Description: Joey and Pacey never got together, set after high school.

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Chapter #2

(Pacey's pov)

" Pacey that was...awkward.", confides Joey with the slightest hints of a blush. Why is she embarrassed? Potter should know that she has no reason to be. That kiss was quite possibly the best one I ever had. Joey's lips tasted like mint and strawberries, they have me all but climbing the walls wanting to kiss Potter again. Not sure if that is a possibility and I am not about to press my luck. Funny, I always wondered what it would be like to touch my lips to Joey's. Turns out it was even more incredible then I imagined it would be. Whether this ever happens again is a completely different story. It is no secret our first kiss was a slip up, why would Joey make that same mistake twice?

" Sorry about that Joey, I wasn't making a move on you. I promise.", I all but stammer in a nervous manner. Really wish that I hadn't of done that. ...Well, lets be honest that kiss was amazing. The only thing is, I don't know if Joey feels the same way. She hasn't asked me to leave and doesn't look agitated. Still, would it kill her to tell me what she is thinking? Joey hasn't said a word in a minute or so. Hope that I didn't just make things awkward between the two of us. That is the last thing that I want. Joey has a talent for avoiding people that she doesn't want to face. I don't want her to start dodging me.

" I believe you Pacey.", acknowledges Joey with a sleepy smile. Caught off guard when Joey hugs my chest gently, I let out a relieved breath when she lies her head on my chest. Great, at least now I know that she isn't upset with me. The last thing I want is to get on Joey's bad side. The two of us have grown close over the years. It is nice knowing Potter needs me. No one ever really has before, makes me want to keep her safe. Not sure what that kiss meant if anything. But I am not about to ruin whatever may or may not be happening. Joey doesn't seem to want me to leave anytime soon. That is more then fine with me, I'm not about to complain. Fine so maybe the guys were right and I am the slightest bit into Potter. They don't need to know that they're right.

" Lets get you to bed Potter.", I mutter in a gruff manner as I notice Joey's eyes fluttering between open and shut. We'll read another night, Potter looks worn out. Pulling the blankets over us, I hug Joey close. Closing my eyes, I bury my face into the crook of her neck. This girl is making it difficult for me to think straight. What lottery did I win where I'm able to have Josephine Potter in my arms? Wren and Ben really hit the nail on the head with their assumption. What the hell could have given away that I am slightly into Joey. Not once have I voiced an interest in her.

" Night Witter.", whispers Joey through closed eyes. Letting her curl up in my arms, I watch quietly as Joey falls asleep. After a while her breathing starts to slow and I know she is fast asleep. I should be asleep too but I can't stop staring at Joey or thinking about that kiss. Did it spark something for Joey too? Considering that she didn't seem the least bit upset, I am to take that as a good sign. If I could only ask Potter what that kiss meant to her my life would be a heck of a lot easier. What am I supposed to say without all but revealing that I'm interested in her?

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(Next morning, Ben's pov)

" Why does it smell like smoke?", I ask as I make my way into the living room. Making my way into the kitchen, I smirk in amusement at sight of Joey tossing water onto the frying pan. Oh good lord, this girl is at it again? What was she attempting to cook this time? I love the girl but she's not exactly a chef. Are those supposed to be pancakes? Wow are those burnt. Hope that I am not expected to eat those. They look like hockey pucks. Since when does Joey make breakfast in the first place? Isn't that usually Pacey's department? Guessing that Witter slept in and Potter got impatient. Food does sound good currently, not what Joey burnt to a crisp though.

" Ben! Hey, we're good. By the way where the hell are the spatulas?", complains Joey with a frustrated sigh. That is why those pancakes burnt? Can't really fault Joey for that, then again who pours the batter before finding a spatula? Speaking of which, how should I know where one is? Pacey is the cook of the household. If anything he would know better then I would. Maybe after I help Joey clean this mess up, Witter can make us an actual breakfast. How is he still sleeping in the first place, it is almost ten in the morning. What the hell did he do stay up all night?

