#jj maybank preference

Type: One Shot about JJ (Outer Banks)
Rating: Rated R for Abuse
TRIGGER WARNING: DOMESTIC ABUSE 
Word Count: 2500+
Pairing: JJ & Leah
Enjoy!

“This isn’t the kind of love that I want” tears ran down her face. “you aren’t who you were before,” she said as she grabbed her bag.
“You aren’t leaving,” he said as he grabbed her, pulling her back.
“Let me go!” she said as she tried to pull away from him.
“I said you aren’t leaving!” He said as he pushed her against the wall. Banging her head against the wall, she dropped her bag.
“Please stop,” she said as she placed her hand on the back of her head.
“Then realize you aren’t leaving!” he said.
“I’m not, I’m sorry,” she said.
“Good girl,” he said as he let her go.

He left the room and she made sure she wasn’t bleeding. She needed to come up with a different plan. A way that she could leave without him finding out. She sat on the bed as placed her head down in her hands. The tears were too much and they slipped from her eyes onto her cheeks.  She waited until he was asleep on the couch, passed out from drinking too much. She grabbed her bag and left, running to her neighbor’s house. Her neighbor called a taxi for her and got her a bus ticket. It was time for Leah to leave town and never return. Leah made it to the bus station and got onto the bus. The bus was supposed to take her to Florida but she decided to get off at the first stop. It was North Carolina and this would become her new home.

“Hello Miss, how may I help you,” the clerk asked.
“I was hoping that you had a room for a few days,” she said.
“I believe that we do,” he said as he looked at the computer. “Yea room 134,” he said.
“I’ll take it” she nodded and paid for the room in cash.

He gave her the room key and she went up to her room. Placing her bag at the door and she laid on the bed staring at the ceiling. She closed her eyes as the tears built up in her eyes, she was finally free. She didn’t want anyone to know where she was at so she didn’t even call her mom. She ended up falling asleep but was woken up a few hours later at the sound of her stomach growling. She changed her clothes and made her way downstairs to the lobby. She walked around the small town until she found food. She ate at the little cafe and then went to the store to get some things. She went back to her room and changed her look, cutting her hair and dying it. She didn’t want him to come looking for her.

“Fresh start” she took a deep breath in as she looked at herself in the mirror. “New town, No one knows me,” she said to herself.

She cleaned up the mess and laid back down in the bed. Opening her laptop looking for things to do in the small town. She was also looking for houses to rent or buy. Even though she was just 19 she needed to be on her own two feet. Well, now more than ever since she left her husband. She fell asleep with the tv running and she woke up in the morning with the sun beaming through her window. She got up and got ready for the day, with whatever new adventures came her way. She left the hotel and was just walking around town. She stopped by a flower shop just to smell the flowers, they were so beautiful. As she walked away she bumped into someone.

“Sorry,” She said.
“It’s ok,” he said as he looked at her.
“I should watch where I’m going,” she said.
“It’s ok really” he nodded. “Are you new in town?” he questioned.
“Yea something like that,” she said.
“I’m JJ,” he said as he handed her a rose.
“I’m Leah,” she said as she grabbed the rose.
“If you need a tour guide I’m free,” he said.
“Really?” she asked.
“Yea I am” he smiled. “Right this way,” he said as he led her to his truck.
“Can we just um walk?” she asked.
“Sure we can,” he nodded. “It’s just easier to drive,” he said.
“I’m sorry, we can take the truck,” she said.
“No need to be sorry, if you want to walk we can,” JJ said.
“It’s ok,” she said as she got into the truck.

He also got into the truck and started to drive around town. Showing her all the cool spots and where to get food. He pulled into John B’s place where he knew everyone would be. He got out of the truck and went over to her side, opening the door for her. Holding his hand out if she needed help. She grabbed his hand and got out of the truck. She followed him to the back where everyone was hanging out.

