falling for you

chapter 7

Dylan's pov.

damn sitting across from Emma now I can't take my eyes off of her. she's absolutely beautiful, her hair is falling framing her face. she's in a simple yet beautiful dress that hugs her curves but she doesn't look slutty. and to too of off her make up isn't caked on.

I've noticed every now and then when I make a simple comment she will blush and look away as if she's unsure if I'm being honest.

I'd seen her a couple more times at the bakery, even though I knew out date was this weekend I couldn't stop myself for popping in for some " coffee".

mark had told me some about her long relationship with her ex and she'd opened up some. he obviously took her for granted thinking she'd always be around. his lose because I see her, I see she's something special and with a guy like me I know I've gotta just hold on if I can.

I'm a few years older than her but she doesn't seem to mind and she sometimes still jokes about me reporting things back to her brother. we're friends but hopefully she knows anything she says to me stays between us.

" I am so sorry. I tend to eat when I'm nervous"

she says her cheeks once again turning the adorable pink as she pushes away the mozzarella sticks we'd ordered.

I shake my head smiling at her

" eat up. but no need to be nervous trust me you've already got me hook line and sinker, it's me who should be nervous"

honest I am nervous but definitely don't want her to see how nervous.

we made small talk throughout dinner and once I walked her to her door hand in hand I just want to pull her in my arms, but this is a first date and her dad's in that house some where I've gotta show respect for the both of them.

at the door she turns and looks up at me through her lashes

" I had a great time tonight Dylan".

I brush some hair from her face letting my hand rest on her cheek gently before looking her in the eyes asking for permission. she doesn't pull away or say no, so I let my lips fall on hers and I'm in heaven.

Emma pov.

it's been a few days since my date with Dylan.

the date was fun, I enjoyed talking to him and getting to know him we had a lot more in common than I ever expected.

he even helped me look at a few houses for rent and he didn't get bored or act like it was burden the whole time, he gave good advice.

I found one I loved and I'm waiting to hear back from the landlord if I got it or not.

the first kiss we shared was good, he was so gentle with me as if I'd break. but I didn't get the same passion same sparks as I did when Corbin had kissed me. but I also didn't let that get to far into my head, he didn't deserve it considering he kissed me then ran. plus it's still really new between Dylan and I so the sparks and passion may come.

we've shared a few kisses here and there and any time we're around each other he's holding my hand which makes me happy.

" so are you excited to move into your new place?"

Casey asks me breaking me from my thoughts. we're curled up on dad's couch just watching TV and catching up while Miley sleeps upstairs.

" I really think I am. I'm nervous to be all alone. the offer still stands for you guys to come in also"

she rolls her eyes at me

" you know you'd get tired of us"

I lay my head on her shoulder as I grab a hand full of popcorn

" just think about it please and don't ever think I wouldn't won't y'all around"

she doesn't actually reply but I feel her nod softly

" Soo how's s*x with Dylan?"

she asks making my face turn bright red as she laughs.

" we haven't even gotten that far"

she rolls her eyes again

" girl what are you waiting for? he's super into you and sweet"

I shrug we've just been hanging out getting to know each other, he doesn't really pressure me or act like that's even on his mind "

she giggles

" and by any chance are you still comparing him to Corbin "

I put my hand over her mouth looking to make sure my dad hasn't come back down stairs all the while she's laughing

" I'm not comparing. ugh! I don't know Dylan is nice and he makes me feel safe.."

I trail off as she grabs my hand giving it a squeeze

" but he isn't" she uses her hands " forbidden "

I groan shaking my head

" look I'm not even going there I'm gonna continue to hang out with Dylan because we do get along nice And maybe just maybe I will feel the sparks "

she pulls me in for a hug as my phone chimes

I get it off the table smiling

" see things like this make me happy to have him around "

I say to her as I show her the text message

Dylan - hey beautiful girl I know you said you were hanging with Casey tonight but since I'm about to go on for the night shift I can drop y'all some food if you don't mind. xo

I know I'm smiling like an i***t and so is Casey

" you know now that I think of it I am hungry. maybe a pizza?"

I laugh at her nodding. it'd be nice to see him for a moment.

me - you really don't have to. BUT if you want to we definitely wouldn't mind a pizza. xo

Dylan - your wish is my command. be there soon. xo

I sit back down sighing. see he makes me happy so I'm putting Corbin out of my mind. he doesn't deserve to even be there after running of the way he did.

Casey agrees but thinks there's more to it than he letting on.

not long after the door bell rings and my dad pokes his head out of his study

" who is that so late?"

" Dylan offered to bring us a pizza on his way into work"

he smiles real big before nodding his head at me

I make my way to the door and realize I'm in comfy shorts and a baggy tshirt.

I look in the hall mirror and my hair isn't to bad thrown up. I guess it'll have to do considering he's at the damn door.

when I open it he's looking handsome as ever in his uniform smiling as he holds a single flower and the pizza.

