All Chapters of Half Wild, Half Yours: Chapter 51 - Chapter 59

I leaned against the sleek marble countertop of the hotel bathroom, savoring the quiet—a rare, sacred thing in Vegas, and even rarer when traveling with a band full of loud, lovable chaos. The muffled sound of laughter echoed beyond the closed door—Teddy’s low chuckle, Sadie’s high-pitched cackle, Brody fake-beatboxing while Thomas told the same joke for the third time.I took a slow breath, the hum of the mirror light buzzing in my ears. My makeup sat untouched in front of me, but my fingers itched for distraction. I picked up my phone and opened TikTok, scrolling without really thinking.I didn’t have to look far.I’d been tagged in a video from Montana—me, barefoot onstage, hair wind-tangled and wild, singing Happier Than Ever. The rawness in my voice came through even in the low-quality recording, like it was stitched with everything I hadn’t said out loud that week. My stomach clenched.That day had felt electric and hollow all at once. Teddy and I had barely spoken. He’d avoided

Sadie, Ellie, and I buzzed around the penthouse suite, laughter mixing with upbeat music as we got ready for our Vegas night out. Makeup brushes, outfit choices, and discarded clothing sprawled across the furniture, creating the perfect storm of glam chaos. “Blue, turn away from the mirror,” Sadie commanded playfully, tapping my shoulder. “It’s supposed to be a surprise!” “Fine, fine,” I laughed, obediently turning my chair away, eyes shut. I felt Sadie expertly blending eyeshadow and gently brushing mascara onto my lashes. Finally, she tapped my shoulder again. “Okay, look.” I spun around and opened my eyes, surprised by the reflection staring back at me. I’d expected Vegas glam—glitter, smoky eyes, bold lips—but instead, Sadie had embraced my natural look. A soft glow warmed my cheeks, subtle shimmer danced across my eyelids, and my lips were touched with just a hint of gloss. My hair cascaded down in loose, beachy waves. “Wow,” I whispered, touching my cheek. “I actually look li

The bass hit me in the chest the second we stepped into Omnia. Lights flickered and danced across the sea of bodies, casting everyone in flashes of gold and violet. The air was thick with perfume, sweat, and the undeniable electricity of a Vegas night at its peak. Music pulsed through the walls, the kind of beat that made it impossible to stand still. Our group moved through the crowd toward the velvet-rope section reserved for us. Teddy’s hand brushed the small of my back, a light touch that sent heat down my spine. When we reached the table, drinks were ordered—rounds of shots and fruity cocktails that hit fast and hard. My head buzzed with tequila, laughter, and Teddy’s scent, warm and spicy as he leaned in. I wrapped my arms around his neck and kissed him. It started soft, but I got carried away. His hands tightened around my waist as my tongue slid against his. A little too intense for public, maybe, but I didn’t care. Let them watch. I wanted everyone in this place to know who

Teddy reached into his pocket, pulled out the key card, and swiped it. The light blinked green. He pushed the door open, and there he was—Tyler. Tail wagging like he’d been counting the seconds since we left. I dropped to my knees and let him knock the air out of me with a happy bark and a slobbery kiss to the cheek. “Missed you too, buddy,” I muttered, scratching behind his ears. Teddy closed the door behind us and ruffled Tyler’s fur as he passed. “Come on,” he said, nodding toward the hallway. We walked to the bedroom. I peeled off my shoes, letting the soft carpet take the ache out of my feet. Teddy disappeared into the bathroom. I heard the faucet twist, then the sound of rushing water. I didn’t follow him right away—I just stood there, watching him work through the open door. He checked the water with his hand. Dropped in something that fizzed and turned the water a soft pink. Steam started to rise, and he rolled his sleeves up to his elbows. He looked up and caught me wat