Making Up and Hanging Out

Hailey's P.O.V

It was the end of the school day. I had not seen or heard from Avery, which means I have been worrying all day after what happened. I hope he has not been expelled because of me. I decided my best option would be to go straight to his house and find out. I was glad to be away from the place, let's say the lie I told Joshua spread like wildfire. I have been called a slut more than once. The irony of it, it was one of Mandy's friends that called me it who has slept with nearly every guy in our grade including Avery and Joshua. I ignored her before I said something I would regret. I headed out of the school gates, going to head in the direction of Avery's.

"Hey kitten, did you miss me?" I heard a familiar voice from beside me.

"Where the heck have you been? Why did you not text me back? I have been worrying about you all day. What happened?" I asked like a crazy woman.

Avery laughed, pulling me into his chest and hugging me.

"You do care. I am fine, I only got a warning. My battery died; that's why I never texted you back." He whispered, looking down at me.

"You never got expelled? Thank God for that." I said, managing to give him a small smile.

I cut him out of my life for ages did I not? Like what a day and a half? I cannot stay mad at him after he stuck up for me that way.

"Hailey, I am really sorry about Saturday. I acted like a complete asshole. You never deserved that. I never meant any of what I said to you, Dane is a good guy. I had no right going off at him either. Can we go back to being friends, please? I have missed you, got used to seeing you every day." He said softly, giving me his best puppy dog eyes.

"Okay, but this is your last chance, Avery," I said sternly.

"Okay, thank you." He said, kissing the top of my head.

He pulled away from me, standing against the wall.

"Where are you off to anyway?" He asked.

"I was on my way to your place to make sure you were okay." I replied.

"Awww, how sweet. Do you want to hang out? Go to my place and watch a movie?" He asked hopefully.

I nodded, smiling at him. He wrapped his arm around my shoulder as we headed to his house.

"I heard something interesting at school today." He said, trying to hide his smirk.

I knew what he meant but decided to play dumb.

"You did? Anything exciting?" I asked.

"Apparently, I took your virginity over the weekend. How drunk was I?" He laughed, "I am sure I would remember something like that."

I felt my face turn red, making me look at the ground. I could feel him watching me, waiting for a response.

"Sorry. Joshua was all in my face, annoying me, and pissing me off. He asked if I was sleeping with you and I told him, yes to shut him up." I said nervously, chewing on my lip.

"It is fine. I do not mind if it pisses Joshua off. You know we could make that a reality if you like." He said the last part with a cheeky smile on his face.

"Shut up," I said pushing him.

"I'm only messing with you kitten." He laughed.

I stuck my tongue out at him laughing too. I still want to know why they hate each other as much as they do. All I know is it has to do with Avery's best friend. If he wants to tell me he would, I guess. A comfortable silence came between us, but I had a feeling he wanted to ask me something.

"What is on your mind? I can tell you wanna ask me something." I said, looking at him.

"When is your date with Dane?" He asked quietly.

"Saturday," I replied trying not to sound too excited.

"Cool. Does that mean we can't be kissing buddies now?" He pouted at me making me giggle.

"Don't know. Ask me again on Saturday night." I shrugged.

"Until then? Because that's still five days away." He laughed.

"Avery shut up." I giggled prodding his side.

"Hey, a guy needs to know these things." He said, hands in the air.

"I am sure you have plenty of girls to kiss and do whatever else with." I giggled.

"I guess." He shrugged.

Something was not right here. Why doesn't he seem to like that idea? It seems to be one of his favorite things to do in life, hook up. I looked at him raising my brow. He gave me a small smile and shrugged. I decided it would be better to leave it at that. We soon arrived at Avery's.

"Hailey!" Christie said excited rushing over to hug me.

"Hi Christie," I said, hugging her back.

She seemed okay today, which I was glad of and by the look on Avery's face, he was delighted to. Once she pulled away, her attention turned to him.

"The school called. What happened?" Christie asked softly.

"Sorry. He was sticking up for me. My ex was getting a little handsy and rough." I said, embarrassed.

"Oh, sorry sweetie. I am glad to know my son had your back." She smiles.

"Always." He said, smiling at me, making me blush.

Avery and I sat with his mom having a quick bite to eat, giving her some company.

"We were gonna watch a movie if you want to join us." He smiled at her.

"Thank you, but it is okay. You two go to your room and watch a movie. I have soaps to catch up on." She smiled, "But Hailey, come and say goodbye before you leave." She added.

"Of course I will." I smiled, giving her another hug.

We headed to his bedroom, I have never been in it, so it is the first time. I was surprised when I saw it. It was very tidy and decorated nicely. I was expecting it to be a mess, posters of naked girls everywhere and painted black or something.

"Don't look as surprised. I am a clean person, even though I am a teenage boy." He laughed.

"I was expecting naked girls and pornos." I laughed.

"Naked girls on my walls, no…pornos, well that is some thing else." He winked.

"Ewww," I said disgusted at him, making him chuckle.

What is it with guys and pornos? Are they all perverted? I could never watch one, even the thought of it makes me squirm. I should've known he would have some. I do not also want to know what he does when he's watching them. Well, I guess I know but that is an image my pure, innocent mind does not need a big no-no.

"Get over it. Make yourself comfortable. I'm gonna grab a quick shower then I'll be right with you. Pick a movie and please no chick flicks. My eyes can't cope with watching another one of them." He laughed, stripping down to his boxers as he did.

I made sure my eyes were looking at everywhere except him and his half naked body. I do not need him using that as an excuse to tease me thank you very much. I need to behave because I have a date on Saturday and looking at Avery that would feel a little wrong. I was glad when he disappeared for a shower. I went to look through the movies he had, trying to find something to watch. I swear every second DVD was a porno… Yuck! I decided on the Lethal Weapon box set. I love myself some Lethal Weapon. I put it in the DVD player, making myself comfortable on the bed, waiting for him to come back.

"What crap did you choose?" He said, appearing a towel around his waist.

Do not look, Hailey. Do not look; I kept saying to myself. I failed miserably because my eyes found their way to his body, trailing it for a moment before pulling away.

"Lethal Weapon box set." I said, smiling widely at him. "You have too many dirty movies. I think you need to see someone about that." I added laughing.

"Don't lie do you wanna watch them all with me." He winked.

I grabbed one of his pillows, throwing it out his face laughing.

"Honestly though, good choice of a movie." He laughed.

I gave him my best dorkiest smile, nodding my head. I made myself comfortable, looking away as he started getting changed into some clothes. I do not need to see him completely naked; thank you very much. Once he was dressed, he made his way over to me, laying down next to me.

As soon as he laid down next to me, he pulled me close to him. He wrapped his arm around me tightly, and I shifted. I snuggled close to him, resting my head on his chest. I listened to his heartbeat in his chest. It soothed me hearing it made me smile. His fingers was in my hair, playing with it as he hit the play button on the movie. I do not know if he realized he was doing it.

"I missed you." He said in a whisper.

I looked up at him, giving him a shy smile.

"I missed you too," I said shyly.

He reached down, stroking my cheek softly. I closed my eyes, moving into his touch. I felt him inching closer to me, he's hot breath tickling my cheek. I swallowed hard, expecting his lips to press against mine. Instead, he pulled away sighing, not saying a single word, turning his attention back to the movie. What is wrong with him? Maybe it was because I have a date with someone he knows on the weekend. I decided to let it be. I never wanted any more arguments or drama. I sighed, pulling away from him, turning my attention to the movie too.

"You okay?" He asked.

"Yes, fine," I said giving him my best smile.

He seemed to believe me, and it got dropped. Maybe it was for the best.