Joey's POV
The morning was a cold and dreary one. The street outside my house was covered with a thin layer of snow from the night before. Usually when it snows the sun is out to manipulate you into coming outside because it looks warm. That wasn't the case today. It seemed as though today wouldn't be very pleasant. I stood in my Pajamas watching the snow swirl around from my warm house.
"Joey! We need to leave early today." Bessie called from the kitchen.
I turned my head to look at my small alarm clock. 7:15. I felt my heart race as I tried to get ready. I ended up wearing my Staind shirt and a pair of tight jeans because all of my comfy ones were dirty. My hair was a mess so up it went in a pony tail. I ran out of my bedroom but came back to look at my calendar. Friday. Fridays are mine and Pacey's day to get together. I crossed off Friday and went downstairs. Alex was in his playpen and Bessie was in the kitchen making something. I sat on a stool by our counter. I said hello to Bessie but she didn't even look at me.
"Joey, when are you going to go out?" Bessie said as she gave me a plate of goop.
"Hey, I went out on a date last week, and what is this stuff you put on a plate?"
"Yes you did but you haven't talked to the guy since then. He tried to talk to you but you keep ignoring him. That stuff on the plate is eggs." Bessie leaned against the fridge sipping her coffee.
"Okay first of all, those runny sticky blobs are not eggs and secondly, I don't want to go on another date with Brian or Ryan. Why do you care so much?"
Bessie looked at me, chuckled, and set her mug down next to my plate.
"Those few months you dated Pacey really left an impression Ms. Comedian. You don't have to eat the "Blobs" if you don't want to. I don't care if you go on a lot of dates but I want you to be happy. All you do is go out with Carmen on Fridays. I don't want to see you sad." Bessie took a few sips from her mug, looked at her watch and started to dress up Alex.
I spun around and looked at Bessie. "I am happy Bessie. I don't want to go out on more dates because they don't make me happy. Don't worry about me. Let's go so I'm not late."
Bessie nodded and we walked to the car. The ride to school was full of crying from Alex.
When I got to my locker I was relieved to not hear so much crying. Slowly I put in my combo, 09, 29, 30. When I opened my locker my anatomy book fell from my top shelf right on top of my head. This day is going to suck.
"I'm guessing this is a fight that the locker won." I turned around to see Pacey picking up my book.
"Ha, Ha, laugh it up but that really hurt."
"I'm sorry Jo. Are you okay?" Pacey put on a serious face and rubbed the top of my head.
"I'm fine Witter. Can I have my book back please?"
Pacey handed me my book and just looked at me. I asked him what was wrong but he stayed quiet. He wanted to talk to me so he walked me to my first class. We were close to my classroom and Pacey still didn't say a word. I pushed him into the nearest vacant classroom and moved him to the back so no one would see us. I stood in front of him.
"What's wrong with you Pacey?"
Pacey looked at me and sat on the desktop closest to him. He took in a deep breath and looked up. "There's a problem with our arrangement."
I couldn't move my eyes. They wouldn't stop looking at him. My face was emotionless but my heart was beating faster. I could feel my knees starting to shake and my hands getting all sweaty.
"What.What's the problem Pace?"
"Deputy Doug and Sheriff want me to sweep the Garage. I can't get together with you tonight. I'm sorry Jo." I sighed at that statement.
"Things really aren't going my way today are they? First I have to wear these tight jeans because I don't have any other pairs, my head gets a beating from an over stuffed text book."
"You look great in those pants though." Pacey said.
"Thanks, then the one thing that I was looking forward to all week is taken away."
"I said I was sorry Joey! What else can I do?" Pacey stood up and his voice was raised.
I looked at Pacey and took in a deep breath. "I know you're sorry and shouldn't be because it's not your fault. I'm sorry; I was just looking forward to being with you. It's not fun when you can't spend time alone with the person you love."
Pacey gave me this weird look then kissed me. We walked out of the classroom and since no one was around we kissed again.
