#outer banks writing

Type: One shout about JJ (Outer Banks)
Rating: Rated R (some sexual content)
Word Count: 4200+
Pairing: JJ + Lyla
Enjoy! 

JJ walked into John B’s house where everyone was sitting down. He took a seat on the couch as Kiara handed him a beer. He popped the top and took a sip. He leaned his head back as John B walked back into the room.

“You know Lyla is coming back today,” John B said.
“Yea I know” JJ nodded.
“Aren’t you excited?” John B asked.
“Of course but I’m not going to show it, ” JJ said.
“Why not?” Kiara asked.
“Because you know me,” JJ said.
“Uh-huh,” Pope rolled his eyes.
“Did you two leave off on good terms?” John B asked.
“Yes we did,” JJ nodded. “We knew it wouldn’t work long distance so we are friends,” JJ said.
“Until you two see each other?” Kiara asked.
“I don’t know, ” JJ rolled his eyes. “You guys can stop questioning me,” he said.
“We just worry about you,” Kiara said as she ran her hand through his hair.
“I know,” he sighed. “Lyla just texted me, she will be here in 5 minutes,” he said.

Before they could respond a truck was pulling up into the driveway. Everyone besides JJ ran outside to greet Lyla. She got out of the car and hugged them all.

“Hey girl,” Kiara said.
“Hey, you” Lyla smiled. “Pope” Lyla hugged Pope.
“Hey,” Pope said.
“JOHN B” Lyla yelled as she looked at John B.
“I know that’s not my baby girl” John B smiled and hugged her.
“Where is JJ?” She asked as she stepped back from John B.
“He’s inside,” Kiara said.
“I know he isn’t hiding from me,” Lyla said as she walked up to the porch.
“Naw” JJ came out smiling and hugged her tight. “There’s my girl,” he smiled.
“There’s my favorite person,” she said as she held him close.
“How long are you in town for?” Kiara asked.
“All summer,” Lyla said.
“Nice,” John B nodded.
“Yea,” She said as she stepped back from JJ. “So the party tonight, are you guys going?” she asked.
“With the kooks?” Pope asked.
“Yea” She nodded. “Topper asked me to come,” she said.
“We could ” John B nodded as he placed his arm around Sarah’s shoulders as she walked up.
“Hey Sarah,” Lyla said.
“Hey, you” Sarah smiled and hugged her.
“And they know I don’t go alone so they invited you guys,” Lyla said.
“Sounds fun: JJ rolled his eyes and walked back inside.
"So that’s a yes?” Lyla said.
“We will go,” John B nodded.

Later on that day they all headed to the party that the kooks were throwing. Since they were friends with Lyla no one said anything to them.

“Get drinks and enjoy yourselves, I’ll be right back,” Lyla said.
“Thanks,” Kiara said.

Lyla went over to where Topper was with his friends.

“Hey, you” Topper smiled as he placed his arm around Lyla’s waist.
“Hey Topper” she smiled and kissed his cheek.
“How long are you back for?” Topper asked.
“All summer” she nodded as she took a drink from the table.
“Nice” Topper smiled as they both took a sip from their drinks.
“Yeah maybe I get to spend more time with you,” She said.
“Oh really?” Topper looked at her.
“Yea, I would love to be around you guys more” she nodded. “But you guys seriously got to be nice to my friends,” she said.
“Of course,” Topper nodded.

Back where JJ and the gang were at. Everyone could tell that just watching Lyla with Topper was making JJ jealous. He tried to stay calm and took a few sips of his drink. Just watching them made his blood boil, he wanted Topper’s hands off of her.

“You need to calm down,” John B said.
“He needs to stop touching her,” JJ said as his eyes were glued to them.
“She’s friends with them,” Kiara said. “Come on, let’s go down to the beach,” she said.
“He needs to BACK OFF,” JJ said.
“JJ comes on,” John B said as he grabbed JJ’s arm.
“No, I’m going to kick his ass” JJ pulled from John B and walked over to where Lyla and Topper were. “Back off,” he said.
“JJ” Lyla looked at him.
“Can’t help it she wants to hang out with me” Topper said as he pulled Lyla closer to him.
“She doesn’t!” JJ said. “Come on Lyla,” he said.
“Calm down JJ,” Lyla said.
“And what are you going to do about it?” Topper said as he stepped to JJ.
“I’ll kick your ass,” JJ said.
“JJ STOP NOW,” Lyla said as she got between them.
“Oh, I know this joke isn’t talking,” Rafe said as he walked up.
“Mind your business,” JJ said. “I’m talking to this asshole,” JJ said.
“JJ stop” Lyla grabbed his hand. “Walk away NOW,” Lyla said.  
“Yea listen to her before you get your ass handed to you,” Rafe said.
“Shut your mouth,” John B said as he walked up.
‘Oh so now this is a thing now?“ Topper said. "Threatening us at our party?” he crossed his arms.
“STOP,” Lyla said. “JJ look at me” she placed her hand on his chest.
“You put your hand on her again, I’ll make it a personal threat,” JJ said as he walked away.
“You better get your boy in check, if you want us to hang out more” Topper said as he looked at Lyla.
“What?” JJ turned and walked back to Topper and punched him.

Of course, John B and Pope jumped in and there was a huge fight. Lyla got caught in the middle and the police were called. Finally, everyone separated it, John B took JJ back to his place. Topper and Rafe ended the party and went back to their place. Lyla went down to the beach and just sat there, watching the waves crash over.

“CALM DOWN NOW,” John B said as he pushed JJ into the house.
“Where is she?” JJ asked.
“I don’t know but she got hurt, YOU need to calm down,” John B said.
“Wait who hurt her?” JJ asked as he spits out blood.
“I don’t know but you need to calm down” John B sighed.
“No where is she?” he asked as he grabbed a towel. Wiping his mouth off.
“I don’t know JJ,” John B said.
“She’s down at the beach,” Sarah said as she walked in.

He rushed down to the beach and searched for her. He finally found her sitting on the beach, he ran over to her. He sat down next to her, trying to slow his breathing down.

