A few days later, exams very finally done with and now Wes and I were settling in the car to get ready for a six hour car ride back home.Wes turned to look at me as he put the keys in the ignition. He raised an eyebrow, "You ready for this?"I let out a small laugh, mustering some courage. "Ready as I can be.""So..." he drawled, looking straight ahead at the empty road. It seemed like he was hesitant to meet my gaze. "Should we make a backstory? So we're on the same page incase we get asked any questions."I nodded slowly. "Yes. That's actually a good idea." I paused for a moment, exhaling deeply. "How did we meet?""I ran into you at the local cafe," Wes turned to smile at me. "We spend so much time there anyways. It seems fitting.""Okay," I nodded and started to mentally brainstorm more details. Knowing my family, they would juice us for all the details. "I bumped into you, spilled my coffee all over the place and you insisted on buying me another one."Wes laughed, his eyes warm
I felt my anxiety build up when my parents house started to come into view. "At last we have arrived." I sighed deeply, trying to mentally prepare myself as we pulled into the driveway.Wes turned off the car and turned to look at me, a game face on. "You ready for this?""Nope," I mumbled dully. "But we might as well get it over with."Wes and I got out of the car and started heading up the driveway but not before Wes took my hand in his.He smiled down at me, "You got this. It'll be okay."I nodded, trying to have his confidence in me bring me some courage. I rang the door bell, anxiously waiting for the door to open so the hell could start."Fia," my mother exhaled slowly, a small smile resting on her lips. She took a long look at me, eyeing me up and down."Hi, mom."She pulled me into a hug. "You look... well.""Thanks," I muttered out, keeping a forced smile plastered on my face."Who's this?" My mom narrowed her eyes at Wes, seeming confused."Weston Hamilton, ma'am." Wes reach
I rubbed my hands together anxiously, looking at Wes. "Ready for this?"He quirked an eyebrow, seeming amused. Somehow. I don't know how he could be amused. I was on the verge of having an anxiety attack. "Don't worry about me, Fia. Are you ready?"I let out a shaky breath, laughing uncomfortably. I thought trying to laugh would make me feel less tense. "It's ridiculous that I am losing my shit over seeing my own family, right?"Wes shrugged, walking over to me. He placed his hands on my upper-arms, grounding me. His touch instantly made me relax. "You got this. This is why I'm here. Think of me as your personal peacekeeper.""Peacekeeper?" I quirked an eyebrow, intrigued.He nodded firmly. "Squeeze my hand when you feel like you're going to snap. I'll change the subject if things start to get tense, okay?" He narrowed his eyes slightly, a smirk growing on his face. "If an argument breaks out, I could even kiss you to stop you."My mouth fell slightly agape. I scoffed, trying to ignor
I stepped out onto the balcony, a mug of hot cocoa in my hands. A moment later, the sliding door opened and Wes stepped out onto the balcony, shutting the door behind him.He slipped off his jacket, placing it on top of my shoulders before standing beside me. "It's cold.""Thanks," I sniffled slightly, the cold air pricking my skin."I would say we did well. One night down." He looked at me from the corner of his eyes, grinning proudly.I nodded my head, exhaling deeply. "We did. You did... really amazing, Wes."He shrugged nonchalantly. "Maybe I should have done a drama major."I rolled my eyes playfully, laughing at his comment. I turned to look at him, narrowing my eyes slightly. "You remembered all the things I said about med school and my goals." I shook my head, stunned and in disbelief. "I briefly mentioned all that ages ago."Wes shrugged, giving me a soft smile. "What can I say, Fi? I'm a good listener."I gave him a dull look.He laughed, putting his hands up in defence. "Co
When I woke up in the morning, Wes was nowhere to be found in my room or bathroom. After a long time I had actually gotten to sleep in with no worries about classes, assignments or exams.After brushing my teeth and throwing on his hoodie I found lying on the recliner, I made my way downstairs.Wes was standing in the kitchen, his back facing me. I didn't know what he was cooking but I could see him flipping things on the stove while the smell of coffee hit me like a fresh breath of air.Wes turned around to grab a plate, nearly jumping when he saw me. "Morning to you too," he smiled. "Way to sneak up on a guy."I laughed as I walked over to him. "What are you doing?"He grinned, placing freshly made eggs and bacon into plates. "Making breakfast for my beautiful girlfriend, of course."My eyebrows pulled together as I glanced around and noted that nobody was around so there was no need to keep the charade going. For now at least."Coffee with a little cream and way too much sugar," he
I was putting on a little bit of makeup as I got ready for the late lunch we were headed out to where we would meet up with Mirah and Adam.Wes walked out of the bathroom in nothing but a towel hanging loosely on his waist. He used another towel to ruffle through his hair, drying it up faster.I sucked in my lips, continuing to stare at myself in the mirror in a weak attempt to keep my eyes off of Wes's very toned and perfect upper body."Hey, I'm confident. No need to avoid looking, love." Wes smirked at me as I looked at him through my vanity mirror.I rolled my eyes. "Put some clothes on before someone walks in and gets the wrong idea."Wes quirked an eyebrow, his eyes dancing with amusement. He walked up behind me as he put the towel he was holding around his shoulders.He stood directly behind me, looking at me in the mirror. His body was so close to mine I could feel his body heat radiating off him and onto me.My whole body tensed, my face glowing red and hot.Wes continued smi
I stood outside the restaurant, regretting having not brought a coat with me.I stood by Wes's car with my palms placed down on the hood of the car. Leaning over, I inhaled and exhaled slowly, trying to find any sense of calmness I could.It wasn't until someone came behind me, placing a hand on my shoulder, that I finally felt my body relax. I knew instantly that it was Wes."Hey," he whispered, stepping closer behind me. His breath hit the side of my face as he wrapped his arms around me from behind, hugging me softly.I exhaled, letting my body lean back into his chest. I shut my eyes, feeling the cold air prick my face while Wes's body brought warmth back into me."You okay?"I took a deep breath, not wanting to get out of his hold but pulling away from him and turning to face him. I looked at him sheepishly, feeling like a big, pathetic idiot. "I'm sorry. I shouldn't have snapped. I should have tried harder.""Hey, hey," Wes lifted his hand to cup one side of my face. He shook hi
I tilted my head, standing at the side of my bed and watching Wes's sleeping form. His chest rose and fall evenly, his eyelashes long enough to brush the top of his cheeks. Pieces of his hair fell on his forehead as he stirred for a moment.A moment later, he opened one eye, squinting as the bright sunlight seeped into my room. "Picture lasts longer, babe." His voice was much deeper and hoarser than usual, causing a shiver to go down my spine.I grinned, taking a seat on the bed beside where he laid. I held out the mug of coffee to him, "Morning sleepyhead. How's the headache?"In response, Wes groaned, keeping his eyes shut. He turned his body so he was lying on his side, moving his head to rest in my lap.I laughed, finding him oddly very adorable right now. "Come on, we have much to do today.""One more minute," he spoke softly, still in a deep daze of sleepiness.I placed the mug down on the bedside table before again, I found myself running my hand through his perfect hair. Wes s