1st period was Spanish. I didn't pay attention because I was too busy thinking about that look that Pacey gave me. The bell rang and I was walking like a ghost lost in this world. I was lost, lost in my thoughts. Second and third periods were Gym and Math. Both periods I paid more attention in but I still wasn't focused on the subjects. When the bell rang from 3rd period I slowly went to my locker then I went to lunch. I sat down at the table and didn't talk for 3/4ths of it.
"Okay, I can't take it anymore! What's wrong with you Joey?" Carmen asked.
I took another bite of my apple and sighed. I looked up at her. She looked angry. She was my best friend and I was afraid to tell her my problem. I think I was afraid to hear the answer.
"Okay Carm. Pacey and I were talking this morning and he said he can't do anything today because he has to clean the garage."
"So I guess that means no sex for you then?" Carmen laughed.
"Yeah no sex, but after he told me that, he gave me this really weird look. It's been on my mind all day."
"Did he give you this look after he told you the story about tonight?" Carmen asked.
I looked at Carmen. I could tell she was on to something. "Yeah, what are you getting at Carm?"
Carmen sat back. "He's lying." Carmen said this casually then put a spoonful of yogurt in her mouth.
"How do you know that he's lying?"
"Well, Pacey is too nice of a guy to lie without any guilt. His guilt just happened to show up on his face. You never saw that look before because he probably didn't have anything to feel guilty about." Carmen bluntly exposed Pacey. I just sat back and took it all in. I was curious as to why he would have to lie to me. The bell rang and I said good bye to Carmen.
The next period I went to was Cooking.
Fifth period. Pacey was in this class. I walked into cooking class and saw Pacey already sitting in his seat. I sit right behind him so when I passed I smiled and he said hi. I took off my backpack and sat down. Pacey turned around.
"Are you mad at me Joey?" Pacey asked. I just shook my head no. Pacey asked a few more times until he had to turn around because the bell rang. Ms.Bale went to the front off the classroom.
"Y'all settle down now. T'day we're gonna learn how ta bake a fresh loaf a bread. All ya kids take you' seats and watch me make da dough." The teacher said.
Pacey tossed back a note to me. I opened it and read it: What do you call a fish with no eyes? A Fsh (Jokeyard.com)
I wrote back: That's not funny
Once again Pacey wrote back: What's wrong with you Joey? You usually love those dumb-ass Jokes.
I was ticked that Pacey would not leave me alone. I picked up the note and walked over to the trash can. Pacey was watching me so I put on a giant smile and crumbled up the paper. After the paper was in a ball I opened it up and ripped it into shreds. I kept smiling at him and walked back and sat in my seat. After I did that I felt really bad. I don't know what came over me. I felt, in a way, evil. The rest of the period Pacey never turned back or gave me a note. I didn't seem to exist anymore. When the bell rang Pacey went out the door without even saying bye. I left and went to my last period class.
My last period was anatomy. We were learning about muscles that day. Mr. Davidson had my class split into pairs for the discussion today. Carmen and I paired together.
"Hey Joey. How was last period with Pacey?" Carmen asked.
I looked at her and sat down.
"That bad huh? What happened?" Carmen sat forward.
"Well" I moved my legs in a more comfortable position. "Pacey gave me this note with some fish joke on it and I told him it wasn't funny so he asked, well more of wrote asked, what was wrong with me. I think the devil took over me."
"why? Whatcha do? Watcha do?" Carmen was all excited.
"I got up, took the paper over to the trash can and ripped it into tiny pieces. I did it all with a giant grin on my face with Pacey watching."
Carmen grabbed her chain and did the sign of the cross with it in front of me. "The power of Christ compels you Joey." Carmen kept doing the cross. Carmen and I both laughed. I guess we were loud because the teacher heard.
"what are you and Carmen interrupting my class about Josephine?" Mr. Davidson asked.
"Actually Mr. Davidson, we were discussing affairs of the strongest muscle."
"Ah yes, the heart. Isn't it amazing that it's so strong yet can be broken so easily?" he turned around to face the board.
I kept looking at the board when Carmen tapped me on the shoulder.
"I know I don't have any say in this but I think you should square things off with Pacey. There is a 50 percent chance that I'm wrong about him lying." Carmen started writing down things and we paid attention for the rest of the class period.
