbh cause I update so slow on this.. But thanks for that guys :')
-Sharlene
