Unlikely Pair Chapter 10: Tense words, Truth revealed, a dawson's creek fanfic

Description: this is a story I have been working on for a while. This is my third Dawson's Creek story. I'll writing this as well as Conflicted Love, Love Unrequited and Clueless Affection on here now.

Disclaimer: I may not own the characters but this story is original and from my imagination.

Author's note: this is my forth try at a Dawson's creek story, be nice to me please. This is a Pacey/Joey fic, my version of how they got together. Enjoy and review thanks

Chapter #13

(Pacey's pov)

" No, that's not what I want Joe!", I yell in frustration before running a hand through my hair. The look on Joey's face right now is priceless. Its one of shock and anger. Joey couldn't look any hotter right now. Sometimes I'll pick a fight just to watch her scream and hit me, its kind of a turn on when Joey goes off on me.

" Well, then what do you want Pacey?! Why did you even come here, to pick a fight with me?", accuses Joey as she glares up at me. Right there, that is the look of hers that drives me wild. Its so easy to get Joey riled up. I should probably watch what I say though, if I'm not careful Joey might kick the crap out of me. Its happened before.

" I came to see you Joe...I missed you.", I admit with a tired sigh. Sitting back down on her bed, I turn my gaze toward anywhere but her eyes. Truth be told I'm afraid to see Joey's reaction to my little confession. While I might have missed her, that's not to say that she exactly missed me in return. I got used to spending time with Joey. When she started ditching me, I was torn up. For a while I was convinced I did something wrong.

" Then why are we arguing over something Jen said?", asks Joey as she settles down beside me. She makes a good point. Why are we letting something that Jen said drive a wedge between us? Jen doesn't know what she is talking about. She just wanted to push our buttons. If Joey doesn't see me in that way, I'll be alright with that. It will suck, but I'll deal with it. Not like I expect her to like me anyway. Why would she?

Staring down at Joey with a smile, I share a laugh with her," You're right, Jen doesn't know what she is talking about."

Turning her gaze away from mine, Joey hides the hurt look in her eyes as she whispers to herself," I told Jen there was no way you could ever like me."

" What was that Joe?", I question when she mutters quietly under her breath. Startled from her thoughts, Joey glances over at me. Does she have any idea how gorgeous she is? No other girl has anything on Joey. This girl in one of a kind. What I would give to have a chance with her. If I ever had a shot with Joey, I would make sure that I treated her right.

" Nothing, I was just talking to myself Pace. Want to stay and watch a movie?", inquires Joey with a half smile. Knowing better than to question Joey, I only nod my agreement. I'm not sure what it is that she said, but I know that it wasn't nothing. I don't want to push things though and risk Joey kicking me out. I have missed spending time with her, besides it will be nice to have her in my arms again. Even if it is only for a couple hours.

" Yeah, sure. I got nothing better to do Potter.", I tease with a playful nudge and a goofy smirk. This earns a rolls of the eyes from Joey. Alright, cool. Things are finally back to normal between the two of us again. I don't know why we ever let something Jen said get the best of us. Jen doesn't know what she is talking about. If Joey liked me she would have said something by now, she's pretty upfront about these things.

" Cool, pick a movie and put it in. I'll make popcorn Pace." offers Joey before standing from her seat. Watching as she walks out of the room, I lay back in her bed and close my eyes briefly. This is how it is supposed to be, Joey and I curled up to a movie. Sure, we're not a couple. But if this is as close as I can get to Joey? I'll take it. Having her in my arms for a night is better than nothing after all. ….(End Pacey's pov)

Disclaimer: I may not own the characters but this story is original and from my imagination.

Author's note: this is my forth try at a Dawson's creek story, be nice to me please. This is a Pacey/Joey fic, my version of how they got together. Enjoy and review thanks

Chapter #14

(Jen's pov)

" Jen, we need to talk. What the hell is your problem?", blurts Joey in a fit of rage as she walks up behind me. Uh oh, Joey sounds angry. This is not a good sign. Not a good sign at all. What could I have done to provoke her? Let me think. …..Nope, I'm coming up with a big blank. I have no idea what I did to tick Joey off. But I'm sure its a matter of time before she so eloquently tells me. Something tells me that I'm in for an earful.

" I don't get it, Joe. What do you mean? You sound serious. Is something wrong?", I ask for the hell of it. This seems to agitate Joey even more though I think as she takes a threatening step toward me. Holy crap, she is fuming. Joey has a fist clenched at her side. Is she going to hit me? Dear god I hope not. The last thing that I want to do is get into a fist fight with Joey. We were just finally starting to become friends. I have to find a way to defuse things and quick.

