Hey guys, this is chapter 6. Sorry for the wait, I have been in the countryside for 4 days with no wifi
I have tried to write this as quickly as possible, while maintaining the quality of my writing.
This chapter I have written on Microsoft Word so apologies if the format is any different.
While I was trying to write this, my wifi kept cutting out so I've written it like 3 times :(
Disclaimer: I am not Veronica Roth, therefore I do not own Divergent.
Enjoy!
Four pov:
I watched her as she took one last glance at me before she went to the kitchen to start the pancakes. Last night was possibly the best night sleep I have ever had, with Tris curled in my arms. Quickly throwing some clothes on, I followed her light footsteps heading towards the kitchen.
When I walked into the room, I immediately spotted Tris. She was reaching for a bowl that was way too high for her to reach and she was stretched on her tippy-toes with the massive shirt she was wearing riding up to just under her butt. I caught a glimpse of her black lacy underwear before Tris heaved a sigh and seemed to deflate. I chuckled.
"Do you need any help?" I asked smiling. She turned around with her hands on her hips.
"How long have you been standing there?" She questioned, a grin curling her lips up.
"2 minutes." I answered while walking over to her and grabbing the bowl she was trying to get, which earned me a mumbled 'thanks' from her.
Together we got out the ingredients and started cooking. A sweet-smelling aura wafted through the house and we heard Uriah shout.
"PANCAKES OH. MY. GOD."
He thundered into the kitchen with Zeke in tow. Marlene, Shauna, Christina and Will soon followed them, rubbing sleep from their eyes and smoothing down their bed hair. I looked at Tris and was surprised to see she was already watching me. We grinned that we were the cause of these reactions.
"OKAY, everyone what type of pancakes do you want?" Tris yelled above the noise of everyone saying good morning to each other.
"CHOCOLATE CHIP" Uriah, Zeke and Christina screamed while high-fiving one another.
"MIXED BERRY" Will and Shauna yelled and smiled at each other.
"PLAIN" Marlene yelled and we all looked at her. "What? I only like maple syrup and you can't really put that in a pancake." Tris nodded in understanding while turning around to add the ingredients.
"What do you want?" She quietly asked me as the noise level rose again.
"What do you think?" I replied smirking.
She glanced up at me, "You seem like a chocolate chip person."
I grinned, "Correct."
I continued to watch her movements as she cooked the pancakes and served them to everyone on plastic plates. We ate them slowly, savoring the taste of this amazing breakfast. Once the last person finished, Zeke and Uriah seemed to have a silent conversation before nodding and walking over to bow down in front of Tris. She looked down with confusion etched on her face.
"On behalf of thy group, we would like to thank you jolly good lady, for cooking us thy pancakes." Zeke spoke with a medieval accent and Tris laughed.
"It's okay, I'm glad you enjoyed them." She said, grinning, and then shrieking in surprise as Zeke and Uriah lifted her up onto their shoulders. The brothers looked at each other and nodded, before setting off in the direction of the back door to their house.
Marlene, Shauna, Christina and Will followed, giggling like they knew what was going to happen. I trailed after them eagerly.
"Guys, I know you know what's going on. Tell me. Now." I demanded.
Will snorted, "Last night while you guys were asleep, we made a plan for Zeke and Uriah to throw Tris in their pool. You're too scary, and she's really light. So we decided on her."
"Oh God, this is going to end badly." I muttered, remembering the last time Zeke did something to Tris and her punches at the gym.
I watched Tris' face carefully as different emotions flitted across it. Pride, then suspicion, then confusion, then curiosity… and finally horror as Zeke and Uriah walked out the back door and to the edge of the pool.
"Guys…" Tris said warily, "what are you doing?"
"This." Uriah replied happily and him and Zeke launched her into the water.
Tris emerged with fire in her eyes and a scowl on her face. Her wet hair was plastered to her scalp and hung like dreadlocks around her face. (She still looked stunning). I clamped a hand over my mouth to keep myself from bursting out in laughter. I was feeling very sympathetic of the brothers.
"You... you evil rats!" Tris said with rage clearly evident in her voice. "10 seconds."
