Hey guys!
I'm back with a new chapter, and as I promised, it's much longer than the previous one.
This chapter's still dedicated to LittleMonkeyDog and Rusher Driver.
Songs used: Theory Of a Deadman: Out Of My Head, Taking Back Sunday: Liar (It Takes One To Know One) and Smokie: Living Next Door To Alice
They're amazing songs, check'em out, y'all ;)
We watched TV 'till noon. Then we sat down to eat a little soup that was from yesterday. We put some on our plates and I almost started eating when Kendall told me to wait. I watched him with wide eyes as he took a huge carrot and plopped it right into my soup. After he did, he peacefully began eating. I stared at him blankly.
"Kendall." I said quietly. He looked up at me.
"Mmm?"
"What's that?" I asked, pointing at the carrot. He looked at it, then back at me.
"A banana." He answered. I narrowed my eyes at him, making him smile.
"Max told me to make sure you eat some vegetables."
I raised an eyebrow in disbelief.
"I'm serious, he did." Kendall told me, and I could tell he wasn't joking now. In fact, he was grinning mischievously and fully enjoying the situation.
"Now, eat. That carrot's not gonna eat itself." His face suddenly became stern. He's a good actor, that's for sure.
"Uhh..." I pretended to think. "No."
Kendall's eyebrows furrowed together as he put his spoon down calmly.
"You're not getting up from this table until you eat that vegetable." He said in a quiet but firm voice, keeping the straight face. He shall make a fine father one day.
"Is that so?" I asked. He nodded, picking up his spoon again.
"Yes, now eat. No talking while eating."
I chuckled and began eating. I'm a quick eater, so soon I was done and only that disgusting carrot remained on my plate. Kendall was also done and looking at me with a serious look on his face. I raised an eyebrow, challenging him. He leaned back in his chair, crossing his arms over his chest and taking a deep breath.
"Eat." He told me. I stared at him before bursting out.
"Come on Kendall, you can't be that bad of a babysitter! I thought you were cool!"
He burst out laughing, putting the carrot back on the plate he took it from.
"Fine. You don't have to eat it. Just messing with you." He grinned and winked at me. I stuck my tongue out at him.
"Oh." He pretended to get offended. "Maybe you have to."
"Never in a million years." I chuckled. Kendall followed me to the kitchen as we put our plates and spoons in the sink.
"Sooo... what should we do now?" He asked, leaning against the counter.
"We could go outside." I answered. "There's a small basketball court a few blocks away. Wanna play?"
"Sure." He smiled." We have to wait until your brother wakes up though."
"I'm awake." I heard Jaxon's voice. He was in the process of putting on a shirt as he walked past us and to the front door.
"Where are you going?"
"To the gym." He replied, making me smile. Girls are already head over heels for him. One thing's for sure: he's going to be a heartbreaker.
"Did you sleep good?" I asked gently. He looked into my eyes, giving me a teeny smile.
"Not really."
I furrowed my eyebrows together. Jaxon let out a laugh.
"Don't worry about me, I'll be fine. I just need some advice. I'll talk to Uncle Ted later today."
"Okay." I said, relieved. He gave me one last smile before turning to Kendall.
"Take care of the kid."
"I will." They shook hands and Jaxon left.
"He's a cool guy. And has a firm handshake." Kendall told me, moving his fingers around. I nodded. He picked up the basketball we put on the ground before lunch.
"Now." He half-smiled. "You're going down."
We went down to the court and started to playing. I wouldn't say I'm a great player but I could definitely use Kendall's height against him.
There was a small soccer court next to us and some half-naked guys (ohh) were playing there. About 20 minutes in our game with Kendall, we heard someone yell "Watch out!" and in the next second the soccer ball swept me off my feet. I fell, my body hitting the ground with my right foot underneath me. It hurt like hell. Still, not wanting them to be concerned with me, I picked up the ball as I was lying on my side and threw it back to them. They yelled "Sorry" and kept playing. Kendall ran up to me, kneeling to the ground.
"Are you okay?" He asked, concerned. I sat up. My ankle was throbbing with pain. I shook my head. Kendall carefully took my foot in his lap and rolled my jeans up. My ankle was swelling.
"Can you move it?" He asked, stroking my shin with his fingertips.
"I really don't want to." I answered, blinking back the tears.
"You have to try." He told me gently. I took a deep breath and attempted to move it. It hurt like hell, but at least it moved.
"That's good." Kendall said. "This means it's not broken."
My ankle kept swelling and the pain increased horribly.
"But we still have to go to the hospital." He declared. I nodded and tried to stand up, holding onto Kendall. I couldn't stand on my right leg, it hurt too much. Kendall picked me up and I immediately buried my face in his neck. I felt him rub my back.
"It'll be okay."
He walked back to our house and put me on the passenger's seat of his car, buckling me up. Then he drove to the hospital and carried me in. When we were finally allowed to go in the doctor's office I was in so much pain. He set me down where the nurse told him to and then she left, saying the doctor will be here shortly. I dangled my feet, something I always do when I'm nervous. It hurt, but it was also stress-relieving. Kendall gently set his hands on my knees.
