I don't own Maximum Ride
I don't own Maximum Ride.
Well, I got a few stories for you guy to read, if you are bored. The first one is my by one of my best friends. She has come up with her first Maximum Ride fan fic. Her pen name is Breze Lee and her story is called Maximum Ride: 2012. I know she would love it if you guy read and reviewed her story! Also, I have just written an oneshot called Silence. It's based off the song Silence by Aly and A.J. I would be very happy if you read that and reviewed it too.
Anyway without any farther a due, I present; This is what Happens when you Leave.
Fang's POV
Monday
I stood behind the counter taking orders at Jinx and Max's café. I was thinking of activities that I could plan to spend time with Max and the flock, mostly Max though. If I got enough time to spend with Max, I could possibly get a chance with her.
I was off work all this week, so Max said I could come and work the counter at the café so I wasn't home alone all day. Max said she would even pay me, but I told her that wasn't necessary, she was already letting me stay with her and Jinx. Gazzy came to work with us, too, but he wasn't doing much. He was sitting in one of the chairs reading a comic book. Apparently, he was taking his "break."
Angel was at school, obviously, Iggy was at the office, and Nudge was at work too.
Right now, things were going pretty slow. It was only ten o'clock; the lunch rush wasn't quiet here, yet. A few people were sitting at the tables eating bagels or sipping on coffee, while working on their lap tops or reading the news paper.
"So this is what its like to work at a café," I said to Max, who was next to me. I was trying to make small talk; obviously I wasn't very good at it.
"Yeah," Max sighed. She seemed so relaxed, I hardly ever saw her like this. She was in a carefree mood. She didn't have to worry about flyboys, Ari, or Itex anymore. She had time to worry about the normal things, like food, a place to live, bills, and health. Well, she had to worry about those things while we were on the run, but it was way easier now.
Many things changed when I left, but some stayed the same. Angel and Nudge were still the best of friends and Nudge still talked my ear off. Angel still controlled people's minds. Gazzy and Iggy still built bombs and hid them from Max. Max was still the leader.
"Hey Max, I was thinking," I said hesitantly.
"Oh, about what," Max asked cautiously.
"Well, maybe every night this week, we could do something with the whole flock, sort of like a vacation week,"
"Wow Fang that sound likes a really good idea. We should do that, starting tonight," Max exclaimed excitedly.
"Thanks," I muttered, shyly. Max gave me a peck on the cheek, before she ran off to go tell Jinx. My insides twisted and squirmed. I could still feel the tingling feeling on my cheek from her kiss. My heart filled with joy, but I knew it was only a simple way of thanking me for the great idea.
I sighed, out of the corner of my eye I watched as Max talked to Jinx. He placed his hand in hers. A huge smile spread across her face. I wondered what he said to her. I could feel the anger flare up in the pit of my stomach, as Jinx held Max. I wanted to be in his shoes so bad. I wanted to be the one who could hold Max tight to me. I wanted to be the one to make her smile. I wanted to be the one she loved.
Max's POV
After Fang suggested the best idea ever, for spend time with everyone, I kissed him on the cheek. I don't know why, but I really wanted too. I could feel my heart race. It was a simple peck on the cheek, but I could feel my cheeks burning. I must have been crimson. I ran to go tell Jinx about Fang's idea.
"Wow, really that sound like it will be a lot of fun," Jinx said as he placed his hand into mine. I couldn't help but flash him a bright smile.
"Yeah, I don't know what we are going to do tonight, but we will all talk about it when everyone gets home at six," I said as I kissed Jinx on the lips and returned back to the counter to help Fang. The lunch rush was just coming in.
I took the orders from the customers. I looked over at Fang making sure he was keeping up. He seemed to be doing pretty well. He was taking orders left and right. A smile came to my lips as I watched Fang work. It had been so long. He really did grow up a lot. He was much more handsome than he used to be, and I didn't think that was possible.
My cheeks grew hotter as I stared at Fang. I felt so stupid for looking at Fang and thinking he was hot. I had a boyfriend. Why was I looking at another man? I forcefully tarred my gaze from Fang and concentrated on taking the lunch orders. It was hard though, I couldn't keep my mind off Fang.
I thought back to how I felt when we shared that kiss. His lips soft on mine, my hand in his, his body close to me, his sweet warm breath on my ear. The way my heart raced as he held me in his strong arms. How I was breathless after that kiss. It felt so wrong to think back to that, but it felt so right. I had to find something to get my mind off of that kiss. I had a boyfriend, I couldn't be thinking about this.
