A Different Beginning

A Different Beginning ~ Part 107 ~ The First Talk

Point of View: Sang 

Stepping out of the hot tub, I make my way to my room, a towel wrapped around me. The talk was exactly what I had needed. My nerves were settled for the moment as I take a seat on the large bed looking out into the dark night the stars clearly visible in the night sky. My mind slowly went through every event that occurred since I had met the boys and I couldn't help but smile at the good times and feel even more comfortable as they took care of me through the bad. They proved that they weren't going anywhere since that first day they had found me up in that tree but now... now my brain was telling me they were untrustworthy even though my heart says they aren't. 

I love these boys. Every single thing that makes them different makes me fall in love with them even more. I let out a sigh and slowly take down my hair letting it fall loosely around my shoulders. What was I looking for? Standing, I move to the window lightly pressing my hand against the glass letting the cold soak into my heated body. What was I looking for? 

"Sang..." The sound of footsteps echo in my ears and I turn meeting the soft eyes of Mr. Blackbourne's. I smile to him turning slowly, making sure my towel is covering me fully. "Everything okay?" With a small smile, I nod and move into his open arms which bring me close in order to comfort me. 

"Just happy everyone agreed." I whisper pressing my forehead against his bare chest taking slow breaths. "I am a little nervous about talking with everyone. I am unsure what I am looking for... to be honest." Letting out a slow breath, I look up to Mr. Blackbourne's soft grey eyes. 

"The boys will never ask anything of you that will make you uncomfortable." He states easily comforting me as he strokes my cheek. "You ask questions in return. It could be about how they react to what they say. Or anything you are thinking at the time." Mr. Blackbourne smiles softly before leaning down and placing a soft kiss on my lips. "All you have to do is ask. You will find your answer." 

With a nod, I smile and move to the closet and slowly close the door behind me before slowly letting my towel slip off and onto the floor. Looking down, I slowly let my fingers run over the damp bandages around my waist. Finding the edge of the bandages, I slowly peal them away and step over to the body mirror at the back of the door. I let out a soft gasp as I slowly run my fingers over my stomach touching the bright purple and blue parts. Tears slowly form in my eyes as I follow the wounds around my side and up my back. How could anyone do this? 

Letting out another slow breath, I find a new roll of bandages and carefully wrap them around my midsection before moving around the room and pulling on a pair of grey sweatpants that are cozy to the touch. Smiling at the soft comfort, I pull out a long sleeve teal v-neck shirt and slip it on before exiting the room. My eyes instantly fall upon Gabriel who is sitting at the edge of the bed. "Hey..." I whisper and step forward. 

Standing up, Gabriel's comforting smile warms my heart as he wraps me up in a warm hug. "That looks good on you beautiful." I can't help but blush as he slips his hands into mine and then guides me to the living room. 

The boys are all laying out around the television. Unable to hide a smile, I paused for a moment. When was the last time that we hadn't done anything and just relaxed? The soft squeeze of Gabriel's hand pulls me back and I smile to him as he guides me down the stairs and we curl up on the couch to watch The Avengers. Sinking into the comforts of the lush couches, I relax as I feel Gabriel's fingers run through my hair. Kota is sitting to my right typing away on his laptop and Mr. Blackbourne is pointing out different changes that can be made to the file. North and Silas are sucked into the movie grunting at different parts. Nathan and Luke are throwing popcorn at each other trying to catch it in their mouths which is very entertaining to watch. Mean while my eyes search for Victor and Dr. Green. 

"Gabe?" My voice is soft and Gabriel gently rubs my sides very slowly. But before I can ask him where the two are Victor appears by my side and smiles. 

"Hey Princess can I talk to you?" His voice is quiet and I can see the worry in his eyes. Sitting up, I nod and gently take his hand allowing him to lead me to the bedroom. Sitting down, he waves me up onto the bed and I carefully crawl to his side in order to sit besides him. 

"Everything okay Victor?" I whisper gently fiddling with his fingers my eyes meeting his. 

"I just wanted to talk to you about what is going on with my parents." He states. My eyes widen in surprise and I shift getting into a comfortable position in order to give him my attention. This had been one of the reasons why I had gotten so nervous and I deserved to give Victor time to share his story.

Point of View: Victor

Sitting up in my room, I focus on this beautiful girl shifting in front of me. Her hair slightly damp from the hot tub and yet beautifully cascading down to her shoulders. She was gorgeous without even trying and she didn't know it. Smiling, I watched as Sang gave me her full attention and I cleared my throat a little before starting. 

"My mother and father haven't been very happy with me and the Academy." I glance up meeting her eyes and see understanding. "Obviously I put that in a light context." I state and breath out a slow breath. "They believe it interferes with my music career which only benefits them and keeps a roof over their head." I admit as I meet her soft eyes knowing she is recalling the run in we had with my father. "I know that they are blood family but the family I have with you and Mr. B and everyone else is even more important to me. Probably more important than life itself... So when they call and tell me that they want to take me away... " 

I let out a slow breath and feel her squeeze my hand hard her eyes widening in shock. "I don't want us to fight and I don't want to be apart from you and my brothers." Instantly, I feel Sang's small hands resting on my shoulders and I quickly pull her into my lap holding her tight to my chest. "Mr. Blackbourne and Dr. Green have been helping me through the process... but it is very painful." 

Point of View Sang: 

The words hang in the air leaving the air in the room thick. Take him away... Victor was going to be taken away? Tears stung my eyes as I slowly realized what he said and I rushed into Victor's arms holding him in a tight hug. He has been fearing this the entire time and I hadn't been there to support him. Squeezing him tight, I slowly pull back meeting his eyes. "I love you Victor. I am not letting anyone take you away from me or the others." I make sure my face is serious as I meet his fiery eyes. 

"I know I have been a little distant over the last couple months but that is because I want to be strong for all of you." My fingers slowly trace over his shirt and I take slow breaths before meeting his eyes once more. "I want to be strong and protect you from everything. That is the main reason why I didn't really want to open up with what happened during those three days..." My fingers find the bandages wrapped around my stomach and I take a shaky breath. 

"Sang..." Victor's voice is calming and soft as he leans forward taking my hand away from my stomach. Gently his fingers cup my chin and guides me to his lips. His soft pale smooth lips caress mine in a soft but passionate kiss as his hands find my sides. Slowly he pulls away allowing me to take a slow breath and he brings me to his chest as I tremble. "Sang you don't always need to be strong for me." He whispers in my ear. "Some things you need to share. It will take time but I promise I am willing to talk you through it as you do for me."