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Nick He/They

[nickynop]

(Tw: mental health, blades, just in general violent stuff)

The escape. (Codependent pt 7)

'This will work. It just has to work.' you thought to yourself. You were sat back waiting for the usual sounds of the guards. Internal clock telling you it wouldn't be long before they showed up. Anticipation rolling around in your body, making your skin crawl. Adrenaline was fighting to take over, it wasn't clear if you wanted to throw up or run laps.

Long laps, like the laps you used to do around the dauntless facility. It hurts, you'd give anything to be there right now, exhausting yourself with running, waving at your friends/coworkers.

'Please, please work.'

You just had to get home, even death didn't feel like an actual option. It was such a need that swelled around your chest. Fingers starting to tap on the ground to try and release some of the energy.

"Hey" you heard the word but for some reason your brain didn't focus on it. "Hey y/n... You need calm down." It came from a quiet but gruff voice, and this time it snapped you out of your head. You flicked your eyes up, looking over to Eric who just stared back "If they see you all jittery they're gonna be suspicious." he said, voice going lower and softer. "Take a breath." He was right, of course. It took a bit to reply but eventually you managed to choke out a "Right.". It felt like you were chewing on the word with the struggle you had forcing it past the lump in your throat.

You spent the rest of that time trying to calm your breathing and anxious stomach. You thought you started doing pretty good until you heard the door unlock and start to open. Your hands clenched, all the feelings rushing back, all you could do was try and mask it. Keeping the rest of your body loose and tired looking. Both of you were slumped against the wall. Eric pretended that their entering had woke him up.

He must of done an okay job, they didn't look twice at either of you. Just came over and started picking you both up to drag you away.

Once they started actually moving you, your heart leapt and you gave one last subtle look at Eric. Hoping he could hear your thoughts of the wishes-no, prayers of good luck. His eyes were borderline unreadable, he just looked at you like maybe it was the last time. And maybe it was.

Your head spun the entire way to your room. Making sure it had the plan clearly set up and that you would be able to do every step. You didn't even really register when you entered the room, not realizing you were there until you felt your legs getting restrained.

The reality that it was time started hitting you. 'fuck this is it' 'it's all up to this day' were the thoughts that poured through your head, just a bit longer then you would be ready to unleash hell. Fighting to keep your breathing easy as you tried to subtly look around, looking for anything you could use to aid your escape and hell making. There were plenty of big objects but not a lot that you could see getting your hands on for your initial release.

Attention snapped to your side as the doctor rolled over a tray over next to you. It had a lot of scary sharp things on it. The fuck was his plan for you today? You pondered it for a moment, having all the worst images enter your brain before again deciding you couldn't stay to find out.

Looking at the things in the tray you decided needed one, but how to get it? I mean your hands weren't tied up yet, sure. But those big guys are still in here to see you if you make a hasty grab at it. You'd have to be really sneaky, and patient. Which proved difficult. Time felt so slow waiting for any possible window allowing you to grab anything.

It was an anxious agony trying to stay calm. There were a few times your brain yelled 'Now!' but immediately followed by a 'no, no wait, not yet'. This repeated for awhile until you noticed a true opportunity present itself.

The doctor was currently working on getting a bunch of syringes filled with unidentifiable liquids. And the guards were taking their attention away from you, whispering to each other. Was this the moment? Fuck you had to be quick if it is. You watched as the two men turned around, checking some sheets on the door while still whispering. Their own distraction from you only lasted a few seconds, but it was long enough. You reached your hand out and grabbed something that looked like a small saw, bringing it back and tucking it under your thigh by where your hands are usually restrained. By the time they turned around you looked like you had a few seconds ago.

And to your relief they didn't even question it. The doctor slid his other tray over, none the wiser. He grabbed your forearm, lifting it to start putting I.V.'s in. Not letting them run yet, just getting them in place. As usual he was rough.

As soon as he got them where he wanted he looked at the men "I'm ready for their arms to be restrained" the men nodded, walking over instantly to do so. As usual they had your hands at your thighs, right next to where you put your little tool. Thank God.

Once they were done the doctor dismissed them. And they nodded at him before turning to leave the room. 'Back to Eric now" you thought to yourself. Counting on their routine to be the same.

And it was. As usual they left quickly, and once they were gone the doctor started speaking "I've got a special treatment for you day. One I've been itching to try." his voice was horrid. Slick with malicious intent. It pissed you off. He turned around again, getting something on his computer turned on, mumbling to himself. You took this moment to slide your fingers under your thigh, pulling out the very tiny saw and pointing it up towards you. Slipping it in-between your straps and actual skin.

Quietly but quickly you started moving it. Trying to make quick work of the material.

When he turned back to you, you slowed. Not stopping but trying to make sure the movement didn't catch his eye. He strode back over. Looking over his syringes. Probably trying to decide which one he wanted first.

You were starting to break out in a sweat, gently pulling the arm that was trying to free itself, putting pressure against the now weak attachment it had. He finally put down his hand and picked one up.

That was the moment. As quick and as chaotic as the day they took you. Your hand holding the saw broke free, swinging up.

His head shot towards you but before he could do anything you slammed the saw down onto his shoulder. Pulling back to it cut through clothes and flesh.

A scream rang out from him as he stumbled back a bit, half out of shock and half out of pain. You took those moments to bring the saw down to your other restrained wrist and legs quickly cut it free. It was easy when you had the entire strength of an arm to push through them. Quickly removing the I.Vs you hopped up, turning your attention back to him just in time to see him start to charge you, you didn't need to see his eyes to tell he was fucking pissed.

Yelling back, you also started charging. When he got close enough to swipe at you, you easily swayed back, years of being dauntless still keeping you quick. You then leapt forward, kicking him in his chest. He stumbled back more, exposing all the important parts of his body. You took that moment to lean forward again, delivering a swift punch to the throat. He may be the enemy but it's clear he definitely doesn't have any sort of combat training. He immediately bent over, coughing and grabbing his throat. He was gonna be the easiest part of all this. Heart pounding in your chest and ears, you then reached down, grabbing his head roughly and slamming it into the table next to you. The adrenaline was definitely working, you felt strong and got proof of the fact you were when his body fell to the floor, limp. You stood over him for a few seconds, waiting for any sign of movement. There was nothing.

He was out cold. And now you needed to move to the next part of the plan and get those guys to leave Eric's room and come back to yours. Standing back, body shaking, you turned your head till you see the very obvious alarm button. Stammering forward, you lifted your arm and slammed your elbow into the glass till it broke so you could hit the alarm. A few seconds after hitting it, a horrid alarm sound started blaring, accompanied by a flashing red like through the room.

You knew there had to be those guards on their way back. Which means the first part of the plan had worked. This knowledge seeped into you. As it did, a wave washed over you. It took you from feeling like you were shaky and gonna hurl, to nothing. You didn't feel scared or mad, not even happy. You just felt focused. Ready for this to be over.

You let out a smooth breath and headed over to the syringe tray. Picking up two syringes, one that looked like the stuff they made you feel like you caught on fire and the other was a mystery. Hopefully it was something that would be helpful to you. Holding them both in one hand, you hurried to the other side of the room. There was the big stuff you had seen earlier, you picked up one that seemed to have good weight and sturdiness. No idea what it was but it didn't really matter now.

[nickynop]

The plan. (Codependent, part 6)

Eric thought you really had lost your mind in there. His face reflected nothing but concern, the only other person whose face he knows, had lost their god damn mind. He tried to coax you to lay down but it wasn't until you grabbed his shoulders, pulling yourself close enough to make your noses touch, did he stop.

"Eric. I need you to listen." His eyes were serious as he finally listened, sitting back and setting to next to him. "Eric I went to your room. I saw it" he nodded, he hated that someone really had to stand up for him, but this wasn't the time to sulk. "And? What did you see" you turned your head so you could see him, speaking quieter "The guards stay in your room." "I'm aware of that. What's your point?"

"No Eric, you don't get it. They stay in your room, but they don't stay in mine." His brow bone furrowed "And?" How was this brilliant faction leader not getting it?!

"Eric for the love of fuck. That man in there is puny. You could nock him out with a backhand. That's why they are in there. Mine don't need to stay because the doctor in their can probably handle himself." Eric was, for the first time in a long time, starting to get annoyed with you.

"Jesus Christ get to the point." He said, trying not to snap. "Look, if I can get the guards to get called from your room back to mine, you've got it. All you would need is a minute or two and you could have that guy on the ground. And you know that room, it's a unconventional weapons room." The look in his eyes said he was putting it together. "If you can get weapons, and get out of there. You have a good chance of catching the guards by surprise. You come get me and we get the fuck out of here".

His face was deep in thought, probably going through all the different scenarios. "Y/n, it's good to see you planning, but that's risky. What are the odds things go like you plan?" You couldn't believe what you were hearing.

The first hint of escape in months and he didn't wanna take it. "What the fuck" was all you could say to him. You put your hand on his arm and pulled yourself up and closer to him "You are dauntless most intimating leader who would scold me for questioning risky plans and now you're doing just that?? What happened to the dauntless mentality???"

His eyes were slightly hurt, not that anything else would give it away. His eyes answered for him, he was tired. And not just sleepy tired but a deep tired that has built up over time. The type that wears you down like water through mountains. "It's risky." Is what he actually said. "We are to die here either way then. Rather if it goes wrong or we don't try at all, it would end the same for us. But just think, if it does work. We are free, we can go home. We can tell the factions everything we know and maybe stop whoever these people are. But knowing what I know now, I can't die here without trying."

He had his hands under your elbows, keeping you steady while you told him all this. He was glad you couldn't read his mind because it was racing, he worked to be strong but he was so close to breaking for good. Truth being, he wasn't sure he could mentally stand another attempt to fail. He could be content to not try again and just go with the motions till his body gave out. But he also know what you were saying was true.

Fuck, if pass him had heard his thoughts now, he would of probably been beyond disgusted. And for the first time in what felt like forever, you were invigorated.

He kept looking at you before sighing, defeated for hopefully the last time "How do we do this then."

