Home Soon (Sequel to What It Seems)

Chapter 17

I hung the last of my clothes up in my closet. I had a lot of free time yet I was just getting around to unpacking, hopefully for the last time for a while. I was content for the time being. Everything was just as it should be. I had my family back, which was all that mattered. Kenzie, Dub and the baby were doing good. The local fans decided to surprise them and leave some things for the baby on their doorstep. Everything was just great. Then Ashleigh and Jess talked.

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"Why now though? A tour seems so random right now." I complained to them. Colson was still sleeping, so he had no idea what was going on.

"It's just a small tour, only a couple shows in Florida. We talked to everyone else, and Kenzie and Dub are staying home. Maybe this will even give you and Colson some more time to spend together." I sighed, leaning back in my chair. 

"What's going on in here?" I heard Colson say from behind, which made me jump because I didn't even hear him come in. I turned around and smiled up at him.

"Just talking about this tour they want us to do." he nodded and sat down next to me.

"When and where?" he asked them, like I wasn't even here.

"It starts in three weeks, which gives you about three to five days to think about it." he looked at them confused, and then looked at me.

"You don't wanna do this?" I looked down, not really knowing how to answer. Of course I loved being on stage and performing, but I really didn't know if it was good for us, or me. Kenzie is the only one who knows why I'm hesitant to even think about going. The last small tour I went on with them was okay for me, because I had her, but this time, no one knew. I had to tell them eventually. I just didn't want to bring that part of my life up, it was a bad time for me and Kenzie. "Skylar? You okay?"

"Yeah, I need a couple days to think about it Colson, please understand that. I need to go talk to Kenzie though." he nodded and looked back at Ash and Jess, I knew he was lost, and honestly, so was I.

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"You haven't told him yet?! That might be kinda important. Something he might like to know."

"I know Kenzie, and I plan on telling him soon, but it's the only reason I don't want to do this. Besides the fact that you aren't going, so you won't be able to keep an eye on me."

"Two things Skylar. One, you have to tell him, very soon. The longer you wait, it's just gonna make him think you don't trust him. And two, you have to do this yourself. How else are you gonna learn to stay sober, by yourself? This is a long recovery that you're gonna have to do, and eventually you have to do it by yourself. I'd love to help, but we all have to move on and help ourselves sometimes."

"Well, thanks. I'll talk to you before we leave." she nodded and I walked home, as slow as possible.

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I sat down on the couch in the back by myself. I haven't had much time to myself since we left a week ago. Kenzie told me to keep her updated on everything, and she wouldn't stop bugging me about telling Colson. I haven't been in the best mood since we left either, so that's starting to worry everyone. I keep telling them I have a lot on my mind, when it's really only one thing. They don't seem like they believe me though. It's really starting to annoy me though, everytime I walk into the room they're talking in, it becomes silent. I know this was supposed to bring me and Colson closer, but we've barely talked.

Colson's POV

I'm really annoyed and worried lately, and it's all Skylar. I know she can take care of herself, but I wish she would tell me what's really wrong. I feel like she doesn't trust me with whatever's bothering her. I keep telling her and throwing hints that she can tell me whatever and just talk to me. She just finds some excuse to leave though. And when we go out after shows she just looks uncomfortable, but refuses to have us all leave because of her. I don't know what to do anymore.

We both left the stage and I pulled her to the side while everyone else went out to the bus. She looked down and I just watched her, waiting to see if she'd say anything.

"What's going on with you lately?" I asked, watching her face.

"What do you mean? I'm fine." she looked annoyed, which was bothering me because I wanted to know why.

"You're just acting different lately, you don't seem happy. I just wanna help you Skylar."

"I know Colson, and I'm sorry I've been so distant lately. But here, on the road, is not the place to talk about it. Don't think I don't trust you. I'll tell you when I'm ready, I promise." I nodded and hugged her. I know I can trust her to tell me, but I can't wait. I need to know what's going on.

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so what do you think is going on with Skylar?

i know they seem to go on tours a lot, well i feel that way honestly, but just trust me lol it adds to the story with their situations, like this one. i hope you liked it! and i'm so sorry for the very, very slow updates. I have a chapter that is done and will be uploaded this weekend!

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