A/N: I am having an off day so I decided to try and write a one-shot. Disclaimer to Big Time Rush. Rated T for some language. Sorry if this seemed rushed.
A Not So Bad Day
James' Point of View
Today has been horrible. I am almost positive that nothing could make this day better.
It all started when I slept through the alarm. In my hurry to leave for work I accidently put on two different shoes. I skipped breakfast as a way to try to make up for lost time, then because of traffic was late for work anyways. Of course, because I arrived late, now I can't take a lunch break.
So to sum it all up, I am pretty pissed off.
My phone started ringing so I answered trying to not sound annoyed. "Hello?"
"Hey babe." I sighed as I heard my boyfriend's cheerful voice.
"Hi Kendall. Look, I really don't have time to talk…"
"Well I was by your building and hoping-" Did he just cut me off? Oh hell no.
"Like I said, I don't have time. I have to go I'll see you at home" I snapped before hanging up. I cursed quietly and ran my hands through my hair. Great, another thing to add to my list. Snapping at Kendall and having to make it up to him.
I stood up and stretched before heading to the bathroom. I didn't care if there was work to be done, I had to pee. People should be allowed to pee if they have to, and I really needed a break. I took the longest path and walked as slow as I possibly could.
As I was washing my hands I glanced in the mirror. I inspected my reflection closely. There was a friggin stain on my shirt! It was small, but still there. How the hell did that get there? I didn't eat anything. I groaned and started back for my office.
Once I arrived I noticed a yellow sticky note neatly on my desk. I picked it up and read it.
Keep this, it will come in handy. I'm not mad at you; I know you must be having a bad day. I love you ~Kendall
The m in mad was circled for some reason. I shrugged it off and set it to the side. I was glad that Kendall wasn't mad at me.
Finally, it was the end of the day. I gathered all of my things and grabbed my bag to put it all inside. There was another yellow sticky note at the bottom. I knew it had to be from Kendall.
I hope your day got at least a little bit better. I will be at home waiting for you. I love you ~Kendall
This time the y in day was circled. Ok, there had to be a point to these. I slipped my jacket on and reached inside the pocket for the keys.
Surprise, surprise. There was another sticky note there. How did he have time to do this? Was I really taking that long during my little bathroom adventure? This note read:
I promise there is a point to these. Hurry home soon, ok? I love you ~Kendall
Now the question mark was circled. I was really confused over what Kendall was trying to do. I gathered all three notes and put them in my pocket before heading for my car.
I walked past the secretary, Liz. I waved as I passed, but her voice stopped me. "I have something for you, James." I raised my eyebrows as she handed me a sticky note. I am completely intrigued by this whole sticky note thing.
In case you haven't guessed, there's a surprise for you at the end of the sticky notes. I bet you can't come even close to guessing what it is ;) ~Kendall P.S. I love you
A was circled in case. Now that I know the purpose of the notes, I can't wait to find more. I thanked Liz and wished her a good night. I hustled to the car, eager to get home and see Kendall and find more notes.
I jogged in the parking lot before reaching my car and unlocking it. I saw another note stuck beneath the windshield wipers and carefully grabbed it before reading it.
There are only three notes left after this one. You are getting closer. Now you have something to look forward to. I love you ~Kendall
The e in Kendall was circled. Once I got home I would write all of the circled letters down. I am determined to figure this surprise out. Maybe it would be enough to help erase the crappiness of my day.
I sped home, impatient to see my boyfriend and discover his surprise. I thought of all the things it could possibly be. Will it be dinner at a really nice restaurant? Even better, maybe we will go on a vacation!
I parked and ran up the steps to where I knew Kendall was. I unlocked and opened the door before closing it and setting my keys on the table. I hung my jacket up in the closet and searched the apartment for Kendall.
I found him lounging on the couch watching some weird show on the television. He barely glanced at me but I could see the smirk on his face he was trying to hide.
"So…" I began as I fingered the sticky notes I had collected. There were three more somewhere. "Yes?" Kendall replied as if he didn't know what I was after. I groaned. "Kendaaaaaall!" His smirk widened.
