Takeoff//e.g.d

IV

    I had hope in my heart that maybe, just maybe, this would not be the last time I would be able to make that thousand kilowatt smile appear on his face. I strapped on my seatbelt once again as instructed by the voice in the speakers. Excitement was bubbling up inside of me. I couldn't wait to get off of this damn airplane and explore the city I have been in love with since the age of 12. Ethan knew how much this trip meant to me. He was exited for me! He told me that they were going to visit some family members while in London. I was happy for him. Apparently they haven't seen their family in a couple of years and I know how that feels. I miss my family in Puerto Rico. Its hard being so far away from them. I made Grant pinky swore that he would text me and never forget about me.

    "Olivia, even if I wanted to, I would never be able to forget about you." His eyes held so much tenderness and honesty. They explored my face as if he was trying to remember every detail and imperfection. His hand caressed my cheek as he whispered those words to me. Holding me with so much care as if I could break at any moment. Once he realized what he was doing he pulled his hand away and turned his head to look out the window. I was saddened by the loss of contact. But I had to snap myself back into reality. He's Ethan Grant Dolan, theres no way in hell he would ever want to even be friends. It was probably all a joke. That small interaction with him is all I could have ever hoped for. I even got his number! I was living every girls dream..... But I just didn't want to let him go. Theres no way that would experience with each other would end when the plane landed. I shook these thoughts out of my head and told myself to stop being so selfish. I had to take this moment and treasure it forever. The plane came to a completely stop and the passengers where given the all clear to exit the airplane. I had knots in my stomach once again. But this time I didn't know why. I just had a very bad feeling about what was going to happen if got off of this plane. I stat frozen in my seat. Terrified of what would happen if I were to get up. Ethan and Grayson were casually talking when Grayson looks over at me. Shock and worry consuming his aura. He turns to where I was and tried to get me to calm down. His efforts were in vain because all I could here was a constant high pitched ringing in my ears. My breathing became shallow and uneven. I looked around frantically trying to find something or someone who seemed familiar. I thought I was ready to go off on my own but I was scared. Scared of being alone. I didn't realize until now that I was truly alone. Grant had to go. My eyes frantically searched for him. When my eyes finally met his hazel ones I instantly calmed down. His calm and collected eyes met my frantic ones reassuring me that everything was going to be fine without muttering a single word.
My thoughts settled down as my breathing also normalized. I didn't dare break eye contact with Grant. He was my source of calm and normal at the moment. But I knew that having Ethan Dolan in front of me was far from normal. By the time my slight "episode" was over. The whole plane had cleared out and we were the last 3 on the plane. We grabbed our bags and shuffled out as quickly as possible. I smiled at the flight attendants and pilot while thanking them for the great flight and service. Ethan and Grayson were waiting patiently for their uber while I was waiting for Lauren, my internet best friend whom I've never met. Lauren knew that I was with Ethan. She was thrilled when I told her! Lauren had recently moved from Manchester to London for "Uni" as the brits say. She offered to be my personal tour guide and I couldn't turn down that offer!

After waiting in the airport chairs, Ethan and Grayson's Uber had arrived. This moment was heart breaking. Got up out of my seat and gave Grayson a hug while my eyes were starting to water slightly. He whispered in my ear so that only I could hear, "Please dont hurt Ethan. Hes been through a lot." All I could bring myself to do was nod. I didnt actually know what he meant. Hurt Ethan? How could I posibly heart an angel like him? I turned and ran towards Grant. He held his arms open wide to engulf my body into his. I held on for as long as I could. I didn't believe that he would actually mean so much to me. I couldn't believe that I connected with someone that I stanned on such a unique level. I clung onto Ethan like my life depended on it. His head was snuggled up against the crook of my neck. His arms were like a safety harness shielding me from the horrors of the outside world. Grayson tapped on Grants shoulder signaling that they needed to go. I sensed hesitation in Ethans actions. But our savory moment came to a harsh end. His arms let go of my waist and his hands caressed my face.

"Never. Never Olivia. Im never going to forget." with those swift words and a sweet kiss on the cheek, Ethan detached himself from my body as I sadly waved them goodbye.

When they were out of site I felt like I had a missing piece in my heart. I sat back on the bench waiting for Lauren to arrive. In mere minutes she texted me that she was arriving.

Another wave of emotions washed over me. I was so excited to finally meet my best friend of 3 years for the first time ever. We may have been separated by an ocean but i still trust her with my life. I spotted a familiar face walking towards me and I couldn't help but jump out of my seat and run towards her. I dropped all of my things on the floor and embraced her in my arms. We were both crying as joy consumed us.

Finally. I was finally able to meet the one person who was there when no one else was. The one who stood by my side through the good and the bad. The one I'm extremely grateful to call my best friend. We finally regain composer and she helped me grab my things. Finally being with Lauren felt as if we have been best friends who lived next to each other for years.
The car ride to her house was short. She lived about 30 minutes from the airport which was a blessing. During the ride I had facetimed my mom to show her that I was finally with Lauren! She was so happy and excited for us!

She parked her car in front of a cute little house. It was what some people would call the typical english apartment. It was a small white building, with a black door and railings around the windows and as gates. There were also vines starting to craw up the side of the house giving it a nice naturalistic feel to the building. She parked the car and hopped out. I followed her with my bags in my hand and gigantic smiles on both of our faces.

Lauren grabbed a small golden key, unlocked the door, and searched for a light switch. She flickered on the light and I came face to face with a simple but elegant and modern apartment or "flat" as she called it. She showed me to the guest room and I sat my things down in the room so she could finish the mini tour.

We sat down on her couch and seemed anxious. I don't why she was nervous to tell me whatever it was. We tell each other every thing so I guess it was serious...

"So Liv, I've been sort of seeing someone. And its really serious. He just wanted to keep it private. And I hope you don't get mad at me but he's actually outside right now.." Her eyes held excitement but were over flooded with worry.

As if on command, there was a knock on the door and I had absolutely no idea who was on the other side of that door.

// IM SORRY I TOOK SO LONG TO UPLOAD BUT I HOPE YOU ENJOYED ILY