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I nodded. You take care of yourself. I said back.
He smiled at me. See you in two days.
I’ll be counting. I said back, surprising myself.
He then finally put his arms around my waist and pulled me into a hug.
My arms went up to wrap around his shoulders and we held onto each other tightly, our bodies crushing together.
He finally let go before Dustin could say anything and leaned in to place a soft kiss on my cheek, dangerously close to my mouth.
It made my heart do weird things.
Have fun and don’t drink too much apple juice. He said in a playful but slightly strict tone, opening the door now. That goes for you too Sky. He added, giving me a playful look.
I rolled my eyes, putting a hand on my hip. Goodbye Nathan. I said for the last time with a small smile.
He gave us one last parting look, before turning around and walking down the hall.
I closed the door and leaned against it, brushing my fingers on the spot where he had kissed me.
Are you in love with my brother ? Dustin asked me, causing me to snap my head to him and my eyes to widen.
No ! I said quickly, my cheeks heating up now.
He just smiled evilly, before skipping away.
Where are you going ? I called out, slightly worried.
It was my first time watching over a little kid and I had to be extra safe. Even if we were to have a fun time, I still needed to take good care of him.
You don’t need to know. He said defensively.
Yes I do, I’m in charge now. I crossed my arms.
He just sighed at me. Fine, I have to go pee-pee. He said quietly, a small blush covering his soft cheeks.
I suddenly felt bad for grilling the kid and causing him to become embarrassed.
Okay, go on and pee. I said, waving my hand.
He rolled his eyes, shocking me that an eight year old could do that. He probably learned from his brother.
As he ran off to the washroom, I collapsed on the couch and didn’t plan on getting up at all unless I had to make food for Dustin.
I grabbed the remote and got all excited as I saw they were playing She’s The Man. I loved this movie.
Just as the first scene rolled in, there was a loud knock at the door.
Thinking it couldn’t possibly be anyone else, I opened the door expecting Nathan. He probably forgot his toothbrush or something.
What did you for- I cut myself off as I stared at the tall, blonde-haired and blue-eyed cutie standing at the door with a confused expression.
Who are you ? I asked slowly. He looked strangely familiar, but I couldn’t exactly tell why.
I live here. He stated in a duh tone. Who are you ? He asked as he stared me down.
You live here !? I exclaimed. Nathan never mentioned a roommate… I trailed off. I’d make sure he would pay for this when he came back.
I’m his older brother, not his roommate. He chuckled slightly, oblivious of his statement having caused my brain to freeze.
How many siblings did he have and why the hell didn’t he tell me these things !?
So who are you ? He repeated his question.
I’m Skylar, your brother… I trailed off, thinking maybe it wouldn’t be the smartest idea to tell him I had been kidnapped… If Dustin didn’t know, then maybe he didn’t either. Maybe he could hear me out and agree to let me leave… His brothers were both here and safe, and I had to be stuck here as well babysitting the both of them now, when I could be back home decorating the place for Christmas.
I was kidnapped by your brother Nathan ! I exclaimed.
Is that supposed to be sexual ? He replied flatly, looking slightly disgusted.
What ? No ! What’s wrong with you ? I’m serious ! I rushed out.
Yeah, okay, sure. He sighed and decided to play along.
He didn’t believe me ! I glared at him in pure anger.
Maybe the reason he didn’t believe me was because he’d known his brother longer than he had known me and would obviously take his side.
Well, if you don’t believe me then why don’t you give him a quick call. You just missed him on his way out. I countered, thinking strategically now.
If I could get him to confirm whether there was service out here or not, my next step was simple : call my brother and ask for a ride home.
The blonde guy simply scoffed. I’d love to, if there was any service in this weird old building. He frowned.
No !
Well I’m sure you could step outside to call him and we can all get this dealt with. I gave him a plastic smile.
He just sighed. Nathan didn’t tell you ? The cell towers around here were vandalized and damaged. They’ve been working on replacing them but who knows how long that will take since this building’s the only building around this deserted-ass place and no one really seems to give a fuck about no reception in this building. Plus I’d have to drive twenty minutes back into the city to call him which I refuse to do.
Seems like the chipmunk had scattered up some towers and nibbled away at the wires…
Well how come he never told me you were coming ? I sighed in defeat, running a hand through my hair in frustration.
I wasn’t supposed to come back until another week or so, but I got let out early, so I thought I’d come give him an early Christmas surprise. He shrugged, looking around the hallway in boredom.
Got let out earlier from where ? I continued to grill him regardless.
He sighed and looked at the ceiling in exasperation. University. Now can I please enter my own home without being interrogated by a complete stranger ? He asked, looking at me with exhaustion in his eyes. There were slight bags under his eyes as well and he looked like he was barely holding onto his last strand of patience.
Your brother kidnapped me. I spoke weakly in one last-ditch attempt.
My brother’s a stock broker. He replied flatly, causing me to burst out laughing in disbelief, irony, and helplessness.