Never say forever (Never series Book 1) (14 page)

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Why would you think something like that?” I ask clearly showing evidence that I’m nervous.

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Girl, it’s written all over your face….and your body.” She looks me up and down. “Yup, that’s a body that just got fucked. Real good! Tell me I’m right.” I know she’s had some drinks, but damn, she’s totally right. She must know me that well.

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Don’t just sit there silently. Spit that shit out. I want details. Don’t you be shy with me. I love sex. I am not afraid to show it. So tell me, is he hung?” Wow, she really wants details.

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I am not telling you about his junk.” I say smiling and laughing at how silly I find this.

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You still got virgin terms. Seriously, Serena. You had sex. It’s okay to say cock. Get out of the prude ways now. Say cock for me.” I just sit there and smile.

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I’ll torture you til you say it. You know I will,” she threatened.

My face is beet red and I’m gathering up the courage to say it. I just feel wrong. “Cock.”

That was enough to make us bust out in hysterics. I know I’m being silly, but I guess she’s right. I can talk a little dirtier now that I’ve done it. After we both seem to come to a halt on the laughing she looks at me. “Seriously, how was it?”

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Well I’m not going to tell you about his……..cock. But it was magical,” I said.

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Did you have rough dirty sex?” she asked as she clapped her hands, a little too excited for sex details.

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No he was a complete gentleman. We made love, he was gentle with me and went slow,” I said as I was reliving the moment.

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Aww, I’m jealous. He did make you come right? He better not be a stingy bastard,” she said and I laughed.

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No, definitely not stingy. He made sure I got it before he did,” I told her. I never knew how great sex could be until tonight. I’m glad I didn’t waste it on a loser.

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Wait a minute. You said you made love?” She looks a little bit confused by this.

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Yes. Just before we did it, he told me he loved me.” I smiled.

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He better not be telling you that to get in your pants. I will beat his ass.” She looks angry now. My crazy friend and her moods with the effects of alcohol. I’ll never figure this one out.

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No it’s nothing like that. He didn’t tell me in hopes of getting laid. I started taking off my clothes. He was unsure because I was drinking and told me he didn’t want to take advantage. He asked me a few times if I was sure.” I know his intentions were not to get laid. I could feel his honesty and see it in his eyes. He loves me. There’s no doubt about that.

Larissa’s eyes beamed and she smiled at me. “I’m so happy for you. Now when we have our after school dates, we can talk about all the sex were getting. No more prude virgin ears!” She laughs and tried to fist bump me. I love this girl. She funny under the influence. We are complete opposites, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

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Either I stay the night here or I walk home. You’re not driving me. You smell like a brewery,” I joke as she whips a pillow at my head.

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Bitch!” She stops and starts laughing so hard she bends over.

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I think I may go home, since I don’t think I’m going to get any sleep here. You’re like the energizer bunny.” I laugh at her.

She stops and sighs. “Okay. I think I’ll sleep too. Call me later.” She laid down on the bed and nearly falls asleep. Jeez, she just did a 180. Hyper one minute and sleeping the next.

I walk home, daydreaming of Aiden and when we will get another magical moment. I never thought I would be one to daydream about sex, but I just can’t help it. My man is a god and he sure knows what the hell he is doing. My phone chimes. I looks and there’s a text from Aiden

Serena, tonight was amazing. I am so happy I got my chance with you. You make me happier than I have ever been. I can’t wait to see what our future holds for us. I will see your beautiful face tomorrow at school Sweet dreams baby girl. I love you <3

I smile so wide I feel like my face might come apart. I text him back.

Aiden, I can’t wait to see you tomorrow. Tonight was beyond amazing. Love you to
o


He responds with a heart.

I am so in trouble. I promised myself I wouldn’t go this route, but I can’t help falling in love. My
heart feels light and free, given all the turmoil I have been dealt. Aiden has helped repair my heart with his love. My days are becoming brighter, every day that Aiden is in it. Makes life worth living for.

***

Aiden

I woke up from a great night’s sleep. It’s been a long time since I slept that good. I can’t stop thinking about that night at the waterfalls. It’s too bad its winter now. I could really go for a re-enactment.

After I dropped her off last night, I did something I always do when something major happens in my life. I went straight to the cemetery. I know my mother’s gone, but I still feel the need to talk to her. I know she can’t respond, but I know she can hear me. I won’t leave her out of important things in my life. I haven’t even told my dad that I come here sometimes. He might not understand, because he’s not at that point yet. He’s still very much grieving. I, on the other hand still grieve, but I know that it does no good. That’s why I have accepted god’s fate for her, but she still stays close to my heart and no one can stop me from visiting her anytime I want.

I was at the cemetery for a few hours. I explained to her how my life is and all the obstacles. I told her that I won’t play football anymore because it took her from me. I even told her about Serena, not the sex part, because who would tell their mom that? I told her how beautiful she is, even though while she’s looking down on me, she probably can see her. It’s crazy how life can take a turn for the better in just a blink of an eye. I wish she was still around to see her expression as she met Serena.