I sighed and tried not to think at all. The lunch rush was just about over and then it would be break time.
Later that night…
After a long day at the café, everyone was standing around in the kitchen of the café. I was going to announce that Fang had come up with an amazing idea for all of us to spend time as a flock together.
"Hey, everyone Fang had a great idea for us to spend time together. Do you want me to tell them or you," I asked, looking at Fang.
"I guess I'll tell them," he shrugged not really caring either way.
Fang's POV
Max told everyone that I had a great idea for all of to spend time with each other, I was really happy that she loved the idea of all of us just doing something with everyone each night for the whole week.
"Well, I thought we would all do something each night of the week, like tonight we would go out to eat. We can give Iggy a break on cooking," I laughed.
"Oh really, that sounds so much fun Fang, and we get to do something every night of the week! What are we going to do? Can we go shopping? I hope we can go shopping! I need a new pair of shoes and a new top, and new jeans, and a new bracelet, and, and lots of things," Nudge rambled on happily. She seemed to be really excited about the idea of spending time together.
"I have lots of things planed, but I'm not going to tell them to you guys, it's a surprise," I replied.
"Wow, Fang this is a great idea, we can spend time as a whole flock. Now that your back and Gazzy is visiting," Brianna said bubbly. Iggy was standing with his arms wrapped around her waist.
"Thanks," I mumbled. Everyone just stood around talking and asking how everyone's day was. They were waiting as to what was going to happen next.
"So where are we going for dinner tonight?" Jinx asked me.
"Babbo, it's a high class restaurant, and don't worry I'm paying for it," I answered Jinx's question.
"Wow, Fang you don't have to pay for us, we can pay," Max said, shocked.
"Yeah, Fang its no big deal," Angel told me.
"No, its ok, I'll pay, it was my idea," I said. I didn't want them spending their money. I didn't mind either.
"Are you sure Fang?" Max asked hesitantly.
"Absolutely,"
"Okay, well we better go flag down some cabs to get there," I announced.
The ride to the restaurant was quick. Max, Jinx, and I rode together, Angel, Nudge, and Gazzy rode together, and Brianna and Iggy had their own cab. I had already made reservations, so we didn't need to worry about our eight people party. As we walked in, a middle age man walked over to us. He was balding, and he was dressed in black dress pants and a white button down shirt, with a black dress jacket to go over his shirt. His tie was plain red.
"Good evening sir, may I help you," He asked politely.
"Yes, party of eight under Nick Ride," I told him.
"Ah, yes, right this way," as the man directed us over to our table in the far corner of the restaurant. It was very private. I loved to eat here; this is where my boss would hold his lunch meetings.
"Here are your menus, I'll be back to take your drink orders in a moment," the man said, leaving us to look over the menu.
Everyone opened their menus and their jaw partially dropped to the floor when they saw the prices. I had a feeling that it was going to be a challenge to convise everyone that I didn't mind paying for dinner.
"Fang, your honestly going to pay for all of us," Max cried, in complete shock?
"Yeah, it's no problem," I smiled convisingly.
"But Fang, it's so expensive,"
"I know, but that's ok, we all haven't spent enough time with each other and if that means I treat you all to dinner so we can have a great time and not worrying about anything, then its perfectly fine with me,"
"Aw, Fang that is so generous," Brianna thanked me.
"You're welcome,"
Brianna and Max seemed to be please with my answer. They were really happy that I wanted to bring the flock together. Max was sitting next to me and Jinx. Max was holding Jinx's hand. My heart tightened a bit. I wanted to be the one to hold Max's hand.
"Have you guys decided what you want to drink," our waiter asked.
"Um, yes, I believe so," I said casually, looking at Nudge, Angel, Gazzy, Max, Jinx, Iggy, and Brianna to see if they disagreed. None of them did so we all took turns going around the table placing our orders.
"I'll have an ice tea with the spaghetti," Nudge said.
"I'll have the same," Angel ordered.
"I'll have a coke with the Pappardelle Bolognese," Iggy said politely.
"I'll have an ice tea with the Linguine," Brianna ordered.
"I'll have the same," Max said.
"I'll think that I will have that too," Gazzy smiled.
"I'll have the black spaghetti, with water," Jinx ordered looking up at the waiter.
"I'll have that too," I finally got to order. The waiter scratched all this down and left frantically.
