(Sam's Prov)
I woke up at around 10 and read the latest Gossip Girl post. It should not have surprised me Chuck went to Hazel, but i couldn't help but feel jealous. I put down my phone and decided to get dressed and go have breakfast with my parents. "Morning Daddy, Where is mom?" i said as i entered the dining room. "Morning sweetie, she had some stuff to take care of before we leave this afternoon. I want to ask you something?" my dad replied. "Okay, what is it daddy?" i replied. "Do you want to go with your mother and I to Paris? We leave next weekend and we will be staying until the week before school starts." he said. "Really? I am not sure; I was supposed to hang out with my friends all summer. Can I let you know later on in the week?" I replied. "Sure honey, your mother and I thought it would be a good idea for us to get out of the city as a family. Just let us know. Are you ready for your birthday?" he replied. "Yes, I am happy my closest friends will be with me and of course you and mom. I can see myself shopping all day and then having a good dinner." i replied. "haha I love your enthusiasm can't believe this will be your last year in New York and then you will be a college student. You kids sure grow up fast." he said. "I will still come back and see you and mom, plus all my friends will come back to and i will have to visit them." i replied with a smile.
My parents left for the Hamptons before me. I was waiting for Serena, Dan, Jenny and Eric to come pick me up. Serena text me this morning telling me that Dan was bring one of his friends with us to the Hamptons. The car ride to the Hamptons was nice, I met James and i have to admit he was cute and sweet. Everyone was talking and laughing, no one mentioned Chuck and it was nice to not think about him. He text me that he was coming on Monday instead of today. I was kind of happy, i needed a break and James was a good distraction. When we finally got to the Hamptons, I went and stayed in my parent's suite while the other checked into their own. We all agreed to go eat dinner together and maybe hit a club.
The next couple of days were fun. Chuck finally came, but he was acting weird around James. James and I became close and i will admit there was a lot of flirting between the both of us. As a group we decided we would just go to the movies, eat lunch, shop and go have dinner at one of the restaurants. Today was Thursday, my birthday. Parents came and woke me, "Good morning baby, how does it feel to be 17?" my dad said while kissing my cheek. "Great, but Daddy i am not a baby." I replied laughing. Both my parents chuckled. "Sweetie, we leave tomorrow afternoon for Paris have you made up your mind if you wanted to go." my mother asked. "No, but i will let you know when i get back tonight from dinner." I replied. "Alright sweetheart, your dad and I have your gift for you. Hold on let me go get it." she said as she walked out of the room. When my mom came back she had a dress bag in her hands along with a shoe box. "Here open them, your dad and I know how much you wanted these. I hope you like them and wear them tonight." I opened both items; my parents had bought me the Mark Jacobs dress and Jimmy Choo shoes I have been wanting. I squealed with excitement and kissed both of my parents. "Thank you so much! I love them!" i said. Both my parents laughed at and kissed my cheeks. "Have a good time tonight with your friends." they said as they made their way out of my room.
I got up and went into the shower; I slipped on a light purple blouse and a pair of my favorite jeans. When I was done I stepped out of the bathroom to find Chuck sitting on my bed. "Hey what are you doing here?" I asked. "Coming to wish you happy birthday." he said while handing me a bouquet of roses. "Thanks Chuck you are sweet." I replied while blushing. "Let's go get something to eat." he said. "Okay, but what about Serena and everyone else." I replied. Before Chuck had time to answer my phone went off. It was text message from S. Happy Birthday! Jenny and Eric aren't feeling too well, i think they had too much wine last night (haha) Dan and James have something to take care of, so I am going to take care of Eric and Jenny, so go and have a good time. We will meet you at dinner. Love you, S
"Alright, Chuck I guess it's just you and me today." I said. While i was out with Chuck I received texted messaged from everyone wishing me a happy birthday. At around 5:30 Chuck and I made our way back to change clothes and head to dinner. I picked one of the restaurants in the hotel; they had really good Italian food. I went to my suite to change into my new outfit and Chuck went to go change.
