Description: this is a story I have been working on for a while. This is my fifth Dawson's Creek story. I'll writing this as well as Conflicted Love, Love Unrequited, Unlikely Pair 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 fifth 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 and it is set in season one. Wanted to switch things up for a change and try something different. Enjoy and review thanks

Chapter #14

(Pacey's pov)

Tensing when my hands fall to her waist, Joey relaxes to my touch," I know, I'm sorry. Can we not make a big deal out of this?"

Helping Joey to the dining room, I pull out a chair for her," You should take it easy Joe."

" Why do you care Pacey? You and I aren't the closest of friends.", reminds joey before pouring herself a glass of juice. Ouch, that one cuts deep. Joey really thinks that I don't care about her? Why? Because we spend most of our time sparring? That's just how Joey and I are. It doesn't mean I'm not looking out for her well being.

" We're still friends though Joey. Why wouldn't I care?", I question before setting a plate full of Bodie's homemade lasagna in front of her. Mmm, I got to say this look delicious. I am so glad that I decided to come over and see Joey tonight. I love lasagna, that and spaghetti and meat balls are two meals that I could never get tired of eating.

Grabbing a few forks and knives, Bessie places them on the table," Have you two ever considered dating? I think you two would look cute together Joe."

Cutting up the lasagna, Bodie place a slice on mine and Bessie's plates," she's right, you two would made a perfect match. The two of you already flirt and fight like a couple."

" Whoa! I do not flirt with Joey. If anything, she flirts with me!", I snap in my own defense. This causes Joey to glare across the table at me with a bitter scowl. Huh, bad idea blurting that last part out loud I guess. ….Ouch! Groaning out loud as Joey kicks my shin from underneath the table, I soon return her scowl with one of my own. Why doe she always insist on being so damn stubborn?

" Eww, gross! Way to make me lose my appetite Witter!", complains Joey before tossing her fork aside. Ha, justice! That will teach you to kick me in the shin little miss Potter. Seriously that really hurt like hell. Then again, it sure beats the hell out of getting socked in the face. I have felt how hard Joey can punch, its painful when she gives me a dead arm.

" Anytime Potter, anytime.", I smile back smugly in reply. Yeah, things are back to normal between Joey and I. I know, I know, I promised Bessie that I would play nice. But its so hard when its so easy to get under Joey's skin the way that I do. Besides, I'm not worried. Bodie likes me, he'll still give me a slice of homemade apple pie. I couldn't imagine spending my Friday night any other way come to think of it. I should make it a point to visit Potter more often, I love Bodie's cooking. …..(End Pacey's pov)

Description: this is a story I have been working on for a while. This is my fifth Dawson's Creek story. I'll writing this as well as Conflicted Love, Love Unrequited, Unlikely Pair 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 fifth 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 and it is set in season one. Wanted to switch things up for a change and try something different. Enjoy and review thanks

Chapter #15

(Joey's thoughts)

Well, my appetite is officially gone. Bessie and Bodie both seem to think that Pacey and I should date. Two thoughts come to mind, ewww and what the hell?! As if that would ever happen! Why would Bessie even suggest such a thing? There is absolutely nothing between Pacey and I. Why would there be?

I can hardly stand Pacey. He is annoying, agitating, nerve wracking, all we do is bicker and fight. Every other word out of Pacey's mouth is an insult. Why the hell would I ever want to date him? He's repulsive in every way humanly possible, Pacey J. Witter makes my skin crawl and not in a good way either.

Bessie and Bodie are both nuts for even suggesting such a thing. They probably only said something because they knew it would get a rise out of Pacey and I. Apparently our banter must amuse them. What other reason could they possibly have to suggest such an atrocity? Annoying as Pacey is, he does have his moments.

Much as I would hate to admit it, tonight would be one of those nights. Pacey came to see me. I'm not exactly sure why. I guess he was concerned about me. I don't know why though. So I would rather spend my Friday night painting a room, who cares? It sure beats the alternative of hanging out with Dawson and Jen.

Pacey has me perplexed though, he told me that he knows what I'm going through. At first I didn't know what I was talking about. Then when Pacey admitted to liking someone who didn't know he existed, I understood. Guess that's the one thing Pacey and I both have in common. Who would have though we would ever find common grounds? I sure didn't. …..(End Joey's thoughts)

(Pacey's thoughts)

Bessie and Bodie seem to think Joey and I would make a cute couple. Why would they think that I have no idea. Joey and I have nothing in common. The most we ever shared with each other was insults. Joey is a whining, nagging, complaining brat. Though, it would be a lie if I said that I didn't find Joey to be the least bit attractive.

