I was very on the fence about publishing this but well...here I go.

English is not my mother language and I failed to find a beta reader, so I did my best but I can't promise no mistakes.

Remember, this is for fun. I'm open to suggestions and criticism, as long as they are addressed with respect.

One last thing, if you haven't had watch Lovesick, what are you waiting for?

Chapter 1. Lexie

PRESENT

"Where is he?" April asked while she twisted her hands impatiently. "I can't begin without him."

"He's on his way," Alex lied as he hoped his friend wouldn't notice the doubt in his voice, but the frown in her face let him know she didn't believe him.

"Don't lie to me, Alex Karev."

"He'll come, Apes," he lied again. Apparently, lying to her and himself was becoming an natural reflect. Although, part of him was convinced that he was not lying because he would never do this to April… then again, after all the confessions he had made to Alex last night, he was starting to think otherwise. Maybe he was planning to bail on her. If that was the case April would never forgive him. Alex would never forgive him.

"April, sweetie," their friend Arizona interrupted them. She was wearing a stunning blue dress and an equally gorgeous smile. "Your mother insists that the time has come."

The blonde pointed to a tiny and improvised wooden stage, strategically located in the middle of the venue, just below a banner with the words "She said yes!' painted in golden letters. April's mother and other family members were staring at their direction, their frowns and grimaces let showed that they were growing impatient.

Alex almost rolled his eyes at them. In his opinion, engagement parties were the most cheesiest and unnecessary thing in the world -along with rehearsal dinners and the actual weddings, of course.

"I can't, Arizona," April said as she wiped her sweat-soaked hands on her red dress. "He's not here."

Arizona casted a puzzled look at Alex, she was blaming Alex for everything like she always did. Alex shrugged.

"You're going to be okay, I'll be by your side," Arizona assured April and grabbed her hand. April tried to get out of her grip but Arizona was determined not to let her go. "You just need to say a few words to the guests, whatever pops into your mind it's okay. You don't need him for that."

April gave Alex a last pleading look, but it was useless, without mercy Arizona dragged April towards the center of the restaurant.

For a second, Alex considered activating the fire alarm in an attempt to save April, but he guessed that Mrs. Kepner would fight against all the elements (fire included) until her daughter had showed off the expensive engagement ring April was carrying in her skinny finger.

In the face of his friend's misfortune, all Alex could do was hope that he would show up, otherwise April would be devastated and Alex wasn't sure her friend could take it. Not again.

THREE YEARS EARLIER

"Are you sure this is the right address?" Lexie said a little bit upset. She had been cranky all week and Jackson thought a party would put her on a good mood. Clearly, it had not been his best idea.

When Alex told him about an opening party, Jackson had envisioned a scenario where most of the guests were medical residents and would return home early because they were sleep deprived. But when a guy who wasn't Alex opened the apartment door, he met a scenario which rather resembled the kind of parties he used to frequent when they were in college. A wild party in a crowded apartment, loud music and people in the verge of going out of control.

"Yeah, sure," Jackson said a little bit unsure of his own words but he needed to sound secure in front of Lexie.

Lexie was about to make another comment when among the crowd Jackson managed to spot Alex in the middle of the living room. He was taking care of the beer keg while he talked to a pretty redhead who was wearing a red dress and looked a little bit distressful. Jackson supposed she wasn't an Alex's conquest but his roommate and coworker at Seattle Grace.

Alex looked up and saw Jackson. "Hey guys, over here!" Alex shouted and waved at them. Jackson took Lexie's hand and guided her through the tumult.

"Hi, man," Jackson said as they approached to him.

"Nice party, Alex" Lexie pointed out with a sarcastic tone.

"I know," said Alex proudly, ignoring Lexie's criticism. "This place is awesome, hardwood floors and the washer-dryer. We needed an epic housewarm party. Right, Apes?"

"Don't call me Apes," the redhead said and elbowed Alex in the ribs. Lexie smirked at Alex's face of pain.

"Guys, this is April Kepner," Alex introduced as he rubbed the spot where April had hit him. "She's a second year resident in the emergency medicine program and my brand new roommate."

"Hi, I'm Jackson," he shook the redhead's hand.

"And you must be Lexie," April grinned at her and Jackson couldn't help but notice the single dimple that formed when she smiled. "Alex has told me a lot about you two. It's nice to finally meet you."

"I didn't think I would live to see the day when a girl would live with Alex Karev and not sleep with him," Lexie said.

