[Astrid](You) (PLEASE READ A/N)
"Jesus Christ Colbs!" I say struggling to compel my laughs as he sets down all of the snacks he got on to the counter.
Today is my last day of bed rest and so Colby wanted to have a 'celebratory' movie night.
"What? I wanted to go all out on your last day of hell!" He said getting out some bowls from the cabinet above my fridge.
I have been sitting on my couch ever since I got out of the hospital, in the same 4 walls I call home. It quite literally has been hell.
Colby comes over with a bowl of popcorn and a couple of drinks; setting them down on the coffee table. He asks, "So what are we watchin'?"
"Well we could either watch Up and bawl our eyes out or watch Bolt so I can complain to you about how much I want a dog." I say with a cheeky smile.
"Orrrr we can watch insidious and I can laugh at you while you dance with the little dude that dances to 'Tip Toe Thru The Window'" He says with the same cheeky smile; totally not mocking me.
"I guess I'm in the mood to do a lil' jig" I shrugged.
Colby grabbed the remote and turned on the Tv. I wrapped my blanket around my legs more as I tried to situate myself. Colby then took it upon himself to place is arm around my shoulder; pulling me into his chest.
Catching me by surprise, my eyes widened as I glance up at him. Trying to compose my internal screaming... just made me look like I really had to shit.
"Uh, you good there?" Colby asked with a hint of concern in his voice.
I awkwardly held up a thumbs up before quickly turning back to the movie; hoping to god he didn't see the pink tint that had began to grow on my face.
See ever since I met Colby, I always knew I had a small thing for him, but throughout the past year.. I can't believe it's been that long.. my feelings aren't so small anymore. It's almost like my feelings are a volcano that's ready to explode every time he just looks my way.
I've never been the one to hide my feelings towards people, but with Colby I almost feel obligated too. He seems like an affectionate and an amazing guy that I'd love to be with, but if we're being completely honest here... I'm being delusional..
"Ash? Astriddd??" Colby said; waving a hand in front of my face to grab my attention.
"Hm?" I hum. "When this hell of bed rest is over, do you wanna go to the Villisca House with Sam, Nate, Seth, and I?" (SUGGESTION FROM @Rayathedragon500)
"Already wanting more views because of me Mr. Brock?"I teased.
"Yea, 'cause Sam and I are nothing without the all-great and powerful Astrid." Colby said sarcastically with a slight chuckle.
"Well in that case, I suppose I will come." I said cocky-like. He smiled widely at me and turned to face the Tv again.
He has the most gorgeous smile; might I just add.. He hasn't left my side throughout this time and I couldn't be more appreciative.
I go to stand up and wobble a bit due to the lack of movement from the past couple of hours. Colby grabs my waist to stabilize me which sends butterflies erupting throughout my stomach.
"What do you think your doing lil' lady..?" He says looking up at me. "I gotta piss? What do you want me to do? Piss on the couch?" I say laughing a bit while walking out of his grasp and to the bathroom.
He laughed in response to my question and directed his attention to his vibrating phone.
I walk into the bathroom and close the door, locking it. After I do my business and wash my hands, I stare at my reflection. Staring at my self in the mirror has became apart of my daily routine ever since my incident. I honestly look like I got hit by a bus..
My knees go weak and I catch myself by holding onto the counter. In the process, it knocks my hairbrush into the floor.
The patter of footsteps running towards the bathroom could be heard. "Ash? Are you ok?!" Colby exclaimed frantically; jiggling the door knob.
"I'm fine! Just dropped something." I explained through the door.
God what'd I do for everything to be normal again.
I've been texting my dad but no response. He was the last parent I could depend on but now..I just depend on myself.
Colby waited outside the door for me and helped me back to the couch. "Thank you kind sir." I said in a very awful British accent.
"You're welcome m'lady." Colby retaliated back in the same awful accent.
Giggling and laughing have also became a frequent thing around Colby, he really is the funniest and sweetest guy I've ever met.
"Colbyyyy.." I wined grabbing his attention. "Yes?" He asked. "Can you go grab me another blanket please? My arms are cold." I asked, giving him my best puppy dog eyes.
"But I don't wanna get upppp.." he said, giving me the most adorable puppy eyes back. He then scooted closer to me and wrapped an arm around my shoulders like he was doing beforehand.
"Better?" He said smiling down at my now blushing face.
I nodded while smiling widely and nuzzled my way closer to his torso. This is definitely better than a blanket..
Throughout the movie I could feel myself drifting off...
