Someday

Chapter 15 - That Kiss

The car ride home had been silent, as usual, but this time something was different. This time I felt at ease. I almost felt happy, a feeling I thought I left behind. This silence was comfortable and it felt safe. Maybe I felt this way because talking felt much more dangerous. If I spoke, I was afraid that I would say something that would put me in a difficult situation. Like it would bring up something from my past. Speaking of past...

My brows furrow every time I think about my encounter with Tyler in study skills. He said that he would wait. Wait for what? For me? Cause if he was, he had another thing coming for him. I did not like Tyler, especially not after the comment he made on my first day.

Hunter must've noticed my confused expression because he finally voiced his thoughts, "Okay, what is going on with you?" His voice sounded concerned with a hint of annoyance.

"Nothing. Just thinking about us, I guess." I lied, shrugging. He didn't need to worry over something that was probably no threat to me.

"What about us?" His voice went down to Just above a whisper. It deepened a bit as well, although that was probably intentional.

"You know... what happened in the hospital?" It sounded more like a question than a statement. I was making this up as I went. I really had been thinking about it before, but the incident with Tyler had occupied all of my recent thoughts.

He sighed. "Alex, the truth is that I just really like you. I realized this a little bit after we met and the more time I spent with you just made me like you more and more. You're funny and smart and kind, but kind of mean at times in a funny way. You took my dull life and shined a light on it, Alex, and that's what I like most about you."

The car fell silent again. I knew he likes me, but a little bit after we met? I didn't expect him to like me so quickly and so strongly. I couldn't deny that I found him attractive and that his eyes could make the angriest of men smile, but I didn't know if I liked him.

So do I say no, and take the safe road? Call myself a wimp because I didn't want to get hurt or hurt anyone else? Because deep down I know that it might save me a lot of heart ache in the long run if things go bad. Or do I take the risk?

The deafening silence continued for a few more minutes. I could sense Hunter shifting awkwardly next to me. Then I finally found it in me to whisper something out.

"I like you too."

I've never really considered myself a wimp.
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Hunter parked in front of the house and we both got out of the car. He unlocked the door and I followed him inside. As soon as I locked the door behind me, Hunter wrapped his arms around my waist and leaned down, planting his lips on mine, eagerly. His arms around my waist made me feel safe, like I was alright, but the kiss felt... weird. Unnatural. Nonetheless, I kissed him back as best as I knew how. Which wasn't saying much, considering my complete lack of boy experience.

He pulled away, finally allowing me to breathe, and said "That kiss... that was the kiss I was waiting for." I felt his breath hit my face with every word. It smelled of mint and cinnamon, his signature smell.

I replied with the first remotely acceptable response I could think of, "I need to shower." I was rewarded with a chuckling Hunter. I removed my hands from his neck that wound up there during the kiss, and went straight to my room to get clothes for my shower.

Once I hopped into the shower, I tried making the hot water calm my mind but luck hasn't been on my side since... the murder. I sighed. I was going to have to tell Hunter that I'm the runaway who was framed for murder. I fought he would understand. It wasn't that he wasn't understanding, because he was, he would make me go back though. He would think of my family, and I have to, but if I go back I'm gonna get arrested for murder.

But you know who would probably understand?... Tyler.

Why were my thoughts always running back to him today? I need to stay focused.

Hey guys! Break's over, back to school... for me at least. How'd you like this chapter? Not sure if I liked it. Anyways...
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