"No way Spence, absolutely not! You're not dragging me into this!" protested Aiden.

"Aid come on! I need you there with me this weekend. It will be weird enough with Ashley and Rita there."

"Okay well how about this Spence, why don't you just tell Kyla no, and then neither of us will have to go," argued Aiden.

"Fine Aiden, if you really don't want to go I won't force you. It's not like you owe me for all the times I bailed you out in high school when you got into messy situations. Like that one crazy girl that slashed your tires, as I do recall, I was the one to threaten her and got her off your back. But I did it because you are one of my best friends. Sure I didn't want to do it, but I did it for you Aid," said Spencer trying to use guilt.

"Oh no you don't Spence! I will not let you guilt me into coming on this trip. I'm not going and that's final!" said Aiden sternly.

The next morning everyone was getting packed and ready to go. Spencer was carrying her suitcases to the living room when she heard a knock at the door.

"I'll get it Spence, it's probably Brandon," said Kyla as she hurried to answer the door.

"Oh hey Aiden. I'm happy you're coming with this weekend. Spencer said you loved the outdoors and jumped at the chance at coming along this weekend!" said Kyla excitedly.

"Oh she did?" asked Aiden while looking at Spencer.

"Well I'm ready to go! We should start putting everything in the cars!" shouted Spencer.

"Woah Spence relax, we'll leave as soon as Brandon gets here," said Kyla.

Ashley came out of her room with Rita, their suitcases in hand.

"Brandon texted that he was downstairs so we can make our way downstairs," said Rita as she looked down at her phone.

They all grabbed their stuff and headed downstairs to where Brandon's car was.

"So Aiden, you said you would drive as well right?" asked Kyla.

"Sure it's no problem Kyla," answered Aiden.

"So how are we working the seating arrangements?" asked Ashley.

"Well Spencer can ride with Aiden while the rest of us ride with Brandon," suggested Kyla.

"It's kind of cramped with the suitcases, someone will have to also ride with Aiden," suggested Brandon.

"I'll ride with them," quickly suggested Ashley.

"Sounds good to me, just follow Brandon Aiden," said Kyla as she got into Brandon's car.

"Shit I forgot my charger, I'll be right back," said Ashley as ran back into the apartment.

Spencer and Aiden got into his car and waited for Ashley.

"Oh so I really love the outdoors Spence?" asked Aiden.

"What else was I supposed to say Aid? Besides I need you here with me. I have no clue what I'm going to do!" said Spencer as she put her head in her hands.

"Look Spence, I can't tell you what to do, but getting involved with Ashley right now is messy," said Aiden.

"I know Aid. It's just that Ashley makes me feel things that I haven't felt with anyone before," confessed Spencer.

"If things are meant to be you'll still feel that way once they break up. Until then, do the right thing and just steer clear of Ashley," said Aiden as he looked at Spencer.

"So you think I should avoid her?" asked Spencer.

"Well avoid anything that could lead to something more than friendship. It's the right thing right now," said Aiden truthfully.

Spencer was about to say something when Ashley got into the car.

"Thank god I remembered in time! I would be screwed without my phone," said Ashley relieved.

"Alright let's do this," said Aiden as he started the car and followed behind Brandon.

"So how do the two of you know each other?" asked Ashley.

"Well Aiden and I have been best friends since high school. He was on the basketball team with my brother Glen. Glen invited Aiden over to hang out and he ended up having more in common with me than Glen," answered Spencer.

"Yeah Glen wasn't too happy about it," said Aiden happily.

"Well neither was Kyla. She thought I was replacing her, but they are both my best friends," said Spencer.

"I'm more her best friend actually. We even have the same classes together and we are both majoring in Psychology. Kyla is just there for Spence for girl problems," said Aiden confidently.

"I love you both equally Aid," piped in Spencer.

"So how much longer till we get there?" asked Spencer.

"Well Rita said it was like forty minutes away from school," answered Ashley.

