"What?" I ask into the room, dumbfounded.
What the hell is going on?
I was ready to slip into the land of nothingness and unconsciousness goddamnit.
"Those are bullet holes in the wall." Callan repeats as if I haven't heard a him.
I look to Aiden for help.
I hope my look says 'what the actual fuck is my boss doing here, talking about bullet holes in walls in the middle of the night
?!'
"He's right." Aiden answers and I throw my hands in the air.
"That's not what I'm confused about!" I groan "what's my boss doing here?"
"Yeah, please don't call me that." Callan says and I roll my eyes.
"Hey guys have you seen Eli? He-" Theo walks in, rubbing the sleep from his eyes, but he stops short as he sees us all standing here. And when he spots Callan his eyes grow wide. He smirks "to what do I owe this pleasure?"
When no one answers he rolls his eyes and addresses Aiden "what is your handsome brother doing here?"
I try smother my snickers because it's really not the time for laughing right now.
I need to know what the hell is going on.
But then I look at Theo again, and I can't help but chuckle at his confused expression.
"Didn't you hear the scream? Or the glass shattering? Or maybe Eli's barks?" I ask.
"Oh you know where Eli is?" He asks in return "and no I actually didn't hear any of that, I was having a personal concert. But what screams? Was there a murder?"
I put my hands on my face and groan.
Ugh I wanna go back to sleep.
"You okay love?" I look up at Aiden, give him a reassuring smile and nod.
He kisses my forehead his arm around my shoulders.
Callan looks at us with interest, but he also looks a bit weirded out if I'm being honest.
"I don't know how this could've happened. This is the safest neighborhood." Aiden begins and he really looks troubled.
I wanna try and help him find out what just happened but I still find it strange how Callan just showed up here.
Not that I think he had anything to do with the bullets but it's still weird.
I mean I don't know him that well, but from what I do know, I'm sure he's a good person. He's grumpy most of the time, but deep down he's good.
I don't think he knows but I noticed that every morning he walks down the street to give the homeless people a warm breakfast.
"Can we rewind for a second?! Once again, what the hell are you doing here Callan? Or am I missing something, and it's normal for you to randomly show up here in the middle of the night?" I ask.
Aiden and Callan both sigh.
I look at both of them.
I step away from Aiden and glare at him, he frowns.
"He was just supposed to pick something up that's all. It's just a coincidence that he was here right at this moment."
And what was he supposed to pick up? I wanna ask but I won't push him now.
We can talk when we're alone.
He won't open up with anyone here anyway.
"Guys I'd really like to go back to bed, so if someone could tell me where Eli ran off to that would be greatly appreciated."
I sigh "I think I saw him running into the direction of the kitchen." Well I hope it was the direction to the kitchen.
"Thanks Azzie." Theo says and walks off.
"Soo?" I ask uncertain. What am I supposed to say or do?
"It's late, we should think about it tomorrow. The area was already checked so we're safe." Aiden turns to whisper to me, "I'd still like for you to sleep with me tonight." I raise my eyebrows and Callan does the same because apparently Aiden can't whisper properly.
"In my bed I mean. Of course." I snicker.
I'm tired and I know arguing with Aiden is pointless. When it's about my safety, there's no room for discussion with him lately.
So I nod.
"And you," Aiden addresses Callan and sighs heavily "you can get a room."
"No thanks brother."
I look at him "but it's really late, why won't you stay? You can run off again first thing in the morning."
He sighs as well and I wonder how I didn't realize that him and Aiden are half brothers at the beginning.
Sure it's obvious they only are half brothers but I'm also not able to overlook their similarities anymore.
Appearance of course, their straight nose, the defined cheek bones and the muscular but lean body type.
All from their father.
At least one good thing that they got from him.
But it's also their posture. The way they move. The way they look around the room.
Like one one is trustworthy.
Like they hate everyone.
Sibling goals.
"Okay."
Aiden shows Callan to his room, and then he takes my hand and walks to his room.
"Do you want me to sleep on the couch?" My gentleman asks of course.
"No it's fine." He looks at me and I nod "really."
I get into the bed and Aiden lays down on the opposite side.
Am I supposed to say something?
Should I turn around?
Is he facing me right now?!
While I'm still debating what to do, I feel Aidens arm come around my waist as he pulls me towards his hard chest.
"Is this okay?"
"Yep."
"Are you okay?" He asks while taking a deep breath.
"I'm fine. What about you?"
"Me too, I'm sorry if you were scared. I just want you to know that I'd never let anything happen to you."
"I know Aiden."
He gets quiet and I look at him over my shoulder.
He's grinning.
"Aiden?"
Dimples.
He has one on both sides?!
Surprises everywhere.
"Hm?"
"Thank you."
He looks into my eyes and kisses my temple.