After school I walked over to Pacey's locker. He has an end locker that is in a practically deserted hall way. When I reached him I tapped him on the shoulder and he turned around. I stepped in closer, wrapped my arms around him, and gave him the hardest kiss I ever gave him. It lasted maybe five seconds then I moved away and stood back. Pacey looked at me, laughed and turned towards his locker again.
"Why are you laughing?" No answer.
"Why the hell are you laughing Pacey!?"
Pacey turned to face me. "You wanna know why I'm laughing? Well I'll tell you then Jo. I'm laughing because you are so naïve. You actually think that a fucking kiss can solve all your problems."
"It worked last time." I put on a smile.
"well it won't this time Joey. You don't even care that I'm pissed off right now do you?" Pacey stood there and didn't move any closer.
"What makes you think I don't care?"
"You're smiling! If you were mad I wouldn't be fucking smiling. I bet you're thinking Oh I acted like a psycho earlier because Pacey said he couldn't do anything tonight but maybe if I'm nice now I will still have a chance of getting laid."
That comment pushed me off the edge. "Is that all you think I care about? Sex? I'm not a fucking whore Pacey. I came over here to tell you that I was sorry about what I did earlier but that is something that never crossed your mind. I didn't come over here to ensure my sex life. You know maybe we've gone far enough with this thing we have going on Pacey. I think it's time we end this so you can go to hell Pacey Witter."
On that note I turned on my heels and started to walk away. Pacey ran ahead of me and blocked my path.
"Joey I'm sorry about what I said. Y. you can slap me or do whatever you want but please don't say we're done Joey please." Pacey wouldn't get out of my way.
"It's over Pacey! There is no reason to waste your breath. I hope you kick yourself in the ass because you were such a jerk, now MOVE!"
Pacey didn't move so I walked around him and went out the doors to walk home.
When I got inside Bessie was sitting on the floor playing with Alex.
"How was your day Joey?" Bessie asked.
I walked up the stairs. "It sucked Bess and I don't want to talk about it." I went into my room and slammed the door.
I was so mad so I almost ripped off my shoes and coat. I put on my Sarah McLachlan CD and started to pull all of Pacey's things into a box. After I was done I just laid on my bed and cried. I cried about friends, family, whatever. I mostly cried about Pacey though. I never loved a guy so much that it hurt when I was not with him. I cried for about two or three hours straight. It was 6:30 when I looked at the clock. I knew today was going to be bad. I rose from my bed and wiped my tears. I had to be strong. Once I got a hold of myself I picked up the box with Pacey's stuff in it and went downstairs. I told Bessie that I needed to go for a walk and I left the house for Pacey's house.
Pacey didn't live very close so it took me a while to reach his house. When I reached it I noticed the light on in the garage and music playing. I walked over there because I remembered Pacey telling me that he had to sweep tonight. I peeked into the garage and saw Pacey dancing with a girl. She was tall and had short blonde hair. She was wearing a pair of shorts and a tank top. Pacey was wearing Jeans and a wife beater. He was very clumsy with her. When they sat down I stood in the door frame entirely.
"Joey?" Pacey saw me right away.
I tried not to cry. "Uh H.hey Pace. I.I came to drop off your stuff that was at my house." I handed him the box then I started to walk away backwards. "Pacey swept you up so it was nice to meet you garage. Bye Pacey." My voice got really low and tears started to drop. I ran out of the garage and Pacey was calling me. I only got to the end of the driveway when Pacey grabbed my arm and turned me around.
"Please let me go Pacey." I was still crying even though my face was already tear stained.
"Not until you let me explain." Pacey said.
I pulled away from him and moved back to face him. "There's no need to explain Pacey. We decided to have an open relationship but why did you have to lie? Most importantly why did you have make your date on our day Pacey? I know I had dates before but I never had any on Fridays."
"It's not a date Joey." Pacey was looking down.
"Then what the hell was going on in there Pacey?"
Pacey looked up. "I was taking dance lessons okay! My mother's making me take them. I was afraid you would laugh at me."
"Oh come on. I would never laugh at you because of dance lessons. If you would have told me in the first place then all of what happened today could have been avoided."
