I assumed he was talking to two of the three guards, considering as soon as I was gently placed on the ground by Nathan, I was being tossed carelessly into what I assumed was the trunk of an SUV.
I bit my lip to stop from crying out in pain as I landed with a loud thump, my right side of the body taking the impact.
Oh how I’d get my revenge on those three boys after…
After I heard some moving around, slamming doors and some incoherent chatter, the engine finally started and I felt the vehicle move.
For the twenty minutes that it took to get there, I had accomplished nothing. I could hear muffled voices but wasn’t lucky enough to make out anything. Also, my arm had fallen asleep, my legs felt cramped, and I was starting to develop claustrophobia. As if things couldn’t be worse, I couldn’t even eat my chocolate bars which Nathan had thrown in for me, considering the fact that they were currently near my feet, where I couldn’t reach.
I sighed in relief when the car finally came to a stop and almost cried from joy. I heard the trunk click open, before being lifted from the back and being lowered onto the ground. This time thankfully, they placed me down gently.
This way. I heard Ryland speak, before hearing the sound of the car locking and being lifted into the air once again.
I really couldn’t wait to get out of this torturous, cramped cage.
A few minutes of walking later, I was being placed down on the ground again and there was chatter surrounding me. I was guessing we were in the check in line.
After being picked up and dropped to the ground repeatedly as I assumed everyone was shuffling forward in the line, we finally made it to the front, where I heard the voice of the flight attendant.
After a few more minutes, I was being picked up and being carried off to who knows where. Thankfully the journey ended soon and I was being zipped open by someone.
***NATHAN’S POV***
I’ll be right back from the restrooms. I said to Ryland, who just nodded uninterested, before going back to playing some game on his phone with some flying bird that flapped every time he tapped the screen. What have games come to now…
I picked up the suitcase that my girlfriend was currently cramped inside and started walking in the direction of the washrooms. As I passed by Landon, Tyler and Max, I gave them a silent nod. They knew what was coming next.
I walked into the men’s washroom and brought the large grey suitcase with me into the stall. I zipped the bag open all the way and held back a laugh as Skylar’s relieved looking face popped out, before she jumped out of the bag as if it were on fire and looked at it as if she were going to rip it to shreds any second.
Before she could do such a thing, I stepped in front of her in the cramped stall. I was still waiting for her to freak out as soon as she realized where she was standing.
Thank gosh I’m out of that cage, oh the things I do for- She cut herself off as her eyes explored our surroundings, before widening.
Are we in the- She started asking.
Yep. I said, trying to hold back laughter at her adorable looking face which scrunched up in disgust as she opened her mouth to protest, but I quickly cut her off by spinning us around and pushing her against the stall’s door, covering her mouth with my hand.
I need to tell you something, but not here. I whispered into her ear, before pulling back.
Skylar looked surprised, but nonetheless nodded in agreement. I gave her a small smile, before grabbing her hand and pushing the door open.
What the hell ? I heard some guy at the urinal yell as we quickly exited the men’s restroom.
Nathan ! I heard her call my name from behind but didn’t stop.
I quickly scanned the area where Ryland was. When I saw that his eyes were still on his phone’s screen, I quickly ran the opposite direction, ignoring Skylar’s protests.
Once I found a nearly empty space in a corner, I dragged her along with me there.
Nathan what the hell was that all about ? He could have seen us ! Skylar yelled, looking slightly angry.
We don’t have much time Sky, I need to tell you something. I said to her, holding her shoulders. I knew that this wasn’t going to be easy. Not for me and not for her.
Nathan, where’s the flight attendant ? You said that we’d knock out a- Skylar started worrying but I swiftly hushed her by placing my lips on hers.
I savored the taste of her sweet lips and enjoyed the fireworks that the kiss brought every time. Skylar was left shocked, before she kissed me back, causing me to unconsciously pull her closer to me.
After a few seconds, I was being pushed back by Skylar.
Nathan. Her soft voice came out, coated with worry. What’s going on ? She asked me, her eyes becoming the most beautiful sight right now.
I let out a small sigh, closing my eyes, before opening them. Skylar, you know I love you. I started off.
She nodded. I love you too. She spoke out, causing me to smile.
You know the saying, if you love someone, set them free ? I asked her softly, causing her eyes to glisten.
Nathan, you’re not actually- Her voice was so fragile, sounding on the verge of crying. I couldn’t bare to see her like this. I had to get this over with quickly. Before I changed my mind and ended up hurting her.
Skylar, I love you and I’d do anything for you. The thought of you getting hurt is enough to make me lose myself. I can’t have you come on this trip with me. I broke it to her.
Why- why not ? She asked, her voice shaking. I could tell she was doing everything right now to keep from falling apart. I wanted to just hold her and assure her that it’d be okay, to get her to stop from breaking. But I knew better than to be selfish. This was for her own good.
It’s too dangerous. I cannot risk you getting hurt. I said, before deciding to give her the answer she deserved. Skylar, ever since I kidnapped you, this feeling of guilt has never gone away. And when I realized I had fallen in love with you, I completely ignored that nagging feeling. But now I know that if you love someone so much, you have to set them free. I can’t keep you here from your life. It’s not right. I spoke.
But I chose to stay ! You can’t do this Nathan ! You don’t get to choose for me ! Skylar cried out, a few tears leaking. It took me everything not to reach out and embrace her. She was breaking me so much.
It’s for the best, please. I need to do this alone. This isn’t your fight. You have friends and family waiting for you back at home. I tried to convince her. You don’t deserve this. I added on after.
So you want me to wait for you ? She asked, forcing her voice to stay leveled.
I just want you to be safe. I replied, forcing my own voice now not to break.
I only felt safe with you. Now you’re pushing me away ? Nathan, you’re not responsible for any of this, okay ? I choose to be by your side, and even if you wanted me to wait, I would stay with Dustin and Jordan. But you can’t just tell me to go home. She spoke, more tears streaming down her face now.
Skylar, I love you. I don’t know what I’d do if something happened to you. I just need you to be free and safe. Go live the life you should be. Without the guns, missions, emotional hurt. I tried convincing her.
I know the life I should be living, and it involves you. She replied, her eyes glistening with tears and love.