(Chuck's Prov)
I took Sam out all day. We went to the movies and then I followed her around as she shopped. She seemed really happy, while in one of the stores I found something perfect for her gift. It was Tiffany's bracelet with a simple heart charm. After I went to change I made my way back to the Johnson suite, I knocked on the door and waited for someone to answer. After a minute Sam answered the door, she looked amazing. The dress she wore hugged her curves in all the right places. "Sorry, can you give me one more minute?" she asked. "Sure, you look smashing by the way." I replied. "Thanks Chuck and thank you for earlier, I had a great time." she replied while slipping on her shoes. "No problem" I replied as we made our way to the elevator. Once we were off the elevator I stared to lead her towards the hall. "Chuck where are we going? The restaurant is the other way." Sam said. "Follow me, I have something to show." I replied. I opened the door to the hall and let Sam walk in before me. "Surprise" everyone yelled. Sam smiled and turned around and kissed my cheek and whispered "Thanks Chuck, this by far is one of my best birthdays." I watched Sam make her way and greet everyone else. "Thanks Chuck for distracting Sam." Serena said. "I didn't do it for you, I did it for her." I replied. "I know, but thanks if it wasn't for you this would have been hard to accomplish." she said. I didn't reply, i just walked to the bar and ordered a scotch. I felt a hand on my shoulder and looked over to find Nate sitting next to me. "Hey, so how the break going?" Nate asked. "Fine, I have to go back on Sunday for business." I replied. "Have you met Dan's friend James?" he asked. "Yes, and I do not like him. The way he talks is annoying just like Dan." I replied. Before Nate could respond Sam showed up at the bar with Jenny. "Hey Guys, are you guys just going to sit there or are you going to enjoy my party." Sam said. "No one is drunk enough Sam." Nate said causing us all to laugh. "I know, that's why i am ordering a margarita." Sam replied.
As the night progressed Sam was dancing with everyone. I decided to pull Sam aside to give her, the gift I bought her. As i was making my way to Sam, I saw James lean in and kiss her. Sam kissed him back and I immediately became angry. When i reached Sam, James gave me a dirty look as I asked her to come with me. "What's up Chuck?" she asked me. "I wanted to give you your gift away from everyone else." I replied. "Chuck earlier was enough you didn't have to get me anything else." she said. I handed her the box with the bracelet. She opened it and stared at it. "Thank you Chuck, its beautiful." she said while hugging me. "You're welcome and Happy birthday, Oh hear you left these in my room" I replied handing her the hair clips that were found in my room. "Thanks can you help me put it on and I was looking for those" she said. "Chuck let's go join everyone else." she said after a few minutes.
(Sam's Prov)
Chuck's gift was beautiful, I had no idea he paid attention to what i liked. "Sam, let's stay her for a bit." he said. "Chuck come on, I have to guests." i replied. "Like who James, i saw you kiss him. Do you like him or something." he replied. "Chuck what the hell is your issue with James. He is a nice guy and I like him." I replied. "He isn't an upper eastsider. I don't see why you are talking to the Brooklyn group." he replied. "You know what Chuck; I like them they aren't snobby like most of the people we go to school with. You have been acting weird every since you met James."I replied. I was becoming angry. "I don't like the Humphrey's or James. They aren't one of us." he replied. "You know what Chuck, and then maybe I shouldn't hang out with you either. I may be part of the elite, but I don't treat everyone else like crap. They are people to, it's not all about how much money you have or where you grew up." I replied. "It's always about money Sam. You should know that. Why are you acting like this? Is this about me kissing James, because if I recall I am single." I replied. "No, I just don't think he is your type." he said. "You act like you know what my type is Chuck, you are too busy sleeping with other girls i am surprised you even pay attention to anything else but yourself." i said. "I know you quit well Sam. What does my sex life have to do with you?" he asked. I didn't know how to respond. I became so angry but I couldn't help what came out of my mouth. "You know what Chuck, who you sleep with bugs me because I am in love with you! I have been since we were younger, but you being you were too dumb to figure it out. I have watched you go through girl after girl and act like it didn't bother me! So don't sit here and tell me who I shouldn't date. I have been single because I seriously thought you would wake up one day and see that maybe you and I could work! But I guess I was wrong and I can date whoever the hell I please." I said as my eyes started to water. I didn't give him a chance to respond before I took off back to the party.