As we all waited for our meals to come out we sat around talking and catching up on things. It was relaxing and very enjoyable. No one was fighting, and we all seemed to be getting along. Angel told us about her day at school and how she was excited for her date with Josh on Friday. Nudge told us how they were making a new program for the computers. Iggy said that he did a lot of math, like he does everyday.
"So, Fang, do you come here often?" Jinx asked as our food came out. Nudge's eyes were the size of dinner plates as she saw the amount of food on her plate.
Actually, everyone was shocked.
"Yeah, at least twice a month, this is where my boss has his lunch meetings," I responded.
"Wow, this is a lot of food,"
"Yeah, it sure is Jinx, it may be expensive, but you sure get a good amount of food for the price,"
The flock must have been starving. No one talked after the food came out. They just ate and enjoyed. I was very pleased that everyone was satisfied. When we were all done with dinner. Our waiter came by with the check. I pulled out my platinum card. The waiter took my card and went to go scan it.
"God, Fang how much money do you have?" Max blurted out
"A lot, I earn about 170,000 dollars a year," I answered.
"Whoa," was all anyone could say.
"Dude, that is some serious cash that you ear there," Jinx commented.
The waiter came back with my card, I signed the receipt and we left.
Max's POV
After we left the restaurant, we flagged down a couple of taxis and headed home. I was exhugsted. Today, had taken a lot out of me. we were at our apartment complex in no time. I partially ran to the elevator. I wanted to go to bed so bad. My feet ached, and so did my head. I think Jinx noticed that I was tired.
"Do you want me to carry you to the room," he asked manly.
"Ha, only if you want," I accepted. I was so tired that I didn't really care. Carefully, he picked me up bridle style and carried me through the threshold of our apartment.
Fang walked off to his room. I had to remember to thank him tomorrow morning for the dinner. That was absolutely delicious. I wondered what Fang had in store for us tomorrow night. I bet it would be something fun. He was just amazing like that. My cheeks began to grow hot again. Why did I blush every time I stared of thought about Fang? This was beginning to get ridiculous. I already had a boyfriend and I had to keep telling myself that. I loved Jinx. Jinx sat me on the bed, and I instantly fell asleep, welcoming the darkness.
Tuesday
The café was as busy as it was yesterday. The day pasted by fast. I was excited to here what Fang had in mind for tonight. So was Jinx and Brianna, they loved all this spending time with everyone. We hardly ever went out as a family. We mostly, just sat around in my apartment and watched TV. This going out every night was going to be a fresh change of pace.
The flock was standing all around in a circle, waiting for Fang to tell us tonight's activity.
"Tonight, we are going to see the movie Get Smart," Fang announced excitedly.
"Yes!" Nudge, Angel, and Gazzy shouted. They must have wanted to go see that movie really bad.
"Well, what are we waiting for, lets get out of here," Iggy said pulling Brianna out the door. Nudge, Angel, and Gazzy ran after them. Me, Jinx, and Fang rolled our eyes and walked out the door. I made sure to lock up.
Brianna flagged down the taxis and we climbed in. we traveled in our usual groups. I sat in the middle of Fang and Jinx. I also noticed that Fang and Jinx had gotten along a lot more this week, which I was thankful for.
Fang's POV
Our cab pulled up to the theater. As we all got out we met into a group. I gave everyone their ticket. We walked in. we each handed our tickets to the ticket dude. (Idk what he's called so I named him ticket dude. Lol) He ripped the tickets in half and handed us our ticket stubs.
"Your theater is three down the hall on the right," he pointed us in the direction. I looked over at Jinx as he took Max's hand and walked with her. I felt my heart ache with sadness. Brianna was holding Iggy's hand as we walked to our theater.
It was already day two, and Max didn't seem to really notice me, but I still had the rest of the week. I was going to get max to notice me. I wanted her to fall in love with me. I already knew I was in love with her.
We sat all the way in the back. Iggy sat next to Brianna; Gazzy sat on Iggy's other side. Angel sat by Gazzy and Nudge. I sat by Brianna and Max, and Max sat by Jinx. The seats had blue velvet covering. The movie was about to start, they were showing preview to movies coming out.
As the movie started, Iggy put his arm around Brianna. Brianna put her head on his shoulder. She looked so relaxed and happy. Why shouldn't she be? She was snuggling with the man she loved. I kept my eye on Jinx. I didn't want him making any moves on Max anytime soon.
"Fang, don't love me," the main character, Max said, but it felt like Max was saying it to me. If felt like she was saying don't love me, it's too late. I could feel the blood rush to my cheeks.