The blonde girl walked up to Pacey and I. "Hey sorry to interrupt but we're done for today Pacey." She looked at me. "My name is Tina not garage, and next time, please don't have a fight or whatever with him because he really sucks at dancing when he's upset, there's no reason for lessons then, bye Pacey." She walked away.
I felt really bad. "I'm sorry that I made you feel that you can't trust me Pace. If you would have told me then I wouldn't have felt that you were lying to me and I wouldn't have acted how I acted during cooking."
"I trust you a lot Joey. I was just having a kid moment because you know how people can be with dumb things like dance lessons. I'm sorry that I didn't tell you the truth and I'm sorry about how I acted after school today. I'm sorry I was stopping you from leaving after school also. I just love you so much and it hurts that I can't have you." Pacey said.
We looked at each other then Pacey started to rub his arms because he only had on his wife beater in the night of winter.
"I'm going to go in. thanks for bringing my stuff Jo." Pacey smiled then walked into the garage. I stood outside and after a while went inside the garage. Pacey was moving the radio and fixing the couch.
"I'm sorry that I said I wanted to break up."
Pacey lifted his head and stood up right. "Are you?"
I walked closer to him. "Yes I am Pacey. I didn't want to break up. I was just mad so I said that. the truth is that I'm madly in love with you. I went home today and cried because of you for hours. It scares me Pace."
Pacey walked up to me and started to undo my buttons on my coat. "What scares you Joey?" He took my coat fully off and dropped it on the floor.
"It scares me that maybe you won't give me another chance."
Pacey unzipped my hoodie. "Don't worry about that Jo. You know I want you back. I love you." Pacey's voice low now. Slowly he slipped off my hoodie so I only had a Cami and my jeans on.
Pacey started to kiss my neck and I closed my eyes. "I love you so much Pacey." I took off his shirt.
Pacey said, "I love you with my whole self Jo and I never want to hurt you." Before looking into my eyes.
Slowly Pacey leaned into me. We kissed. When our lips finally touched it was like heaven on Earth. I deepened the kiss and we fell back onto the couch.
The morning was a cold and dreary one. The street outside my house was covered with a thin layer of snow from the night before. Usually when it snows the sun is out to manipulate you into coming outside because it looks warm. That wasn't the case today. It seemed as though today wouldn't be very pleasant. I stood in my Pajamas watching the snow swirl around from my warm house.
"Joey! We need to leave early today." Bessie called from the kitchen.
I turned my head to look at my small alarm clock. 7:15. I felt my heart race as I tried to get ready. I ended up wearing my Staind shirt and a pair of tight jeans because all of my comfy ones were dirty. My hair was a mess so up it went in a pony tail. I ran out of my bedroom but came back to look at my calendar. Friday. Fridays are mine and Pacey's day to get together. I crossed off Friday and went downstairs. Alex was in his playpen and Bessie was in the kitchen making something. I sat on a stool by our counter. I said hello to Bessie but she didn't even look at me.
"Joey, when are you going to go out?" Bessie said as she gave me a plate of goop.
"Hey, I went out on a date last week, and what is this stuff you put on a plate?"
"Yes you did but you haven't talked to the guy since then. He tried to talk to you but you keep ignoring him. That stuff on the plate is eggs." Bessie leaned against the fridge sipping her coffee.
"Okay first of all, those runny sticky blobs are not eggs and secondly, I don't want to go on another date with Brian or Ryan. Why do you care so much?"
Bessie looked at me, chuckled, and set her mug down next to my plate.
"Those few months you dated Pacey really left an impression Ms. Comedian. You don't have to eat the "Blobs" if you don't want to. I don't care if you go on a lot of dates but I want you to be happy. All you do is go out with Carmen on Fridays. I don't want to see you sad." Bessie took a few sips from her mug, looked at her watch and started to dress up Alex.
I spun around and looked at Bessie. "I am happy Bessie. I don't want to go out on more dates because they don't make me happy. Don't worry about me. Let's go so I'm not late."
Bessie nodded and we walked to the car. The ride to school was full of crying from Alex.