Truth is, I would be an idiot not to see how beautiful Joey is. This being said, I don't even stand a ghost of a chance with Josephine. She is so hung up on Dawson these days, I don't even register on her radar. I honestly don't get it. Why does Joey insist on torturing herself the way that she has? Dawson has no idea Joey has a thing for him.

He is too busy chasing after Jen. What I wouldn't give for Joey to look at me the way she does Dawson. Its not meant to be though. Joey and I aren't going to end up together anytime soon. I'm just a sparring partner to her, nothing else. I had always heard the saying, 'you tease the ones that you love'. But I never imagined that it would ring true, especially in reference to Joey Potter of all people. Guess love has a twisted sense of humor. …..(End Pacey's thoughts)

Description: this is a story I have been working on for a while. This is my fifth Dawson's Creek story. I'll writing this as well as Conflicted Love, Love Unrequited, Unlikely Pair 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 fifth 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 and it is set in season one. Wanted to switch things up for a change and try something different. Enjoy and review thanks

Chapter #16

(Jen's pov)

" Hey Joey, how are you doing? I heard what happened?", I greet as I walk up behind Joey in the hallways of school. I'm probably one of the last people Joey was expecting or even hoping to run into right now. I still don't entirely get why she hates me so much. It can't just be because of Dawson can it? Either way I'm determined to befriend Joey not matter what it takes. I could use a female companion in this town.

" What are you talking about?", asks Joey with an exhausted sigh. She must have been startle by my voice because Joey dropped her books. Kneeling down before she has a chase to, I pick up Joey's things for her. Wow, Pacey wasn't kidding. Joey must have actually twisted her ankle. At first, I thought that he was kidding. You can't fake a limp like the one Joey has right now.

" Pacey told me how you twisted your ankle while painting the babies room. I thought you had to study?", I question with confusion. That's what Joey told Dawson at least. I kind of get the feelings studying was just an excuse though. I'm not an idiot, Joey didn't want to spend an awkward movie night with me. She just used studying to get out of flat out telling Dawson the truth to his face.

" Of course he did. About that, I kind of...I lied Jen. I didn't have to study, I just didn't want to have a movie night. You know how Dawson is though, he'd never take no for an answer.", points out Joey with a roll of her eyes. He sure doesn't, I suggested we end movie night early and go do something fun and Dawson wasn't hearing it. Ah well, its not like there's much to do in this town anyway.

Walking down the halls with Joey, I open my locker," I figured as much. Joey, why do you hate me? I mean aside from the obvious."

Grabbing a few books from her own locker, Joey shoves them into her book bag," I don't hate you, Jen. Its just been a tough year is all. I'm not the most cheerful and welcoming person these days."

" I heard about your mother, that must have been really rough Joe.", I acknowledge before closing my locker once more. Joey's mother passed away earlier this spring. She'd been fighting a losing battle against breast cancer. Dawson told me that Joey hasn't been the same since. It probably doesn't help that her father was cheating on her mother while she was sick and is currently incarcerated on drug charges. Huh, I guess if I were Joey I would have a chip on my shoulder as well.

" Its not really something that I like to talk about.", mutters Joey with a frown before tossing her backpack over her shoulder. That's understandable. Guess I must have hit a soft spot. Joey was opening up to me there for a minute. Now it seems she's closed me out once again. She is going to be one tough cook to crack. But I'm not about to give up on Joey now. Not after I know she doesn't completely hate me.

With a nod of my head, I sit beside Joey in History class," I understand. I'm going to make it really hard for you to hate me, Joey. I just thought that you should know."

Opening her History book, Joey searches her book bag for a pen," I had a feeling that you would Lindley." …...(End Jen's pov)

Description: this is a story I have been working on for a while. This is my fifth Dawson's Creek story. I'll writing this as well as Conflicted Love, Love Unrequited, Unlikely Pair 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 fifth 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 and it is set in season one. Wanted to switch things up for a change and try something different. Enjoy and review thanks

Chapter #17

(Dawson's pov)

" Hey Pace, you missed your last three shifts at work. What gives?", I ask as I walk up behind him at lunch. Pacey hasn't been at work all week. I have had to cover almost all of his shifts. Its starting to get annoying. What the hell is his problem? If he keeps ditching on work, he is going to get fired and it will be his fault.

" Oh, uh. I quit Saturday I have been helping Joey at the Ice House, Bessie gave me a job. Bodie lets me help with cooking when I'm not serving.", responds Pacey in a distracted manner as he grabs two puddings, one chocolate and one vanilla. Whoa, what? Pacey quit? He is working at the Ice House? What the hell? I'm obviously missing something. Someone had better start talking and quick.

