I managed to avoid the pressing questions from my mother about my appearance. Calling out that I was home before scrabbling up the stairs to my room where I could hide. When she asked me about the date the next morning I wasn't very forth coming with information. I didn't particularly want to discuss the evening where I escaped out a toilet window, was chased down by my "date" then fell into the harbour. I'm not sure she would understand seen as she had a perfect image of Austin in her head.

"Excuse me?"

"Hi, can I help you?" I smiled at the woman in front of me.

"Yes, I was looking for the new McFly album. My daughter loves them and I wanted to get it for her Birthday."

"Of course, follow me."

I led her down the aisles of music before stopping at the "M" section. My fingers quickly flicked through the CDs before pulling out the case.

"Here you go." I smiled. "It's a brilliant album, your daughter will love it."

"Thank you for your help."

She reciprocated my smile before walking off to the till. My mind wandered aimlessly as I organised the music that had been misplaced. I pushed my hair back from my face, tucking it behind my ear. My eyes darted up as I heard someone enter the shop. They instantly widened as I recognised the blonde hair.

My immediate reaction was to hide. I dropped to my hands and knees, crawling along the aisle desperately trying to reach the back room without being noticed. How did he even know I worked here? I peered round the corner, deciding the coast was clear I continued to my target.

"Ally?"

I mentally cursed as I heard Dallas call out my name. No, no, no! My speed increased as I gradually nearer my escape. A gasp was released from my lips as a pair of white converse stepped in front of me. My eyes hesitantly grazed up his long legs before I was met by sparkly brown orbs. He grinned down at me.

"Hello, Beautiful."

Austin gripped my arms before hauling me to my feet. I shied away from his touch, long fingers brushing my hair from my face.

"What were you doing on the floor?" He smirked.

"I-I dropped something."

He chuckled, it was clear he didn't believe my lie. I was glad we were in a public place, that way Austin was forced to be a little more constrained. However, I knew that sort of thing didn't really bother him, my mind instantly thinking back to his forward actions in the restaurant.

"Why didn't you text me back?"

It would have been an innocent question coming from anybody else's lips. But with Austin it was anything but.

"You asked me what I was wearing." I replied, disgusted.

"And I didn't get a reply, so I assumed you were naked." He chuckled.

I let out a groan. Was that all he thought about? My body turned to walk away from him, but Austin caught hold of my wrist. He tugged me back into his body, his lips planting a hot kiss to my mouth. I used everything I had in me to shove him back. He didn't budge but I wanted him to know I objected to his advances.

"Ally?"

We were interrupted by Dallas, much to Austin's annoyance.

"Are you alright?" He asked.

"Fine."

Dallas wasn't that much shorter than Austin. He still stepped forwards to us. I could see in his face that he wasn't entirely convinced by my answer.

"Poppy needs help on the till."

"Okay."

Austin still tightly held my wrist in his large hand. I peered up at his face; his intense gaze fell down upon me.

"You're going out with me again." His raspy voice spoke.

"Austin." I warned.

He smirked at me before flicking a harsh gaze to Dallas. Was Austin trying to provoke a reaction out of him? I tried to pry his fingers from my skin but I couldn't.

"I think you better leave." Dallas spoke directly to him.

Austin didn't move, standing his ground. I winced as he squeezed my wrist tighter. His hot puffs of air could be felt on the top of my head. Dallas took my hand, gently pulling me away from Austin. He was angry. Obviously not liking the way Dallas intervened taking me from him. Relief spread through my body as Austin's fingers reluctantly loosened, allowing me to slip from his hold.

"I'll see you later, Alls."

He winked at me before turning and walking away. The muscles in his back became prominent as he pushed open the heavy door to the shop.

"Are you alright?"

My vision was pulled away from where Austin had just disappeared as I turned to Dallas.

"Yeah, thanks for doing that." I smiled.

"Thank you."

I handed the man his bag of purchases before he turned and strolled away.

"I'm going on lunch now."

I nodded in acknowledgement before Dallas vanished through into the store room and out the back door. Poppy and I chatted between serving customers. She then drifted off onto the shop floor, reorganising the "S" section of albums.

My head turned upon hearing a clatter behind me.

"Dallas? I thought you were going on break?"

My eyes widened as he raised his head. Dark red blood was smeared across his right cheek from his nose.

"What happened?" I gushed.

I quickly made my way over to him, but he held out his hand before I could get too close.

"Don't worry." He weakly smiled. "I just fell over, it's nothing."

"Do you want me to get you anything?"

"No, it's alright."

Soon after I was waving goodbye to Poppy. Dallas had told us to go home early as business had died down towards the end of the day. My vans kicked at a stone on the tarmac as I walked down across the car park. I lifted my gaze from the ground, my eyes lazily travelling over the vehicles. I didn't have a car, so I was forced to either get the bus or walk home.

My breath hitched in my throat upon seeing a familiar black vehicle. I twisted my head to scope the area round me. My body jumped back when I returned my vision to my original path. Austin's tall frame stood in front of me. A smile gracing his beautiful face as he looked down at me.

"Need a lift?" He enquired.

"I..I.."

"Come on."

He grasped my smaller hand in his before tugging me over to his car. I didn't have time to protest. My vision travelled down to where we were touching. I frowned , digging my heels into the floor forcing Austin to cease his movements.

"What happened to your hand?"

My thumb gently ran over his knuckles, the small cuts looked fresh. I glanced up at him, his eyes intently watching my actions.

"Nothing." Austin replied.