Pacing around in front of me, Joey stops in her tacks," You had to put your nose where it didn't belong, didn't you? Why did you have to start asking me questions about Pacey?"

Raising a confused eyebrow in Joey's direction, I step in Joey's path when she starting pacing again," Joe, relax. Breath. Now, what are you talking about? I was just trying to see if you liked him that's all Joe. I thought that maybe you did."

" Well, it turns out that you were right Jen. Are you happy now? Because I'm not, I am miserable thank you very much.", snaps Joey with a frustrated sigh before turning to take off. Quickly stepping in front of Joey, I stop her from leaving. Whoa, hold on. Did I seriously just hear Joey right? Did she just admit to liking Pacey Witter? Pacey? Really? ….Pacey, the guy she once compared to a toad? I have to be hearing things right now. I was mostly just goofing with those two. I mean, sure Joey and Pacey have some serious sexual tension going on between them. But I never in my life ever thought that Joey Potter of all people would ever actually admit to like Pacey Witter. This is big, this is really big. I can not believe that I was actually right! Guess I really know how to call it. This doesn't explain why Joey currently wants to kill me. Something must have happened. Why else would Joey be so upset with me? The question is what? What could have possibly happened that would cause Joey to hunt me down and chew me out the way she just did? I have got to find out what is going on. The curiosity is killing me.

" What do you mean I was right? Joey, are you trying to tell me that...Oh my god!", I gasp in excitement as a wide grin makes its way across my features. This in turn cause Joey to narrow her eyes at me. Yeah, she totally hates me right now. I made Joey realize that she has feelings for Pacey and it is driving her crazy. I should probably loose the smug 'I told you so' smirk before Joey decides to clock me one. I always thought there was something between those two. Turns out I was right. I should probably shut up and let Joey explain a it little further before I start jumping to conclusions. …..(End Jen's pov)

Disclaimer: I may not own the characters but this story is original and from my imagination.

Author's note: this is my forth try at a Dawson's creek story, be nice to me please. This is a Pacey/Joey fic, my version of how they got together. Enjoy and review thanks

Chapter #15

(Joey's pov)

" Come on, Jen. Could you possibly be any louder?", I exclaim in a hushed voice before glancing around to see if anyone her. God, I can't talk to Jen about anything can I? This girl is a total blabber mouth? Why doesn't she just announce it to Pacey and make my life a living hell. Thanks to Jen, I realized that I have feelings for Pacey, a guy I never expected to like ever. How could this have happened?

" I'm sorry Joe. I never guessed you would admit that I was right.", confides Jen with a knowing smile before placing her arm around my shoulder. Glaring over at Jen, I tense up at her touch. Yeah, that makes two of us. In a million years, I never thought that you would ever be right about something. But you were, right on the damn nail. I like Pacey J. Witter. How this happened I have no clue.

" Yeah, well neither did I. But for whatever reason, I like Pacey.", I admit with pure disgust in my voice. Ugh, I just want to vomit. I feel sick just saying that out loud. What has happened to me? When did I start to notice Pacey in a different light? I'm not supposed to think he has strong hands, beautiful eyes, or soft kissable lips. I'm supposed to loathe, hate and be completely disgusted by Pacey, but I no longer am.

" You should tell Pacey, what is the worse that could happen Joe, he rejects you?", inquires Jen with an encouraging smile. Yes, that is exactly what could and would happen. If I told Pacey that I liked him, he would laugh in my face and then proceed to make fun of me. I couldn't handle it if Pacey rejected me, for whatever reason I care about him way too much.

Kicking at the ground in frustration, I laugh to myself," Actually, yeah Jen. I'm pretty sure that if I told Pacey that I liked him and he didn't feel the same or laughed in my face, I would be completely crushed and heart broken. Even more than I already am. Sorry Jen, but that is not exactly a risk that I am willing to take."

Giving me a light nudge, Jen offers me a sympathetic smile," You don't know that's how he will react Joey."

" You're right and I'm never going to because Pacey is never going to find out that I like him, Jen.", I warn in a threatening tone as I fold my arms across my chest. I swear if Jen so much as utters a word of this conversation to Pacey or anyone else for that matter, I kill not hesitate to kill her. I'm not even entirely sure why I'm admitting to Jen that I like Pacey. She's not exactly known for keeping secrets.

" Oh, I would say your about ten seconds too late for that Joe.", mutters Jen in an apologetic tone. What is she talking about? I'm ten seconds too late for what? I don't get Jen sometimes. If this is her idea of some kind of a twisted joke, I don't find it one bit fun. She had better keep her mouth closed about this conversation that as of right now never happened and I mean it.

