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~Snap~

Tanner's POV

Yesterday was all a blur. I only remember the big things. The accident. Asking Paul out. Kissing Woods. Paul being mad at me. Oh yeah. I decide to send him a quick text to hopefully make his morning better.

Tanner: Good morning handsome ♥️

Now that that's taken care of, I start getting ready for work. After I throw on some random clothes I make some coffee and put it in a to go mug. The only thing left to do was wait for Woods. Woods.

Woods was amazing. I wish he could see that for himself. He makes everyone laugh and smile. There's no one better to talk to if your feeling down. Whether he cheers you up, or just listens intently. I've made my decision though. I like Paul more. I think. Regardless, I'm not going back.

A light knock on the door gets me away from my thoughts. Time to go I guess. Not wanting to keep Woods waiting, I open the door. I have to stop myself from marveling at his appearance. I've never seen someone look so good in a pair of overalls.

"Hey," Woods begins shyly, "you ready to go?"

"Yeah just give me a sec." I grab my already packed bag that's filled with things for the day. Then I put on my shoes and we're heading out the door. Once we get into the car, there's an awkward vibe around us. The vibe doesn't let up even as we start the short drive to work.

Finally, Woods breaks his silence, "I won't be able to take you home tonight." Well that's not what I expected him to say.

"What, why not?" It was hard trying to not sound disappointed. I was looking forward to this alone time with Woods. Not like I planned on doing anything, I just think during work I should stay closer to Paul.

"That uh...that doctors appointment for...well you know!" Woods threw his hands up in exasperation. He was clearly uncomfortable with the thought of it.

"Woods," I put my hand on his leg reassuringly, but remove it after thinking twice, "it's okay. It's going to be fine. Just like any other appointment. Let me go with you."

He shifted away from me in his seat, "No."

Ouch, that hurt, "Why not?" I asked.

"This is just something I want...need to do alone. And I don't want you to see me any differently because of it." Woods stared at the road, his grip on the wheel was tight.

"Well..." I hesitated, "I don't think this is something you need to do alone. I think you need someone by your side for support."

"Yeah well, it's my decision." Woods snapped. The way he said it I could tell it was final. And any further argents wouldn't get me anywhere. We were at the office at this point and Woods got out and stormed off towards blue base.

It was hard trying to collect myself before going in there. I didn't want anyone, especially Paul to be worried. Realizing I haven't checked my phone at all, I do that now. One new message from Paul. Paul. My boyfriend. Even after everything that has happened that thought stillmade my stomach flip in excitement. Paul was mine. Paul Kennedy was my boyfriend. And it's about time I start acting like a boyfriend too.

Paul: Morning 😘 meet me in our office?

Our office? What did that mean?

A/N - so finally caught up with like real time and now they're about to share an office. Wonder how Woods' appointment will go? Who knows what'll happen next???? Not me.

~Stay Lovely~