Hours later you had gone over the plan, you both would go to your rooms as usual. Get strapped in and as usual the guard would leave you and head over to join Eric's guard in his room. That's when you would break loose, you weren't quite sure how yet but you would make sure it would happen. You would fight, throw things, absolutely go crazy. Anything to get your doctor to call the guards over for help. And as soon as they would leave Eric and his doctor, Eric would strike. Taking the small doctor down and loading up with absolutely anything he could use to his advantage. He would then to head to you, you made him repeat the way to your room over and over until there was no doubt he had it down perfectly. Between you, him, and a room full of torture devices, you both would overpower them and get the fuck out of here. You didn't exactly know where the exit was, so it was gonna have to be on the fly. But it's the best that can be done.

After all that you both rested as much as possible, trying to build up energy. You usually slept against him in some way, you both needed the physical contact to be able to shut your brains off enough to sleep. So that's what you guys did, when they brought the slop you both made sure each other actually had equal proportions to try and get strength back.

Today was the day. The day you would either die, or escape.

[nickynop]

The agony (chapter five of codependent)

You were being dragged along roughly, the only thing you could do was groan and listen to them as they muttered to one another about "If this was allowed". You guessed they meant if taking you instead of Eric would be alright. They seemed to be coming to the conclusion that taking you was better then if Eric died on them. Sounded like they would be in for a world of hurt if that happened.

The walk to Eric's room of horrors was shorter then yours, which meant even less time to mentally prepare.

The door looked exactly the same as yours though, and like your door you watched as the guards took their little cards out and slid them through a scanner. 'Here we go' you said mentally to yourself.

The room itself was different, I mean don't get me wrong, it was still the same medical torture chamber, but at least half of the equipment in it was different. You couldn't recognize alot of it, which is bad. Very bad.

In the center of the room there stood a man with his back to you, he was a good amount shorter then your 'doctor' but he dressed the same. Honestly he was only a inch or two bigger then you. It was almost funny thinking about Eric standing next to him, Eric still being a mountain of a man, you honestly didn't know what stopped him from beating this guy to a pulp.

The man turned around, but once he actually got around you could feel the confusing coming off him. "What is this?!" He asked with a sneer. The two guys behind you straightened up "Your patient was too sick sir, he would of died. So we brought you this little worm instead" they kept their grasp on you as they shoved you forward.

The man walked forward, looking you over through a mask. He was obviously displeased with having 'patients' switched on him, but after a moment he stood back and gestured to the medical bed. To which you were drug over and restrained.

You understood now why Eric didn't turn this guy into dust. The two guards didn't leave after you were restrained like with your doctor. They stayed, if you had to guess, he wasn't a fighter so their they stood.

This was interesting.

It had been hours and you had already thrown up twice. The tests of this doctor was significantly different to what you were used to, and you were beginning to understand just what left Eric in the state he was.

But through the pain, sickness and everything else, you're mind was spinning. You used every bit of cohesive thinking you had to ponder this new idea you had. If you were lucky, you could have it figured out by the time you got dragged back to your cell.

As luck would have it, you did. Not that it made anything feel better, no it definitely didn't. You're insides felt like they were trying to become your outsides, breathing hurt and so did your eyes. They felt like someone has diluted acid and dropped some into each eye. Tears were practically nonstop, this is probably why Eric's eyes looked like they did.

Eric, hopefully he was getting better back at the cell, resting and healing. You prayed that when you went back he wouldn't be in worse shape then you left him.

Never underestimate the power of thought, maybe that's a silly sentence but let me explain. Between your new idea, and Eric. You had kept your mind occupied that by the time the day was finished, you were almost shocked. Sure you knew some hours had went by but that many hours? Damn.

For a moment you wondered if it was a joke, that is, until the guards came up ot unstrap you and carry you back to the cell. The walk was fast, but didn't feel fast enough, ironic considering this morning it didn't feel long enough.

The creaky door opened as they slung you into the room. The cold floor almost being comforting at this point. Once they walked away Eric crawled towards you "Y/n?" His voice sounded better. You struggled as you tried to lift yourself up, you weren't sure you could until you felt strong hands on your arms, helping you. "What happened in there?" He asked, expecting to see you half alive.

What he saw instead was you, staring up at him with wild eyes and a tired but genuine (slightly crazed) smile.

"I did it. I know how to get out of here."

[nickynop]

The Understanding

Eventually you let him go, neither of you were sure how long you held onto each other, it felt like an eternity squished into maybe an hour at most. You still sat right next to him, your arm against his, backs propped up to the cold wall. Wanting to ask him what they did to him in there, if it was something new or just a more intense version of what you guys had already been getting. You didn't though, he is a tough and rough person but, in this place, with everything how it is you worried making him relive the memory would be too much on his psyche.

You let your eyes trail down to his hands, which still had a slight tremor to them. It hurt to see so instead you laid your head back and decided to let the memories flow so maybe your body wouldn't notice the ache or cold it was definitely feeling now.

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"We're never getting out of here are we?" that was the first time you really asked that question, everything was so helpless. For god's sake a Dauntless Leader who literally devoted his life to things like this was getting his ass handed to him every day. That's not normal. The look he had gave you was fierce, a lot fiercer than he treated you anymore. During this time, he still kept his "never say die" attitude, that was an attitude you didn't really see anymore. You got scolded after that question, getting asked things like "How are you ever going to be a dauntless leader with such a weak will?" and statements like "True Dauntless don't give up like that.".

At the time you couldn't understand him, how he could stare your guy's captures in where you can only assume the eyes are supposed to be. Standing tall now as they drug him away, taking you along only moments later. This was probably your third day in the new medical room, but you were already so used to the walk there that you could do most of it with your eyes unfocused. Only bringing them back into focus when the sound of the keycard would hit your ears, that sound always made your stomach churn because that meant your day of horrors was beginning .

You were so unsure about what the point of any of these "experiments" were for. Where they just for this fucker to be able to get off on pushing someone closer to the brink every day? Or was there actually a purpose, were you the guineapig for some unknown scientifical breakthrough? You never answered that one, science and medical stuff wasn't your thing. So, you certainly weren't gonna be able to piece it together in your head.

Today was one of the worst operations you would have to keep going through. The figure had put these sticky things connected to wires on your head, the wired connected to a monitor which showed what you could only assume to be your brain activity. You were too focused on the monitor that you didn't have time to mentally prepare for something to be stabbed into your arm, you let out a yelp as you looked down at your arm and watched as some sort of liquid was injected in. "What is that?" you asked in a panicked voice "Hey what the fuck is that?". The figure ignored you and you watched him as he sat the vial down, staring at the monitor. You weren't sure what was supposed to be happening until slowly, then all at once your arm felt like it was catching on fire from the inside out.

The pain shocked you so much that a noise couldn't even escape, then it started to spread, first all the way up your arm to your shoulder, then your head and chest, then torso and legs. Everything was such an intense burning, like someone took a red hot cast iron and smashed it against the entire inside of your body. Tears flowed down your face your back arched as your mouth sat open, you really couldn't process the pain enough to make one single sound. But you could hear writing noises, when you looked over the face was watching the monitor, which was going crazy with data. His pen was scribbling onto a notepad, whatever reaction he wanted from this little procedure, looks like he got it.

After a few minutes of that he glanced over at you, and you swear you saw his shoulders moving like they were now laughing. Laughing at your agony. If you had any capability to kill him right then and there, you would of, no hesitation. Unfortunately, you didn't have that chance. It was hours of lying there in pain, while he poked and prodded at you. Over time the burning sensation did die down, but by that time your nerves were shot to hell and back. You wanted to coat your entire being in aloe vera, thinking it would help.

You had to be carried back again that day, days with that liquid were the only days you were grateful for the freezing cold floors. You had expected Eric to be in the same shape he usually is in, black and blue but overall, in upright position. But instead, you came back to an empty cell, it would be quite a bit more time before they drug him through that big metal door. When they did though it took one look at him to know he finally had the new room. His eyes were bloodshot, and his skin was so pale yet vieny.

He was collapsed next to you, breathing heavily, it looked like his body was too heavy for itself right now. When he finally could speak, he slowly told you about the horrors he faced.

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You jolted yourself awake, taking a moment to yourself before opening your eyes, when you did open them you saw Eric looking at you out of the corner of your eye. When you turned your head to him, stomach twisting, he had his usually stern expression but with a mix of worry and softness. You just sighed quietly and let your head fall to his shoulder, just weeks ago if you tried to be a quarter as physical with him, he probably would of shoved you off and asked you what the fuck you thought you were doing, but so much is different now.

You felt him lean a little towards you, giving you more of a support. A creaky rusty sound suddenly came from the door and your stomach lurched, but it was just someone coming in with two metal trays and tossed them to the ground, small portions of absolute slop splattering. This is what you both had come to know as food, it was disgusting, and hardly enough to give either of you required sustenance to move. That didn't stop from the hunger pains in your stomach from growing at the sight of it. You both moved slowly, trying not to strain anything that was already in pain. Eric was the first to reach the trays and pulled them back to you both, handing you one, you noticed it was the one with more on it.

You sighed to yourself, he always did that anymore, making sure you had more to eat. In any other context it would be a sweet gesture, but he was much bigger than you and should be the one to get more to eat. That being said you didn't argue with him, last time you tried you got a go to hell look from him.

You two slowly ate your slop, hunger pains being soothed but not completely gotten rid of. As if they sensed you two finishing your food your two figures stepped into the room, your face fell completely when you saw both of them reaching towards Eric again. No no no no, he is just getting okay again after his last day, no no they can't do this. "NO!" escaped your mouth before you could think, and you let yourself lunge and fall in front of them. Neither of them expected that and they looked down at you. "No. He can't handle any of that yet. It's my turn, leave him alone" you said, starring at them with nothing but determination in your eyes.

It was too much on him and if he died because they pushed him too far you knew you wouldn't be far behind. The two figures shared a glance before reaching down and picking you up by your arms, thank god. Two turned your head back to Eric as you were dragged away, his face was in shock, its like he wanted to stop them but couldn't make his voice work.

You expected to be taken to your room but instead they took you the opposite way. The way they usually take Eric, took his place, guess it makes sense they would take you to his room. You wondered if it was like yours, what the figure lurking in there would be like.

