A/N: Ok, I left you all with a slightly sad ending for this chapter, but don't worry. Things will get better.

Disclaimer: I don't own the show.

Chapter 11: My Friends Over You

Both heads shot up to see Jamie Andrews standing at the door, staring at Tommy. His face had gone a shade of pink, but was getting redder by the minute. Jude rushed up to him. "Jamie! When did you get here?" He looked at her.

"A few hours ago. I wanted to surprise you by coming to visit you on tour. Seems like you weren't the only one who was surprised. Why the hell did Quincy have his arms around you, and why was he telling you to break up with me?" Jamie practically yelled at her. Jude sighed.

"Jamie, we need to talk. Not here, though." He looked at her with a confused expression. "I need to talk to Tommy first," She explained. "Maybe...you could meet me at the cafe down the street?" Jamie nodded hesitantly, knowing it was important.

"Uh, sure. See you later," He said with a shaky voice. He turned around and walked out. Thankfully, he had payed no attention to the ring that hung around her neck, in place of her usual guitar pick that he had given her right after she ad won Instant Star. Jude was so wrapped up in what had been happening, she had forgotten to hide it, and Jamie had been so wrapped up, he had payed it no mind. Jude let out a sigh of relief as she walked over to Tommy, who was still sitting on the floor. She once again took a seat next to him, taking his arm and putting it over her shoulder. She looked into his icy blue eyes, filled with love and concern.

"What are we gonna do?" She asked him, her voice barely above a whisper. Tommy closed his eyes.

"I don't know." He turned so he was completely facing her and took her hands. "Look, Jamie and I may not be the best of friends, but I do know how much he means to you. Just let him down gently. He might get mad at first, but trust me, he'll come around." Jude smiled as a single tear made its way down her cheek. Tommy wiped it away. "Don't cry. It'll be ok, baby girl." Jude nodded and stood up again, trying to compose herself before she walked out of the hotel room to meet Jamie. She hated herself for breaking his heart, but she had no choice. She loved Tommy, and it wasn't fair to Jamie if she led him on. She walked through the lobby and out into the cold night air. The breeze instantly hit her skin and she scolded herself for not bringing a jacket. Crossing her arms to keep herslef warm, she began her walk to the small cafe. She walked down the street quickly, wanting both to get inside and warm up and also to get her talk with Jamie over with. She stopped halfway at an electronics shop, after seeing her video with Shay appear on one of the big screen tvs. Rage consumed her as she thought about what he had done to her, what she was about to do to Jamie. She felt more tears well up in her eyes. I can do this...can't I? Of course I can. I love Tommy, but...I don't want to hurt Jamie. Oh, god. I really hope Tommy was right... Jude opened the door to the cafe and looked around. She spotted Jamie in the back of the cafe and ran up to him, taking the seat across from him.

"Hey," She said grimly. He looked up.

"Hey." Jude let out a discouraged sigh, causing Jamie to look up at her. "So...you said you needed to talk to me. What's up?" Jude reached across the table and took Jamie's hands. She looked away for a second, and then back up at Jamie. She sighed again. Here goes everything.

"Jamie, you know I really care about you. And before I say this let me just say that I really, really don't want to lose you..."

"But," He interrupted. Jude looked at him sympathetically. It was true. She'd always cared about him, and she didn't want to break his heart.

"But, the thing with Tommy is complicated. He came a few weeks ago and told me he'd broken up with Sadie. He--he didn't know about you and me so he thought-" Jamie cut her off.

"You didn't tell him?" Jude looked away from him, even more tears escaping her eyes, and shook her head.

"I'm sorry. I hate myself for this. All of this. Especially for what i'm about to tell you." Jamie's grip loosened on Jude's hands as he realized something.

"Y-you got b-back with Quincy, d-d-didn't you?" He stuttered. Jude nodded.

"I'm really, really sorry, Jamie." Jamie shook his head.

"No, i'm sorry. For thinking I could compete with him." Jude looked at him.

"Jamie-"

"No, Jude. Don't try to make me feel better. I--i'll see you around, ok?" He tried to get up and walk away, but Jude was strong. She took hold of his arms and pulled him down.

"Jamie, I really am sorry, but I don't want this to ruin our friendship. Please." He tried with more effort this time to leave, and finally managed to escape her grasp.

"It's too late. I hope you're happy with Little Tommy Q. Goodbye." With that, he stormed out of the cafe, and out of Jude's life.

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