Disclaimer: Based on real events, but some things are made up to help the story. Slight AU. Goes in a different direction.

Chapter 29 - February 26th, 2017

"We're making memories we can live for, making every night a night to remember. Take it to the future we'll be looking back saying that these are the best days of our lives." - Excerpt from Snapshots, Megan Nicole

"CYRUS, OPEN UP!"

Noah looked up and walked towards the door. She opened it and smiled at Demi. "Miley told me you would do things like this."

Surprise flickered across the 'Confident' singer's face before Demi quickly schooled her face into a cool expression. A polite and friendly smile relaxed on Demi's face, and Noah stepped to the side to let Demi in. Demi waltzed in, and Noah closed the door. "Speaking of the devil," Demi said conversationally, "where is she?" She raised a brow. "Not with Nick, right?"

"No," Noah denied. "Miley is with Liam. They're riding bikes or something." She shot a sharp look at Demi. "And don't call my sister a devil."

Demi shuddered. "God, you look like Miley when you do that—it's scary."

Noah grinned. Demi sure was easy to hang out with. She could tell why Demi and Miley were such great friends. Both girls had a natural charisma that made them seem so vibrant and vivacious. "Thanks, I'll take that as a compliment, I think," Noah said with a small smile. She tucked some stray locks of hair behind an ear and looked at Demi. "So what brings you here anyway?"

"I wanted to grill Miley on what happened yesterday because you two only stayed at my house for like five minutes before you had to go because Liam supposedly called Miley," Demi said, her head tilted.

"You don't believe Miley?" Noah inquired.

"No, it just seems... Miley was relieved." Demi nudged Noah in the ribs. "So... can you tell me anything?"

Noah laughed, feeling bitterness rise in her throat. "I, um, might've walked into something." Demi's eyes bulged. "Miley and I—we sang 7 Things together while Nick played the guitar once we arrived at a studio. Then, I went to get some water... and when I came back..." Demi's eyes were wide with anticipation. Noah shook her head. "It looked like they were about to kiss or something..."

Demi smacked Noah in the arm. "Noah!"

"What?" Noah said defensively. "It wasn't my fault..."

"No, not that," Demi said, groaning. "But I just... This is getting so complicated..." Demi frowned, gaze thoughtful as if she was contemplating her words. "Miley won't thank me for saying this—so I'm partially glad you're here because I'm not even sure if Miley would be telling me that—but I think that... that she belongs with Nick... You've seen it, too, haven't you?"

Noah nodded. She thought she knew what the older girl meant. The certain electricity in the room. Noah had felt the sparks between her sister and the Jonas brother, hence the reason why she had dropped her glass of water. She knew that Nick had mixed feelings about the whole thing but was sure of his feelings towards Miley... As for Miley, Noah's sister was confused.

Hence why Miley was acting as if life was great, as if she had no problems whatsoever. But Noah supposed Miley pretended a lot.

"Miley loves Liam," Noah said, feeling the need to defend her sister.

Demi nodded. "No doubt about that. She would die if they were both falling off cliffs, and she could only save one."

Noah laughed. "What's the chance that's going to happen?"

"I don't know," Demi laughed. "But it's the same concept. Like between Scylla and Charybdis and that thing." Demi tilted her head thoughtfully. "When Miley finally decides, I swear the news is going to explode. Everyone's going to be talking about it—and if she chooses Nick..." Demi laughed softly, a rueful expression on her face. "That would be something to remember." Demi turned to Noah. "Do you like Liam?"

"He's a good guy," Noah mumbled.

"You're not answering the question," Demi reminded her gently.

"I know," Noah muttered. "I just... I don't really know him, I guess. He's a good guy. He jokes a lot, and he makes Miley happy. And the way he watches Miley..." A slight smile shifted onto Noah's lips. "He looks at her like she's the only one..." She shrugged. "It's the same way Nick looks at her. And I can see the way Miley acts around Liam. Her eyes light up, like the way they do when she's happy. But that happens around Nick, too, so I don't know."

"This is quite the dilemma," Demi muttered softly.

"No kidding," Noah said in a low voice. Then, Noah smiled. "We saw you at the cafe... But when we came back, you were gone. Only Nick was there."