April smiled a little bit uncomfortable at Lexie's comment, unsure to take it as a compliment or not. "Well, he's a pig and leaves his dirty socks all over the apartment, eats my groceries, and snores. And right now I think I'm having a stroke because this party's out of control," April listed, while Alex nodded emphatically. "But I could not afford the rent by myself. Is simple as that."

"That's true," Alex confirmed as he handed a beer to Jackson and other to Lexie.

"How did he convince you to trash your apartment?" Jackson asked curiously to April. She certainly didn't look like the kind of girl who enjoyed her house being torn apart.

"Because it was the perfect excuse to invite Doctor Shepherd," Alex answered before she could open her mouth.

"Alex!" April smashed Alex's arm.

"Are you talking about Derek Shepherd?" Lexie asked curiously.

"What? Why? No, of course not," April blushed. "Don't listen to Alex."

"You have a crush on him," Lexie insisted.

April shook her head violently as her cheeks went from pink to red.

"So, where's Izzy?" Jackson asked trying to save April from Lexie's interrogation. April looked very innocent and he knew Lexie was be very persistent when got upset. And Jackson knew exactly why Lexie was getting defensive with April. "I haven't got the chance to meet her."

"Yeah, where is she?" April said. "I thought she would be here by now."

Jackson instantly regretted to have mentioned Izzie. He could tell by Alex's tense expression that they were about to enter a dangerous ground and his roommate was oblivious to the matter.

"Must be on her way," Alex said and shrugged.

"Well... I think we're going to look for the washer-dryer," Jackson joked before Lexie or April could make another question.

"Have fun," Alex said and nodded at Jackson, thanking him for the save.

"They're gonna baptize our apartment, aren't they?," April said worriedly as she watched Jackson and Lexie get lost towards the kitchen. April believed that couples like them, couples who were devilishly attractive, were only designed to have sex all day long. The thought made her both jealous and disgusted at the same time.

"They like to do it on washing machines," Alex joked. "It's their thing."

April faked a laugh and pointed her finger at Alex. "I'm warning you, Alex. You're going to sanitize the entire place by yourself."

"Come on, Apes," Alex chuckled at her worried face and handed her a red cup. "Relax."

She accepted Alex's offer and took a long sip before adding: "I can't relax while people are ripping apart our furniture. Because I love the couch I found in craigslist."

April pointed to a very nice brown couch were a girl, she didn't know, danced on the top. April controlled herself from removing physically the girl from the couch. She had promised herself to relax a little bit that night.

Alex smirked mischievously, "I'm sure you won't mind about the couch when Shepherd arrives."

"I don't think he's coming," she said hopelessly. "Why would he? It's not like we are friends. He's just an neurosurgeon attending that happens to be friendly with all residents."

"Don't beat yourself down. It's a keg party, of course he will come," Alex nudged her affectionately. "As soon as you see him, all you have to do is jump his bones."

April almost spit her drink, Alex got the power to take her by surprise with his bold ideas. "Jump his bones, really?"

He shrugged. "Of course, why not?"

"Because I am me," she offered as an explanation. Alex couldn't understand what lack of confidence felt like. "I don't jump into anybody's bones and nobody jumps into mine."

Alex rolled his eyes in exasperation.

"What?"

"Listen, Apes, I'm not your life coach so I'll just say this once," he grabbed her by the shoulders and looked directly into her eyes, "There's nothing wrong with you. You're pretty hot, your problem is that you overthink way too much."

"It's just another way to call me annoying," she said. April appreciated Alex's attempt to make her feel better about herself, but she knew he really didn't meant it. He was just being a good friend.

"Your words, not mine," he said defeated.

"Anyway, Derek's not coming," she insisted.

Alex smirked as he looked above her head.

"Well, he's here."

April turned around and as if she was in a romantic comedy, in that exact moment, Derek Shepherd with his glorious hair, was walking through the crowd towards her.

"April seems nice, "Jackson said to Lexie. He was trying to start a conversation with his girlfriend. The couple were in the kitchen, between the refrigerator and the coffee machine. It was the only space in the apartment that wasn't infested with drunk people so they could talk.

"I bet she's sleeping with him," Lexie said tartly before sipping her beer and pretending to inspect the refrigerator magnets. Apparently, she was doing everything she could do to avoid Jackson's gaze.

"Alex's with Izzie and he seems like a new person."