When I got to my locker I was relieved to not hear so much crying. Slowly I put in my combo, 09, 29, 30. When I opened my locker my anatomy book fell from my top shelf right on top of my head. This day is going to suck.
"I'm guessing this is a fight that the locker won." I turned around to see Pacey picking up my book.
"Ha, Ha, laugh it up but that really hurt."
"I'm sorry Jo. Are you okay?" Pacey put on a serious face and rubbed the top of my head.
"I'm fine Witter. Can I have my book back please?"
Pacey handed me my book and just looked at me. I asked him what was wrong but he stayed quiet. He wanted to talk to me so he walked me to my first class. We were close to my classroom and Pacey still didn't say a word. I pushed him into the nearest vacant classroom and moved him to the back so no one would see us. I stood in front of him.
"What's wrong with you Pacey?"
Pacey looked at me and sat on the desktop closest to him. He took in a deep breath and looked up. "There's a problem with our arrangement."
I couldn't move my eyes. They wouldn't stop looking at him. My face was emotionless but my heart was beating faster. I could feel my knees starting to shake and my hands getting all sweaty.
"What.What's the problem Pace?"
"Deputy Doug and Sheriff want me to sweep the Garage. I can't get together with you tonight. I'm sorry Jo." I sighed at that statement.
"Things really aren't going my way today are they? First I have to wear these tight jeans because I don't have any other pairs, my head gets a beating from an over stuffed text book."
"You look great in those pants though." Pacey said.
"Thanks, then the one thing that I was looking forward to all week is taken away."
"I said I was sorry Joey! What else can I do?" Pacey stood up and his voice was raised.
I looked at Pacey and took in a deep breath. "I know you're sorry and shouldn't be because it's not your fault. I'm sorry; I was just looking forward to being with you. It's not fun when you can't spend time alone with the person you love."
Pacey gave me this weird look then kissed me. We walked out of the classroom and since no one was around we kissed again.
1st period was Spanish. I didn't pay attention because I was too busy thinking about that look that Pacey gave me. The bell rang and I was walking like a ghost lost in this world. I was lost, lost in my thoughts. Second and third periods were Gym and Math. Both periods I paid more attention in but I still wasn't focused on the subjects. When the bell rang from 3rd period I slowly went to my locker then I went to lunch. I sat down at the table and didn't talk for 3/4ths of it.
"Okay, I can't take it anymore! What's wrong with you Joey?" Carmen asked.
I took another bite of my apple and sighed. I looked up at her. She looked angry. She was my best friend and I was afraid to tell her my problem. I think I was afraid to hear the answer.
"Okay Carm. Pacey and I were talking this morning and he said he can't do anything today because he has to clean the garage."
"So I guess that means no sex for you then?" Carmen laughed.
"Yeah no sex, but after he told me that, he gave me this really weird look. It's been on my mind all day."
"Did he give you this look after he told you the story about tonight?" Carmen asked.
I looked at Carmen. I could tell she was on to something. "Yeah, what are you getting at Carm?"
Carmen sat back. "He's lying." Carmen said this casually then put a spoonful of yogurt in her mouth.
"How do you know that he's lying?"
"Well, Pacey is too nice of a guy to lie without any guilt. His guilt just happened to show up on his face. You never saw that look before because he probably didn't have anything to feel guilty about." Carmen bluntly exposed Pacey. I just sat back and took it all in. I was curious as to why he would have to lie to me. The bell rang and I said good bye to Carmen.
The next period I went to was Cooking.
Fifth period. Pacey was in this class. I walked into cooking class and saw Pacey already sitting in his seat. I sit right behind him so when I passed I smiled and he said hi. I took off my backpack and sat down. Pacey turned around.
"Are you mad at me Joey?" Pacey asked. I just shook my head no. Pacey asked a few more times until he had to turn around because the bell rang. Ms.Bale went to the front off the classroom.
"Y'all settle down now. T'day we're gonna learn how ta bake a fresh loaf a bread. All ya kids take you' seats and watch me make da dough." The teacher said.
Pacey tossed back a note to me. I opened it and read it: What do you call a fish with no eyes? A Fsh (Jokeyard.com)
I wrote back: That's not funny
Once again Pacey wrote back: What's wrong with you Joey? You usually love those dumb-ass Jokes.
