Once again I got inspired by music.

Song: "Appreciate", by Nick Jonas.

Pairing(s): Jalex

Warnings/Spoilers: Death, incest.

Oneshot.

-x-

Jerry Russo was going back home in a cold night. He was speaking to Justin on his cellphone while he drove.

"So…you think Alex's going to like her present?" he asked his son.

"I'm sure she will dad."

"Well, good…is everything ready?"

"Yeah dad, the cake's in the fridge and I called Harper, she's on her way."

"It's going to be a good family celebration."Jerry smiled, thinking of how Alex would be happy to spend her birthday with her best friend and family. She hadn't wanted anything big, as always.

Suddenly, a huge truck appeared from nowhere. It was out of control, zigzagging on the road.

Jerry only had time to yell in horror before it hit his car.

There's a man dying on the side of the road,

Won't make it home tonight.

He was driving fast on his cell phone,

That's how he left this life. (humm)

The car was thrown to one side, hitting the floor. An excruciating pain ran through Jerry's body as he gasped for air. Blood was everywhere. His vision started blurring.

While he was hangin' by a thread

these were the final words he said

The only thing he could think of was his family. He'd never see them again. A wave of pain hit him.

Alex…his baby girl. He wouldn't be able to see her. Tears slid down his face.

My girl turns sweet sixteen today,

She's beautiful, so beautiful.

It might get rough sometimes

But I hope she keeps her faith.(hope she keeps her faith)

I wish I grabbed the chance to say to her

He never thought dying could be so painful. A new wave of pain hit him as he gave a last gasp for air.

"Alex…" he whispered before he gave in.

Life is too short so take the time and appreciate

Theresa was in the kitchen, cooking her famous quesadillas, when she heard the phone ring.

"Hello?"

"Mrs. Russo?"

"Yes, it's me."

"Well, good night, I'm Ted, from the police department. And…I'm afraid I have some bad news…it's your husband…"

Theresa froze.

"…he just died in a car accident. I'm very sorry, Mrs. Russo."

Theresa's hand shuddered as tears began sliding down her face.

"T-thank you for warning me officer…g-good night." She hung up the phone and broke down in tears, collapsing on her knees.

There's a woman crying on the kitchen floor,

She got a call tonight.

She was now walking towards Alex's room. She knocked on the door and heard a "Come in." from Alex.

Alex froze when she saw that her mom had tears on her face.

"Mom…what's wrong?" she asked, shyly. Theresa sat down next to her and hugged her tight.

Now she's trembling outside her daughter's door

Walks in and holds her tight (humm)

Justin and Max appeared. "Mom? Why're you crying?" asked Justin, worried. Theresa made a sign for them to sit down. They did so, sitting on Alex's bed next to them.

Wondering how and where to start,

Is there a way to shield her heart?

"Your father…h-he died in a car accident…" she said between sobs. The three siblings gasped, their eyes widening in shock.

"No…it can't be, mom…" said Alex, her eyes tearing. Justin stayed silent, his head lowered. Max still had a shocked look as he hugged his mom.

My girl turns sweet sixteen today,

She's beautiful, so beautiful.

It might get rough sometimes

But I hope she keeps her faith.(hope she keeps her faith)

I wish I grabbed the chance to say to her

Life is too short so take the time and appreciate.

Theresa had left to her room. Max had gone with her, as he refused to stay alone. Alex just stayed on her bed, in shock, tears rolling down her face.

Any but a loving way

get hurt along the way

She looked up and saw Justin standing on her doorway. He was staring at her, trying to figure what to say.

"Alex…" he started, his voice cracking. She waited for him to speak, but instead, he got closer to her and wrapped his arms around her.

Don't be afraid to open up

And use the time you have before it fades

She sobbed into his shoulder and he tightened his grip around her, gently massaging her back to calm her.

Show your love today

They stayed like that, holding on to eachother. No words were necessary. They were sharing the same pain. The pain of loosing a father.

My girl turns sweet sixteen today,

She's beautiful, so beautiful.

It might get rough sometimes

But I hope she keeps her faith.(hope she keeps her faith)

I wish I grabbed chance to say to her

When they finally let go of eachother, Justin stared into Alex's eyes.

"Justin…?"

"Alex…"

Life is too short so take the time and appreciate.

"Life is too short." He said, before pressing his lips against hers. She was surprised at first, but then kissed him back, wrapping her arms around his neck.

They broke apart, their arms still around eachother.

"I love you."

"I love you too."

Life is too short so take the time and appreciate.

-x-

Ok…this is the very first fic I wrote that got me so emotional…

Anyway, I wanna know if you liked it.