A False Sense of Security

Chapter 18

I walk into 9th period and sit down. Soon after Aiden does as well. Silence.

"So," I say. Nothing.

"I think you need to cut down on your salt intake, cause damn your salty." I tease. I see him crack a smile but he covers it up real quick and goes back to being mad.

"Aww, c'mon. Chuck it in the fuck it bucket and move on." I say trying to make him laugh. He smiles. I smile back. "Yay! Your smiling again." I cheer, but so only he could hear me.

"Whatever," he says not indirectly looking at me.

"We've got a badass over here." I tease. He looks up and stares at me. I start to blush and smile really big to the point that my dimples start to show. I cover my mouth quickly.

"Aww. You have dimples." He smiles.

"Whatever," I say.

***

It's after school and everyone is goes home, except me. I saw a track field and decided to stay after and run. I could just call Benjamin if I needed to be picked up later. I was so glad I had running clothes and shoes in my gym locker. I changed and went outside.

I had on a sports bra and running shorts. That's it. I know, scandalous!

I put on my earphones and switched on my favorite playlist on my phone.

I started to stretch and began to jog. Which turned into a run. Which turned into a sprint.

Running was my release. Some people did drugs or had sex, cough cough Aiden, I did running. It helped me clear my mind and thoughts and helped me feel worry free. I don't pay attention to anything except my self, which is probably a bad thing, but I don't care at this point.

While I'm running and am in the best zone possible, someone grabs my arms in front of me and stops me. I snap back to reality and realize it's dark out. Oh Shit.

"I've been calling your name for the last 20 minutes!" He exclaims.

"Wait! What time is it?" I ask looking at my phone 12:30. Oh Fuck. "Oh Fuck! My brothers are gonna murder me,"

"Why couldn't you hear me calling you?" We're still talking about this! I just said I was gonna be murdered and your worried why I didn't answer you. Unbelievable.

I give him a 'really' look.

"What?" He asks. I shake my head and walk away. I grab all my stuff and start dialing Benjamins number.

Please pick up. Please pick up. No answer. Of course.

A gust of wind makes me shiver and before I can do anything I feel warm arms rubbing up and down my arms from behind.

"What are you doing?" I ask uncomfortably.

"You need to keep warm somehow," Aiden replies. Then he wraps his arms around me and continues rubbing my arms. Then he breathes hot air on my neck. I shiver but not from the cold.

"Um, can you take me home?" I ask.

"Sure," he says. He let's go of me and grabs my hand. We walk to his car and I get in. Thank god for heated seats. I miss his warmth. What is wrong with me!? I can't think like this. I turn on the radio to take my mind off of it. Emotions by Mariah Carey plays.

I start to sing, for real now. Once it gets to the chorus, I begin to softly sing not wanting him to hear my voice. Then it reaches the high notes. There easy for me. I finish the song and look at him with embarrassment.

"Wow!" Is all he can say. I smile and look straight ahead.

We arrive at my house by 12:45. All the lights are off. I guess I'll have to sneak in.

"Hey do you mind if I sleep over? I'm really tired." He asks walking me to my door. I nod, "Yeah, that's fine. Just be quiet, okay?" I say as I unlock the door slowly.

We make our way quietly to my room and go in. I let out a sigh of relief.

"You can borrow one of Rafe or Koda's clothes if you want, for tonight and tomorrow." I say as I go to my closet.

"Thanks, that would be great." He asks laying down on my bed. I get changed into my normal pjs. A tank top and shorts. I sneak down the hallway to the laundry room and grab random clothes for Aiden to sleep in. He can pick out his clothes, tomorrow.

I throw the clothes at him. "You can change in my closet, but close the door."

He changes while I brush my teeth and brush my hair. When he comes back out I hand him a left over toothbrush and direct him to my bathroom.

I hop in bed, cuddle up to my pillow and close my eyes. I feel the bed shift in front of me. I can feel him staring at me.

"Quit undressing me with your eyes." I say with my eyes still closed.

"When your dressed like that it's kind of hard not to." He replies, a smile evident in his voice.

"Perv,"

"Mad-y" I smile at that one.

"Goodnight, Moonlight." He says softly.

"Night, Loverboy." I smile. I fell asleep after that.

***

It's morning. Someone's arms are wrapped around me and my back is pressed against their chest. My eyes flutter open and turn slightly so I can see their face, but I have a feeling I know who this is.

Aiden is looking at me. "Hasn't anyone told you it's rude to stare?" I ask.

"I wouldn't be me if I didn't do something rude." he jokes. I stick my tongue and so does he, which makes me laugh. He starts to chuckle as well. I turn around to look at the clock, 6:00 it reads. Better get up.

"Go get some clothes from the laundry room, quick. The boys don't usually get up until seven-ish, you still have some time." I say as I get up.

I go into my closet, pick out my outfit, and change. I brush my wavy ass hair and brush my teeth. I don't put any makeup on, since I don't really need it. Now to go make breakfast.

I go downstairs and make eggs, bacon, and waffles. I set it out for everyone and grab myself a plate. Aiden comes down and makes himself a plate, too. We both eat pretty quickly and head out to school.

Why am I feeling this way towards him? Should I start dating, again? I can't let one bad experience ruin the rest of my life, right?

But what if the one bad experience turns into a couple because of Aiden.

But he would never do that to me.

Wouldn't he?