"Stop." His voice was hushed, bust stern. I sighed, dropping my head to my chest.
"Hey." He told me, tilting my chin up to make me look at him. "It's okay. I'm here with you. Everything's going to be fine." I nodded. He squeezed my leg affectionately. I let out an involuntary giggle. His eyes widened.
"You're ticklish, aren't you?" He smiled, giving my left leg a few more light squeezes, making me laugh uncontrollably as I tried to pry his hands off.
"Well laughter is not a common thing to hear here." The doctor appeared with a smile on his face.
"I'm Dr. Mason." He greeted as they shook hands with Kendall.
"Ciara." I said. He smiled, looking down at my leg.
"Let's take care of that ankle."
He was pretty nice. Too bad that I've always been afraid of doctors. He took my foot in his hands, just looking at it for a little. Then, without any warning whatsoever, he gave my ankle a squeeze. I winced in pain, making him stop.
"We have to make an X-ray."
Finally, I got a bandage on my ankle. I was limping a little, but at least I could step on it. I was also told to rest it and not to run. Which will be a little hard for me 'cause I even run in the house. But whatever. We got in the car and I put my seatbelt on.
"Let's sing something, okay?" Kendall smiled, turning on the radio.
"I-I-ah-I-I can't get you out of my head" The radio sang.
"God knows I've tried but I just can't forget." We answered. Theory of a Deadman. One of the coolest bands ever.
"Those crazy nights and
All the things that we did
I-ah-I-I can't get you out of my head
Oh Oh
Maybe it was the way you talked
Maybe it was the way you laughed
I don't know just what it is
But I know I want you back
I-I-ah-I-I can't get you out of my head
God knows I've tried
But I just can't forget
Those crazy nights
And all the things that we did
I-ah-I-I can't get you out of my head
Oh Oh
Maybe it was the way you smiled
Maybe it was the way you kissed (yeah, maybe)
I don't know just what it is
But I know I want this to last
I-I-ah-I-I can't get you out of my head
God knows I've tried
But I just can't forget
Those crazy nights
And all the things that we did
I-ah-I-I can't get you out of my head
I keep trying to sleep
But I'm lying awake
I'm thinkin' about the love I threw away (threw away),
But it won't let me go
And I need you to know that...
I-I-ah-I-I
I-I-ah-I-I (h-I-I)
I-I-ah-I-I
I-I-ah-I-I can't get you out of my head
I-I-ah-I-I can't get you out of my head
God knows I've tried
But I just can't forget
In my whole life
I never had it this bad
I-ah-I-I can't get you out of my head (whoa)
Out of my head (whoa)
Whoa
I-I-ah-I-I can't get you out of my head
I-I-ah-I-I..."
Then, another song came in. When Kendall heard the first few words, he kind of had a fangirl attack.
All our secrets they are tailored trouble
Draped loose now around your hips
Your spotless instincts are valid
We coexist
Got 26 days to work with (got 26 days)
We got 26 days to work with (it moves, it moves, it moves)
We'll see what all gets done
I'm an addict for dramatics
I confuse the two for love
"You can tell me that you don't beg..."
Liar (liar)
If we're keeping score
We're all choir boys at best
(Intrusive and arrogant)
Liar (liar)
If we're keeping score
We're all choir boys at best
(Intrusive and arrogant)
Got 26 days to work with (got 26 days)
Then back on that island
That you swear by
Still barely can't afford
It's still a question of
How long will this hold?
Is it any different now that we are
Don't you go there not here, not now
(it moves, it moves, it moves)
Not here, not now
I'm an addict for dramatics
I confuse the two for love
You can tell me don't beg
Liar (liar)
If we're keeping score
We're all choir boys at best
(Intrusive and arrogant)
Liar (liar)
If we're keeping score
Were all choir boys at best
(Intrusive and arrogant)
We're all choir boys at best
Liar (liar)
If we're keeping score
We're all choir boys at best
(Intrusive and arrogant)
Liar (liar)
If we're keeping score
We're all choir boys at best
(Intrusive and arrogant)
Liar (liar)
Liar (liar)
It takes one to know one"
When we got home, Kendall asked me if I want the guys to come over. I happily said yes. He made a few calls an soon, we heard the doorbell ring. I wanted to answer the door but he firmly told me not to get up.
"Hi Ciara!" James greeted, leaning down for a hug. "What happened to your leg?"
And of course the other two guys wanted to know as well. After I told them, Logan said he debars me from getting up and that I need to tell them if I need anything. Now I didn't like that very much, because one: my ankle's bruised, not broken. And two: I hate being served to. As long as I'm physically capable of doing something, I am going to do it. But I didn't argue.
"So." Carlos said. "What should we do?"
Mmm. That was a tough question. What do you do with four almost twenty-year old guys?
"Call of Duty?" I asked. They looked at me as if I've just grown three heads.
"What?" I asked.
James chuckled.
"Let me get this straight. You're not only adorable and smart, but you also like playing video games. Especially Call of Duty."
"I have a brother. " I shrugged. "I pick up on some things."
"Alright then, let's play!" Kendall cheered and we all picked a controller.
