Description: this is a story I wrote while at work today. Its not really a story, its a letter to a guy that I'm in love with. I edited to fit Joey/Pacey. It's only a one shot for now unless I can think of somewhere to go with it. Suggestions are always loved if you like it and think it has potential to turn into more than just a one shot-er. This is my sixth Dawson's Creek story. I'll be 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 sixth try at a Dawson's creek story, be nice to me please. This could either be viewed in Pacey's or Joey's point of view. I'm writing it in Pacey's but it could also be viewed in Joey's if you use your imagination You decide and tell me who you see is as and why please. This is a Pacey/Joey fic, my version of how they got together. Enjoy and review thanks
Chapter #14
(previously)
…..." You sure that you don't want to stay Joey? Pacey should be home in another hour or so, we wouldn't mind the company. Amy seems to be really taken with you right now, she refuses to let go of your leg.", jokes Jack with an awkward laugh trying not to come off as too concerned. Too late, I know that their both wanting to know if I'm alright. Truth is, I'm not. I haven't been for a while. I'm not ready to face Pacey, he hasn't written, called or visited me since I last saw him in New York. The way I see it, if Pacey wants to see me, he has to make the first move. Not me.
" No, its finally really. I should probably get back, I snuck out without telling Bessie or Bodie where I was going. Between the two of them, they're probably worried sick about me and wondering where I am. Could you just make sure that Pacey gets that letter, please? Its kind of important. I don't want to be here when he gets home. If Pacey wants to see me, I would much rather that he made the first move and not me. It was nice seeing the both of you again, we'll have to get together for dinner sometime with everyone. It will be fun having everybody under the same roof again.", I offer with a laugh before opening my truck door. Climbing inside, I start the engine.
Saying goodbye to the four of them once more, I take off up the dirt road once more. Stopping briefly at the end of Pacey's driveway, I turn and start down the road in the opposite direction of my house. I know that I said I was going home, but I just can't bring myself to just yet. Driving up and down the streets of Capeside, its not long before I find myself parked by the docks. Turning off my truck, I lean my head against the steering wheel. Its not long before the tears start flowing down my cheeks. Closing my eyes tightly, I will them away with no such luck. They continue to fall freely with no chance of stopping anytime soon. Shaking with sobs, I reach into the glove department and pull out the positive pregnancy test from that day and simply stare at it through tear filled eyes. I can't help wondering who he or she would have been, let alone what the would have looked like or what it would have felt like to hold them in my arms. Not wanting to return home teary eyed, and red faced, I decide its best to sit here and regain my composure for a while. Bessie and Bodie are bound to be mad when I return, but I can't face them like this, not tonight...not again. …...
(Currently)
" Hey boss man, are you heading out early? Its only eight-thirty.", asks George one of my newest waiters. Ah, damn. I was hoping to sneak out of here without anyone knowing. We're busy tonight like always but I put my assistant Timothy in charge for the rest of the night. I need to get out of here. All I can think about right now is going to see Joey. Every time I think that I finally have the chance to, something always comes up. If I don't go tonight, I don't know when I'll have the chance to. I'm off this weekend but I'm on baby sitting duty for Dougie and Jack so they can finally have some alone time.
" Uh, yeah. Actually I am, George. I put Timothy in charge for the rest of tonight, did you need something?", I inquire with a hesitant sigh before glancing down at my watch. I don't want to take too much longer, it would be rude if I went over knocking on the Potter's door too late. Especially since there are guests staying there currently.
" No, I'm good. I just wanted to thank you for the extra hours. I could really use them. Have a good night boss man.", jokes George before patting me on the shoulder. Letting out a breath of relief, I say my goodbyes quickly and make my exit before anyone else has a chance to stop me.
Walking out the front door of the restaurant, I make my way to my jeep. Opening the drivers door, I climb inside. Reaching into the glove department, I pull out a white envelope with Josephine Lynn Potter scrolled across the front. I wrote this letter nearly a week ago and never had the heart to mail it out. Truth is, I would much rather hand it to Joey in person. Reaching into my shirt pocket, I pull out a tiny heart shaped box. Flipping the lid open reveals a heart shaped diamond engagement ring. This is the ring I bought for Joey before last Christmas.
I was going to propose to her last Christmas eve, unfortunately I never had the chance. Potter and I wound up fighting instead. After all that time, I still have it. I'm not about to bring it back. Earlier this month I went to New York once again try to propose to Josephine. Boy did that blow up in my face. Things didn't go as planned once again. When I arrived in New York, Joey was with none other than that jerk Greg.
Once he revealed Joey was pregnant and they were engaged, I nearly lost it. Not wanting to take his word, I had to hear it for Joey. Once she confirmed my fears, I took off before she ever had a chance to explain herself. It wasn't until shortly after I returned to Capeside that I received a letter from Joey explaining everything that happened. When I read Joey had a miscarriage, I felt like a jerk at the sigh of relief I breathed.