" What are you talking about...Pacey!", I gasp in shock when I turn around and find none other than the object of my frustrations himself standing behind me with a look of surprise and confusion on his face. Oh crap, oh shit. I am in so much trouble. Did Pacey just hear what I said? By his reaction, I would say that he did. What am I supposed to do? I am so caught and so dead right now. Ugh, I hate Jen! …..(End Joey's pov)

Disclaimer: I may not own the characters but this story is original and from my imagination.

Author's note: this is my forth try at a Dawson's creek story, be nice to me please. This is a Pacey/Joey fic, my version of how they got together. Enjoy and review thanks

Chapter #16

(Pacey's pov)

" Is it true Joe?", I manage to choke out as I stand stock still in shock. Joey likes me? Since...since, when? This is impossible. Joey can't have feelings for me. I'm not even her type. She's playing a practical joke on me right? She's only goofing around? Joey knew I was behind her, she only said that to get a rouse out of me...right?

" I don't know what you are talking about, Pace. Jen, what the hell?", exclaims Joey in frustration before turning to glare back at Jen. Really Joe? You don't know what I am talking about? Well you said it, so I have to believe you don't I? Please, how much of a moron do you think that I am Potter? I know what I heard, there's no wriggling your way out of this one Missy

" Sorry Potter, he had to find out sooner or later. Well, I should probably go. Don't want to be late for dinner, I'll see you two kids later.", acknowledges Jen with a gloating smirk all the while. I can't help but chuckle at the look on Joey's face right now. Its one of betrayal, anger and rage. Joey is so damn adorable when she gets like this. Its one of the many reasons I taunt and tease her so much.

" You're a dead woman, Lindley. Where do you think that you're going?", snaps Joey as she blocks Jen's exit path. Damn, Joey looks as though she is about to kill Jen. Am I about to be previewed to a cat fight before my very own eyes? Oh sweet! This is so about to be a 'Dear Penthouse' moment. I got my money on Joey if these two break into a fight right now.

Patting Joey on the back, Jen glances at her watch," I believe you two need some alone time. I'll leave you two love birds be. Bye."

Waiting quietly for Jen to be out of earshot, I turn my complete attention to Joey once more," You like me Joey?"

Glancing down at her feet unable to meet my eyes, Joey gives a sheepish shrug of her shoulders," Whether I like you or not Pace, it doesn't matter. You and I are just friends. Nothing else." ….(End Pacey's pov)

Disclaimer: I may not own the characters but this story is original and from my imagination.

Author's note: this is my forth try at a Dawson's creek story, be nice to me please. This is a Pacey/Joey fic, my version of how they got together. Enjoy and review thanks

Chapter #17

(Joey's pov)

" So, then you do like me.", guesses Pacey much to my disliking. I hate Jen. He never would have heard me say that if she had given me some kind of a warning that Pacey was behind me and I should shut my mouth. Now I'm stuck trying to explain my way out of this very awkward unexplainable situation. Thanks a lot Lindley. I will kill her one of these days.

" I hate Jen, I really hate her.", I mutter mostly to myself before I start pacing back and forth. What am I supposed to do? What the hell am I supposed to say? I don't know what to do in this scenario. Its not as though I was ever planning on telling Pacey that I liked him to begin with. Now I have no choice but to fess up my feelings toward him? Life is a bitch these days.

" Why didn't you ever say anything Joe?", asks Pacey with a look of confusion. Why didn't I ever say anything? How could I Pacey? If I did you probably would have just laughed in my face. Not exactly my idea of a fun scenario. Why does Pacey care so much? Its not as though he likes me also. News flash, we hate each other Witter. Whether I hate you a little less to the point where I actually like you should not matter to you Pacey.

" I didn't even know that I liked you until stupid Jen pointed it out.", I complain before throwing my hands into the air with a frustrated sigh. This is all Jen's fault. I never would have considered Pacey an option if Jen put the idea into my head that there was even a slight possibility that I liked Pacey to begin with. This is why I should never listen to anything that Jen has to say. It can only wind up getting me into trouble in the end.

Taking a cautious seat, Pacey runs his hand through his hair," How do you know that you do Joe?"

Biting at my bottom lip, I avoid Pacey's eyes," I don't know, how does anyone know that they like someone Pace?" (End Joey's pov)

(Pacey's pov)

" Well, when did you know for sure then Joey?", I question with a look of curiosity and desperation Joey just admitted that she liked me. What am I supposed to say? I don't know what to do. Do I like Joey back? Its possible. I honestly don't know. I never really thought about it. I always kind of just considered Joey the girl I spar, and trade insults with. You know, one of the guys, one of the insanely beautiful guys.