“I’m sorry,” he said.
“Why did you pick a fight?” she asked.
“I-I don’t know” he looked away.
“JJ what’s going on?” she asked.
“I guess I got jealous” he admitted. “I’m still in love with you,” he said.
“And you couldn’t just tell me?” she said.
“Since we ended things, I just” he took a deep breath in. “I didn’t want to make you feel bad,” he said.
“JJ look at me,” she said as she grabbed his chin, turning him to her. “JJ you are bleeding” she sighed as she took the towel out of his hand.
“I’m sorry,” he said as he looked at her.
“Come here” she moved closer to him and placed the towel over his lip.
“Are you hurt?” he asked as he looked her over to make sure she wasn’t bleeding.
“No, I just got pushed,” she said.
“Ok” he nodded as he breathed out.
“You need ice,” she said.
“I’ll be alright,” he said. “I’m sorry Lyla,” he said as he grabbed her hand.
“Talk to me JJ,” She said. “I still care about you” she looked at him. “I’m still in love with you,” She admitted.
“You are?” he asked.
“Yes, just a long-distance wouldn’t work,” she said.
“I know,” he said.
“But I still love you” she moved closer to him. “And I don’t want you to get hurt,” she said.
“I love you” he wrapped his arm around her, pulling him onto his lap.

She leaned in and rested her forehead against his. He placed his hands on her sides as he looked at her. She leaned in slightly allowing her lips to touch his. Waiting for his response but it doesn’t take long as he kisses her. Placing his hand against her neck, brushing his thumb against her cheek as he kisses her. She grabs his shirt to keep him close as she keeps the kiss. They could hear the group cheering for them in the distance. JJ flipped them off but didn’t pull away from her. She smiled against his lips as she gently pulled away from him. Gently resting her forehead against his as he looked at her.

“I want this summer to be fun and full of love,” she whispered.
“Of course” he smiled as he brushed her hair out of her face.
“I know you’ll make it fun,” she smiled.
“You know me all too well” he leaned up and kissed her softly.
“Come on, let’s get you that ice,” she said as she stood up, reaching for his hand.
“Alright,” he chuckled as he got up, grabbing her hand.

They made their way back up to John B’s house. He sat down on the couch as she got ice for him. She sat on his lap and held the ice on his head. He placed his arm around her, to keep her close. She kept him up mainly all night just to make sure he didn’t have a concussion. At nearly 4 am they both ended up falling asleep, she snuggled close to him. Feeling him breathing and hearing his heartbeat was what she needed to fall asleep. Later on, he woke up and got up gently to make sure she didn’t wake up. He went to the kitchen and got something to eat. He went out back and found John B asleep in the hammock. JJ went and shook the hammock to wake John B up. It ended up flipping John B out and JJ couldn’t help but laugh.

“What the hell” John B said as he rubbed his face.
“The wind,” JJ laughed.
“Uh-huh,” John B said as he stood up, brushing the dirt off of him.
“Why did you sleep out here?” JJ asked.
“It was nice outside so why not,” John B said.
“True,” JJ said.
“So you and Lyla?” John B asked.
“You know she’s my weakness” JJ smiled to himself at the thought of her.
“Yea we know,” John B said. “But why the fight?” he asked.
“I got jealous,” JJ shrugged. “I’m sorry you got involved,” JJ said.
“I wouldn’t let you fight alone,” John B said.
“I know, and I’ll do the same,” JJ nodded.
“Oh everyone knows,” John B said as he looked at JJ.
“Oh hush” JJ pushed John B. “I’m going to take her out to breakfast,” he said.
“You know where the shower is,” John B joked.

JJ rolled his eyes and went into the house. He jumped into the shower as Lyla started to wake up. John B told her that JJ was in the shower. She smiled to herself before she slipped into the bathroom. She took off her clothes and got into the shower behind JJ. She placed her hands over his eyes, he jumped before he realized who it was. He smiled and turned to face her, placing his arms around her. He leaned down and kissed her softly as he pulled her under the water. She smiled against his lips before pulling away, grabbing the soap.

“So you want to get slippery,” he smirked.
“Of course” she smiled as she rubbed his chest with the soap.
“It’s better when it’s slippery” he started to rub her down with soap as well.
“You know what you do to me” she whispered in his ear, guiding his hand down between her legs.
“Oh I know” he whispered, nibbling her ear.
“JJ” she moaned.
“That’s my girl,” he said as his hand found her center, rubbing her softly.

The hot water wasn’t the only thing fogging up the mirror. Once they were finished in the shower they got ready to go out to eat. John B and Sarah tagged along as well. They went down to one of their favorite cafes. Sarah and Lyla went to get a table as the guys ordered their food and drinks. JJ and John B returned to the table, JJ slipped in beside Lyla as John B did with Sarah. JJ pulled Lyla closer to him, resting his hand on her leg. She smiled and leaned into him, resting her hand over his.

“So I was thinking after we eat, we hit the water,” Lyla said.
“A perfect day” John B smiled.
“Yea perfect” JJ said.
“Well anything is perfect with you” she smiled as she looked at JJ.
“You two are perfect together,” Sarah said.
“She’s my everything,” JJ said as he looked into Lyla’s eyes.
“My everything” she whispered.

The food finally arrived and everyone was quiet. Just focus on eating and after they finished they left. Lyla left the group to go back to her parent’s house. She changed into her bikini and put a cover-up over it. Her mom walked into her room.

“Hey where have you been?” her mom asked.
“With the crew,” Lyla said.
“Back with that boy?” her mom asked.
“Yes, I am,” Lyla said as she sat down.
“You know what happened last time,” her mom said.
“I know,” she nodded.
“You ended things because of the long distance to help his ego but you know the truth,” her mom said.
“I know mom,” Lyla sighed. “And I still love him,” she spoke softly.
“I’m sure you think you do but he’s never going to be the one,” her mom said.
“You never know,” Lyla said.
“I don’t want to see you wrecked over this guy again” her mom sat beside her.
“I know mom and things won’t be the same,” Lyla nodded.
“Alright, well have fun” Her mom sighed as she stood up.
“I will,” Lyla said as she grabbed her bag.

She rushed out of the house and went down to the water. JJ helped her up on the boat as everyone was just waiting for her. They pushed off and they were out on the water. They stayed out on the water all day enjoying the weather. Blasting music and having drinks, enjoying each other.

“So who’s up for a treasure hunt?” John B asked.
“Are you still on that? about your dad?” Lyla asked.
“Yea, I know he would want me to pick up where he left off” John B nodded.
“So what do we have to do?” JJ asked.
“Follow clues and figure it out,” John B said. “I have a map and a few clues,” John B said.
“Well don’t hide them, show us,” Lyla said.
“You guys are game?” John B asked surprised.
“Yes of course,” JJ smiled.
“Yea, so are you going to show us or what?” Lyla said.