I was ticked that Pacey would not leave me alone. I picked up the note and walked over to the trash can. Pacey was watching me so I put on a giant smile and crumbled up the paper. After the paper was in a ball I opened it up and ripped it into shreds. I kept smiling at him and walked back and sat in my seat. After I did that I felt really bad. I don't know what came over me. I felt, in a way, evil. The rest of the period Pacey never turned back or gave me a note. I didn't seem to exist anymore. When the bell rang Pacey went out the door without even saying bye. I left and went to my last period class.
My last period was anatomy. We were learning about muscles that day. Mr. Davidson had my class split into pairs for the discussion today. Carmen and I paired together.
"Hey Joey. How was last period with Pacey?" Carmen asked.
I looked at her and sat down.
"That bad huh? What happened?" Carmen sat forward.
"Well" I moved my legs in a more comfortable position. "Pacey gave me this note with some fish joke on it and I told him it wasn't funny so he asked, well more of wrote asked, what was wrong with me. I think the devil took over me."
"why? Whatcha do? Watcha do?" Carmen was all excited.
"I got up, took the paper over to the trash can and ripped it into tiny pieces. I did it all with a giant grin on my face with Pacey watching."
Carmen grabbed her chain and did the sign of the cross with it in front of me. "The power of Christ compels you Joey." Carmen kept doing the cross. Carmen and I both laughed. I guess we were loud because the teacher heard.
"what are you and Carmen interrupting my class about Josephine?" Mr. Davidson asked.
"Actually Mr. Davidson, we were discussing affairs of the strongest muscle."
"Ah yes, the heart. Isn't it amazing that it's so strong yet can be broken so easily?" he turned around to face the board.
I kept looking at the board when Carmen tapped me on the shoulder.
"I know I don't have any say in this but I think you should square things off with Pacey. There is a 50 percent chance that I'm wrong about him lying." Carmen started writing down things and we paid attention for the rest of the class period.
After school I walked over to Pacey's locker. He has an end locker that is in a practically deserted hall way. When I reached him I tapped him on the shoulder and he turned around. I stepped in closer, wrapped my arms around him, and gave him the hardest kiss I ever gave him. It lasted maybe five seconds then I moved away and stood back. Pacey looked at me, laughed and turned towards his locker again.
"Why are you laughing?" No answer.
"Why the hell are you laughing Pacey!?"
Pacey turned to face me. "You wanna know why I'm laughing? Well I'll tell you then Jo. I'm laughing because you are so naïve. You actually think that a fucking kiss can solve all your problems."
"It worked last time." I put on a smile.
"well it won't this time Joey. You don't even care that I'm pissed off right now do you?" Pacey stood there and didn't move any closer.
"What makes you think I don't care?"
"You're smiling! If you were mad I wouldn't be fucking smiling. I bet you're thinking Oh I acted like a psycho earlier because Pacey said he couldn't do anything tonight but maybe if I'm nice now I will still have a chance of getting laid."
That comment pushed me off the edge. "Is that all you think I care about? Sex? I'm not a fucking whore Pacey. I came over here to tell you that I was sorry about what I did earlier but that is something that never crossed your mind. I didn't come over here to ensure my sex life. You know maybe we've gone far enough with this thing we have going on Pacey. I think it's time we end this so you can go to hell Pacey Witter."
On that note I turned on my heels and started to walk away. Pacey ran ahead of me and blocked my path.
"Joey I'm sorry about what I said. Y. you can slap me or do whatever you want but please don't say we're done Joey please." Pacey wouldn't get out of my way.
"It's over Pacey! There is no reason to waste your breath. I hope you kick yourself in the ass because you were such a jerk, now MOVE!"
Pacey didn't move so I walked around him and went out the doors to walk home.
When I got inside Bessie was sitting on the floor playing with Alex.
"How was your day Joey?" Bessie asked.
I walked up the stairs. "It sucked Bess and I don't want to talk about it." I went into my room and slammed the door.
