Adopted by Our2ndLife

Chapter 41

Jc didn't come back the next morning, I've texted him at least 11 times but he never answered.

"We have to find him." I say to Connor.

I stare absentminded at the wall, "I think we should just let him do his own thing, he seemed pretty steamed when he left." Connor exclaims.

I shake my head, but I knew that he somehow needed a break. A break from all the drama I've caused him, but deep down I knew he was doing something that I wouldn't like.

"Maybe my drama is too much for him, Connor I don't think we can do this anymore."

Connor snaps his head to me "Tori, are you seriously considering breaking up with him?"

His eyes look crazed, and I can tell he's had enough too.

I feel as though maybe I've caused enough drama for this group of boys, the idea of leaving has dawned on me before- but never have I seriously thought it through.

Now that I'm really focusing on this it- is it not such a terrible idea?

"Connor, I think I should go."

"Go where? Want me to come?"

"No I mean go..."

Connors eyes grow larger as I emphasize the word 'go'.

"Wha... Why? Why do you feel the need to leave us? Are we that terrible?" Connor stands from the couch when I attempt to comfort him.

"I just-"

"No stop talking, Victoria-" oh shit.

"-you're welcome into our home whenever, no matter how badly you fuck up. You are like an annoying sarcastic ass little sister to me- who's dating my best friend. Stop acting like you're a huge problem, this is your home Tori. Whether you like it or not, I'll always be here for you. Ok?"

Tears start to well up in my eyes, did he just call me... family?

Due to me not exactly having a family, this touches me beyond measures.

The word home doesn't seem that cheesy and over used in just movies anymore- it seems so real now.

Being with the boys has brought me into a full on roller coaster of emotions- and I love it.

Maybe I wanted to leave because I felt as though the boys didn't enjoy the ride as much as I did... but maybe Connor does.

I bring Connor into a huge hug, he hugs back. "Thank you." I whisper into his now damp shirt.

"For what?"

"For making me feel like I have a home and family."

"In that case-" we pull a part and he ruffles my hair and smiles hugely "-you're welcome."

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*wipes tear* I feel like this is an emotional chapter so... yeah!

I don't know when I'll be updating but it won't be a long time!

thanks for all the reads and votes! ~Zoe