It Comes In Three's

Chapter 89

Lottie’s POV

I skip down the staircase, feeling a rush of excitement for my first day back at cheer practice! ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

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Bonu

07:5

It had been three days since my house warming party, and I hadn’t even seen Anna since then! Key wanted to take her away to a fancy spa hotel for a couple of nights which only meant that we couldn’t have our daily catch ups until she got back

It was fine though I guess, since Kev is a good guy and makes Anna happy, so he can have her all to himself for a day or two from time to time!

I reach the bottom of the steps, seeing Allex coming into view as he eyes me steadily–standing in his work polo shirt and slacks,

“Where the fuck are you going dressed like that doll?” He complains, folding his arms across his chest as he squints at me slightly causing me to laugh

My outfit consisted of a pair of black booty shorts and an orange sports bra… typical cheer practice wear… but to Alex, it wasn’t enough coverage clearly!

“It’s my practice wear! I have my first day back at cheer today!” I chirp, twirling around jokingly in– front of him as he continues to glare – completely unamused

“Go and put something else on Lottie – that’s ridiculous – I’m not even at the school anymore to look out for you either Alex states bluntly, causing my smile to drop from my face.

“W–What? Not I bought these sets specifically for cheer Alex! I want to wear it!” I argue back, liking how the combo looked.

Since joining cheer last year with Anna, I found a new love for it. Cheer had helped me grow as a person in more ways than one – especially in my body confidence. I was comfortable in my own skin these days and it felt good showing off the areas that I wouldn’t dare to before….

“You could at least take it with you in your bag and wear it only in the gym! That way I’m not fucking paranoid all day knowing you look that damn good!” He grunts, pulling a slow hand down his face in agitation

“You don’t have to freak out on me Alex! I think pretty much every guy at school knows that I’m off limits these days! Half of them don’t even make eye contact with me in fear that you’ll find out!” I state, knowing it was true, as he simply rolls his eyes.

With that, I hear the toot of Anna’s car from outside–signifying that she was here to pick me up – as I lean over to grab my bag.

“You don’t even have to go to that shit school anymore! You can drop out now doll, I’ll take care of you! Alex continues the argument, following me to the door, as I sigh and turn on my heels to face him again.

*Alex I like school! I never liked it back in my old town but I enjoy it with Anna! I have cheer too which you know I love! If any guy does or says anything inappropriate I’ll tell you ok? All of the girls wear stuff like this I’m not going to stick out to anybody anyhow!” I ramble, placing both of my hands on either side of his stubbled face–feeling his jaw tense under my touch as he eyes me cautiously

“You better tell me! I find out everything whether I’m there or not doll! I’ll pick you up at three and over my dead body will you be leaving the house dressed like that tomorrow morning you’ve been wamed!” Alex commands, before kissing me passessively–which I respond to.

I kiss him back, enjoying the moment, before pushing lightly at his chest to put some space between us.

I almost forgot that Anna was here….

“Ok I have to go!” I giggle, as he nods slowly and releases me from his embrace allowing me to open the front door,

“Don’t forget to text me… or [1] tum up there and give you the biggest shown up ever doll… I mean it!” He threatens playfully, still meaning his words nonetheless, as I laugh over my shoulder– shrugging him off.

During my months of being with Alex, I learned just how to handle his tantrums and cold nature. I knew that deep down he was harmless, well he was with me at least, and that he would never intentionally hurt me in any way, shape or form.

I wave one last time to

him, before climbing into the passenger side of Anna’s car–grinning and hugging her across the seat excitedly.

‘I missed you!” I announce, as she laughs at my dramatics.

“It’s only been three days!‘ Anna laughs, as I pull back and allow for her to start up the car.

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07:5

That pink and purple set is super cute on! Alex totally flipped out on me for wearing this one! He almost made me go change if I hadn’t rushed out of there like I did.” I tell Anna as she cackles at my dilemma, driving off in the direction of the school.

Anna’s own cheer set was the same as mine, however her shorts were purple and sports bra pink. Alex seriously didn’t believe that all of the cheerleaders wore these to practice…

He f

freaks out because he loves you… he’s probably feeling the insecurity sinking in now that he’s not at the school anymore too! He can’t keep watch on you twenty four seven now!” Anna speaks her thoughts with a chuckle as I nod in agreement.

That’s exactly what I think it is!

“Yeah definitely! But he’s the one who decided that he didn’t need school anymore! That doesn’t mean that I have to leave too!” I laugh, as Anna smilles and focuses on driving.

“But I guess with him dropping out, it’s actually worked in my favour considering the businesses he’s started up and the house he’s built for us! I can’t complain!” I add, giving him credit for everything he has achieved over the past year due to dropping out.

He was right… he didnt actually need school in order to succeed…

“Very true! The man is way smarter than I give him credit for! The three of them are!” Anna admits, causing me to laugh.

That they are!

“It’s weird not having any of them at school now! They just hang out at Alex‘ real estate office every day which we still haven’t been to see yet either by the way!” Anna adds, as I think on her words.

Alex runs his own real estate company now, having converted a large office complex in the South of town. Sure Tve seen many of his properties, but I haven’t actually been to the office building – seeing him in action – how he manages his growing staff team who mostly consist of his trusted group.

“I’ll have to ask him to take us one day! It would be good to see what they actually get up to over there! I laugh, as Anna nods at my words – pulling into the school grounds

“Speaking of the three of them, what’s gotten into Del these days? Clara didn’t even look in my direction at your house warming – but I prefer it that way!” Anna questions, taking her time on parking up the car.

“Well, Alex was telling me some pretty messed up stuff about Del and Clara! I know there’s more to it though, but he won’t budge yet. I begin, the gossip bursting out of me in waves having not seen Anna since the party.

Her interest is suddenly piqued, as she parks successfully, cutting off the engine before turning to face me fully now

“What do you know?! I knew something was off with them!” She pushes, as I nod knowingly.

“Clara is awful to him Anna! Don’t tell anyone that I told you this stuff, but Alex told me she even slapped him!” I rush out the fact, watching the rage fall over Anna’s features as she drinks in my

words.

“SHE SLAPPED HIM? ON THE FACE?!” Anna fumes, as I nod frantically in confirmation – still in disbelief of the incident myself

“Who does that hoe think she is?!” Anna gasps loudly, as I hold a hand up to pause her in her rant.

“It gets worse Annal Apparently, she even pressed a cigarette into his hand whilst he was driving – burnt him with it and he nearly crashed the car!” I stutter out, with the same unsettling feeling returning to my gut.

Anna’s mouth opens and closes for a few moments, her eyes wide and completely caught off guard.

“I will kill that bitch! That’s abuse! Who the hell does she think she is? Why hasn’t Del dumped her already?!” Anna rages, speaking my thoughts exactly.

“That’s what I said! Alex just said that it’s complicated, and that he can’t tell me much more at the moment but he’s trying to help him through it! My

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Chapter Da

voice is low, saddened by the situation that our friend had wound up in.

I don’t know what’s fully going on with them… but I hope he fixes it soon….

The school bell rings out, officially announcing our first day back, which starts with four straight hours of cheer practice!

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Bonu

07:41

Anna sighs, as we both climb out of the car, deciding it was best to leave the heavy conversation behind… we would find out the truth soon enough!

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