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Chapter 4: A Date

Dak watched his parents move about the kitchen getting breakfast ready. They hardly talked anymore. Ever since Cindy lost the baby, things had changed. His parents weren't the same. Dak tried to help, but nothing seemed to work. Cindy was always sad and stayed home most days. Zeke was angry and stayed out most nights. Dak now knew he went to the bar and started drinking. He didn't like when Zeke drank. It made him cranky and mean to Cindy sometimes.

Cindy had gotten pregnant again. Everyone had been happy and Dak was sure things would change. A few weeks passed and she miscarried again. It made things worse. The last two years had been kind to the Zevon family.

"Dak, you better hurry or you'll miss the bus," Cindy said as a knock at the door sounded. "That's probably Logan, now get going," she said handing him his backpack and some lunch money.

Dak have her a kiss on the cheek and left. Logan was waiting for him. They walked to the bus stop together. Logan looked down at the ground as they walked. He knew things were hard for the Zevon's, he didn't pry too much.

"So, hockey is starting soon, my mom filled out all my paperwork," Dak said slowly.

"Yeah me too," Logan said. "I can't wait," he said.

"Is it weird that this will be our last year of peewee hockey?" Dak asked slowly as they walked. It was true. Next year they would be in middle school and get to try out for the middle school team.

"Kind of, I find it stranger that I like hockey now more than I like football," Logan said quickly as he looked over at Dak with a grin.

It had been no secret that Logan hadn't known much about hockey when he first loved up here. Dak and Kendall had taken it upon themselves to educate the poor kid and with Carlos' help Logan was a pro in no time.

The two approached the bus stop where Kendall was already waiting. He waved at the two. They quickly joined him on the bench. They started talking about hockey. Dak was relieved to be out of the house and not worrying about his parents right now.

-Best Friend's Brother-

Jett followed Lucy up stairs to her bedroom. It wasn't pink or girly at all. The walls were black and red and lined with band posters. One prominent band was Inside Joke.

"Inside Joke?" Jett asked. He had heard of the band, but not heard their music. It was a boy band, that every girl seemed obsessed with these days and it seemed Lucy was no exception.

"Only the best band ever," Lucy said grabbing her iPod and attaching it to her speakers. Music started blaring. She jumped and turned it down a bit. Jett chuckled and claimed her desk chair as Lucy flopped down onto her bed.

"So you like boy bands?" Jett asked teasingly.

"They are more than just a boy band, Jared Munroe is a god," Lucy said jumping up and pointing to the bleached blonde on one of her posters. She sighed and turned to Jett. "Now I'm not like super obsessed like thinking he's gonna be like my husband one day. No I'll settle for going to a concert someday and meeting them. That would be so awesome," Lucy sighed falling back onto her bed again.

Jett laughed and shook his head. "You've got it bad Luce."

"Maybe, but what about you, do you have a celebrity crush?" Lucy asked.

"Me?" Jett asked shocked.

"Yeah you, who else would I be talking to?" Lucy asked with a laugh.

"I've never really thought about it," Jett said slowly. He had never really looked at girls like that. He was scared something was wrong with him.

"Never? Have you even kissed a girl?" Lucy asked amazed.

"No, and no I haven't. You're my first friend," Jett admitted.

"Wow, do girls even excite you?" Lucy asked.

"What do you mean?" Jett asked nervously.

"You know, do they turn you on?" Lucy asked.

"Oh," Jett said his cheeks going red. He looked away from Lucy.

"Or is it boys?" Lucy asked with a smile.

"I don't know," Jett admitted.

"Ok here, let's test something," Lucy said moving over to stand in front of Jett. She made him stand up as well.

"What are you doing?" Jett asked confused.

"Hush, we are testing something," Lucy said. She leaned in and pressed her lips to his. Jett tensed up and froze in place. Lucy took a step back from him. She chuckled and shook her head.

"I think you might be into guys," Lucy laughed.

"Maybe I'm just a late bloomer," Jett retorted.

"Well did that kiss do anything for you?" Lucy asked.

"I don't know, I wasn't prepared," Jett replied crossing his arms over his chest. Lucy laughed and shook we head.

