There was a circular driveway and I could smell the ocean from here. As soon as Dave stopped the car..we were off..it was like we were kids again as I stepped onto the pavement and felt Alder grip my hand before tugging.
He quickly pulled me towards that same path we had walked so many times before as I could hear the waves crashing from here. Seagulls cried out their welcome as I quickly kicked my sneakers off before stepping on the hot sand, trying not to stay in one place for too long or they would surely burn.
“Come on Jo!” Alder shouted, making me laugh as he continued to pull me along and before I knew it, he had hoisted me over his shoulder, making a burst of laughter fall from my lips.
“I’m going to fall!” I yelled, seeing Ben doing the same to Robin as Milo jogged next to them. Then I saw Caspian in the back, his eyes burning into mine as anger coursed through him.
Before I could even think of why he was mad, I felt a splash of water hit my back before Alder spun around and dove in, taking me with him.
I quickly shut my eyes and plugged my nose, trying to hold my breath as the warm salty water engulfed me.
I felt my body being dragged back up as hands started brushing my now soaking wet hair out of my face.
“Are you okay?” Alder laughed, clearing my face as I fluttered my eyes open and saw him staring at me.
“Oh..you are asking for it now.” I responded before leaping forward and pushing him back, making him fall into the water once more as his arms wrapped around my waist, taking me with him.
“Are you guys fucking done? We need to bring the stuff in.” Caspian yelled from the beach as his muscular arms were crossed in front of his chest. He had on a black T-shirt now and his tattoos were on full display, making his biceps look even bigger.
I always seem to forget how big Capsian really is..he is the Hockey captain after all..even on the off seasons like now he still keeps in good shape.
“That’s it..I’m done with the pissy behavior.” Alder suddenly announced before eyeing Ben and Milo as they started stepping out of the water.
“You are fucking going in..” Alder stated, making Caspian scoff as a smug look filled his face.
“You seriously think you can get me in there?” He asked arrogantly as he eyed the guys approaching him.
Suddenly Robin walked over towards me as I stood up..realistically we were only in knee deep water..but the waves were getting us pretty good.
“This should be good.” Robin whispered before giving me a wink.
“Oh, we will..and then you are going to drop this fucking attitude and try to have some damn fun.” Alder declared and that’s when he pounced, his arms gripping on to Caspian’s before pulling. Ben swiftly took the other side as Milo headed for the back, pushing him towards the ocean..only..he was barely budging.
That’s when Caspian let out a laugh, one I hadn’t heard in years as a smile tugged at his lips.
“Come on! Let’s go help.” Robin suddenly blurted as I watched her small soaked frame run up to them.
That’s when Caspian’s eyes flashed to mine, his gaze wandering down my body as his smiled faltered and suddenly he began to move. Alder and Ben managed to gain the upper hand as Robin and Milo pushed from the back and that’s when a loud splash sounded as I closed my eyes and turned my head, feeling the ocean water sprinkle across my face.
“Dude! My phone was in my pocket!” Caspian yelled as he breached the surface, making everyone but me laugh.
I looked away, feeling left out now as Capsian started messing around with Milo and Alder.
I slowly started walking to the beach, trying not to let Caspian’s presence get to me as I was about to step out of the water when two large tattooed arms suddenly wrapped around my waste.
“Where do you think you’re going Turner.” Caspian suddenly whispered against my ear before yanking me back and throwing me into the ocean once more.
Only this time I didn’t have a chance to plug my nose or close my mouth even..that’s how shocked I was..so when I went under the surface, salt water rushed through my nose and mouth causing me to choke.
“Fuck, are you okay?” Caspian asked as I came out coughing, trying to gasp for air as I pushed away from him.
He probably did that on purpose and was just faking concern in front of everyone!
“Y..yeah..j..just let me go.” I managed to croak out as I must’ve looked like a drowning rat at this point.
I crawled onto the beach as Alder was now next to me and patting my back.
“Do you need a minute?” He asked and I just nodded.
“I..I’m fine..I just swallowed some water.” I explained, feeling my throat now burning as I slowly stood, avoiding Caspian altogether. I’m guessing he had a very pleased look on his face.
“Let’s head back, we should help them with the luggage anyways.” Alder laughed as I nodded and that’s when I saw him glance down before his cheeks began turning pink.
Then I quickly followed his gaze as my mouth fell wide open..apparently this shirt is practically see-through when it gets wet..and the thin white bra doesn’t hide anything..oh god..how much worse can this get?! Before I could even answer that, Caspian stomped over to me before gripping my arm and whirling me around. He then proceeded to hastily take off his wet black T-shirt and shove it over my head, leaving me staring at his bare tattooed chest.
Welp..now I know how much worse it can get..a freaking lot apparently.
(Johnnie)
I trudged my way back to the house awkwardly, my eyes staying glued to the floor as salt water clung to my skin, making me all sticky.
Why did Caspian do that? The moment kept replaying in my mind over and over again. How he shoved his shirt over my head, making my eyes focus on his hard chest as the image of a small tattooed butterfly was now etched into my mind.
Yeah, he had a lot of other tattoos, but that one drew me in the most. Something about it seemed so damn familiar, I just couldn’t put my finger on it.
After Caspian put his shirt on me, he turned and stomped towards the house..was he mad now? I didn’t ask for his shirt.
I glanced up just as he slipped into the house, his broad muscular back making my stomach twist as I chewed on the inside of my lip nervously.
“You sure you’re okay Jo?” Alder suddenly asked before lifting his arm and rubbing the back of his neck. He couldn’t even look me in the eyes..well..I don’t blame him, I wasn’t looking him in the eyes either.
“Yeah, I’m just going to go change and unpack my stuff.” I explained, making Alder look at me as he nodded his head softly.
I slowly bent over, picking up my purse I left here before going to the beach and held it in my hand.
“You’re coming back out, right? I think Heather said something about having lunch by the pool.” Alder explained.
“Uh, yeah sure..I will be out soon.” I stated and quickly turned on my heel before racing upstairs.
Shit shit shit..I am officially freaking out..I mean..I know that this moment would come, obviously..but I didn’t think so soon. How was I going to go out there in a bikini?! I knew I should’ve packed a backup swimsuit..maybe my mom has one I can borrow.
Walking through the house, I hastily made my way past the modern sitting area where beige and light blue colored furniture filled the room. I headed towards the large staircase and made my way up.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
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