Sitting at our usual table, I take a drink from my water," Is this true Joey?"

Picking at the salad on her plate, Joey looks up when I sit across from her," Unfortunately, yes. Bessie won't let me serve until my ankle is better and we need the help. A server just quit. Bessie hired Pacey since he is so good with costumers."

" Unfortunately? Come on, Joey. You and I have had fun closing these last two days, admit it.", reminds Pacey with a playful nudge much to Joey's disliking. Studying the two of the closely, I watch in astonishment as Pacey offers Joey his chocolate pudding and she gladly accepts it. Am I missing something? Since when do these two get along? Pacey is actually being nice towards Joey. I don't get it, I thought they were sworn enemies. Now Pacey's working at the Ice House and sharing his puddings with Joey? What the hell changed?

" If you call me watching you put on a puppet show with the lobsters fun, than yeah, I had a blast Pace.", remarks Joey with sarcasm in her voice as the two of them share a chuckle. Oh, god. Now these two are laughing together? Where the hell was I when Joey Potter and Pacey Witter became friends? I hate to say it, but I liked it better when these two couldn't stand one another. I don't know how I feel about the two of them being buddie-buddie all of the sudden. Its kind of creeping me out and starting to make me wonder if there's not something between these two. …...(End Dawson's pov)

Description: this is a story I have been working on for a while. This is my fifth Dawson's Creek story. I'll writing this as well as Conflicted Love, Love Unrequited, Unlikely Pair 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 fifth 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 and it is set in season one. Wanted to switch things up for a change and try something different. Enjoy and review thanks

Chapter #18

(Pacey's pov)

" Since when are you two all buddy-buddy?", questions Dawson with raised eyebrows. Why does he even care? If I didn't know any better I would say that Dawson was jealous. That couldn't be the case though. Ever since he started dating Jen, he's completely forgotten that Potter even exists. So Joey and I are spending time together. What is it to him anyway? We are friends after all.

" We're not I still loathe Pacey, but Bessie and I were desperate for extra help.", admits Joey with a rolling her eyes. Ugh! How dare her! To think that I sacrificed a perfectly good chocolate pudding as a peace offering. I swear, Josephine can be so hurtful sometimes. If I didn't know that was sarcasm in her voice, I might actually be offended right now.

" Hey, news flash Potter. You're no picnic either doll.", I point out with a frown on my face. Picking up a chicken nugget from my plate, I toss it into my mouth. Honestly, this is actually a first for Joey and I. We haven't gotten along this well in...well, ever actually. Ever since the two of us were in diapers Joey and I have been arch enemies. Its nice to finally be able to hangout with Joey without all the bickering and insults we throw at one another.

" If I were you, I would shut up Witter. You're getting on my last nerve.", warns Joey with an irritated glare in my direction. Whoa, whoa! What the heck did I do now? Far as I can tell, I should be on Potter's good graces. I have been nothing but nice and helpful all week. Hell, I mopped the floor every night when the two of us closed at the Ice House. What could Joey possibly be angry at me with?

Stealing a french fry from Joey's plate, I wink at her playfully," Anyone ever tell you that you're absolutely sexy when you're all red faced and riled up like this Joe?"

Narrowing her eyes in my direction, Joey snatches my orange juice carton," Please, Pace. I'm trying to eat my lunch. Don't make me vomit."

" There is the Joey/Pacey banter I have come to love.", teases Dawson with a laugh and roll of his eyes at our ritual bickering. Oh now he is happy that Potter and I are getting along? I don't get it. What is with Dawson? You would think that he would be happy that Joey and I are making an effort to get along finally. Apparently that doesn't seem to be the case though. Why would Dawson be threatened by me? Its not as though he likes Joey. Besides, he's dating Jen anyway.

" You two are going at it again? You both fight like an old married couple.", points out Jen as she sits down beside Dawson and overhears Joey and I arguing. What? That is not true. Joey and I do not sound anything like a married couple. So we both like a little playful banter once in a while to liven up the conversation. What is so wrong with that?

" Not funny Jen, watch it.", warns Joey with an agitated scowl aimed in Jen's direction. Whoa, I would not want to be Lindley right now. Joey looks as though she is about to kill Jen for that little joke she just made. Yep, Joey doesn't like me whatsoever just as I figured. I'm not shocked. I never expected that she would. Why would Potter go for a loser like me when she could date just about any guy that she wanted? I knew I never stood a chance with her. …... (End Pacey's pov)