“Hey JJ,” Pope said.
“Whoa, who is that?” John B asked.
“This is Leah,” JJ said.
“Wow she’s hot,” John B said.
“Watch it,” Sarah said as she nudged John B.
“Nice to meet you, Im Kiara,” Kiara said.
“Nice to meet you guys,” Leah said.
“I’m going to take her out on the boat,” JJ said.
“Nice,” Pope said.
“Have fun,” John B said.

JJ led Leah down to the dock and got into the boat. Helping her get onto the boat before untying it. She sat down as he took off from the dock. Going out further enough so they could be alone but close enough if she felt the need to getaway. He sat down next to her and they started to talk.

“May I ask how old you are?” he asked.
“I’m 19” she looked at him.
“And you just moved here?” He looked at her.
“Yes I did,” she nodded.
“May I ask why?” he asked.
“I don’t want to talk about it” she looked out towards the water.
“Ok that’s ok no pressure” he nodded.
“It’s nice out here,” she said.
“Yea peaceful” he placed his hand on her hand.

They continued to talk about random things and also personal things. They watched the sunset and he grabbed a blanket, draping it over her shoulders. She moved closer to him and wrapped the blanket around him as well. Resting her head against his shoulder as they watched the sunset. He placed his arm around her waist and held her close. Once the sun was down they laid back on the boat and looked up at the stars.

“I haven’t done this in a while,” she said.
“You haven’t?” He looked at her.
“Yea I haven’t,” she said. “When you move to the city the lights block the stars,” she said.
“True,” he said.  
“I’m sure you brought all your hookups here,” she said.
“Wait what?” he asked.
“Isn’t this your hot spot where you bring all your hooks up” she sat up. “On the boat away from your friends,” she said.
“It’s not like that and No I don’t,” he said as he sat up as well.
“I’m sorry,” she said as she hugged her knees to her chest.
“I’m not like that and I just love watching the sunset on the boat,” he said.
“It’s peaceful and nice out here,” she said.
“We should get back to the shore,” he said as he started the boat.

She stayed quiet as they pulled back to the deck. He got off the boat and helped her off as well. John B and Pope had a fire going. Kiara brought back marshmallows and chocolate as JJ and Leah made their way back to the house.

“Just in time,” Kiara said.
“S'mores” JJ smiled as he walked up to Kiara.
“Come on Leah,” John B said.
“I don’t like S'mores,” she said.
“Still good company,” John B said.
“Sure,” she said as she sat down in front of the fire.

She kept the blanket wrapped around her as she watched them burn the marshmallows. JJ fixed her one and handed it to her for her to try. He sat next to Leah as she took a bite, she gently smiled at him.

“You got chocolate on your face,” JJ said with a slight chuckle.
“Where?” She asked.
“Right” he placed his thumb against her cheek. She looked at him as their eyes met. “There,” he said.
“Thank you,” she said.
“Get it JJ,” John B said.
“No problem, ” he said as if John B didn’t say anything.

She took the S'more JJ had given her and held it up to his lips. He smiled and took a bite. She watched him as he got up to get more marshmallows. He came back and sat down next to her, placing the marshmallow on the stick. Placing it in the fire as she moved closer to him, wrapping the blanket around him again.  He slipped his hand around her waist as he watched the marshmallow.  He made another S'more, blew on it slightly before feeding it to her.  She took a few bites before laying her head down on his shoulder. JJ continued with the S'mores and joking around with his friends. As the night continued on Leah was getting tired but didn’t want to say anything. She started drifting off to sleep on JJ’s shoulder. He felt her weight shift and realized she was falling asleep. He picked her up and took her inside, laying her down on the bed. Placing a blanket around her as he went back outside. The fire was on its last leg and everyone was cleaning up. JJ helped before making his way inside, laying on the couch next to the bed. He didn’t want to make her uncomfortable so he stayed his distance. He fell asleep as well as everyone else. Leah woke up around 5 am from a nightmare, sitting on the bed trying to catch her breath.

‘Hey" JJ said as he started to wake up. “Are you ok?” he asked as he got onto the bed. He placed his hand on hers but she jumped back, moving away from him. “Hey, it’s ok,” he said softly.

