Description: My version of how Joey and Pacey got together set before season three.
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Disclaimer: I do not own the character's or show, just the original story line.
Crazy Love
Chapter #10
(Bessie's pov)
" Pacey Witter, what brings you around these parts?", I ponder when I catch him standing outside the front door to the B&B. Did not expect to see his face around here anytime soon. Joey told me about their breakup, the details were not pretty. For a while, I was a bit disappointed in Pacey to say the least. I remember when he once promised me that he would never dream of hurting my little sister. After their parting ways though? Joey spent an entire week upset and at times crying her eyes out. I could not get the whole story from Joey so I eventually had to snoop and ask Jen and the others.
" Well, I was sort of hoping to speak with Joey?", admits Pacey much to my surprise. Oh, he comes over now? Man, this boy just has the absolute worst timing in the world. Afraid that you are too late Witter. Joey has already left for Worthington. She decided to say all her goodbyes and catch a bus down there today instead of waiting until tomorrow. I tried to convince her otherwise but she just did not want to be in Capeside another second. Considering the hell Pacey put her poor heart through? Guess that I honestly could not blame her. Sorry, but it looks as though you missed your chance.
" I'm afraid that's not possible. Sorry Pace, she left for Worthington about an hour or so ago.", I inform much to Pacey's disappointment. The look on his face right now is one of heart break. Poor guy, if I didn't know he was the one responsible for shattering Joey so completely, I would feel bad for him. What did he expect though? Pacey made it clear that he no longer wanted to be with Joey. If that was never the case then he should have been a bit more careful with his words. It is a real shame because I really thought that those two would somehow manage to work out their problems but I guess that just is not the case.
" Well, do you think if you send her a care package that maybe you could give this to her? It's just...I need her to read this. Please Bess?", pleads Pacey while handing me an envelope with what I am to assume has a letter written in it for Joey. Is he kidding me right now? He wrote her a letter? Why should I give this to Joey? Hasn't he hurt my sister enough? One look at Pacey and I know that he only came here to make things right. How can I ever fault him for wanting to do this? While he might have made a stupid choice, I know that Pacey regrets it and wants to do the right thing. Guess I can't fault him for being an idiot.
"...Sure Pacey, I will see what I can do.", I assure him with a sympathetic smile. Pacey is a good kid, in my heart I know that he never meant to hurt Joey the way that he did. There was something going on with him that he never bothered to share with Joey. Whatever it was, it ate at him until he snapped. Did my sister deserve her heart handed back to her in pieces? No. Do I think that Pacey would take back the anger filled words he spat at Joey that night if he could? Without a doubt. It was never his intention to hurt Joey, these things just happen sometimes and it is really unfortunate. Anyone with eyes could see how much those two loved one another.
(two and a half years later; Pacey's pov)
" You coming out with us tonight Ben?", I question while grabbing my coat and searching for my keys. Not even sure why I bothered asking. I already know the answer to that question. Ben never comes out with Jack or I anymore. Why would he? The guy has slowly become a hermit. You would think he would want to go out and meet a girl but that just is not the case at all. Really do not know what his problem is these days. All he does is go to classes, work, study and pine over some mystery girl that doesn't even know how bad he has it for her. It is sort of sad come to think of it.
" Come on Pacey, you and I both already know the answer to that.", pipes in Jack as he walks up behind me. Of course I know the answer, doesn't mean I won't try to sway Ben otherwise. The guy needs to have fun once in a while. He can't stay in all the time, it's not healthy. I am actually starting to worry about Ben. All this time he wastes day dreaming about some girl who obviously only sees him as a friend. When is he going to take the hint and start pursuing girls that are actually available? Ben is a handsome guy, he could find a girl if he wanted to. For whatever reason he simply chooses not to.
" Funny, for your information I have someone coming over tonight. ...It's actually a girl.", acknowledges Ben before walking into the kitchen and rummaging through the fridge. Is he serious? Ben has a girl coming over? That sly dog, he was anticipating on Jack and I both going out tonight so he could have the place all to himself. Good for him, it is about time that he got laid. Wonder who the chick is? From the best of my knowledge Ben has never mentioned meeting anyone. Maybe he just didn't want Jack or I prying him for details. Huh, he actually looks a little nervous. Guess Ben is really into this girl, good for him.
" Oh, is that why you encouraged Jack and I to go out tonight? You finally going to hook up man?", I tease with a playful shove to his shoulder. The look of agitation in Ben's eyes tells me to tread lightly. He needs to relax. Ben should know by now that I am only messing with him. I think that it is great he has a girl coming over. He needs one of those in his life again, that last one really tore out his heart. Poor guy never has gotten over Emily dumping him for someone else. That has to hurt like hell. If it were me, I would probably lock myself up inside too.
Rolling his eyes at me, Ben picks out ingredients to make spaghetti and meatballs," It's not like that with this girl. Besides, she has a boyfriend...or well had one anyway. They broke up. She called asking to hangout."