Demi blushed, much to Noah's surprise and utter delight. "Yeah..." Demi murmured softly, a soft smile on her lips. "I was kind of with Joe... Joe Jonas." Noah's eyes widened. She remembered Miley talking about this a bit, but she hadn't thought that it was true... Now, Noah had no doubts. "We're... sort of maybe dating," Demi said with a smile. Noah stared in amazement. She had never seen Demi so flustered and happy.

"But... no one knows yet?" Noah said softly.

Demi grinned. "I... I have an interview today, actually. With Joe. We're planning on dropping the bomb then..."

Noah reached out and hugged Demi, shocking both of them with her actions. But Demi hugged her back, much to Noah's delight. "That's amazing, Demi!" It was surprising how natural and comfortable Noah felt with Demi. Demi wasn't a faker. She was real and honest, much like Miley. Noah liked people like that, genuinely decent people. The world seemed to be lacking in that category.

"Thanks, Cyrus," Demi said with a small smirk. "You're exactly like your sister."

Noah smiled sheepishly. "I hope that's a good thing?"

"It's a great thing," Demi said warmly. "So, Noah, tell me something you've never told anyone."

"Well, there was this one time when—wait, you can't tell, Miley, okay? But once, I was on her three wheeler..." Noah said with a small smile. Demi gasped in anticipation. "And I might've crashed it." Demi's shocked expression transformed into disbelief. "And I put it back in her garage and got away with it! And she never found out... She got it fixed, but she never suspected me."

"Oh my God!" Demi gaped.

"I know, right?"

"Tell me another!" Demi pleaded.

Noah felt a smile creep across her face. "Well, there was this other time..."

Still In Love Somehow

"Radio, let me show you Lovato."

The door swung open, and Joe grinned, happy to see Demi. He had called Nick earlier, and Nick had called Demi and let Joe know where his girlfriend was. And boy was it worth the half hour hassle. Demi was bright and beautiful, and a brilliant smile was lighting up her face. "Joe!" she squealed, stepping forward and embracing him. He closed his eyes as his arms curled perfectly around her waist.

He scooped her up in his arms, and she demanded he put her down. But he swung her around in a circle before kissing her. He felt like a teenager again. The feeling and rush was amazing. There was a discreet cough, and Joe put Demi down. He saw... a miniature version of Miley. He turned to Demi, who shot him one of those looks that said that she thought he was being stupid. It clicked. "You're Noah," Joe murmured softly. "You're Miley's sister." Awe traced his voice.

Noah smiled. "I am. And you're Nick's brother," she teased.

Joe grinned. "That I am. You guys weren't doing something, right? I could come back a different time..."

"No, it's fine," Noah said quickly. "I wanted to explore Miley's house anyway... And my sister should be home soon anyway."

Joe smiled and bumped fists with Noah as a thank-you. Then, he took Demi by the hand. They headed out the door after Demi hugged Noah good-bye. As they walked towards his car, Demi inquired, "So, what're we doing?" He grinned wickedly but said nothing. Demi punched his arm. "Tell me, Joe!" He shook his head resolutely. "Joey," she whined. "Please? Pretty please?"

He grinned. "Nice try. That didn't work years ago. What makes you think it's going to work right now?"

Demi pouted. "I was hoping you'd be nice."

"I suppose that was a pretty bad move, right?" he said with a smirk. They arrived at the car. Demi crossed her arms, refusing to get in. "Come on, Dem," he begged. "You're making me look kind of stupid." She raised a brow. Joe pulled her close to him, meeting her eyes. The anger in her eyes softened, and he smiled at her, knowing he had danced with danger and won. "Are you mad?"

Demi shook her head, smiling. "No, not mad. You're just you. Come on."

Joe smiled, relieved. They hopped in the car, and Joe began driving. He put in a random CD in the CD player and let it play. It song was I Can Do Better by Avril Lavigne. Joe was surprised but not displeased. He hadn't heard this song in a while. Then, looking at the weird look at Demi's face, he quickly said, "This song doesn't have anything to do with our relationship."

Demi grinned. "I know," she said simply before leaning forward to kiss his cheek.

He continued driving until they arrived at a small secluded field. He took her hand and led her through the field and through a tangle of vines. Water was heard trickling, but Joe kept his eyes on Demi. Her mouth fell open, and he smiled. He squeezed her hand and turned towards their surroundings. The vivid green world around them seemed so utterly ethereal. A small waterfall flowed, the clear water cascading gracefully. Butterflies danced across the field, and flowers of all the colors swirled all around.