I have to admit, I'm pretty good at Call of Duty, and not only because of Jaxon. To be honest, I've always been hanging out with guys. Talking to girls about makeup, boys and celebrities never seemed to be my cup of tea. Okay, talking about boys maybe. I mean, you have to talk to somebody about them. But makeup and celebrities... Some people asked me lately why I want to become an actress if I don't care about dresses, makeup and celebrities. Simple: all I wanna do is act.
Back to the boys topic, my guy friends thaught me a lot and there were times I beat them at those video games. That's why Carlos was surprised when I accidently-on purpose killed his character.
" That's not fair!" He exclaimed, putting his controller down.
"Ha-ha, you got beaten by a girl!" Kendall teased, right before his character got shot by me. He watched it die with wide eyes as he looked at me.
"Carlos." He said and they shared a look I didn't like the least bit. "I think we should teach this girl a lesson. "
"Uh-uh!" I yelled at them but Carlos already took the controller from my hands. "No!"
Kendall and Carlos started to tickle me. I started laughing like crazy, trying to escape from their clutches but it wasn't easy. If one of them wasn't tickling me, then the other one was. That's another thing about playing video games with boys. They can't take being defeated and because they can't win after their character died, they don't let you to win either.
Logan peered at us for a moment before focusing on the screen again.
"Go easy on her, guys." He smiled but it quickly faded away as James shot him.
"Yesss!" James cheered, jumping on the couch and doing a victory dance. "I win, you lose! I win!"
We played like 10 more games, we just couldn't stop. Finally after 3 hours of playing and constant tickle attacks we laid out on the couch, laughing. I leaned against Kendall.
"You're always with Kendall." James pouted, making me chuckle as Kendall gave my shoulder a squeeze. "Don't you want to come here to me?"
"No. She's not stepping on her bruised foot." Logan told him firmly and I playfully rolled my eyes at him. I then extended my hands towards James.
"You're too far."
Kendall picked me up.
"Here." He said, handing me to James. James happily pulled me closer and I snuggled against him. Kendall's hugs are the best but James is a good hugger to.
"Alright, let's play one last game, and then we gotta go." Kendall smiled at me. It was already dark outside.
"Why don't we sing something instead?" Carlos asked, looking at me. "I heard you're a good singer."
I smiled at Kendall.
"You can take Jaxon's guitar, it's on the right if you go through the hallway."
He nodded and left. A few seconds later he returned with the guitar in his hands.
"This is one of the most beautiful guitars I've ever seen." He marveled as he sat down. Well. My parents don't have good manners but at least they have money.
"I know what to sing." Logan chimed in. "Who knows "Living Next Door to Alice?"
We all laughed and nodded.
"But we can just pause instead of saying the f word, okay?" Kendall asked, looking at me meaningfully.
"Please Kendall. I heard that word a thousand times, it won't hurt me if I hear it a couple more times."
"Shh." He shushed me and I stuck my tongue out at him. He returned the action and blew a raspberry at me. Then we began to sing.
"Sally called when she got the word,
And she said: "I suppose you've heard -
About Alice".
When I rushed to the window,
And I looked outside,
And I could hardly believe my eyes -
As a big limousine rolled up
Into Alice's drive...
Oh, I don't know why she's leaving,
Or where she's gonna go,
I guess she's got her reasons,
But I just don't want to know,
'Cos for twenty-four years
I've been living next door to Alice.
ALICE? WHO THE (PAUSE) IS ALICE?!
Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance,
To tell her how I feel, and maybe get a second glance,
Now I've got to get used to not living next door to Alice...
ALICE? WHO THE (PAUSE) IS ALICE?!
We grew up together,
Two kids in the park,
We carved our initials,
Deep in the bark,
Me and Alice.
Now she walks through the door,
With her head held high,
Just for a moment, I caught her eye,
As a big limousine pulled slowly
Out of Alice's drive.
Oh, I don't know why she's leaving,
Or where she's gonna go,
I guess she's got her reasons,
But I just don't want to know,
'Cos for twenty-four years
I've been living next door to Alice.
ALICE? WHO THE (PAUSE) IS ALICE?!
Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance,
To tell her how I feel, and maybe get a second glance,
Now I gotta get used to not living next door to Alice...
ALICE? WHO THE (PAUSE) IS ALICE?!
And Sally called back and asked how I felt,
And she said: "I know how to help -
Get over Alice".
She said: "Now Alice is gone,
But I'm still here,
You know I've been waiting
For twenty-four years..."
And a big limousine dissapeared...
I don't know why she's leaving,
Or where she's gonna go,
I guess she's got her reasons,
But I just don't want to know,
'Cos for twenty-four years
I've been living next door to Alice.
ALICE? WHO THE (PAUSE) IS ALICE?!
Twenty-four years just waiting for a chance,
To tell her how I feel, and maybe get a second glance,
But I'll never get used to not living next door to Alice...
ALICE? WHO THE (PAUSE) IS ALICE?!
Now I'll never get used to not living next door to Alice..."
Alright guys, that's it for today. Next chapter coming up Friday or Saturday!
~ I can feel it in the air that it's on tonight, I don't really care if it's wrong or right... ~
