As I stir in my sleep, I faintly hear Ash's deep voice. Sounds like he's talking to someone, well more like having an argument. I open my eyes slowly, blinking a few times trying to focus. He's sitting on the bed, his back facing me. He looked really good from here, I don't feel like getting up or letting him know I'm awake. I just feel like lying here and admiring him. He was perfect, even though he thought little of himself. He's everything to me.
I smile as I think of how we first met, I was hotheaded and he was this arrogant guy at a beach party. Little did I know, he'd become the best part of my life here at WCU.
"I'm not going to do that, no way. Mum was enough and I don't want to put her under that kind of pressure again, okay?" Ash says, running a hand through his dark hair. He sighed loudly as he ended the call, tossing his phone onto the bed. He crouched forward and buried his face in his hands.
I slowly got up and scooted closer to him. I wrapped my arms around him from behind and rested my chin on his shoulder. He smiled and placed a warm kiss on my cheek before looking ahead again, a look of worry etched on his pretty face.
"What's up?" I asked casually, lightly tracing random patterns over this abs.
"It's nothing major, just dad" he replied with a half-smile.
Hm. Seems like he's still keeping things from me. Small or not, I want him to know that he can trust me and open up to me. Oh well, looks like we're going to have to do things my way.
"Fine! If you won't tell me what's the problem then I'm just gonna skip right ahead to the part where I say thanks for the night and leave" I said, attempting to get off the bed.
"No! Don't!" He replied abruptly, yanking my arm and pulling me close to him.
"I'm sorry, I guess I have to get used to telling my girlfriend everything" He said, wrapping his arms around me.
"Yes. Now tell me" I said, turning to face him.
He sat there and stared at me, probably thinking of what to say. His hair was ruffled and longer than when I first met him months ago. Hm, funny I hadn't noticed. I wonder if he would get a haircut or just let it grow out.
"My dad wants to meet you" He blurted out nervously, biting his lower lip. I looked at him wide-eyed, not knowing what to say. I cleared my throat several times but nothing came out of my mouth. Wait, why am I so scared of his dad?
"Kaia, say something. You're freaking me out" He said, grabbing me by the arms and slowly shaking me causing me to laugh.
"I'm sorry. Um. ..yeah, I guess.. okay?" I said, unsure myself.
Ash stood up and grabbed his t-shirt, quickly putting it on. I stared at the healed bruises he had on his stomach, it looked nasty. I can't believe him and Axel could fight each other to that extent. It scared me.
"It's okay if you want to say no. I told him it's too fucking soon anyway" He said, clearly upset about something.
I hopped off the bed and stood in front of him, placing both hands on his cheeks. He sighed again then looked into my eyes, he gave me a slight smile. I could tell he was pushing that smile out, inside he was feeling the total opposite.
"I want to meet him. ..I do, but only on one condition" I said happily and watched as his eyes lit up in curiosity.
"What is it? Anything love" He said cheerfully, wrapping his arms around me.
"Well, if you want me to meet your dad. ..you'll have to consider meeting my mom" I said, a smirk playing across my lips.
Ash gave it a thought, furrowing his brows at me, then squinting at me. It was ridiculously funny watching him. It was like he was thinking about the biggest decision in history. Hilarious!
"Definitely" He said, nodding confidently at me.
I looked at him in suprise before giving him a hug. Okay, this is a good start.
"I think it's about time we get to know each other's family, even though mine is fucked up" He said, running a hand through his hair.
"Hey, don't say that! I'm happy your dad is interested in getting to know me and I know for sure mom and Ally would be delighted to get to know my lovely boyfriend".
"I hope so" He mumbled, leaning in to give me a kiss.
I heard my phone ringing annoyingly, interrupting our moment. I rolled my eyes as I broke away from our kiss to go see my phone. Ash chuckled at me as he walked and plopped down on the bed.
I pulled out my phone and saw that I had a few missed calls from Dani and a new text from Todd. Oh no! I forgot to tell them that I was with Ash last night. Oh crap! Our mall date today. Shit, shit, shit!
"What's wrong? You look. .. worried" Ash said, glancing at me from the bed.
"It's. ..it's just that I have a mall date with Dani and Todd and I almost forgot. They also don't know that I'm here" I said, running a hand halfway through my knotted hair.
"Mind if I tag along?" He asked with a smile. I couldn't resist grinning like an idiot, he looked so cute when he was being polite.
"Hmm. ..yeah I don't think they would mind. I'll have to go have a shower now and get dressed though. I'll text you" I said, walking back to his bedside just to get a goodbye kiss.