You just hoped you doing this would give Eric enough time to get better.

[nickynop]

The Breaking (chapter 3)

You were hunched over, starting to fall asleep despite your back screaming. Eric was still in your arms, he stopped shaking hours ago and just slept now, but you couldn't bring yourself to let him go yet. He had a slight fever you kept checking on, doing that was the only thing that had kept you awake. Now however, even that was failing. Your head started drifting into that state between awake and asleep, already starting to imagine things. Unfortunately for you, your dreams always were just memories.

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Voices of the figures that brought you here started filling your head as memories started playing, getting louder. "We've got a big day set up for you two grubs, better get up" was what you remembered them saying. You were completely asleep now, slouching over more till your forehead was on his shoulder. You were in you minds hands now.

"Did you hear us? We said get up!" was yelled out before you both heard the door swing open. It had been just under a week since your capture/first escape attempt. It had gone horribly, you and Eric had stuck to the plan, waited till they got close then jumped them. But unfortunately, the fight hadn't even gone on a minute before you both were tased to the ground. Kicks thrown into your sides till you guys close to death, they then left you on the cold ground for days, no food, only enough water to keep you breathing.

That was the first part of you realizing how much trouble you were in. Then the torture started. Every day those two came to put you through hours pain, the only words you would hear from them was "Tell us what we need to know and this ends." or "Just tell us and it all will stop, it's so simple."

And here they were again, picking you two up roughly by the arms. Despite what had happened last time, you two had done your best to keep your will strong, not to give in. Deciding to not let it be easy, you guys resisted, fought, went dead weight, anything you could do to make them struggle. The problem is it was getting harder to do every time. It seemed the more you resisted the worse the day was.

But you had no idea what was in store for you today as you squirmed, bit, and kicked. Maybe if you had known, you wouldn't have fought so much, you would have saved that energy to just get through everything.

As per usual they drug Eric and you out, parting ways as soon as they got you to a hallway. As yours kept you walking, your eyes landing on the all too familiar door. It was the door you had went into everyday so far. It was an interrogation room, where they beat you, kicked you, and tested to see how long they could strangle you without killing you. Being reminded of how easy it was to make it end. You had started to slow your legs when you got closer to the door, prepared to stop. It was only when you passed the door, neck twisting as you did, did your stomach start to twist. You knew what was through the door, you knew what the day would bring there, but now it was behind you. Where was he taking you?

Now you had no clue what to expect, that was terrifying. Your head started to spin, the possibilities flying around, were they going to kill you today? Was it going to be something worse? You didn't want to find out. You decided maybe it was best if you just kept your eyes to the ground, he kept walking you for a few more minutes before arriving at a new door. It was in much better shape than the one you had been used to, a lot stronger and bigger. Within seconds he pulled out a keycard, swiping it in the door, causing it to open on its own. You looked up, peeking into the room.

What you saw made your heart drop.

Unlike the first room where you were beaten and strangled, this room was far bigger, brighter, and cleaner. Most importantly, it had a lot more equipment. Medical grade equipment, some of it you recognized from your faction, most though was all to new and menacing. It smelled like a hospital, sterile and cold. The fluorescent lights had been such a shock on your eyes that you got a headache the moment your feet passed the threshold.

You were shoved over to a hospital bed, were the figure handcuffed you. That fight or flight started creeping its way through your body, but in all honesty, flight was sounding better. There was a small clatter of metal items, you couldn't help but whip your head around to the sound. When you did so you saw another tall figure, face hidden like the others. It turned to you, you didn't need to see its face to know there was a menacing grin as it spoke "Well, you must be my new toy." those words did nothing to calm your nerves "Hm, I do wish they had given you to me in better shape, but beggars can't be choosers, can we?". He strode over to you, gloved hands picking your chin up, and slowly turning your head from one side to another. This little inspection went on for a few minutes, anticipation growing, especially when the only noise he made was "Hm".

"Sadly, for me I don't think I can start you where I had wanted to. In your current state you might not make it passed the afternoon if I do. I'll just have to find another way to have some fun." Fun. F u n. Fun was the last word you would associate with what was gonna happen. Those were also the last words he said to you that day. The only noises to replace that sound were his occasional hm's, and your crying.

Thinking back, despite this being one of the tamest days you would come to know, this is really the day that broke you. You realized that day just how much shit you both were really in. It would only get worse from here. Now training in dauntless brought a lot of pain, but nothing like this. By the end of the day your body was screaming. Every movement felt like you were being ripped apart. Even getting carried back to your cell was enough to keep you crying.

You had expected to see Eric in the same painful agony you were in, but when you got thrown into the cell he was just sat there. His face was beat up but he certainly in better shape then you were. The moment his eyes landed on you his brows furrowed up and eyes widened. His body leaned over, examining you, the you who was now curled on the floor, silent tears streaming down your face.

He had no idea what to do, he tried sitting you up, but you just winced and pushed him away. "What the fuck happened to you?! Jesus Christ y/n". It took minutes of trying but you eventually were able to talk, and you told him everything. About the new room, new man, new pain, all of it. After that you learned that he didn't get a new room, just the same old thing you guys had been getting. He definitely didn't like the sound of all this new stuff, anymore then you liked experiencing it.

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"Y/n hey y/n" Your back was shook gently as you were woke up, "Hey, wake up" said a gentle but stern voice. Slowly setting up you groggily looked down at Eric. His eyes were blood shot and tired as he stared at you. It took a moment for your memories to catch up with you, but once they did your eyes grew as you sat up fully, helping him sit up. He let out a groan as he pushed himself up, coughing hoarsely. "Eric, are you okay?" you asked, putting one of your hands on his back "Been better. How long was I out?" "I'm not sure but I think it's been a while." A sigh escaped him, he let his head drop into his hands, absolutely exhausted. Watching him, you felt tears fill your eyes, that was terrifying. They usually sent y'all back in bad shape, but this time you weren't sure if Eric was gonna wake up. That thought alone makes you feel sick. You wrapped your arms around his shoulders, he tensed for a second, then relaxed as you sat your head against his.

After doing so you felt two hands on your arm, just holding you while you hugged him. You two are all each other's got in here, couldn't imagine what would happen if either of you were alone.

[nickynop]

The Wake up (Chapter 2)

Lungs surged open, big, panicked breaths taking over as you felt your body arch in response to adrenaline rushing through you like a flash flood. Immediately your heart was speeding up an felt like it could beat itself out of you. Anymore panic and you might of have screamed loud enough to make the guard outside have to check on you. Instead of a scream through, you let a low, sad groan, it echoing through the room you were kept in. Your body started slowly curling in on itself, hands sliding down to grip your pant legs, just praying the feeling would go away soon. 'Why. Why out of all the decisions did I make the worst one.' you whispered, throat painfully dry from the cold air around you.

Out of everything that has happened, and is still happening, that memory is one of the hardest for you to relive. You hated yourself for that moment, hated the potential it had. Because maybe if you had just done things differently, like if you had pretended to be asleep until you arrived then caught them by surprise. Or perhaps if instead of trying to wake Eric up you just jumped up and charged them, stealing their guns and making the driver do what you wanted.

Maybe if you had just done anything other than what you did, you and Eric would be free right now, back home having the hardest thing in the day to day being the recruit's that smart off the most. It haunted you, that idea, of how you could have saved you both. But despite the regret that practically lived in your stomach, what's done is done. You have to live with that truth.

God, you remembered when you woke up the second time, it had been the first time you saw this room, it was so dark, and cold, so so cold. The cold is what woke you up actually, the chill reaching your bones and pulling you from your unconscious state. Not much has changed there, because they, whoever they are, like keep you cold and in the dark. You honestly didn't know why, or what the point was, maybe just to make things that much harder for you, maybe to make you get a headache went you went from the dark to aggressive florescent lights, you might not ever know.

-- And the fear, oh god the fear that had flooded you the second you woke up; it was so strong it had kept you froze in place. Probably 15 minutes you had let yourself lay there, and it took most of that time to notice things like your hands were unbound now, and your mouth uncovered, head still felt like shit but that wasn't a surprise.

It took a lot of counting breaths and time but once you had calmed down you told yourself it was time to look around. Time to take your room in for the first time. You tried turning your head slowly, hoping to not make the pain worse. Once your head was up you started looking around, the room was bare and gray, it looked like it was all concrete, explain why everything was so cold. You twisted your head around, eyes settling on the corner of the room behind you. You hadn't expected to see a figure hunched over, leaning against the wall, head dipped low, it was startling. Before you could even really think your legs started trying to push themselves away from whoever was there. Your heart was racing again, back about to hit the wall. Then the figure slowly raised its head. Only when it did, did you stop pushing away.

Oh my god, it was Eric. You couldn't believe how much worse he looked, he was still covered in blood, but bruises were really starting to form on his face and arms. Honestly if you hadn't spent the previous morning with him, you weren't sure recognizing him would have been easy at all. He, for lack of a better term, looked like shit. And for a while you just looked at him, getting used to it, to the beat up and bloodied him. Once you had taken some, you decided to try and gage how he was. Mentally at least. Because physically well, physically was pretty obvious. There was one problem with trying to do that though.

He had a completely unreadable expression on his face, it wasn't sad, happy, scared, mad, not even stressed. Completely blank like nothing was happening in his head, it kind of freaked you out to be honest. He slowly moved his eyes to you, looking at each other for just a moment more before he spoke "Finally awake." Was all he said, and besides the natural sternness of his voice, not even that had any emotion. "Where are we?". A small sigh left him, "How the hell should I know? I've been passed out for lord knows how fucking long." That took you back, I mean you didn't expect him to know but you also didn't expect that answer. It made you feel sad, and dumb for asking such an obvious question to get such a snarky reply. "... How's your head?" you asked, hoping to draw attention away from the previous.

He shrugged, slowly putting a hand up to of feel it "Hurts like a bitch. Your's?", "Not much better." you replied, almost as if the pain heard you talking about it, it decided to make itself more present. That alone made sure you didn't touch yours like he had his. Probably had a goose egg the size of a softball at this point. You heard a sigh from him as he dropped his arm back down "Think you'll be fight worthy?" were the next set of words he said.