"It's ok Jett, I don't care," Lucy said.

"Try again, just to be sure," Jett said. Lucy nodded her head.

The two shared another kiss. This time Jett wasn't as tense as before. He was more relaxed, but it had the same effect as before; nothing. There was no spark or even any attraction there.

They parted and Lucy quirked a brow at the boy. He shook his head.

"Nothing, it could be just because I see you as a friend," Jett said shrugged.

"Ok anyways, have you heard there is going to be an awesome party this weekend. The Jennifer's are throwing it and anyone who's anyone will be there," Lucy said quickly.

"Maybe you can finally get Beau to notice you," Jett teased.

"Do not joke about that. He will be mine," Lucy said pointing a finger at Jett. He laughed and put his hands up. "What about you, anyone catch your eye?" she asked curiously.

"Well there's this one guy," Jett admitted his cheeks turning pink.

"Is it Heath?" Lucy asked knowingly.

"Yeah, but like he'd notice someone like me," Jett said turning away from Lucy.

"Don't sell yourself short," Lucy said.

"I know, but talking to people isn't easy. You're my friend because you approached me first," Jett said

"Yeah and now I'm your wingman, girl, or whatever," Lucy said waving her hand.

-Best Friend's Brother-

Zeke sighed as he finished another day of work. He was dreading going home. He didn't want to deal with Cindy. It seemed all she wanted now was a baby. She was always trying to get Zeke to try for a baby. She'd buy tests and take them week after week and get the same results.

Zeke had given up on having a kid. There was just no way they were going to have another. He considered them lucky just having Dak. Cindy had had a few miscarriages before him as well. Why couldn't she be happy with what she had.

Zeke found himself sitting out side his usual bar, The Tug. It was a sports bar. He slowly got out of the at and pocketed his keys. He would stay and watch the game and then go home. He know that would be the case, but he like to fool himself into thinking that. It made things less complicated, at least in his own mind.

"The usual Zeke?"

Zeke nodded his head as he sat down at his usual barstool. It killed him a little more each time he say down, but he couldn't help himself.

-Best Friend's Brother-

Jett followed Lucy up to one of the bigger houses in Sherwood. They were on the rich side of town. Lucy was sure this party would make them popular. It would also make Beau notice her. It was all a part of her master plan. He didn't question her anymore.

"Come on let's go," Lucy said grabbing Jett's hand and pulling him along.

They entered the house. It was crowded and music was blaring. Jett winced as his ears started ringing. Jett wasn't sure about this. He followed Lucy around. They chatted with a few people, Lucy had a few drinks.

"Luce, look there he is," Jett said elbowing Lucy after awhile. Across the room was Beau Masters. He was the object of Lucy's affection. Lucy looked over and suddenly became nervous. She started to panic. "Whoa, whoa calm down, take a deep breath," he said grabbing her by the shoulders.

Lucy took a deep breath. She called herself down. She glanced over at Beau again. He was looking in their direction. He turned to his friends and said something before he started walking over to them. Lucy turned to Jett.

"How do I look?" She asked quickly.

"You look fine, relax," Jett chuckled. He gave Lucy a shove in the direction of Beau.

He watched as Beau stopped and greeted her with a smile. Lucy introduced herself and the two seemed to hit it off. Jett smiled as he walked away. He would give Lucy some space. She would give him all the details later anyways.

-Best Friends's Brother-

Jett groaned as Kendall whined about going to the park. He had asked Jennifer to go to the park but she was busy with Katie and couldn't take him. She had told him to as Jett to take him. Jett didn't want to go to the park. He was busy texting Lucy. She had finally gotten Beau's attention at the party they had gone to over the weekend. She was now having a freak out over what to wear for their date. Kendall just didn't seem to understand how important this was.

"Mom!" Kendall hollered.

"Jett take your brother to the park!" Jennifer hollered back.

"But mom I'm busy!" Jett yelled back. There was no way he was going to take Kendall to the park. Kendall was old enough to go by himself.

"Jett don't argue with me, take your brother to the park," Jennifer yelled at him.

