Chapter 1: Decision
This is my first try at writing a fan fiction; hope that you guys enjoy it. There is probably some bad spelling/grammar. If you let me know, I will fix it :).
Disclaimer: I do not own Gossip Girl characters, except those character I created by myself.
Rated T: for language
Chuck's POV
After the tragic event at the hospital, he never sees her again. He remember very clear how's everything happened. Blair was beyond angry. First, she told Jenny to get the hell off this island. If she ever saw her, again there would be major problems. Then, she let him have it. At first, he tried to reason with her — he was so upset about the whole Empire State Building thing— but she did not want to hear it. In her mind, the whole night never happened. Blair and Chuck's reunion was over before it even began. He needs escape, so he went to Prague, Czech Republic by his own. He needs to be alone to know who he is because he's not Chuck Bass without Blair Waldorf.
Blair's POV
She will never forget that tragic moment where suddenly the "happy ending" that she imagined with him ruin because of that bitch f*ing Humphrey. No, she needs to stop. No one can ruin or affect her like this. She is Blair Waldorf, Queen B of Constance, nobody ever dare to cross her. All she needs to do is having an escapade to forget all things happened. Paris, France. Yes, it is the perfect place to forget all bad memories. She can stay at her daddy's chateau and vineyard, enjoy the scenery of France, shopping, macaroons, all good things that can fill her day which not in New York now. Summer in France, here Blair Waldorf comes.
She picks up her cell phone and call Serena. She needs her right now. "Hi S, any plan for summer?"
"Nothing so far. Why would you ask B?"
"Well if you have nothing so far then why don't you join me this summer to my father's chateau in France. If you want to of course."
"Of course B, I'd love to."
Summer is coming, our favorite Queen B and It Girl S will spend their summer in France together. Oh lala. Can't wait to hear our favorite girls' scandal in Paris. You Know You Love Me XOXO Gossip Girl.
Summer in Valley de la Loire Chateau, France three months later.
It's been 2 months Blair and Serena spend their summer at Blair's father chateau. They spent whole day in two months exploring each part of France and all great spot they provide. Like the previous day, Blair and Serena ready to explore more great spots in Paris such as museum, library and not to forget boutiques such as Jimmy Choo and St. Yves Laurent. As she run downstairs toward dining room, Blair in mini white dress, which accessorized with brown leather belt and silver-colored gladiator sandals, greets her father and his lover.
"Good morning daddy." Blair kiss her father's both cheek then greets Roman, "Good morning to you too Roman." Eating breakfast with her daddy and Roman becomes a tradition every time she visits them. "Where's Serena, Blair Bear?"
"Well she's still in shower. She said that she'll skip breakfast and will have one on our way to the city today."
"What's your plan for today my belle?" Roman always call her that way because he thinks that Blair is truly beautiful, different kind of beauty that even Serena doesn't have it as an It Girl.
"Well, today I and Serena are going to shopping at the Golden Triangle, a little visit to Galeries Lafayette and after that we'll have a dinner at the Café Louis Philippe and back home after."
"Wow, sounds great my belle."
"Morning Blair, Harold, Roman." Serena greets all of them when she approaches dining room in yellow short sundress that stop above her knee and a pair of golden gladiators. "Sorry that I skipped breakfast. I'm just not in the mood to eat; maybe a cup of coffee is more than great for me. Patricia, could you get me a cup of coffee please? Thank you." Patricia is Harold's maid since he moved to France. She has ability as good as Dorota. "Of course Miss Serena, I'll get it for you. Here you go, your coffee just like the way you love it, with honey and cream."
"Thanks Patricia, I feel honored that you still remember." Serena looks at the maid and giving her biggest grin.
Are you finishing B? We can go now if you are."
"Well I am Serena. Passons maintenant. Paris attendspour nous del'explorer.Byedaddy, bye Roman.Rendezvousce soir."
Spotted: Two of our favorite UES-ers spent the summer making Paris their own. If you didn't know any better you'd think these native NYC-ers were born and bred Parisian. Can you say best summer ever? As for the girls dating life in Paris, I did get a few reports of Serena out with random Frenchmen. Really, would you expect anything less from the blond beauty? However, for Blair, I have not received any news. But that doesn't mean she was alone all summer. We all know Blair. She's a bit more reserved when it comes to boys. Especially after all that happened with you know who…XOXO Gossip Girl
JFK, New York.
His heart pounding hard. It's been a while since his departure from New York. Now he's back in town. He went almost to all places, Prague, London, Italy, India, Hong Kong, Macau, Thailand, Fiji, even Hawaii. Nothing makes him feel better. Nothing makes him forget. Everywhere he goes, Blair always caught in his mind. Blair Waldorf, love of his life.
"Welcome home Mr. Bass, It's very nice to see you again."
"Hello Arthur, It's nice to see you again too. I am so glad to be back home. All feel familiar. Take me to The Palace, please."
"Right away sir."
Valley de la Loire Chateau, France.