"Uhhhh, fight worthy? Just who are you planning to fight? We're trapped if you hadn't noticed.", you just woke up with a probable concussion. He looked like he stepped out of a war zone and yet he's talking about fighting? You were just lucky neither of you had passed back out yet.

What had been an expressionless face turned into a mildly annoyed one. "How about whoever brought us here. They'll be back to try and get whatever they want from us. That's who we fight, now you either are ready or you're not. Which is it rookie?". You simply gaped at him, sure dauntless were supposed to be fearless but you two got your ass whooped on your own territory. Now he wants to try again but in theirs? He really was as headstrong as everyone said.

"If you ever want to be a leader, then you have to be ready to fight anywhere, anytime, no giving up. That's what we do." his voice was completely in trainer mode now. Honestly if it wasn't for his current physical state, it would be easy to be intimidated. But he was right, that is what you're taught as a new recruit, you're the warrior faction. You fight till you win or die.

You also knew that with or without you he would be fighting as soon as he got the chance. "Fine, I'll fight. But if you don't remember, we got our asses handed to us last time. Whoever those guys were, they weren't newbies, they knew exactly what they were doing. How are we supposed to win?" "We make a plan." A plan, right. Plan plan plan. "You're right, last time we couldn't beat them, they caught us completely off guard, so this time. We do the same to them." "But they know we're her-" "They don't know we're awake." he said this while looking at the giant iron door, "If they did know, they would have already been in here."

You couldn't help but look at the door too. "Get back in the spot you woke up from, rest. When they come to check on us, pretend to be asleep still, and when they are in here. Jump them." That plan was basic, and risky. But you also couldn't think of a better one. You both could hide on either side of the door and try to rush them, but the moment they wouldn't see you guys they would be on guard.

And there is no chance of busting through that door on y'alls own. Not even if you both were in perfect shape, that is a solid door, it's not going anywhere. Sigh. This would be difficult to say the least. You turned your head back to him as you simply stated "Alright." he gave a single nod in reply, watching as you scooted forward back into the place you were. ''

You were about to go over what happened next when a creeking sound pulled you out of your thoughts, you didn't move though, at least not until you heard coughing. Your body shot up immediately and turning towards the sound. In the room were those two figures you had come to recognize so well. They both were walking more into room, the two holding a shaking, half conscious Eric. They didn't even look your way, they just, threw him on the floor mumbling something about "a worthless waste of time."

You spit in their direction as they left the room and ran to eric as soon as they closed the door, your stomach twisting seeing his state. His eyes were closed, sweat was beaded on his entire body. On top of that he was shaking and sometimes violently twitching, his muscles in some form of shock. 'Fuck Eric, what did they do to you?' you thought to yourself, gently lifting his head and setting it on your leg, trying to get his eyes to open to see if you could keep him awake enough to tell you what happened.

All you got were glazed eyes that would roll whenever he twitched. This was one of the worst you had ever seen him, they were getting less careful. "Shit, Eric, can you hear me? Please say something if you can.". what you got was nothing. He was too far gone right now, and even if he could hear you, he probably wouldn't be able to reply. You sighed, stomach feeling queasy as you lifted him up and pulled him closer. Trying to give his un-resting body some comfort, which unfortunately was all that could be done.

[nickynop]

Codependent (eric coulter x gender neutral reader)

(You and Eric never really interacted, but what happens after a long time is spent only seeing each others faces. Learning to only trust each other and take care of one another.

This story will contain violence, mental dependency on one another, mental illness, cursing and things of that nature.)

You know

Thinking back on it, life seemed so normal that day, even now you couldn't remember anything that could have tipped you off to what was going to happen. Nothing that could have let you guys prepare.

Yet despite that, it didn't stop you from combing and re-combing over everything. You laid motionless, eyes closed, reliving everything for the thousandth time that day. Or what you could only assume was the day. You didn't know time anymore. But that's neither here nor there at this point, because once again you were diving back into it.

It was the middle of the week; you had spent the morning helping some of the leaders train new recruits in the dauntless faction. You were working yourself up the ranks to being a leader yourself, so that came with assisting the current leaders, helping keep the newbies in line, sparing, harsh discipline for those who didn't listen or couldn't keep up.

You and one of the leaders, Eric who you didn't know well were heading off to the cafeteria to get some food before getting back to the intense training. You both had interacted maybe a handful of times, to be honest you don't think Eric really interacted with anyone unless he had to.

Out of all the leaders he was the most intense, even the older leaders could get intimidated by him, all work and never play. But all that aside you were comfortable enough to eat with him since you were his assistant for the day, not that he needed one. You both had sat at a table with a tray, picking from all the different meals on the table.

You picked a little bit of everything, making sure to get meat, carbs, vegies, ect. You couldn't help but notice Eric's plate was rather plain it had the basics but like all the healthiest of the basics, guess that shouldn't surprise you, he really didn't indulge in anything. But whatever suits him, you weren't gonna judge, especially when he was where you wanted to be in the faction.

You ate silently, the cafeteria as noisy as ever. As another spoonful of food was about to enter your mouth you happened to glance at Eric. The spoon hovering Infront of you as you stared at him. His eyes were more intense than usual, and he was practically burning a hole in the table with his stare. Letting your eyes fall to where he was looking you furrowed your brows. It was a shadow, but that's wrong. Above you guys there was no ceiling, just open to the sky, you started lowering your spoon as you started to tilt your head up.

One moment, that's all it was, one moment that turned a perfectly unsuspecting day into one of the worse days on your life. In those moments you had taken to look up weird cans fell down all out the cafeteria. Some exploding as soon as they hit the ground, some releasing gas. Screams erupted, everywhere. Gun shots were going off too. You couldn't understand, in a matter of seconds things went completely mad.

In the chaos Eric had grabbed your arm, yelling something about getting to max. He had dragged you out and into one of the many hallways barking orders to panicked people passing. You guys were almost to one of the staircases that lead to max's office when two tall men had walked out.

They had black masks on, so their face was covered, Eric reacted immediately, using his fighting skills to fight these guys. He yelled at you, and you started fighting too. Eric was much more skilled than you, but it was already obvious these guys were masters at fighting. Eric and you were both overpowered.

Within a few moments you were pinned by one, the other was working on restraining Eric. They looked at each other as the one handling eric said "they'll do". The one holding you turned his head back to you, pulling you forward then slamming you back.

Everything went black.

What.

Only minutes ago, you were at the table eating with Eric.

Now you were knocked out.

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"Are you sure they're leaders?"

"I'm sure, I've been watching for a while, the tall one definitely is."

"They better be. You know this is the one chance to learn what we need to"

This is what woke you up, two unknown voices. Oh fuck. Ow. Fuck fuck fuck. Your head felt like it had been hammered on immediately, the pain almost making you pass back out, no, no no you needed to see where those voices are coming from first. You took a moment, preparing yourself. Oh your eyes hurt, forcing them to open was hell, but slowly you did it.

Once your eyes were open, they took their time adjusting till you could finally see, you were laying down on your side, your hands were tied, and mouth gagged. You focused your eyes on the thing Infront of you only to see its Eric.  His own eyes were closed, and he was on his back, hands and mouth also covered, except the thing is he was covered in blood. You swallowed a gasp as you looked at him, it was just so startling. Okay okay, focus on keeping your breathing steady, in and out, in and out.

You gave yourself about ten seconds of that before slowly forcing yourself to raise your head a bit, making it pound even more than it already did. You forced yourself to look over Eric and when you did you saw two familiar forms. The ones from the hallway, the ones responsible for Eric's and your current state. They were sat back, guns in hand, and faces still covered. Mumbling to each other, lord knows about what.

Shit you really wished you weren't the only one awake, you looked back down at Eric, maybe if you were careful enough you could wake him up. You slowly scooted yourself closer, moving your tied hands up to his arm, gently shaking it. Nothing. You shook it again a bit more forceful this time. You saw his brows furrow as he groaned. Fuck. You froze as your eyes darted back to the figures, they had stopped talking and were turning their heads, seeing you.

Your heart was in your throat now. They looked at each other then at you again. "Uh uh, it's not time for you to be awake yet" you watched as one sat forward towards you, and in one second, nocking you back out with the butt of his gun.

Once again surrounded in darkness.

[nickynop]

Chapter 15

Ann was reveling in every second of watching you squirm from being flustered, you knew this would be the energy of the entire night. She leaned her elbows on the table, setting forward, "So what is it about the board walk? I mean I get rides and games but after a while doesn't it lose its fun?", David thought for a moment before replying "No, can't say it does. Every night that place is full of new energized people, that atmosphere is what keeps us going back, not to mention the great view of the water."

Some of the boys nodded in agreement, Marco sat back in his chair, joining the conversation "Besides if we didn't go so much, we wouldn't have met y/n. It's definitely never boring when we get to bring them along". "Well, it's never boring when y/v comes back from hanging out with you all, they can't hardly get through the door before Ann is demanding to know everything that happened." "Hey! You ask a lot of questions too so don't even start." there was a moment of Mickey and Ann making eye contact before giggles all over the table broke out, Ann not being able to maintain her annoyance very long.

"I think this bunch is gonna have a lot of fun together" he whispered to you, a full smile grew on your face as you looked up at him "I hope so, things are looking good so far" he smiles down at you, you two were about to have another moment but the waitress suddenly approached the table, her arm full of burgers. Everyone looked at her excitedly, ready for some good food. She went around the table placing everyone's food down Infront of them."

Oh man everything looked so good, she stuck around a moment to see if there was anything else you guys wanted, a few asked for sides like ranch, another warm smile given to you all "I'll get those out to y'all in just a sec" then she walked away again. Your mouth was watering as you took your napkin, placing it on your lap. What to go for first? Hmmm, oh! Definitely the fries. You grabbed a few putting them in your mouth when you saw something get put on your plate, you looked over, seeing David had cut off some of his burger for you to try.

It was such a simple gesture, but your stomach was doing flops. Picking up your knife you started cutting off a piece of your burger to the same size he gave you. Reaching over and putting it on his plate. His eyes went over to you, that smile back in its place "thanks" "Thank you first" you replied, smiling down at your plate as you picked up your burger to try first. Oh my god, so good.

