December 23rd

The next days went by fast since I was actually getting sick the evening after we met Nick and his mom. So I had to stay in bed a few days, hoping to get alright until tomorrow. I threw up a few times in the morning but I was feeling a bit better.

It was just 8pm when I decided to go to bed. I didn't get much sleep the last few nights and I knew I wouldn't get much sleep the next day either so I slowly changed and went to the bathroom to brush my teeth. When I was done I went downstair to say goodnight to my parents and my exciting siblings. They had worried expressions on their faces but they knew I had been tired and they understood it since I was so sick.

When I went to bed, ready to sleep, I didn't feel like sleeping at all. I was nervous 'cause of the dinner tomorrow night. I was afraid of seeing him but I also missed him a lot. After what felt like hours sleep overwhelmed me and I drifted of to neverland..

I woke up by loud noises from downstair. Ugh how I hate to be woken up like that but I didn't mind at all. It was 10am and I had a lot to do this day. I supposed I would have to throw up again but surprisingly I didn't. I felt pretty good so I decided to go downstairs and check what happened.

My mom was standing in the kitchen, preparing the dinner.

"Goodmorning Smiles." She said, obviously realizing my good mood. "Are you feeling better?"

"Much better." I said and smiled. "I'm starving."

"I'm making breakfast for you, alright?"

"Yeah. Where's the family?" I wondered it was so quiet.

"Sent them away. Well, not at all. Brandi wanted to spend the day with Sam so she's going to be away until tonight. Your dad's out with the dogs and when he's back he wants to go and buy another present for Noah. The one we didn't find. Noah's outside with Trace and Braison. So it's just me and you for at least 5 hours. Maybe more."

I laughed. This family was just amazing. Chaotic but amazing.

"Okay." I said while mom handed me a sandwich and juice. "Thanks."

"So.. Are you excited about tonight?" She looked kind of worried.

"Just a bit. Mom, I know you're feeling kinda bad for inviting them but it's alright, really. Yeah, Nick and I still have to talk about a lot and I'm sure there's going to be a rough time but mom, don't worry. I'm alright. And hey, Joe's going to be there, too."

"You're right Miles. But maybe you should text Nick to tell him you're okay again. I talked to Denise yesterday and told her you were still sick so we aren't sure if you would be okay until today."

"I will." I said looking down. I didn't know what to message him. I didn't know how to start the text. I'm just like my mom. Worrying about too much. I thought while I took the last few bited of my sandwich and drank my juice.

Back in my room I looked for my phone to text Nick but I decided to take a bath before I was going to text him. I didn't take a bath for a while now. Actually I didn't have the time to so I was glad I finally got the chance.

After and hour of relaxing in the tub I got out, wrapped a towel around my body and turned on my radio. I knew I had to text Nick now so I grabbed my cell and started texting. I really didn't know what to write so I just started with the usual stuff.

Hey Nick. Sup? -Miles

I pressed 'send' and waited for him to answer. Ugh he was taking so long. Or maybe I was just impatient. After like 5 minutes my phone vibrated. New message from Nick stood at the display and I smiled.

Hey Miles. Just relaxing and listening to music. Heard you're sick :S Are you feeling better? - worried Nick

I giggled, 'cause I really loved and missed to text with him back and forth like that.

Don't worry, I'm much better. Actually I'm feeling pretty good today (: Well, that's why I texted anyway. Mom told me to tell you I'm okay so you don't have to stay at home. Oh and please tell your mom. - too much talking Miley

That's great :D I'm going to tell her. And you're not talking too much. Just babbling (; -Loves to tease Miley Nick

I'm not babbling. Just saying too much. You're the babbling one, remember. ;P -know-it-all Miley

Nah. Well, we both are -exciting Nick

Uhh you're exciting to see me? (; -giggling Miley

No but you are. You always giggle when you're excited. -knows-it-all Nick

No I don' you just can't think of something on your own -offended Miles :O

Aww poor Miles. Well, mom called, need to help her now. So see you later. Can't wait. -Nick

Alright, see you later. Me neither. -Mi

We stopped texting when I realized it already was 1pm. I still needed to get dressed, do my make-up and bag some presents.