I haven't written, called or spoken to Joey since. Truth is I have been hesitant. History shows that Potter and I don't have the best luck when it comes to attempting to talk things out. Last thing I want to do is have another argument with her. I can't avoid Joey forever though. Its time that I go over to the Potter's B&B and see her once and for all.
Turning the key in my ignition, I start up the jeep and pull out of the Ice House parking lot. Driving through the streets of Capeside, I navigate my way toward the Potter's B&B. Its not long before I find myself pulling up the familiar dirt path to Joey's house. Putting my jeep in park, I stare up at Joey's house quietly. I can't seem to make myself get out of this damn jeep. After sitting for a half hour, I finally gather enough courage to climb out of my jeep. Placing the heart shaped box back into my shirt pocket, I grab the letter I had written for Joey and stuff it in my jeans pocket. Walking up the porch steps, I stand outside the front door hesitantly. It takes me a few minutes before I finally decide to knock. Raising my fist toward the door, it opens before I ever get the chance to knock.
" Hey Witter, were you ever going to come inside? You have only been parked out here for thirty minutes.", teases Bessie with a smile as she holds the door open and lets me inside. Its not long until Alexander comes racing downstairs at the sound of my name.
" Pacey, Pacey, Pacey! I knew you would come visit me eventually, did you bring me any of your delicious apple pie from the Ice House like you promised?", asks Alexander with a giddy smirk on his face as he jumps into my arms. With a laugh, I stumble back a few steps. Whoooa, looks like someone has sure missed uncle Pacey. This kid gets taller every time I see him I swear.
" Hey Alexander, whats going on little buddy? Of course I brought my favorite pal some pie. Its out in my jeep.", I acknowledge with a growing grin as he hugs me tightly. Placing a kiss on Alexander's forehead, I set him down once more.
" Yes! I knew you wouldn't forget Pacey. Mom could I please go out to uncle Pacey's car and grab my slice of pie? Pleeeease?", begs Alexander with his famous puppy dog eyes as a secret weapon. Shaking my head with laughter, I smile at his enthusiasm. Wow his aunt Joey really taught him well, I never could resist those big sad pleading eyes.
" Only if you promise to save me a bite Alexander.", jokes Bessie with a chuckle as the both of us watch Alexander race out to my jeep. Its not long before she catches me looking around for Joey. With a raised eyebrow, Bessie inquires," Am I to assume that your looking for a certain miss Josephine?"
" Yeah, you caught me. I have been meaning to stop by all week Bess, I promise. Every time I thought I would be able to, something would come up last minute.", I explain with a frown before once again looking around for any signs of Joey. Is she even here? Why hasn't Joey shown herself yet? She had to have heard Alexander screaming when I arrived.
" Well, Pace. I wish that I knew where Joey was but I don't unfortunately. She must have snuck off while Bodie and I were cooking dinner earlier. I haven't seen Joey since before about seven o'clock. When I noticed she was nowhere to be found I checked outside and her truck was gone. I tried calling her cell phone, she's not answering though. I have no idea where she went. Joey couldn't have gone far though, she probably just went for a drive. You're welcome to wait for her if you want. Alexander loves spending time with you. You're one of his favorite people.", points out Bessie before walking into the kitchen and pouring four glasses of milk. Its not long before Bodie enters the kitchen with Alexander not far behind carrying a small box of pie.
" Hey Pacey, are you here for Joey? She's not here right now, we think she took a drive. Joey left without telling Bessie or me. When that girl gets back she's going to get an earful from the both of us.", acknowledges Bodie as he searches through the cabinets for plates and forks. Damn, I finally come to see Potter and she's not even here? Isn't that just ducky? I guess that I could afford to wait a little bit. It is only nine-thirty after all.
" Pacey are you here to propose to aunt Jojo? If she says yes, do you think that I could be your best man? I already have a speech written, my mom helped me with it.", gushes Alexander as he climbs into the chair next to me. Damn, all eyes are on me now. What am I supposed to do? I was just called out by a seven year old. Thanks for putting me on the spot Alexander.
"...Aren't you going to answer him, Pace?", urges Bessie with an arched eyebrow when I don't say anything right away. What am I supposed to say? I have the ring in my shirt pocket. I'm not going to lie, the thought did cross my mind more than once. I can't exactly lie to Bessie or Bodie.
" Well, the thought has crossed my mind Alexander. But keep in mind, even if I asked it doesn't mean Joey would say yes.", I admit before taking a sip from my glass of milk. Truth is, I don't know if Potter even wants to marry me anymore. She hasn't heard from me in almost a month. Who am I to just pop the question and expect her to say yes?
" Are you kidding Pacey? Aunt Jojo is in love with you. Of course she will say yes, why wouldn't she? Ever since she came home from New York, she has been driving the rest of us crazy wondering why you haven't called or stopped by? Her constant yammering was getting on my nerves, couldn't you have come by sooner so she would have stopped asking about you?", questions Alexander as he digs into his slice of pie. This in turn causes both Bessie and Bodie to burst out in laughter and agreement with their son. Wow, Joey has wanted to see me this entire time? Here I was only hesitant because I was convinced she would have wanted nothing to do with me. Guess I was wrong all along.
