Just a dare - Byler

Chapter 2 💐

"No idea. Find some homework online, watch a science documentary. I don't know?!"

"You've not thought about this properly. I can't believe both you. This is so low of you." Dustin snapped and left the table in a huff.

"Maybe he's right Lucas." I started to feel bad again for even contemplating this dare.

"The money Michael. The money" he got up and left too.

I was on my own again. Maybe something could happen with me and Will over this dare. Maybe this is a good thing it's happening. The one thing he's not allowed to know is that everything was just a dare.

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The time had come. Will should be at my house in any minute. My parents and sisters were out and about so I was alone, with Will.

I started to feel really anxious about it. My palms were going sweaty, I started to feel dizzy and my legs were like jelly. I went to sit down but heard the tiny knock on the door.

My legs were about to give way as I leaned against the door and opened it slowly. Stood in a little wooley hat, a big coat, a scarf and gloves, was William.
I couldn't hold back my smile.

"Hey Will! Come in" I opened the door a little more as I felt myself fall to the floor.

The young boy started unravelling himself from the warm clothing and took his little boots off while I was still sat on the floor. Eventually Will had turned around and let out a loud laugh.

"What are you doing down there?" he asked through each laugh.
I couldn't help but howl along and watched as his smile got bigger every second.

"I'm not sure!" I giggled as he helped me up on to my couch.

Once we had finished our laughing fit, Will finally asked the question. "So what are we doing tonight then?"

"Good question. I don't know!" I forgot to plan something.

"Is it okay to look through the movies?" I nodded and watched him stand towards the movie shelf.

I realised his voice is a lot louder than at school, his personality changed completely and it was honestly the most beautiful sound I've ever heard.

Finally, he had picked out something. Star Wars.

"This has something to do with science in it. It's space and I love space!" he excitedly told me.

I helped him get the snacks as the beginning started. Both sat down at the same time and was ready to watch Star Wars.
This had gone a lot better than I anticipated.

Half way through, a little snore from the side of me caught my attention. A little Will was leaning his head against me with his eyes shut and his mouth open the tiniest bit. I decided to take in his features.
His cute button nose stood out first, his skin so smooth, a sprinkle of freckles along his face and his beauty marks so dark.
His eyelashes were long when his eyes were closed and his mouth was puffy and kissable.

It was a beautiful site. Nothing could ruin this perfect mome- nevermind.
The door swung open to reveal my family and for them to see Will snap up straight at the sudden sound.

"Sorry boys" mom called out to us as she raced up stairs with Molly in her arms, Dad thought it was a great idea to sleep as soon as he sits down in his la - Z- Boy chair.

"Shit" I said under my breath. I looked towards the clock, it was too late for Will to he travelling home by himself.

"I best be getting home" he said as if we was thinking the same thing.

I stopped him as he got up. "Will, it's nearly midnight. Its far too late for you to go home."

"I don't want to be a burden." his voice quiet again. Either he was quiet or his real voice was drowned out by my father's snores.

"You aren't going to be. Please, call your mom and explain. My mom won't mind you staying the night."

He nodded and walked towards the house phone. Bonus, got Will to stay the night.

Soon after, I took Will up to my room and told my mom about him staying. She wasn't bothered by it and said she will take him home in the morning, as it was a Friday night/morning.

The boy stood awkwardly in the middle of the room, searching around.

"Anything interesting?" I asked when I walked back in. He jumped and shook his head.

I handed him some spare pajamas and a toothbrush and sent him to my en suite. I had a double bed, so I hoped he didn't mind sleeping next to me.

He walked out and stood next to my bed, staring at me. "Do you want me to sleep on the couch?"

I blinked at him in the dim light. "No. Do you want to sleep in mine and I'll go downstairs?"

"I don't mind Mike, honestly."

I got out of my bed and told him to sleep in the bed as I started to collect some blankets and a pillow.
I made my way to my door before Will whispered something.

"Stay, please"

"Are you sure?" I saw a little nod of his head and a pat next to him.

I crawled in next to the smaller boy and faced towards him.

"Thank you for tonight Mike. I had fun" he gave a weak smile.

"You're welcome" another smile from my side. I slowly put my hand out and cupped his tiny hand under the sheets.
He didn't flinch, he just allowed his small fingers to curl around mine.

"Goodnight William" I whispered as I turned my lamp off.

"Goodnight Michael." his eyes shut slowly and huddled closer to me for warmth. Not seconds later, was he snoring against my chest, sending me to sleep with it.

I felt a connection.