Description: My version of how Pacey and Joey got together. Starts briefly in third season and then jumps to the sixth. Jacob and Clay are characters I created.
Disclaimer: I own nothing from the show, only the original storyline and two characters I created Jacob and Clay.
Author's Note: If you read and leave a review, I'll update.
Unattainable Love:
Chapter #4
(Jacob's pov)
" You sure that you're alright?", I question while pulling up a seat to sit. This poor girl just had a close call. Some prick slipped something into her drink when she wasn't paying attention. Thankfully, I saw and took the glass away before she could even take a sip from it. What is wrong with some guys? Were I not around, who knows what could have happened? Buying the both of us a soda, I share some of my french fries with her. This girl is kind of amazing, glad I stopped in for a beer before meeting up with the guys.Speaking of which, wonder if those two will mind if I bring someone along. They never specifically said it was a guys night out.
" I am now, thanks again by the way. I'm Joey.", she answers with a half smile making its way across her face. God, this girl is beyond beautiful. Is she single or is her boyfriend an idiot? What guy in his right mind would let his girlfriend go out alone? The guy who attempted to spike her drink, I busted his jaw. Felt nice watching him walk off with a broken nose. The bar tender was about to throw me out when I told him what had happened. Instead, I was give a basket of fries on the house which came in handy considering I'm hungry. Joey seems to be relieved the guy who nearly took advantage of her is gone. Wonder if I should make sure she gets home alright later too.
" Nice to meet you, Joey. I'm Jacob. Sorry about that guy, we're not all pricks like him. Look, I'm not sure if you're waiting on anyone. On the off chance your not, you're welcome to hangout with me the rest of the night. My friends won't mind.", I offer with a hopeful smile. Truth is, I wouldn't mind getting to know her a bit more. Joey is beautiful and unlike any other girl I have ever met before. Doubt the guys will mind me bringing her along. With hopes, Clay won't hit on Joey all night. Those two are probably wondering where I am right about now. Once I explain what's happened, I'm sure the two of them will more than understand. Grabbing out my cell phone, I send Pacey a text to let him know I'm on my way. Might have left out the part where I might be bringing a girl, Jo hasn't said yes yet.
" I'm actually not waiting on anyone, sort of just needed a break from studying. If you don't mind my company? Then I'm in, Jacob.", answers Joey before hooking her arm with mine. Standing from our seats at the bar, I touch a hand to her waist. Leading Joey outside, I open my cars passenger side door. Waiting for her to climb in, I get in on the drivers side. Glancing down at my phone once more, I see a text from Witter telling me their back at the apartment. Offering to buy a few six packs, I let him know I'll be home in a few. Turning my attention to Joey, I ask if she still wants to hangout or would rather I just drive her home. To my surprise, she wants to still hangout and I'm silently thankful to hear this.
Calling in for two pies, Joey and I stop at the nearest liquor store before picking them up and heading backing to my place," My roommates are pretty cool, I think you will get along with them Joey. If Clay hits on you, let me know and I'll knock some sense into him."
Following me up the front steps to my apartment, Joey grasps hold of my arm gently once more," I'll be alright Jacob, your friends can't be too bad. Thanks again for taking that drink from me."
" Don't mention it, seriously. I'm just glad I was there and saw, Jo. Hey guys sorry about earlier. Stopped in for a drink before meeting up with you. Some creep slipped something into this girls drink so I stepped in and well...this is my new friend Joey.", I announce while making my way inside the apartment with Joey not far behind me. Setting both pies down on the counter, I toss my coat aside and grab myself a beer. Hopefully the fact that I came baring food and beer they won't be too upset with me. Not like I had intentionally ditched the two of them. ...Well, fine. Maybe not this time I haven't. Those two couldn't tell me if the circumstances weren't reversed, they wouldn't have done the exact same thing. Grabbing down a few plates, I hand one to Joey before taking out a slice for the two of us.
" Nice to meet you both, sorry for the intrusion. …Witter?", inquires Joey with a look of confusion in her eyes. At mention of his name, Pacey glances up and immediately tenses in his spot. Wait a second, these two know one another? How? Watching Joey lower her gaze from Pacey's, I glance between the two. There has to be something that I am missing here. For her part, Jo has gotten awfully quiet. As for Pacey, we he just looks like he is shocked that I brought her home in the first place. Still have absolutely no idea how these two know one another. Something tells me that I'm about to find out.
" Potter? What are the odds. You're alright?", questions Pacey with a genuine look of concern in his eyes. With a slight nod of her head, Joey offers a smile. Clearly they had to have gone to school together. How else would these two know one another? Is it possible they even dated? Sure would explain the tension between the two of them. seriously hope that is not the case. Kind of like Joey a little, won't be able to do anything about this if they used to date. Guess that I'll have to come out and ask how the two of them know one another. There is definitely more than friendship between the two of them, that much is for certain.
