48: An Angry Old Friend

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"Lauren." Adam's jaw slacked as his eyes widened at the sight of me. Don't know if I should run or hug him? Giving him a final wave I walked past him already feeling this becoming one of those embarrassing memories I'll think about at night.

"What are you doing back here?"

I stopped hearing his demanding voice. It sent shivers down my spine hearing his rough tone with me. This is why I didn't want to come back but it is time to hold myself accountable and not run away.

"Came for a little visit." I shrugged. I didn't dare met his burning eyes. Literally they were becoming a bright red. I stepped to the side in fear of getting hit by his lasers.

"I might be happy to see you but I should hate you. You betrayed all of us." He uttered. His face contorting into one with sorrow. What made me feel worse was the fact that he looked like a kicked puppy. There was something about Adam that you just don't want to upset.

"I know. I'm sorry." I apologized. There was nothing more to say. All I wanted to do was repeat those words until they accepted me again. I looked down at the ground waiting for his response. It could go either way: he would hate me or hate me a little less. 

"Good enough for me. Get in here."

My head violently shot up. A shining smile greeted me with open arms. I stood in place shocked at his forgiveness. I took slow steps into his stretched arms. He trapped me between his toned limbs lifting me into the air. He set me back down ruffling my hair.

I couldn't help but let a smile play at my lips. "Just for the record I never knew it would end up that way. I didn't mean to lie to you guys and your friendship means everything to me. I'll do anything to get that trust back."

"Aw stop you're gonna make me cry." Adam joked brushing away a fake tear. I playfully slapped his chest. He then turned to me more serious. "Where did you go?"

"Back home. I spent the year with my grandpa." I explained.

He nodded a smile creeping onto his face. "Listen your brothers are great but I've missed you."

I felt my chest fill with pride. I know Adam's never the type to hold grudges especially after hearing he doesn't mind Douglas at their place. I was worried he wouldn't treat me like he had with Douglas. I'm glad I was wrong.

"I've missed you too, Adam." I confessed.

"Hey you wanna come over?"

I would love to is what I would've said but it would be unwise to do so. Leo might be okay with seeing me but the rest, definitely not. And I don't blame them. I wouldn't want to see myself either.

"I don't think that's a good idea." I said, rubbing my arm.

"Come on. No one's home besides Chase and a girl he stole from me."

I pondered on what Adam said. Now my curiosity had peeked. Chase is undoubtedly handsome and wouldn't be surprised if he stole a girl from Adam. Both great guys but I do wonder how it happened. After giving it thought I agreed.

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Being back at the Davenport's home is different than how I imagined. I thought by the time I step foot I would be welcomed again. Instead I'm in the living room with Chase glaring at me. It was good to see him. He's definitely matured.

"What is she doing here?" Chase exclaimed. His hands conjuring the blue pole from his hands. Adam stood between us shielding me from Chase's wrath.

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