Undying Love : A FourTris Divergent Story

Chapter 4

AN: I've been trying to do some editing lately but my eyes are all messed up after surgery and I can't see the words clearly, so I am missing a lot of mistakes. Sorry if this makes it hard to read.

As much as I enjoyed the ride with Tobias, I was relieved when we pulled onto the driveway of Crescent View. I threw my leg back and push away from him as he nudged the kickstand down.

Tobias looked over at me after climbing off his motorcycle. "Wasn't that bad, right?"

I let out a sigh, knowing I had to admit, I'd found it quite enjoyable. "Actually, it was pretty fun. I can see why you like it. Maybe I should think about getting me one of those."

Tobias laughed, "Maybe you should."

Admitting I was wrong about the bike ride reminded me I owed Tobias an apology. My attempt to get stuff to make dinner had been a bust. Now what? I decided to just swallow my pride and use my words, as my mother had always encouraged me to do when my emotions got in the way.

"Tobias." He had retrieved his keys and pushed one into the lock on the front door but turned to look at me instead of pushing the door open. "I owe you... ah... well a couple things actually. First a huge thanks for getting me out of jail."

Tobias brushed it off as no big deal then opened the door. I followed him in, needing to finish my thought. "It was a big deal, at least to me. I've never been arrested before. I had no idea what to do, or what was going to happen."

He still didn't say anything and the look on his face said he felt bad for me. That was not at all what I wanted. "I'll write you a check, right now." I took a step toward the hallway that eventually led to my room when Tobias grabbed my wrist and stopped me.

"Tris, I can't take a check from you."

I stared at him dumbfounded. There was no way in hell I was letting him bail me out without reimbursing him. I didn't need his pity. "Why the hell not?" A hint of anger audible in my voice.

"Because I don't want any kind of paper trail between myself and a known criminal. You'll have to pay me in cash."

His expression never changed. He stayed serious and for a moment I thought he was. "You have got to be..."

He suddenly let out a hearty laugh. "Oh my God, your face just then was worth every penny it cost to get you out of jail."

I found myself remembering my desire to hit him in the waiting area and balled up my fist in restraint. He of course noticed this, and continued his harassment. He had the balls to take a step closer as a smile spread across his face. "What are you going to do Tris? We're fresh out of pickles."

My mouth dropped open, but just as quickly closed as I started laughing myself. "Oh, you are such a comedian. I can't believe I was actually going to apologize to you about the other morning."

"What do you mean you were? You still are." His eyes locked onto mine, daring me to take back my comment, but I couldn't.

All fooling aside, I wanted him to know I really was sorry, my smile slowly faded as I tried to get serious. "No, really. I am sorry about how I reacted. I shouldn't have blamed you without proof."

Tobias shrugged one shoulder, "No, but I understand why you did. I think I would have thought the same thing if I'd been in your shoes." He was quiet for a moment before continuing. "Though I would have jest been flattered you came to see me in the buff."

I rolled my eyes and tried to look angry, but I just couldn't be upset with him. I deserved what he was dishing out after what I put him through. "Well, now that that is behind us." I sighed, knowing he was expecting me to say more, but no knowing what else to say.