John B showed them the map and everything that he had.

“Ok, so the gold is buried in a well” Lyla said as she looked over the map.
“Wait what?” John B asked.
“It’s buried under a well,” Lyla said. “Just got to figure out where,” Lyla said.
“Wow,” JJ said as he looked over the map.

All of a sudden the boat shifted forward and threw everyone down. JJ and Lyla were thrown over the water. She came up to the surface at the same time as he did. He noticed something in the water, it was a boat.

'Hey there is a boat down here" JJ said.
“Probably from the storm,” Lyla said.
“Yea probably, are you ok?” he asked as he swam to her.
“Yea I’m ok,” she said.
“A boat?” John B asked.
“Yea a boat” JJ said.
“We could explore it,” Lyla said.
“Sounds fun,” JJ smiled.

They went under the water and went under the boat. Coming up to the surface for quick air before going back down to explore the boat. JJ found a few things that he thought John B would be interested in. Placing them in his pockets as he grabbed Lyla. She swam to him, wrapping her arms around him. He leaned in and kissed her under the water. She smiled against his lips before kissing him back. They went swimming from the boat to the surface but she got caught under the boat. The weight of the water made the boat shift and it started sinking lower. Her shirt was caught and she panicked trying to get free. Since the boat was sinking she couldn’t swim back inside to get air. She was trapped under the water.

“John B I got a few things I think you’ll like,” JJ said.
“JJ where is Lyla?” John B asked.
“She should be right behind me,” he said as he turned. “LYLA” He yelled.
“I think she might be trapped,” John B said.
“Hold on baby I’m coming,” JJ said as he jumped back into the water.

He swam further down as the boat was sinking. He found her and got her untrapped and helped her back to the surface. He swam back to the boat with her, helping her back onto the boat. John B grabbed her and laid her on the deck. JJ moved over top of her as he started doing compressions. He leaned down and gave her a breath before doing compressions again.

“Come on, I just got you back” he cried out.

He continued to do CPR hoping that she would wake up. Finally, she started to spit up water, gasping for air. JJ moved her to her side so she could breathe and not drown in the water. She finally sat up looking around confused. JJ wrapped a towel around her and wrapped his arms around her. Bringing her close to him as she held onto him. John B looked over the things JJ brought up to the surface. A few of the things belonged to his dad and he tried to figure out what they meant. They went back to the shore and called it a night. JJ wouldn’t let Lyla leave his side, he kept her close to him. They fell asleep at John B’s house as they normally do on a summer night. Throughout the summer they got closer to finding the treasure. It wasn’t all they did though, they would have bonfires and go to beach parties. Spend time in the water, learning how to surf.

“JJ can I ask you something?” Lyla asked as she sat next to him.
“Go for it,” he said.
“Take me dancing?” she looked at him.
“Wait what?” he asked.
“Take me dancing,” she smiled.
“Line dancing?” he asked.
“Sure why not” she chuckled slightly.
“I know a place, it’s a little ways away from here but I’ll take you,” he said.
“Sounds fun,” she said.
“Tonight?” he asked.
“Sure” she leaned over and kissed him softly.

He wrapped his arms around her and kissed her back. She gently pulled away and looked at him. Brushing the hair out of his face she leaned down and kissed him again. He smiled against her lips and kept the kiss. She pulled away and left John B’s house and went back to hers. She was getting ready for the night when she heard someone enter the house.

“You’re not welcome here boy,” her father said.
“I’m here to pick up Lyla,” JJ said.
“You heard me, you’re not welcome here,” her father said.
“I’ll wait outside,” JJ nodded.
“What point of you’re not welcome here DON’T you get. you’re not taking my daughter anywhere” her father said.
“Ok sir” JJ rushed out the door.
“Cheating bastard, you lucky you’re alive,” her father said as he followed JJ outside.
“What?” JJ asked.
“You broke my daughter’s heart when she saw you with that whore down the street,” her father said.
“DAD STOP!” Lyla ran out, getting between her father and JJ.
“Is that true Lyla?” JJ asked.
“We can talk about it,” Lyla said.
“Is that why you left?” JJ asked.
“We will talk about it later,” Lyla said as she got her dad to go back into the house.

JJ got into his truck and started to drive away. Lyla ran after him but it was no use, JJ was pissed and there was no stopping him. She sighed and went back into the house. Tears built up in her eyes as she looked at her father.

'YOU had no right to do that!“ Lyla said. "Who I DATE doesn’t concern you” she crossed her arms.
“You don’t talk to me like that, ” her father said.
“I will when you treat me like a CHILD, I’m not a child anymore,” She said.
“This is my house! My Rules” her father said.
“Well you can shove them up your ass,” she said. “I’m out of here,” she said as she left the house, slamming the door behind her.

As she walked down the street the tears slipped from her eyes onto her cheeks. Kiara drove up behind her, honking her horn to get her attention. Lyla turned around thinking it was JJ but she was relieved it was Kiara. Lyla got into the car and they drove back to John B’s place.

“Is JJ here?” Lyla asked.
“No he hasn’t come back, I thought he was with you,” John B said.
“It was a big fight at my place” she sighed. As she said those words JJ pulled up in his truck.
“Is Lyla here?” JJ asked out the window.
“She’s in Kiara’s car,” John B said. JJ got out of the car and walked over to Kiara’s car, opening the door where Lyla was.
“We need to talk in private,” JJ said.
“Yea,” Lyla said as she fought back tears. He offered his hand and she took it. He led her to the boat so they could be alone.
“Ok, so did you see me with that girl?” he asked.
“Yes,” she said.
“And you thought I cheated?” he asked. “Is that why you left?” He looked at her.
“Yes,” she looked down.
“I didn’t cheat on you that night, I was blowing off steam but never did it go anywhere with her,” JJ said.
“Ok,” Lyla said.
“Look at me,” JJ said as he tilted up her chin.
“I’m sorry JJ,” she said as the tears slipped out of her eyes.
“Hey none of that” JJ said as he hugged her to his chest. “We just have to figure this out,” he said.
“I thought you cheated so I broke things off and left” she sighed. “I didn’t mean to hurt you,” she said.
“I wish you would have talked to me about this before you left” he cupped her cheeks. “I would never hurt you,” he said.
“I love you JJ” she whispered.
“I love you,” he said as he leaned down and kissed her softly.
“Now come on, we have a date” he smiled softly.
“You still want to go line dancing with me?” she asked.
“Of course,” he said as he offered her his arm.

