Chapter 25

Instead of deciding on going somewhere, Michelle and Kevin decided to stay at the play ground in the middle of town. For an hour they talked about nothing in particular, just continuing to get to know each other better. As they talked their fingers entwined and Kevin lightly ran his thumb along her hand. A yawn escaped from her lips without her permission and he glanced down at her smiling.

"I guess I'm boring you with my talk of superstardom and fame." Michelle nodded slowly.

"Yea I mean really? Who cares that you're going to be staring in your own TV series, or movie. Or that you have a platinum record and get to meet other celebrates whenever you want. I think that's all really lame." Grinning, a second yawn escaped her lips and she leaned her head on his shoulder. "You woke me up early two days in a row. My body is just a little annoyed it hasn't gotten it's usually weekend sleep in time."

"I didn't wake you up early today. I tried very hard not to wake you up this morning." Kevin spoke matter of factly, before leaning his own head against hers.

"Alright, I guess I can forgive you for this morning. At least today I wanted to get up early, so it works out in the end." Kevin pulled back and eyed Michelle questionably.

"You wanted to wake up early? I'm shocked. Why would you wanna do that?"

She paused for a moment, trying to decide which route to talk with her answer. Either she could continue with her usual joking manner, or she could answer completely honestly. Under normal circumstances there wouldn't have been a pause in her thinking for this; it would have always been a joking answer. She was guessing this sudden desire to be serious had something to do with the fact Kevin was leaving. Glancing down at their still entwine fingers she spoke, making sure not to make eye contact. Being serious and open was not something she did very well.

"You're leaving today, soon. And if I woke up when I usually do on a Sunday morning, it would have been right before you left or even after. Waking up early seems like the better option if the alternative is not getting to spend some more time with you."

She was blushing, and she knew Kevin could tell. It was the reason she kept her head titled down ever so slightly. Unfortunately for her, he didn't seem to like the idea. He removed his fingers from hers and placed them under chin lifting her head. It was now too hard to not make eye contact with him. A half smile appeared on her face in response to the large grin on his face.

"I'm glad you'd rather spend time with me than sleep. I take it as a very large compliment."

He was joking around with her and she snickered. At least he had a way of making her feel better about her random serious moments she had been having lately. It made Michelle happy to know he didn't think any less of her even when she was clearly being a little strange, and a bit more emotional then she cared to admit. With a smile, Kevin leaned in and his lips pressed against hers lightly. His hand moved from beneath her chin to her neck pulling her closer to him. In the distanced Michelle for a brief moment thought she heard some kind of click, but quickly forgot about it. Pulling back she licked her lips, her moment of seriousness had left.

"You should take that as a compliment, I value my sleep more than anyone really."

Shaking his head Kevin just laughed. There was that twinkle again, Michelle knew what that meant when he was talking about music or playing, but she wasn't sure what it meant now. She thought she might, but part of her was clearly assuming that was all just wishful thinking. He stood up suddenly and held out his hand for her. Grasping it, he pulled her up and started dragging across the grass.

"Do I get to know where you are dragging me to or am I gonna be surprised again?"

"I'm just dragging you here." Kevin had stopped in the center of the grassy opening. Michelle just stared as he dropped her hand and turned around so his back was facing her. He glanced over his shoulder and grinned.

"Get on." She continued to stare, rather confused and he laughed. "Piggy back ride? Come on, I've got less than an hour before I have to leave and I want to give you a piggy back ride."

"I hope you realize this is completely random."

Shaking her head Michelle laughed. Placing her hands on his shoulder she jump and wrapped her legs around his waist. Once she was up, Kevin placed his arms under her legs and started to run. Michelle was fully aware how odd the two looked to the other people in the center of town, but as laughed happily she found herself not caring at all. She wrapped her arms around his neck and leaned her head in to whisper in his ear.

"I know you can run faster that this."

"How do you know that? I'm the one running with someone on his back."

He glanced over his shoulder and was met with Michelle sticking her tongue out at him. Grinning he started to run faster and in a few moments began running in a rather large circle. She threw back her head and let out a rather loud wee that quickly turned into a laugh. Unknown to either of them, they were starting to draw a small crowd of watchers. Kevin began to run in smaller and smaller circles until he was nearly doing his usual guitar spin. His balance started to shake and in a second the two tumbled to the ground. Rolling off of him, Michelle stayed flat on the ground the two laughing insanely. A grin formed on her lips as she saw Kevin's face come into her line of sight. He was resting on his elbow and leaning his head over hers, with a similar grin.

"Random can be fun sometimes don't you think?" Licking her lips she attempted to nod without lifting her head.

