Chapter 16

Laura was sitting down on the uncomfortable chairs they had in the lobby of the station. She was with Ashley while Riker and Ross were both arranging Rocky's bail. She still couldn't believe that all this was happening. If Maia was right in front of her, Laura was pretty sure she would have decked her.

What kind of person fakes being pregnant just to try and trap a guy? It sounded like a very bad soap opera plot.

"It will mean a lot to Rocky that you came here." Ashley said.

"Why would I not be here?" Laura asked confused.

"I just mean Rocky really cares about you, He told me about how he really values your friendship." Ashley said. Does she really not know about Rocky's feelings for her? Ashley thought.

Laura smiled.

"Rocky is my best friend. He really is an astounding guy. Which this whole situation is really pissing me off. I so wish Maia was here, I would so kick her ass for the crap she is doing to Ross and Rocky."

Ashley just nodded.

"So how did you and Rocky meet?"

"Oh we meet at the surf shop where he was working and we just became friends."

"Just friends?" Laura asked. She really hopes she wasn't being a busy body but she would love to see a girl appreciate how awesome Rocky really is.

"Yeah, But Rocky is an amazing guy to be friends with, I am sure you know that. Rocky has feelings for someone else, for there to be anything between us."

Rocky has feelings for someone? Why hasn't she seen any signs of it? Laura thought. She just rolled her eyes at herself, if she wasn't so caught up in her drama with Riker, then she could have realized that Rocky was in love with someone.

"Do you know who this girl is that Rocky has feelings for?" Laura asked.

Ashley realizing that she has said too much tried to deny it. "No I don't...I'm Sorry."

" Yes you do, I can tell now why are you lying?"

Ashley rolled her eyes. "Maybe it is not my place to tell you. It's Rocky's and if he wants to tell you, he will."

Laura sighed.

"Your right, I'm sorry I didn't mean to attack you like that. Rocky just has been such an amazing friend to me, I hate seeing him go through this all because of some pyscho."

Ashley smiled. "Yeah Rocky doesn't deserve it." As the girls were trying to find something else to say, Riker, Ross and Rocky came out.

"Rocky!" Laura said as she went to hug him. "Are you okay? I am so sorry you had to go through this because of some crazy bitch."

Rocky just smiled. He wrapped his arms around Laura; it was nice having her in his arms. He really didn't even take into consideration that her boyfriend and his brother were there. Laura let go a little too soon for his liking, but he noticed Riker and maybe it was a good thing that she did. Because honestly after being in a jail cell for a few hours, he didn't need his brother to find out that he was in love with his girl.

"Thanks Laura, but you don't need to apologize for something that wasn't your fault. It is Maia's and that is who I am pissed at."

"I think we are all pissed at her." Laura said as the others agreed.

Riker walked over to Laura pulling her close to him. He didn't like how long the hug between her and Rocky was. He knew it was crazy, it wasn't like Rocky had feelings for Laura, or she had any for Rocky. But that is what jealousy could do. Laura turned and looked at Riker; she smiled and placed a kiss on his lips. Riker relaxed, he knew he didn't have anything to worry about it.

Ashley could see the crestfallen look on Rocky's face, and that was when she knew that any chance she thought she had with rocky was gone. He was completely and utterly in love with Laura. She just smiled, she wasn't a vindictive person she really did care for Rocky and wants to see him happy. She just hoped that one day Rocky would get over this, because just by the looks she seen between Riker and Laura, she knew those two were meant to be together. Ashley just hoped Rocky's heart would manage to survive the heartache. She walked up to Rocky and placed a hand on his arm; he just turned and looked at her.

"Thanks Ash for being here, and for getting them here to come get me."

"No problem Rocky I just can't believe some girl did this to you."

Rocky rolled his eyes. "Not a girl, a bitch who doesn't know what reality really is."

As the four of them Laura, Riker, Ashley and Rocky were talking, Ross was quiet. For weeks now he thought he was going to be a father and now for it all to be not true he didn't know what to think. Sure he was glad that he wouldn't have to face that huge responsibility just yet. He just couldn't get over the fact that Maia pulled this. Ross really thought she was a nice sweet girl. One that he was feeling guilty about for getting her knocked up. Which in reality it was her that made him out to be such a fool.

Laura noticed that Ross was quiet. And her heart broke for her friend. Ross has been through so much these past few weeks, no matter how angry she was at him for pulling the stunts that he did, Ross was still her best friend and she knew he wasn't himself. She knew he must be thinking about Maia and how her lies did to his family.

God if that chick was here right now, Laura really didn't know what she would do. All Laura knew was that Maia had some karma coming to her and it couldn't have happened to a better person she thought.