"Fine, get your jacket," Jett sighed glaring at Kendall.

Kendall cheered and ran out the door barely grabbing his jacket. Jett stomped after him grabbing his sweater as well. He was not happy about this at all.

The two walked to the park. Once there Kendall took off in search of Dak and their other friends. Jett sat down in the shade of a tree. He pulled his phone out to text Lucy again.

Jett sighed and pocketed his phone as he waited for her to text back. Stupid Kendall, and this stupid park. He leaned back against the tree and sighed.

"You look lonely."

Jett cracked an eye open. A tall brunette was standing above him. Jett knew him from school. His name was Heath Diamond. He was a talk brunette with light brown eyes to die for. He was a senior and one of the most popular kids in school.

"My stupid brother dragged me here so he could play with his friends," Jett shrugged. He played it off, but on the inside he was freaking out. Heath Diamond, one of the coolest kids in school was talking to him.

"Little brothers are a drag," Heath said taking a seat next to Jett. "Mine is awful and my mom is making me watch him, because he's too young to go out alone."

"Ha, same here," Jett said laughing. "I'm Jett by the way," he added.

"Heath," Heath replied. Jett just nodded his head.

"You go to Sherwood right, I think I've seen you around a few times," Heath said looking Jett up and down.

"Yeah, I'm a sophomore," Jett said. There went any chance he had with the guy. There was no way Heath would want to hang out with a lowly sophomore like him.

"I never would've guessed you were a sophomore," Heath said looking Jett up and down.

"Yeah, I get that a lot," Jett said.

"Do you work out or something, you look like you work out a lot," Heath said.

"Yeah, with my dad. He's teaching me all his workout habits," Jett said nodding his head. He felt his cheeks heat up under Heath's intense stare.

"How about later, I pick you up and we can go hang out," Heath said.

"Uh, yeah sure," Jett said nodding his head.

"Alright, I'll see you later then," Heath said standing up. "What's your number?"

Jett quickly gave him his number. Heath promised to call him and walked away. Jett just sat there in shock. Did that really just happen. It didn't feel real. Jett whipped his phone out and texted Lucy. She needed to know this. Lucy was excited for him and expected details later tonight. Jett promised as long as she shared how her date went.

Jett was shaken from his thoughts as Dak ran over to him. He fell down beside the teen.

"Hi Dak, what do you want?" Jett asked looking down at the younger boy.

"Who was that?" Dak asked simply.

"What are you talking about?" Jett asked.

"That guy you were talking to," Dak said.

"That's none of your business," Jett said shaking his head.

"Was he your boyfriend?" Dak asked.

Jett choked on a gasp. He looked down at the kid shocked. He hadn't even told his parents he was bisexual yet. He wasn't sure how to tell them, or if they'd accept him.

"He's not my boyfriend," Jett said.

"You want him to be," Dak replied.

"So," Jett said.

"That's cool, but I think you could do better," Dak replied moving to stand up. Jett's hand shot out and stopped the kid from moving an inch.

"You don't care that I like guys," Jett asked.

"Nah, I've always liked guys. I told my mom and dad that boys were pretty too when I was younger, I think they already know," Dak said grinning.

"Only you Zevon," Jett said shaking his head. "Look not a word to anyone. I haven't even told my parents yet," he said quickly.

"Why not?" Dak asked confused.

"I'm just trying to find the right way to tell them," Jett sighed.

"You could just tell them that boys are pretty. Not like girls of course, but handsome," Dak said with a grin.

"Shouldn't you be with your friends that are your own age," Jett asked coolly.

"Nah, Kendall and Logan are playing hockey with James and Carlos, they hardly notice I'm gone," Dak said waving his hand.

"Who's James?" Jett asked not recognizing that name.

"Uh, James Diamond he's been our friend for awhile now. He is a pretty good hockey player," Dak said.

"Oh," Jett said taken aback slightly. Did he really not pay that much attention to his brother's friends anymore. Maybe he should put a little more effort to be a part of Kendall's life. "So how are things," Jett asked giving up on getting rid of Dak. Dak wasn't the type to give up easily.

