When the motorcycle finally stopped we were in front of a cobblestone building that had neon lights and signs on it and loud music pouring out of it. Randy got off the motorcycle, then extended his arm to me, which I shakily took. "Don't worry Rowan," he told me "We'll be fine, just loosen up and live a little."
"Oh yeah going to a heavy metal club is a great way to stay alive" I said sarcastically.
He laughed and said "You'll see."
We went over to the door which was being guarded by a big scary looking guy with tattoos and a giant red mohawk. "Randy!" he said "Where the hell have you been hiding?"
"Here and there," he replied "Like usual."
The bouncer laughed, then looked at me. 'Who's your friend Randy?" he asked.
"Brock this is Rowan" he told the bouncer.
Brock looked me over again and said "She looks kind of young."
"Brock do you really think I'd be hanging with a girl who's too young to party hard?"
"True. All right go in and have fun."
He opened the door for us and in we went, the smell of beer, vomit, and sweat hitting me. I gripped Randy's arm tighter as he led me through the crowd of people. "You thirsty?" he yelled over the music.
"Yeah" I yelled back.
"Then follow me."
He led me up some stairs and over to a row of cushions that were covered by curtains. "They're alcoves for privacy," Randy explained "Close the curtains and no one will bother you."
"Why are we here?" I asked.
"You'll be in one while I get the drinks. I don't want to risk having some creep trying to lure you away."
"I'm not that stupid to go off with someone I don't know."
Randy looked into my eyes and said "You did with me."
"That was different-" I began.
"Forget it," he said, pulling the curtains back on one of the alcoves "Stay in here and I'll be back."
I got in and Randy left. I shifted uncomfortably, nervously looking around. I shot a glance over at the alcove next to ours and froze up at what I saw. Two people were having sex in there! "Oh my god," I whispered "I have to get out of here!"
I got out of the alcove and looked over the railing, spotting Randy at the bar. I ran down the stairs and pushed my way through the crowd to the bar. Just as I was about to reach Randy I felt someone grab my arm and I was being jerked back. I looked up into the eyes of a scary looking guy with tattoos and way too many piercings. He looked me over and licked his lips with a forked tongue. A forked tongue! That so isn't right!
"Damn girl," he said "You look tasty enough to eat."
"Let me go creep!" I yelled.
"No need to be that way sugar. I can show you a good time."
"No thank you. I'm here with someone."
"Well he's an idiot for leaving you alone. This place isn't safe for pretty girls like you."
"Go to hell!"
He pulled me closer and said "Princess you just asked for it. You're coming with me."
He began to pull me away and I screamed louder. Just then I heard Randy yell "LET HER GO!"
The guy dropped my arm and took a step back, his eyes wide with fear. I turned to see Randy walking over toward us, his eyes blazing and his jaw clenched. He looked so angry... it was scary. He stood next to me and glared at the guy who stammered "Ra- Randy I'm so- sorry, I- I didn't know she was yo- yours."
"Well now you know," Randy said "Now get lost before I punch your lights out."
The guy ran off and I breathed a sigh of relief. Before I could say a word Randy grabbed my arm and dragged me out of the club. When we got outside he let me go and I leaned against the wall, breathing heavily. He looked at me, his eyes flashing with anger. "I told you to stay in the alcove!" he yelled.
"I'm sorry!" I wailed "But I was scared and the people next to us were having sex and it made me uncomfortable so-"
"So you get yourself into a dangerous situation?" he yelled "Rowan do you know what would have happened to you if I hadn't showed up?"
Tears filled my eyes as I nodded and whispered "I'm sorry."
"Sorry doesn't cut it! I thought you were smarter than this! Do you know how guilty I would feel if something happened to you?"
I broke down into sobs, covering my face with my hands. I felt Randy's arms around me and I put mine around him, burying my face in his chest. "I'm sorry too," he told me "You said you wanted to stay home and I pushed it."
I shook my head and said "I should have listened. If I would have, this wouldn't have happened."
"But I should have-"
I pulled away from him and said "We're both to blame Randy."
"But I'm responsible for you and your actions" he whispered.
I looked at his face, he looked... haunted. I made him face me and said "I'm responsible for me and my actions, not you."
He looked into my eyes and said "It would hurt me if something bad happened to you. Rowan-"
He cut off, pulling me to him and kissing me passionately. My eyes widened and my heart started pounding. Randy wove his hands through my hair, pulling me closer. I barely had time to think or react before he pulled away, his face pale, his eyes wide and breathing heavily. He looked at me, a look of fear on his face. "I need to get you home" he told me.
"Randy-"
"Home. Now."
I bit my lip and nodded, following him over to the motorcycle.
When we got back to my house I looked at Randy and said "We need to-"
"Go inside Rowan" he told me.
"What?"
"Go inside Rowan."
"Why? We have to talk about-"
"No we don't!" he snapped "Now just fuckin go inside! Please!"
I glared at him and said "Not without an explanation."
"I don't have one. Now just go inside and let me go home!"
"That was my first kiss" I whispered.
He looked at me, then looked away. "Just go inside Rowan," he whispered "Please."
"When will I see you again?"
"You won't."
"But-"
Randy got on his motorcycle and looked at me "Good-bye Rowan," he said "Don't get into any trouble."
With that said he drove off, leaving me all alone.
I don't understand...
What happened?"
Talk about confusing!
He kisses her, then says she'll never see him again!
What do you think is running through his mind?
What do you think is running through her mind?
All will reveal itself in time!
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