I was crying as I made my way through the crowd looking for any of my friends. The crowd had died down some, but it was still slightly crowded. I wasn't paying attention when I walked into someone's chest. When I looked up and found Nate. "Sam, why are you crying? What's wrong?" he asked. "Nothing, I just want to go back up to bed." I replied. "You talked to Chuck didn't you? What did he say?" he said. "Nothing, it's getting late and I want to go to sleep. Thanks for the party. Please keep Chuck away from me. I will go find Serena and tell her I am leaving, i just don't want to be near him right now." i replied. "Alright, I am sorry Sam. It wasn't supposed to happen like this. You better go you have been spotted." he said while pulling me into a hug. "Thanks Nate, i owe you one. And thanks for tonight it was a blast." I replied while placing a kiss on his cheek. I went and found Serena sitting with Dan, Jenny and Eric. "Hey guys, thanks for the party but i am heading back to my room." I replied trying to hide the fact I was crying. "Sam, Where you crying? Oh god, you told Chuck didn't you?" Jenny said. "Yes I did. I also got a glimpse of what the real Chuck Bass is really like. I rather not talk about it right now. I really enjoyed tonight and my gifts they all are beautiful. I would like to have a girls breakfast tomorrow to talk. You can invite Blair too Serena. Sorry guys" i replied. "It's not problem. Do you want me to walk you back upstairs." Eric asked. "That's sweet of you, but I want to be alone right now. I will see you girls in the morning and good night guys." I said. I hugged everyone as before i left. I ran into Blair and Nate before I made it outside. "Night guys, thank you for coming Blair and in the morning I am meeting Serena and Jenny for breakfast i would love it if you came" i said. "I would love to. See you in the morning; Don't worry about Chuck we will keep him away from you." Blair said. "Well have fun" I replied giving both Nate and Blair a hug.
Spotted: Sam and the other Brooklyn Boy James kissing. Will Sam be getting a boyfriend this summer? But that could be a rumor because now Bad Boy C and The Birthday Girl are sneaking off to have a private moment. But why is Sam leaving in tears? Anyone have any clues? Well Happy Birthday Miss Samantha, hopefully you little encounter with C didn't ruin your night.
You know You Love Me
xoxo Gossip Girl
When I got upstairs I found my mother and father watching TV. "How was the birthday celebration?" my mom asked. "It was fun, i had a great time. I have amazing friends. I have an answer for you about Paris." I said. "What are you going to do?" my dad asked. "I want to go, i will miss my friends, but you were right a family vacation sounds like a good idea." i replied. "Great sweetie, I can't wait .You and I can hit all the designer stores when we get there." my mom said. "Now I can't wait! What time are we leaving tomorrow?" I asked. "We leave at 8 Am." my dad replied. "okay I will just go pack and go to sleep. Thank you for my gifts and convincing me to go with you guys to Paris." I replied. "You're welcome Sweetie. Are you okay, there seems to be something bothering you." my mom said. "No, I am just tired and excited about this summer. Night and I love you guys" I said. I went to my room and packed my things and changed into my pjs. I read the lasted update from gossip girl and debated on whether or not to tell Serena I was leaving now or in the morning. I heard my phone beep and decided to look at my messages. It was from Chuck. "Can we please talk?" C. I didn't reply i just shut off my phone and went to bed.