"You have made a very good point there. I think we should do random more often."

His face left her sight and Michelle turned her head to see him sitting up and scooting closer to her. After he took a seat directly near her head, she lifted her head and rested it in his lap. He leaned his head down slightly so their eyes could meet. Her mind knew it was time for him to leave but she didn't really want to say anything. Her mouth however was already speaking before her mind could stop it.

"Why did you have to have a flight home so early?"

"I have to be home for tonight's mass. If I could stay longer I would. But we have to get ready for the next part of the tour."

There was clear sadness in his voice, Kevin truly wanted to stay longer and for that Michelle couldn't help but smile. She had completely forgotten about the fact Kevin went to church on a regular basis. She hadn't been in years; Sundays had always been regular days for her with nothing to do. She sat up slowly and turned around to face Kevin. She started to fidget with her cross necklace she never took off. Glancing up at Kevin, she saw him watching her play with the necklace. Sometimes she wondered why she never took it off, other times it was clear why. He opened his mouth to speak, in fear that he might ask about the necklace she quickly spoke first. That was a story for another time.

"You probably have to head to the airport now I'm guessing. It's almost 11."

"Way to ruin the moment, reminding me I have to leave." He pouted and she just stuck out her tongue in return.

"Hey I'm not gonna be the reason countless fans don't get their daily dose of Jonas. You realize how much they will hate me and you if you miss a concert. I don't think I could handle that."

Kevin paused for a moment as if he was contemplating her statement. After a moment he nodded slowly. Standing he help Michelle up and the two started heading back to the hotel where his rented jeep was still resting.

"I think you have a good point there. For the safety of you, myself, and countless fans that would die if they don't see me, I suppose I should head home." He glanced down at her. "But just know I'm leaving under protest."

"Your protest has been noted."

With a smile the two reached the jeep and Kevin held the passenger door open for Michelle. Sliding into the driver seat, the engine revved and in a few minutes he stopped outside herself. She glanced out the window at her house. Yesterday morning seemed like ages ago, it was hard to believe she had only been gone a day, and even then she wasn't really gone. She had been in the same town she spent all her time, but for some reason yesterday with Kevin seemed as if she was somewhere completely different. Kevin opened the door for Michelle and she slid out of the seat. Grabbing her hand, he walked her up to her front door and they turned to face each other. A small frown formed on her face, it was time for the good bye.

"Let me know when you land okay? I gotta make sure you made it back alright." Kevin took a step closer to her and nodded.

"I think I'll be able to do that. I'm sorry I could only stay for the weekend. And I know it's far away, but this summer I'll be in one place or a while. Maybe you could come visit me this time." He smiled.

"I think I can figure out a schedule that includes a trip to LA. It sucks that it's so far away, but it's better than nothing."

Kevin nodded in agreement and his hands lightly grasped her waist. She glanced up at him, their eyes locked. Her mind was completely torn, something was starting with this amazing guy, but she would never really see him. Sure they were talking about seeing each other again in the summer, but that was 5 months away, things could easily change in that time. Shaking her head slowly she cleared her mind, there was a time Michelle worried too much about the future and what will happen. A few years ago she decided to just worry about the present and this was one of those times she had to remember that. What happens will happen, but right now was something she actually had an input in. Rising on her toes, she wrapped her arms around Kevin's neck.

"Don't forget about me while you're being a rock star okay?"

"After this weekend I don't think I could."

Leaning in their lips met again. Michelle was sure to keep it short and sweet. She didn't want to give herself something to moon over until they saw each other again. It would only make the goodbye worse for her. Lowering back down so her feet were flat, she bit her lip looking up at Kevin. With a smile on his face he wrapped his arms around her tightly. The hug lasted a few minutes and Michelle closed her eyes wanting to memorize this moment and the feeling of his arms around her. If it was ever going to happen again, it wouldn't be anytime soon. Taking a step back, he rested his hand on her cheek.

"I'll call you every chance I get. I promise."

"I like the sound of that. Bye Kevin. Thanks for coming."

"You have no idea how glad I am that I did. I'll be seeing you. Bye for now Michelle."

With one last peck of the lips Kevin walked back to his jeep. Michelle stood in front of her door watching as he got in his jeep and gave her one last wave. She rocked on the side of her feet and watched as the jeep turned onto the main road and out of sight. Grinning she turned and opened the door to her house. Waiting on the other side of the front door was waiting Caitlin and Alyssa. They grabbed Michelle's arms and forced her onto the couch.

"We want to know everything." Laughing she nodded and began to recite the weekend she just had. Her grin grew realizing how amazing it had been.