Lexie shrugged. He was not getting why Lexie was acting so scathing lately. Since he moved in with her, it seemed like they weren't able to find a moment to talk. At first he didn't think it was weird, they were surgical residents at Mercy West and crazy schedules were part of the job description, that was the first reason why they moved together in the first place. But now, it seemed like the lack of free time wasn't the reason why Lexie was acting so odd. A thought invaded Jackson's mind.

"We can leave, if you want," Jackson said and took two steps towards her. "Go home and talk."

Jackson tried to wrap his arms around Lexie but she stepped back, avoiding his touch.

"Jackson, I can't..."

"Lexie, what's wrong?" he demanded to know.

Lexie stared at the floor.

Jackson braced himself and asked, "This is about Mark, isn't it?"

APRIL

"Hi, April," Derek said and showed his a perfect teeth with a bright smile. April felt the world turn from gray to technicolor.

"Hi, Derek," she said with dreamy eyes.

"Your place looks nice. You look nice," his smile grow even bigger.

"Thank you," her brain was melting. He looked so handsome. Maybe she should follow Alex's advice and kiss him there, right now. No permissions or questions asked. Just follow her impulses and taste his lips.

"You must be Amy," said a voice that returned April to reality. Next to Derek was a pretty blonde with thin features and bright blue eyes that was forcing a smile at her.

"I-not ..." April mumbled confused. "It's April, not Amy."

"April, she's Meredith," said Derek and wrapped his arm around the blonde's waist. "My girlfriend."

"Girlfriend?" April asked in a whisper.

Meredith smiled with superiority. April, who had put effort into her appearance that night, suddenly felt the ugliest woman on the planet compared to the beautiful girl who was wearing a simple t-shirt, jeans and black sneakers.

April bit her lower lip trying her best to prevent tears to escape her eyes.

No tears shared, no unnecessary dramas. A deep clean cut and Lexie and Jackson were over.

Jackson knew all along that Lexie was still in love with her ex-boyfriend, but he tried to convince her -and himself, that people can have more than just one soulmate. He failed and It had been his only fault. He had lowered his defense and let Lexie gain his trust and heart, and now he was left heartbroken in the middle of Alex's party.

Jackson wanted to go back to Lexie's place and get all his things out of there as soon as possible. Luckily, It had been only a month since he moved in with her and most of his belongings were still packed in boxes. But Lexie had left the party without telling him where she was going, and he wasn't in the mood to see her again, not yet. Not never.

Without nowhere to go, he wandered through the crowded apartment like a zombie. Out of nowhere, a girl who introduced herself as Tatiana, offered him a beer and invited him to join the beer pong competition. He accepted the beer but declined the game offer. Tatiana looked disappointed but didn't insist.

Defeated and hurt, he left himself drop into a loveseat placed in a dark corner in the living room.

"This party sucks," someone at his side said. Sat in the opposite side of the loveseat was April. She looked upset, almost in the verge of tears.

"What's the matter?" Jackson asked. He was not genuinely interest but it was a way to distract his own pain.

April pointed out to a couple sitting in a chair in the opposite side of the living room. Derek Shepherd was furiously kissing Meredith Grey while he reached under the hem of her sweater.

Jackson knew Meredith, because besides being Lexie's sister, she was kind of her friend since they were in the same surgical program at Mercy West. But he decided it was not the time to share that information with April.

April sighed wearily. "Derek's the only attending that has been always nice to me. He always laugh at my silly jokes," April explained as she watched Derek in the distance." I always do the same," she lamented.

"Do what?"

April looked at Jackson, like she was trying to deliberate if he was trustworthy. "Never mind," she said and sounded even more depressed. "You wouldn't understand. It's complicated for people like me."

"Try me."

"I'm not good with meeting people and I'm pretty sure guys find me annoying. So when a guy like Derek it's nice to me I believe he practically walks on water."

"Don't be so hard on yourself," Jackson said, not knowing what else to say. April frowned at him, maybe a little disappointed at his advice. They remained silent for a couple of minutes, drinking and watching people play beer pong. Tatiana was continuously glancing at Jackson from time to time, clearly flirting. Jackson was starting to feel uncomfortable. April looked askance at Tatiana for a moment.

"Where's Lexie?" April asked.

Jackson shrugged. "Rough night."

"You okay?" She asked with genuinely concern.

"I will be."

"Want something stronger?" April pointed her empty red cup.

"It could help," Jackson reckon. The beer wasn't strong enough.

April mischievously smiled and took Jackson's hand.

"Come with me, Jack-man," she said before she jumped off the couch and bring Jackson with her.