(Serena Prov)
After Sam left James, Nate and Blair joined our group. "Hey guys, have you seen Sam?" James asked. "Yeah she went up to her room, she wasn't feeling too well." Dan said. "I thought she was mad at me for kissing her." James replied. "You kissed Sam?" everyone asked at the same time. "Yes i did" he replied with a smile. I saw Chuck heading towards us. "Nate have you seen Sam? I need to speak to her." Chuck said. "Chuck you messed up this time. Just leave her alone for tonight. She is pissed off at you." Nate replied. "I understand that, but she didn't give me a chance to talk to her." Chuck replied. "I can't believe you Chuck. Just leave her alone." i replied. Everyone seemed to forget that James was there. "What is going on? Oh wait Sam is in love with him? That's why she turned me down when I asked her out." James said while staring at Chuck. "James, it's a little more complicated than that." Jenny said. "No it's okay I noticed when he got here. I like Sam, but I don't mind staying friends with her. Chuck you are lucky a girl like her loves you she is great." James said. "You don't even know her." Chuck replied. I noticed Chuck's jaw clench when James talked about Sam. Now it was just us at the party, everyone else had left after reading the latest gossip girl update. "Chuck is that jealousy I detect?" Blair said. "Shut up Blair, you don't know her either and if i recall you don't like her either." Chuck replied. "Chuck i may not be her best friend like you, but even I could tell she was in love with you. I will be honest I didn't like her at first because I thought she was trying to break us up, but then i realized you and I aren't meant for each other. I got to know her and I like her. She is funny and honest, which is hard to come by in a friend." Blair replied. Instead of replying Chuck left heading to the bar.
"That was sweet of you Blair" I said to her. "It was the truth. I don't think I have ever been that honest with Chuck before." she replied. "Serena, Do you think Sam will be okay?" Eric asked. "I don't know, she has kept this secret from him for a long time. We just need to be there for her." I replied. "Well I am going to head back to the suite, Jenny and Eric are you guys coming " James said. Jenny and Eric went with James back leaving Nate, Blair, Dan and I behind. "Did you guys expect that to happen tonight?" Dan asked. "No, I thought it was going to happen differently. I feel like this is my fault." I replied. "S, we all helped you with this. We are all equally to blame." Nate said. "Thank you, I just hate to see her cry, especially over Chuck. Well I am tired, Dan are you ready to leave." I said. "Yeah, S don't worry, she will be fine. Like you said she just needs time and support from her friends." Dan replied. "Dan is right, all we can do is support her decision. Serena can you walk Blair back to the room. I have to get Chuck back to his suite before he does something else stupid. "Nate said. Blair, Dan and I left Nate to deal with Chuck.
(Sam's Prov)
My parents woke me up at 6 to give me enough time to get ready. Once i got up i turned on my phone and found I had 10 missed calls and 25 text messages all from Chuck. Then i realized i didn't say goodnight to James. He was sweet and he was still nice to me after i turned him down. I texted him first before I sent everyone else a text. Hey James, I am sorry about last night. I hope you will forgive me. I would love to have a friendship with you if that offer is still on the table. Just to let you know, I am leaving to Pairs with my parents. Thank you for all the fun and keep in touch. I knew I wasn't going to get a response right away because how early it was i sent it anyways. I finally sent my last text message of the day. Hey Guys thank you for last night. I had a great time. I decided to take my parents offer and join them in Paris for the summer. I just need a break from the big NYC and i miss bonding with my parents. I am sorry i didn't say goodbye last night. Enjoy your summer and feel free to text me. Love, Sam
Spotted: Samantha Johnson boarding a plane to Paris with her parents. I guess the argument between Sam and C was worse than I thought. I guess we all can't stay friends forever. That was just the first week of summer vacation, let's see what else unfolds.
You Know You Love Me
xoxo Gossip Girl
The Song for this Chapter is Crush by David Archuleta!