I checked the mirror once more. Tan jeans, and tan shirt and a brown wrap around sweater. Perfect.

"Miley, you have to go," said Lilly, poking her head into my room.

I glanced at the clock. "Shoot, I've got to meet Nick at the airport in twenty minutes. I'm going to be late."

Lilly sighed. "Come on, let's just go."

I grabbed my suitcases and purse and followed her out to the car. After stuffing my bags in the trunk we drove to the airport.

"Wow," I said, getting out of the car, "We made in there exactly on time."

Lilly smiled. "I know."

I reached over and hugged her. "Well, I'll miss you, Lills."

She hugged back. "I'll miss you too, Miles."

We broke apart and I took my bags.

"See you in a couple of weeks," I called, before heading inside the airport.

I walked to check-in, where I was supposed to meet Nick. I scanned the room, unable to find him.

Turning around to check again, I felt a pair of arms go around my waist. I smiled.

"Ready to go?" he asked.

I turned around and almost burst out laughing. Clad in a baseball cap, so low you cold barely see his face, and sunglasses, Nick looked ridiculous. "Nice disguise."

He shrugged. "It gets the job done."

I smiled and took his hand.

*

"Don't be nervous," I said, as we got out of the cab. "My family is nice."

He took his suitcase and mine. "I'm not nervous."

"Good," I said, "Because I am."

I squared my shoulders and marched up the porch steps. I knocked and turned to face Nick.

He smiled at me just as the door swung open.

"My Miley!"

I smiled. "Hi, Mamaw. I've missed you."

She pulled me into a huge hug. We stood like that for a minute or so.

"Mamaw," I gasped, "I need some air."

She let go. "Who's this?" asked Mamaw, turning to Nick.

Nick put down his suitcase and held out his hand. "Hi, I'm Nick."

She shook his hand and turned to me. "What a gentleman."

I smiled. "Where's my Daddy?"

She stepped aside so that we could come in. "He's in the back with Lorelei."

"Alright. We'll bring our stuff up and then we'll head out back. Don't tell him I'm here yet," I called, already starting up the stairs.

"It was nice meeting you," Nick said, following me up the stairs.

I walked through the hallways until I got to the guestroom. "You're staying in here."

Nick nodded and put his suitcase on the bed.

I looked at him shyly. "I hope its okay that we aren't in the same room."

He nodded. "Miley, it's okay." He walked over and kissed me. "Let me see your room."

I blushed, thinking of all the Jonas Brothers posters I had since I was young. "Maybe you should wait here."

He shook his head. "Nope. I'm carrying your suitcases."

I sighed and led him to my room. "Don't laugh," I said, before pushing the door open.

He smirked as we stepped inside. "Wow, I was a hot pre-teen."

I smacked his arm. "Stop, it's embarrassing."

He started chuckling. "Sorry, I can't help it."

I turned on my heel and stomped out.

He ran after me grabbing my arm. "I'm sorry; I didn't mean to make you feel bad."

I nodded. "I know. But things with you matter more, and I don't want you to think that I'm not good enough for you." I winced, realizing what I just said.

Nick sighed and pulled me to his chest. "I wish you wouldn't feel that way."

I pulled him in closer. "I know, I'm sorry." I stepped back. "Let's forget about it and have a nice time."

I intertwined our hands and pulled him down the stairs and out back to the barn.

I burst through the barn door and gasped. "Eww, Daddy!"

He pulled away from Lorelei sheepishly. "Sorry, I wasn't expecting you until later."

I laughed and ran over to him. "I missed you Daddy!" I threw my arms around him.

He hugged back. "I missed you too, Bud."

I turned around and hugged Lorelei.

"You guys," I said, "This is Nick. My boyfriend."

Lorelei smiled as my Daddy glared. "Nice to meet you," she said, shaking his hand.

Nick grinned. "You too, Ma'am."

She waved her hand. "Please, call me Lorelei."

My Dad held his hand out grudgingly, and Nick shook it. "Nice to meet you," he said gruffly.

"You too, sir," replied Nick.

The barn was silent. My Dad just kept glaring. The tension in the room was getting thicker by the second.

"Well," I said, "Where's Jackson?"

"At the market with Mindy," my Dad said.

"We'll go meet him," I said, desperate to get out of the barn.

My Dad shook his head. "He'll be home soon. And it's cold out."

"Aww, honey, let her go. She misses her brother," said Lorelei, shooting me an understanding smile.

He shrugged. "Dinner's at seven."

I nodded and dragged Nick out of the barn.

"I don't think your Dad likes me," said Nick.

I turned to him. "I am so sorry about that. I didn't think he was going to be that bad."

He smiled. "It wasn't that bad."

I raised my eyebrows. "Yes it was."

We grabbed our jackets and started down the road.

Nick looked around as we walked. "So this is where you grew up."

I nodded. "Well, up until Junior High."

He took my hand. "Do you miss it?"

I shrugged. "Depends on the day. I love L.A, but I miss the support you get from living in a town where everyone knows each other."

He nodded. "I understand."

We walked until we reached the market.

"Hi, Mrs. Miller," I called, as we walked in.

"Miley," she exclaimed, coming around the counter to give me a hug. "How have you been?"

I smiled. "Good." I pointed to Nick. "This is Nick."

She smiled at him. "Hello, Nick."

He smiled back.

"Is Jackson still here?" I asked, looking around.

She pointed towards the produce section. "Yes, he's there with Mindy."

"Thanks," I said, walking down the isle.

"Miley!" exclaimed Jackson, as I turned the corner. "You're here."

I grinned. "In the flesh."

He hugged me. "It's been too long."

I hugged back. "Way too long."

I looked at the petite blonde next to him. "Hi, Mindy."

She smiled. "Hey, Miley."

I put my hand in Nick's. "This is Nick."

He reached his hand forward. "Her boyfriend."

Jackson nodded. "It's about time she had one."

I smacked his arm. "Jackson!"

Nick chuckled while I blushed. I turned to Mindy. "How do you stand him?"

She smirked. "It's difficult."

Jackson feigned hurt. "Ouch."

I smirked. "Well, we should get back."

Jackson noticed my discomfort. "Did everything go okay?"

I faked a smile. "Yeah, it's nothing."