"Ten seconds to what?" Zeke and Uriah asked in fits of laughter.
"To run."
Tris pov:
I ran after those two idiots. I chased them around the outside of the whole house until we reached the pool again and they had nowhere to escape to.
"FOUR!" Uriah screeched, "Save us from your crazy soon-to-be girlfriend!" This only made me madder.
I cornered them so their backs were against the fence separating their house from the neighbor's. I decided that I would go for Uriah first since he made that little comment. Walking up to him slowly, I kneed him in his 'delicate spot' and pushed him over into the dirt. I turned to Zeke to see his face was contorted and he looked scared. I smirked and kicked him in the balls and he fell over into the dirt himself.
Turning back to the rest of the group, I saw that Will and Shauna were on the ground laughing while Marlene and Christina had tears streaming down their faces, giggling uncontrollably. Four just stood there grinning, (looking very hot). I smiled and strode inside to get myself cleaned up without another word.
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I walked back outside in new clothes- black tights and a blue loose t-shirt. My hair was still wet and hung around my face lankly. All the couples in our group- Zeke and Shauna, Uriah and Marlene, Will and Christina- were sitting on the deck chairs making out. I jumped as Four came up behind me and spoke.
"Thank God I was seriously 7th-wheeling."
I laughed and turned around to face him, "Well now we can be left out together."
He grinned , "Yep. Anyway I was wondering if you wanted to leave now and work on our project- I know we already had plans to, but we can escape this." He gestured to the rest of our group and then reached up to scratch the back of his neck. He seemed nervous.
"Sure, let's go now." I said and smiled at him. Relief washed over his face and he returned my smile.
"HEY GUYS!" Four yelled at everyone, "TRIS AND I ARE LEAVING." They showed no sign of hearing us so we turned around and walked back inside, through the hallways and out the front door.
"Are you okay to ride my bike?" Four asked. I felt my palms get sweaty and butterflies filled my stomach.
"You want me to ride your death trap?" I asked skeptically.
He laughed and said, "Are you alright with that?"
"Sure."
Four just nodded and handed me my helmet which I slipped on my head and buckled up. He sat on the front of the motorbike and patted the back. I walked forward and sat where he indicated I should.
"Hold on."
The bike shot forward with a start and I gasped and wrapped my arms around Four's middle. I could feel him chuckle at my reaction. I could also feel his abs through the shirt he was wearing, which was a pleasant experience.
We weaved through traffic and I felt myself loving the speed more and more. The wind caught my wet hair and flung it out behind me. The suburbs whipped past, a blur. This is the most freedom I have ever had and I relaxed and closed my eyes, not because I was frightened, but because I wanted to savor this feeling and remember this moment.
The bike slowed down and stopped in front of a two story wooden house- Four's home.
I gazed up at the cream colored walls while undoing my helmet. Four hesitated before speaking.
"It's not much, but it's the only thing I could afford." His voice was laced with uncertainty and nervousness.
"I love it." I declared and grinned at him. He returned the smile and together we headed inside.
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Four pov:
I could practically see the way the room lit up when she walked into it. Suddenly my house seemed like a happier place. All because of her. All because of Tris.
"Do you want a drink or anything?" I asked her. She was gazing at the room like she was trying to memorize every single detail. Her head snapped towards me when I spoke.
"No thanks." Tris replied.
"Well... we should probably get started on the English assignment." I said awkwardly. Tris was undeterred by my nervousness and nodded eagerly. I led her upstairs to my room and sat ungracefully onto the bed. Tris followed my actions and plopped down next to me. We began to research, take notes and write the assignment.
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Tris and I worked steadily for a few hours, until the first signs of dusk appeared in the afternoon sky. I walked her down to the front door, and on the way I started getting nervous at what I was going to ask Tris.
This is it. This is the best moment to ask her.
"Hey uhm Tris?" I cursed myself for stuttering.
"Yeah?"
"Do you want to go somewhere tomorrow, like, the two of us?" I stammered. Her eyes widened in surprise and she grinned.
"Yes that would be really good thanks." Tris sounded overjoyed, and I felt suddenly hopeful.
