AN: So I know this chapter is pretty much the shortest thing ever but it's all a part of the plot that's coming together. There may be a few more short ones but I promise it will be worth it when it all comes together. :) Also I feel bad for not posting for so long.
Marmaduke’s P.O.V. Location: Right outside of the hideout.
“Steph?” I called out quietly. “Steph are you out here?”
“Who’s Steph?” Binky asked, coming out of nowhere.
“Uhh…no one.” I muttered then tried to sneak away.
“Marm?” I heard Steph call back.
“Aw shit.” I said and rubbed the back of my neck.
“No one.” Binky scoffed and turned away. Steph walked out of the bushes and smiled at me.
“Hey.” She said then saw Binky. “Is this not a good time?”
“Who the hell is this?” Binky asked. “Why are you keeping secrets from me? I’m your fucking brother!”
“I can have my own life you know.” I told him and grabbed Steph’s hand. “C’mon let’s go.”
“First I have to find out that you’re bi from a fucking truth or dare game. Now you’re sneaking around with a chick and you haven’t even told me.” Binky fumed.
“Now is not the time.” I said calmly.
“It’s never the time with you!” Binky yelled.
“I should go.” Steph said taking a step back.
“Might as well stay. Don’t want to miss the show now, do you?” Binky had a humorless laugh.
“What’s all of this ruckus?” Camo came out with Tootles and Kathleen.
“Just family feud.” I rolled my eyes. “Not everything has to be out in the open! Let’s go.” I tugged on Steph’s hand.
“What the fuck is going on?” Slight asked, emerging from the hideout. “Ohh new person!” He said excitedly.
“Binky, we’ll talk about this later.” I sighed angrily.
“You know what, fuck you.” Binky yelled then ran in.
“Yeah whatever.” I rolled my eyes and walked off with Steph.
“Shouldn’t you talk to him? Really, it’s okay. I can come back later.” Steph asked when we were out of earshot from the hideout.
“It’s fine. He’s just being pissy because his girlfriend is being difficult. Everyone is on edge around the house right now.” I explained.
“Is there anything I can do?” She asked sweetly. I turned to her and kissed her. She smiled.
“Just keep coming around.” I told her.
"I think I can manage that", she giggled.
I went in to kiss her, but she suddenly pulled back and looked me straight in the eyes with a worried expression.
"Everything's going to be okay you know", she said softly. She cupped my face with her hands and said, "It will all fall into place when the time is right, but I think you should let Binky cool off and then go talk to him later."
"Okay," I said giving her a reassuring smile. I could tell she saw right through it; I hated and loved when she did that. When I was with my ex, she didn't understand me and I'm pretty sure she just wanted me so she could show off to her friends, but not Steph. Steph was definitely attraction at first sight but along with that she was sweet, funny, caring and considerate. When I first met Steph, I admit I was a tad bit shitfaced and I told her everything. I was a bit surprised when she had no reaction whatsoever when I told her I was bi. My ex was a bitch about it and told me it was just a phase and I didn't know what I wanted but not Steph. She had told me her brother was gay, so she had no discrimination towards love.
And when she got shitfaced with me and punched me in the face when I told her I was taken, I knew she was the one for me. I mean, any girl like that who can punch is a winner.
"Wanna go for a swim?" she said biting her lip.
"Oh fuck yes!" I yelled as we ran towards the cove.
