AN: So, I was going to wait to start posting to this story till I was done with posting all the chapters to The Journey, but I got so far along in writing this one that I figured I would give you this little additional taste. That way you get a bit more back story. I will do quite a bit of time jumping back and forth, so I will warn you about that now. However, I think you will find that it adds something. Also, the chapters will be a bit shorter. At least in the beginning. Look at it this way...probably means that when I get going with posting that I will be quite consistent. :) Enjoy!
How this all started
"Come on, Burgess. Please?!"
I should have known better than to allow that plea to sway me. I really should have, but when my big teddy bear of a former partner actually resorts to begging….. I will never win. I also should have known when Atwater offers to pay for coffee at my favorite coffee shop that he wants something. Something big. A favor. I will also apparently never learn.
"Why do you want me there? Won't I cramp your style?"
"Naw. In fact, Alex would really appreciate it, if you did go. You know. Means the homies won't be taking me to any of the less classy establishments."
Alex is Atwater's new fiancé. Obviously. She's awesome. Sweet, funny, and totally head over heels in love with Kevin. I am so happy for him I could burst, but that doesn't mean that I feel that I should be subjecting myself to a weekend full of boys. In Las Vegas of all places. Not so sure about that.
"You mean that she would feel better knowing that they aren't dragging you to too many strip clubs. OR that you don't want to go to those places, but want to use me as an excuse."
Kevin is actively nodding his head as he responds, "Exactly."
"Which one?"
"Which ever will get you to come."
How could I say no to Atwater? I mean really. Plus, he was using Alex on me. I would probably feel the same way in her shoes. However, there was still one little problem.
"Is Adam going?"
I watch as Kevin seems to be avoiding my gaze. He licks his lips and then answers my question.
"Yeah, he's going. Are you two seriously not adult enough to tolerate each other for one weekend?"
I go to open my mouth, but Kevin interrupts me.
"Don't give me the I'm fine, but you're worried about him, bull shit. Can you seriously not suck it up for one weekend?"
I roll my eyes and try to blow some of my hair out of my face. Yeah, I'm like a Disney princess. Gotta show that I'm caving with dramatic flare.
"I'll be there."
Atwater gets up from the table and pulls me into a big hug.
"That's my girl. Alright, I'll text you all the info."
Oh, he did that. Airline info, hotel, planned itinerary. Apparently, Kev's brother was super excited about this trip. He had planned just about everything including going to see Cirque's Michael Jackson show. I'm not sure if this was all cover, so that Alex would not be the wiser, or if it was legit. I guess I am going to find out. Mandalay Bay has always been a hotel that I have wanted to check out. You wouldn't think so, but I've already been to MGM Grand and the Bellagio. Flight Attendant. You trade flights to get the good routes when you want to take a vacation. Nice job perks, but anyway. I paid my money to get in on the trip, so I guess I'm getting my opportunity.
It's a couple weeks later on Friday afternoon and I am pulling my carryon behind me. Yes, I can pack a full weekend into my carryon…. flight attendant. I will not have my luggage get misplaced for just a long weekend. I told Kev that I would meet him and the guys at the airport. As I make my way up to the gate after going through security, I can feel my stomach clinch. There is Kevin with his brothers, his friends, and Adam. I take a deep breath and plaster my best smile on my face as I prepare myself for a weekend with a bunch of boys.
Oh joy. Let the fun begin.
