Ashton's P.O.V.
I couldn't be more angry at Michael right now. Not only for his part in the whole Matt situation; but also for ruining the most perfect morning of my life. Why did he have to contact me through Calum, anyway? Surely our friendship was stronger than that.
The drive to Calum's house was silent besides the dull humming of the radio. I'd occasionally glance over at Aoife and every time our eyes connected she smiled encouragingly. Despite everything, she didn't blame Michael one bit, and I knew she wanted us to be friends again.
Deep down, I wanted that, too.
"It wasn't his fault, you know. Matt used him..." Aoife timid voice interrupted my thoughts.
I sighed heavily before repling "I know."
"Will you be able to forgive him?" She asked.
I placed my hand on her knee while keeping the other firmly on the steering wheel. Memories of the band came flooding back one by one; Michael sending me that text asking would I like to do a gig with them. Only 12 people showed up, yet I stayed. 5 Seconds of Summer is the best thing to happen to my life. And through all of our struggles, Mikey was always the one to keep a smile on my face.
We hit a red traffic light and I turned my head, smiling at my girlfriend. "I think I already have."
Calum's P.O.V.
"Cal, I know I messed up big time, but you guys are my best friends. Please can we get past this?" Michael pleaded for the millionth time.
Luke and I exchanged sympathetic glances before I eventually sighed in defeat. "We want to, mate. It just all depends on Ashton now."
"He hates me..." His voice sounded tired; drained of its usual chirpiness.
"Dude, it's Ashton. He could never hate anyone. Least of all you." Luke patted him on the back.
This was true. Michael was the reason Ashton joined the band, and it wasn't exactly a secret that those two bonded the most out of all of us. I know Ash well enough to know that once the initial anger had died down, he'd forgive Michael without a thought. They've always been inseparable, one stupid mistake isn't gonna change that.
Michael opened his mouth to speak again, but the light tapping on the door silenced him. Time stood still for a brief moment, all of us freezing to the spot. I composed myself quickly and made my way to answer the door.
"Hey, guys." I greeted Ashton and Aoife.
I didn't expect him to bring her, but thank God he did. She's the only one who would be able to calm him down if things get heated.
"Where is he?" Ashton cut to the chase.
There was something about his voice, it didn't sound agitated in the slightest. It was more, I don't know... hopeful? I moved aside to let them in.
Ashton's P.O.V.
I stepped into Calum's home with Aoife close behind me - the familiar scent of vanilla and musk hitting my nostrils immediately. I've missed this place, and my band.
We walked through the hall and into the living room, my palms sweating just at the thought of seeing Michael. I hope he doesn't think I hate him, because I never could. Brothers don't hate each other. I stepped into the living room and my eyes darted straight to him.
He stood up from the sofa - looking shit scared, might I add - and approached me with wary eyes.
"Ash, you're here. Okay, oh my gosh, right, please hear me out. I'm so sorry fo-"
I tackled him into a huge bro-hug, obviously catching him off guard during what I'm sure would've been a beautiful speech. I could hear the applause behind us and I laughed aloud at my ridiculous friends.
I pulled back and was met with a dumbfounded expression on Michael's face. "You forgive me?"
"Yes, you idiot." I punched his arm jokingly.
"But what about, you know, the band and stuff?" He scratched the back of his head.
I turned towards the other lads. "Rehearsals tomorrow morning? My garage has missed you crazy bananas." I giggled.
"REUNITED 5SOS!!!" Calum screeched, running towards us with Luke and Aoife.
It wasn't long before we were all lying in a heap on the floor, out of breath from laughter. God, I love these weirdos.
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A/N: This update is SO LATE I'm really sorry if you've been reading and had to wait all this time, it sucks :( But I'm back and the story's still going on :D
Anyone else love Mashton? Calum clearly does ;)
Btw, pretty random, but are any of you guys All Time Low fans? Please let me know in the comments, because I'M SO FREAKING EXCITED for their new album!! <3
Anyways, I hope you liked this chapter :-) Stay safe - ashtonseyes x
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