"Guys I hate to interrupt this party we have going on, but can we get out of here? I just want to go home." Rocky asked.

"Sure, let's go." Riker said. And as they were making their way to the exit, that was when they saw Maia arriving with two officers.

"What the hell are you doing here?" Ross exploded. Just the sight of her made his blood boil.

Maia rolled her eyes.

"Geez Ross, you really play that dumb beach California guy down to a tee. Oh wait you aren't playing are you? You are just that dumb."

Ross was going to hit her; he could feel it coming on. But he was stopped by Rocky. "Don't let this bitch take anything more from you. But seriously Maia what are you doing here?"

"You Lynches really are clueless. Can't you see the cuffs on my wrists?"

Laura laughed. "They arrested your ass? Good for them. They found out you were faking right? Because how could rocky make you miscarriage if there was no baby?"

Maia rolled her eyes. "Well at least you have some kind of brains Laura, unlike these guys. But you are spreading your legs for them so maybe you really are dumb like them too." She sneered.

Laura lounged at Maia, Riker quickly grabbing Laura by the waist to stop her from attacking Maia. Even though there really was nothing more than he would like to see then Maia getting her ass kicked.

Maia laughed.

The officers having enough of the scene dragged Maia to booking. Riker, Ross and Rocky were called back into the integration room, were Riker and Ross were refunded the money they spent on Rocky's bail. All charges were officially dropped considering Maia was proven to be a liar and not really pregnant at all. The five of them finally left the station after 2 am, they were tired from all the drama, as they were making their way home, and Ashley pulled Rocky to the side.

"I am so happy you are out, and that Maia is in trouble. I am just going to head home." Ashley said.

"You can come back to our place you know, it is late after all." Rocky said.

"That's sweet Rocky, but I want to sleep in my own bed. But I will see you around." Ashley said.

"What's that supposed to mean? Are we not friends? How about we hang tomorrow?"

"I think I am just going to lay low for a while. Rocky I do want to be your friend, but I think that is all we will ever be. I just don't want to be the girl that you try and get over Laura with."

"Ash..."

"Look I know you don't mean too, but I can't be around you anymore, I have feelings for you Rocky, and you are in love with Laura. I just don't want to be heartbroken anymore then I am okay? I do care about you Rocky and I hope for your sake that you do get over Laura, I just don't want to be used to do it you know?"

Rocky sighed.

"Ashley I didn't mean to make it look like I was trying to use you to get over Laura. I thought we could be friends, but if you don't want to be that fine, but don't use it as an excuse to cut me down. I already apologized for what happened between us and how it ended. All I wanted was to be your friend, but I see that isn't going to be possible. Let me walk you home at least and you don't have to worry about seeing me again. Okay?"

Ashley was taken aback by what he said. "Rocky…"

"No Ashley it's cool. Thank you for being there for me tonight, but you doesn't have to worry about me anymore. If I see you around I will be cordial, but let's keep our distance shall we, I mean I don't want you to think that I was hitting on you every time I see you."

"Where the hell is this coming from? I have a right to be on guard with you! I mean our first date you took me back to your place and we had sex, when you called me another girls name, so excuse me for being a bit cautious. If I jumped to conclusions about your intentions, then I apologize, but don't you dare try and make me feel bad for being skeptical around you. And don't worry about being cordial around me. You won't see me again. And I take back what I said, I hope you hurt every single time you see Riker and Laura together. Knowing Laura picked the right brother for her, I hope it kills you. Screw you Rocky, I never want to see you again." Ashley stormed off.

Rocky sighed. He really did need to stay away from psychotic bitches huh? He just walked home. Riker Ross and Laura were already there, the three figured to give Rocky and Ashley some time alone. Rocky came through the door, slamming it behind him and stormed into his room.

"Geez, what is his problem?" Ross said.

"I don't know but he was just released from being falsely accused. I think he has a right to be a bit pissed don't you think? I am exhausted I am going to bed." Laura said as she and Riker made their way to their room, and Ross to his.

Laura and Riker were getting ready for bed. Again. Hoping this time for no more interruptions.

"I am so exhausted, I feel like I could sleep for a week." Laura said.

Riker just laughed. "Well let's get you to bed."

Laura smirked. "Just sleep I am too tired for anything else."

Riker pouted. "Aw come on, it will make you feel better afterwards..."

"Aww well you can help yourself, there is nothing wrong with a little self-love you know what I mean?"

Riker blushed profusely.

'Babe that was mean and rude. Very rude. You know I only like to have your hands on me."

" Aww poor whittle Riker you can wait till tomorrow."

"Really?" Riker said this time more happy then before.

Laura sighed. "Goodnight Riker."

"Goodnight babe."