Bryce POV:
As I left school today, I realized how much I hurt Addison. I wasn't trying to hurt her, but I just felt so left out. As I walked into the house, I noticed my mom was home. I sat down on the couch and put my head down. I didn't know what to do, and it was driving me crazy. I loved Addison, and I was scared. Just as I got her, I was about to lose her. As I sat there, I felt the seat next to me sink in. I felt a hand on my back. As I looked up, I noticed it was my mom.
L: What's going on, Bryce? You look pretty sad.
B: I messed things up with Addison's mom. Something is going on with her. She's not talking to me. And I feel like she's drifting away from me. She's talking to Josh, but not me. I can't help but feel jealous, mom. I've never felt this way for anyone, and I don't know. I am scared of losing her. How is it she barely came into my life, and now I can't imagine how I would manage in my world without her?
L: Bryce, let me tell you something. You want to know what's going on in her life is what's gonna drive her away. Trust that she will tell you when's she ready. But, as of right now, just wait. Be there for her, Bryce, in any way possible.
B: I don't even know what she's staying. She wasn't at home this weekend. Her phone was off, and I am just worried. I want her to be okay. I need her to be okay, mom.
L: Then go speak to her make things right. Bring her home. I'll start dinner for you guys and get some desserts. Son, you have to make things right if you really love her. And I know you do unless you wouldn't be here.
As I left, I headed toward the school to go fix my relationship with my girlfriend because I refuse to lose her. I would fight for Addison no matter the cost.
Addison POV:
I didn't want to continue to spend money at a hotel and to be honest. I wasn't in the right state of mind to be alone. So, I stayed in the parking lot for a couple of hours. I watched cars come and go. They reminded me of people and how I used to live, but maybe this was my time to go. I don't know if this town was meant for me and maybe it's time to find a new life. But, maybe that's all I'm used to. All I've ever done is run. I don't know what it's like to deal with issues. As it got darker, I realized I would have to find somewhere to stay.
As I was about to pull away, I notice a car come into the parking lot and parked next to me. I notice the figure get out of the car, and it was definitely a figure I knew all too well. He stood at the door of my passenger side and waited for me to unlock it. I watched him slide into the front seat as the door closed. We sat in silence as both of us didn't know what to say or where to start.
B: I am sorry, I shouldn't have reacted like that.
I watched him put his head in his hands. He then began to rub his hands through his hair as he continued to speak.
B: Look, angel face, I know I have been an asshole. Especially today, but I'm not used to being in a relationship. I am not used to caring about someone more than myself. And it scared me not to know where you were.
I notice tears slip from his eyes.
B: I thought something happened to you and I come to school. And you're shutting me out, Adds. It makes me feel like a horrible boyfriend, Addison. I've never been a boyfriend, so it feels like I am messing everything up. But I don't want to. Then, I got jealous watching you confide in Josh. I wish that were me.
I began to wipe the tears from his face with my thumb slowly.
A: Buttercup, I am so sorry.
I then began to break down myself.
A: When I went home on Friday it wasn't what I expected, and I didn't want to call you because you have enough of your own problems. I am your girlfriend, not the person who is supposed to add problems to your already existing ones. I want to open up to you, Bryce. I do, but I am going to have to let things sink in. I promise I am not into Josh. He just understands what's going on right now. I will let you in, but please just let me do it on my own time. I am in love with you, Bryce Michael Hall, and I am not cheating nor falling out of love with you. It's just a lot, and I want you to be my boyfriend rather than my therapist.
B: Well, as your boyfriend, I don't want you sleeping in any more hotel rooms. You don't have to tell me what's going on. But, I want you to stay with me. You deserve to find comfort. I want to be able to hold you in my arms and tell you everything's going to be okay even if it isn't. So, please come back with me.
A: Okay, fine. But, we are baking cookies.
B: Of course, angel face
Bryce grabbed my cheeks and pulled me into a passionate kiss. As soon as he pulled me in, I began to cry more. As we pulled away, he wiped my tears and kissed my forehead before getting into his own car. As I followed Bryce, I can't help but be happy that Bryce had fought for me. As we parked in his driveway, he came to my car and got my bags out.
As we walked into his house, I noticed his parents were sitting out in the living room. I gave both of them hugs as I noticed they were so excited to see me. I went to take a shower as Bryce did whatever he did. As I came out, I went downstairs, and we ate. After we ate, we made chocolate chip cookies. Bryce and I sat outside on the swing chair. He pulled me into his arms as we enjoyed the cookies.
Bryce POV:
Addison soon fell asleep on my shoulder. I picked her up and laid her on the bed. I then went in to take a quick shower. As I got out of the shower, I noticed Addison was up. She looked at me and made hands. I knew she wanted me in her arms, so I crawled into bed next to her. We laid there for a while, not saying anything before falling asleep.
*The Next Day
Bryce POV:
Addison was up and ready by the time I woke up, and unfortunately, she was rushing me to get up and ready as well. As I was ready, I grabbed my bag while Addison grabbed hers. She then grabbed my hand and ran out of the home. As soon as we got to my car, she jumped into the driver's seat while I got into the car. She then began to drive towards our spot. As she parked, she went and got a picnic basket out of the car. I followed her to our spot as I watched her put the blanket out.
A: So, I know we have school. But, I thought maybe we could skip the first period to spend a little bit of time together. I made french toast, bacon, and theirs yogurt with granola in here. Ouu and fruit, so would you have breakfast with me, boyfriend?
B: Of course, girlfriend.
As we both sat down on the blanket, we began to eat breakfast. It was nice to have breakfast at our spot, especially since I had missed her a lot. But, somehow, this made up for all the time we've spent apart. Addison and I had a lot of work to make things perfect, but I would fight for her as I would hope she would fight for me.
A: So, I really brought you here to talk. Josh and I will be spending more time together, and I think you deserve to know what's going on.
B: Okay
A: When I went home to talk to my mom, she said that my dad wasn't even my real dad. And that she messed with someone with the last name Richards.
B: Josh's dad?
A: Yea, so Josh and I took a DNA test together. And it came back yesterday. It turns out he and I are related. He thinks I should get to know the family, but I don't know Bryce. I feel like I have to find out who I really come from now.
I pulled her into my arms and just let her cry.
B: I am so sorry, angel. I am so sorry you are going through this. I am sorry I was an asshole, but if you are gonna have any big brother, I'm glad it's Josh.