"Ok, my mom seems, she's..." Dak trailed off at a loss for words. That was a first, Jett could never get the kid to shut up.

"I know Dak, it's ok," Jett said placing a hand on Dak's shoulder. Dak bit his lip and looked away from Jett.

It was no secret that Dak's home life wasn't the best. His mother had lost two babies in the last few years. She would carry them to almost full term and lose them. She couldn't understand why this was happening to her. She had slowly slipped into a depression. On top of that his dad had turned to drinking his sorrows away. Dak spent many nights and the Knights household. It was a lot to take for only being eleven years old. Jett had to give the kid props for keeping it together as well as he did.

"I'm sorry Dak, I didn't mean to bring it up," Jett said quietly.

"You know what it's ok Jett. I'm fine," Dak said jumping up. He gave Jett a smile, but it didn't quite reach his eyes. He took off back over to Kendall and their friends.

Jett sat there watching Dak. He wasn't sure how Dak kept so upbeat, but he managed. He somehow still saw the bright side in things and was cheerful most of the time. He was also so insightful for only being eleven. Dak was wise beyond his was easy to forget the kid was so young.

-Best Friend's Brother-

Kendall yawned as he fell onto his bed. He glanced over to his door as it opened and Dak walked in.

"Didn't I just get rid of you?" Kendall asked.

"Yeah, they're fighting again," Dak said simply. He walked over to the bed and collapsed next to the blonde.

"Staying the night then?" Kendall asked.

"I already told your mom I was," Dak replied.

"Cool, wanna play some Deadwood and kill some Zombies," Kendall asked sitting up.

"Sure," Dak said.

Kendall grabbed his two controllers and tossed one to Dak as he started his xbox. They both signed in and started playing. They jumped right in and started killing zombies.

"Did you know Jett has a date?" Dak asked.

"Really? Someone likes Jett?" Kendall asked shocked.

"Don't act so surprised," Dak replied.

"Sorry, I just have trouble seeing anyone liking Jett. He's a jerk sometimes," Kendall said.

"Well if you didn't push his buttons all the time maybe he'd be nicer to you," Dak replied.

"Are you defending him?" Kendall asked shocked. He looked over at Dak questioningly.

"He's your brother Kendall, you should try to be nice to him. He's really not that mean," Dak said shrugging.

"Oh please, he hates me and it probably because we are only half brothers," Kendall replied.

"That is still brothers, and he doesn't hate you," Dak said quickly.

"How do you know?" Kendall asked.

"Because your brothers. Brothers love each other even if they don't always get along," Dak replied.

"Sure, sure," Kendall said.

The two turned their attention to the game they were playing. Dak couldn't help but wonder why Kendall and Jett didn't like each other. It was odd, if Dak had a little brother he would do anything in his power to protect him and help him be a better person. Kendall and Jett's relationship was odd. It did not reflect in Jett's relationship with Katie however. Jett adored her and protected her more than he did Kendall. Kendall was just as protective of Katie as well. It was the one thing the two brothers had in common.

Dak eventually grew bored of playing games and wondered into the kitchen in search of snacks. He found Jett doing the same thing. He grabbed a soda and held one out to Dak.

"Thanks," Dak said.

"You were right," Jett said taking a sip of his own soda.

"Of course I was," Dak said cockily. "What was I right about?"

"Telling my parents about me liking guys," Jett said smiling.

"You told them? They still love you right?" Dak asked quickly. He started firing questions off quickly. Jett slapped a hand over his mouth.

"Shut up, and yes they do," Jett said smiling.

Dak pulled Jett's hand away from his mouth. He looked up at Jett with a big grin. "See this is why you never doubt me," he said.

"Yes, Mr. Smug," Jett replied rolling his eyes.

"It's about time you realize," Dak said cockily.

Jett's phone buzzed and he pulled it from his pocket. He looked at before chugging his soda. He tossed the can and ran from the room. He hollered he'd be back later and he was gone.

Dak stood there and sighed. He was happy that Jett was finally being himself, but he couldn't help the small knot that formed in his stomach. He didn't understand this feeling. It had happened before when Jett introduced them to Lucy. It was strange.