He pulls me even closer and my breath hitches as I feel his erection poke into my ass.
He clears his throat.
I'm horny without an outlet.
And I'm stupid.
So-
I push back into him and he groans.
And fuck fuck fuck.
That sound.
"Az." He almost moans and I remember hearing him in the shower and I'm getting turned on even more.
He softly kisses my neck and I gasp at the contact.
Very very slowly the arm on my waist starts moving downward.
I know I'm already fucking wet and ready.
My pussy pounds like a second heartbeat.
I feel like I can't breath with the anticipation.
His hand moves under the waistband of my pajama.
But then it stops moving.
I make a noise in my throat, unable to contain it.
He chuckles.
"Do you want me to touch you Azalea?" He whispers into my ear and I shudder.
"You want me to make you come?"
I nod enthusiastically.
"Words Az."
"Yes. Yes, please. Touch me." My voice comes out breathless.
His hand moves lower.
So close, so close, so close
I can't wait anymore. I can't-
Finally his hand finds the place where I want it most.
He cups me and groans.
"Az you're dripping."
My heart is pounding.
I wouldn't be surprised if he was able to hear it.
His hand stays still.
"Aiden please." Apparently I'm not above begging.
Finally finally, it feels like I could cry, he parts my lips, moves his thumb to my clit and he starts rubbing.
I arch my back, feeling him hard at my back.
My breaths comes out fast.
He continues kissing my neck.
His fingers move to my opening while he's still touching my sensitive clit.
It feels so good.
So good good good.
He enters me with one of his fingers and I can't help but moan.
"Fuck Az. If you won't stop with those sounds I'm gonna come in my pants."
He puts another finger into me and pushes them in and out.
He reaches my g-spot and I moan.
"Fuck Aiden, fuck fuck fuck."
I'll come if he won't stop.
"Please don't stop!"
He starts moving his hand even faster.
In and out.
He licks my neck.
My core clenches.
So many sensations.
"You feel so fucking good on my hand Az just imagine how you'll feel around my cock-"
His dirty mouth gets me over the edge.
"Aiden! Fuck fuck fuck."
I think I'm seeing stars.
He doesn't stop moving his hand.
I clench hard around his fingers.
I bite my lip to stop myself from making any more embarrassing noises.
This orgasm feels like forever.
Sensation after sensation swarms me.
Finally I come down from my high.
I slump back into him.
Holy fuck-
I'm out of breath.
He pulls his fingers out.
My clit feels sensitive and swollen.
I feel myself twitch from the aftershocks.
I turn around to face him as he brings his fingers to his mouth.
My eyes widen.
He licks his fingers like my juices are the best thing he ever tasted.
"Fuck, you taste like heaven."
He has to stop because I'm already dripping again.
I move my hands towards his waistband but he stops me.
I look into his eyes questioningly.
"This was about you."
Oh.
I mean, not that I'm complaining.
But doesn't he wanna get off?
"Maybe some other time. You should sleep now." He whispers and kisses my temple.
I cuddle into him and he puts his arm around me once more.
I feel him still being hard against my thigh but he doesn't make a move on it like he said.
He just wanted me to get off.
I close my eyes and breathe in his scent.
Damn I needed this.
"Good night lux mea."
I'm unconscious within seconds.
~
I wake up and feel fucking amazing.
I think I never felt this rested.
Not even at the cottage in the forest, where we were practically doing nothing.
I open my eyes and look around the room.
But it's not mine.
I look at the bare walls and the colorless room in general.
I never noticed how sad Aidens room is.
There's not one personal piece here except for a tiny picture of him and his mom on his nightstand.
My room looks more like someone's living in it, and I've been living here for only two weeks or something.
Aidens been living here for a lot longer.
I look to my left, where he lays.
He looks so peaceful when he's sleeping.
For once there's not the crease in his brows that seemed to be permanent.
I blush as I remember what we've done yesterday.
My cunt is a little sore, so I know it definitely wasn't a dream.
I can't believe we did that.
I shake my head, to clear my thoughts and quietly get up.
I get into the bathroom, pee, brush my teeth and wash my face.
And when I look presentable I walk out of the bathroom and notice Aiden still being asleep.
I walk towards his closet and take out a hoodie and some pants.
They're both much too big but I like it.
I especially like being wrapped up in Aidens scent.
I look at the clock and what?!
It's 8 am?
How is that possible?
I never wake up this early.
I walk downstairs into the kitchen, where Callan stands making himself some coffee.
"Morning." I croak, my voice still raw from not using it.
"Good morning." He grumbles.
"I thought you'd already be as far away from this place as possible, at this time." I'm a little bold talking to my boss like this but it feels natural, don't even ask me why.
"Don't worry, as soon as this ridiculously expensive shit coffee machine made me my coffee I'm out."