She grabbed his arm and he led her back to his truck. He invited the whole crew and they were down to try something new. They all got into JJ’s truck and they were off to the town over. They arrived at the place and JJ got out of the truck and rushed over to open Lyla’s door. She grabbed his hand and they all went in. Of course, they did not know how to line dance but they sure had fun learning.

“You have to go the other way, JJ,” she laughed.
“Nope,” he said as he grabbed her hand, spinning her right into his arms.
“Oh I like that,” she smiled.
“I knew you would,” he leaned down and kissed her.

As the drinks were flowing the good times were picking up. They stayed in a hotel room that night so there was no risk of getting into an accident. The next day they drove back into town and started the treasure hunt back up. They figured out where the treasure was at but unfortunately, someone beat them to it. The summer was coming to an end and September was there before they knew it. JJ was scared that he was going to lose Lyla again.

“So what’s your plan now that it’s September?” JJ asked.
“Well,” she took a deep breath in. “I got a job and I lined up an apartment,” she said. “I’m staying” she looked at JJ.
“You’re staying?” He looked at her. “for real?” he asked.
“Yes for real,” she smiled.
“Oh my god,” he said. He picked her up and spun her around, placing her back on her feet as he kissed her.
“What’s the good news?” John B asked.
“I’m staying,” Lyla said.
“Well welcome home” John B smiled and hugged her.

She didn’t know what the future held for JJ and her but she wanted to see where it would go. She patched things up with her parents but made sure they knew they couldn’t make decisions for her. This was her home and she wanted to stay, plus they had to figure out where the treasure was. Plus it was nice that she had her place to call hers and JJ could stay for as long as he wanted to. Which was all the time, he never wanted to go anywhere else besides being at home with her.

Type: One shot about JJ (Outer Banks)
Rating: Rated PG
Word Count: 2600+
Paring: JJ & Leah
Enjoy!

“How is Leah?” John B asked.
“She still hasn’t woken up yet,” Kiara said.
“And JJ?” John B asked.
“Still down at the station,” Pope said.
“What room is Leah in again?” John B asked.
“Room 102,” Kiara said.
“Someone should be there when she wakes up,” John B said.
“We will wait for JJ so we can tell him what room she’s in,” Pope said.

John B walked into Leah’s room and sat down next to her. Placing his hand on hers, just to make sure she knew she wasn’t alone. She started to wake up again and saw John B sitting there. She thought the worst, that it was JJ who got shot. She started crying and put her hands over her eyes.

“Shh, it’s ok,” John B said.
“Where is JJ?” Leah questioned.
“He’s down at the station right now,” John B said.
“Wait what?” Leah looked at John B. “He’s alive?” she questioned.
“Yes he is alive,” John B said. “Wait, you thought he was the one that got shot?” he questioned.
“I can’t remember,” she said. “Or I don’t think I saw it, I heard the shot but I kept blacking out,” she said.
“He will be here shortly,” John B said.
“I’m glad he’s ok,” Leah said as she wiped her face.
“We are glad you both are ok,” John B said. “Who was John?” John B questioned.
“He was my husband,” Leah said.
“Husband?” John B looked confused.
“It’s complicated and I don’t want to get into it right now,” she said.
“That’s fine,” John B nodded.

She laid her head back and looked up at the ceiling. She knew she would have to explain everything to JJ and she didn’t know if she was ready. She was released from the hospital before JJ could get there. He was still down at the station being questioned.  Leah declined to go with John B and the group, she just went back to the hotel room. Well, she couldn’t go back to her room but they did give her another room. She stopped by the room and asked if she could go in and get a few things. The officers allowed her inside but kept a watch on what she was doing. She grabbed her laptop and a few other things before going to the new room. She started looking up at train tickets and plane tickets. Trying to figure out where to go next. She heard a knock on the door, she placed her laptop down and went to the door. Opening it up and seeing that JJ was standing there.

“You’re ok,” she said as her tears slipped from her eyes.
“You’re ok,” he said as hugged her.  
“I’m so sorry” she covered her eyes as she cried against him.
“Shhh,” he rubbed her back as he kept her close to him.
“I should have never come here,” she said.
“It’s ok” he removed her hands from her face, tilting her chin up. “Everything is ok,” he whispered.  

She leaned up and kissed him softly, placing her hand against his chest. He held her close as he kissed her back. He pulled back slightly and wiped her eyes. Kissing her softly once more before grabbing her hand. Walking over towards the bed, sitting down on it. Pulling her onto his lap as she cuddled close to him.

“Why did you come back?” she questioned.
“To make sure your ok,” he said,
“I meant last night,” she said.
“Because I heard yelling,” he said. “I wanted to make sure you were ok” he looked at her.
“You should have just walked away,” she looked down.
“I would never walk away” he tilted her chin up to look at him.
“We just met though,” she said as she looked at him.
“And?” He questioned.
“To risk your life for someone you don’t even know,” she said.
“I’ll do it again, I have no regrets,” he said. “Plus I kinda like you” he smiled slightly.
“You feel it too?” she asked.
“Yea I do” he nodded.

She laid her head down on his shoulder as she played with his hand. He looked over at her laptop and saw plane tickets. He gently shut the computer down and held her close to him.

“Can I ask who that guy was?” he asked.
“John was my husband,” she said.
“Husband?” he asked.
“Yea it’s complicated,” she said. “But I left,” she said.
“Was he always abusive?” he asked.
“Not at first, just the stress of providing for us got too much for him,” She said. “I think we jumped into things too fast,” she sat up.
“How old is he?” he asked.
“He is 24” she nodded as she looked down. “It was kind of like an arranged marriage,” she said.
“Damn that’s crazy,” JJ said.
“My parents loved him, he was perfect until he wasn’t,” she said.
“Do your parents know that you ran away?” he asked.
“No and honestly don’t want them to know, ” she said.
“Well, they will when they tell his parents that he has passed,” JJ said.
“Ok,” she nodded.
“He can’t hurt you anymore,” he said as he kissed her cheek.
“I’m finally safe,” she said.
“Yea you are,” he said as he held her.

