42|| Kisses

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RING RING

My phone rang loudly.

I answered it without seeing who it was.

"Hello?" I grumbled half asleep.

"Taliah your brothers and I want you back home. We've given you enough space and time away from us. It's time to come back." Roman's voice demanded.

"No, Roman. You don't decide when I come back I do goodbye." I explained then hung up.

I let out a sigh as I felt a painful weight on my chest.

I had been ignoring River for the past three days. When he strikes up a conversation I turn him away quickly. If I see him walking towards me I walk away. He looks at me I busy myself with something else

I was nervous because of the almost kiss that had happened that night.

Why is he only liked me as a friend? Or worse as a sister.

I'd be devastated.

I sighed and got up to go out and take a walk.

I dressed in jeans and a sweatshirt since it was only 50 degrees outside.

I slipped on my air force and started my walk.

I walked for about an hour until I reached the bridge where I thought I'd end my life.

I'm glad I didn't.

I would have missed out on the best thing that ever happened to me.

I would have never met any of my friends.

I would have been gone.

I sat there on that bridge and just thought about what could have been.

What would have happened if Mom didn't leave my real dad?

What would have happened if my brothers never told me about their mafia?

What would have happened if I dared to kiss River without a second thought?

I got my phone and turned on Bruckner - Stille Betrachtung an einem.

This was such a beautiful song.

I sat there and replayed it about three times.

Sooner or later I realized I was there for two hours just thinking and listening to music.

I started my long walk back while listening to random music that played after the one I was listening to.

I walked inside Rivers gate and walked to the front door and went in that way.

I took my shoes off and placed them on the shelves next to the door.

I went upstairs to the guest bathroom and showered.

I think I forgot to mention I haven't been sleeping in the same bed as River.

It's been torture. I haven't had good sleep since I left his room.

I took all of my clothes out of there too.

He asked me why but I just told him I don't want to invade his room with all my stuff.

I pushed my thoughts aside and I put on sweats and a t-shirt.

I brushed and blow-dried my hair and put it in a messy bun.

I was going to the kitchen to make cereal but I was stopped by my Rivers voice.

"Taliah, come here." He said.

I turned around and saw him walk into his room.

Run away or listen to him?

"I'm waiting." He yelled from his room.

I guess I'll listen.

I slowly walked to his room trying to avoid eye contact.

"Yes?" I asked

"Close and lock the door." He demanded.

I did what I was told and stood there silently.

"Look at me." He said.

I put my head up and looked at his shirt. Of course, he noticed.

He stood up and tired my head to look into his eyes.

"You've been ignoring me." He stated.

"No," I said while shaking my head.

"Don't lie my love. I know you've been ignoring me." He said.

"Do I make you nervous?" He smirked.

"N-no not at all." I tried to sound sure of myself.

"Your body says otherwise." He stated.

He dropped his head between my neck and my shoulder.

"Are we going to forget what happened that night?" He whispered into my ear.

"What happens?" I asked breathlessly.

"I kissed you." He said as he leaned back and looked me in my eyes.

His finger trailed from my ear to the corner of my mouth.

"Right there." He whispered.

I was silent. What do you say in this situation?

Tears welled up in my eyes. I'm so pathetic and weak.

My life is horrible my brothers are liars River is making me nervous with simple eye contact.

I'm falling hard for River.

My parents are gone.

I'm broken and nobody can fix me.

At this point, I was full-on sobbing.

I could see River looking at me confused and concerned.

He held my hand and sat me down on his bed.

"What's wrong my love?" He questioned.

"Everything." I croaked.

"Is everything the reason why you're staying with me?" He asked.

I mumbled yes.

"Is everything your brothers?" He asked me.

"Yes," I whispered.

"Do you want to talk about it?" He questioned.

"Yes. I want to tell you everything. My life before my brothers. My scars" I whispered painfully.

"Are you sure? I don't want to force any feeling of obligation on you." He tilted my head up to look at him.

"I'm sure. I'm ready." I said.

And so I told him.

Every. Last. Thing.

From Nigel abusing me to my brothers being in the mafia.

I told him how I felt so lost and hurt.

I felt like I was alone like nobody knew how I felt.

There were smiles, there was anger.

There were even tears shed by River.

I had never seen him cry before. He looked so anguished and hurt but you can still see the raging anger in his eyes.

"I don't even know what to say, my love. I'm so sorry you had to go through all of that. You are the strongest woman I know. You went through all of that and still find a place in your heart to love others." He explained.

I smiled at him until I frowned.

"What's wrong?" He asked.

"I hate liars. I mean I hate people who lie to me. Especially how my brothers did. Something that big. I just- I don't know." I shook my head.

River placed me on his lap and kissed my cheek.

"Your so strong." He said as he kissed my other cheek.

"So brave." He said as he kissed my forehead.

"So beautiful." He kissed both corners of my mouth.

He needs to stop. I know well ohh ever be friends but if he keeps kissing me this close to my lips I'll never lose my feelings for him.

He looked at me into my eyes and smiled.

"Your so, so beautiful." He whispered.

"No, I'm not. My scars make me ugly. I've tried to accept them but there are always times where I wish I never had them. They make me look disgusting and ug-"

I was cut off by Rivers' lips on mine.

He's kissing me!!

What do I do?! Do I pull away?

River pulled away from me looking confused.

"You don't want to kiss me?" He asked unsure.

"No- I mean yes! I mean I don't mind kissing you. I just got nervous." I smiled sheepishly.

"Okay, well don't be nervous. Let's try again shall we?" He asked and I nodded.

His lips landed on mine once again

It was amazing.

It felt as if this was all meant to happen.

His lips were soft against mine. His actions were soft and light.

Until he pulled away.

I let out an unexpected huff and immediately covered my mouth.

"So you liked it." He smirked.

I nodded while smiling.

What's the point of denying it now?

He smiled at me and pecked my lips.

"You are the most drop-dead gorgeous girl I've ever seen in my life. Those eyes are the most beautiful ones I've ever looked at. That pretty little mouth of yours could demand anything and I would do it. I physically ache for how much I long for you. I dream of how we would be if we weren't just friends. Can you please just give me a chance to show you how much I care for you?" he ended his speech.

"I- I don't know what to say. To be honest I've had feeling for you since the first day I met you." I smiled.

"So you'll give me a chance?" he begged.

"Under one condition," I said.

"Anything," he answered.

"Never, Lie to Me." I demanded while putting my pinky out.

He hooked his pinky around mine and kissed my hand.

"I promise, my love."

Hello wonderful people! THEY KISSED!! I feel like this isn't my best writing but this is what I pulled together. There is so much more to come to this story so buckle ur seatbelts cause ur in for a crazy ride!! Hehehe QOTD: who is the last person you said I love you too? Me? It was my dog! don't forget to VCF!

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