"Yeah babe?" This was not getting me anywhere. Obviously he wasn't going to help me solve the note mystery. I sighed in defeat. "Are you hungry?" The brain works best when fed, as I like to believe.
"Sure. Will you make a box of Mac N Cheese?" I raised my eyebrows at the random choice but shrugged anyways. "Sure. I'll go make it." Mac N Cheese? I put water in a pot and put in on the stove to boil.
I pulled down the box of Mac N Cheese to see a note attached to it. I smiled and read it excitedly.
You found another one. Thanks for making dinner! I love you very much ~Kendall
The r on dinner was circled. As soon as we finished eating, I needed to start trying to solve the puzzle. I ended my train of thoughts and focused my attention on making dinner.
As soon as it was done, I divided it into two bowls and carried them to the couch. I handed one to Kendall and he accepted it with a smile. "Thanks Jamie."
I sat beside him and ate my macaroni. Where will the next note be? As soon as we were both finished, Kendall offered to do the dishes because I cooked. I went into the bathroom to wash my hands and noticed the yellow sticky on the mirror right away.
Not my best hiding spot, I know. You are almost done. Dying of anticipation yet? Love, Kendall
The m in almost was circled. I exited the bathroom and sat back on the couch with a notebook and pen. I gathered the seven notes from Kendall and wrote each circled thing down.
M y ? a e r m
What the hell is he trying to say? I groaned and set the notebook down beside me.
Kendall flopped down on the couch and threw his arm around my shoulders. I snuggled into him and sighed. Even after finding the last note I would have to decode whatever it meant. This suddenly seemed like a lot of work.
"What are you thinking about?" Kendall asked as he pulled me closer into him. I rolled my eyes knowing it would be useless to tell the truth. "I was thinking about how I snapped at you earlier. I'm sorry I took out my frustration on you." I felt him shrug underneath my head.
"It's ok I forgive you. Just remember how cool with it I was in case I snap at you for no reason in the future." I didn't bother pointing out the fact that he had interrupted me, knowing that I hate it when people do that.
I turned my head into his neck and inhaled his scent. I closed my eyes and tried to push today from my mind.
"Jamie?" I hummed in response.
"You should probably go to bed. You had a long day." I groaned. I was so comfortable that I didn't want to move.
"As soon as this show is over, I will come join you." He kissed my forehead before turning back to the TV. I reluctantly stood up and stumbled into the bedroom. As soon as Kendall's show ended, he would become my pillow.
After brushing my teeth and washing my face I lifted the covers and sank into them. The moment my head hit my pillow, I heard a crinkling. I lifted my head and felt a note caught in my hair. I turned the lamp on and read what it said.
Ta da! Here is the last one. I hope you enjoyed this activity. I bet once you figure this whole thing out, your day will have turned a 180. Good luck unscrambling! Yes, I still love you :) ~Kendall
The final letter circled was an r. I debated between figuring this out now and waiting until tomorrow. Oh, who am I kidding? Patience has never been something I'm good at.
I remembered the circled items. M y ? r
What did it mean? I am dying to solve this mystery. I worked out different puzzles until finally... "Oh my god!" Was this for real?
"I take it you got the message?" I turned around to see Kendall standing there holding his hands behind his back.
I was utterly speechless. I can't believe what is about to happen.
He got down on one knee revealing a box and a rose and I couldn't stop the tears from falling.
"I have been waiting to do this for a while, and I figured now would be a good time. What's a better way to cheer you up? Although it isn't super romantic, James Dylan Diamond will you marry me?" The tears continued to fall as I threw myself into his arms and nodded. "Yes, of course." I tried not to sob like a baby as he slipped the ring onto my finger.
As I pulled away, I thought back to his speech. I glanced at our matching attire of sweats and tank tops before grinning like a fool. "I don't care that we aren't at some fancy restaurant all dressed up. The way you asked was perfect. I love you."
I kissed my now fiancée passionately before pulling him to bed with me. As soon as the covers were surrounding us, I attached myself to his side. Before finally drifting off to sleep I whispered to Kendall "Thank you for an unforgettable day."
A/N: Well I believe the ending sucked. I don't really know where this idea came from. Review please?
