A/N: You all really know how to make a girl smile. I love all the feedback that I have received from you. Special thanks to XeroPrime for helping me figure out the formatting. I unfortunately couldn't get that word processor you were talking about. But I hope this chapter is more aesthetically pleasing.

Disclaimer: I do not own Big Time Rush or the song "If Today Was Your Last Day"

Chapter 3

Every second counts, 'cause there's no second try- Nickelback

"Dude, are you serious?" Carlos asked me eagerly.

It had been a week since I made my decision to give the guys the best summer of their lives. Throughout the week, I researched locations, hotels, scenic highways… everything that was vital to the success of this trip. Once I gathered all the information I needed, I called the guys and asked them to meet me at our favorite ice cream parlor so I could tell them my plan.

"Yeah, why not?" I replied nonchalantly. "I mean, it's not like any of us had anything interesting to do this summer anyways."

It was true. None of us were able to get a job, and I was the only one who even considered going to summer school. Of course, in light of recent news, I changed my mind.

"You're really proposing we go on a three week road trip?" Kendall inquired, his eyebrow quirked. "Surely you know how expensive that is."

"Don't worry. I researched and planned the whole thing. I thought of the trip, so I'll pay for everything."

It was no secret that I came from an affluent family. Before things took a turn for the worse, both of my parents were very successful. My mom was the CEO of some multimillion-dollar company, and my father was an attorney. I was a very privileged child and always got what I wanted. I had the perfect life, and up until my mother's death, I was the envy of all my friends. Even back then, I knew my life was sickeningly ironic.

It's also no secret that when my father was committed, I inherited everything. I never did tap into the inheritance, always saying that it was there for a "rainy day." Well, I figured it couldn't get any "rainier" than dying, so why not splurge on my friends?

Kendall eyed me warily. I sighed.

"Really, it's not as expensive as you think. Plus, wouldn't it be nice to get out of Minnesota for a while?" Kendall continued to stare at me, analyzing my every movement. I met his gaze with a determined one of my own. I will get my way.

"Well, I guess it could be fun," he finally relented.

"Wow, Logan. You've never been much of the adventurous type. Who would've thought one year away at college could change you?" James observed.

I wanted to laugh at his statement, at its sheer ridiculousness. If only that was the case.

Carlos began to bounce in his seat, the effects of the ice cream kicking in. "So, where are we gonna go?"

"Well," I began, "I figured we could first drive to South Dakota—"

Carlos squealed happily.

"Then I thought we might drive to Washington and catch a cruise ship to Alaska. Glacier Bay is known for its glaciers, you know."

I could tell Kendall wanted to object, but I pressed on. "I figured our final stop would be California."

This earned me a huge grin from James. "Oh, oh, oh! This is gonna be so cool. I mean, this could be the start of my career!"

Carlos cheered. "Road trip, baby! WHOOOOO!"

"Carlos, you really need to chill before you wind up in a sugar-induced coma." Kendall chastised, watching the hyperactive teen cautiously. Satisfied that Carlos had settled down, Kendall turned to me.

"When should we leave, then?"

"The sooner, the better I think." I responded, trying not to dwell on the double meaning I had inadvertently implied.

"How about the day after tomorrow?" James suggested. "That way we have time to prepare and pack."

I nodded. "Yeah, good plan."

Kendall clapped his hands together. "Okay, it's settled then. We'll meet at Logan's apartment the day after tomorrow at noon." Carlos jumped out of his seat, and began to dance excitedly.

"Ohboyohboyohboyohboyohboy," he yelled, his tongue moving a mile a minute.

"Carlos," James, Kendall, and I warned.

"Is everything ok, Logan?" Kendall inquired

Kendall's car was in the shop, so I offered to drive him home after our little meeting. We had just arrived at Kendall's house when he made his query.

I coughed nervously. "Yeah, sure. Why?"

He shrugged. "You've never been one to spend money. Or initiate adventures. I just wanted to make sure everything was ok."

"Yeah, everything's fine. I just figured that you only live once, right? Why not make the most out of it," I lied shamelessly.

Kendall shook his head. "True. Well, regardless, I'm really glad you thought of this. I think it'll be lots of fun."

"I hope so," I sincerely replied. Kendall smiled and began to get out of my car. As soon as he was out, he turned around and bent over so I could see his face through my car window.

"Thanks again for the ride, man,"

"No worries. I'll see you soon."

Kendall waved goodbye, then turned to go inside his house. I sped away from his neighborhood, guilt filling my heart. I've never lied to Kendall in the time that we've known each other. And now, I'm lying to him about the single most important thing ever. Could I truly justify that? Justify betraying my best friend?

I wasn't so sure, but I knew it was too late to question my actions. I made my choice, and I will have to face the repercussions once the truth comes out. I could only hope that Kendall and the gang would forgive me.

A/N: I know, it's really short. It's a transition chapter, and I'm hoping that I won't write a lot of these kinds of chapters in the future. Anyways, thanks again for reading. I'm not sure when the next chapter will be up; I'm having some difficulties writing it. But I promise to have it out as quickly as I can.