" Don't look at me, Witter is the cook Jo.", I answer with a shrug of my shoulders. Tossing away the pan cakes Joey burnt, I rinse the frying pan out. Think it is safe to say Joey does not need to be near a stove anytime soon. She tried her best at least. Hell if Joey doesn't look sexy as hell with batter smeared on her cheek and forehead. Can't say that I don't see what Witter sees in Potter. That would be a bold face lie. The girl is breath taking and amazing in every possible way. A guy would have to be blind not to notice Joey from a mile away. Still don't understand why Pacey just can't admit that he has it bad for Joey. Not like Wren or I would ever tease him about it.

" Alright who let Potter in the kitchen?", taunts Wren with an amused laugh before making his way into the kitchen. He too has tasted Joey's attempts to cook. Her meals might not be the greatest but we never complain for fear of hurting her feelings. Joey tries at the very least, none of the girls I ever dated cooked for me once. Not to say that Potter and I are dating because we're not. Something tells me were I to show the slightest bit of interest in Joey, Witter would slug me in the jaw. I'm not about to step on his toes. Not when I know that he clearly has a thing for Joey. Wish he would gather up the courage to ask her out already. Tired of watching him act as though he's not over the moon for the girl.

Rolling her eyes at Wren, Joey gives him a light shove," If you want to live another day I would shut it Wren."

Smirking when Joey swats at his chest, Wren gives a playful wink," Ooh, I love when you're feisty Jo."

" What did I tell you about teasing Joey, Wren? If she clocks you, I'm not taking you to the hospital for a bloody nose.", warns Pacey finally emerging from Joey's room. What, wait? Why did Witter just come out of Joey's room? Did he spend the night in there with her? They slept together? Well, fine so I know the answer to that question since Joey's a virgin. The only reason I know this is because Witter used to tease her. He eventually stopped when she threatened to kick the crap out of him. Not that that would not have been hilarious to see. Joey looks like a tough chick, I am not about to get on her bad side that much is for sure. Truth be told, I'm a little bit scared of Potter. I have seen her chew Witter out before, it's not pretty.

" Pacey, I was trying to make you breakfast. Where the hell are the spatulas?", exclaims Joey in an irritated manner. Watching Pacey go over to the cabinet and pull out said utensil, I hold back a chuckle. Alright, either Pacey is a wizard or clearly Joey did not look good enough. It was never hidden to begin with, Jo just had no idea where to look. This girl looks as though she wants to murder somebody. Remind me to steer clear of Joey until she calms down. I'm not trying to get smacked. Face it this girl is violent when provoked. Still have no clue what if anything is going on between these two. Why was Joey trying to make breakfast for Pacey?

" While I appreciate the thought Joey, maybe I'll make us all breakfast. Go clean up.", suggests Pacey while placing a soft kiss to Joey's forehead. Whoa, weird. What was that all about? Think that it is safe to say Wren and I need to have a conversation with Witter. What the hell is going on here? Why is Joey acting all...well nice towards Witter for a change? Something definitely had to of happened between those two last night. Why else would Joey be acting weird? Usually the only thing those two ever exchange is insults. What could have possibly changed over night? Is it possible Pacey finally grew a pair and made a move on Joey? This would seriously explain a lot.

Glancing down at herself, Joey lets out a defeated huff," I give up, I'm done making romantic gestures."

Arching an eye brow in confusion, Wren pours himself a cup of coffee," Sorry, since when are you trying to woo Witter?"

" I'm not...I wasn't...shut up Wren. Ugh, just forget it. I'm going to wash up.", snaps Joey in an agitated huff. Wincing when her bedroom door slams, I give a shake of my head. Poor Joey, for whatever reason she was trying to do something nice for Pacey and it bad fired. Joey has never had the urge to cook for Witter before nor any of us for that matter. Why the sudden change in attitude? Looks like Wren and I need to have a serious talk with Pacey. Find out just what the hell is going on. For his part, Pacey looks just as baffled by Potter's outburst as we are.

