Behind the Screen // G.D

Chapter 20

Planes are one of my greatest fears...

Mostly because of the possibility of crashing.. but also because of the height.

Some people look at the height, and it doesn't bother them.

But me? I'm terrified...

You can either go up and man up..

Or you can go down and let your fear override and consume you.

Which path you choose is your own choice.

•••

We finally landed hours after parting from Grayson and Ethan.

And I can tell you this.. My life has gotten worse everyday since then.

•••

Dylan and I began to walk into the lounge (waiting area) part of the airport.

I immediately saw my mom.

I dropped my suitcase and sprinted towards her.

I wrapped my arms around her and she did the same.

"I've missed you." She laughed.

"You too mom." I said with a goofy grin, plastered on my face.

Dylan grabbed my suitcase and walked up to us, "Hey Mrs. H."

Mrs. H as in Hardy, I'm Allison Hardy... I don't think I ever actually said my full name.

"Hello dear." My mom smiled, "Oh yeah, Dylan your parents are out of town on a business trip, so you can stay with us tonight, if you want."

"Actually... As tempting as that sounds, I'd love to get back home, I'm missing my bed." Dylan answered, nervously.

"That's alright, some other time soon then." My mom nodded, "Lets get you girls back."

I grabbed my suitcase from Dylan and we headed to the car.

We dropped Dylan off then drove to our house.

When we got inside my mom said, "Allison, go ahead and get settled in then I need to talk to you."

"Alright, I'll be back in a bit, mom." I said as I walked upstairs, to my room.

I threw all of my dirty clothes in the hamper, then I pulled out a sweatshirt.. Grayson's sweatshirt.

I pulled my phone out and texted him.

Allison: Have you landed yet?
Grayson: Yup we landed an hour ago. I miss you already. :(((( :(:(:(
Allison: chill with the faces ahah
Allison: I miss you too tho
Grayson: What's up?
Allison: Nm, I accidentally took your sweatshirt with me.
Grayson: "accidentally"
Allison: it's true😑
Grayson: heh, check the pocket.
Allison: okay.. 🤔

I reached my hand in the pocket and pulled out a folded piece of paper.

I opened up the paper and it revealed a letter to me.

Allison,
I had a feeling you'd take this home so I snuck this in here. I hope you had an amazing time with me. I know I did with you. I can't wait until we are back with each other again soon, so I can see that beautiful smile of yours.
This week has been perfect. I had wanted to meet you within a week of texting you, but instead had to wait a month and a half.. Although, I'm glad I had to wait that long because I got to know the amazing person you are.
Love,
Grayson.

Allison: G!!! You're the sweetest!
Grayson: 😊. check your Instagram!
Allison: ok ok!

I clicked out of the messages and went to Instagram.