"Okay, I'll pick you up at 10:30?"
Tris eyed me curiously and said, "Where are we going?"
I smirked. "Surprise. Oh , and wear swimmers."
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Time skip, the next day!
Tris pov:
I looked happily at my reflection in my full length mirror. I had my hair straightened and left out with my usual minimal makeup. I was wearing a white and yellow sundress that clung to my chest and made it look bigger than it normally was. The bottom flared out and reached to just above my knees. My swimmers were on underneath, and because Four already knows the story behind my scar, I felt completely comfortable with wearing a bikini.
When Four asked me out, I thought I would burst with happiness. Although I had doubts that he liked me, I couldn't help but hope he had some feelings. Maybe today was the day he would tell me them?
The doorbell chimed, snapping me out of my thoughts. Slipping my shoes on, I walked downstairs and opened the door eagerly to see a grinning Four. He looked very hot in a button-down dark blue t-shirt and board-shorts. His eyes roamed across my body, pausing on my chest, but because it was Four, I didn't mind.
"Tris..." He said, "You look stunning."
"You don't look half bad yourself." I grinned at him and he smirked.
"We should probably take your Porsche, it'll be hard to ride my bike in a dress." Four suggested and I grabbed my keys and went to sit in the drivers seat, until he stopped me.
"You don't even know where we're going."
"Well... you can tell me and I'll drive us?" I said hopefully.
"Ha, nice try. Give me the keys." Four demanded playfully, holding out his hand. I grumbled but handed my keys over anyway.
"Just don't scratch my car."
"Here, put this on."He said, handing me a blindfold. I eyed it suspiciously.
"Why?"
"So you can't see where we're going." He replied simply. I frowned but let the black material cover my eyes anyway. I completely trusted Four, but that doesn't mean I liked being in a car with a man going to an unknown destination, while not being able to see. I tried to pay attention to the turns we took, but eventually I got mixed up and just decided to relax.
"What are we doing at this place you're taking me?" I questioned hopefully.
"We are having a picnic and maybe swimming." That sounded like heaps of fun. I just don't want to spend the whole time being self-conscious in my bikini.
The car stopped and Four killed the engine. "Wait here." He said and, by the sound of it, got out of the car and came around to my side. The world was still pitch black when my door opened and someone laced their fingers through mine.
"Come on, I'll take you to it now." Four's deep, smooth voice soothed me.
"What's 'it'" I asked.
His reply was smug, "It is what I have been setting up for you this morning."
I couldn't believe, on our first date when we aren't even a couple, he would go to all this effort for me! His kindness made my heart swell with affection.
We began walking, well, stumbling. I still couldn't see so I kept tripping over my feet and Four had to catch and steady me.
"You're really not good at walking without seeing, are you?" He teased.
"Good thing I'm not blind then." I said dryly. He laughed and caught me again as I hit a bump in the grass.
"Oh for God's sake, I'll just carry you." I shrieked as he lifted me up bridal-style and began walking again. It was a few minutes before he spoke again, "Do you even eat?"
"Yes, I eat quite a lot. Why?" I asked defensively.
"Because you're really light." He answered.
I frowned, "What's wrong with that?"
"No, no, nothing's wrong with it. I just noticed how easy it is to carry you." We walked in a comfortable silence for a couple more minutes before Four slowed his pace and said, "We're here."
I jumped out of his arms and ripped the blindfold off, to see an amazing sight. We were in a clearing in a vibrant green forest. Half of the area was a crystal clear pond with a mini waterfall trickling down rocks that surrounded the water hole. The other section was just short blades of emerald grass and a picnic blanket laid out with tons of food and pillows on it. I gasped and turned around, throwing my arms around and hugging a smug looking Four.
"It's... gorgeous! My God Four, you did this for me?" I blurted out happily.
Four laughed and wrapped his strong arms around me, rested his chin on my head, and said, "Why wouldn't I?"
I shook my head. I wasn't worth all the effort, so I don't know why he did all of this for me.
"I... I just don't understand why?" I asked.
Four sighed, "You don't get it do you?"
Now I'm really puzzled, "Get what?"
He sighed again, "Don't worry, let's eat."
