Lie To Me

Sarah’s P.O.V.

“It has been 4 hours.” I plopped on Luke’s couch. Petunia came up to cuddle. “I know, sweet girl.”
“So, I just got off the phone with Riley’s mom. Nicest lady ever.” Emma gushed. “She said Hunter gave her and Mr. Jones tickets to Florida this week ‘just in case’. They left this morning.”
“Ashton!” I yelled from the couch.
“What?”
“How hard is it for you guys to get us to Florida?”
“We’re taking a vacation in the middle of this?”
“No! That’s where Riley is.” I replied.
“And wherever she is, he is! I’ll call and see about a flight.”
“Did you hear that Petunia?! We’re gonna find them!” she just rolled over, closing her eyes. “Alright, not that excited. Got it.”
“Can I come?” Emma asked.
“Of course! We’re all in this together now.”
She smiled, “What exactly makes you think Riley is there?”
“Riley’s life is based around Disney. Aside from Luke, it was the only thing that really kept her happy. Disney is in Florida... And unfortunately so is Hunter’s trip.”
Before Emma could respond, Ashton came in, “I have tickets. Let’s go!”
***
*2 years ago*
Riley’s P.O.V.

I sat on the plane with my head against the window. The rain continued to hit the plane, it was peaceful; drowning everything out and washing it away.
“Excuse me, ma’am. There is a gentleman at the gate saying he needs to speak with you. We have to close the gate though.”
“I-- Just close it. It’s fine, he’ll be fine.”
She nodded and walked away. I let the tears stream down my face as I heard the door close a few minutes later.

Luke’s P.O.V.

I ran to the airport after my fight with Riley in the hotel room. By the time I got there, I was soaked and out of breath. I ran to the gate. “Excuse me! Please!” I yelled at the gate attendants.
“Can we help you sir?”
“There’s a girl on this flight. Beautiful, long brown hair, hazel eyes. I need to talk to her.”
“We can’t let you on without a ticket sir.”
“Look, I really don’t want to pull the ‘do you know who I am?!’ so could you just bring her to me?”
One of the attendants opened the door and went onto the plane. I paced the front of the door as I waited for Riley.
“Sir?” the attendant called.
“Where is she?”
“She said you’ll be fine. She’s not coming.” As she spoke the door closed and sealed. I ran to the window and watched the plane take off. A tear fell on my cheek.
“Sir, we have to ask you to leave.”
I nodded and wiped away my tears. I’ll get her back no matter what it takes.
***
*1 month ago*
After that night, Riley changed her number, changed her address, and our friends wouldn’t tell me anything. She was completely inactive on social media, until she wasn’t. ‘Engaged to Hunter Benjamin’. I googled him immediately. A young business tycoon in just about every article there is. He purchases just about every business that goes under and turns them into something completely different. He’s been pictured with Riley for about a year now. The first picture of them was at the country club the day I showed up too late. I quickly picked up my phone.
“Ash? Are you with the other boys? I think we should talk about another hiatus.”
As I spoke with them I googled Hunter’s house. The one next door is for sale. Perfect.
“So that’s it? This summer we’ll go on a break? Deal.”

*Present day*
When Riley left this morning, I was still in the closet. I gathered myself and got out. I tried several times to text her and make sure she was okay. I walked to her house and knocked, but no response. I tried the knob and it was open.
“Riley? Are you here? I’m just a little worried.” I spoke, walking into the kitchen. Two notes lay on the counter. ‘Remember my offer. -H’ and ‘Sar, tell him I am so sorry.’ Out of anger I crumpled Hunter’s note and through it away. I ran for my car and quickly drove to the airport.
***
“Sir? Would you like a drink?” the flight attendant asked.
“A rum and coke please.”
She smiled and began making the drink. I kept my head to the window. I can’t lose Riley again.
“Here you are sir.”
“Thank you.”
I took a sip and sat back.
“Our descent into Florida will begin shortly. Please fasten your seatbelts.” the captain spoke.

Riley’s P.O.V.

My plane touched down and I received a facetime came in from Hunter.
“Hey.”
“Have you seen all the tabloids?” he asked.
“No? What are you talking about?”
“You and Luke back together? Him buying the wedding dress in hopes you’ll wear it for him? The amusement park date? The group is all back together isn’t it? You’re inseparable.”
“Hunter. Calm down. The press will spin anything.”
“Calm down? My fiance is splattered all over the press with another man. Are you serious about us Riley?”
“Well...” I spoke turning the camera to show where I was.
“You came?”
I nodded, “I should be there shortly.”
We ended the call and I kept walking.
I can’t believe I’m going to do this.

Notes

So, I got tickets to Meet You There <3 I can't wait and it's still 5 1/2 months away.