She snuggled close to him, laying her head back down on his shoulder. He laid back and held her close to him. They both started to drift off to sleep. Leah pulled a blanket around them both and snuggled back to JJ. She fell asleep against his chest. She started to remember what happened that night before. She started crying and screaming as she was having a nightmare. JJ pulled her closed and rubbed her back to calm her down. She went back to sleep against him as he watched her. He ended up falling back asleep.  Later on, Leah’s phone was going off so she woke up. Easing off the bed so she wouldn’t wake JJ up. She checked her messages and it was from her parents. They just found out about John’s death and wanted to know if she was ok. She quickly responded so they wouldn’t worry but then she turned her phone off. She wanted nothing to do with that world right now nor did she want to deal with it. She sat back on the bed easily so she wouldn’t wake JJ. She decided to order room service and set up a little picnic on the balcony. She placed candles around the balcony, Placed a blanket on the floor, and changed into a flowy dress. JJ woke up when he heard someone at the door.

“It’s ok, just room service,” she said as she answered the door.
“Oh,” he said.
“I made us a picnic,” she said.
“Really?” he asked.
“Yea I did” she nodded towards the balcony.
“It’s beautiful,” he said as he got up. “And you are as well” he grabbed her hand pulling her to him.
“Thank you,” she said as she wrapped her arms around his neck.

She led him out to the balcony. They sat on the blanket and started to eat. She watched him as he took a few bites.

“What?” he chuckled.
“Nothing,” she smiled.
“Are you sure?” he asked.
“Yea,” she said.
“Someone ordered chocolate-covered strawberries,” he said.
“They are my favorite,” Leah said.
“Oh really?” he asked as he grabbed one, placing it against her lips.
“Yea” she smiled and took a bite.
“You have chocolate on your lip,” he said as he leaned over kissing her softly.

She smiled against his lips before kissing him back. Pulling him closer to him, he grabbed her hips and pulled her onto his lap. She grabbed his shirt and kissed him. He placed his hands around her, rubbing her back as he kept the kiss. She pulled away slowly and grabbed a strawberry. Placing it against his lip as he took a bite. She quickly kissed him before the juices could drip from his lips. She started to feel him grow under her, she looked away.

“Hey, no rush” he whispered as he turned her chin back to face him.
“I’m sorry,” she said.
“No need to be sorry, it’s when you are ready,” he said.
‘Thank you, ’ she looked at him.
“I want you to be comfortable” he brushed his thumb against her lip.
'I appreciate that, ’ she smiled slightly.
“I just like being around you” he kissed her softly. She smiled against his lips and kissed him back.
“I like being around you” she whispered against his lips.
“Want to head to my place and get in the hot tub?” he asked.
“I didn’t see one last night,” she said.
“That was John B’s place,” he said.
“Oh sure” she said.  

She got off of his lap and cleaned up the balcony. He got up and grabbed her hand, pulling her inside the room. She smiled and closed the balcony doors before following him. They made sure the door to the hotel room was locked before leaving. He opened the door for her and made sure she was inside. Closing her door before making his way to the driver’s side, getting into the truck as well. They went back to his place and the crew was there waiting for JJ.

“Finally where have you been?” Kiara asked as she hugged him as he got out of the truck.
“I was with Leah,” JJ said.
“You could have texted us,” John B said.
“We fell asleep,” Leah said.
“So are you in trouble?” Pope asked.
“No, I’m not,” JJ said as he grabbed Leah’s hand.
“That’s good,” Kiara said. “But next time let us know” she pushed him slightly.

Leah excused herself as she went into the house and changed into a bikini.

“Stop it,” JJ said as he pushed Kiara back.
“What? Worrying about you?” Kiara asked.
“No not that, I just don’t want to scare Leah away,” he said.
“AW JJ has feelings,” Kiara said.
“Yea and I like her,” JJ said.
“Is she ok?” John B asked.
“Yeah she’s fine, thanks for staying with her at the hospital,” JJ said.
“She thought you were the one who got shot,” John B said.
“Are you serious?” JJ asked.
“Yea” John B nodded.
“Well thanks for staying with her,” JJ said as he entered the house.

He walked past the bathroom to get to his room when he saw Leah looking at herself in the mirror. He smiled to himself and leaned against the door frame, just watching her quietly. Leah fixed her hair and looked at herself in the mirror, seeing the bruises on her neck.

“Why am I even here?” she asked herself as she looked in the mirror. “I just get people hurt” she looked down as the tears started to build in her eyes.

She took a deep breath in and looked back up. Running her fingers through her hair and leaving the bathroom. JJ rushed into his room so she didn’t catch him watching her. She wrapped a towel around her before going outside. He finished getting ready and came outside. He came behind Leah and wrapped his arms around her, she didn’t know it was him so she jumped. Pulling away from him, accidentally hitting him.

“Don’t hit him!” Kiara said.
“Kiara don’t,” JJ said. “It’s an accident,” JJ said.
“No, she just hit you!” Kiara said as she stepped towards Leah.
“KI” Pope grabbed Kiara and pulled her back.
“I-I’m s-sorry,” Leah said.
“Come here,” JJ said as he pulled her to his chest. “Shh,” he said as he rubbed her back.
“Let me go, Pope,” Kiara said as she pulled from his grip.
“I scared her Ki, she didn’t mean it,” JJ said as he kept a distance from Kiara.
“I’m sorry,” Leah said as she cried against JJ’s chest.

He pulled Leah away from the group so they were alone. Sitting her down on the step and kneeling in front of her.

“Hey it’s ok,” JJ said as he wiped her tears. “I know it was an accident,” he said.
“I’m sorry JJ,” Leah said. “I didn’t know it was you, ” she looked down.
“I know and I’m sorry for scaring you,” he said.
“Maybe I should go,” she said.
“No, I want you here” JJ tilted her chin up slightly.
“All I do is hurt people,” she said.
“No you don’t, it’s just a rough week,” he said. “But it will get better” he sat next to her and placed his arm around her.
“I don’t want to fight,” Leah said as she started to play with his hand.
“Kiara is just protective but she will calm down,” JJ said. “Everything is fine,” he said.

She looked at him as he wiped her tears away. Brushing his thumb against her cheek. She leaned in and kissed him softly, he placed his hand against her chin and kissed her back. She rested her hand against his chest as she kept the kiss. He smiled against her lips as he pulled away slightly. Resting his forehead against her as he looked at her.