The summer was coming to an end. Serena was fine with it since her few months were action packed with lots of random boys here and there. Blair, on the other hand, hadn't found love yet. She hadn't even found like. Serena was packing. Serena was preparing herself back to New York. Blair decided to live and spend her time in France with her father, go to 'Université de Poitiers to continue her study. Stay away from New York, away from him. Blair told Serena about her decision several days ago that she will stay in France with her father and Roman for a while and not going to go back to New York in near time. Blair begged her to stay. She needed her best friend. The truth was Blair was still hurting after everything that happened with Chuck. She may have seemed okay but she totally wasn't. She was broken. "S, can't you stay here longer? I need you. I am going to miss you. Why don't you join me here, stay with me, daddy and Roman." "I'm sorry B. Not that I do not want to, but you know that I already accepted at Columbia. So do you Blair. Why don't you come back with me and we go to Columbia together."
Perhaps going to Columbia with one another will be good for them. They could even get closer than before, like real sister. What a big temptation. However, no, she's not ready yet. "I'm sorry S. You know I...I...I am not ready yet. Please understand that. Well you can visit me here, or I'll visit you there, when I'm ready."
"I understand B. I really do." They hugging as they will never meet again.
"Promise me something S, no matter what happen; don't let anyone know that I stay with my daddy here. Just tell then I went somewhere else, especially him. You know who I meant by him S, right? I just, I don't want to be found yet. Just let me be out of radar. It's all that I asked from you S. Can you make it for me?"
"I promise B. Anything for your happiness."
It is going to be a hard work to hide from all people. She doesn't know how long it will last, but she hopes at least until Blair ready.
Palace Hotel Ballroom a week later. Chuck was back in New York a week ago and he was just in time for one of the biggest events in New York: Bass Industry Annual Charity Gala. This would be the perfect opportunity to introduce the new him to everybody. Many people were happy to see him. Lily was probably the most one, well, and Nate too. Chuck was determined to prove to everyone he had changed. In addition, he wanted to make the best sort of first impression he could. He will pursue his Business Study at Columbia and in the same time take his legacy at Bass Industry as the CEO of Bass Industry and prove that he's worth it. So when it came time to announce the charity Chuck or should we say Bass Industry would be donating to, it was no surprise that he created an entirely new one. "Good evening ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for coming to the Bass Industry Annual Charity Gala. Me, Charles Bartholomew Bass, standing here as my father's representation, proudly announced that Bass Industry is going to donate 10 million dollar to Evelyn Bass Breast Cancer Foundation. I also take this opportunity to announce that I will in charge as CEO of Bass Industry starting tomorrow." All people in the ballroom clap their hands, some with excitement but some of them clapped their hands just like fulfilling an obligation. This is the only way he can distract his mind from Blair. He needs to be just like his father in order to forget Blair, drown himself in study and Bass Industry. Lily approaches him and hugs him. "I'm proud of you Charles, and I know your father will feel the same too. His only son has grown up to be a man that matures, responsible and have a future-vision ahead. And I believe that Bass Industry will reach its glory with you."
"Well thank you Lily. I could never make it through without your help and guidance."
"No Charles, I do nothing. You do it by your own, I only stand by your side and give my support to you. I should head back home, Eric having fever at home and Serena will be back home tomorrow. Bye Charles."
Serena. Hearing her name, her stepsister name makes him feel electricity jolted in his veins. Because her name connected to someone that lay inside his heart: Blair Waldorf. If Serena get back to town means that certain brunette will be around soon.
At Van der Bass apartment
"Mom, I'm home."
"Serena, I'm glad you back. You don't know how much I miss you." Lily approaches Serena then kisses her both cheeks. "How's your trip? Do you guys have fun?"
"Of course mom. Summer with Blair is magnificent, but she decided to stay longer and in France with her daddy, before head back to college. And she also decided to head to Oxford, London to pursue her study which makes me go to Columbia alone." She remembers her promise to Blair that she decides to make an alibi for her. At least people would believe she's around London not France.
"Well it's her choice Serena. Nothing we can do to force her back here to New York. Unless she want it to. We know how stubborn she is when it comes to her decision."
"Yes, I know mom. It's Blair Waldorf we've talking about for god sake." Both mother and daughter laugh in unison.
"Am I interrupting something?"
"Hello Chuck, long times no see." Serena waving at him with big grin plastered on her face.
"Hello Charles, and no you're not interrupting anything. We just have a little chat, girl-chat kind of. What bring you here dear?"
"Well, I stopped by to hand you some document for my arrival as the new CEO of Bass Industry. And by the way sis, we will have so much time hanged around together at Columbia since I'll take Study of Business and Management there."
".God. Are you serious Chuck? I cannot believe it. At last, I am not going to be alone there. I'll have you around for good."
Chuck has that confused-look plastered all over his face. Isn't Blair going to be around? Should I ask Serena about it? No, not now. After all, I will figure it out soon.
Authors Note: I am so excited and nervous; it's my first piece f writing. Please read and review!
XOXO