" I have been meaning to, trust me little man, I have been meaning to.", I assure with a smile as I poke at my own slice of pie. I really wish that Josephine were here. I want to see her, to hold her, to kiss her, and console her more than ever. I miss Joey, I miss everything about her.
" You're welcome to wait as long as you want Pacey, your always welcome in our home. You're family man.", confides Bodie as he pats me on my back. That means a lot coming from Bodie. Bessie, Alexander and him have always been considered family in my eyes. Much as I would love to stay and wait all night for Joey to come home, I can only wait a little while before I have to leave. I promised Jack and Dougie that I would be home by eleven-thirty the latest. That is just two hours from now. Hopefully Potter returns before then. If not I could always make a play date for Joseph and Amy to come see Alexander tomorrow. I have been meaning to for a while actually.
(An hour or so later)
The last hour has been spent catching up with Bessie and Bodie aside from playing with Alexander. I haven't seen the three of them since before I left to go see Josephine last month in New York. Speaking of Potter, she's still not here as of yet. I can wait any longer either. Unfortunately, I have to get going. I'm disappointed to say the least. I was really hoping to see Joey tonight.
Standing up from my seat, I reluctantly grab my coat. Picking up Alexander, I give him a big hug and kiss on the forehead once more. Fidgeting in my arms when I tickle him playfully, Alexander accidently knocks the heart shaped ring box from my pocket. Before I even have a chance to set Alexander down, Bessie swoops in and picks up the box. Examining it closely, I groan inwardly when she opens it. Cringing at Bessie's surprised gasp, I quickly lower my gaze toward the ground as she asks," Oh my god, is this what I think it is Pacey? Were you going to propose to my little sister tonight?"
" To be honest Bess, yeah I was. As you can see, I never got the chance though. She's not home and I have to go. Could you please do me a favor though?", I ask as I reach into my front pocket and pull out the envelope with Joey's name scrolled on front. Without a second thought, I hand it along with a single rose to Bessie as I then inquire," Could you please place this letter, rose and that jewelry box on your sister's nightstand beside her bed? I really wanted to propose to Josephine in person after we talked with all of you here. But I have to get going. To be honest, I'm afraid to know her answer now that I don't even know where she is. If she comes back here, could you have Joey call me after she reads my letter and sees the ring I bought for her last Christmas?"
" Yeah, sure. Of course Pacey, whatever you want man. I hope this doesn't mean you're going to deprive us of kneeling down on one knee and asking Joey properly though.", warns Bodie in a stern tone with a warm smile. Sighing in relief at his and Bessie's understanding, I quickly shake my head no. Of course, not that was my plan for tonight. I simply want Potter to know my intentions are true and sincere is all. I fully intend on getting down on one knee if Joey still wants a future with me.
" You have my word that I will, so long as Joey agrees to be my wife and make me a happy man.", I promise before shaking Bodie's hand as he firmly pats me on the back. All I want is to come home to Joey for the rest of my life. If she says yes, I'll be the happiest man alive.
" I'll put these on aunt Jojo's bed stand for you uncle Pacey, you can count on me. I won't lose anything I promise. Remember, when Jojo says yes I get to be your best man right?", questions Alexander with an eager grin. With a simple nod of my head, I can't help laughing at the little guys enthusiasm. It would be an honor to have the little tike as my best man if Joey says yes.
" Of course you could be my best man if Joey says yes, Alexander. I wouldn't dare ask anyone else. I really should be going now though. I promised Jack and Dougie I would come right home after work so they could leave. I'll bring Joseph and Amy over tomorrow to play with you, promise Alexander. I'll see you guys then.", I assure before giving the three of them another round of hugs. Saying goodbye once more, I turn to leave.
Walking down the front steps to my jeep, I open the driver door. Climbing inside, I start the engine once more. Driving down the dirt path from Joey's, I make my way home. Its not long before I'm parked outside my house. Sitting outside for a few minutes, I reluctantly walk inside. Its quiet when I walk in. Amy and Joseph are fast asleep on the couch. Carefully scooping the two of them up in my arms, I carry them upstairs to the guest room and place them in their beds. Walking downstairs, I greet Jack and Dougie. After apologizing for being a little late, I send them on their way. I don't bother explaining that I went to try and see Joey tonight, I don't want to hold those two up anymore. Offering to watch Amy and Joseph til Monday since I'm off then, I smirk at their thankful smiles. Sighing as they grab their bags to leave, I kick out of my shoes before heading upstairs. I stop in my tracks when I hear Jack call over his shoulder," Oh, hey Pace. Before I forget, Potter came by earlier. She asked Dougie and I to give you this. You should go see her man, its not hard to see she misses you Witter. Thanks again for watching the little tikes for us, you're the best man." …...