Secret Lovers

Chapter 7 - Creeps and Family

- Shelby's POV -

"Sir if you don't leave me alone I will be happy to go and talk to that Air Marshal right over there." I pointed to the man sitting a few rows ahead of our seats.

"Oh come on darling, just one night of wine, dancing and a little extra." He gave me a toothy smirk that I was bound to punch in sooner or later. Before I had a chance to respond the intercom came on with an update to how far away we were.

"Good afternoon ladies and gentleman, this is your captain speaking and I'm pleased to announce that we will be landing in the Decatur airport in less than ten minutes. So if you would please fasten your seat belts and turn off all electronically activated devices, that would be wonderful. Thank you again for choosing America Airways."

I did as I was told and did my best not to shiver as the man sitting next to me looked me up and down.

Ten more minutes.

Nine more minutes.

Eight more minutes.

Seven more minutes.

Six more minutes.

Five more minutes.

Four more minutes.

Three more minutes.

Two more minutes.

One more -

"You look a little tense there darling, don't worry," he grabbed ahold of my hand, "Everything will be just peachy."

The plane came to the ground and made its way up to the airport finally. Once the plane was stopped and we were told we could get off, I got my purse from the cabinet above us.

"Here's my number if you ever want to meet up for a night of fun." He slipped a piece of paper into my pocket and I shivered when he slipped past me.

I made my way off the plane and into the baggage claim to get my suitcase. While I was waiting I texted Hunter and told him I had arrived, hoping he could keep his mouth shut about me coming back.

Hey, I've landed and just waiting for my bag to come through. You almost here?

Once I sent the text off I found my bag and picked it up, turning around only to bump into the guy from the plane. I rolled my eyes and backed up into yet another person, but this person hugged the life out of me with all they could. I turned my head and saw none other then Hunter, along with Jake and the twins behind him.

"Hey there guys." I smiled at all of them and noticed that Jake and Abel had been standing close to each other, closer then I thought they would like to be. I brushed it off for now and went to give them all hugs.

   "What are you doing here? Not that we don't love seeing you again." Alex asked.

   "Especially after all these years." Added Jake.

   "Well I was hoping for it to be a surprise but from the looks of it, someone couldn't keep their mouth shut. I found a job here in Decatur that would pay me more then my old one back in Texas, so I decided to call Hunter up and ask if he would keep it a secret. I'm hoping to get the job and stay, but as of right now, it's just for the interview that I have in a couple of days. I decided to come early and spend some time with my old friends." I explain to them. As I was about to continue about where I was going to stay an arm wrapped itself around my waist.

   "I didn't know you were planning on moving here Darling, otherwise I would've given you more than just my number." The guy from the plane says. I untangle myself from him and step closer to the comfort of the guys.

   "I didn't want it in the first place, so do me a favor and shove off will ya?" I grab my bag and turn to the guys. "You ready to go?" I ask. They all nod their heads yes, but not before giving the plane guy a good glare.

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   After leaving the airport and getting back to the house, I put my bag in the living room for now, hoping to find a cheap enough hotel. I sit down on the couch in between Alex and Hunter and put my feet up on Hunter's lap.

   "So where are you staying for the duration of this trip?" Alex asked.

   "I haven't really decided yet, I'm hoping to find a cheap hotel." I tell him.

   "Why don't you just stay here?" Jake asked.

   "I couldn't do that, this is your guy's home. I don't want to be intruding." I reply.

   "You won't be, you're like a sister to me so really if you think about it, your staying with family." He tells me.

   "Are you sure?" I asked, hoping I won't be a bother.

   "Yes I am positive." He replied.

   "Alright then, as long as I'm not bothering anyone." I say with a small smile on my face, then go over to an empty tv and gaming console playing Dishonored.