He was lying. He tried to pull his hand away but I kept hold of his long fingers. I walked closer to him as he attentively observed my every move.

"Austin, did you.."

"Ally, leave it." He cut me off.

He'd hit Dallas, I knew it.

"Just get in the car." He aggressively demanded.

My breath trembled out of my mouth as I looked at him. My fingers released Austin's hand and I stumbled back. Urgently I turned taking off into a sprint across the car park. My body quickly weaved through the many cars. My heart rate increased when I glanced back, Austin was right behind me. His longer legs gave him a stronger advantage, it would have been difficult for me to outrun him.

I whimpered as a large hand wound round my wrist, preventing me from escaping. My body was tugged back to his. I couldn't control my actions as my hand flew up to Austin's face. It was the second time since meeting Austin that I had slapped him and by the looks of it, he wasn't any happier. His hazel orbs narrowed on me.

I shrieked as his warm hands placed themselves on my hips before lifting me up and slinging me over his shoulder. My fists pounded into his back, in an attempt to force Austin to release me. But he didn't. Ignoring my protests he walked us across the car park.

"Austin!"

I fisted the back of his t-shirt between my fingers.

"Let me down!"

A few seconds later I was lifted from his shoulder and he placed me in front of him. Austin stepped closer, instinctively I moved back; only to let out a gasp when my body made contact with the side of his car.

"You hit him." I accused.

"Yeah." He replied casually.

His response was almost taunting. He wanted me to retaliate.

"Well, why?"

"He got in my way." Austin raspy voice sounded.

I didn't say anything in reply. What could I say?

"Get in the car."

His hand reached for my wrist but I flinched away. Instead of fighting with me he yanked the passenger door open and waited for me to climb inside. My back stayed pressed to the vehicle as I made my way to the door, keeping as much distance between us a s possible.

The car ride home was quiet. I'd glance to Austin every now and then, this hands gripped tightly to the wheel. His jaw was tensed as he kept his gaze out the window. Soon we had pulled up outside my house.

"I'll pick you up at nine tomorrow."

He didn't even look at me. Why was he angry at me for, I wasn't the one who had just punched someone in the face. My eyes flickered to his right hand, the small cuts being a reminder of his short temper and that I probably shouldn't anger him. I unbuckled my seat belt and waited for Austin to walk round and open my door. Once I had stepped down I quickly walked past him and crossed the road to the path adjacent.

"Ally."

I swivelled round just as Austin caught my hand. It surprised me when he leaned down and pressed a soft kiss to my cheek. His curls tickled my skin as he pulled away.

"See you tomorrow."

I gave him a small nod before he released my hand and strolled back over the road to his car.

"You're going out with him again, after what happened the first time?" Lucy spoke astounded.

I hit the loud speaker before placing the phone on my bed.

"It's not that I want to, but you should have seen what he did to Dalla's face."

"All the more reason not to go." Lucy replied.

I jumped slightly as there was a knock on my door.

"Sorry, I have to go." She said goodbye before I hung up the phone.

"It's open." I called out for my mum to enter.

I had my back to the door, my focus currently on the clothes hung up in my wardrobe. My fingers flicked through the hangers before pulling out a top.

"Mom, what do…"

I turned round, only to drop the clothing I was holding up. Austin stood with a smirk, his eyes staring into me. I became very aware I was just wearing shorts and a tank top. His vision grazed up and down my body before he spoke.

"I was hoping you were going to wear something a little sexier." He winked, gesturing to the clothing I had dropped.

No words came out of my mouth as I watched him stroll over to my bed. He sat down, leaning back on his elbows as I stood in front of him. Austin glanced round my room, taking in the surrounding before connecting with my gaze again.

"I.. how did you get in?" I shook my head.

"Your mom let me in."

I was going to have to have serious words with her.

"You should wear a dress." He continued.

"No."

That was the last thing I was going to wear, especially round Austin and his wandering hands. He deeply laughed at my blunt response. I turned away from him to pull out some black skinny jeans and a top. A gasp fell from my lips at his close proximity as I spun round. Austin smiled, his chest practically touched mine as he reached his arm up behind my head.

His blazer I had hung up on my outside of my wardrobe door was now off the hanger and he shrugged it on, pushing up the sleeves.

"I'm going to change." I informed him.

"You can change in here, I don't mind." He smirked.

I let out a groan before pushing him away from me and walking to my bathroom. I made sure the door was locked before undressing.

Once changed I opened the door only to find Austin stood over by my chest of drawers.

"Austin." I said and he turned with a grin on his face My mouth fell agape at what he held in his hand.

"I love these." He winked.

Quickly stumbling over to him, I yanked the lace underwear from his grip. Shoving them back in the drawer before slamming it closed.

"What is wrong with you?!" I asked rhetorically.

He stood laughing as the pink rose in my cheeks. I sharply turned from him slipping on my shoes, grabbing my jacket and bag.

"You look hot." He whispered in my ear.

My breath trembled at the feeling of his strong arms wrapping round my waist from behind. I squeezed my eyes closed as his fingers brushed my hair to the side; full lips connecting to the skin just below my ear. He sucked lightly, then moved up nibbling on my ear lobe.

"A-austin" I stuttered quietly.

He pulled away, grabbing my hand and leading me out of the room.

Here is another chapter! Thanks for all the reviews.

I'm late, sorry:( It's just I've been in bad days, personals problems. And plus, now I feel very sad because my puppy got ran over yesterday, she is okay, but not at all:/ whatever, I started "Who's Mr X?"! Read it:D It's on my profile, of course.

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