The Complication of Adulthood
Chapter 11:Won't Tell A Soul
After work, Pacey was on the corner talking on the payphone. It was late and he knew he wouldn't arrive home on the proper time. Therefore, he decided it would be for the best if he called Joey. He told her that he had stay at the restaurant and helped close up. However, the real reason he was staying late was that he had to settle things between Jen.
He walked into a secluded café to find Jen waiting for him. He had no idea what he had to say to her. All he wanted her to know was that he loved Joey. He had to tell Jen in a nice way that sleeping with her was mistake.
"Hey." Jen said when Pacey walked up to the table.
"Okay, let me start by saying I'm sorry about everything." Pacey, as he sat down, jumped in the conversation.
"Why are you apologizing Pacey?… You've been very apologetic lately. Why?" Jen observed.
"Well that's because I've cheated on my wife with her good friend and I'm afraid I've ruin the lives of other… That's a reason to be apologetic." He elaborated.
"Pacey, you've made a mistake. We're human. That's what humans do… They make mistakes… And the one thing I admire you for is that you always know how to fix it." Jen reached over and grabbed Pacey's hands.
"Jen." Pacey said reluctantly.
However, Jen continued, "You said it yourself. You jumped into the marriage to quickly. Maybe it's for the best if you took a break from each other."
"What are you saying?" Pacey could not believe the things she was saying. He got up and said, "You know what; this can't happen. Nothing between us can never happen. Why don't you understand that?"
Jen got up and looked him straight in they eyes, "You've been the one who sometimes makes bad judgments; even though it wasn't all your fault, people still treated you like crap. Pacey, you need to learn that sometimes you can make mistake and no one has to know…"
"So are you saying," Pacey wasn't sure what she was signifying.
"I'm saying I can keep a secrete." Jen leaned in a kissed him.
However, the strange thing is, Pacey did not pushed her away. He liked it when her lips pressed against his lips. As she kissed him, it wasn't like when Joey kissed him. Something was different. He was ashamed of it, but he did respond to the kiss. Nonetheless, after a few moments, he came to a consideration that none of this should have happened. He then pushed her away.
Jen, surprised by his seclusion, "That was not a surprise. You pushing me away; predictable… When you are ready to talk, you know where to find me." Jen grabbed her stuff and was about to head out the door. However, Pacey stopped her.
"Jen." He called out.
Jen turned around with a little hope, "Yeah?"
"So you aren't going to tell Joey." He said egoistically.
Jen took a deep breath and said disappointedly, "Don't worry Pacey; I won't tell a soul."
Moreover, she was gone in an eye blink. Pacey was a little shaky about Jen's last statement. Pacey wasn't sure if he could trust her. More importantly, he hoped that none of this would blow up back in his face. He truly did not mean any harm.
The main question is: Will this be the end?
Author's Comment: I won't be back for a week (7-10 days at most), there when I come back, I'll update as soon as possible. Therefore, I posted two chapters for the meantime.
Author's Note: I want to thank you all for your great reviews. Keep it up!
Next Time on my fanfic: After a huge proclivity, Pacey has finally came to conclusion that he feels is right.