Chapter 9. So this is just a flashback of Flora and Sam hanging out. In the next few chapters there will be getting to know each other a little better and have some close calls(you know what I mean) Enjoy!

When Flora woke up she noticed that both her parents were gone. Quiet, romantic morning she supposed. Cash and Bobby were still sleeping. She grinned at the memory of last night.

Flashback

"So where are we going?" asked Flora as Sam lead the way.

"I want to show you something." said Sam. "Something that I found this morning while looking for you."

"What is it?"

"You'll see."

Flora kept questioning Sam on where he was taking her for the rest of the walk until they reached the place he wanted to show her.

"Wow." gasped Flora in amazement. What she saw was nothing like she ever before. So many water falls flowing down, with the reflecting moon light setting off vibrant colors of pink, orange, purple and yellow. The rocks from it glowed from the same source as the water falls. And the mist added a dramatic yet mesmerizing effect.

"Wow." gasped Flora in awe. She was totally speechless. "Sam, you, I, this is amazing."

"I thought you might like it." smiled Sam. "You seemed like an explorer when I saw you so I thought this would be the perfect place to show you."

"You were right. I love it so much! We should make this our official hang out? What do you say?"

"I say, you read my mind."

Flora carefully climbed the smooth, slick, stones so that she won't slip to get a good view of the entire place.

"Sam, come on up." she called out to Sam. "You can see the whole island from here!"

Sam obeyed and climbed up the stones in the same manner as Flora did and look at the view that Flora described. It was indeed beautiful. All the trees, streams and beaches were seen from above.

"Isn't it beautiful?" asked Flora.

"No kidding." agreed Sam. But you're way prettier. He added in his head. But he didn't dare say it out loud Even though he's only known Flora for only two days, he was already kind of starting to fall in love with her looks and personality. But he wasn't going to admit it just yet. It was obviously way too early for that.

After a conversation on other places that the two teenagers have seen and making fun of the other shallow teens, Flora and Sam noticed the tiny, tinted line of dawn coming out along with the sun. They both knew what that meant.

"Looks like I've gotta go." said Flora sadly. She had to get back so that her parents won't suspect anything. She could just spin up a lie and tell them that she's been up for hours, but she already lied to her father about not seeing Sam again. She can't go further than that.

"Aw that sucks." sighed Sam. He was just as disappointed as she was. "But I come here a lot, so if you ever want to see me again, you know where to go."

Flora smiled. "I'll remember that. See ya."

Flora arrived to her cave the way she left. Quietly and undetected. Her parents and brothers were still on the floor sleeping. She tip-toed back to her spot, curled up and closed her eyes, remembering the night.

End Flashback

"You look happy." pointed out Cash noticing Flora's smile. "How did your date go?"

Flora went on to explain. "First of all, it wasn't a date. I only know Sam for two days now. Calling it a date is like saying that an egg is going to hatch as soon as it's laid.(lame comparison I know) Second, it went great. He showed me this really cool place with water falls and this great view of the whole island.

"Sounds great." said Cash interested. He could tell that his sister was already starting to develop a little crush on Sam, but he didn't mention it.

"So did anyone notice anything?" asked Flora to make sure no one was getting suspicious.

"Nope." answered Cash truthfully. "Everyone was sleeping soundly while you were gone."

"Good. Because I almost woke Manny up when I was sneaking out. And I especially don't want him finding out."

"Yeah he would definitely rat you out."

"I know."

Cash was thinking something through after his promise to Flora last night.

"Flora listen," started Cash. "I know that this is just supposed to be between the two of us, but I really think we should tell Bobby."

"I don't know." said Flora. Bobby could be a goody-two-shoes at times, so she wasn't sure.

"Come on Flora, he's our brother. He should know."

"But what if he tells Dad? If he finds out, he'll never let me out of his sight for the rest of my life!"

"We'll swear him into secrecy. It will just be between the three of us. Cross my heart."

"I'm still a little tired." yawned Flora. "We'll talk about it later." she then curled up into her sleeping position.

Cash huffed. He had to convince Flora to let Bobby know. If he told him himself, he would be breaking the promise he made to his sister and she would be mad at him.

"Fine." shrugged Cash. "I'm gonna go find Sandy." he then walked out of the cave to do so.

To whoever is up there, prayed Cash. Please let Flora tell Bobby about her seeing Sam. I can't go back on my word. Please, just send her a sign or something.

Cash went on to find Sandy, hoping that Bobby will know by the end of the day.

So sorry if it suckish, but the quarter is ending at school soon so I really have to get working to make my grades perfect. I swear that it will get better as chapters progress. Peace out!