It was 5pm when I was done with everything and ready for them to come so I just went back to my room and looked for my iPod. When I found it I put the ear plugs in my ears and listened to some music. It was pretty loud though. I closed my eyes and thought about some stuff.

I suddenly felt a tap on my shoulder. It was Brandi.

"Miles?" I took out the ear plugs and looked at her.

"Yes?"

"The Jonas family should be here any minute. Mom wants you to come downstairs. Oh, and you look beautiful tonight."

I looked down at me. I wasn't wearing anything special, just a black dress which stopped just above my knees. My hair was in its natural curls and my make up was light. I blushed slightly.

"Thanks. Tell mom I'm coming soon. Just need to put that away." I pointed at my iPod. Brandi nodded and was about to go back downstairs when she turned back to face me.

"Are you sure you'll be okay tonight?" She asked. I loved her for being so careful and protective. Not overprotective though.

"Yeah, I am." I smiled at her while she turned back and went out.

After five minutes I was done. Just in time because I heard the doorbell ring. I ran downstair which was pretty hard since I was wearing my heels but it was okay. When I reached the living room everyone was standing there hugging each other. I made my way over to the two families and hugged each member of Nick's family, including him. But someone was missing. Kevin. But then I remembered he was going to spend the evening with Danielle and her family.

"Whoa Miles, looking awesome today." Joe smirked. He was still being this jerk-like Joe. Just like I remembered him.

"Pretty much yourself." I giggled as he went over to me.

"Well, I bet Nick likes it, too. He's just staring at you, since you answered the room." Joe whispered and smirked again. He could be so annoying sometimes but I didn't mind. He was amazing. Like a brother and he always understood and cared about me.

"Joe, please shut it." I said looking down.

"I'm sorry Miles. Just telling the truth."

"It's alright." I couldn't be mad at Joe. Well, I wasn't mad at him.

I looked over to Nick and saw him looking at me, too, so I walked over to small talk just like everyone else did.

"Hey." I alsmost whispered.

"Hi." Nick said. We both felt uncomfortable. It was like we knew something would happen tonight. I wanted to drop that thought but it was in the back of my mind all the time.

We kept staying there quiet 'til the silence became awkward. I thought a bit until I broke it.

"So how are you?" Uhh Miles, stupid question you just texted a few hours ago.

"I'm great. How about you?"

"Me, too.. It's just a bit awkward I guess. This whole situation." I felt my cheeks burning while I blushed.

"Yeah, you're right. But hey, it's a chance to catch up." He slightly blushed, too.

We justed looked around the room for a while when we realized the others left to the kitchen. Suddenly I couldn't control myself anymore. I felt myself moving to Nick's body. Closer each second, until our bodies almost touched. He looked at me confused but he didn't do anything to change the situation. Our gazes met and my head slightly moved in his direction. He did the same. The was a small space between our lips, they almost touched.

"Miley, Nick, dinner's ready." My dad called from the kitchen.

Nick and I immediately broke apart. Damn, I almost kissed my ex boyfriend.

"What did we do?" I asked confused. I felt tears in my eyes. Even one was rolling down my cheek, burning like fire.

Nick lifted his hand and whiped the tear away with the back of his thumb.

"Don't cry, Miles. It's alright. Shh, don't cry."

I tried to stay calm. After a few sobs I could speak again. My voice didn't even sound like I was crying.

"Let's just go and eat."

Nick just nodded and we went to the kitchen. Everyone was looking at us so I just smiled and pretended nothing had happened back in the living room. He did the same.

After dinner Joe was going to Brandi's room, together with Sam. They wanted to play video games but I didn't feel like it. Noah left with Frankie so Nick and I were the only ones left. We could've stayed in the kitchen or the living room but our parents wanted to talk so I suggested to go to my wing and watch TV or something like that. Nick agreed so we went to my own living room and sad down on the couch..

A/N Well I didn't have much time to write this chapter and I know it's kinda boring at the moment, but I promise this story's getting somewhere. Please review (: (Might won't update a few days. Not sure if I'm able to finish the next chapter so soon. But ima try!)