I grinned, entwined our fingers, and pulled him over to the picnic blanket.
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Four pov:
We lay on our backs, hands still held, gazing at the lime green canopy of leaves above. The sun glinted through the branches, casting an aura of serenity into the air. My eyes wandered down to Tris' face, and when I saw her, I sucked in a sharp breath. Her hair in this light was almost auburn, fanned out beneath her. Her grey eyes reflected the sun's rays which danced and flickered like fire. Her skin was so clear, so pure. At this moment she was really the most gorgeous thing in the world.
"I've said this before, but I'm going to say it again." I whispered. She locked eyes with mine, waiting for me to continue.
"You are insanely beautiful." My voice was barely audible now. Her eyes lowered and I instantly knew she didn't believe me. A small smile turned the corners of her mouth up, which reassured me that she was thankful for the compliment.
Clearing my throat, I said, "Shall we swim?"
"We shall." Tris replied smartly, standing up to take off her dress, which I assumed was over her swimmers. I stood up too and whipped my shirt off. When the fabric came away from my head, I turned around to see possibly the best sight on Earth. Tris in a bikini.
It wasn't a skimpy bikini, like every girl wears these days. No, it was modest and plain black and red. But God, she looked so sexy. She looked up and caught me watching her so I looked down, embarrassed.
"Hey Four?"
"Yeah?"
"Last one in is a rotten egg!" Tris yells then takes off towards the water. I laugh and sprint after her, but I am miles behind. She reaches the edge of the water and hesitates before diving in. I run and jump in just as she surfaces. The water is cool, refreshing from the hot day.
As I resurface, Tris splashes water at me and my mouth gets filled with salty water. Coughing and spluttering, I glance up to see a smirking Tris, before picking her up and lifting her over my shoulder.
"FOUR! PUT. ME. DOWN!" She shrieks but I ignore her and launch her into the depths of the pond. She emerges laughing and splashing water everywhere. I swim over to her in the middle of the pond, and because I'm pretty tall, I stand up. The water reaches to my collarbone.
"Ugh, I am so short." Tris complains, swimming closer to me and attempting to stand as well. Her head goes fully underwater and I start laughing.
"Here," I say, offering my hand to her when she surfaces. Her long, lean fingers wrap around mine perfectly as I help her stay above the water.
Tris suddenly starts giggling and looking up at my hair.
"You- you have a bug." She says in between laughs. Tris pulls herself closer and grips onto my shoulder, reaching a hand up to my hair. She pulls out the bug and throws it away somewhere, but I wasn't focused on that.
No, all my attention was captured by this gorgeous girl right in front of my face, close enough to be breathing the same air as me. If I was even breathing.
Do it. My heart says.
Kiss her. My gut screams.
What's there to lose? My mind asks.
There's everything to lose. Your friendship, the way you feel so comfortable around each other. The more realistic side of my brain reasons.
But this isn't about being realistic. This is a risk I have to take.
STUFF REALISM, KISS HER!
I lean forward at the same time she does. Our lips meet. Fireworks explode. Sparks fly. Fire flickers. Flames ignite.
Her soft lips move in sync with mine as I circle my arms arms her waist. She tangles her hands in my hair and wraps her legs around me to keep her head above the water. Everything about this kiss is perfect.
No one is forcing us
This is not a dare
This is not a game
This is real.
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Tris pov:
Oh. My. God. I am kissing Four! Four is kissing me!
I never wanted this to end. It was the most perfect moment, the sun beginning its descend below the horizon, the sweet taste of his lips on mine, the way my body fit perfectly against his.
We both gasp as we pulled apart, our foreheads resting against each other. It took a few minutes for us to regain our usual breathing pattern, just staring into each other's eyes. The silence was broken by Four, voicing my thoughts, saying one word.
"Wow."
We both broke out in massive grins and Four reached out to tuck a strand of hair behind my ear that had fallen in front of my face. His fingers grazed my cheek and an electric pulse seemed to go through me.