"Oh okay." Um.
"So do you have any clue what that was yesterday?
"You should ask Aiden about that." He says and turns back to his coffee machine.
Got it.
Jerk.
I take an apple and walk towards the big ass couch and plop down.
Just then Theo walks in with Eli strolling behind him.
"Eli!" I squeal as he comes running towards me.
Theo went to the vet with him, and to our relief he didn't have a chip or anything. Even though I think if he did Theo would've ran away with him.
And even better news were that he's completely healthy, maybe a little light but Theo is already working on that.
The doc also said that he should be around 6 months old.
I pick Eli up and kiss him.
"Hey cutie." He cuddles into me "how is he?" I ask Theo.
"He's doing very good. He's nearly completely potty trained."
"Good, because otherwise he wouldn't be allowed here." Aiden comments as he joins us.
He walks up to me, takes a bite out of my apple and kisses me on the cheek.
"Hey. Take your own apple."
"But I want yours." He smirks.
Mister is in a good mood.
Theo immediately notices and raises his eyebrows at me, grinning.
But then his gaze turns serious.
"That better be a joke. Leave Eli alone."
I know Aiden acts like he can't stand Eli, but he has a soft spot for him.
"Gotta go." Callan says and we all turn to look at him, standing there with a coffee in his hand, looking good with his white shirt and black pants.
He really is handsome.
But I mean, of course. He's related to Aiden after all.
"I'll see you later boss." I tease and he rolls his eyes.
He leaves and we all eat breakfast.
"So what are we going to do about yesterday?" I ask and it looks like Aiden chokes.
My cheeks heat up as I think about why he's reacting like that.
"I mean the bullets!"
Theo looks between us two like we're crazy.
"Nothing."
I look at him like he's stupid.
"What do you mean nothing?! Someone shot down your windows, and I don't think it was intended to only get those! You have to call the police Aiden!" I was already shocked, they didn't call the police immediately yesterday.
"Az, the police won't do anything to help us."
I look to Theo for help.
But he disappoints me by saying "Azzie he's right. You don't know how corrupt our parents can be. And the police won't do a think to stop them if there's money for them involved." I often forget that Theo and Aiden grew up together.
"So what? We're acting like nothing happened? What if it happens again? I don't wanna get shot?!"
"And you won't! I told you, nothing will ever happen to you Azalea. I'll have to speak to my father."
Immediately I worry.
I didn't wanna believe Aiden but what if-
What if his dad really is a freaking psychopath and he is responsible for the shooting.
"But is it safe?"
"He's having a celebration at his company because of its 20th anniversary. I can talk to him then. He's not dumb enough to do something to me while there're so many people present."
I'm having a bad feeling about this.
"And when?"
"Next Friday." He answers.
"Isn't that also when there's the football game?"
"The celebration begins at 6 pm so I'll be fine."
"I'll go with you." Theo and Aiden both immediately shake their heads.
"No way."
"Why not?"
"It's dangerous."
"Aiden! You just said he won't do anything then, if that's true then you shouldn't be worried."
He sighs "okay but you stay with me or Theo the whole time. Oh and stay away from Damien." He grumbles.
And I think back to his cousin. He was good looking yeah but as soon as he opened his mouth I almost puked all over him.
He's a piece of shit.
"No worries there."
"Will there be at least food if I have to go?" Theo complains and Aiden rolls his eyes.
~
My shift at the Café is pretty uneventful just like the rest of the week at school.
I checked in with mom every day, she's actually doing better and I'm so glad I could cry.
C is doing great as well. We both can't wait for get to come back home.
I spend most of my free time with Aiden and Theo.
Aiden and me also go on a drive every evening.
With the car of course.
He said it's too dangerous with the bike,because it's snowing and it's also freezing as hell, so I'm fine with it.
We mostly hear music very loud and shout to it.
It's my highest of every day.
I love seeing Aiden so alive.
Today is Friday and I'd love to be excited for the football game but I'm more scared because of what comes after.
I promised Aiden to wear his number at the game so I put it on and then me and Theo are on our way.
Aiden is already there.
I meet him at the changing room and Theo goes to find us something to eat.
I like his priorities.
"Good luck!" I tell Aiden as he pulls me into a hug.
After a second I put my arms tightly around him and nuzzle into his chest.
"Thank you love. We'll meet at the car after the game yeah?"
I nod and he kisses my temple.
I watch as he walks onto the field with his teammates and before I turn around I see Tristan wink at me.
Ugh.
I find Theo already seated food in his hands while he flirts with a couple.
They both look a bit annoyed, but Theo doesn't notice.
I chuckle and slap his hand.
"Stop flirting with couples Theo."
"Leave me alone. I can look for a threesome if I want to." I snort and he glares at me.
I roll my eyes and look down at the field as the game begins.