The table got a tad quiet as everyone ate, conversation still happening but certainly not as quickly. "Mmm, good choice" you heard David say with a slightly full mouth, looking over at him you saw he was trying yours, you started giggling, you couldn't help it. He was just in all ways, adorable.

"Thanks, it is delicious" you replied to him, deciding this would be the perfect moment to try his. You picked it up, taking a bite. Damn this one is amazing as well; you hummed in happiness and did a tiny dance in your seat. His laugh started as he asked, "Did i make a good choice too?" "Oh my god, twelve out of ten choice" this made him laugh again. Of course, that got you giggling again, and you gently elbowed him."

"You guys are so cute, it's disgusting." both looking towards the voice you saw it was Paul who said it with a grin. Oh great, blush again. God, you turn into a giggly blushy mess when Davids around. Ann piped in "I agree! You two are so cute! It's practically cavity causing" the table started laughing again. David seemed pleased by those statements, honestly you really liked them too.

(Hi, im sorry these chapters are so short im trying to get as much out as i can but lord, life's keeping me busy)

[nickynop]

Chapter 14

Somewhere along the walk Dwayne, David and Mickey had got into a conversation about 80's rock bands. You listened to them for a bit but honestly had nothing to add to the conversation, so you simply listened for a while before turning your attention to the three trailing behind. Every time you listened to them their topics seemed to change, it was pretty silly, but nice to hear them ramble on about things they seemed to find in common. This already felt right.

A few minutes passed and you all were crowed in the front of the restaurant waiting for the waitress who was grabbing up enough menus and looking around, eyeing a table to seat everyone at. It was a big table Mickey took a seat at one of the ends, then David you and Paul on one side, with Marco, Ann and Dwayne on the opposite. Menus being placed in front of all of you by the waitress who then took her little pad out and looked over everyone with kind eyes "Can I start you all off with any drinks? Waters to start?".

Everyone agreed to waters, a few including you also asked for other drinks as well like strawberry lemonades, and colas. She took a moment to scribble everything down then smiled before walking off. There was a moment of silence before Dwayne started talking to Ann, mentioning how he likes her outfit, a big grin spread across her face, and she started talking to him.

The atmosphere of the table relaxed, and everyone started chatting. You felt David lean over to you a bit "So y/n, I noticed you looked an embarrassed when we all met up, anything happen?". Pink flew back to your cheeks, remembering the 'bad boy' comment she made earlier. "oh uh it was just Ann being Ann that's all", a small laugh was let out by him "She's got quite the personality on her.", now it's your turn to laugh "You're telling me, but she's good, she's my best friend" you looked over at her with a loving look, she was laughing with Dwayne and Marco, she looked so happy but you knew as soon as y'all got home she was gonna knock out.

From the corner of your eye, you could see David gesture to Mickey and ask quietly "He likes her, doesn't he?" your eyes widen and looking quickly over at him. It took you weeks to work that out, how did he already know? "Well," you lowered your voice "I think he does, but I've never had the nerve to ask him."

An understanding nod comes from David "Let's see, she has no idea, does she?" "I don't think so, at least she's never let on if she does. I think she's too caught up in her own world to notice." He sits back in his chair watching them all interact. You're about to ask how he figured out Mickey so fast but then the waitress came with everyone's drinks perfectly balanced on one hand as she carefully starts sitting them in front of everyone, replying to their thank yous with a smile.

"So, are we ready to order or do we need a few more minutes?", glances were shared, making sure everyone was ready before orders started. David and Mickey put in for two different appetizers then their actual orders.

Once all orders were places everyone else went back to their original conversations and you turned to David "So, what did you get?" "I got the bison burger, its got fried onions and a jalapeno jam. What about you?" "I got the Mediterranean, its got arugula, some sort of aioli, goat cheese and something else I can't remember" you laughed at yourself, he smiled at you "sounds good, I might have to steal some." this made you giggle more "you're welcome to".

You were looking in those gorgeous eyes of his now, taking in every emotion they held, playfulness, joy, and something you couldn't quite place, but that was alright, because it all made you feel warm. An amused smile went across his face, but he didn't say anything, simply looked back at you. "Um ahem" was something that pulled you out of your trance, you looked over to see Ann with a giant smirk, looking in-between you both. Immediately your face went up in flames "As I was saying, y/n says you guys met at the board walk, for a concert, right?" David was holding back a chuckle as he replied "Yea, we are usually there and just happened to be lucky enough to bump into them" oh great red face and butterflies now.

They certainly love making you flustered, don't they?

[nickynop]

Owned chapter 13

"Hurry up hurry up!" Ann's voice squealed as she tried shoving Mickey and you out the door, "Alright alright take a breath Annie" Mickey said getting his keys out to lock the apartment door behind. A small huff came from her, probably from the nickname Mickey used, it made the corners of your mouth rise a tad. She was already halfway to the sidewalk by the time he finished locking up. He shook his head while watching her, small smile there.

"Well, you ready?" he asked glancing at you, "yea, i think so" and with a nod you both headed towards Ann who was waiting impatiently for the both of you. It was kinda chilly tonight, there was a steady breeze that made you glad you remembered a jacket. Unlike Ann who only grabbed a thing little sweater, she was already shivering, this girl. You skipped up to her wrapping your arms around her in a warm hug while you both walked, a few almost trips making you both laugh and giggle, and made the walk feel a lot better too.

Once you guys started getting close to the board walk you all could hear the screams, laughter, and carnival game music. Shit, there's the butterflies again, the diners sign already in view, but it wasn't until you got closer that you could see the group of leather jacket-ed, poofy haired guys. They were either leaned against the wall or sat on the curb, doing their usual bickering and laughing that you had come to love so much.

You squeezed Ann tighter and said "Well, there they are." She started paying more attention, eyes widening a bit as she saw the group of wild looking guys "Oh wow y/n, you never told me you were into bad boys!" "Would you hush!" you said, cheeks growing red "They're not bad boys, they happen to be very good. A bit wild but good.".

Her eyes were wide, obviously shocked by your little outburst, at least until she started cracking up laughing "Oh.My.God y/n, you have never acted like this" a grumble came from you as you looked back towards the boys who were now looking over at you. All of them except David had big smiles, Davids was much smaller, but he was obviously still happy. Ann waved wildly pulling you and in return the boys started heading towards you.

Marko and Paul got to you first, followed by Dwayne then David. "Hey y/n!!!" chimed Marko, you smiled "Hi everyone" you gestured to Ann and Mickey "these are my friends Ann and Mickey" you then turned to them "guys, these are my other friends, this is Marko, Paul, Dwayne, and then David".

Ann looked like she was about to burst, for a second you thought she might just run up and hug them all, but luckily before she could Mickey piped up "It's nice to meet y'all, we've heard a lot about you all the pass few days". You felt your cheeks heat up, why did he have to make that comment. The boys started replying approaching more for handshakes and tight hugs from Ann. You just watched with a smile, feeling better now that you are finally here.

After about half a minute watching their introductions to each other you felt eyes on you, and on instinct turning yourself to David who had warm but that same mischievous look he always had. He strode toward you, your heart beating faster with every step. Soon he was right in front of you, the faint smell of cigarettes coming off him, and something else tonight, kinda, metallic? Oh it doesn't matter.

You shook your head a bit at yourself as you felt his arm drape over your shoulders, a peaceful smile took you over as you leaned into him, turning both of your attentions back to everyone. Marko and Paul were talking energetically while admiring each other's accessories, and behind them Dwayne and Mickey were talking, still happy but much calmer then the three. A moment more then David spoke up, alright everyone now that we've got to meet. Where do we want head to eat? I'd say we've got about 45 minutes before things start getting packed."

Everyone watched him, all in their heads trying to think of options. Over the next 10 minutes everyone gave some ideas, some getting dismissed quickly, some put on a mental pile as maybes. It felt like you guys maybe just weren't gonna eat until you heard Mickey say "What about Eureka burger? It's not far and the food's good". Approving mumbles erupted until David nodded "Sounds like the winning restaurant, let's go" he sent a warm smile to everyone, and Mickey started leading the way. You and David stayed in the middle of everyone, the three excitable ones at the back, having to keep catching themselves up because of getting distracted. Dwayne trailed behind Mickey, who once and awhile would give you a small smirk seeing you under Davids's arm still. Heat rose to your cheeks as you hid your face in his jacket.

His chest rumbled as he chuckled, noticing your embarrassment, he found it adorable. Plus he enjoyed having you so close to him, it felt right.

You were right earlier, you got this.

[nickynop]

Owned chapter 12

Soon enough after some sleep and a weird dream involving a walrus and mickey mouse balloon arguing your alarm woke you up. Groggy, you pushed yourself up, there was about 5 seconds of sitting there before the realization hit of what today was, then immediately your stomach twisted in anticipation. You swung your feet over the bed and stood up, it was only 9:30 am, the entire day ahead of you before tonight but currently felt like there was no time at all. Strolling out of your room the smell of sausage and waffles hit your nose, well definitely not the first awake. You felt a pair of arms wrap around you and looked over at Ann who had the usual grin, you weren't sure this girl ever lacked energy.

She was already giggling "Gooooodd morning y/n~~" a laugh escaped you "morning sugarpill" more giggles came from here as you both walked to the kitchen. Mickey was over the stove, taking the sausages and putting them on a paper plate with a napkin, next to him on the counter was a pile of waffles looking perfect. He looked over at you two, small smile on his face as he saw Ann already attached to you "Morning, foods pretty much done just need to get the syrup and butter" "I'll do it!" yelled Ann as she released you to go get what was needed. You decided to get some utensils and take them to the table.

Unsurprisingly breakfast was wonderful. It was quiet at the table for a bit until Ann finally shot up in her seat, eyes widening as if she just understood the meaning of life "WE GET TO MEET THEM TONIGHT". Mickey and you watched her for a sec before bursting out with laughter "Just realizing that Annie?" Mickey teased, she just gave him a " *-* " look which made you both laugh more. Although despite the laughter you still felt the butterflies coming back, and she sat back down, obviously in thought about tonight, probably thinking about meeting her possible true love.