Spencer hated hearing Ashley mention Rita. It reminded Spencer how much this whole situation sucked. She decided to put in her ear buds for the rest of the ride there. After about fifteen minutes Spencer drifted off to sleep till she was abruptly woken up from Aiden shaking her.

"Aiden what the fuck!" snapped Spencer.

"Don't be all bitchy Spence, we're here," said Aiden with a smile.

Spencer looked back at Ashley, only to find an empty seat.

"Where's Ashley?" asked Spencer.

"Inside already. She got out to get her stuff from the other car and she followed Rita inside," said Aiden as he got out of the car.

"Guess we better get our stuff out," said Spencer with a hint of sadness in her voice.

When they got inside everyone was sitting in the huge living room. The place was actually huge and really nice. Spencer had heard that Rita and Brandon also came from money.

"So you guys will be staying in the bedroom downstairs," said Kyla as she cuddled on the couch with Brandon.

"Wait so we have to share a bed?" asked Aiden.

"Well yeah if that's okay with you Aiden?" asked Kyla.

Spencer gave Aiden her head tilt pout. It didn't take long for Aiden to give in to Spencer.

"I swear Spence you are going to owe me for this! I have to put up with your snoring and wanting to cuddle in your sleep!" said Aiden as he put their suitcases in the room.

"Oh that was one time after a party Aid! And I don't snore!" said Spencer.

"Sure Spence, "said Aiden

"I appreciate this Aid. I couldn't be here alone with them. I need you Aid," said Spencer as she looked Aiden in the eyes.

"Hey you know I would do anything for you Spence. We'll always have each other's backs," said Aiden to Spencer in a serious tone.

"My ride or die?" asked Spencer.

"Always," answered Aiden as he hugged Spencer.

After everyone was settled in, Brandon and Aiden decided to fire up the grill for dinner. Brandon seemed like a really nice guy and Aiden seemed to be bonding with him. It sucked that he had to be Rita's brother. Of all the people to be related to!

"Hey Spence, can you and Ash set the table on the patio while Rita and I make this salad for dinner?"

"Sure Ky," answered Spencer as she looked over at Ashley.

Spencer grabbed some plates and cups and made her way outside to the patio as Ashley followed. Spencer thought back to her earlier conversation with Aiden. She knew she had to avoid Ashley. It wouldn't be easy, but it had to be done. Spencer started to put a place by each spot.

"Spence I want to see you tonight after everyone goes to sleep," whispered Ashley, so only Spencer could hear.

"I'm really tired Ash," said Spencer trying to sound tired.

"Well how about now then? We could sneak away for a minute while everyone is distracted by dinner?" whispered back Ashley.

"I think I should see if Kyla needs help in the kitchen. She's not the best with knives," said Spencer as she made her way back into the house. Ashley just stood there with a hurt look on her face.

"There you are Spencer! You have to try my fruit salad," said Rita excitedly.

Spencer gave Rita a questionable look then decided to try some.

"It's really good!" said Spencer nicely.

"Thanks Spencer! Kyla told me your dad is an amazing cook so if anyone would know good food, it would be you," said Rita as she mixed her salad.

"You know I really appreciate you coming along the weekend Spencer. I know it makes Kyla happy and also Ashley. She said you and her have become really close since she moved in and I think that's great since she doesn't have many people in her life that she could count on. I just hope that we can become friends as well because you seem like a really cool person Spencer," said Rita genuinely.

"That's sweet Rita. I hope we can be friends as well," said Spencer with a feeling of guilt in the pit of her stomach.

"Dinner is ready!" said Brandon as he helped Kyla carry her salad outside.

Rita followed with her fruit salad. Spencer watched everyone make their way over to the table. She really didn't feel like eating. In fact she felt sick to her stomach. Spencer quietly made her way outside and keep quiet the rest of dinner.

"Okay truth or drink!" shouted Kyla excitedly by the bonfire.

