Pretend; Toy Soldiers

19: Family

"Joey... Relax. I just fell and he said something really corny" I chuckled trying to cover it up. Joey sighed in relief "Thank god..." He mumbled. I wasn't sure he said it pretty quietly. He comes over to me and practically yanks me away from Billy. He hugs me, but my head is turned towards a red faced Billy. My heart pounds against his chest but keep my head on Joeys chest.

I didn't know what that was about but i knew what Billy was about to do. I jumped when Joey moved his arms around my waist and squeezes. I looked up at him and smiled. He kissed my neck and i giggled. I looked over at Billy who quickly snapped around. I wrapped my arms around Joeys neck as he kissed under my jaw. He kissed all the way up to my ear, i could feel his breathe on my neck which sent chills down my spine "I can't wait to be alone with you" He whispered. My ears got red and i bit me lip. Alone...

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We put the bags on the shelves on the bus and sat down. The seats were set up so we faced each other. Me and Joey sat next to each other and Billy across from me. I leaned my head against the window and blew out a breathe causing my cheeks to puff up "Wow, aren't we static" Joey remarks. I look over at Billy who only rolls his eyes.

"I was only joking, Billy" Joey sighs "I know... I'm just worried" He sighs. I lean forward and put my hand on his "You'll do great. And you've got us" I smile. He looks at our hands then up to me. He locks eyes with me and stares deeply into them. I furrow my eyebrows and pull my hand back "I know.." He says bluntly then turn back to the window.

I look at Joey who shrugs. I turn my head towards the window and sigh. I feel a pair of lips on my neck and I smile. This is going to be one hell of a weekend.

The ride was about and hour long but it seemed like it was 15 minuets. Once we arrived at the bus stop, we grabbed our bags and walked off. It was around 6:30.

"Anywhere we're supposed to go?" I ask Billy "Uh... I think this way" He starts to walk towards the entrance of the bus station. Me and Joey trail behind him, taking in the sights.

"This is a nice looking place... Better then the bus stop we have" Joey says while grabbing my hand. I nod in agreement. "Yea.. Do you think his parents are nice?" I ask and Joey shrugs "Maybe. He doesn't talk about them much."

I nod. Deciding not to bring up anything else. We go under a arch like figure and look around. Billy stands in front of us, chewing on his finger. I grab Joey's hand and pull him up to Billy. Someone finally grabs my attention, A couple nervously grasping onto each other and a small girl. I nudge Billy and nod towards the couple "Is that them?"

He tenses up and grips tightly onto his bag "Yea.." He mutters. Joey looks at the family and smiles, they furrow their eyebrows at him as he waves. I look at him like he's a kid throwing a fake tantrum and he shrugs "No regrets." He mumbles to himself. The family notices Billy and the woman covers her mouth.

The little girl grins, showing her one front tooth "Billy!" She yells. She opens her arms and   runs over to Billy. They meet half way and crash into a hug. I smile as The little girl squeezes him.

"Oh, Lilia" He mutters "Billy! I saw you on the news! And I lost my tooth! And I turned 6! And I--" She see's me and Joey and freezes. Billy turns around and smiles at us, signaling we can walk over. Me and Joey walk over and I crouch down by Billy "Hello." I blush.

She hides behind Billy who laughs "It's okay, Lil. She's friendly" Billy looks up at me and winks. I smile and sit on my butt. Lilia, I'm guessing, leans over to Billy's ear "She bweatiful" She whispers loudly in his ear. Causing my laugh "I know right" Billy replies. Causing Joey to tense up and my heart to stop beating.

Wait what.

Billy's parents approach us, Billy stands up. "William" His mom squeaks, tears pouring out of her eyes. She jumps into his arms and he hugs her tightly. "Hi, Mom" He says. I smile and bite my lip. I'm happy for Billy, and fairly proud of him. When his Mom lets go, he turns to his Dad. Billy hold out his hand, offering to shake it. His dad denies it, pulling him into a 'bro' hug. My heart pounds with happiness.