"So, nervous at all?" Mickey asked, glancing your way, "uhhhhh, honestly yeah but I'm always nervous" he chuckled at that. "I'm sure it will go great" Ann said, sending you a loving smile.

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You did your best to keep yourself distracted for the day, cleaning, playing games, watching the latest markiplier video. Pretty much anything you could but it was finally getting time to start getting ready, shower, blow-drying your hair and letting Ann style it. You stood in front of your closet wondering what tonight's outfit would be, eventually you picked something else and tried doing some makeup that would go with it. Once you were done you went over to Ann's room to see what she had gone with. No surprise she looked amazing, you absolutely loved how unapologetically her she was. Not one day since you met her had you ever seen her suppress herself for anyone. She looked at you, smile on her face as she did a few poses showcasing her outfit.

When you both got out into the living room you saw mickey was pretty much ready, just tieing his shoes then he was good to go. You checked your phone, once again getting butterflies seeing it was indeed time to go. Oh boy, no no, you got this. You all got this.

[nickynop]

Owned chapter 11

The rest of that morning was spent how you expected it too, your roommates excitedly waiting, Demanding to know everything. Ann nearly leapt out of her seat when you mentioned what you had planned for two days from now, Mickey just laughed at her. You knew they would be happy to meet them, you all sat talking for about another hour till day was starting to hit everyone, especially you. Some good nights and a hug from Ann then everyone shuffled off to their rooms.

You debated a shower since you smelled like like a chlorine tablet, but honestly as goofy as it sounds you kinda enjoyed the smell right now, kept the emotions of the night alive. One night covered in chlorine isn't gonna hurt, besides as happy as you were, you were exhausted. With that decision made, you got your PJs on, all that was left was to turn on a movie you've seen a thousand times and pass out.

Your dreams that night were unsurprisingly filled with David, that small smirk, those blue eyes, even the faint cigarette smell was there. However if someone asked you to tell them more about the dream you wouldn't be able to, you just knew that you were completely head over heels for this man, be that a good or a bad thing.

The next day was spent dreamily working, luckily you didn't mess up much, at least not enough for anyone to care. And the moment your shift was done you practically ran out of there, ready to go home and hopefully speed your night up.

Now there was no doubt you were excited but sometimes it almost seemed like Ann was more hyped than you were, just breaking out in a squeal talking about how maybe she'll have a 'Romeo and Juliet love at first sight' thing with one of the others. You guys got a kick out of it, especially when Mickey would tease her about how she should choose a different couple, preferably ones that didn't die like they did. She would just huff as a reply saying "oh you know what I mean".

Later on after more teasing, food, and movies it was finally bedtime, and boy your heart was racing for tomorrow. If you started thinking about it to much you would start worrying you were addicted to him, but no, you don't get addicted to people. You never let yourself get addicted to anything especially people, this was just, just, okay you didn't know what this was but it wasn't a addiction to David. You'd know... Right?

[nickynop]

Chapter 10

David kept you there in his arm for awhile, eventually the boys went back to talking amongst themselves. Now that everyone was stationary, the chill was starting to creep back, couldn't help but have a shiver go through your body causing David you look down at you. His eyes fell along your arms they had goosebumps forming, then without warning his hands went under your thighs and lifted you. A gasp came out of your mouth and you looked down at his hands, not being able to wrap your brain around the fact that he was lifting a adult yet nothing about him strained.

He walked over to the edge of the pool lifting you up more, setting you gently on the side then walking back pass the boys, up and out of the pool. You stood up while he was getting out, waiting for him. Once he got to you, you both walked back over to the hot tub that was still bubbling. He got in one side and you the other, letting yourself melt again, happy to be back in warmth. He just sat, small smile on his lips while he watched you. A few moments passed before you decided to sit yourself back up, looking back at him.

His body leans forward, resting his elbows on his knees while he looked at you, "you know my boys and I have fun always. These nights though, already some of the best" this brought a smile to your face while you played with your fingers "honestly this is the most fun I think I've ever had, maybe that's sad but I just, I don't get around much. To be honest I fully expected myself to get to the board walk the other day, stay for 20 minutes, get overwhelmed and go home.  But thanks to you guys, I didn't." He nodded, that small smile growing just a bit. You met his eyes for a moment before deciding to continue the conversation "so, I was wondering, how did you all meet, especially Marko." He tilted his head at you, a tad confused at the Marko comment "well it's just, you gotta be what? 19? Same as me, Dwayne too, Paul seems about 18 ish, but Marko? What is he? Like 16? I know it's none of my business I guess I'm just curious how this friendship started." "Ahhh" he replied, understanding now. His eyes went back to the boys who where deep into their own conversations. "Paul and I knew each other since we were kids, I moved to his street and we became friends, couple of years later in school we got sat next to Dwayne, boy was shy and made fun of by the other kids, so we decided to talk to him and found out he is fun, nice. It was just us three for a couple of years until one day this kid was getting dropped off in a big, expensive car. The kid was currently being yelled at by his dad, who was aggressively fixing his uniform. I don't remember what he was yelling at him about, but I remember seeing the kid fighting off tears. A couple days later the same thing, not to get to personal too quick but something you know about us is none of us exactly have very good relationship with our parents for one reason or another.

The three of us were lucky to find each other, but Marko, he was alone. Dwayne funny enough was the first to approach him, at first he was defensive, claiming he didn't need friends. But we kept coming around until one day, he just gave up. We all skipped class that day and sat out in a field behind Paul and mines street, Marko told us everything, rich parents who put their expectations and faults onto him. We all knew that day we had found another one like us, but Marko is really the one that made us realize we had made our own family. Soon enough we all saw Marko as our bouncing baby brother, slowly he started coming out of his cage and into himself. Dressing how he wants, standing up for himself.

We bonded over bad parents and interests and all of us just stuck together. None of our parents really care what we do anymore, granted the three of us are adults, but Marko should still be under his parents care. I think they gave up on him though, damn fools." You felt your heart swell, I mean sure these boys look intimidating enough but they all truly are just, soft. He let his eyes go back to you who was just nodding slowly "I see, a family. I gotta admit when I asked I just expected some half assed answer, but I get it know. In a way I have that of my own." He leaned back puting his legs up next to where you were. Listening.

You tucked one leg under you and began your story "I was a pretty sheltered kid, didn't and still don't really understand myself" but when I moved out and moved in with ann and Micky that started to change, they taught me, didn't judge me, and included me. I wouldn't of even went to the board walk if they hadn't convinced me going to places on my own was actually good for me if I wanted to grow. Maybe that's why I'm so comfortable around you guys, I see what I see with my own friends." You smiled at him and he returned a warm meaningful look.

David looked up at the clock that was hanging on the wall and saw the time, it was awfully late. A sigh came out of him before he looked back at you "what do you say y/n, time to get you home?" You let out a sigh as well and nodded. Making your ways out of the pool you decided you check your phone, you had a message from Micky

'no rush, message me when you can. Just wanna make sure you're safe :)'

You smiled at the message and decided to take a selfie as proof to where alright, you lifted the phone so it could see the boys behind you, and the pool, you snapped the picture then brought your phone back down to look at it. A laugh escaped, you didnt notice but in the last second David had managed to pop up behind you he was making the rock n roll hand sign and a goofy face. Pressing send you turned your phone off and turned back to him giggling, he looked at you with a smile then walked off to what looked like a supply closet, opening it and getting out enough towels for you all.

The boys seemed to notice that and started getting out of the pool themselves, making their own ways over. Everyone dried off and made their ways into the bathrooms to change back into dry clothes. Once out David took your wet clothes along with everyone else's and tossed them into the big bin that had dirty towels in it. Everyone walked to the exits, hair damp and a tad crazy, you had some makeup smudges under your eyes, nothing too wild thankfully. Once you all got into the lobby David offered his arm which you took glady. Pilling onto the bikes it was time to go "If you're okay with it, I'll take you directly home" David said while you got on his bike. Thinking for a moment before deciding you felt comfortable with that "sure", and with that you were on your way home.

You spent this ride with your cheek rested against David, just enjoying being close to him. Once at the apartments all the boys got off their bikes to hug you bye and tell you how much fun you were, you got to David, you both hugged then both pulling back and looked at him "I had alot of fun, I really wanna do this again. Maybe next time you could meet my friends, I know they are dying to meet all of you." He smiled and nodded "well we have plans tomorrow but what about the day after that? We could continue tradition and meet at Carol's diner then go somewhere else for dinner." You felt your stomach swirl with excitement as you nodded "yes that's perfect, I'll tell them." "It's a date then" ohhhh did him saying that make your stomach twist more, giving him one last smile you walked up the stairs of your apartment and took your keys out unlocking the door and going inside. It was good to be home but part of you wished tonight wasn't over.

Oh well in two days you'll be back with them, this time with your friends too

[nickynop]

Owned chapter 9

When you looked in the mirror the clothes were kinda big but nothing that looked silly. Thank god he had these, otherwise you might of just been able to put your feet in. You grabbed your folded clothes and left the bathroom, the boys were there and in their trunks, shirts and any jewelry that might tarnish, taken off. Looking at David you had those butterflies again. He looked strong, not in the washboard abs kinda way, he had almost a dad bod but you could tell there was still plenty of muscle, it suited him. A person's body hair was their own business, that being said you weren't one who was crazy over chest hair like you knew some people were. But even the chest hair on him seemed to suit him, the more little bits you learned about him the more he just seemed to be what you liked. He must of felt you looking cause he looked directly over at you making you look away, praying your cheeks weren't betraying you. Not wanting to look at him again for fear of seeing that smirk. Instead you went over and sat your folded clothes on a pool chair, then headed over to everyone who was already getting in, you were last in and while the others just walked right in you made a slower descent, going from cold into hot water made it more severe and you didn't understand how they just walked in a sat.