“Do you want me to stay?” she asked.
“Yes, I do want you to stay,” he said.
“Promise no fighting?” she looked at him.
“I promise I won’t let anyone mess with you,” he said as he stood up. Reaching for her hand.
“Ok,” She nodded and grabbed his hand.

He led her to the hot tub and helped her get in. He got in with her and pulled her close to him as everyone else got in. She was in front of JJ as he wrapped his arms around her, resting his head against her shoulder. She leaned back against him.

“Let’s play truth or dare,” John B said.
“Sure” JJ smiled.
“I’m sorry for earlier” Kiara said as she looked at Leah.
“It’s ok,” Leah nodded.
“These are my boys so I’m protective,” Kiara said.
“I understand,” Leah said. “I wouldn’t do it on purpose,” Leah said.
“Good,” Kiara said.
“Let’s play,” JJ said.
“Ok, Leah truth or dare,” John B asked.
“Dare” Leah smiled.
“Make out with JJ,” John B said.
“How did I know you were going to say that,” JJ said as he splashed John B.
“Fine,” Leah said as she turned to face JJ. Placing her hand against his cheek and kissing him softly. JJ smiled against her lips and kissed her back.
“Damn,” John B said.

Leah kept the kiss between them, resting her hand against his chest. He wrapped his arms around her, keeping her close. Pulling on his bottom lip as she pulled away from the kiss.

“Ok, so truth or dare Kiara,” Leah said as she turned around.
“Truth,” Kiara said.
“Is it true that you have feelings for JJ?” Leah said.
“Don’t ask that,” Pope said.
“Kiara,” Leah said.
“No I don’t,” Kiara said.
“I call bullshit,” Leah said as she crossed her arms.
“Excuse me?” Kiara said.
“You claim you don’t want a relationship with these boys yet get jealous when they get someone new” Leah said.
“That’s not true,” Kiara said.
“Ok, who’s next?” Leah asked.
“Truth or dare Leah,” Kiara said.
“Truth” Leah smiled.
“Is it true that you put JJ’s life at risk?” Kiara said.
“Low blow Kiara,” JJ said.
“Answer,” Kiara said.
“No, I didn’t put his life at risk,” Leah said.
“Yet last night at the hotel room,” Kiara said.
“Stop,” JJ said.
“I didn’t ask him to come back, he left the hotel and I went inside. He heard me scream” Leah said.
“Oh,” Kiara said as she realized she was in the wrong. “Sorry,” Kiara said.

Leah leaned back against JJ as he wrapped his arms around her. Kissing her cheek softly as she placed her hands on top of his. They continued to play truth or dare but Leah didn’t join in anymore. She just stayed close to JJ. After a while, they all got out of the hot tub. Leah went into the bathroom to change but JJ followed her in.

“Want to take a shower?” JJ asked. “To get warm?” He looked at her.
“Sure” she nodded as she looked at him.
“Alright,” he said as he turned on the water.
“Want to join me?” she questioned.
“Really?” He looked at her.
“Yea” she grabbed his hips pulling him to her. “Just no sex right now” she looked up at him.
“Ok,” he leaned down and kissed her softly.

They both got undressed and went into the shower. She stepped into the water and pulled him closer. Washing each other off before getting out of the shower. She grabbed a towel and started to dry off. He wrapped a towel around his waist and went into his room. She slipped on her panties and grabbed her shirt but he came back in with one of his shirts.

“Need something to sleep in?” he asked.
“Yea I do” she nodded as she grabbed the shirt, putting it on.
“Wow,” he smiled as he leaned against the door frame. “Looks better on you than on myself,” he said.
“That’s not true” she walked over to him. Leaning up and kissing him softly.
“Oh but it is,” he smiled.
“Where is the bedroom?” she asked.
“This way my lady” he grabbed her hand and led her to his room.

They laid down on the bed and she cuddled close to him. She traced patterns on his chest as he rubbed her back. Kissing her forehead softly as they stayed quiet. She looked up at him and she started to feel like she was finally safe. She was safe with JJ, she didn’t have to run anymore.

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.

Type: One shot about John B from Outerbanks
Rating: Rated PG
Word Count: 3100+
Enjoy!

She and her friends were always at the pool, getting tanned. She would never have thought that her life would change. Since her father was always the one that gave her whatever she wanted. Everything changed the day her father died. After the funeral, she was shipped out to North Carolina where her aunt lived. Her world was turned upside down and she hated every moment of it. She knew no one but at least it was the summer so she didn’t have to start a new school right away.

“You should unpack,” Becky said.
“Why?” Liz asked as she rolled her eyes.
“Because you are living here now,” Becky said.
“I don’t understand why I had to move across the country,” Liz said as she crossed her arms.
“Unfortunately since your father passed away, he wanted me to take care of you,” Becky said.
“I can take care of myself,” Liz said.
“We all know that but you are not of age so you need parental guidance,” Becky said.
“Well thank you,” Liz said as she rolled her eyes once again.
“Unpack your stuff and get settled, you’ll be here for a while,” Becky said as she left the room.

Liz sighed and laid on the bed, looking at her phone. She was missing home and missing her friends. Scrolling through photos as the tears slipped from her eyes. It just seemed like no one cared about what she wanted or how she was feeling. She finally put her phone down and started to put her stuff away. She grabbed a jacket and her phone as she left the house. Making her way down towards the beach. She made it to the shore allowing the water to flow over her feet.

“Dad I miss you” she whispered to herself.
“Go long John B,” Pope said.
“I got it,” John B said as he ran along the beach.

He was so focused on catching the ball that he didn’t see Liz standing there. He crashed into her knocking them both onto the sand.

“Watch it,” Liz said.
“Sorry didn’t see you there,” John said as he got up. Reaching his hand down to help her up.
“Thanks,” She said as she grabbed his hand.
“I’m sorry, have we met before?” John asked as he helped her up.
“No, I’m new in town,” Liz said as she brushed the sand off of her.
“I’m John B, and you are?” he questioned,
“I’m Liz,” she said as she looked up at him.
“Nice to meet you” he smiled softly as he looked down at her.
“You too,” She nodded.
“Are you ok? any injuries?” he questioned.
“No, I’m fine,” She said.
“Hey we are having a bonfire tonight, you should come,” he said.
“Sounds interesting,” she said.
“See you there?” he asked.
“Maybe,” She said as she turned to walk away.

