I groaned, before grabbing the nearest pillow and chucking it at him.
He quickly dodged it, before coming over to my bed and sitting down in front of me.
What time is it ? And did you really carry me all the way to my bed ? I asked him, looking towards my window to see the curtains shut.
It’s almost eight at night. And yes I did, I thought it would be impossible, but somehow, my strong arms managed to do it without falling off. Landon teased me once again.
I glared at him furiously while he sat there, looking more amused by the second. Where’s my phone ? I asked him now.
All your stuff is still downstairs, so probably somewhere in your suite-case. Landon shrugged.
I had to check it to see if Nathan had texted me yet. I made him promise to text me as soon as he landed in Europe.
Okay. Where’s everyone else ? I asked with a frown.
Well Max, Jordan and Dustin went straight home last night as Dustin had school the next day. Landon started but I cut him off with a gasp.
Why didn’t you wake me ! I didn’t get to say goodbye ! I yelled at him.
He simply rolled his eyes at me. Oh believe me I tried to wake you but you were like a vicious bear. So they all promised to come see you next weekend. Landon told me.
I nodded, satisfied with that. From what I’d heard from Max on the plane ride here, Nathan had given his older brother his bank card and told him he had more than enough saved on it to put down money for a new place. Somehow, my sexy kidnapper genius of a boyfriend had also managed to transfer large funds from Ryland’s account to his own before the police got to them first.
So for safety reasons, Nathan put his old apartment up for rent and had found a new one in the same town as me, all the brothers happy to be closer to me. Landon told me that they were already in their new place, Nathan having organized it all from the airport after we’d left. Dustin would switch schools just to be safe as Ryland’s men knew where he went, and Max had decided to transfer colleges to one closer around here. Jordan said he might even enroll in the same high-school as me which would be exciting. Things were looking very bright and perfect, yet I couldn’t find as much joy in it as I should have been. I didn’t have my love around to share it with…
Hey, you’re finally up. I made dinner if you’re hungry. I glanced up to see Tyler stood in the doorway with a small smile.
That sounds amazing. I’ll be down in a few minutes. I said with a grateful smile.
He nodded, before turning back to leave.
But what about my parents ? And Jess ? I asked Landon with a raised brow.
Jess is completely fine and hasn’t mentioned anything to anyone. She was ready to come over as soon as she heard you were back but I told her you were resting and that she could come tomorrow. Landon explained. But as for your parents… He trailed off awkwardly.
What ? I asked him impatiently. I had a feeling it wasn’t going to be good.
Well, they kind of disappeared and no one has seen them yet. Landon said softly.
I nodded slowly as I took it in. I was a bit pissed off at them. I don’t know why but I had expected them to at least be here when I got back and make sure I was okay… Plus, I needed to ask my mom tons of questions after what Ryland had told us all. But of course she wasn’t here.
Hey, don’t worry about them. You have us. Landon said, causing me to look up at his soft smile.
I smiled back and instantly felt better. He was right. I was so lucky to have him, Tyler, Max, Jordan, Dustin and Jess all here with me.
By the way, school starts in two days. Landon said, winking at me as I groaned. I needed at least a week to myself.
Can’t I get a week off ? I groaned in protest.
Nope. Nathan didn’t take you with him so that you could finish your studies. If he finds out you ditched school and all that crying and lovey dovey stuff was for nothing, well he might not be too happy. Landon said with a shrug.
I sighed. He was right. I was away from Nathan because of this. I wasn’t going to stay at home. Plus, maybe school would help me get my mind off things and not allow me to devour in self pity and depression.
Okay. I sighed. Can we eat now ? I asked him, moving to get out of bed.
I’ve been waiting for you to say that. Landon said, causing me to stick my tongue out at him.
Wait ! I cried out as he turned to leave out the door.
What ? He asked impatiently.
I simply held my arms out with a slight pout.
He sighed and rolled his eyes, before coming over to me and lifting me up in his arms. Come now, my broken-hearted foolish child. He spoke sarcastically.
I grinned happily as he carried me downstairs. When we passed the kitchen I saw Tyler roll his eyes at me.
I was physically and emotionally drained and wanted nothing more than to hide in my room and sleep until Nathan got back. If I wasn’t so hungry and if it weren’t for these two, I’d probably be doing just that.
Spaghetti and meatballs ! I cried out in joy, jumping out of Landon’s arms and running over to the dinner table, feeling slightly better at the sight and smell of that delicious creation. My brother was actually quite a good chef. It’s just that he hardly ever cooked and you usually had to bribe him to do it.
The two boys simply shared a look over my behavior, before coming over and joining me at the table.
Then, we all ate the delicious food in a peaceful silence until our bellies were full.
* * * *
I settled myself comfortably on the couch as I took out my phone. Tyler and Landon had gone off to bed and I was still bursting with energy. I had already slept five hours on my bed and three hours on the plane so I wasn’t in the least bit tired.
Landon had decided to stay the night here and had stopped by his parents’ to tell them that we were all finally back home. Oh, and no one aside from Jess and Landon’s parents knew we were back. I really didn’t feel like dealing with the police right now and Tyler agreed that I was too exhausted to be bothered so he decided we’d go to the police station tomorrow morning to answer their questions about my kidnapping. I was glad he hadn’t forced me to go today.
I turned on my phone and waited for it to find a signal. Once it did, my phone buzzed and my heart jumped as it notified me Nathan had texted me, along with about a hundred other notifications, mostly people concerned from school. I grinned, immediately clicking Nathan’s name.
N Hey princess, I finally landed in Europe and it’s beautiful here, I think you would love it. Anyways, I’m on my way to the hotel. Hope you’re doing okay, love you *big sloppy kiss*
I smiled down at the screen, before quickly typing up a reply. He had sent that an hour ago so hopefully he was still up.
S Hi sexy ! I’ll have to see it on Video Chat tomorrow. I slept eight hours so I’m fine, probably gonna pull an all nighter XD Enjoy your hotel, love you too *big sloppy kiss back*
I put my phone on my lap and turned on the TV. Just as I put down the remote, my phone buzzed back. Grinning, I pulled it out and read his reply.