"promises are the sweetest lies."
Ethan
I told them. Everything. Grayson is pissed. Reina just cried into Nate's chest. ugh, I don't know how to feel about this nate dude..
I've really fucked up this time.
I promised them it would be okay.
I promised that I will do everything in my power to keep them safe.
I hope I can live up to it.
I know how this will end. Life won't be the same. For anyone.
She said she wasn't mad. Just worried.
The three of us promised each other that no matter what happens in the end, we'll still stay strong and be there for one another. I'm going to make sure they stay safe.
All of them.
Reina
Wow...
That's all that comes to mind. Wow.
I still love him deeply. I really do. I'm just.....scared. confused? worried. mixed emotions flow through my body. I'm not mad. I get it. Sort of. Just crazy to believe he's in a gang. A gang leader as a matter of fact.
kind of hot ;)
but interesting to think about.
Nate understood and didn't pass any judgement. He's so sweet and open-minded. Bless his heart.
I just got back to the twin's place after I took Nate back to my house so he can get his car and go home. I'm spending the night at their place cause I didn't want to be alone. I open the front door and see them sitting on the couch in their pj's. I giggle and close the door behind me, kick off my shoes and head up to their spare bedroom and change into my pj's as well. I sit on the edge of the bed and just think. That's all I ever do nowadays.
Think.
I run my hands through my hair while shaking my head then I let out a deep sigh. I get up from the bed and walk out of the room leaving my over night bag and phone in the room. I jog downstairs to meet them in the family room to watch some movies. "Hey. you okay?" Gray asks. I hesitate before answering, "yeah, just tired I guess." They nod in sync.
"What do you feel like watching, Reina?" Ethan speaks up to break the slightly awkward silence. I giggle. "I'm chill with whatever, as long as popcorn is involved, I'm good!" I reply. We all laughed. "Soo? Scary movie and chill? Rom-com? Comedy? Action? What are we watching?" Gray questions. We chuckle. "Let's watch...the Longest Ride." I suggest. Gray sighs and starts searching it. Ethan just snickers at Grayson's reaction. I hop off the sofa and trot to the kitchen to make popcorn. If you haven't noticed yet, I LOVE POPCORN. it's my addiction. my comfort food. It's my life. Ethan gets up and follows me.
"hey, are you really okay?" He genuinely asks. I smile and place my hand on his soft cheek. "yes. I promise E. i'm just tired, that's all." I reassure him. He hesitates but shortly after he returns the smile. "Okay." He responds then leans to kiss my forehead. he backs up with a cheesy smile plastered on his face and returns to the couch.
I made a HUGE bowl of popcorn and sat in the middle sharing it with them and of course cried and got all mushy because of the movie. I love Scott Eastwood. He's dreamy and so adorable. The movie came to an end and the boys had suggested to watch another movie. thriller. Great. I get so anxious with thriller movies, I guess it's just the suspension and thrill! Oh well. They decided to put on the movie 'Split'.
Call me "extra" or "dramatic" but I'm already anxious and paranoid after watching the trailer, one of my biggest fears is getting kidnapped. To be honest, I'm probably going to have nightmares tonight...and we haven't even started the movie yet! I know. I'm a wimp.
Ethan
Gray and I decided to put on another movie and within 20 minutes Reina was passed out with her head lightly resting against my shoulder. Cute. I smile to myself.
The movie finishes and I looked over and notice Gray fell asleep as well.
Rude.
I slip away from the couch and put the popcorn bowl in the sink then go back into the family room and turn all the lights off along with the TV. I left Grayson on the couch and then I gently lift Reina up into my arms and carry her bridal style up to the guest bedroom. I lay her down on the soft comforter and grab a spare blanket from my room and cover her petite figure. I kiss her forehead then tip toe out of the room.
goodnight princess.
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Reina
i wake up in the guest bed. how did i get here? anyway...i hardly got any sleep i kept having nightmares, not about the movie but about those messages, and Ethan, and just everything. I can't stop thinking. sometimes I hate going deep into thought. i get so lost in my own mind..
I gotta trust him. i have to. it's hard for me, but I need to trust what he's saying. this shit is serious. i hope he is able to keep his promise.
i love him.
Grayson
I found myself sprawled out on the family room floor. wtf? I sigh to myself and get back on the couch. Then I just get lost in my thoughts.
Ethan promised he'd keep us safe. Funny thing is, I'm more worried about Reina. She's the one that needs protection. Of course I'm worried about E, he's my brother and I love him. I'm just pissed that he is their leader and in a fucking gang. I trust him and his intentions.
I just don't want Reina to be let down...
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A/N: hope you guys like this! I know it's shorter BUT trust me the next few chapters will be longer. This chapter literally took wayyy more time to write than it needed to be, and for that, I'm sorry. I've been working and I'm dealing with some family things. Next chapter will be up soon! Love you💕
xoxo
-Turtle(:
