Childhood Memories

28

Mae

"Please, I need to see him!" I beg the receptionist at the desk.

She heaves a big, long, annoyed sigh and glares at me. She's a little older with a short, blonde (dyed) bob and her makeup reveals all her wrinkles under her eyes. She's dressed in pink scrubs and a tired smile but when I showed up, that smile faded quickly.

"Ma'am, he's still in the ER until further notice. Are you family?"

I shake my head, "no, but I'm his girlfriend. I need to see him."

Most of that was true, but as far as four hours ago go, I don't think I'm considered his girlfriend but he's unconscious, he can't protest against it.

"We'll let you in as soon as he's back from surgery." The lady says then continues to rapidly move her fingers across the keys. Man, not even I can type that fast!

"Thank you." I hesitantly say then return to the waiting area with Christina, Toby, Kaitlyn, and Ryan.

They're all silent, Christina and Toby intertwining their hands together, with C's head on his shoulder. Kaitlyn has her arm looped in Ryan's arm and they settle next to each other calmly.

I plop down in my own chair and throw my head in my hands while they balance on my thighs.

How could this happen?!

My phone dings and I notice I've missed calls from Madds and Bailey. They must've heard from C or K. Plus an email from my editor.

I open it, trying to calm my shaking hands.

Ms. Carter,

Hello darling! Long time no see! But I have an amazing opportunity for you.
People have been dying for a sequel since your Childhood Love novel. Maybe you should start considering the idea, get your fame going as it already is booming. Thanks a ton sweetheart!

Yours truly,
Your editor

I exit out of the email, having the urge to throw my phone across the room. A sequel?! No. Just, NO.

Placing my phone down next to me, I concentrate hard on trying not to let my unforgiving tears fall.

"Mae?" A voice calls out.

I look up to Carson standing there, uncertain of what to do exactly.

But for me, I don't care that things are messed up between us, I don't care if he still loves me, heck, I couldn't care less about the situation about us. I just stand up and race into his arms.

At first he's shocked, but after awhile he just tights his grip around me and holds me close. I let silent tears streak my face as I bury my face into his chest. I breathe in some of his cologne and spearmint smell, everything suddenly was peaceful for me.

• • •

"You're now allowed to go see Mr. Hunter." The receptionist exclaims, after we've waited for what seems like years.

"Mae, go ahead." Christina says, nodding her head.

I jump up from my seat and follow the women out of the waiting room until she stops at a hallway.

"He will be in room 124."

I force a smile, "thank you."

When she leaves, I basically run down the aisle, my tennis shoes slapping the tile floor. I frantically try to find room 124 and when I do, I breathe heavily.

I knock and then walk in slowly, taking in the bland rooms dull curtains and stuffy bed. Machines beep consistently while if you're quiet enough, you can hear the drop of water from the IV.

"Hunter?" I whisper, almost choking on his name.

His body is still in the bed, underneath sheets and his arms are laid out where a needle is stuck in his forearm. I cringe at his head, bandaged but when I close my eyes, I can see the wound gashing out blood from the hit he took from his door and the concrete.

I walk near his side and pick up his limp hand, holding it in my own. His were cold so I warmed them in mine.

"It's going to be okay Hunter. You've only got a collapsed lung and some cuts and bruises, your head, only a small concussion. Everything will be alright, you'll be better." I whisper.

But then tears come more abundantly now, "I'm sorry. I never meant for myself to get so caught up in Carson, I never wanted you to hear my awful conversation in my room. I was so, so confused on how I felt. Carson, he's been through everything with me, he grew up with me and everything. I was just - I was scared. I've been terrified of ruining what we had. I wanted to go back to a place where I remember was safe, where I knew I couldn't do anymore harm to it. With you, I just can't risk it. I - I - I love you too much Hunter."

I rest my forehead on his wrist, taking in deep breathes, slowing my speeding heart.

I said it.

Even if he didn't hear it, I said it.

I love Hunter Hayes.

I hear moaning and when I glance up I see Hunter's eyes blink rapidly.

"You know, I can't help but wonder why I ever fell in love with such a crazy girl."

I gasp, a smile appearing on my face instantly.

"But, she's a really beautiful crazy girl I guess." He ends off, a smirk sneaking up on his lips.

I giggle and kiss his cheek.

"Did you hear my terrible confessions?"

He lets his full evil grin spread on his face, "every word."

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Hey guys! So this was beyond dramatic, sorry, but I had fun in this chapter! Sounds mean, I know😂

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