Author'sNote: I don't own anything except for the OC. This story is dedicated to _and_Horcruxes.x, formerly x-Twist_of_Fate-x seeing as she was the one who gave me the story inspiration.


Weight of the World

Chapter Twenty Eight

Katya was the first one to make it back to the hotel that night, rushing into her room. She managed to keep Punk and Adam out of her mind long enough to take a shower but then she was left alone with her thoughts, despite whatever show had been on the TV when she turned it on to have some background noise.

She bit her lips as she thought about Punk. Sweet, sweet Punk. She'd never really met anyone like Punk, anyone who just seemed to understand her like Punk did. She loved him. Problem was she loved Adam too. That kiss she had shared with Punk earlier that caused those butterflies in her stomach… it had been special. It had felt wonderful.

It didn't compare to Adam's kiss.

The man had set her on fire but also sent pleasant chills through her. She'd never kissed Adam before but all the pleasant emotions she could imagine feeling had rushed through her when she did. Her whole body had felt electric, sensitive…

In short, while Punk's kiss gave her butterflies… Adam's had made her soar.

Katya didn't realise just how long she had been laying back against her pillows thinking until there was a knock on the door. She looked at her clock- it was late. She thought that maybe it was Jay coming to check on her so she reluctantly rolled off the bed and opened the door.

She was surprised to see Punk standing there.

"Can I come in?" He asked softly, not pushing her in anyway. Katya nodded and stepped back, allowing him to make his way in. She shut the door behind him and just followed him as he walked over to the couch to sit on it. She sat beside him and just watched him expectantly, waiting to hear what he had come to say or ask.

"I'm sorry… If I'm rushing you Katya," He said softly, "But I can't keep waiting. I… we both have a life to keep living…"

"There's someone else… isn't there?"

He looked at her, shocked… but nodded a little, "I guess so. I'm not with her… but… we've been talking and… even though I know I love you… I can feel that I could love her. So I need to know how you feel. Should I be waiting for you or… should I be trying my luck with this girl… woman." He said softly, looking a little conflicted.

Katya smiled at him gently, "Punk… you have my blessing. I love you too but… My heart… it's with Adam. I guess it always has been…" Her voice was a little apologetic, but Punk only smiled back in the same gentle way. He reached out and brushed some hair behind her ears.

"I guess I knew that… but what we had… it was great while it lasted. And I want you to know that anytime you need me… I'm still here for you Chaos." He said affectionately.

"I'm here for you too Punkers."

They both stood up, instinctually knowing that this was where their conversation would end. She walked him to the door but before she opened it he leaned in a little and placed one last soft kiss on her lips.

"Goodbye Katya." He said softly.

"Goodbye Punk." She responded, opening the door and watching him go. Even as he walked away she knew, after that last kiss, that her choice was the right one. At least for her.

She would go and see Adam the next day.

The next morning Katya's heart fluttered wildly in her chest as she thought about finally being with Adam, choosing her jeans and tee combo carefully. Soon she was standing outside his room with a little smile on her face.

Katya knocked on the door and waited for him to open it, smiling a little at him when the door finally opened. However it revealed a rather grumpy Adam who reluctantly let her in. She wondered what was up with him and hoped it didn't ruin her revelation.

"Adam…" She said softly, taking a moment to absorb the room and his smell… she had missed him, even though she had been happy enough with Punk,

"I saw him leaving your room last night." Adam said, voice gruff. Katya turned a little bit, seeing now why he was a little grumpy.

"Adam," She repeated just as softly, still smiling a little bit.

"I get it, okay! You didn't need to rub it in. Punk's a better guy than me. A better friend. You could have at least rejected me first Katya. It was a really low move to pick Punk and just leave me hanging."

Her jaw dropped a little bit, "Excuse me?" She asked, shocked at the assumptions he was making.

Adam shook his head and gave a little bitter laugh, "Don't play the victim Katya. Just get out."

"But Adam," She said again, desperately wanting him to listen to her even though she was hurt by his thoughts. He cut her off though.

"I SAID GET OUT!" He yelled, and she jumped a little, tears springing to her eyes. She looked at him for a moment longer before rushing out of the room, those tears spilling over and splashing down her face when she heard him slam the door behind her.

She needed to find Jay.


Author'snote:Okay! Hopefully two chapters in a row will help you guys forgive me for leaving you hanging for so long!

Adam's messed up pretty good this time, dontcha think?