He grabbed the ball and went back to his friends. She found another spot on the beach and sat down. Just watching the waves crash to the shore, from time to time she watched John B. She looked down at her phone realizing she had missed some texts and calls from her boyfriend. The text read that they needed to talk, she already knew a breakup was coming. She sent a quick text back saying it was over before turning her phone off. It was just another thing added to her things to be sad about. She hugged her knees to her chest as she felt the tears build up in her eyes. Allowing them to slip from her eyes onto her cheeks. She saw John B making his way over to where she was. She quickly wiped her eyes and looked at him as he finally sat down next to her.

“Hey,” He said.
“Hey,” she said.
“Why are you over here alone?” he questioned.
“I told you, I’m new here,” she said.
“But you could have come over to where we were,” he said.
“I’m not good at making new friends,” she said.
“We don’t bite,” he chuckled slightly.
“I hope not,” she said as she laid her head down on her arms. Still hugging her knees to her chest.
“Are you ok?” he asked.
“Yea just a rough few months,” she said.
“Want to talk about it?” he looked at her.
“Not really,” she sighed.
“That’s ok,” he said.
“You don’t have to stay over here, I’m ok alone,” she said.
“Now why don’t I believe that?” He asked.
“I have no clue,” she said.
“I love meeting new people” he smiled softly as he brushed the hair from her face.
“Well I’m glad I’m new,” she said.
“You should really come tonight,” he said.
“Will you be there?” she asked.
“Yea I will be,” he said.
“Then I’ll see you there,” she said.
“Good,” he smiled.  

She smiled as she stood up, as he stood up as well. They parted ways and she made her way back to her aunt’s apartment. Liz made her way to her room and sat on the bed. Looking through her messages again to make sure that she read the message right. Of course, her boyfriend sent more messages after she said it was over. She deleted his number from her phone and laid back on her bed.

“He’s an ass anyway” she rolled her eyes as she stared at the ceiling.

She sat up and grabbed her laptop out of her bag. Trying to see if her friends messaged her, but there was nothing. It was like they all forgot about her the moment she stepped foot on the airplane. She pushed it out of her mind and tried to focus on what was going on around her. She finally pulled herself from her laptop and started to get ready for the bonfire. She put on this cute romper that looked like a dress. Slipped on a pair of flats, messed with her hair a little bit.

“That should do it,” she said to herself as she looked in the mirror.
“Fancy date?” Becky said as she leaned against the door frame.
“No, just a bonfire, trying to get to know people,” Liz said.
“Nice, good way to meet people,” Becky said.
“Yea I should go,” Liz said as she grabbed her bag and left the house.

She started to walk towards the beach when a car pulled up next to her. She kept walking because she thought it was a creep trying to pick her up.

“Want a ride?” John asked.
“John B?” She stopped and looked at the car.
“Who else?” he smiled. “Jump in,” he said.
“My savior” she smiled as she got into the car.
“Can’t let a pretty girl walk alone” he said as he pulled off.
“Stop,” she said as she started to blush.
“Just telling the truth,” he said.
“Thank you” She looked at him.

He finally pulled into the parking lot and parked the van. He jumped out and rushed over to open the door for her. Reaching for her hand as he helped her out. She grabbed his hand and got out of the van. She followed him down to the bonfire, the sun setting. He introduced her to the crew and went to get them drinks.

“So new in town?” Pope said.
“Yea,” Liz said.
“Why here?” JJ asked.
“It’s complicated,” Liz nodded.
“Well John B likes you so whatever you need, we are here,” Kiara said.
“Thank you, wait, you think he likes me?” Liz asked.
“Clearly you two came together,” Kiara said.
“No we didn’t, he saw me walking and picked me up,” Liz said.
“He’s nice like that,” JJ said as he gave Kiara a look.
“Yea he is,” Kiara said as she rolled her eyes at JJ.
“What are you guys talking about?” John asked as he handed Liz a drink.
“They think you like me,” Liz said.
“Of course I do,” John said as he pushed JJ.
“Thank you for the drink,” Liz said as she walked away from the group.
“What did you guys say to her?” John asked.
“Nothing, just why she moved here,” Pope said.
“Kiara what did you do?” John said as he crossed his arms.
“Nothing, just that you liked her,” Kiara said.
“She’s not worth it,” JJ said.
“I’ll decide that,” John said.

Liz walked out to the bonfire and sat down on the log. Looking down at her drink before taking a few sips. Topper made his way over to where she was and sat down next to her.

“Why is such a pretty girl wasting her time with the pogues?” Topper asked.
“The what?” Liz asked as she looked at him.
“The pogues, the lower class,” Topper said.
“Why does it matter to you?” Liz asked.
“Just wondering. Clearly, you are new to town” Topper said.
“Yea and that has nothing to do with you or who I hang out with,” Liz said as she got up.
“Don’t be such a bitch” Topper said as he stood up.
“Stop being entitled,” Liz said as she threw her drink on him.
“Bitch!” Topper said.
“So is your mom for having you,” she said as she walked away.
“Excuse you she’s not a bitch” John said as he pushed Topper.
“She just threw her drink on me,” Topper said.
“Let’s be honest you probably deserve it,” John said.

John B went back to his friends and tried to enjoy the night. He kept thinking about Liz and started to wonder where she went. She wasn’t close to the fire nor anywhere that he could see. He grabbed himself another drink and started to walk down towards the shore. He saw her walking along the shore, he ran to catch up with her. He stayed in silence and walked behind her, not knowing if she wanted to be bothered.

“Next time it won’t be a drink, it will be my fist,” She said as she turned to see who was behind her.
“It’s just me,” John B said as he held up his hands.
“Oh, sorry, I thought you were that jerk back there,” she said.
“Yea Topper is a jerk,” John said.
“Yea” she rolled her eyes. “Why are you all the way down here?” she questioned.
“I was looking for you,” John said.
“Why?” She looked at him.
“Because I invited you here, it’s not cool for me to ignore you all night,” he said.
“It would be fine if you did,” she said.
“Why do you say that?” He stopped her from walking.
“Because” She shrugged.
“I want to be around you,” He said.
‘Thanks for making me feel welcomed" she said.
“My friends are right, I do like you,” he said.
“I kind of already knew that,” she smiled gently.
“You did?” he asked.
“Yea because I like you too,” she said as she looked away.
“Hey” he spoke softly as he tilted her chin back to look at him.
“I’m shy when it comes to my feelings,” she said.
“That’s ok, it’s cute,” he said.

