A Nelena Love Story

Chapter 1. Always The After Party

Selena's POV

"Selena! Come on we were supposed to be there for 6:30. It's already 7:15 what's TAKING you so long?" Demi yelled while knocking on the bathroom door. I checked myself once over to make sure i was the closest i could get to perfection: hair curly and down, smoky eyes and peach color gloss. I had my BCBG bright red strapless dress on, followed by my black peep-toe heels that made my legs look great. Well, this is as good as it's gonna get.. i thought to myself. Besides, this was just another premiere. The same old "Smile, Pose, and Move On to The Next Interviewer". It was nothing new to me by now, but i could still never seem to wrap my head around the whole celebrity thing. As weird as it seems, i still get zits, i have my bad hair days. I fight with my friends, and lastly, my biggest flaw: i still get starstruck.

I closed my gold clutch, turned off the light in the bathroom, and opened the door. There stood Demi, in a short black dress, with silver pumps. She looked great, as always. Of course, she could wear a paper bag and her boyfriend Joe would still think she walked on water. She didn't have to do anything to make him want her, it was effortless. Then there was me. Left to impress the best looking, most talented teenager i know. Nick Jonas.

"Here we are ladies" the driver told us. Demi grabbed my hand and opened the door. As soon as we took one step onto the pavement there were flashes popping and voices shouting over one another.

"Selena! How does it feel to work in a movie with your best friend!"

"Demi! Over here! What's your role in-"

"Girls! Smile for a picture!"

Demi and I linked arms and smiled for the cameras, and after 10 minutes of interviews or so, we went crowd scanning. It didn't take very long for Demi to find who she was looking for- I looked up and saw Kevin, Joe and Nick sitting around a glass table, laughing about some joke Joe had just told. "Selena, come on! Don't be so nervous!" I couldn't help but blush when I caught a glimpse of Nick. He was in black dress pants, a white button-down shirt with his sleeves neatly rolled up, and a skinny blue tie. Before I could think twice, Demi grabbed my hand and started walking towards the boys.

"Demi! Selena! My two favourite girls!" Kevin jumped up and gave us both a hug. "Hey Kev, how have you been?" I asked him. " Great! We're just happy the tour's over and we can just hang out for a bit, you know?" "Yeah, well that's fun! We'll have to all get together some time!" I said, glancing over at Nick, who was drinking a diet coke, not noticing me. " For sure, i missed my favourite girls!" He said before sitting back down. As i was leaning down to hug Joe, i could see he was already busy with Demi. Or should i say, Demi's lips. I decided I'd talk to him later, and moved onto Nick. Here goes nothing.

He looked up at me, putting his can down, and running a hand through his hair. I was trying to think of something cute to say besides "hi". God, why did this have to be so hard? Why did he have to look like that? Or smile like that?

"Hey you" Nick said smoothly pulling me onto his lap.

"H-hey Nick" I said, trying to stop from blushing, and putting a piece of hair behind my ear.

"How have you been?" He said putting a hand on my shoulder and rubbing it slightly. Okay. This shouldn't be so hard. IT'S JUST NICK. Doesn't he know every time he touches me my heart melts? Or that every time he gives me his full smile i never want to look away? He has no idea i'm completely in love with him.

" Hmm. A little stressed, but i'm handling it" WHAT IS WRONG WITH ME? JUST SAY YOU'RE FINE, SEL.

"But much better now that i'm here right?"

" R-right. Much better" I smiled shyly, and stared right into his eyes.

"You look stunning tonight, by the way. Who you trying to impress?" Oh god. I blushed for about the 8 millionth time. "No one, just figured i better look good incase i meet anyone interesting" There you go. You're fine, Sel. Just stay collected. " I see. Anyone catch your eye yet?" Nick said, his hands sliding down my dress to my hips, where he rested them. " I'm not sure yet.. this premiere just started, and there's always the after party right?" I said, biting my lip. TRYING to be the least bit flirty. I think it was working. " Of course. There's ALWAYS the after party. You know, Sel, i really missed you while we were on tour. I mean texting was fun but i'm just glad we can hangout now. For a while" Nick said softly. What does that mean? He missed me... like a friend? Or REALLY missed me?

" I missed you too, Nick. I promise we'll hangout as much as you want."

"Good. How about tomorrow? Just us?" JUST US? Does he want time alone with me? Does that mean anything?

"Sure! I mean we've got ALOT to catch up on!" I said, telling myself it was a friend thing. Trying not to get my hopes up.

"Great! I'll pick you up okay? Let's say 10:30. I know you like sleeping in, but this is for me" He smiled and rubbed up and down my dress. It wasn't very reassuring. How much self control did i have? Especially ALONE with him. Who knows what i might say or do.

" Okay. Just for you- I said, getting up off his lap. "Demi, common let's go find food I'm starving". Demi pulled away from what looked like a long overdue make-out session with Joe, ran her fingers through her hair, and stood up. " Okay, i'll see you at the after party Joseph" She said smiling. He smiled back at her and winked. " Can't wait". I took her hand once again and we made our way to the buffet.