Alex was going through one of the most complicated days of his existence. He didn't feel like partying but since he had insisted so much to April to organize the housewarming party, he didn't have the courage to tell her that he would have preferred to cancel the plans.

He took advantage of Derek's arrival to sneak into his room. He had remembered to lock with key so no couple would use it as a cheap motel. A few minutes of loneliness was what he needed...and wanted.

He turned off the light and decided to lay on the floor.. Alex wanted to melt with the carpet floor and disappear.

Suddenly, the door opened, someone came in, closed the door and turned on the light.

"Get out of here," Alex muttered. The sudden change from darkness to light made him blind for a moment.

"Alex, what are you doing lying on the floor?" April's voice asked with worry.

"Are you okay, Karev?" Jackson said.

April kneeled beside him and touched his forehead.

"I'm not sick, Kepner," he replied sullenly, rejecting her friend's touch.

His vision adjusted to light and he sat up on the floor.

"You don't look fine, Alex," April insisted. Alex snorted angrily. "Did you fight with Izzie?"

"Izzie, won't come," he snapped rudely. There was no point in denying the truth anymore. "We broke up."

"Oh, Alex," she lamented.

"Do not pity me, Kepner."

"What happened?"

April's insistence was beginning to piss him off. Alex didn't know how to be sad so it was easier to get angry, even if that meant to be rude with his caring friend.

"I cheated on her with Olivia," he said with rage. "Are you happy?"

Her eyes widened with disappoint, "Alex," April said in a sight. Alex imagined a big speech was forming in her mind and he was ready to take it. He deserved it. He was scum. The worst of the worst.

But all April did was stare at him with her hazel eyes, like he was tainted or curse. He was feeling even worse with her silence.

"Looks like we all are having a tough night," Jackson intervened politely. He was still by the door, with arms crossed on his chest.

"Anyway, what the hell are you two doing here?" Alex asked noticing how random the couple was.

"We need a stronger drink and I April said you keep a tequila somewhere," Jackson explained.

Alex smirked proudly at her. April was still quietly judging him with disillusion. Alex's smirked died.

"It's next to the porn, you can have it," he said to April. Without saying a word, April hopped to her feet and searched through his sock drawer.

"What about you?" Alex asked Jackson while April found the bottle.

"Sloan," Jackson responded.

"Sorry, man."

April and Alex didn't had an easy start. They met when April joined Seattle Grace as an first-year emergency medical resident, and Alex was already a second-year resident of the pediatric program.

They worked together on her first night shift, and from that very first encounter their differences were obvious and generated an immediate rejection between them. Their ways to interact towards each other made her label him as a womanizer, and he was convinced she was a tight-up nerd.

They dreadful the times when they needed to work together and were always avoiding each other. Until a specific turn of events generated during another night shift forged a civil and respectful relationship between them. An event, which neither of them liked to talk about. From that day on they build a friendship, and also a contributing factor was that April noticed how Alex had fallen surrendered at the feet of Izzie Stevens, the first-year resident of dermatology. Seeing Alex in love had made her believe that womanizers could change, that the soul mates could be found at some point.

Now, a year later, she was sitting on the floor in Karev's room listening to his confession and shaking her head in disapproval.

That night, April had been disillusioned with Derek, but it was Alex who had really broken her heart. She still could not believe that his friend had deceived the woman he had described as the love of his life.

"Olivia?" April asked indignantly. "Why on earth did you sleep with Olivia?"

Alex was sitting in front of her, leaning his back against his bedroom door. Jackson was sitting on the opposite direction, listening quietly while drinking the promised tequila.

April could hear the loud music through the door, but all her concentration was on Alex. She didn't even care about their furniture being ripped off or the fact that her original goal was getting wasted and forget about Derek.

"I should not have said a word," Alex replied defensively. Although April could sense a tone of shame in his voice.

"Alex," April insisted while he took a sip directly from the tequila bottle. "Do you want to wind up old and alone, wandering the streets with some ancient form of syphilis?"

Jackson laughed at the comment, and Alex looked at him with nuisance.

"Who's Olivia?" Jackson asked, trying to stifle his laugh.

"George's girlfriend," April replied, not caring whether Jackson had any idea who George was or not. "And obviously someone Alex shouldn't have slept with."

Alex rolled his eyes at her and took another sip.

"Enough with the questions, Apes," Alex sentenced. April knew he was really getting tired of her and the alcohol wasn't contributing to his irritation. Alex thought she didn't understand him, his guilt and shame, but she truly did empathized with his situation. "What's your story?" Alex asked Jackson.

