XIII

~ I was a bit disappointed to see Havoc still at the bar. Regardless, I walked up and ordered a drink.

"So, what happened to your date?" He was slightly slurring his words. Was he drunk? I analyzed his face. It was a good rosy color. Well, I be damn...Havoc was actually drunk. I wonder how many drinks it took to actually get him here. Wonder if the bartender would find it weird if I asked him?

"Did you only come here to drink?" I ignored his question.

"HA! What else am I supposed to do?" He took a big gulp from his beer mug and slammed it back down on the counter, causing some of his drink to spill on the bar. "Whoops!" At least he was finally smiling. Drunk or not.

"Jeez. Am I this bad when I'm drunk?" I grabbed a napkin and lifted his drink to place the napkin under it to clean up his mess.

"You're much worse!" I rolled my eyes at his statement. "Whenever you get drunk...you always go find some guy to flirt with. It's very annoying." Speaking of annoying!

"You're one to talk! You don't even need to get drunk before you go off picking up girls." The bartender placed my drink in front of me, and I finished it off in one take. The bartender didn't even wait to ask, he turned back around to make me another one. I looked over my shoulder to see a couple coming inside from the terrace.

When the bartender set down my second drink, I picked it right back up and walked outside. I figured the cold air would do me some good. I walked over to the edge and set my drink on the railing. The cold did feel good. I let my thoughts loose on what Earl had said before he left. Beg me to stay, huh? It seemed a bit ridiculous to me. It's not like we were ever going out, or that we were even close. Sure, I liked him...but to say he would beg me to stay.

I took a good swig from my drink and set it back down. Maybe I should head home. No point in staying here just to mope, like Havoc. I'll just go say bye to Jessica and-Crap! Earl was supposed to be my ride home. Now what? The Banquet Hall was quite away from Mustang's. Definitely not a quick walking distance. I guess I could ask Havoc...but he's drunk. Maybe I could drive him home and take the car. Then I could deliver it back to him tomorrow.

"Watcha doin' out here?" Havoc was now leaning on the railing next to me. Ugh! He needs to find a corner and pass out.

"Just thinking."

"About what?" I looked at him with my eyes. Of all the times for him to annoy me, now was not the best. I turned my body, facing him fully. He did the same, still having one hand on the railing for support. I don't think I've ever seen him this drunk before. This break up really did one on him.

"Listen Havoc, would it be okay if I drove you home and take the car with me to Mustang's? I'll drop it off tomorrow. Earl left early and you're too drunk to drive anywa-" I was cut off by Havoc's sudden lips on mine. I was in complete shock. A blazing bonfire and a walk down a creek bank from so long ago passed through my mind before I slipped back into this moment. I was just staring blankly at Havoc's blurred out face, my mind swimming with nothing. He slowly pulled away, his face still only inches from mine. It was filled with lust. While all I could do was continue to stare in disbelief. What just happened?

"I told you, not to say his name." I swear my heart almost stopped. He started to lean back in. It made me panic and I came to my sense quickly as I eyed the door where the people inside were. I suddenly felt very self-conscious, thinking that anyone could see us. Havoc stopped, seeing me eye the people. He stood straight up, bringing my attention back to him. His gaze had nothing but determination all over it. He roughly grabbed my wrist and started to guide me back towards the door to the building. Where was he taking me? My mind was still swimming, with some thoughts slowly starting to form. Instead of going through the door, Havoc guided me a bit off course, and swung me in front of him, pinning my back to the buildings outside wall. We were now hidden from any prying eyes from inside.

"Um..." He had my one hand pinned by my head as he continued to stare at me with that gaze. My heart was going to explode from how fast it was pumping. I was starting to feel dizzy when Havoc leaned back in for a second kiss. I closed my eyes this time, unknowingly kissing him back. All my thoughts were being jumbled into one as the kiss grew in passion. A few moans even slipped from my mouth. Havoc let go of my one hand he had pinned and pulled me in closer to him. I used my freedom and brought both my hands to Havoc's face, also pulling him closer, if it was possible. I always fantasied that Havoc was a good kisser. It was good to know that my fantasies were true. We were in full make out session when Havoc finally pulled back, letting us take in a few breaths. The outside air didn't feel cold anymore. Our eyes were still on each other.

"Come home with me." His voice was soft, and so breathy. Come home...with Havoc? What does that mean exactly? Does he...want...

"Oh.." The close voice had us both tense up. Havoc only turned his head, keeping his hands on my as he addressed the stranger. "I see it's that time of the night." I blushed as I starred at Havoc's chest, not wanting to see who had caught us.

"Can I help you?" Havoc was still slurring his words, sounding annoyed by the man's disturbance.

"No, sorry, carry on." The man chuckled as he went back inside. With this break, my mind was slowly starting to form back from the mush it was. I could feel my heart sink when I realized what was going on. What was I doing? I came here with a different man, and now I'm making out with another? Plus, Havoc just got dumped today. Why was he doing this? Did he just need someone to bang to get Emily out of his system? I was starting to feel sick to my stomach. Havoc obviously wasn't reading the situation anymore as he turned back to me and leaned in for another kiss. I brought my hand up to his mouth to stop him. He looked puzzled now.

"What's wrong?" His voice was back to quiet, but no longer soft.

"What are we doing?" I tried to stop my voice from shaking.

"What do you mean?"

"I mean...what are we doing? I came here with Earl, and now I'm..." I didn't know how to finish the sentence. "And you just broke up with Emily." My body started to shake from anger. "Was I just supposed to be some kind of one night stand?" I finally brought my angry gaze to Havoc. He seemed shocked by my response.

"Excuse me?" Now his eyes lowered with anger.

"I hate to burst your bubble, but we work together Havoc. If you need some 'hump and dump', then go find someone who you won't see the next day. Plus...what would Mustang say if he found out?" I was borderline yelling at him now. His expression didn't change, but I could tell he was debating what he was going to say. Several moments passed before Havoc took a step back. I just stared straight in front of me, not being able to look him in the eye anymore.

"Is that...what you really think I was..." He cut himself off. I saw his hands were in a tight fist, shaking, just like mine. He didn't say another word. He only turned around and walked back inside, leaving me, by myself. I stood there in shock.

How did this happen? The night started so happy. How did it get like this? I looked up at the starless sky, trying to hold back the tears that were trying to escape. A few people walked outside, not noticing me in the slightest. I just want to go home. Damn it! I wanted to punch something when I once again realized my ride home left, again. Maybe Jessica would be able to take me home? I really don't want to explain my current condition, or ruin her night, but I don't know what else to do. I really don't want to walk home. I went back in, trying to hide my face as best I could.

"Hey, you!" I looked to the bar to see the bartender waving me down. I did my best to wipe away my tears before walking over. "You're friend wanted me to tell you that she left for the evening, and that she'll see you when you get to Central." The bartender spoke to me for the first time this evening. He had a very monotone voice.

"What?"

"She came out here looking for you. When I told her you were outside with your other friend, she just gave me the message for you." Well, there went my last chance for a ride home.

"Thank you." I thanked him quietly and gave him a very bland smile before walking away and out the front doors. I might as well start my journey. God, or whoever, only knows how far Mustang's is from here. I carefully made my way down the stone steps and prayed my feet could handle this walk.

END OF CHAPTER 13!

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