He placed his hand against her cheek as he moved closer to her. Resting his other hand on her hip, she rested her hand against his chest. He leaned down towards her, allowing his lips to touch hers. She hesitated for a second before kissing him softly. He smiled against her lips as he kissed her back. She pulled away slightly and rested her forehead against his. He wrapped his arm around her waist keeping her close to him. She wrapped her arms around his neck as she leaned up kissing him again. He placed his hand against her neck as the kiss started to get more intense. He pulled away when he heard his name being called.

“Maybe you should head back,” she said.
“Come with me,” he said as he grabbed her hand.
“Sure” she smiled as she laced their fingers together.

He leaned down and peeked her lips softly before heading back to the bonfire. They sat down by the fire and she leaned her head against his shoulder. He wrapped them up in a blanket as the wind started to pick up. Coming from the water it started to get cold. She stayed close to him, wrapping her arms around his waist.

“You two are pretty close,” Pope said.
“Yea we are,” John B said as he kissed her forehead.
“That happened quickly,” JJ said.
“Mind your business,” John B said.
“Why are you so defensive?” Kiara said.
“I’m not being defensive,” John B said.
“I just hope it works out for you,” Pope said.
“Thanks,” John B said.
“I’m going to go get something to drink,” Liz said.
“I’ll go with you,” John said as he stood up.

They went inside the beach house and made their way into the kitchen. She put ice in her cup and poured herself a drink. He stood behind her, wrapping his arms around her waist. Leaning his head against her shoulder. He grabbed a piece of ice and rubbed it gently against her lips. She giggled softly as she turned to face him, kissing him softly. He giggled against her lips before kissing her back.

“What do you want to drink?” She asked.
“You” he smiled as he kept her close to him.
“John B” she giggled and peeked his lips softly.
“I’ll just drink some of yours,” he said.
“Alright,” she said as she pulled away from him to grab her drink.

Before they could leave the beach house it started to rain. Everyone was rushing to get out of the rain. John B grabbed her hand and ran out into the rain with her. Grabbing her hips pulling her to him, she wrapped her arms around him. He brushed the hair from her face and kissed her softly in the rain. She kept the kiss between them until she had a flashback. Her and her ex used to do this in the rain back home. She pulled away from John B and started to walk away, he grabbed her arm but she pulled away. She grabbed her bag and started to walk away from the beach. He rushed behind her trying to figure out what was going on but she wouldn’t stop walking.

“Stop,” John B said as he grabbed her arm.
“Let me go,” She said.
“What happened?” he asked as he tried to put his hand on her chin but she pulled away.
“I just want to go home,” she said.
“Let me drive you at least,” he said.
“Fine,” she said.

He led her back to the van and pulled off from the beach. He didn’t know where she lived so he drove around until the rain got too intense. He pulled over and turned the car off, turning to face her. She was looking out the window, he reached over and gently took her hand into his. She looked at him but then quickly looked away as she fought back tears.

“Did I do something?” He broke the silence
“No,” She said.
“What happened?” he asked.
“Just a memory,” she said.
“I’m sorry,” he said.
“My ex and I used to kiss in the rain” she looked down. “He just broke up with me today,” she said.
“I’m sorry Liz,” he said.
“It’s for the best, he’s an ass anyway but the memories are still there,” she said.
“I understand,” he said.
“Come here,” he said as he got up and moved to the back of the van.
“How?” She smiled slightly before getting into the back of the van with him.

He pulled her close to him and wrapped a blanket around them. She rested her head against his chest as they started to talk. She finally opened up and told him why she moved. They stayed in the van and talked for hours until she started to drift off to sleep. He leaned back and kept her close as he also fell asleep. She woke up once the sun started to peek through the window. She gently shook him as he started to wake up, she cuddled back to him. He smiled and kept her close to him as she checked her phone.

“Morning” he whispered.
“Morning” She looked up at him.
“Sleep well?” he questioned.
“Yea I did but I think we are in trouble” she nodded towards his phone.
“It’s fine,” he said as he flipped his phone over.
“My aunt texted me so many times,” she said.
“Do you need to go?” he questioned.
“Not yet” She snuggled closer to him.

He kissed her forehead and just held her close to him. She didn’t want this moment to end but she knew that she needed to get home. She finally pulled herself from his arms. They got back upfront and he drove her home. She walked inside and knew she would get questioned. Her aunt wasn’t home so she quickly texted Becky saying that she was home and that her phone died last night. She laid back on her bed and ended up falling back asleep. Later on, she woke up and Becky was back home. Liz thought Becky would question her but Becky didn’t. They were sitting down eating dinner when someone knocked on the door. Becky answered the door and John B was standing there.

“May I help you?” Becky asked.
“I was looking for Liz,” John B said.
“Who is it?” Liz asked as she went to the door. “Oh hey,” she smiled as she saw John B standing there.
“Who is this?” Becky asked.
“This is John B, John B this is my aunt Becky,” Liz said.
“Nice to meet you,” John B said as he reached out his hand to shake Beckys.
“You too,” Becky said as she shook his hand.

Liz grabbed John B’s hand and led him into the house. Making their way to her room, Liz closed the door behind them. She sat on the bed with him.

“It’s not really decorated,” Liz said.
“That’s ok, I just wanted to see you,” he smiled. “Didn’t have your number” he looked at her.
“I’ll fix that,” she said as she grabbed his phone, putting her number in it.
“So what were you doing?” He questioned.
“Just eating” she looked at him.
“Oh,” he nodded.
“Want to go out and do something or just watch a movie? ” she asked.
“We can watch a  movie and just relax,” he said.
“I like the sound of that,” she said.

He leaned back on the bed as she moved between his legs. Laying back against him as she turned on the tv. They quickly found a movie to watch. He wrapped his arms around her and just relaxed on the bed. Becky came down the hallway and opened the door, to make sure they weren’t doing anything. Becky left the door open as she walked away. Liz didn’t mind because they weren’t doing anything anyway. She felt safe with John B and felt that should be herself with him. Maybe moving here wasn’t as bad as she thought.