[Colby]
The movie was now over and the credits were playing. Light snoring could be heard. I look down to a peaceful, sleeping Astrid.
I don't think I have ever stared at something so beautiful.. My heart races when she's near and I just can't help but smile.
I turned off the Tv and propped my legs up on the coffee table. The snoring was so comforting and she looked so content. Impulsively, I kissed her forehead gently.
I could really get used to this...
[THE NEXT DAY]
I woke up without the comfort I fell asleep in.
Blinking away the light, I looked around for the pretty girl I was falling for. She was walking out of her room, dressed and put together.
"Colby it's over!!" She said jumping around gently; still getting used to walking around and being more active than she has been.
"I know!" I said chuckling. "Can we please go get breakfast!? I'm tired of eating cereal every morning.." Astrid asked sweetly.
"I guessss, but we still have to meet up with Sam after, then go to the Villisca House alright?" I explained to her as I grabbed my overnight bag and walked to the bathroom to fix myself.
(PLEASE PRETEND THAT THE VILLISCA HOUSE IS IN DRIVING DISTANCE FROM THEM AND TOTALLY NOT IN A DIFFERENT STATE!! -Kay(Author) )
After freshening up I walked back out to the main living area and grabbed my keys off the counter.
"Ready to go?" I asked as I slipped my shoes on.
She nodded as I opened the door and watched as she walked out; down the hallway.
I love to see Astrid so happy, she was absolutely ecstatic about being outside again.
I opened the door for her, which she thanked, and then I hopped into the drivers seat.
Astrid grabbed my phone which was connected to my car and blasted the worst music imaginable... country..
"Are you trying to torture me?" I asked with a straight face.
She smirked and began to sing on the top of her lungs "BABY LOCK THE DOOR AND TURN THE LIGHTS DOWN LOW!!"
I raise my hand and flip her off; not taking my eyes off of the road.
She then changes the music to play some One Direction. "Better?" She asks.
I ignore her and let my heart sing out. "EvErYbOdY wAnNa StEaL mY gIrL"
She giggled and looked at me. That giggle is to die for.
"EVERYBODY WANNA TAKE HER HEART AWAY!" I heard her join in.
Laughing and living the life, we went back and forth with different songs until we got to Waffle House.
"Waffle House!!" She said excitedly.
Getting out of the car Astrid got a call. When she answered I could see her whole demeanor change.
"Ash?" I said with concern lacing my tone; walking over and placing a hand on the small of her back.
"Ok.." She said to whomever was on the phone.
After the call ended she looked down at her feet and then spoke up. "I'm not hungry anymore.. Can we just go?" She asked.
Concerned, I gave her a hug and shook my head, "Food makes everyone feel better, so let's go eat and talk shit about people we mutually hate."
She gave me a half- hearted smile and looked up at me. "You know me so well.."
"Of course I do! Now let's go." I said grabbing her hand and leading her inside.
I knew she wouldn't want to talk about it right now, so I'm going to wait until she tells me...what good would it do to ask if she wasn't ready to tell me?
Sitting down at a booth and ordering drinks, she was starting to fiddle with her fingers.
I can't stand to see her so down and not being able to fix it..
I sighed and took her hands into mine. She looked up at me and I gave her a look that said it all. She sighed and looked down.
"My dad.. he um called me.." she started to explain.
I gave her hand a small squeeze of reassurance and she then continued. "He wanted to tell me that he pawned off all my stuff; which isn't a huge deal, but he also pawned my moms wedding ring..when he specifically told me he was going to give it to me when I fount 'the one'.." her voice started to crack and her eyes were glossing over.
"What a dick move.." I said, not exactly knowing what to say in this situation but when I heard her sniffle with a small laugh, I knew I must've did something right.
"A huge dick move.." she said looking down at the table sadly.
Our food then came and we ate in a peaceful silence. Sometimes I would catch myself staring at such a view. Her.
After we finished, I went to pull out my wallet but Astrid had already handed her card to the waitress. She looked at me with a sweet smile. "My treat!"
I rolled my eyes jokingly and thanked her with a smile.
In the car on the way to Sam and I's place we just listened to music and made small talk. She seemed to be feeling better but, she was still bothered by it and I mean who wouldn't be? With such a joke of a father...
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I literally suck at updating. Life's been so crazy that honestly I've forgotten about this book- I'm starting a new school for senior year which is driving my anxiety through the roof and I've also have just lacked motivation.
Part of me wants to right a new book to see if it can bring back some motivation, let me know what you guys think!! Again I am so sorry for not updating but I'm gonna try and do better. <3
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