This One's For You (An Austin Carlile Love Story)

Girl's Day Out: Chapter 28

Longggggggg chapter; it might come across as boring? I'm sorry if it is, hope you guys enjoy :D

Bella’s Pov:

“I know you’re sorry, Austin.” I leaned in and hugged him. His arms quickly wrapped around my waist as he tightened his grip. He was like a lost child who just found his mother; I never wanted to let him go, but I have to, for now. “I understand, but that still doesn’t change anything.” I sighed quietly. “I was hurt, Austin. You really did it this time.” He curbed his face into my neck; his breath was warming up the side of it. “I still love you though, but…” I paused; knowing what I was about to say is going to break his heart, but it’s for the best at the moment. “We’re going to have to take a short break.” He pulled out and stared at me in disbelief, slowly shaking his head as he was strongly against what I was saying. “I talked to Hannah not so long ago-” He cut me off.

“Bella, no, you can’t.”

I talked over him. “And I’m going to sleep on her bus until I straighten things out in my head.” His head continued to shake side to side. I leaned forward and kissed his cheek. Standing up, I walked to the bunk area to grab my already-packed bags and dragged them out to the living room where I had met Austin again, still in the same position with the same expression on his face.

“Please,” His voice broke. “Baby, please don’t leave.” A single tear slid down his cheek. “I don’t want to lose you.’ His voice almost a whisper. Seeing his haggard expression, I took his hand and squeezed it, then reluctantly let it go. 

I felt my heart dissolve away as I stared at him. This was hard but it’s for the best. “I’ll see you later.” I flashed a sad smile and walked down the small flight of stairs and opened the door. Before leaving the bus, I quickly looked back; only to see Austin with his face buried in his hand as little sobs escaped his mouth. The minute I stepped off the bus, I broke down crying uncontrollably. I couldn’t handle watching him being upset, so I had to leave, and fast. Powering walking towards the Bring Me bus was a mission for me; it was all the way on the other side so I tried to rush without bumping into anyone.

I surprisingly made it to the bus without interruptions, although I looked like a mess from all the crying. I brought my shaky hand to the door and knocked on it lightly, only to hear thundering footsteps running to the door. “Bella.” Hannah was eager to see me, but she was also fragile about handling me.

“I told him.” My voice broke a little and she gave me a sympathetic smile.

“Good; I’m proud of you for being so strong.” She led me into the bus and wrapped her little arms around me body; closing in the gap between us. “You know I’m here for you, Bel.” She whispered quietly into my ear as she tightened her hug.

“Same goes for you.” I smiled and separated myself from her. I looked around to observe the bus, noting how big it was. “Wow,” I was amazed at the size; it was definitely a lot larger than the Of Mice bus. “This is gigantic!” Hannah laughed and led me into the bunk area. Although the bunks were slightly bigger, they were definitely a lot messier. “There’s your bunk. Mine’s just across.” I smiled and dumped my things onto the bed.

Turning around, I noticed there wasn’t a back lounge but stairs. “Holy crap, you have an upstairs here?”

“Yeah, there are more bunks up there. Here, I’ll show you around.” Hannah took my hand and guided me throughout the whole bus.

Our last stop was the back lounge where everyone squished onto the couch and huddled around the TV. “Dude, I know that Manchester will win tonight. Don’t try to argue with me because I’m right.” Jordan was directing his messaged to Lee while spreading out boxes of pizzas across the small table.