Broken

• Chapter 126 •

- CLEMENTINE -

"I can't believe we're going back," I yawn as I drag my duffle bag behind me. I haven't gotten much sleep.

"I know, it was such a nice time," Aya sighs, "Except for the sand and the walking."

I snort and roll my eyes at her.

"Morning," Ashton snakes his arm around my waist, kissing the top of my head.

"Sleep well?" I cock my eyebrow.

Ashton looks just as shit as I feel. "Definitely the best sleep of my life," he smiles slyly.

We burst into laughter.

"Did you guys fuck again?" Aya deadpans. Ugh. I wish that's why we were up, and it wasn't because he was being a fucking moron and drowning.

"Nope, just went for a late night swim," I mumble.

"Cute!" Aya coos.

"Alrighty everyone, attention, please. It's time for us to say goodbye to this beautiful paradise and go home," Ms. Shanice announces.

"I'd like to say that I have had an amazing time getting to know all of you throughout the week. And some of you, only last minute," Aoife shoots Ashton and I a knowing smile. "So I would like to thank you all for coming, I hope you've learned a lot and had fun!" she smiles.

"Okie dokie everybody, let's get this show on the road!" Mr. Black says joyfully as he leads us towards the buses.

I sigh and take a few more pictures of this place before turning to Ashton and telling him to pose. He makes a ridiculous face and I laugh as I snap a picture of him. We take a couple of selfies before sighing deeply, not wanting to leave this place.

"You ready?"

"Go ahead, I'll be right there," Ashton tells me as Aoife comes towards us. I nod in comprehension and make my way towards the bus.

- ASHTON -

"Thank you again, Ashton."

"No problem," I tell Aoife.

She scratches the top of her head. "Um, by the way... If you want, you can visit my mom, Michelle. She lives in LA, and she's pretty nice once you get to know her. I'll tell her you're not a bad guy... You know, if you need a break or someone to watch the twins for a little freedom, she's great with kids. She loves them a lot," she rambles.

I press my lips into a flat line. She clears her throat, "Just a thought... I'll text you her info?"

I shrug uncomfortably, "I guess." I proceed to give her my number, and she does as promised.

She sighs and looks up at me, "So... Have a safe flight."

"Thanks."

"Bring it in, little bro!"

I shake my head at her, "Yeah, no. Don't ever do that again."

She winces, "You're right. That was too much..."

I smile at her before taking off, "Take care, Aoife."

- CLEMENTINE -

"I can't believe we're leaving this place," I mumble as I press my face on the window of the airplane.

"I know," Ashton mumbles.

"I just wish time would slow down, you know?"

He studies me silently. I shrug, "You excited to go home?"