Out of the corner of my eye I looked over at Max, she was blushing too. This made things all of a sudden awkward. I wondered what she was thinking. Was she agreeing with that line? Did she not want me to love her? These questions kept popping up in my mind all through the movie. I couldn't concentrate anymore.
Max's POV
My cheeks must have turned redder than crimson, when Max said to his dog Fang not to love him. Though I did wish Fang wouldn't love me. It would be so much easier for me not to have my mind on him all the time. But, I was also happy that he did love me and I didn't want not to love me.
I looked over to Fang out of the corner of my eye. He was blushing too. I wondered what went through his mind when he heard that line. What was Jinx thinking about that line?
I couldn't even concentrate on the movie anymore.
Jinx put his arm around me. I kind of didn't want him touching me right now, but I put my head on his shoulder. I don't know why, maybe to make him feel better, so he wouldn't think that anything was wrong. His cologne smelled sweet.
Jinx's POV
Wow, that was a very interesting line, I thought to myself. I wonder what was going through Max and Fang's minds. I hope that wouldn't make them all awkward between each other. I could already see Max was turning crimson. I couldn't see Fang's reaction though, but he was always pretty good with keeping his emotions hidden.
I put my arm around Max's shoulder, as she laid her head on my shoulder. I was happy to have her by my side. This whole idea that Fang had was really great. We got to spend time together as a whole flock. And not just sitting around kind of thing, but going out and doing things together. I really had to thank Fang after the movie for dinner last night and the movie tonight.
I glanced at Fang and I could see him glaring at me. I guess it was because of the position me and Max were in. I tried not to care, Max was my girlfriend I was aloud to put my arm around her if I wanted too, but I didn't want to hurt Fang's feelings. I kept my arm around Max though; I couldn't pull it off of her.
The movie soon ended. I thought it was really great. It was full of excitement, comedy, and romance. As the credits began to roll, the whole flock stood up stretching. It was a long movie, two and half hours. My legs felt all wobbly as I began to walk down the steps. Max followed me and the rest of the flock followed her. Once we were outside I whistled for three taxis.
"Thank you so much, Fang," Max said giving Fang a huge hug. I could feel jealousy rise in the pit of my stomach.
Fang's POV
Max thanked me and then gave me a hug. She wrapped her arms around my neck. I could smell the sweet scent of her cherry shampoo. I wrapped my arms around her waist. I never wanted to let go of her. I just wanted hold her in my arms forever. I was glad to know that the line in the movie didn't make things to awkward between us.
"Okay, Fang, you can let go now," Max laughed softly.
"Oh sorry," I blushed, but I quickly covered up my embarrassment.
"Yeah, dude, thanks for the movie and dinner," Jinx thanked me, clearing his throat.
"Your welcome, it's my pleasure, I'm just happy to spend time with everyone,"
"Well, we better get home its getting pretty late, its already nine forty-seven, and it will take us thirty minutes to get home," Angel realized looking at her watch.
"Yeah, I guess we should," Iggy sighed. I didn't think he wanted to go home just yet. We scooted into our taxis and drove off.
When we arrived at the apartments everyone took there separate ways, Iggy, Brianna, and Gazzy went into there apartment, Nudge and Angel walked into theirs next door, and Max, Jinx, and I walked into ours.
Max and Jinx walked into their bedroom and I walked into the guest room. I started to get dressed into my black p.j. pants. I took off my shirt and jumped into bed. Today was a very eventful day. Tomorrow was going to be the same way. I wondered what they would want to do tomorrow. Maybe I would just let them decide. I couldn't think of anything.
Max's POV
Tonight was fun. I loved going to the movie, even though I didn't really watch it. I got over the whole line thing when I gave Fang that hug. I don't even know why I hugged Fang. I just thought it was a nice way of thanking Fang for the evening.
I got dressed into my p.js and hopped into bed, tomorrow was going to be a busy day at the café, and I needed to be rested. Jinx crawled into bed next to me. I gave him a peck on the lips.
"Good night, babe," I smiled.
"Good night, Max," Jinx cooed as he kissed my cheek. I closed my eyes and drifted off into a nice peaceful sleep.
Well, that is about twelve pages. So I'm going to have to cut it here, but don't worry, next chapter will be the rest of the week. Please review, I will update as soon as I can.
By the way after next chapter, I won't be updating for a while, I'm going to type back up chapters for when school starts. I know once school starts I won't have as much time to type so I'm going to stock up on some chapters so I can post once a week and still have time to get more chapters typed. Any way please review!! Thanks for reading!