"Dude you coming back up?" Kendall asked walking into the kitchen. Dak looked up at his best friend.

"Sorry, I was just thinking," Dak said plastering a smile on his face. He left the kitchen. Kendall followed after him.

"You ok?" Kendall asked.

"Never better," Dak replied glancing over his shoulder.

-We Are-

Jett ran outside and saw Heath standing by his car. He slowed down to a walk. He had to play it cool. Heath smiled as he walked up.

"So my friend Wayne Wayne is throwing a party, you game?" Heath asked.

"Sure," Jett said nodding his head slowly.

"We don't have to if you don't want to," Heath said shrugging.

"I don't care, it sounds fun," Jett said.

"You know what, Wayne Wayne is a pain in the ass, I've changed my mind. Get in the car," Heath said.

"Gonna tell me where we're going?" Jett asked slowly.

"The mall, the theater there still has the Zombie movie playing," Heath said. Jett nodded his head. He got into the car. Heath got in and started driving.

The ride was silent until they reached the mall. They got out of the car and started inside. Heath led Jett to the theater. He bought their tickets and snacks. They entered their theater and sat down in the back.

Jett looked over at Heath for a moment. He wasn't sure if this was a date or what. He was confused over what this was.

"Is something wrong?" Heath asked.

"Is this...is this a date?" Jett asked slowly.

Heath thought for a moment. He seemed to be thinking this over. "Yeah, I mean I'd like it to be," he said.

"Really?" Jett asked. Heath nodded his head with a smile crossing his lips. "Ok then," he said nodding his head as well.

The pair sat back as the previews started showing. Jett suddenly felt nervous. This was a date. This was his first date.

Soon the movie started. Jett's attention was on the movie. It was your standard zombie movie. People suddenly stranded in a zombie apocalypse and having to band together with some strangers to survive with a sub romantic plot.

Jett felt Heath shift beside him. He glanced over at Heath. He looked to Jett with a small smile. Jett turned his attention back to the movie. Heath lifted his arm and stretched. His arm came down on the back of Jett's chair. Jett scooted a bit closer to Heath. His arm moved to relax on Jett's shoulders. Jett smiled and tried to focus on the movie, but he couldn't focus. All he could think about was Heath.

He looked over at the older teen and saw him looking at him as well. Before Jett knew what was happening he felt a pair of lips on his. It sent a small spark through him. Jett liked this. He followed Heath's lead. He felt a tongue on his lips. Jett parted his lips and let Heath take the lead.

Soon the movie ended and Jett was sitting there breathlessly. He looked at Heath who was smirking at him.

"Let's get out of here," Heath said jumping up.

Jett followed suit and followed him out to his car. Heath Started driving quickly. Soon he was at the lookout outside of the town. Jett felt nervous as he looked over at Heath.

"Back seat?" Heath asked.

"Uh, sure?" Jett said slowly.

"Is this too fast? We don't have to if you don't want to," Heath said quickly.

"I just, I've never..." Jett trailed off slowly. He looked down at his lap.

"It's ok Jett, we don't have to, we can wait if you want," Heath said.

"Wait?" Jett asked confused.

"Yeah, I like you, and I would like to go on another date," Heath said smiling. Jett smiled at that. "I can take you home if you want," he offered.

"Ok, I'm sorry," Jett said looking out the window.

"Hey you don't have to be sorry, I don't know what you heard about me but I don't push anyone to do anything," Heath said quickly.

He drove Jett home. They stopped outside and Jett looked over at Heath. Heath leaned over and gave him a peck on the lips.

"I'll see you in school," Heath replied. Jett nodded his head and got out of the car. He watched Heath as he drove away. Jett ran inside telling his parents he was home as he ran up to his bedroom. He was eager to call Lucy and tell her everything.

So there you go another chapter. Cindy lost another baby, and Zeke has become an alcoholic. Will they ever recover? Jett went on a date, if Heath a good guy? Will this end happily? Or in Heartbreak? Will Dak realize his feeling for Jett? How will he react to meeting Heath? Will Kendall and Jett ever get along? So there you go some things to think about until the next chapter.

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