Tatum's POV:
It's been forever. Well, at least that's what it feels like. I miss all of the Lynch's like crazy. But thankfully, Rocky, being the nice and amazing person he is, he called me up and asked for me to come over. He's picking me up in a few minutes. So I sit on the couch and wait for his arrival.
I flick on the television, and guess what happens to come on? Yep, you guessed it. Austin and Ally popped up on the screen. I felt tears brimming my eyes as they welled up quickly. How am I going to be able to see him today, in person, when I can't even look at his face on a screen? I can't even hear his voice without breaking down. This is disastrous.
I hear a faint knock on the door, and I jump. I wipe under my eyes and stand up, walking over to the door. I take a deep breath and turn the doorknob, swinging the door open. I see Rocky standing on the other side with a big smile on his face. I bite my lip and fake a smile.
"Tatum, how are you?" he asked, opening his arms for me too fall into. I hug him tightly and take in his scent. He plants a soft kiss on the top of my head and I then pull away.
Rocky takes my hand and pulls me out to his car, opening the passenger side door for me. I thank him and sit down, buckling myself up. He shuts my door and walks to his side, sits down, and starts up the car. He revs it up a few times, causing me to laugh. He smiles and starts driving away, in the direction of his house.
I feel the sweat on my palms as they heat up. I wipe my hands on my pants, trying to calm myself down. As we approach closer and closer to the house, I start to see familiar houses and land that Ross and I have passed in his car. I can now see the house and I look down at my legs. I guess you can say it's now time for me to face my fears.
After Rocky parked the car in the driveway, we both exited it and began walking up to the house. I gulped as he unlocked the door and opened it. He looked at me and smiled, as he let me enter first. Wow, thanks Rocky. So I took his offer, and entered.
Everyone was on the couch, watching a movie. And when I say everyone, I also mean Ross and his girlfriend who I haven't meant yet. I don't even know her name yet. He looked at me. He had his arm around her, and my I say, she was beautiful. She had long brown hair and pretty brown eyes. Oh gosh, I have some competition.
I rolled my eyes and shook my head, but was cut off when I heard my name.
"Tatum!" Rydel squealed. She jumped up and ran towards me, bringing me into a bone crushing hug. I smiled when I knee that one person actually missed me.
I saw Ellington, Ryland, and Riker stand up and walk over to me. They each hugged me and kissed me cheek. I smiled and blushed. "I love you guys."
Ryland threw me over his shoulder and I started giggling. I kept pounding on his back and laughing. As Ryland spun around, I saw Ross staring at us. Oh well. He could've had this, be he gave it up. His loss. Suddenly, I felt a slight pain on my butt.
"Ryland! Oh my gosh, did you just slap my butt?" I laughed. I heard him laugh too and I felt him nod. I bit my lip.
"Hey! You never touch a lady there! Not unless she's ready or she wants you too! Haven't you learned anything?" said a very familiar voice. Ross. Ross was yelling at Ryland, for touching my butt. That has to be jealousy! Oh my god.
Ross does realize that his girlfriend is sitting right there, right? Ryland placed me back down on the ground again, and I looked over at Ross. I rolled my eyes and shook my head. Payback, Rossy.
"No Ross, it's okay. I wanted him to, I didn't care. I'm fine," I smirked at him. "Now, how about you introduce me to your little friend."
He rolled his eyes as well, annoyed. "This is my amazing, beautiful girlfriend, Courtney. Isn't that right, babe?" he pecked her lips. She smiled and kissed his cheek.
I felt that pang of jealousy. I felt the tears coming on. I felt everything. I can't cry in front of everybody. That would be terrible. "I - I have to use the bathroom," I stuttered, running up the steps.
I found Ross's room and slammed the door shut when I got inside. I wish I was his. I started balling into his pillow, but taking in the wonderful scent coming from it. Ross smells so good. I wish I could do this everyday, but with him by my side. I wanna cuddle in this big, comfy bed with him. I wanna laugh and cuddle and kiss him right here.
"Tatum?" his angelic voice came from the doorway. I looked up, my makeup probably running down my cheeks, my face probably ugly as ever. I shook my head and stood up, wiping my eyes.
"I'm sorry, I just - I wanted to um,"
I stopped. Ross walked up to me and stood in front of me, looking down into my eyes. I froze. I felt his grasp my hands in his and lace our fingers together. He does realize what he's doing, right? His girlfriend is right downstairs. I shook my head at him, but he just nodded.
My breath got heavy again, and I let out shaky breaths. I gulped as I saw Ross slowly leaning down towards my face with those perfect lips. Those pink, plump, perfect lips. They're like a dream come true.
In one quick movement, his lips were on mine. I instantly kissed back, feeling butterflies. I finally have his lips again. I didn't even think. I couldn't think. All I could focus on was Ross and this amazing moment.
This went on for a good while, without any interruptions or distractions. Ross's large, strong hands roamed my body, and this time, I let them. I knew I could trust Ross. I knew he would never hurt me, or force me into anything, so I let him touch me. And it felt good. It left me begging for more. Yearning for more. I was actually kinda turned on.
I suddenly felt his hand on my butt, and the flashbacks came into place. He yelled at Ryland for this. So he was jealous. He was jealous that his brother touched my butt, and not him. So I pulled away, just to be smart.
He smiled at me and I laughed. "Hey, I thought you weren't suppose to touch a girl there unless she's ready or she wants you to," I joked. He laughed.
"You didn't want me to?" he frowned. I shook my head.
"Ross, please don't do this to me. You know I like you, a lot. And you're dating what's her face now, so I'm not an option. I just-"
He cut me off. "Tatum, I've realized something. I want to be with you. I made a huge mistake when I let you go. And, you know my girlfriend Courtney?" I nodded. "She was just there to make you jealous. And to kind of help me get over you. Listen, I know you probably hate me for all I've done, and you probably never want to see me again, but if you're up for it, I want you to be my girlfriend, Tatum."
I felt a tear run down my cheek. I nodded vigorously and jumped into Ross's arms, hugging him. "I could never hate you, Ross. You're an amazing guy, and I can't live without you. And yes, I'll be your girlfriend. A million times yes!" I giggled, kissing his cheek.
He smiled and placed a gentle kiss on my lips. "Thank you, Tatum. You're definitely the best thing that's ever happened to me."
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Hey guys! Sorry it took so long! I'm dedicating this chapter to... drum roll please... @HereComesForever15! She's awesome guys!
Stay Rossome!
-flawless_ross
