Chapter 2

It was now 11:30 PM. We had been standing at the end of the road for 20 minutes. I was about to hide in case that was one of the ranch hands when Jennifer spoke.

Jennifer: Hannah, don't worry that's them. JD said they were almost here when I got off the phone with him.

Jennifer said as she slid her phone into her purse. JD's mustang was behind Tim's truck when the truck stopped in front of me with its windows down.

Michaela: Hey girlie are you ready to go? (Michaela said from the middle seat in Tim's truck).

Me: Yes, see you at the club Jen. (I said as I climbed into the truck).

Jennifer: Ok, see you there. (Jennifer said as she climbed into the mustang).

Me: Michaela did you forget something at home? Like your phone.

Michaela: Oh yeah, oh well.

Me: Not oh well Michaela. I called it and asked where you were not knowing your dad answered. Now he keeps calling me, and he will probably call my dad then I'm dead. He will have Ace & Buck out looking for me and Jennifer.

Michaela: I'm sorry. (She said with a sad face).

Me: It's ok that means I need to act like this is my last night of freedom.

I know that the guys won't let anything bad happen to us girls. They are kind of like our big brothers in a non-creepy way.

Tim: Don't get to carried away, Hannah.

Tim pulled into the club parking lot.

It was now 12:10 AM. It took us 40 minutes to get to the club.

Me: I won't.

I unbuckled my seatbelt and hopped out of the truck. Famous last words I though. When Tim, Michaela, JD, Jennifer, and I arrived the rest of the group was already there. Except, my boyfriend who couldn't be here because he is working. My boyfriend is Derek Hale he is 19 years old. Also, Derek is a police officer. We have been secretly dating for a year now. Since I was a freshman and he was a senior. I know being 16 and him being 19 is an age difference but it doesn't really matter because we love each other. He treats me well, and he respects me. The only people who knows that we are dating are my friends, and Derek's Uncle Peter. Peter doesn't care that were dating because we make each other happy. So that's all that matters. When I got out of the truck we all greeted each other even though we saw each other over two hours ago at the football game that was over at 10:00 PM. We of course won the football game, because we usually do.

Me: Who's ready to party.

I got a lot of cheers. A few minutes later it was about to be my turn to head into the club. Most of my friends had already gone in except Jennifer, JD, and I. I was standing in front of them waiting in line. Suddenly, I felt someone put their hand on my shoulder. The thought going through my mind was oh crap Ace or Buck, but that couldn't be it because Jennifer would be yelling at them. But maybe she was too busy talking to JD that she didn't notice or maybe they didn't notice her because of how she is dressed. Then I thought maybe it was Michaela's dad, but I would have heard his motorcycle. Also, wouldn't he be with some of his friends? Probably not this early in the morning, unless Opie Winston who is Cassidy's dad or Tig Trager who is Lyla's dad noticed they were gone. Or maybe Jax called them asking if Lyla and Cassidy were home because Michaela wasn't. Why wasn't anyone saying anything. Were they to mad to speak? Suddenly, they took their hand off my shoulder. I turned around to face them. To my surprise I was looking into the angry face of my boyfriend. I looked around to see if anyone was watching, but no one was. The only people outside were the bouncer, JD, Jennifer, Derek and I.

Bouncer: Do you want me to check your ID's really quick? (The bouncer asked Jennifer and JD)

Jennifer: Hannah. (Giving me a look that was asking if I ok) Do you want us to wait for you?

Me: No, that's ok. Go ahead and go in guys I'm fine. I will be in shortly.

Jennifer: Are you sure?

Me: Yes.

They went over to the bouncer and had their ID's checked and then they went into the club.

Me: What are you doing here Derek?

Derek: I could ask you the same question.

Me: I asked you first.

Derek: I was driving by when I saw Jennifer and JD so I figured you might be here. You know you're not supposed to come to places when I'm not with you because I can't protect you. Also, why are you dressed like that?

Me: I like this outfit.

Derek: Hannah, it's very revealing.

Me: I know that's why I like it. I mean if you got it why not flaunt it.

Derek: Because something bad could happen to you.

Me: It won't because the football players will be protecting us.

Derek: I know, but I worry about you.

Me: I know, but I will be ok.

Derek: Ok. Also, what would you do if the cops bust the club up, and check your ID. That's if they don't know who you are which most cops do because of your family. Then your dad is going to get a call from an officer and he's going to have to come get you and he is going to be so angry. Or they might get an officer to take you home. Or they could haul you to the station and book you.

Me: That's won't be a problem my ID says my name is Sarah Watson, and that I'm 25. (Laughing)

Derek: Don't joke Hannah this is very serious. You can't lie to the cops.

Me: I know.

Derek: Just be careful, ok.

Me: I will, I promise.

Derek: I have to get back to work, but I love you. (Kissed my forehead)

The bouncer was watching but we didn't care.

Me: I love you to.

I turned around and headed to the club entrance. I handed the bouncer my ID. His name tag said John. John handed me my ID back.

John: Have a nice night.

Me: Thanks, I will.

I looked back and Derek was sitting in his cop car. I guess he was waiting for me to go in so nothing bad happened to me. What a good boyfriend looking out for me. When I went in I saw his cop car pull out of the parking lot and drive off. It was now time for me to join my friends. No matter where we go we always have a buddy system. After a few drinks and a lot of dancing we left the club at 2:30 AM. They closed at 3 AM anyway. We went to Tim's house to sober up. We went to Tim's house because he doesn't live with his parents because they left a long time ago, and went their separate ways. Tim's older brother Billy raised Tim, so he wouldn't have to go to a foster home. Billy doesn't care if we come over because he likes having us around, and sometimes we clean the house. It's also a nice place to hang out without having someone nagging you. When we got to Tim's house it was 3 AM. We watched TV for a while and everyone fell asleep before 4:30 AM.