"Well, at least you were honest with Izzie," Jackson said while he kept his eyes on his cup. "I can't say the same about Lexie."

"Sloane?" Alex asked empathically.

Jackson nodded.

"Who's Sloan?" April was puzzled.

"Someone Lexie shouldn't have slept with," Jackson replied.

"I'm sorry, Jackson," said April, not entirely sure of why she was apologizing for.

"It's ok. You didn't sleep with him."

Jackson grinned at her. He was hurt, April could tell, but not willing to admit it. He needed to look like a rational guy.

He was nothing like she had imagined when Alex talked about this rich friend he knew since med school. Her mind couldn't begin to understand why any girl would cheat on a guy like Jackson. And she wasn't referring to the fact that he was ridiculously handsome, she was thinking about how easy was to talk to him and understand him.

"So, what are you going to do about Derek?" Alex asked abruptly making her lose track on her thoughts.

"Nothing," She asked in exasperation. "Derek has a girlfriend. Her name is Meredith."

"Lexie's sister?"

Jackson nodded and April stared at him with surprise. "Yep, she's a third year surgical resident at Mercy West," he explained.

"Is she hot? Alex raised a brow to Jackson.

"Gorgeous," April said gloomy. Her self-esteem had never been her strongest feature, and Alex regretted his comment.

"Stop it, Kepner," Alex snapped.

"Stop what?"

"You're right, you're annoying. That's your problem," he said upset. "Can you please, go out and screw someone and stop fucking complaining about not being good enough?"

"Hey, man. I think that's enough," Jackson intervened.

April raised her bows and stared at him with her mouth open but unable to say a word. Alex's words hurted her deeper than her silly expectations about Derek. "You're drunk," she finally stated.

Alex huffed in exasperation.

"Well, there's a party going on," Alex said. "Maybe if I'm lucky I'll find a slut that will infect me with syphilis. Right, Kepner?" Alex stood up from the floor. His balance was surprisingly steady for the amount of booze he had consumed.

"I'm not your mother, Alex," she defended herself. "If you want to screw your life that's okay with me."

She didn't mean a word she said but not even Alex's sad expression at her made her say otherwise. Without another word, Alex left his room.

April stared sadly as the door closed behind Alex. She was clearly upset by his words.

"He's wasted," he assured April.

"I know, and he only knows how to be cruel when he's hurt," she explained. "But that doesn't make him wrong."

"He's asshole and you're defending him," he said astonished at her. April seemed like an easy target, she was sweet, kind and a caring friend. "I can't imagine how you became friends in the first place."

April pondered her response. "Well, I guess, we became friends under very unique circumstances."

"What circumstances?" he asked curiously.

She smirked at her own private memories, "It's a very boring story."

Jackson was sure April wasn't going to share the story with him, so he didn't insist. They remained in silence for a few minutes, staring everywhere but each other and occasionally sipping their glasses. Maybe it was the effects of the tequila, but Jackson wanted to make something very clear to her.

"April," he called her, making her lose track on her own thoughts. "I don't think you're annoying."

She gave him a confused stare. He guessed she was not used to receive compliments from strangers and wasn't sure how to respond.

"Do you want to go back to the party?" she finally asked.

"Sure," he lied. He was comfortable in that room and with the company, but he couldn't admit it.

Jackson got to his feet and then offered his hand to April to help her get up. At her touch, his senses registered how soft her skin felt. He pulled her up with more strength than necessary and made her stumble. He caught her in his arms before she fell to the ground. He looked down at her and stared at her lips for a second.

What happened next he didn't see it coming. Without any warning or sign, April threw her arms around his neck and pressed her lips against his.

Jackson's senses were still drowsy due to the booze, but his brain registered the action as something pleasant and kissed her back.

"What you doing?" He asked confused as they paused to catch air.

"Alex's right," was her only response and kissed him again.

"If you want me to stop just say so and I'll stop," she offered between kisses.

Jackson wished he could tell her to stop. Less than two hours ago he had ended a relationship, a very meaningful relationship. The only problem was that his body dictated something very different. His hands were already positioned at her waist and pressing her against him.

"Maybe, we've drunk too much," Jackson was trying his best to be the reasonable one. He was not the kind of guy who took advantage of a drunk girl.

April shook her head. "I was too busy being mad at Alex and I haven't sip a drop since we entered the room," said April as she placed her hands on his forearms. Her voice was steady and Jackson believed her. "My mind is clear."

"Are you sure?" he huskily asked.