“Please don’t hurt me,” she said.
“I would never,” He said.
“Please,” she said as her tears fell from her eyes.
“It’s me, JJ,” he said. “It was just a nightmare,” he said as he moved closer, wrapping his arm around her. “You’re safe,” he whispered.

She cried against his chest as he held her close. Placing his hand on her head as she cried. She wrapped her arms around his waist. Once she calmed down she wiped her eyes and sat up. He kept his arm around her just to make sure she was ok.

“Are you ok?” he asked.
“Yea, sorry didn’t mean to wake you up,” she said.
“It’s fine,” he said.
“I should probably go,” she said.
“Stay,” he whispered.
“I really should go,” she said.
“I’ll take you but only if you want to,” he said.
“Yea” She nodded.

They left John B’s place and he took her back to the hotel. He walked her up to her room and leaned against the wall as she opened the door. Leah took a deep breath in and opened the door, turning to face JJ. She did enjoy spending time with her but she was sure he wouldn’t want to see her again.

“Thanks for yesterday,” she said.
“No problem,” he smiled gently.
“Bye,” she said.
“When will I see you again?” he asked.
“Never, ” she replied.
“Why?” he asked as he moved closer to her.
“Look you are nice but I’m a mess,” she said.
“Your point is?” He asked.
“I’m not ready for whatever you think this is,” she said. “Plus I’m sure after last night you don’t want to see me again,” she said.
“Well you are wrong I do want to see you again” he grabbed her hand. “And we are just hanging out,” he said.
“Really?” she looked up at him.
“Yea really” he placed his hand on her cheek. “You are sweet and different in a good way,” he smiled. “I enjoyed last night,” he said.
“I did too,” she said.
“Good so let’s keep doing it,” he said.
“Ok’ she nodded.
"Why don’t I come by later and we can hang out some more,” he said.
“I should give you my number,” she said.
“Sure,” he said as he handed her his phone.
“There you go,” she said as she looked at him.
“Alright I’ll see you later,” he said as he turned to leave.

She grabbed his arm and pulled him back to her. Grabbing the back of his neck leaning up kissing him. He smiled against her lips and kissed her back, placing his hands on her hips. She pulled away slightly and looked at him to see what his response was. He smiled and pulled her closer, placing his lips back against hers. She wrapped her arms around his neck as she pulled away slowly.

“See you later,” he smiled.
“See you” she smiled as he kissed her once more before leaving.

She went inside her hotel room and there was her husband sitting on the bed. She quickly closed the door behind her. He started yelling and JJ could hear. JJ rushed back to the room banging on the door as he could hear them fighting. John grabbed Leah’s arm pushing her against the wall.

“Oh, why did you think you could get free?” John said.
“Please don’t hurt me,” Leah said.
“LEAH!! OPEN THE DOOR” JJ yelled from outside.
“Oh you have a guest,” John said.
“Please don’t,” Leah said.
“You don’t make the rules around here,” John said as he grabbed Leah’s neck.
“Please,” She said.
“You think you can spend one night with this clown and you’re free from your life?” John said. “You knew I’d find you,” he said.
“He’s just a friend,” she struggled. “Please I can’t breathe,” she said.

JJ finally got through the door and knocked John off Leah. She fell to the ground as she started going in and out. She could see JJ and John fighting. She heard a gunshot go off but then she closed her eyes. She would wake up but everything was fuzzy, she heard an ambulance.

“He’s dead,” someone said.
“Who?” Leah said before passing out again.

She didn’t know anything until waking up in the hospital. She was out of it because of the drugs they gave her. Her memory was fuzzy and really couldn’t remember much from that night. She didn’t know who got shot or who was dead. Maybe she shouldn’t have left town because no matter where she went she wouldn’t be free. She hated herself for bringing JJ into this and the thought of him being dead brought tears to her eyes. They just met but clearly, she felt safe with him, she felt free with him. Could that have been their first and last kiss? Was JJ dead? She closed her eyes as she tried to remember what happened.