"We should probably go. It's going to get cold soon." Four said, still smiling happily. He cupped my cheek in his hand and leaned in again. Our kiss was filled with passion and a sweet taste and I loved every second of it. Unfortunately, though, we really had to leave. The sun dipped below the horizon and I could feel the air getting colder on my wet skin. I shivered.
"C'mon, you're freezing Tris." Four murmured and together, hand in hand, we swam back to the the grass.
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Still Tris' pov:
We walked through the dark forest, fingers interlaced, savoring every moment of being together.
"So Tris...?" Four said nervously.
"Yeah?" I asked him.
"Does this mean you'll be, uh, my girlfriend?" I grinned at him happily.
"Hmm..." I pretended to think about it, "Yes!"
Relief washed over Four's face and he pulled me into his side and draped an arm around my shoulders. The heat radiating off his body engulfed me and I sighed contently. We eventually reached my silver Porsche that gleamed in the darkness.
I went around to the passenger side and Four hopped in the driver's seat. He immediately turned on the hot air as he knew I was still shivering from my wet hair. The radio blared out Taylor Swift feat. The Civil Wars 'Safe and Sound.' I began to hum along to the soft melody until Four spoke.
"Will you sing for me?" I looked at him and blushed, "I'm not driving 'til you do."
Frowning, I said, "That's not fair."
He just grinned his sexy, crooked grin and asked, "Why?"
"I have stage fright!"
"You're not on a stage." Four replied smartly.
"I'm afraid to sing in front of people though!"
"I guess we'll be waiting here all night then." He said. Smug bastard. He looked out the window and began tapping his fingers against the dashboard. This got to me.
"Fine." I growled.
He smirked. "You know you're pretty sexy when you growl like that." I blushed and pretended I didn't hear that comment.
"Start driving and I'll sing." I demanded while the engine purred to life and the car began moving forward. Taking a deep breath, I began to sing.
I remember tears streaming down your face
When I said I'll never let you go,
When all those shadows almost killed your light.
I remember you said don't leave me here alone,
But all that's dead and gone and passed, tonight.
I looked over to see Four stealing glances at me as he drove. The glances were filled with love and awe. Smiling softly, I began singing the chorus.
Just close your eyes
The sun is going down,
You'll be alright,
No one can hurt you now,
Come morning light
You and I'll be
Safe, and, sound.
I let the beautiful sound of the guitar strumming fill the car and closed my eyes. The window was cold when I rested my head against it, and snapped me out of my trance.
Don't you dare look out your window,
Everything is on fire.
The war outside our door keeps raging on,
Hold on, to this, lullaby
Even when music's
Gone.
Just close your eyes
The sun is going down,
You'll be alright,
No one can hurt you now,
Come morning light
You and I'll be
Safe, and, sound.
The song ended, and that's when I realized we were already outside my house. I looked over to see Four staring at me with a small smile, meant just for me, on his lips.
"That was the most beautiful thing I have ever heard." He said. I returned his smile gratefully and we got out of the car. Four walked me right up to my front door and looked down at me with his deep blue eyes.
"Today was absolutely amazing." I told him. He smiled and leaned down. Our lips brushed together and Four whispered a goodnight against my mouth. I pressed my lips more firmly against his and he responded immediately, wrapping one arm around my waist and cupping one hand on the back of my neck. My arms were pressed against his strong chest and I could feel his rapid heart beat. He gently pulled apart from me.
"You should go to bed, we have school tomorrow." Four's voice was low and gruff and dead sexy. However, once I processed what he said, I frowned.
"You're not my mother." I said, but he just laughed at me and gave me a sweet kiss.
"Goodnight Tris." He whispered gently, looking deep into my eyes.
"Goodnight Four." I say back, my voice barely audible.
"Do me a favor and not call me that."
"What do I call you then?" I was confused.
"Nothing," Four took my chin in his hand and kissed me so softly, our lips hardly touched, "Yet."
And with that said, he left me, the feel of his warm lips still on mine, watching his bike roar off into the night.
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Hope you guys enjoyed Fourtris! I certainly loved writing it. :)
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(Again) I'm so sorry for the wait, I'll try not to take as long with the next chapter but it may be hard as I am back to school on Monday and school keeps me busy :(
Thanks for reading,
E.K xx