To no one's surprise the free space was next to David, you sat down, and sighed as the water stopped being aggressive and more relaxing. You melted a bit leaning back and resting your head on the floor behind you "good idea Marko, this feels great", you said, didn't really need to look to know that sweet boy was smiling. There was a some time of comfortable silence before Paul started talking "so y/n, having fun so far? We know it's probably weird for a bunch of guys to be wanting to hang out so suddenly" you lifted your head, looking at him with a small smile "ya know, I am having fun. And you're right, this is a bit odd, especially for me but I don't know, something about you guys just seem genuine. I guess that sounds ridiculous considering how long I've known you but yea I really don't know, something in me just feels more comfortable around you guys compared to most people I've known for months"

This seemed to mean quite a bit to th and they all gave you genuine, warm smiles. You looked over at David who had the most to say with his smile, these boys really just were a surprise. With the looks other people gave them you would think they were a bunch of rude, creepy punks, I mean sure they could get rowdy but beyond that, how could anyone truly be annoyed with these sweetie's.

A conversation between you, David and Paul started. Dwayne and Marko listened for awhile before they decided to entertain themselves and get out of the hot tub to switch to the pool. David was telling a story about the first time they went to the railroad, how Marko had been so scared he would fall that they all sat on the start of the train tracks for two hours before he felt safe enough to go on. Marko must of heard because while you and Paul where watching David he got a big splash of pool water in his face. Both of y'all's faces got a look of surprise before laughing.

Both looking over at Marko who was laughing, Dwayne was too but he obviously knew what would happen so he swam away from Marko. When there was water moving next to you, you decided to look back at David, who was now standing, he had a smirk while staring at Marko. "Oh no, oh no no no" Marko said through laughter and you heard him start to try and swim away. David stepped out of the hot tub and began walking to the side Marko was near, Dwayne and Paul where howling, cheering David on as he leapt in the pool, taking down Marko.

When they both popped out of the water they both had big smiles as they started play wrestling. Laughter echoing through the pool room, Paul hopped out a minute later, diving in the pool and under Marko so he could put him on his shoulders. Marko now towered over David and they started walking towards him. "Uh oh, y/n I think you might need to save me" David said looking over a you with a open mouth smiled. You giggled and now left the hot tub yourself, you walked over to the side and decided to tease him "hmmm, I dunno if you deserve it, you're not exactly innocent" he looked at you, faking offense. Then you felt a pair of hands, gently but strongly push you in the pull, squealing as you fell, and going completely under the water. When you came up you looked and saw Dwayne on the side of the pool, pretending to not notice had happened, as if he didn't just push you in. Immediately you started splashing him and he started laughing, dodging the water. But another squeal left your mouth as you felt something under you and start to lift you up. You looked down and saw David had you on his shoulders now, you were completely out of the water on his shoulders. Man he must be strong, you thought to yourself.

"You ready?" He asked and you noticed you both were heading to Paul and Marko. Marko put his hands up and you did too as you both started play wrestling each other. He was strong himself, surprisingly strong honestly but you still managed to get the right leverage and push him over and off Paul's shoulders. David and you cheered triumphantly. As he did a lap around the pool with you still on his shoulders. You guys got back to Marko who was still rubbing the chlorine water off his eyes, same goofy smile there. You thought david was gonna let you down but then when he started up the steps out of the pool you gasped.

It was one thing to carry someone in the pool, but the moment you both are out of the water, that's a entirely different story. Looking down at him shocked, you expected you see strain on his face but instead he looked normal, like you were some little kid on his shoulders and not the grown adult you actually are. He went back over to the deep end and you knew exactly what he was doing "no no, David, no this is really high up for me" he simply laughed and jumped in. Of course once you were in the water you were off his shoulders. When you guys came back up you realized how close you where to him, he seemed to notice too because he put his arm around your waist pulling you closer and leading you guys to where you two could reach the bottom. You could feel the boys watching you, grinning.

This man was too smooth for his own good.

[nickynop]

Owned chapter 8

You know those rare but beautiful times where things are so peaceful that the moments from being awake to asleep just fade seamlessly? No anxiety, no stressing about what tommorow will bring, just peace. Well out of all the nights to experience that, tonight would be most fitting, even if the sleep didn't last long. You felt someone slowly set you up, holding you in a arm so you don't fall while calmly saying your name.

"Y/n, y/n, come on sleepy head" that smooth voice said to you. Groaning a bit, and pushing your eyebrows together you slowly opened your eyes. What you saw almost woke you up immediately, it was David, that blonde hair blue eyes wonder, staring down at you with a soft smile. You just stared back up at him for a moment, thinking, you have known this man for not hardly any time, and yet you had already, sat on his lap, ate food, went into the woods and apparently fell asleep on him. But still all you knew was David, david who? What was his last name? Does he have family around here? You knew so little about him yet got closer to him quicker then you did to even your best friends now.

He raised his eyebrows a bit "Earth to y/n, you awake darlin?" Your cheeks heated up and finally sitting up fully on your own, you looked around "oh shit, uh, sorry. What time is it? How long did I sleep?" He sat back letting you wake up some more "eh only like a hour, I figured I'd kept you up quite a bit already and you deserved a nap. We could still do something but I thought I'd let you decide if you wanted to or if you just wanted go home and get to bed. Why is he more considerate then even your own family members? "I mean, not gonna lie I feel pretty embarrassed I fell asleep on you like this, but, I don't think embarrassed enough to go home, unless you guys are tired too." You glanced back at the others who sitting some feet away, and just talking. His head turned back to them too, "We aren't exactly the tiring type, I guess you could say we're night owls" a smile cracked on his face when he said that, as if he just told a joke only he could get "Hey boys, she's awake and eager to do something, anyone got something in mind?" They stopped talking and looked at him, you could see them immediately picking their brains for a idea until Markos eyes widened and chimed up "well I take it by y/n's goosebumps she's cold, let's go hit the tub"

You looked down at your arms which indeed did have goosebumps on them, and David thought for a moment before nodding "Atta boy Marko, let's do it" with those goofy smiles all breaking out on their faces everyone started to get up. No surprise David was the first up, and being the charmer he so obviously loved to be, helped you up as well. As everyone made their way back to the bikes you focused on making sure you didn't miss a board and Everytime you stepped on one that creaked you couldn't help but jump a tad to get to the next one.

Soon enough the boys were on the bikes and as you went to get on the back of David's you saw that he was set on the back of it. Confusion spread on your face which made him laugh "come on, don't you wanna drive?" Blinking at him you stood there before replying "do I wanna drive this thing I've only been on for the first time tonight? No I can't say I do" oh this made him laugh again "I'm only messing with you" he slid forward on the seat, still amused with himself while you got on the back and wrapped yourself around him again, something you seemed to be doing alot.

This ride was less chaotic but no less fun and freeing. That being said, my god it was chilly now, especially with that air whipping around you, you were praying this tub Marko spoke of was nice and warm.

It was probably somewhere around 10 minutes when you all pulled into this big hotel parking lot, and you were back to confusion. "A hotel? Why?" You asked David while you both got off the bike "well you see the owners are friends of Markos parents, and as long as we are good boys they don't mind if we sneak in for their hot tub every now and again" you looked over at Marko who was smiling and when he saw you he smiled wider and waved like a little kid. Parents friends of hotel owners? I wonder if his family has money. I mean it wasn't any of your business and you knew that, you were just curious. David took your hand and lead you through the hotel doors, all the staff you guys passed didn't seem to be all that excited that they were there, but none of them did anything other then get a "oh boy" look on their face. Once you guys got to a door with a keypad Paul punched in a code and walked in turning the light in their on, ignoring the closed sign. Inside smelled of chlorine but not as bad as would be expected of a inside pool area, there was a big pool on the left and a smaller hot tub on the right, and against the wall was a line of lockers. David went to one and moved the lock on it, sliding the numbers to another code. When he opened it he start taking out swim trunks, tossing them to their owners before taking out another pair of trunks and a folded black shirt. You were waiting, racking your brain for how you were gonna do this without it being weird and uncomfortable. "Think fast" you heard him say then something was tossed to you, it was the extra pair of trunks and shirt, "never been worn, just a extra incase that never ended up needing to be used, you can put those on"you unfolded the shorts and shirt, yea they look like they'll fit well enough, both kinda big but the bottoms had a drawl string which made you feel better. Man this guy really thought of everything, huh?

The boys if course flocked into the men's bathroom and you slipped into the girls, changing into the clothes you had been given.

[nickynop]

Owned chapter 7

After a while you guys decided to order some actual food, but you weren't that hungry since shakes tend to be pretty filling. You all ended up just getting a bunch of fries and onion rings to share. It was fun listening to the boys, their messing with each other, at one point paul threw a fry at marko and David earring loud laughs from you all untill you could feel the looming stare of the waitress, when you all noticed her everyone went silent till she walked back into the kitchen, everyone looked at each other in silence before bursting out laughing again.

Between Paul and dwayne they cleaned out the fries that were infront of you guys so you went to reach for a fry when at the last second the box moved away from you. You furrowed your eyes and reached more and it moved again. Looking, you saw the hand pulling it, it was David's, he had the box Infront of him now. Not looking at you but having a smile on his face. He pushed it back towards you just to pull away again when you reached for another time. Looking at you from the side of his eye, he was quietly laughing. You started laughing too as you leaned closer to him and snatched the box back "I'm hungry you jerk" that just made him laugh more as he watched you put a few fries in your mouth mockingly.

He turned towards you more "so what would you like to do tonight, hm?" Passing your eyes back to him you thought for a moment "uhhhhh I don't know, I mean we don't actually have to do anything I'm okay for whatever you boys wanna do, really". Watching you with a soft smile on his face he thought too until you could see he had a idea. Tilting your head he just continued to smile as he looked at the boys who all looked back at him "how about we take little lady here to a nice view?" They seemed to know immediately what he meant and started nodding and agreeing excitedly.

It made you feel a little nervous but you told yourself to calm down, it's not gonna be anything bad. You all finished off the food and when you went up to pay Paul went up behind you snatching your wallet. "Hey! What are you doing!" He laughed and tossed the wallet to marko who then tossed it to David who caught it with one hand and immediately slid it into his pocket "did you really think we were gonna let you pay? For real?" You watched him unsure what to say, how to argue back. He walked passed you patting your cheek "just say thank you and that will be enough" turning you head to watch him pull out his own wallet pulling out cash and handing it over to a still glaring lady. "Thank you, alot" you said shyly, you felt bad but you had a feeling arguing really wouldn't of done anything.