Chapter 2. Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Nick's POV

" Sooooo. When are you gonna ask her out Nick?" I heard my brother Joe scoot next to me and put his hand on my shoulder. " Ask out? Who?" I asked nervously, rubbing the back of my neck. " Selena you idiot" Kevin added. Him and Joe gave eachother a look like they were geniuses. " Selena? What do you mean guys we're just friends common" I said. Hoping they'd just drop it and leave it alone. " Oh COMMON Nick, how stupid do you think we are? We all know she's OBSESSED with you. Didn't you see how nervous she was? And we all know you like her, too. So just admit it, and ASK HER OUT" Joe lightly punched me in the arm, and gave me a nod. " Okay. Fine." I said, hoping they wouldn't intervene, and just let me do it my own way. " You know, Nick, she did look pretty good tonight" Kevin said. " Yeah Kev. I NOTICED thank you" I said sarcastically. " Calm down bud, she's all yours" Joe added, smiling. " Go get her" Kevin said, pulling my arm, urging me to get off the couch we were reclining on. I got up, ran my hand through my hair and went to look for Selena. The girl who might just be the girl of my dreams.

I must have walked around the entire first floor, checking every place i could for Selena. I didn't find her anywhere. After about half an hour of searching, i gave up and made my back to the couch my brothers were still sitting on.

-"Joe you can't just do that we all made promises this is one girl!"

-"Kevin, honestly don't pretend like you and Danielle haven't. If you're going to give me your opinion at least be honest!" I had no idea what they were talking about but i cut in- " Guys calm down. What are you two arguing about?

"Kevin is telling me I can't sleep with Demi when he's ALREADY slept with Dani!"

" And I'm TRYING to tell him that it's a completely different situation." I was confused. First of all- Joe thinking of having sex? Second- Kevin already HAD sex?

"Woah hang on a minute. You slept with Dani?" Kevin seemed nervous and looked down. " Well, yeah. We're in love, i'm old enough, i mean i know i'm going to marry her. I didn't wanna wait I guess." Joe looked at me. " Which is why I don't see how it's any different that i sleep with Demi! I want to marry her we've been dating for 6 months!" They started arguing again, something along the lines of Joe not knowing what love is and how he'd regret it. Before it could go any further, I got up and sat in between them. It's ridiculous how immature they are, when I'm the youngest. " Listen, guys. I get it Kevin, you're just looking out for him but honestly, he knows when he's ready. I don't think it's your place to tell him what he should or shouldn't be doing with his girlfriend." Joe peered at Kevin from behind my shoulder, giving him a death stare. Kevin rolled his eyes. " Yeah, okay. But Joe, better make sure you know what you're doing." Joe laughed softly. " Don't worry bro, i know exactly what im doing."

3 hours later

Selena's POV

I looked around the dance floor, trying to find Demi. With the loud pounding music, the mosh pit of people grinding, and smoke, it was almost impossible to see my own hand in front of me. The only glow was coming from the flickering strobe light, and i clumsily made my way to the EXIT sign, hoping to find Demi outside. I pushed the heavy metal handle, and stepped outside, breathing in the fresh air. Behind me the music was only a baseline, a faint sound, and finally i could hear myself think. I sat down on the curb, and called Demi. No answer. I heard footsteps walking towards me, and looked up hoping to see my best friend. Knowing my luck, i wasn't surprised to find Nick Jonas leaning down to sit beside me.

"Hey stranger" Nick said, giving me that heart melting smile of his.

"Hmm.. fancy running into you out here huh?" I said, taking in all of him.

"Yeah. I don't know if you can help me out. I'm looking for my best friend, have you seen her?"

"I'm not sure, what's she like?" I asked him, looking confused.

"Well. She's got long dark hair, eyes I could get lost in. The cutest little button nose I've ever seen, and a smile that I'd die for. Great legs, too." He added with a smirk. I tried my best to breathe. Nick Jonas feels the same way as I feel about him. Okay, maybe he's not in love with me, but this is DEFINATLY a start, right?

" Wow. She sounds beautiful. She's pretty lucky to have a guy like you as a boyfriend. Well- i mean, not a BOYFRIEND, just like a guy-friend. You know, who listens. Well- i mean, not LISTENS, but is there too-"

" Has anyone ever told you you talk too much?" Nick said, scooting closer to me, so that our arms were brushing. He leaned down, brushed my cheek with his hand and pulled me into him. I closed my eyes, and felt my lips reach his. This was the best feeling in the world. I was kissing Nick Jonas. I had dreamed about this for months, and NOW IT WAS HAPPENING. Wake up, Sel, CONCENTRATE.

I felt his tongue graze my lower lip, and i parted my mouth, gladly letting his tongue do whatever it wanted with mine. I wrapped my fingers around his neck, bringing us even closer. His other arm slid across my waist, pressing my chest against his. I gently pressed my tongue against his, and he slowly moved his in circles, creating a rhythm i could keep up forever. My fingers tangled in his hair, and he intensified the kiss. Our tongues were exploring each other's mouths now, and my heart was beating so fast i thought it was going to burst out of my chest. I pulled away for air, keeping my forehead pressed into his neck, breathing in the familiar scent that I loved. I kept my head there for a while, panting as he buried his face into my hair. He rubbed my back in circles, and i lifted my head up, meeting his gaze. He had the biggest smile I'd ever seen on his face, and i let out a sigh.

"What's wrong, Sel?" Nick asked looking worried, putting his strong hands behind my neck. "Nothing. I'm amazing. You just have no idea how long I've been waiting for that" I said, gazing into his warm chocolate eyes. I felt his thumb on my cheek. " Probably just as long as I've been dreaming of doing it?" He said. "So, about tomorrow.." Nick rubbed the back of his neck nervously, like he always did when he was thinking about something. " I think the beach would be the perfect place for a first date, don't you Mr. Jonas?" Nick stood up smiling, and took my hands, lifting me up. "We'll have to wait and see, won't we?"