That works too. Max said with a grin, before pulling us all into one, tight group hug.
I laughed as Tyler groaned in protest and Landon complained about how we were cutting off his oxygen.
I then realized how important these three boys were in my life. You guys are the best. I murmured, before Max decided to pull away, causing Landon to gulp in a deep breath of air and Tyler to step away from us and act like he didn’t know us. I could practically see how much his manliness was being squished away today.
Hey, how did you guys all get away from Ryland without being questioned ? I asked now, curious.
Nathan told him we were all going to Starbucks to get some coffee. But in truth he had told us that we were to take you back home, and apparently Ryland wouldn’t notice our disappearance until we’d have landed in our destination. Max answered me.
So you guys knew about this before ? I asked, slightly shocked that no one had told me beforehand.
We only found out this morning when you were asleep, but didn’t bring it up then because we didn’t want Nathan getting suspicious. Tyler answered now, deciding to join our group again.
Oh. Was all I said. There wasn’t much to say anyways. I couldn’t be mad at them because they had after all told me, and were helping me and taking my side.
Well, we have to get on that plane because boarding starts in a few minutes. Max said now, glancing down at his wrist watch. I think you can easily sneak past Nathan and Ryland since they let the air hostesses and pilots board first.
I nodded. But what about you guys ? I asked them.
What about us. Nathan can’t say anything to us in front of Ryland, so he’ll just have to suck it up. Tyler answered with a grin.
Yep. Plus, I’m his older brother, so he can’t boss me around like that. Max said, crossing his arms and smirking arrogantly.
I simply rolled my eyes. Men.
Guys, we should probably go now. Landon spoke up, causing us all to agree and start walking to our gate, Max leading us all.
You be careful on that plane. Landon said to me as we walked.
I turned to him with a small smile. Surely a flight attendant can’t really be in much danger. I said in a duh tone.
I know. But I don’t want you getting caught. If Ryland catches you, he’ll surely do something. And if the workers catch you, you’ll be in handcuffs, heading straight to prison as soon as we land. Landon said to me seriously.
Okay, I ‘ll be careful. I promised him with a reassuring smile.
Good. He grinned at me.
I looked ahead to see what I assumed our gate was and caught sight of Nathan. I couldn’t see his face since he was looking down, but I noticed how his shoulders were slumped. We stopped and stood a safe distance away from Ryland and Nathan so that we could only see their backs.
You okay ? Landon asked, snapping me out of my thoughts and causing me to look at him.
Yeah, why ? I tried to brush it off.
Landon simply averted his gaze to Nathan, before looking back at me with questioning eyes. He could tell that something had happened between us.
I’ll be fine. I assured him, forcing a smile.
Okay, we’ll talk when this is all over. But he does love you. He’s just a stupid boy who thinks he knows what’s best. It will all be okay. Landon said.
I looked up at him with a smile, appreciating his much needed words. I loved how he was able to tell right away if I wasn’t okay, and knew just the right words to say always. I love you my BFFL.
Love you too bestie. Now get your smokin’ rebellious ass on that plane and put on the show of a lifetime. He winked at me, causing me to let out the first laugh since I had broken down in front of Nathan.
Skylar, you’re up. Max said now, turning back to me and gesturing to all the flight attendants and pilots boarding the plane.
I nodded, before taking a deep breath and walking that way. I felt all three of them pat me on my shoulder as I left them.
Well, here goes nothing.
I sucked in a breath as the person who scanned the boarding passes took my stolen ones from my hands. The fact that I could get caught and thrown into jail was terrifying to say the least.
Here you are ma’am. Enjoy your flight. The lady said to me with a smile, handing me back my stolen boarding pass and passport.
I internally relaxed and gave the lady a smile back, before following another flight attendant who was in front of me into the long narrow tube that connected to the plane.
So, how’s Devin doing ? The flight attendant ahead of me asked me as she slowed down to match my pace. I was surprised she hadn’t noticed that I wasn’t who she thought I was. But then again I had my hat lowered to cover half my face.
Oh Devin ? He’s doing great actually ! I quickly replied, crossing my fingers that I had answered right.
Ooh ! She shot me a small wink. You two still hookin’ up ? She asked me with a dirty grin.
I held back a gag as I realized this ‘Devin’ was my stolen identity’s boy toy. What even made me want to gag more was the fact on how interested she was with this girl’s sex life. I remember back when I was a kid, the adults around me would all avoid the ‘s’ word itself and couldn’t say it without whispering it discreetly. And this little attendant can go about throwing the word around loud for all to hear without the slightest bit of hesitation. Seriously. This world really bothered me at times.
But deciding not to gag and give this lady a whole rant on what I was thinking, I settled with a sad sigh. No. I haven’t heard from him in two days. I tried to say in my best depressed voice. In truth, I wanted to burst out laughing.
Oh honey ! I’m sure he can’t stop thinking about you. The lady tried to comfort me as we slowed down once the entrance of the plane came into view.
You really think so ? I asked her with a hopeful voice. How long could I hold this up until I burst into giggles ?
Sweetie, I know so. She winked at me, before turning to step aboard the plane and greeting the pilot.
I followed suit, doing the same as her. So far so good.