(Pacey's pov)

" Nice going Wren.", I grumble with an irritated shake of my head. Thanks to this idiot Joey is upset. Last night was awkward to say the least. Apparently so was this morning. Woke up to the smell of burnt pancakes. Joey attempted to make breakfast for me. When things didn't turn out as planned Potter wasn't all too happy. Still, I don't get it. Why would Joey want to cook for me? She never has before. What is so different about this morning? These two morons are looking like they want answers. Not sure what they are glaring at me for. I didn't do anything wrong. I have no clue why she's angry with me.

" We need to talk Witter, whats going on between Joey and you?", questions Wren while folding his arms across his chest. What is he even talking about? There is nothing going on with Joey and I. Why would there be? Sure, we may have accidentally kissed last night, those two idiots don't know this. I'm not about to go bringing it up either. Why should it matter even if there were something going on between Potter and I? Not seeing how that is any of their business. Last nights kiss was a glitch, it wasn't meant to happen. Joey has probably put it out of her mind by now.

" Nothing. Potter and I are only friends, you should know this by now.", I remind with a roll of my eyes. Are these two seriously going to interrogate me right now? What are they gonna do if I don't answer their questions? Not sure what they are hoping to find out. There is honestly nothing to tell. Really all I want to do is go see if Joey is alright. Whether this is what she wants is beyond me though. The last thing I want is for Joey to be ticked off at me. Especially considering I have no idea what it is that I did wrong. One way or another I am going to figure out what is the matter with Jo.

" Did you or did you not kiss Joey last night?", wonders Ben with an eye brow raised and awaiting my response. Well...fuck. What am I even supposed to say? Not like I could lie to them. What if Joey were to say something to them? That kiss wasn't even supposed to happen. I never expected Joey to peck my cheek. How is it my fault she caught me off guard? Funny thing is, after our brief kiss Jo didn't seem angry or disgusted. She sort of just told me it was alright. Next thing I knew she was curled up in my arms fast asleep. I spent most the night just watching Potter sleep. It wasn't until nearly three in the morning I finally dozed off.

" That kiss wasn't supposed to happen, Joey caught me off guard when she pecked my cheek.", I answer in a defensive manner. Not sure why I should have to explain myself to either of them. They do not speak for Joey, she is her own person. If they have an issue...well, I could care less. I'm not going to sit here and allow these two to hurl questions my way. They don't need to know what is going on between Joey and I. It is none of their business, not that there is anything to tell. Wish I could go after Joey. It is not a smart idea though. Last thing I need is to end up slapped.

Leaning forward in his seat, Wren sets his glass of orange juice down," Whoa, you and Joey kissed? Does that mean you finally told her how you feel?"

Not really wanting to answer, I let out a frustrated breath," Can't say that I know what you are talking about Wren. I'm sure Jo hasn't given our brief kiss another thought. Why would she?"

" Why would she want to make you breakfast then? I think it meant more to her then you think Witter.", remarks Ben while making himself a sandwich. This is something I have no argument against either. Joey has lived here for a while now and not once has she ever wanted to cook for me. Why the sudden change now? Could Ben really be onto something? Talking to Joey about things clearly isn't an option currently, the girl stormed off to the bathroom to wash up. Maybe I should give her some time to calm down before I attempt having a conversation with her about our kiss and everything else. Really hope that this isn't going to make things awkward between the two of us. I like having Potter around, it is nice knowing that someone needs me and she seems to for whatever reason.

" Ben, I think you're reading too much into things. There is no way Potter is into me.", I brush off with a roll of my eyes. In the back of my mind even I don't believe a word I just said though. To be honest I am sort of hoping that he could be right. While I am not going to hold my breath on this, it would be nice to start something with Joey. Obviously by now it is no secret to anyone besides Potter herself that I am into her. What if she picked up on that last night though and it forced her to see me in a different light? Guess I am never going to know until I work up the nerve to talk with her about things. …