[ s/f ] Muted II

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A part two to the previous Muted one shot.

Ever since I left C/N, I went back home and begged my parents to live with my grandma who lived out of states, saying that it'd be a good change. Three years later, and I'm back in my parent's car, driving back to my old home.

With my three years of living with my grandma and her help, I've learnt to accept that I shot someone out of self defence and that I was praised a hero for that. I've grown out of not talking and now easily talk with people I know and I'm comfortable with. I had to stop living with her due to her dying a couple of weeks ago, which sent me into grief.

She always told me when she'd die, to keep on being happy because she didn't want anyone mourning over her death but to be happy in the memories that they'd have together. I wiped a tear that trickled from my e/c eyes, gazing out the window.

Nothing looked drastically different, a few buildings cleaned and a few new ones opened and old ones closed down. Mum, dad and I arrived back to our house, the nostalgia hitting me hard. I got out the car, having my dad take my luggage for me. "It's been so long since you've been home, huh?" My mum said, nudging my arm. I nodded in agreement, "Yeah."

I strolled into the house, the old familiar scent sending me back in time. I jogged up the stairs, entering my old room that hasn't changed. A smile spread itself on my face as I placed my backpack down and jumped onto my bed.

A knock came from the doorway, causing me to glance over. I saw my mum with a warm smile, like a whole in her heart was filled. "Your dad and I agreed that you should start school as soon as you could since you've been away for a couple of weeks." She informed, "So you're starting tomorrow. Same school as before, nothing new." She said.

I nodded, my breath hitching in my throat as she left. If it's the same school, that means there's a possibility I'd see them. See him. I sucked in a breath, not wanting to know what their reactions would be if they saw and recognise me. Would they hate me? Miss me? What would my explanation be for suddenly leaving without a reason?

Shaking it off, I went on to unpack my boxes that my dad brought up, thanking him each time.

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Thankfully the school wasn't far from my house, meaning I didn't have to get up early and didn't whine at a long walk. Before I even knew it, I was at the school's gates with my hands shaking with excitement yet fear. I pushed aside my worrying thoughts and trudged forward, having some confused glances and surprised expressions being thrown my way as I walked forward.

I ignored all of them, not wanting to make eye contact with someone. I went to the administration, grabbing my timetable and headed to first period when the bell rung.

When I walked into my first period class, which was Humanities with Mrs Walker, a few gasps and eyes were laid on me as Mrs Walker tiredly smiled, most likely not wanting to be here like everyone else. "Everyone, this is Y/N L/N, she's new here." She introduces, which made me sweat drop. "Uh, Miss... I'm not actually new... I moved away a couple of years ago and came back recently." I explained.

Mrs Walker nodded, apologising at her mistake. I waved it off, saying it was okay as I took a seat next to a boy with blonde hair and blue eyes, thinking nothing of it. During class, the boy beside me tapped my arm, causing me to turn to him. I narrowed my eyes, having a pulling feeling towards him like I knew him.

I gave a silent gasp, which meant that I opened my mouth in realisation, "Austin?" I whispered, having him nod with a wide smile. I tried to contain my excitement since we were still in class. "Meet me outside after class." Austin said, whispering. "We've all missed you, Y/N."

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I met up with Austin after class, too his content. As we were walking to the cafeteria for lunch, he was basically bouncing off of the balls of his feet in excitement. "You've started talking again." He noted, having me nod. "I lived with my grandma and she helped me to start talking again." I explain, having him nod. He flashed me a smile, "I'm just so happy you're back. Just wait until the others see that you're back."

Austin and I walked into the cafeteria, instantly having him grab my wrist and drag me towards a table with a boy and a girl. I immediately recognised them both as Hana and Lester. Hana had dark brown hair and brown eyes while Lester had light brown hair and green eyes.

They didn't see us coming, which made Austin happier. Hana and Lester we're both on their phones, probably going through social media when I took a seat next to Lester, Austin seating himself next to me. "Hey, du-" Lester gazed up, his face from bored to confused to realisation to a bright grin in under two seconds.

"Y/N!" Lester exclaimed, wrapping his arms around me in a big hug. I laughed, hugging him back. I gasp from opposite me erupted, having Lester to let go of me and glance at Hana, who's face was brighter than the sun. She quickly got out of her seat and ran over to me, engulfing me in a bear hug, "Y/N! I can't believe it. We've all missed you so much!" She mumbled into my h/c.

I smiled, pulling away, "I've missed you all too." Hana then went from ecstatic to annoyed, "Where have you been? Where'd you go without any explanation whatsoever?" I gave a guilty smile as she sat back down, all eyes on me. I went on to explain the situation until Lester gazed at me questioningly.

I gazed at him, "What?" He shrugged, "It's just, you're telling us where you've been, not why you left." He said. I tensed up, knowing that the question would come up. I went to explain when I got stopped with a figure sitting next to Hana at the table. "Hey."

I glanced up, the knot in my stomach growing as guilt arouse in me bigger and heavier than any other time. Austin must've felt my tension because he rubbed my knee from under the table. "Hi C/N." He said, his lopsided smile showing. C/N gazed at Hana, Lester and Austin before his eyes landing on me. His face instantly contorted into shock and heavy guilt.

"Y/N..." He breathed out, tears welling in his c/e/c eyes. I gave a small smile, "Hi C/N." Austin stood up, which to C/N's delight because he instantly whizzed to my side and hugged me tightly. "Y/N... You're back..." he whispered in my ear, causing a light blush to be plastered on my cheeks. I hugged C/N back, snaking my arms around his neck.

I felt warm liquid on my neck until I realised C/N was crying. I tightened my grip around his neck, him doing the same with my waist. "I'm so sorry. I was a jerk and was so arrogant and stupid. I never meant to say those things, I was just mad and paranoid and I never forgave myself for you leaving because of me. I was just so-" Before he could continue his ramble, which melted my heart, I pulled away to quickly connect our lips together.

C/N immediately responded, placing his hand behind me neck to push me closer to him. I heard clicks from my friends phones, but at the moment I didn't care. C/N and I pulled away, our faces red and dopey grins smacked to our faces. "You guys are too cute. Y/S/N forever." I rolled my eyes, feeling C/N's hand to find its way to mine, intwining our fingers.

"I've missed you guys." I say, smiling at all of them. "We've missed you too, Y/N. We're glad you're back."

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