April nodded, "Are you?"

Jackson gazed at her eyes. Her gaze was fierce and confident, there was no doubt in there. She wanted him.

He knew he was making a mistake, but a mistake he would hardly regret.

As an answer, Jackson kissed her.

PRESENT

April was standing still in the center of the improvised platform, like she was waiting for her execution. Next to her were her family and the whole entourage that would be part of the wedding, including a smiley Arizona. Alex was about ten feet away from her friend, but he could read the disappointment in her face. He was not coming.

A waitress in black uniform approached Alex and offered him one of the champagne glasses she was carrying on an elegant silver tray.

At the sight of her, Alex felt the air leave his lungs. She had one of the most beautiful faces he had ever seen in his entire existence.

"For the toast," she explained as Alex stared at her petrified.

Clumsily, Alex took one of the glasses and the waitress continued her way among the guests without giving him a second look.

Alex's brain began to plan ways to get the waitress's number, but was interrupted when April started to speak.

"Good evening," April said shyly. She also had a glass of champagne in her hand. Some guests took out out their phones and pointed them at her, taking pictures and video. Alex saw his friend blush. Public speaking made her nervous all the time. Almost sick.

" I'm sorry, I'm not good at speaking with big crowds."

At that moment, Alex heard the restaurant door opening behind him. Alex spun around and saw Jackson Avery coming through the door. He wore one of his best suits, yet he looked miserable.

"I…Hi..." April was getting embarrassed by her own stuttering, she bit her lower lip and looked at her shoes.

Jackson noticed her nervousness and tried to make his way towards her.

Alex knew that he wanted to reach her by all means, without really taking notice of what was happening in his surroundings. The waitress who had offered the glass to Alex, crossed in Jackson's way and they collided. Two empty glasses swayed on the tray and then fell onto the floor. The noise didn't go unnoticed by anyone, April included. She looked up and spotted Jackson.

"I'm sorry, I'm so sorry," the waitress said distressed and bent to pick up the pieces of glass.

Jackson was busy exchanging glances with April and ignored the waitress's apologies.

"It's alright," Alex hastened to the waitress's rescue. He left his glass at a nearby table and kneeled to help her to pick up the pieces.

"Thank you," the waitress grinned at Alex and he felt his stomach twist.

"Well, that seems to be under control," Arizona said cheerfully. "Let's continue with the toast."

One of the members of April's entourage stepped forward. It was a tall, handsome man with blue eyes and a perfect stood next to April and whispered something in her ear. For the first time in the evening, April grinned sincerely. Then, she directed her gaze to where Jackson was.

"Nathan and I want to tell you how happy we are to be here, sharing this evening with all of our family and friends," said April happily. Her confidence had returned to her. "We can't thank you enough for all your love and support."

Nathan placed a kiss on her forehead.

"So, have a drink on us before we have to start saving up again so you can all get drunk at the wedding," joked the future husband, and raised his glass.

The crowd cheered and imitated the groom-to-be and drank in honor of the happy couple.

Everyone wanted to congratulate the newly engaged couple, and April's mom was committed to flash her daughter's engagement ring (and fiancé) to every single human on the face of earth. But April managed to escape the hugs and her mother's expectations and reunited with Jackson and Alex as soon as the toast was over. She knew they hated that kind of formalities but were managing to put up with it because of her.

"I thought you wouldn't come," she said as she hugged Jackson.

"Sorry," Jackson apologized. He could smell her flowery perfume and many pleasant memories invaded him. He wished the hug would never end.

"I told you he'd come, Apes" Alex winked at April, as she broke off the hug.

"You know how much I dislike talking in public," April continued complaining at Jackson. "I wanted to see as many friendly faces as possible. Alex's the worst for calming me down."

Alex was about to defend himself when they were interrupted by Nathan. The groom-to-be greeted Alex and Jackson with camaraderie, and heartily thanked both of them for having attended. He knew them for quite some time and knew that her former roommates meant family for April.

Before Alex or Jackson could say anything, April's mother intercepted the newly engaged couple and obligated them to continue his way through all the guests.

Before leaving, April made her friends promise to find her to say goodbye before leaving.

"I thought you weren't coming, man," Alex said as soon as April was out of earshot.

"She looks beautiful," Jackson whispered, unable to stop looking at her from the distance. April was wearing a red dress, and that unleashed his memories to the night when they meet.

"You can still say something," Alex advised.

Jackson shook his head. "She looks happy."

In that exact moment April was kissing Nathan.

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