The Swift-Sheeran Family.

Chapter 15

We sat down on the jet for our flight to Toronto so we could spend part of December with Shawn's family. It was the early hours of the morning and I curled up next to Shawn to sleep. He snakes his arm around me and kisses my temple sweetly. I slowly begin to feel my eyes closing and my body telling me to sleep.
Shawn's POV:
She looks adorable as she sleeps and her breathing is the only noise I can hear. I was really excited to see my family and I knew they were going to love having us around too.
My Mom has grown a real soft spot for A and Arri and Aaliyah were like best friends. My Dad loves her too, including her incredible sense of humour.
The only one not to like her was my Aunt who really disliked her. I don't know why but I don't particularly care. I love A and that's all that matters.
We touchdown and I wait for the plane to stop before shaking A slightly. I kiss the corner of her lips and her eyes begin to open. "Hello Sleeping Beauty," I say and she groans.
"Are we here?" She asks and I nod.
"Yeah beautiful," She piles her hair into a ponytail whilst the doors of the jet open. As we walk off I see my parents and bearing our luggage we walk over to be engulfed in a hug from Mom.
"Where's Dad?" I ask.
"He's at work till 4, we've got a table booked for dinner at 7."
"Awesome," I grin as we get into the car.
I get my phone and realise I have a meeting over the phone in an hour.
"Meeting?" Mom peers over her shoulder in the drivers seat.
"Yes, sorry."
"It's fine, me and A will think of something to do. So Arri how have you been anyway,"
"Busy," She sighs. "I've got to films coming up and a new TV role,"
"What for?"
"Pitch Perfect 2, the Selection and Lost and Found Music Studios. I will be spending a load of time over here for that, it's shot here and then broadcasted in the UK, Spain and Canada."
We get back home and I take A's and my suitcases to my room. I set up my laptop and call in to the meeting.
Arri's POV:
I end up going out grocery shopping with Karen to pass the time when she begins to talk about Aaliyah.
"Can I ask you a favour?"
"Yeah, whatever." I say as we weave through aisles.
"Aaliyah's got a boyfriend,"
"Okay,"
"I'm just not 100 percent on him. They're coming back after school and I wondered if you would just tell me what you think? I just don't get the same impression you gave me when I first met you."
"Sure,"
"Tomorrow I think we're choosing a Christmas tree," She tells me, Shawn can get very picky about this. Be warned," I laugh as we pick up more tree decorations.
"We can't put ours up till we get home because I think it would probably drown the floor."
"Very true,"
The rest of the trip is a breeze and when we get back Shawn's still in his meeting but we put on a film and begin to watch it. Manny arrives slightly before Aaliyah and I get up to hug him.
"Is Shawn working?"
"Yeah, tele-meeting about his tour," I respond and he nods.
"Ah, now are you on testing this boyfriend duty."
"I believe so," I say as the door opens again.
Aaliyah walks in with a boy following.
"Arri!" She calls and tackles me on a hug.
"Hi Aaliyah," I say as she pulls away.
"A, this is Ryan. Ryan, this is A."
"Hey," He mutters.
"Nice to meet you," I say and he doesn't react.
I look at Karen and Manny who look disappointed. I shake my head but sit down and watch the movie with them all the same.
Ryan has his arm round Aaliyah and is whispering stuff in her ear as Shawn comes downstairs. Shawn looks at Ryan confusedly before sitting down next to me. "Who's he?"
"Aaliyah's boyfriend,"
"You're joking,"
"No, I'm doing the boyfriend test for your Mom."
"So, out of interest," Shawn speaks towards Ryan and Aaliyah. "How have you been together?"
"4 months," Ryan says. "You?" My eyes widen.
"4 years," Shawn replies.
"Don't take after your Mother then Arabella," My body tenses but my face remains still. Shawn squeezes my hand and kisses my cheek soothingly.
The room falls into silence and Shawn gets up to talk to his Dad.
My phone goes off as Scott tries to call me. (S- Scott, A- Arri).
A: Hey Scott,
I stand and walk out the room.
S: I've got some more dates for the tour but we need more dancers.
A: Okay, well on the new year we'll hold an open audition. It'll be fun.
S: Alright, but I need you and Shawn for management meetings when you get back.
A: Fine, text me the date.
S: Okay, bye Swift.
A: Bye Scott.
I walk back in to Aaliyah and Ryan kissing and walk quickly into the kitchen.
"What's happening?" Karen asks and I walk quietly back in to the lounge. She begins to chuckle and we end up interrupting them.
"Mom!" Aaliyah moans; "Leave us alone!" She storms upstairs and we end up in fits of laughter. Shawn catches on and runs upstairs.
"Aaliyah! Where did you put my guitar?!" He walks in and Aaliyah looked up.
"Why won't you leave us alone, go make out with your girlfriend," I giggle from behind him.
"Fine then, c'mon babe," He says and takes my hand, leading me to his room. We end up on the floor laughing and look at the clock. We're going out in an hour.
"Kids get ready!" Karen yells and for a moment me and Shawn are little children as he tickles me.
We get changed and head downstairs. "Ryan's coming too," I look towards Shawn, he looks beyond mad.
"Fine then, A will you go with Mom and I'll go with Dad and these two."
"So, what's the verdict?" Karen asks as we head to the restaurant.
"I don't particularly like him, he seems to be making Aaliyah moodier rather than happier."
"True, well thank you for that."
"No problem," I reply as we pull up. We walk in and Shawn falls into step beside me.
"You look very hot tonight, gorgeous." He places his hand round my waist. I was wearing a bodycon dress that rested above my knees and tights with my leather jacket and boots.
We get in and the rest of the family is sat round a table, I say hi to everyone and sit down next to Shawn. Aaliyah introduces Ryan and no one seems too impressed.
"I trust that Arabella has been looking after you," The aunt that hates me asks Shawn. Shawn places his hand on my knee gently and I talk to his Grandmother who was asking about my work.
"Do you like Ryan, Arri?" One of Shawn's uncles asks.
"Not particularly, she seems to be getting moodier by the minute."
"What I thought too," He says.
"Thank you," I thank the waitress and we watch as Aaliyah stares at her phone.
"What?" She snaps out of nowhere. She stands and stomps out.
Ryan stands and so do I. "I'll go," I state assertively and walk outside.
"Aaliyah," I place my hand on her shoulder as she sits on one of the steps.
"Leave me alone," Her voice cracks and I place an arm around her.
"Why are you mad?" I ask tentatively.
"Because you and Shawn are the perfect couple and Mom is always talking about you and I just want the same. I want to find someone who truly loves me," She cries as I hug her and I struggle to find the right words.
"Aaliyah, me and Shawn aren't perfect. The right person will come to you. I promise, and as for Ryan just tell him how you really feel. You can still be friends, okay?"
"Thank you," She whispers and I smile.
"It's fine, it's okay to be friends with a guy Aaliyah."
We walk back in together and Aaliyah sits down. "All better?" Karen asks and we both nod.
Who knew I had such advice stored in my brain?