Viper : Enemy of S.H.I.E.L.D.

Chapter 19: Love, What?

Chapter 19: Love, What?

*Jade’s POV*

            I wake up the next morning, about 8 o’clock. I look over and out the window. Sitting up and stretching, I push my covers off and walk to the window. I look down at the city. Busy people move quickly, yellow cabs infest the streets, and venders shout for people to buy there “incredible” products. I look up and to the right. A giant tower with an A on the side takes up my view and I sigh as I walk away from the window and into the bathroom. I shower and prepare myself for the day. As I’m picking out my outfit, I hear a knock on the door.

            “Really?” I say as I walk towards the door. I stop through and mumble “Shit.” As I glance down and remember I’m wrapped in a towel. I shake my head to dismiss the thoughts and look out the peep hole. Oh, it’s just Collin. “What do you want?” I say as I open the door. Collin steps in and pushes me out of the way of the door before shutting it.

            “Uh… I locked myself out of my apartment, mind if I stay here for a while? Just until the land lord gets in and can get me a spare key.” He says turning and looking at me.

            “Sure, I wasn’t busy or anything.” I say my voice filled with sarcasm. He looks down at my body and says,

            “You know, if you were showering, I’d be happy to help you finish.” I smile and say,

            “You know, I had actually just finished. Maybe next time.”

            “I’ll hold you to that.” He says before walking over to my couch and sitting down.

            “I don’t doubt you on that. Okay, I’m going to go change in my room, while you stay here.” I say gesturing for him to stay on the couch.

            “Are you sure, cause I’ve been told I’m very helpful in the bedroom.” He says, turning his head back to look at me.

            “Collin, if you come in my room, I will injure you.” I say looking at him too.

            “Right.” He says before turning the TV on. I roll my eyes and close my bedroom doors. I pull on a pair of ripped skinny jeans, a white tank top with skulls on it and my rocket boots. I’m not planning on going anywhere, but they’re cute. I dry my hair and walk back out. When I do, I’m expecting Collin to be on the couch or raiding my fridge. Instead I find the living room empty and hear several piano notes being played. I walk to where my piano is and see Collin standing there.

            “I haven’t heard you play in a while.” He says looking at me.

            “You can hear me?” I ask walking up to him.

            “These walls aren’t exactly steel Jade.” He says smiling down at me.

            “Yeah, well, I’ve been kinda busy.” I mentally add Collin to the small list of people who have heard my music.

            “Will you play something for me now?” He asks looking back at the piano. Before I can answer, I hear a door slam. I run to my door and open it. When I look out, I see a girl with brown hair walking down the stairs, making the journey of her walk of shame. I look back and see Collin smiling sheepishly at me.

            “Locked out my ass.” I say as I push Collin out the door.

            “But what about that song?” He asks.