" you are really to much"

I say as I take the flower from his hand giving him a small kiss on the cheek.

" told you your wish was my command baby"

I lead him into the kitchen where he sets the pizza down.

" sorry I look such a mess we've just been lazy binging movies all day"

he gives me a big beautiful smile as he takes my hands pulling my body into his

" you look absolutely beautiful"

his lips are on mine as we share a kiss. it's short and sweet and goodness dominant it to last longer to see how it'd feel

he pulls back resting his forehead on mine

" alright I've gotta get going. you girls be good, don't wanna have to come back for y'all"

I chuckle

" yeah we definitely don't want that"

I walk him to the door and he gives me one more kiss before he goes to leave

" you be safe".

he turns giving me a sly wink

" always am baby. always am."

and with that he's gone and I'm stuck standing in the door way like an idiot

" someone is definitely interested. damn he looks good in his uniform"

I gasp as Casey startles me coming up behind me

she chuckles and I flip her off

but I can't help agreeing the uniform is very nice

....

Corbin pov.

my head spinning and my stomach is doing flips and definitely not in a good way.

sage and me just got done f*****g but before that I'd popped a few of the uppers, but I've been drinking just about all day. or should I stay I haven't actually been sober in.. well I don't know how many days now. any ways after we f****d a laid down and took some more, trying not to lose my high to the pain that's in my leg. but I guess I've over done it.

I rush to the bathroom tripping over her things as I throw my face in the toilet and lose all the liquid in my stomach. I say liquid because we haven't been eating much either.

" f**k!" I scream and she giggles

" it'll be better soon just hang tight."

I roll my eyes at her. she is absolutely no help not that I would want her help.

after a while I throwing up I make my way to her couch and throw myself down while she curls up naked at my side.

I know she's high also. I need to do something to get myself back on track, I need to stop going down this road and soon.

I'm brought from my thoughts when my phone rings

seeing it's mark I groan a little, given my current state Ive been avoiding him, and Mama.

sage rolls her eyes and tried to take the phone but I snatched it back

" f**k off" I grit out

" he's gonna ruin your high"

I push her off of me answering the phone

me-hello?

mark- hey man how are you? I went by the shops but Jim said you haven't been in

me-uh yeah I've been under there weather

mark-oh bro I hate to hear that. I hate that I'm even calling now

me- no, no it's fine everything okay?

mark- yeah, yeah uh Emma's moving into her own place this weekend and I was just wondering if you wanted to help me and Dylan move her things?

my heart is thumping in my chest with jealousy

me: she's moving in with him??

I know my voice isn't calm because sage turns her head quickly looking at me now interested in my conversation.

mark chuckles

mark: no man she's moving into her own house she decided it was time.

I throw my head back taking in the information.

me: okay yeah bro I'll help you out just text me the details

mark: I will. & I'll see you then.

we say our goodbyes & I hung up my phone closing my eyes

" so little miss perfect is moving out of daddy's house?"

I can hear the sarcasm in her voice

" just shut up sage you don't even know her"

she rolls her eyes at me

" ya know what I'm gonna need a pick me up in order to deal with this and you so why don't you go see if your guy has anymore?"

she smiles but then pouts

" I don't have anymore cash babe"

I roll my eyes at her I get up and grab my wallet handing her some cash

she squeals kissing my check

" I'll be back babe"

and with that she's out the door.

I took a shower trying to make myself feel human. my thoughts keep going to Emma and mark I feel like as soon as they see me they are gonna know I've been f*****g up.

I throw on my shorts and I shirt when I head the door slam shut

" baaabbee"

I groan she sounds so excited for whatever reason. I've really gotta get away from her

when I walk into the living room she's pushing things off her small table and throwing a few baggies down, I carefully look it over. coke.

" sage I didn't say I wanted that"

I grit out. pills is one thing but coke, hell that's bad and I'm not looking to get into trouble

" I know silly but he didn't have any more uppers but he did have this, said it was good. and I've had it before it'll be fine"

she shrugs as if it's no big deal.

I shake my head at her

" I've gotta draw the line some where sage"

she huffs

" oh come down just give it a try and you'll see it's not bad"

I think over my options. I need to be able to help Emma, I need to look like I'm not in pain. but I also don't want to do this for the first time before helping her, so maybe a test run to see how I react wouldn't be such a bad idea.

I wipe my hands down my face. f**k it I don't have anything to lose.

..

I found myself sitting beside sage while she snorted her line and I followed. the burn was pretty bad but the high was pretty quick. she giggles Beside me

" told ya it'd be fun now let's just enjoy"

mark is gonna f*****g have my head I'd he ever find out about this. after this I'm done, I'm out I'm going home and getting myself cleaned up. I might not can have Emma but I know my mama doesn't need me wasting my life away in this apartment with this chick.