I was so mad so I almost ripped off my shoes and coat. I put on my Sarah McLachlan CD and started to pull all of Pacey's things into a box. After I was done I just laid on my bed and cried. I cried about friends, family, whatever. I mostly cried about Pacey though. I never loved a guy so much that it hurt when I was not with him. I cried for about two or three hours straight. It was 6:30 when I looked at the clock. I knew today was going to be bad. I rose from my bed and wiped my tears. I had to be strong. Once I got a hold of myself I picked up the box with Pacey's stuff in it and went downstairs. I told Bessie that I needed to go for a walk and I left the house for Pacey's house.
Pacey didn't live very close so it took me a while to reach his house. When I reached it I noticed the light on in the garage and music playing. I walked over there because I remembered Pacey telling me that he had to sweep tonight. I peeked into the garage and saw Pacey dancing with a girl. She was tall and had short blonde hair. She was wearing a pair of shorts and a tank top. Pacey was wearing Jeans and a wife beater. He was very clumsy with her. When they sat down I stood in the door frame entirely.
"Joey?" Pacey saw me right away.
I tried not to cry. "Uh H.hey Pace. I.I came to drop off your stuff that was at my house." I handed him the box then I started to walk away backwards. "Pacey swept you up so it was nice to meet you garage. Bye Pacey." My voice got really low and tears started to drop. I ran out of the garage and Pacey was calling me. I only got to the end of the driveway when Pacey grabbed my arm and turned me around.
"Please let me go Pacey." I was still crying even though my face was already tear stained.
"Not until you let me explain." Pacey said.
I pulled away from him and moved back to face him. "There's no need to explain Pacey. We decided to have an open relationship but why did you have to lie? Most importantly why did you have make your date on our day Pacey? I know I had dates before but I never had any on Fridays."
"It's not a date Joey." Pacey was looking down.
"Then what the hell was going on in there Pacey?"
Pacey looked up. "I was taking dance lessons okay! My mother's making me take them. I was afraid you would laugh at me."
"Oh come on. I would never laugh at you because of dance lessons. If you would have told me in the first place then all of what happened today could have been avoided."
The blonde girl walked up to Pacey and I. "Hey sorry to interrupt but we're done for today Pacey." She looked at me. "My name is Tina not garage, and next time, please don't have a fight or whatever with him because he really sucks at dancing when he's upset, there's no reason for lessons then, bye Pacey." She walked away.
I felt really bad. "I'm sorry that I made you feel that you can't trust me Pace. If you would have told me then I wouldn't have felt that you were lying to me and I wouldn't have acted how I acted during cooking."
"I trust you a lot Joey. I was just having a kid moment because you know how people can be with dumb things like dance lessons. I'm sorry that I didn't tell you the truth and I'm sorry about how I acted after school today. I'm sorry I was stopping you from leaving after school also. I just love you so much and it hurts that I can't have you." Pacey said.
We looked at each other then Pacey started to rub his arms because he only had on his wife beater in the night of winter.
"I'm going to go in. thanks for bringing my stuff Jo." Pacey smiled then walked into the garage. I stood outside and after a while went inside the garage. Pacey was moving the radio and fixing the couch.
"I'm sorry that I said I wanted to break up."
Pacey lifted his head and stood up right. "Are you?"
I walked closer to him. "Yes I am Pacey. I didn't want to break up. I was just mad so I said that. the truth is that I'm madly in love with you. I went home today and cried because of you for hours. It scares me Pace."
Pacey walked up to me and started to undo my buttons on my coat. "What scares you Joey?" He took my coat fully off and dropped it on the floor.
"It scares me that maybe you won't give me another chance."
Pacey unzipped my hoodie. "Don't worry about that Jo. You know I want you back. I love you." Pacey's voice low now. Slowly he slipped off my hoodie so I only had a Cami and my jeans on.
Pacey started to kiss my neck and I closed my eyes. "I love you so much Pacey." I took off his shirt.
Pacey said, "I love you with my whole self Jo and I never want to hurt you." Before looking into my eyes.
Slowly Pacey leaned into me. We kissed. When our lips finally touched it was like heaven on Earth. I deepened the kiss and we fell back onto the couch.