Taking a seat on the couch, Joey takes a drink from the soda I bought her," I'm fine now thanks to your friend Jacob. What about you? How have you been Pacey? How is Alison?"
Cracking open a beer for himself, Pacey takes a long gulp before answering," Wouldn't know, we broke up. She cheated on me, Jo. What about you? Anyone in your life?"
With a mere shake of her head, Joey glances down at her hands," No, don't exactly have time to date these days. Lately, I'm too busy studying."
(Pacey's pov)
" Wait, I'm confused. How is it you two know one another?", asks Clay while grabbing himself a beer and slice of pizza. Saw that question coming from a mile away. Judging by the curious look on Jacob's face, he's wondering the exact same thing. Joey and I grew up together. The two of us have known one another for years. Potter is literally the girl who got away from me, no thanks to Dawson. Worst part? Jo and I drifted apart our senior year. These days we usually only see one another on holidays or gatherings at Grams. Best part? Joey never took Dawson back, she refused to come between us anymore than she already had. Our friendship is gradually working itself out.
" Pacey and I grew up together in Capeside. I've known him my entire life.", admits Joey in a quiet manner. Her gaze has yet to leave mine. There's a hurt hidden in her eyes and I completely understand why. Potter never wanted to end things between us. Dawson didn't give her much of a choice in the matter though. She wasn't willing to lose him as a friend, so I was tossed aside. Part of me wonders if Joey regrets her decision as much as I do. Had she chosen to be with me, Dawson would have been furious. Over time, I'd like to think he would have gotten over things if he valued our friendship at all.
" Did the two of you ever date?", inquires Jacob much to both my and Potter's disliking. This seems to be the exact question we were both hoping to avoid. I know why he is asking too, I'm not an idiot. Jacob is into Joey, probably hoping to ask her out even. He can't exactly do so if Jo and I have a past together. Fortunately for him, our past is short lived. Joey and I were never given the chance to be happy together thanks to Leery. Something tells me the two of us would have lasted too.
" We almost did, until our friend gave her the decision of either him or me. Not wanting to come between the two of us anymore than she already had, Joey chose to walk away from both of us instead.", I confide in a near bitter manner that doesn't go unnoticed by Joey. Lowering her gaze from mine, she bites down on her bottom lip. Seems part of me is resentful of Potter's choice. While I know she made the right decision for herself, I was the one left with a broken heart. Things were never the same between the two of us. We remained friends but there was always an awkward tension. Part of me wonders if it will always be like that with Joey and I.
Turning her attention toward me, Joey brushes a strand of hair behind her ear," That's not fair Pacey, what was I supposed to do?"
Finishing the last of my beer, I open up another, " In a perfect world, you would have chose me, Jo."
" All the sudden, I'm not so hungry after all. I should probably go, exams are next week and I need to study anyway.", remarks Joey before standing from her seat. Kicking myself, I touch a hand to her arm. The last thing I want is for Jo to leave. Had I not acted like such a jerk, she wouldn't be making excuses to get as far away from me as possible. It was wrong of me to allow my emotions to get the best of me. Might actually be nice having Potter around too. Not like the two of us have hung out all too much these past few years.
" No, Potter stay. …Please?", I half beg while taking her hand in mine. Giving a light squeeze, I offer a sad smile. Last thing I want is for Jo to start avoiding me. This girl has a true knack for making herself scarce. Truth is, I want to be with Potter still. Only way that is ever going to happen is if I don't screw things up. Dawson is not standing in our way anymore, he has a girlfriend. Whether he holds a grudge if Joey and I get together now makes no difference.
" Yeah, come on. Hangout Joey, I enjoy your company.", pipes in Jacob before offering Joey another slice of pizza. With a reluctant nod of her head, Jo takes a seat beside Jacob once more. He seems to be relieved she is staying. Considering it didn't take very long for me to fall for Potter, my guess? Jacob is more then likely in the process of doing the same. It is clear that he is into Joey which is a first for him. Really hope Jo hasn't accidentally placed herself in the middle of our friendship. If he's into her, not much I can do but hope the feelings not mutual. I'm not gonna be like Dawson, I refuse to be.
" Fine, but only because you're close to the library. Any chance of you letting me spend the night with you, Witter?", ponders Joey as her attention once again lands on me. She wants to stay the night with me? This is something I did not see coming. If Potter wants to crash, I'm definitely not going to tell her no. Why would I? Hope she won't mind lying beside me in bed. I don't plan on sleeping on the couch. Wonder if I'll have the chance to hold Jo. Having her in my arms, even if for only a night is better than nothing. All that I have to do is not be a jerk. Fairly certain I am capable of doing this. Wonder if Potter has missed me at all. Lord knows I miss having her around.