After dinner Rita thought a bonfire would be a fun way for everyone to get to know the people they didn't know yet.

"Okay Brandon, is Kyla the best kisser out of every girl you've ever been with?" asked Rita.

"Of course she is!" answered Brandon before he kissed Kyla.

"That's way too easy! If we're going to play this, then we're going to have to play this right. No holding back," argued Ashley.

"Alright then Ashley. Have you ever cheated on someone?" asked Kyla.

"What, ugh, hell no. Yeah never," rambled Ashley.

Spencer got nervous and looked around to notice if anyone picked up on Ashley's behavior.

"Kyla, how old were you when you lost your virginity?" asked Ashley.

Kyla didn't hesitate to take a drink.

"Damn this tequila burns going down!" said Kyla as she made a face.

"Okay Spence, who was the last person you slept with?" asked Kyla.

Spencer started to panic, she quickly took her shot and threw it back.

"Rita, how many girls have you slept with?" asked Spencer.

"Ew, I don't want to hear about my sister's sex life!" said Brandon disgusted.

Rita just smiled and threw back her shot.

"Aiden, have you ever thought about Spencer or Kyla in a manner more than friendly?" asked Rita.

Aiden thought about it for a second before he threw his shot back.

"Ew it better not have been me!" shouted Spence.

"Kyla, what is the freakiest thing you have done in bed?" asked Aiden.

Kyla didn't hesitate to take her shot.

"Okay Spence, who is this mystery girl you were with the other night?" asked Kyla.

Spencer took the shot back instantly. Everyone seemed to be laughing and enjoying their little game. Ashley however shared the same panic look on her face that Spencer was wearing.

"Okay we need to stop because I already feel tipsy," said Kyla as she giggled.

Spencer watched as Rita curled up to Ashley and kissed her neck. Spencer decided on one more shot before going to bed.

"I'm calling it a night guys," announced Spencer as she got up.

"You sure Spence, it's early," said Kyla.

"Yeah I'm sure. Goodnight," said Spencer as she started to walk back into the house.

Spencer walked back to her room and changed into her black tank top and white pajama shorts with blue and pink plaid. There was a balcony outside of the bedroom she was sharing with Aiden. Thankfully the balcony was on the opposite side of the house so no one could she her sitting outside. Spencer grabbed a blanket and sat at one of the chairs. It felt good to get some air alone. Spencer dropped her head and ran her hands through her hair. This whole situation was so fucked up. And what made things worse is Spencer is starting to fall for Ashley. She wanted something she knew she couldn't have and it really sucked. Spencer wiped a tear from her cheek. Spencer just stared into the sky. She heard the door behind her slide open and close. It must be Aiden coming to check on her.

"Everything ok?" asked Ashley.

Spencer got up and turned to face Ashley.

"Ash, you shouldn't be here right now. If Rita sees us…"

"Rita is drunk with everyone else. She didn't even notice I went back inside," said Ashley interrupting Spencer.

"We can't do this Ashley, you know that right?" said Spencer sternly.

"I know Spence," said Ashley as she walked closer to Spencer.

"What we're doing Ash, it isn't right. It needs to stop now," said Spencer as she looked into Ashley's eyes.

"I agree Spence," said Ashley as she stepped closer, her face inches away from Spencer.

"So just turn around and go back Ash, please" begged Spencer, not losing eye contact with Ashley.

"I should, but…" said Ashley right before she leaned in and met her lips with Spencer's.

Ashley traced Spencer's bottom lip with her tongue. Spencer granted Ashley entrance and sucked Ashley's tongue. This kiss was deeper than their previous kisses. Their tongues twisted together in sync. Spencer sucked Ashley's bottom lip before slowly pulling away. Still keeping eye contact with Ashley, Spencer moved her hands over her now swollen lips.

"Fuck," said Spencer quietly.

"I know," agreed Ashley.

Tonight I'm going to lose it all, playing with fire…