The boys all pulled you outside while David finished paying telling you not to worry about it. They took you over to a bunch of motorcycles Paul and marko getting on their bikes and dwyane directing you to one of the bikes. A moment later you could see David coming out of the diner heading over to you all, dwayne hopped on his bike like the rest of the boys. Were you really going to be riding one of these? You hoped they weren't dare devil's although given their personalities they probably were.

David approached always snickering at the nervous look on your face "scared?" He asked "scared? No-well I mean a little. I've never actually been on one of these, they always intimidated me" he chuckled "well don't worry I'll be careful" he straddled over his bike setting down then head nodding you to get on behind him. Taking a slightly shaky breath you got on shyly wrapping your arms around him. You couldn't see his face but you jsut knew he had that charming amused smile on his face. The boys where looking at you with a grin, you who had the side of your face pressed to David's back. And with that they all looked forward snickering as they began pulling out of the parking lot immediately speeding up as soon as they got onto the road. Your stomach got that feeling that it gets when you are on a rollercoaster and you squealed slightly hugging onto David. After a bit you head music ringing through the roar of the wind. You glanced carefully seeing paul driving with one hand, the other turning up a radio that's on the back of his bike. You couldn't hear the boys singing even though they were, the most you heard of the boys voices were their occasional howls of excitement.

Whatever was playing was some rock song they all seemed to know

You could feel David's chest and back vibrate at he sung along, you weren't sure why but it make your stomach flutter as you could faintly hear his voice

"Make up your mind, MAKE UP YOUR MIND AND I PROMISE YOU I WILL TREAT YOU WELL MY SWEET ANGEL, SO HELP ME JESUS"

You slowly looked at all the boys, all singing obviously loving life. You tilted your head so you could kinda see David's face as he sang, he was so handsome. As you looked back at the boys the entire moment felt euphoric in a way. It felt like you were watching this in slow motion as the song broke down.

"Yea eh eh, give it up to me, give it up to me Do you wanna be my angel? Give it up to me"

His back vibrated and you laid your face against him again, feeling his singing.

"Give it up to me, do you wanna be my angel? GIVE IT UP TO ME, GIVE IT UP TO ME DO YOU WANNA BE MY ANGEL? SO HELP ME-"

By the end of the song the bikes came to a stop, pulling you out of your trance. You looked around and saw you were in the forest-y part of town, not gonna lie it was kinda spooky. Getting off and looking around you looked at David who just chuckled "don't look so worried, it'll be worth it." They started heading off in a direction and you followed more near the rear. David was in the middle but kept looking on you, you couldn't tell if he was checking on you or making sure you were still actually following. After about 10 minutes the boys stopped and you peaked around, there was a giant bridge up again that was for train track.

Your eyes followed the beams of the bridge all the way down to the lake below. The three took off running on it without a lick of worry. You walked to the edge of the bridge, glancing between the slabs of wood to far below. Made your stomach swirl, David strode passed you, he didn't even look down once. It was like he had no doubt each step be took was a safe one. When he realized you were following he turned to you questioningly. You messed with your sleeves nervously, not speaking. This made a soft smile appear as he held his hand out to you "it's safe, I promise" letting your eyes flick from his hand to his face you thought about it before taking his hand and taking your first step on the bridge.

After he could see you were calmer from a moment actually being on the bridge he pulled you close and under his arm like the other night. You smiled a little bit your stomach swirling but for a different reason this time, you slowly wrapped one arm around his waist as he lead you to the middle of the giant bridge where the boys were already waiting. Marko was up on Dwaynes back again wrestling with Paul as if they weren't on a tall bridge that would leave you hitting the water like cement.

David simply laughed at seeing the look o your face "they'll be fine" was all he said. Once you both stopped Infront of the boys David turned, turning you with him to face the water. What a gasp. Beyond the beautiful lake that had mist over it you could see the town and board walk from here. It looked stunning you could see all the lights and small little carts going up and down the rollercoasters. Some of the lights even reflected off the water, my god you were in awe. You got it now, why they go here. David's chuckled rumbled through his chest as he walked you forward to the edge where he then took a seat, his legs hanging off the side. He put his hand up so he could help you sit safely.

Taking a seat and letting your legs hang off too, kicking them a bit. Just taking it in, even the boys were quiet, you looking over and they were still talking, just quietly and playfully shoving each other a bit but for the most part they still seemed happy just calmed a bit. You went back to be entranced by the view, watching the lights dance on the water. Some time passed and you turned to look at David who had laid back on the tracks, one arm behind his head as he looked at the sky. He looked over at you and smiled, opening his other arm up inviting you to use it at a pillow. You weren't quite sure what it was about him that made you feel so safe. You laid back against him and looked at the sky, beyond the occasional cloud you were shocked at just how many stars you could see. They all twinkled as if happy to be looked at so fondly.

You laid your head on his chest watching the stars. You havnt even known him very long but he just seemed really important already. And to be honest you didn't mind, it felt really nice. How could he make so many moments so special so quickly.

"I could lay looking at these stars forever ya know"

[nickynop]

Owned chapter 6

Well as you expected it was a interesting day. But you managed to find a few outfits that were to your liking, they weren't as out there as your previous outfit but they certainly nicer then any other outfits you currently had. Honestly you were glad that they were calling it a day because all this shopping was stressing you out.

Even more so tonight was making you nervous, you really got your self into a situation the other night. Thinking back on it you still can't believe yourself. But nothing to be done about it now, you figured if you got bad vibes tonight you would simply cut off any further contact with these boys. Ann definitely had fun playing dress up with you while Micky would laugh but also make sure you both knew you were very pretty.

It was around 2 so you still had plenty of time before having to worry about getting dolled up. Although it shouldn't be so hard with Ann around. After grabbing some cheap pizza you all headed back to the apartment.

A hour later Ann was getting on your case about showering so she wouldn't have to rush your hair and makeup. Playful banter was had, mostly you teasing her by saying things like "I think I'll just wear my old sweats". It was fun to annoy her, her cheeks would get all puffed out. But eventually you did shower and as soon as you got some clothes on ann pull you back in the bathroom to take care of your hair.

Micky was scrolling through his phone on your bed while chatting with you both, telling ann to calm down whenever she would get overly excited about your dinner tonight. You were kinda excited too, I mean yeah nervous but also excited. Although you weren't sure if you could look David in the eyes after how touchy you were with him the other night. Ann did some lighter makeup, some black eyeliner with a pop of blue shadow on your under eye. You couldn't but help to mention how different it was from your last look, worried it would be weird to the boy but she assured you when your trying to find your style it's natural to try a bunch of different things.

You through on your outfit earring the praise of Ann and Mic. You felt pretty again, and you certainly looked it. You checked your phone '4:47' it didn't take long to get to the board walk, but you also didn't want to loose a chance of getting a table there... Hmm.. After some thinking it was decided that you would leave now and hopefully get a space big enough for you and the boys. Before you left of course Ann and Mic reminded you that if at any point you didn't feel comfortable or safe to message them and they would come get you immediately. You hoped it wouldn't come to that but it was comforting knowing they were there for you.

While on your way you would look at the sunset, it turning to autumn time meant that the sun would go down much sooner. Shoot by the time it was 5:30 the sun would probably already be gone. Oh well.

The board walk was of course pretty full but since it wasn't quite dinner time you managed to get a table that looked like would seat you all. And now it was time to wait. Would they be here early? Or are they the kind to show up late? You weren't sure what to expect and the closer it got to 5:30 the more you had to fight if thoughts of them never showing up, how embarrassing that would be.

Checking your phone it was 5:32, oh god. No no calm down it was only two minutes late it's fine. A few more minutes and your stomach was really starting to churn until you heard loud laughter ring out, looking up you saw them walk in, Marko on Dwaynes back, Paul laughing brightly and oh goodness, there was David. Walking in like he owned the place, his eyes scanning the place till he saw ya, a smile really raising on his face. Marko saw you next and pointed to quickly almost making dwayne tumble over. Strolling on over they all took a seat, they really brought a different energy in the place. Before you could even get out a hello the waitress laid down the menus giving their usual hellos followed by today's special, until she stopped mid sentence when she noticed who exactly was sitting at the table. The ladies face went from friendly do unhappy real quick. The boys looked between each other with smug smiles and David just gave her a smile "I think I'll just start with a shake, thank ya" she sighed looking over you, her expression heald some disappointment and pitty for you. What for?

The boys all agree'd telling her what kind of shake they'd like, after she got their orders she strode off. David instantly looked at you, charming as before "well well hello there" you smiled a bit shyly "hello again" paul looked over you a bit, not in a creepy way or anything. He smiled warmly "you look pretty!" Ohhh that brought on a blush "don't be dumb Paul, I don't think she could ever be anything but pretty" said David with that oh so smooth voice. Oh god oh god oh god, did he really say that?? Your face was immediately on fire and out of pure awkwardness you started giggling putting your face in your hands "oh goodness can't you guys give me a moment before you make me all awkward. Sets of snickers and chuckles came from them as you played with your hands. "So get any sleep last night?* David asked. You looked up at him "hm?..Oh! Yes I did, I died as soon as i hit my matress. My roommate had to practically drag me out of bed this morning" giggling at the end you could feel David watching you.

"I really do wanna thank you all for the other night though, I was honestly gonna run home if it wasn't for you boys making so much fun" they all had genuine smiles on their faces "fun is what we are about baby" dwayne said cooly, "and you welcome to have fun with us anytime" marko chippered out. This made you feel really happy "well hopefully we'll have fun tonight too" you replied. "Always cupcake" David said, he was still watching you, ohhhh did that really get the butterflies goin'.

"Here's your shakes" said the waitress as she came back, placing them all down. She was going to turn away but she stopped and leaned over the table eyeing each one of the boys "I don't want any trouble tonight, no rowdy-ness. I'm know your mother's taught you some manners, use them" they stared back at her. Were they really that much trouble? "Ma'am you don't have to worry about us" "yea besides we've got y/n to keep us being good boys" two of them said and looked at you with dorky smiles.

How rowdy could these boys really get?