Well here it is my first ever fanfiction so I hope anyone who reads this will like it; these two are one of my OTPs!

As usual Disclaimer: I do not own Homestuck or any of its characters

Chapter 1:

"It's beautiful" I whisper aloud to myself, as I look around the grand hall of the Lalonde mansion where (Roxy's mum) Rose and kanaya's wedding reception is being held. It looks like an old aristocrat's house; the ceiling is hung with a crystal chandelier hanging in the centre.

"You like it Jakey?" Roxy questioned as she shuffled next to me. I turned towards her, Surprised to find that she had kept her promise to not touch a drop until the reception was well on its way.

"It is positively splendid my dear" Adoration present in my voice. She seemed pleased by my response and gave me a warm smile.

"Yeah this place never seems to stop being beautiful, whether it's done up or not" She said in awe, her face lighting up, looking over the happy couple and friends.

"You're correct, beauty will never fade in some things, no matter what it has been through" My voice slightly cracked as my eyes drifted over to a certain blonde, hidden behind pointy dark shades…Dirk Strider. Even being my ex-boyfriend I couldn't help my eyes being glued to him; He looked stunning in his suit, it was a traditional form fitting black jacket and trousers contrasting a white dress shirt.

A smirk tugged at my mouth as I noticed the bright orange converse accompanied with a matching tie hanging loosely from his neck. Our choices weren't much different except I had a green bow tie, also matching with green converse. Going out with him certainly had an effect on how I dressed for formal occasions from numerous occasions of Dirk stopping me from wearing my favourite green suit. It wasn't that bad.

"You love him still, don't you?" Roxy had noticed my gaze upon Dirk and knew my mind better than me.

All I replied was "yes" that one work spoken was filled with so much longing and hurt as I tore my eyes away from him.

She only stared at me with wide pink eyes mouthing the words 'wow'.

"What?"

"I will help"

"Help, with what dear Roxy?" waiting for a reply that I would probably regret. Who knows what schemes were running through a Lalonde's mind. Frankly I didn't want to find out but it was inevitable that she'd continue to tell me.

"I'm going to get you two back together of course!" She clapped both her hands together and giggled at me, as if her plan was obvious. She continued to grin as she mumbled to herself "But how? Maybe making him jealous would work…I'd need a victim" Roxy hummed to herself scanning the crowd.

"Roxy" I held her hand grabbing her attention "I love you for doing this…but is it really the best way?"

"Yes"

"Why?"

"Because he is doing it right now with…that slut" She coughed out the ending motioning towards a gorgeous raven haired girl, wearing barely what could be called a dress in bright red, which clung to her body as she hung from his body pressed as close as anyone could humanly get.

"Why is he with a girl?" Roxy questioned as she stared at the two.

"Well um you know he prefers guys but girls are okay too" I sighed.

"Fuck, he is going to ruin this party with that whore" The words that spilled from Roxy's mouth definitely were not what I was used to.

"Roxy, it's fine! Let's just go down there and talk to our friends" My eyes followed the clusters of people around and feel upon some familiar faces "There's Gamzee and Karkat" I pointed towards the two getting my hand swatted by Roxy. It's quite rude to point and still a bad habit of mine.

We descended the stairs together. Waving like an idiot I managed to catch Gamzee's attention who waved back as I heard giggling burst from Roxy.

I didn't realise that almost every pair of eyes were staring at the two of us together, including a pair of carefully concealed orange eyes.

Missing the last step I jumped into Gamzee's outstretched arms; we were close friends and hadn't seen each other for a while since the vacation Karkat and Gamzee decided to go on.

"I've missed you" I couldn't stop the smile that plastered my face.

"YoU tWo MoThErFuCkEr"

"They both are really close, aren't they Karkitty?" Roxy chuckled.

"NICE TO SEE YOU TOO ROXY. I'M FUCKING FINE BY THE WAY"

After Gamzee released me from my grip I quickly hugged the crabby Karkat, glad to hear his voice. "Did you have fun on vacation Karkat?"

A blush crept across his face as his eyes flicked to Gamzee and then back to me.

"YEAH" He mumbled under his breath.

"That's great! I'm glad Gamzee didn't wear you out my friend" I chuckled at Karkats reaction which was not amusement at all.

"WHAT!"

Everyone turned to Karkat, wondering what had set him off. He blushed a deeper shade of red looking at Gamzee while he only smiled like an idiot.

"JAKE! DON'T SAY STUFF LIKE THAT IN PUBLIC."

"I'm just messing with you" I grinned as I heard more giggles issue from Roxy.

"It'S mOtHeRfUcKiNg OkAy"

"YEAH"

"It WaS gReAt SeX tHoUgH"

I couldn't help myself when I burst out laughing at the shocked and embarrassed face of Karkat. It was so funny me and Roxy were clutching our sides in hysterics.

"I haven't had a good laugh like that in a while" All I got back from the three were looks filled with sympathy. I shouldn't have said that.

"Be back in a minute Jakey!" She chimed as she turned away.

"So what did you guys think of-"

"-Jake!"

I turned only to catch a flying Jane in my arms as I was put into an arm crushing hug.

"How are you Jane" I tried to breath out as she continued to hug me tightly.

"I'm fine…It's good to talk to you since you haven't been on Pesterchum much"

"Sorry! I…um…I just" Only stutters came from my mouth as I couldn't find an explanation.

"He was probably on an adventure" The familiar came from behind me.

I turned slowly to calm myself down before my eyes met Dirk. Oh dear. My heart was beating too fast as I stared into the darkness of his shades. The girl he had seen before had her arms interlinked with him, as Roxy appeared beside us holding a tray full of drinks and a slight smirk on her.

"You know he can't help it Dirky, he lives for the adventure" She laughed.

"She is right; I just got lost in the beauty of the wild" I said. Wait a minute…

"Roxy, you said you wouldn't. You promised your mum you wouldn't have any drinks"

She just giggled at me "These are just for you guys…but mainly for you" I realised she was just trying to make me feel better with her 'liquid cheer as she calls it'. I smiled as a thank you while taking a glass.

"By the way, this is Gaia and these" he said to his date "Jake, Jane, Roxy, Gamzee and Karkat"

I plaster a smile on while shaking her hand. "A pleasure to meet you my dear"

"Aren't you a sweetie" her high pitched voice squeaked.

"Everyone, We Would Like To Announce That The Ballroom Is Now Open" Kanaya's voice cut off what I was about to say. Rose appeared beside her planting a kiss on her lips.

"Yes, it is time to dance the night away" Rose called as all eyes were now turned on them and with that we all made our way to the ballroom where everyone started to watch the two enjoy their dance.

Not long Dave and John joined followed on until many more people joined in on the dance. Karkat was eventually dragged on to the dance floor by Gamzee no matter how many protests he made.

"Well then, shall we dance Dirky pie?" Gaia whispered into Dirks ear.

"It would be my pleasure, excuse us, Roxy, Jake" He quickly took her in arms towards the dance floor.

I couldn't stop the sinking feeling at the pit of my stomach; he said that he would only ever dance with me, but that was a long time ago. People change.

"That's it I'm sorry mum but I am going to break my promise" I heard her mutter as she held two brightly coloured shot glasses.

"Jake it's time you let loose and forget about Dirky poo and his 'date'. Let's just have fun for now"

Taking the shot from her I mirrored a smile as we both looked over all the people enjoying themselves.

"No you have it wrong"

"What do you mean?" Roxy asked slightly puzzled.

I grasped more shots and necked one down, handing her one too.

"Let's go wild!"