" The other night Pacey. We fell asleep watching Scream. I woke up with my head on your chest, all I could hear was the sound of you breathing and your heart beating. When I glanced up at you, you were snoring lightly so I kissed your cheek Gently. Only you must have felt it because you hugged me closer in your sleep. Then that was when I knew Pace, after that I closed my eyes and let the steady rhythmic beating of your heart lull be mack to sleep.", confesses Joey with her eyes cast downward the entire time. Joey kissed me last night on my cheek? I thought that I had only dreamed that. I'm speechless. I don't know what to say. I never dreamed Potter would confess to liking me.

"...I do not snore Joey, that is a lie and I resent it.", I joke with a smile as I nudge her playfully. This earns a chuckle and roll of the eyes from Joey. Well, at least I got her to look up at me finally. I don't want to make Joey uncomfortable. The least I could do is coax a smile and laugh out of her. Besides, she did kind of just put herself out to me.

" Sorry Witter, you were sawing logs.", acknowledges Joey with a wide grin spread across her face. What? That is a lie! I do not snore. Why would Joey say such a thing? She's making it up. I do not snore or talk in my sleep. Look at Joey right now, could she be anymore beautiful than she is at this very moment? How could a girl like her ever like a guy like me? It sure is a mystery that's for sure. I'm not about to argue with her logic though. With hopes maybe I'll get another kiss from Potter, on the lips this time if I'm lucky. ….(End Pacey's pov)

Disclaimer: I may not own the characters but this story is original and from my imagination.

Author's note: this is my forth try at a Dawson's creek story, be nice to me please. This is a Pacey/Joey fic, my version of how they got together. Enjoy and review thanks

Chapter #18

(Joey's pov)

" What am I supposed to do about this Potter?", asks Pacey before rubbing at the back of his neck. What are you supposed to do? I don't know Pacey. Its not my choice. I can't make you like me Pacey. If you don't feel the same about me, I'll be hurt but I'm pretty sure that I will live. Its not like I haven't faced rejection before. After a while its something you kind of just get used to.

" Honestly Pacey? It doesn't really matter, you and I would never work out.", I confide with a mere shrug of my shoulders. Its the truth too. Pacey and I have absolutely nothing in common. Aside from the fact that we are both heart broke, Pacey and I have never seen eye to eye on anything. We're getting along better than usual but that's because we bonded over a broken heart. Its to be expected.

" What are you talking about Joe? It does too matter. How do you know we wouldn't work? You have never given me a chance.", argues Pacey with a frown making its way across his face. I have never given you a chance? I was never aware that you wanted one! If Pacey ever wanted to be more than friends with me, he never exactly made his feelings clear on matter. Its not as though I can read minds or anything.

Taking a step toward Pacey, I lean up to kiss him softly. I start out hesitant at first until his lips respond to mine, than I kiss him more eagerly with an awkward smile all the while," Are you saying that you want one Pacey? You should really think about what you say Witter. If you don't someone could wind up hurt."

Shifting from one foot to another, Pacey stares down at me unsure what to do or say," I don't know what I'm saying Potter. Wh-what wa-was that for Joey?"

" I just wanted to see what it felt like Pacey.", I confess quietly before glancing down at the ground shyly. I can't bare to look into Pacey's eyes right now. I just kissed him, what if he regrets kidding me back? I couldn't handle if he did, it would hurt way too much. That kiss was...wow. It was amazing and sweet and gentle and filled with everything I haven't been able to say. It was the best kiss I have ever had.

" I'm not sure this is a good idea Joe.", acknowledges Pacey with a hesitant sigh. Oh no. oh god. He regrets the kiss, doesn't he? Crap. Shit! What am I supposed to do now? I am such an idiot. Why did I kiss Pacey? What was I thinking? Now things are going to be awkward between the two of us and it is all my fault.

" Either one of you want to tell me what the hell is going on, Joey?", I hear Dawson question with a gasp from behind me. What the hell? Oh my god! Did Dawson just see Pacey and I kiss?! I'm dead, I'm dead, I am so so sooo dead! What am I supposed to do? How am I supposed to explain myself? I can't explain myself! I kissed Pacey. Great, now Dawson is going to hate me forever and there is nothing that I can do about it. Pacey will probably never speak to me again now wither. This day has just been shot to hell. …..(End Joey's pov)