Ok I haven't done this yet so I was just thinking about it and decided to say it now and I probably will say it again at the end. I own nothing in the story except the computer it is being written on, Juliet, and any other made up characters. I also own the song in this chapter... yes I wrote it but don't make fun of me! I just didn't want to use some one else's song, this makes it more personal and more direct towards the character, though I didn't write it for Juliet; I realized how well it fit and decided to use it. I hope you enjoy! Only 5 more chapters to go!
Chapter 16: Goodbye
I was leaving the next day and I was having a very hard time sleeping. I tossed and turned, my mind just wouldn't settle! Finally I got up and went downstairs to make some hot chocolate, hoping that would relax me some. After I drank the cup I went back to bed, once again, no luck sleeping. I finally went to my last resort.
"Clark?" I whispered as I gently tapped on his door. There was no answer. Finally, I pushed my manners aside and just walked into his room.
"Clark?" I said softly as I kneeled down next to the side of his bed. His eyes slowly fluttered open.
"Jules?" He said sleepily, and then glanced over at his clock. "What's wrong? It's three a.m. why aren't you asleep?"
"I know, I'm sorry, but I just couldn't get to sleep, I couldn't relax." I told him honestly.
"Why? What's wrong?" He asked, slowly sitting up. I then realized he was shirtless and almost lost my entire train of thought, but I managed to collect myself.
"Clark, I'm scared." I said, "Maybe I shouldn't have chosen Julliard, maybe I made a mistake." I was getting a little sad now.
"Jules come here." Clark said, gently pulling me up and sitting me in his lap. I closed my eyes and rested my head on his chest. "You are going to do great. This is your dream! How can you say going for it is a mistake?" Clark said, running his fingers through my hair.
"What if I fail? What if I have no talent compared to everyone else there? What if they hate me? I shouldn't go, I should just stay here." I stated. Clark just laughed at me.
"As much as I'd love you to be here with me, I'd hate it if you didn't go. They won't hate you Jules, even if they do it doesn't matter. Because you are the most talented and gifted person I have ever met! You sing like an angel. And you will succeed, because I have a feeling that this is what you are destined to do." Clark said, seriously and sincerely. I looked up at him.
"Do you mean all of that?" I asked. He just smiled.
"Yea I do." He stated. "Now do you think we could possibly get some sleep?" Clark joked.
"Possibly…" I replied smiling "Oh if only I could stay in your arms forever, then I would never be afraid." I told him. I started to get up, but Clark grabbed my hand.
"I'm not sure I can promise you forever, but I can promise you tonight." Clark said. I turned back around and he gently led me to the place next to him. We both laid down facing each other and he pulled me close against him, with his arms wrapped around me. I snuggled into his embrace, and drifted off into a peaceful slumber.
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The next day, Clark and I went to the Talon so I could tell everyone goodbye on our way to Metropolis. When we got there, the keyboard was set up.
"What's this?" I asked amused. Clark shrugged.
"Well..." Chloe said as she and Lana walked over to us. "We are hoping it is your final goodbye, see you're going away to this amazing performing arts school on a vocal scholarship and we have yet to hear you sing."
"Guys, I usually dot sing my own music in front of people." I said quietly.
"Please!" Lois said, popping up. "I'll buy you a latte!" She tried to bribe. We all laughed at her. I hesitated but they ended up making me cave.
"Fine!" I said. I gave Clark a death glare.
"Hey I had no idea about this." He said. We all laughed and I stepped on the small stage and spoke into the microphone.
"Ok so umm, this isn't the sort of music I got into Julliard for, but I have a feeling that you will appreciate this more. I wrote it last night when I couldn't sleep, so here it goes…" Then I started playing and singing.
"Tomorrow's the day
When nothing's going to be the same
Tomorrow's the day
When everything's going to change…
I've waited for so long,
Wanting to move on
But now that the day is coming,
I'm not ready to go ahead…" The music filled my ears, and I drifted into my oblivion, in this moment, it was only me, and the music.
(Chorus)
"Goodbye,
To the wasted tears and nights I've cried.
Goodbye,
To the pain of the past
Farewell,
To the things I've said
And to the people I leave…
I just hope you miss me
Childhood's going away,
Now the suns setting a different way.
I'm not going too far but still,
I am leaving you
And I'm not sure what to do oh.
So please don't wait for tomorrow to come,
Because I'm standing here just waiting for the sun…
Goodbye,
To the wasted tears and nights I've cried.
Goodbye,
To the pain of the past
Farewell,
To the things I've said
And to the people I leave…
I just hope you miss me" I paused for a couple seconds, catching my breath and playing soft notes before coming back in softly, getting ready for the bridge, which was the strongest part.
"Hello,
To the new days,
Hello,
To the fear of the future
I'm not ready to go,
But still I can't wait to leave,
Everything from the past now turns to memories
So please,
Don't let go of me…
Don't let go of me oh.
Goodbye,
To the wasted tears and nights I've cried.
Goodbye,
To the pain of the past
Farewell,
To the things I've said
And to the people I leave…
I just hope you miss me.
I just hope you, miss me." I finished. Then to my astonishment, they all applauded. Some even cheered. I smiled and found Clark's gaze. He was clapping and smiling widely.
"Thank you." I said breathlessly into the microphone before stepping down and walking over to Clark, Lois, Chloe and Lana.
"Are you happy now?" I said laughing.
"Yes, but apparently not as happy as you! I don't think I have ever seen you smiled this much!" Chloe said.
"Yea really and where did you learn to sing like that?" Lois asked, my smile faded a little.
"Umm, my mother actually." I said. Everyone got quiet for a moment.
"You sounded amazing Jules; you're going to do great!" Lana told me. We all said our goodbyes, some tears were shed. Then Clark and I went to the Metropolis Airlines. He helped me with my bags, and then they called my flight.
"That's me." I said, standing with him at the gate. The tears burned in my eyes but instead of holding back, I let them fall. Clark pulled me into his arms.
"I love you, you are going to do great." E said, sounding rather sad himself. I looked up at him and forced a smiled. He did the same then kissed me with more passion then ever before. Then, they called my flight again. I pulled away tearfully.
"I have to go. I love you." We hugged and kissed one last time before I got on the plane.
I got into my seat and buckled up. Wiping the tears from my eyes and then looked out of the window. Clark was standing next to the runway, staring at me. I put my hand up against the window and waived a little. He smiled some and waived back. Then, in a flash, he was gone.