As I was leaving my phone rang. I looked at the screen and it said Ben. Ben has been one of my best friends since grade school. He lives in my old hometown about thirty minutes away. Sadly I have been neglecting our friendship. I have been so wrapped up in Serena and making her mine that I haven’t
even talked to him. I click answer. “What’s up Ben?”

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Hey Stranger. Where the hell have you been? You haven’t called or visited. Was thinking you made a new best friend out there. What’s going on? Anything new?” He said.

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I’m sorry bro, I’ve been trying to get a girl. You know how it is,” I said knowing exactly that he’s going to understand.

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Ahhh, I see. Well did you get her?” I can tell by the sound of his voice he is intrigued. He knows everything I have gone through and when my mom passed away, I shut everyone out including him. He didn’t hold it against me. He knew I was hurting. I know deep down he is hoping I got the girl because he knows it will shed some light in my gloomy attitude.

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Yeah man! She’s perfect too. Not like any other girl out there. I snagged a winner. In fact, maybe I can take her up to visit you sometime soon.” I haven’t seen him in several months, I know he would enjoy it. Plus he would want to give me his approval on a job well done.

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Anytime, just give me a call. I’m sure she’ll get along well with Abby.”

Abby is his girlfriend. I can never see them apart. They have been going strong for four years now. They are the perfect couple that I hope Serena and I will be.

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Yeah I’m sure. Let me talk to her and maybe we can plan something in a month, maybe around Christmas,” I said.

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That would be great. Don’t lose my number this time, dickhead,” he joked.

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Your number is imbedded into my memory. I will call you dude. Later.” I hung up and drove home.

Back to today, I woke up feeling great. I had a text waiting on my phone with a simple I love you from Serena. That just brightened my day like you wouldn’t believe. I don’t think I’ve ever smiled this big. Everything seems to be working out the way it should. I told my father yesterday about Serena and me dating. I didn’t tell him before just in case something happened. Good thing I didn’t. I told him now because I know we are solid. We love each other, and love is enough to get through anything. I’m certain of it.

***

The bell rang for lunch. I entered the lunch cafeteria and grabbed some food. I sat down next to Serena, who smiled and leaned over and pecked me on the cheek.

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I’m never washing my face again” I teased with her. She starts laughing and kisses me again. I seriously don’t need to deprive myself of washing my face because she’s always showering me with kisses. I can’t get enough of it.

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Hey Babygirl, what do you say we take a little trip in a few weeks?” I ask her.

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Trip? What? To where?”

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My buddy Ben’s house. He lives by my old house, only about half hour away.” I smile at her.

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Yeah sure. Just tell me when so I can tell my mom,” she told me.

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Speaking of moms. Did you tell your mom about us?” I questioned.

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Yeah I told her this morning. She’s happy, but she told me to stick to my work and not get into any funny business.” She laughed. “But I plan to get into a lot of funny business with you.” My eyebrow shot straight up. That’s not the only thing that shot straight up. That is the affect that she has on me. I’m pretty sure she knows what she’s doing to me.

I kiss her and lean into her ear and gently kiss her neck, then I sit up and start eating. I can feel her eyes shooting daggers at me. I have to stop myself from smiling or laughing.

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What the fuck was that? Seriously?” She asked.

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Well, I’m not the only one hurting here. You just woke someone up. Paybacks a bitch!” I say as I can’t stop the smile forming. I love messing with her.

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Well I’ll be seeing you after school.” She smirked at me.

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I am most definitely looking forward to it.” I raise my eyebrows at her and slap her on the ass as she’s walking away. She squealed as if it hurt, but I know she loved it. I’m glad that we can be more comfortable around each other. We have come a long way since we first met in chemistry class. That shy, bitter, alone girl has blossomed into a happy, outgoing, spontaneous woman and I wouldn’t change a thing.

Chapter 9

Serena

Three Weeks Later

Everything has been running smoothly between Aiden and I. We have found every opportunity to show our love to one another. It hasn’t been easy, since we lost our spot for a few months, but we made it work. For someone like me who was a virgin, I sure sprung once I had a taste of what it’s like. We are always careful, always using protection. Larissa can no longer call me a prude since most of our experiences have been outdoors in the public. No one around, but shit, anyone can walk by and see Aiden buck naked. That’s an added bonus I guess, adds to the thrill.

Today we are going to his friend Ben’s house. This will be my first time meeting his friends. I wish it weren’t today since I woke up not feeling the best. I’m not sure what’s come over me. I think I may be coming down with the flu. I haven’t thrown up yet, but I was pretty nauseas. I will just have to deal with it. I don’t want to bail on his friends. First impressions with anyone is pretty big when you’re serious with someone.

I scrounge through my closet looking for the perfect outfit. I come across some clothes that I haven’t worn in a while. One item hits a little close to my heart. Cadence’s favorite green baby doll shirt. My emotions get the best of me and before I know it, I am crying. Weeping like a baby. I feel pathetic. Who the fuck cries over a shirt? Me, because I’m insane. Why else would I be sitting here on a day that should be happy, but yet I’m emotionally distraught. I thought I was over the whole Cadence thing but seeing this shirt is bringing up old hurts.