"You could always shower here, with me" He said in a low, seductive tone as we broke apart. I almost gave in but thank goodness I blinked, his stare was mesmerizing. I have to work on not making it get to me so much, or I'd be doing things I wouldn't normally do. Like shower with another. ..being. Is that weird?
"Nice try player, but I'll pass" I said, tossing a pillow at his face.
He burst out laughing and shook his head in disbelief.
"I'm hurt. I'm really, seriously hurt. It feels like the beach party all over again. Oh and look! You're walking out the door, just like how you kept walking away from me!" He shouted as I gathered my stuff and let myself out.
I laughed out loud as I walked down the stairs. I love where we are right now. We're finally together, no problems.
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When I got back to my room, Dani was nowhere to be seen. I called her and told her where I was and that I'm back at the room. Todd also called and said he would be by around 12pm to pick us up. I'm glad he was totally fine with Ash coming along.
I opened my closet and began looking for something to wear. Ash is coming along so I can't possibly wear sweats like I always do. Now that we're actually in a relationship I feel the need to look good, if that even makes sense.
I pull out a cute pink tank and a pair of jeans I haven't worn in a while. Matched with my brown boots of course. Love it!
I hop in the shower, taking my brush with me to untangle my horrible hair. I look up at the ledge and see that Dani's bought some new overly-priced shampoo. I flip the lid and take a whiff. Strawberry. I gently squeeze the bottle and watch as a mixture of white and pink shampoo plomps onto my palm.
"Oh, this smells great!" I said out loud as I massaged it into my hair.
"I'm glad!" someone shouted from outside the door.
"Dani, is that you?" I shouted back, chuckling to myself.
"Yes girl now hurry the hell up, I gotta shower too" she said, opening the door.
After another good 10 minutes, I shut off the water and stepped out, wrapping the towel around me. I dried my soft hair and decided to let it loose. My hair looked shiny and vibrant,unlike this morning when it looked like a troll's.
I stared at myself in the huge mirror, I looked the same. Haven't gained or lost weight, still the same skin tone. My hair definitely needs a trim though.
I opened the door and walked out, Dani quickly jumped into the shower, she was sweaty and looked exhausted. I'm guessing she went for a run. I have no idea why she does this much to stay fit. She's looks absolutely beautiful and has a great body already. Oh well, at least she's doing her, I can't even run for 10 minutes without puffing out.
I got dressed and sat on my bed going through my phone. Ally had posted a lot of new pictures on her page, looks like it was Lisa's 17th birthday yesterday. Aww! Ally looks so cute in that dress, I'm so glad she went. She deserves some fun.
Next was Todd who posted a throwback from a year ago, attending some fancy lunch at some fancy place. Oh Todd! He had brown check shorts and a pink Polo shirt on with Samantha by his side in her usual lady-like attire.
I took a quick selfie and was suprised it actually came out good. I might be an aspiring artist but I was crap when it came to taking pictures. As soon as I posted it, I immediately got an 'I Miss you' from Ally and something I'd rather not say out loud by Ash. My cheeks were flushed as I read it and I couldn't help it one bit.
"Damn! What's up with you?" Dani asked, appearing from the bathroom area dressed and ready to go. She had on ripped jeans and a pretty off-the-shoulder top.
"Oh nothing" I replied, grinning all the way out the door.
"Someone's in love" Dani mumbled as she locked the door behind us.
"Shut it Dani!" I replied, trying to wipe my cheesy smile of my face.
Just as we reached outside Ash's dorm, he came walking down the stairs, looking like someone straight out of a movie. Wow.
But not just any movie, I think he should be in one of those movies where he plays the bad boy who steals the sweet girl's heart and teaches her all kinds of bad stuff. Oh god I'm rambling in my head. Why am I so weird?
"Hey pretty lady" He greeted me, giving me a peck on the cheek.
"Aw that's so cute. You guys are adorable!" Dani squealed, clapping her hands.
Ash chuckled at her before turning back to me again, he wrapped his arms around me and looked at what I was wearing.
"You look lovely" He said in a low tone before leaning in to kiss me. My legs felt like jelly and my fingers went cold. He made me feel so. .argh
I responded to his kiss, pressing my body against his. He held me tighter, almost leaving me breathless. He tasted like jelly beans, the red ones in particular. So sweet. I swear he has a pack on him somewhere.
"Andddddd! There's our ride, thank God!" Dani exclaimed, rushing towards Todd's SUV.
"Sorry about that darling, we're kind of in love" Ash said in between laughs as we made our way across the parking lot.
"Yeah, yeah! I can see that" Dani said before getting into the car.
I burst out laughing at her and she couldn't help but laugh too.
Ash and I climbed in the backseat while Dani rode shotgun.
First stop, the mall.
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