Use Me

Chapter 5

Calix's pov

"I'm so pumped for tomorrow!", Zach exclaims as we walk back to the locker rooms.

I drape my arm over his shoulders, yanking him toward me.

"Same. We better win then."

He wraps his arm around my waist, gripping onto my shirt, "If we win... you're taking me on a ride with you."

I look down at him, frowning.

"What's wrong with now?"

His eyes widen slightly, gaze consequently averting from mine.

"I'm... I'm scared. So I wanted to somehow force myself into it, you know?", he mumbles, his eyes still not meeting mine.

I come to an abrupt stop, causing him to stagger back in surprise. He grips onto my shirt, regaining his balance.

I turn toward him, placing my hands on his shoulders.

"What did I tell you about-"

"You're going on a drive home with me", I cut him off.

"B- but...", he halts.

"It's small, but it's a start, right?"

He swallows, pursing his lips.

"Hey...", I move one of my hands onto his neck, forcing him to look at me.

"I'll be with you."

His expression shifts slightly.

He nods, "Okay!"

I smile, "I'll meet you outside."

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Zach's pov

Holy shit.

Firstly, what the fuck did I just get myself into.

What if I die?!

I'm so stupid.

But... her tone of voice is so secure. I feel so safe with her... maybe a bit too safe.

My fingertips softly trace my nape where she touched me, leaving goosebumps in its wake.

It took everything in me not to lean into her hands back there. Seriously... if I were a cat I would've been purring.

"I'll be with you..."

No, Zach.

I remove my hand from my neck, collecting my thoughts.

I shouldn't be thinking these things.

"Zach?"

I sharply inhale as someone touches my shoulder, quickly spinning around.

"Oh... it's just you", I relax.

"You ready to go?"

I nod.

She hands me her helmet, but stops mid-way.

"Do you want me to put it on for you?"

"Yes, please", I whisper.