Miley’s p.o.v
“Miley,” Nick said grabbing my hand.
“Yes?” I asked walking toward him.
“I know that we have had it rough over the year, but I want to start with a clean slate. I want things to actually work out. If you want to start slow, I understand and I will stay by your side through anything and everything.” Nick said walking closer to me.
“I appreciate that.” I smiled.
I quickly packed the rest of my belongings as Nick stood there awkwardly and watched.
“Where are you going to go?” Nick asked clearing his throat.
“Well, my mother wants the whole family to go to Nashville together. I would get to see my Grandma, stay at the house I grew up in, spend time with family and get away from everything for two weeks.” I said after I finished packing everything.
“That will be good to see family.” Nick smiled softly.
“Do you want to come with me?” I asked. I hoped he would agree.
“I don’t want to rush anything. I want to be with you and I want all of you. I think it would be best if you take time to be with your family.” With a slight smile he grabbed my hand. He brought it to his face and kissed it.
“Are you sure?” I asked. I didn’t want to hurt him, or leave him here when we were still trying to figure out what we were.
“Yes, I am.” He smiled pulling me in for a hug.
“What about us? I don’t want to leave you again.” I said wrapping my arms around his waist.
“I think the distance will drive me fucking crazy, but I think it will help us to figure out what we want. I do really care about you, and I want to be with you. I want to be the one to make you smile and laugh. I think that this will help us.” He said kissing my lips swiftly. He seemed happy and positive that this would be good for us.
“I think you are right, I just don’t want to leave you again.” I sighed puling myself away from him.
“I know you care, I just think it will be good for us. You also need to spend some time with your family. They care about you, a lot.” He pressed.
“Okay,” I nodded.
“I will carry your bags.” Nick offered picking up my things. I lead the way to the back by the garage where my father was waiting.
“Hey sweet heart, are you ready?” My father asked grabbing my things from Nick.
“Yeah, I’m really excited to go to Nashville” I smiled.
“The rest of the family is at the hotel now, they are packing the car and heading to the airport. We are driving straight to the airport and they will meet us there shortly.” My father explained to me.
“Okay, sounds good.” I smiled.
“Nick, do you need a ride to the airport?” My father asked looking towards him.
“That would be great.” Nick smiled.
“Alright, let’s get out of here.” He laughed leading the way to the car.
We quickly climbed in trying not to be spotted by fans or paparazzi. I wasn’t in the mood, and considering that Nick was with me, I knew that would draw more attention and rumors. After a thirty minute drive we had arrived at the airport.
I wasn’t excited that I would be leaving Nick behind, again. He was right when we spoke over the phone. I wasn’t there for him when he needed me most. I was always leaving, or running away from him and my other responsibilities. I didn’t want to leave for two weeks, and come back to Nick and see that he was sick of me or claim that I was never there for me. He has been through so much over that past few years and I just want to see him happy again.
I waited in the car as they put my bags on the plane. My father watched making sure everything was going smoothly. Nick waited silently with me watching me as I looked at the plane I was going to board. It seemed like something out of a movie. My thoughts wandered through the thick fog that surrounded in my head.
I watched the other car pull up and the rest of my family got out and start putting their things on the plane. Nick got out of the car and I watched as he walked to my side of the car and open the door for me. He helped me out of the car and quickly pulled me into a hug.
“I don’t want you to worry. I want you to relax and have fun with your family. It will be good for you.” He whispered into my ear as he held me tightly in his arms. I hugged him tightly back, not wanting to let go.
“Promise you will call me if you need me?” I asked with my head in the crook of his neck. I didn’t want to leave, I couldn’t leave this feeling.
“I will and you can call me if you need anything, okay?” He asked with a low whisper.
“Okay.” I said as a smile slightly ran across my face.
“Have fun, and we will talk when you get back.” Nick said pulling away slightly. He kissed my cheek and pulled away. I had to walk away now. I smiled slightly before I turned around and walked toward the plane. My father was waiting for me to get on the plane.
Once I was on, I sat next to Trace. Mom basically had to pull him out of the studio to come with us. Ever since Metro Station was talking about getting back together Trace has done nothing but write. I am happy for him. Metro was the best thing that ever happened to him.
“You okay?” He asked with a worried look on his face.
“Yeah, I’m okay.” I sat in the window seat and watched as Nick waved. I smiled at him and blew him a kiss before he walked away.
“Here is a blanket, Miley.” Brandi said giving me a blanket.
“Thanks,” I smiled taking it from her.
Everyone sat down and waited patiently for the plane to take off. I was excited to be visiting home, but I was also nervous. I was scared. My heart ached that I was leaving again. I didn’t want to leave, I wanted to be with him. But, he was right…we shouldn’t rush it. I didn’t want to hurt us, and I was happy that Nick felt the same. We had to back trace in order to move forward.
“It must be hard leaving him again.” Trace said wrapping his arm around me. I rested my head on his chest.
“It is…” I sighed. “I think that it will be good in the end. We just have to back trace and take things slow.”
“That’s a good idea.” He agreed. “I don’t want to see you hurt.” He said kissing the top of my head.
“Thanks,” I smiled softly.
“Are you excited to be going home?” He asked.
“Yes! I can’t wait to see Nana.” I laughed lightly.
“I think the break will be good for you, and me too.” He laughed.
“I am happy to spend time with you all.” I said as the plane started to take off.
“We are going to have a blast.” Trace laughed once we were up in the air. It only took me a few minutes to fall asleep.
