A School bus graveyard fanfiction! I don't see much of these sooo.. I deliver!
AIDEN CLARK x ASHLYN BANNER
(THIS TAKES PLACE WITHOUT THE PHANTOM DIMENSION)
[I DO NOT OWN THE CHARACTERS]
Ashlyn spends most of her time alone, hiding in the school's music room after hours, where she pours her emotions into her music. It's her safe haven, where she doesn't have to face the pressure of interacting with others. Aiden, on the other hand, is always in the middle of things, laughing and making jokes, yet never really connecting with anyone. Despite his outgoing nature, he feels isolated and misunderstood, except by Ben. Aiden has admired Ashlyn from afar for a long time, captivated by her love for music and the mystery that surrounds her. His fascination with her grows into a near obsession, and he starts finding ways to be around her-whether it's showing up at the music room or sitting near her in class. His constant smiles and boundless energy make Ashlyn uneasy at first, especially when she notices him always being nearby. One day, Aiden catches a glimpse of Ashlyn playing an original song on her guitar. Mesmerized by her talent, he approaches her, offering to hang out and share music. Ashlyn is initially hesitant, finding Aiden's intensity overwhelming, but Ben, who starts joining their conversations, helps her feel more at ease. As they begin spending more time together, Ashlyn starts to see that Aiden's quirky, sometimes odd behavior isn't malicious-it's rooted in his fear of being alone and his desire to connect with her. Aiden, for his part, becomes increasingly aware that his fixation on Ashlyn might be pushing her away, even though he genuinely wants to be closer to her.
As Dallas and Drayton navigate life in the spotlight, Spencer is navigating intense feelings for Nathan - her best friend's brother.
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Dallas and Drayton are planning their wedding, talking babies and learning how to navigate life in LA now that Drayton is a hotshot football player in the big leagues. Meanwhile, Spencer and Nathan are back at home in Colorado, coming to terms with their feelings for one another and learning how to co-parent with Grayson, the father of Spencer's daughter. Will the realities of adult life strengthen them - or will their relationships break?
[Sequel to The QB Bad Boy and Me]
[[word count: 150,000-200,000 words]]