Healing Love (BxBxMxM)

Chapter 87: Friends

''Ooooh, Is that your Boooyfriend?'' Violet sang out happily, Grinning as my face flushed instantly.

''That's him? Good job Aspen! That guy's looks are like a nine, Maybe a ten'' Charlie added on from where he was sitting on the porch, His comment making my face flush even further.

''I- I'm just. . .Gonna go, Bye guys!'' I called back, Waving to my friends before hurriedly walking out to where Emory was patiently waiting for me.

''HAVE A FUN TIME!'' One of my friends shouted out the window right as I was about to speak, Making me choke on my words.

What the heck!

''Are you alright?'' Emory checked, Gently patting me on my back as I got my brief choking fit under control.

I nodded quickly, Trying to catch my breath.

''Yup! Yup. . .Let's just. . .Can we go home?'' I managed to ask between gasps for air.

He smiled fondly at me before holding open the passenger door for me, Like a gentleman.

''Did you have a good time with your friends?'' He questioned once he took his place in the driver's seat, Both of us buckling in before pulling out onto the road.

''Yeah!'' I responded happily before explaining all the different things we did, He listened all the while, An amused and fond smile on his face.

Before long, We were slowing to a stop outside of our home.

''I am glad you have had a good time, I will have to speak with your friend's guardians about having a sleep over at our home sometime'' Emory chuckled out as he unlocked the front door.

''Really? That'd be awesome!'' I laughed out, My heart soaring.

''Of course, If you enjoy their company and spending time with them then I see no reason not to have them over sometime'' He murmured, Stepping aside so I could head inside first.

''I can't wait! It'll be so much fun!'' I stated, Starting to head towards the couch.

''What'll be so much fun?'' A familiar voice questioned, Instantly making my heart plummet, The smile on my face starting to fall.

I had completely forgotten about Channing.

Why is he still here? Shouldn't he have gone home by now!

Swallowing nervously, I slowly took a step away from him as he stepped into the hallway.

''Hello Aspen'' He greeted, His eyes narrowing ever so slightly as he spoke.

I could feel the familiar cold tight feeling of dread I always feel around him anymore starting to squeeze at my throat and lungs.

''H-Hi Channing.'' I squeaked out, My voice shaking, My hands starting to follow the suite of my voice.

Is he going to berate me? Insult me? . . .Hurt me?

The happy feelings that had been following me all day were completely gone now.

''W-W-What are you doing here?'' I questioned, My voice still trembling as I slowly continued to back up a bit more, Getting closer to the front door.

An escape route. . .

I hadn't really expected to see him. . .Nor did I expect to feel this way when seeing him. . .To put it simply, All of these negative and fearful feelings were catching me off guard after such a good day. . .Hell, A good few days.

I had grown used to not feeling this way. . .I had grown used to feeling safe and content in this house. . .With Emory always close by.

''What do you mean? I was invited here'' He responded, A look I couldn't quite figure out briefly crossed his face.

''W-Why are you still here though, I's been a day. . .Y-You should be gone'' I squeaked out, Bumping slightly into Emory.

''Oh. . .I'm sorry, I didn't realize I wasn't welcome here. . .I'll get my shoes on and leave then'' Channing sighed out, His voice sounding sad and remorseful, Like he didn't want to leave.

''I will drive you home'' Emory murmured gently, Moving away from me to gently pat Channing on his head. . .Like he would typically do for me.

''Thanks Emory'' Channing sighed out, Hurriedly tugging on his shoes as heading outside as I just watched on, Confused, Scared and a bit hurt.

Emory started to head towards the door before pausing and turning towards me.

''Go unpack from your sleep over'' He muttered, His voice curt. . .Angry sounding.

He's. . .Angry with me?

''A-Are you mad at me?'' I questioned, My voice wobbling as my heart felt like it was stopping completely.

Emory paused slightly before sighing and shaking his head.

''I am not at you, I understand you do not wish to be near him, You have the right to choose as such. . .I am just. . .Disappointed.'' He stated simply before turning and leaving the house.

My heart. . .

Felt so cold.

My vision started to blur a bit as warmth started to drip down my face.

He's never been upset with me before. . .

My throat felt tight, Like I was choking on something.

This time not from words spoken with teasing care. . .But from words that ripped my healing heart right out of my chest.

Leaving an aching hole in it's place.

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Aspen's in a fragile state. . .And Emory may or may not be being blinded by his own trauma from his past. . . :)

Anyways! Like always, Have a good day/night and find a better book! - fallen