Grabbing himself a beer, Jack takes a few sips from it," Is this the same girl you're practically in love with but she has no clue?"
" Shut up Jack...I'm not in love with her, we're only friends.", remarks Ben before cracking an egg and mixing it into some ground beef. Oh please, you are not fooling anyone Ben. Jack and I are not idiots. We see the way you talk about this girl. Hell, your eyes light up when she calls or texts you. Sorry Ben, but you are most definitely head over heels for this girl. For Christ sake you are cooking a meal for her. You never cook man. Really hope tonight works out in your favor Ben, you deserve a little bit of happiness man. As for Jack and I, maybe we'll both be fortunate enough not to leave the bar alone tonight.
" You keep telling yourself that Ben. Don't worry Jack and I will be out of your hair all night. ...But not before your mystery girl arrives apparently, sorry man.", I mutter as a knock sounds at the front door. Dropping the meatball he had been rolling, Ben glances down at his watch. Guess he had not been expecting this girl so soon. At least Jack and I will get to meet her briefly. Whoever she is, I'll bet this girl is a knock out. Emily sure was, then again no girl could ever hold a candle to a miss Josephine Potter. I was lucky enough to call her mine once. Then I was also stupid enough to let her go. Believe me, I have been regretting that mistake ever since I made it. Not much that I can do about it these days though. Last I heard she was seeing some senior at Worthington.
" Crap, I didn't think she would be this early. Could one of you get the door? Jack, make sure Pacey doesn't hit on this girl?", adds Ben as an after thought. That is a little hurtful. Why would I ever do such a thing like that? Ben should know I would never actively go after someone that he was interested it. We have known one another for two years now, he's basically another brother to me like Jack and Dawson. This said, that is not to say I won't totally check this chick out. Looking has never harmed anyone though, has it? Whoever this girl is, she should consider herself fortunate. On the rare occasions that Ben does cook? His meals are pretty amazing.
"On it Ben, don't worry. ...Well, hello there …Potter? Hey! This is a nice surprise, what brings you to this neck of the woods?", I hear Jack greet rather enthusiastically. Did I just hear him right? Did he say Potter? Walking up behind Jack, my breath catches in my throat at sight of none other then miss Josephine Potter herself. Color me confused. Just what in the hell brings her here? How does Joey know where Jack and I live? Jen must have told her! Wonder what brings her by. More importantly, I am to assume Jen neglected to inform Joey that I was Jack's roommate. Sure would explain the look of shock that has presently taken over her features. Damn, she sure is a sight for sore eyes. Jo does not look all too thrilled to see me.
Shaking her head in confusion, Joey glances down at a piece of paper in her hands," Hey Jack...Pacey. Funny enough, I am actually not here to see either of you. I'm looking for my friend Ben. Guess I must have wrote his address down wrong."
Washing his hands off, Ben makes his way into the living room from the kitchen," Nope, you got it right Jo. Say, how do you know my idiot friends?"
" Actually, we all went to high school together. Joey and Pacey grew up together. They actually used to...oww! Hey what was that for Jo?", inquires Jack after Joey whacks him up side the head. Huh, guess she isn't exactly up for a trip down memory lane. This is the first time I have seen Potter in...well, a long time. She spends the holidays avoiding me and makes sure to leave before I arrive at group gatherings. To say Joey hates me would be to put things lightly. The girl just wants absolutely nothing to do with me. Can't really say that I blame her. I was the guy dumb enough to break her heart in front of everyone at the senior prom after all. Guess old wounds never fully heal.
" I would rather not reminisce about the past if that's alright Jack.", advises Joey before biting down on her bottom lip. I watch as she brushes a stray strand of hair behind her ear. There was a time where seeing Jo do that would drive me crazy with lust. Sadly some things will never change. There is so much I need to say to her but I know she won't listen. Why the hell should Potter? I am the moron who shattered her heart. For what exactly? Because I was terrified of what the future held for us? This was no reason to toss Jo aside the way I did.
" It is nice to see you too Joey.", I tease in a gruff manner. This earns me a scowl from Joey. Yeah, she still hates my guts. Glad I was able to clear that mystery up. For a second I thought maybe there was a chance Jo might have hated me just a teensybit less. This is obviously not the case. Figures little miss Josephine Potter would be the girl Ben is hung up on. Why wouldn't she be? Part of me wants to kick the crap out of him right now. Then again, how is he to know that Jo was once my everything? It is not as though I ever once mentioned her to him. To be fair, I never thought their paths would ever cross. Look who was once again wrong?
" Go to hell Pacey Witter.", mutters Joey with a growing frown. That was a little uncalled for. Fine, so I am not exactly someone she wants to see, I get this. Does that mean Jo has to be so uncivil towards me? I was actually making an attempt to play nice. Apparently that is not possible with her. Ben looks more confused then ever, wonder if he realizes that Jo and I once dated? Shouldn't be too hard for him to figure out considering Joey all but despises me and all. Hey, what do you know? It is almost just like old times come to think of it. …