The blue sky was framed out overhead, and the trees provided plenty of shade. The sun's light danced in certain patches, making the grass there glitter and glow. Squirrels curled around in the trees, and the starlings and magpies squawked and chattered. The wind wove through the trees, making the leaves rustle in a sort of music. That, along with the trickling water, created a beautiful melody.

Demi gaped. "This place is gorgeous, Joe," she breathed, stepping towards the waterfall. "This is incredible."

Joe smiled. "I got lost once... and I ended up here—and it made me think of you..."

Demi smiled as she turned to him. She pressed her lips against his cheek, her gaze haunting and magnetizing. She smiled and ran her fingers through the waterfall, letting the tendrils of water curl over her fingers. She shivered but didn't recoiled. She smiled and gestured for him to join her. He eagerly complied, running his fingers through the water like she was doing.

She intertwined their fingers in the water, and though the water was chilling, the warmth of her hand remained. The water was a shock to his system, but it made him feel more alive than ever. No, it wasn't the water. It was Demi. It was because of her. He tilted his head towards her, smiling at her. She pulled their hands out of the water and wrapped his wet hand in her other hand, the dry one.

She shivered as his icy fingers penetrated her warm fingers, but a happy smile glowed on her face. "I wish this could be forever," she admitted.

"I wish that, too," he breathed, "more than anything."

She twisted her head towards him to kiss him. He smiled against her lips. She smiled. "That's a good thing we're forever, right?" he murmured.

Her eyes glowed. "Forever," she echoed, smiling.

Still In Love Somehow

"We have to go back sooner or later."

"I pick later," Demi argued.

"We can't," Joe murmured. "We have an interview."

Demi smiled wistfully. "Then let me have this moment." He smiled, and she buried her face into his powerful chest. She closed her eyes, relaxing herself. And then, regretfully, she had to come back to the world, also known as the cruel thing called reality. She looked up at Joe fleetingly, and he captured her gaze, captured her heart. She smiled. "Alright—but you have to promise to bring me back here."

Joe chuckled. "I knew there would be something else. You wouldn't agree just like that." He snapped his fingers at the last word.

Demi grinned. "Sorry."

"No need to apologize. You've made me the happiest man for the past few hours."

"Man?" Demi echoed. "Yeah right." She shoved him playfully. "More like boy."

Joe pouted. "You're mean." He smiled. "Alright. Let's go."

Hand in hand, they headed back through the meadow and to his car. They remained silent through the car ride, enjoying the playful breeze and the tranquility of the radio. She rested her chin lazily in the palm of her hand, a lazy smile floating onto her lips. She reached forward and took Joe's hand, interlacing their fingers. A smile crept across his face, and he drove with one hand.

They arrived at some lot number, and Demi smiled. Time to make it official. She decided to send a text to Miley, who was one of the selected few that knew about her and Joe: interview. That was all she had to write because Miley replied with a yay! ;)

Demi turned to Joe, feeling nervous. "You ready?" she asked him, even though really, she knew he was. She was sure this was what she wanted... But this was a big thing. She had every right to be nervous. But it was the nervous sort of anticipation. Joe nodded at her, slipped his fingers through hers, and they walked in the room. The interviewer was sitting in a couch, fake smile on.

"Demi! Joe!"

Demi cringed. Why were all the interviewers she met with like this? They were all 'fake smiles' and 'overly-cheerful voice' and the whole shebang. But Demi was used to it. She smiled, waved, and stepped forward. She and Joe took a seat on the couch. With the camera on them, Demi flashed it a winning smile. "Hello"—Demi stole a peek at the interview's name tag—"Lissa."

"So," Lissa said brightly, "there has been a lot of speculation. People are very interested in you guys not just because of how hot you guys are or how talented you guys are but because of your closeness—your familiarity, if you will—with Miley Cyrus and Nick Jonas." Lissa schooled her face into a thoughtful expression. "Demi, you're Miley's best friend, yes?"

"Yes," Demi said automatically. "We're great friends. We're always there for each other, we hang out all the time."

"And Joe," Lissa said, turning to the DNCE singer. "You're Nick's brother."

"Yes," Joe chuckled. "That seems about right."

"But the paparazzi caught you guys... So can you tell us anything about this?" Lissa said. She pointed at the TV screen beside them. There was a picture of Joe and Demi. Several more pictures flashed after that one. The first was a picture of them holding hands. The second was a picture of Joe kissing Demi on the cheek. The third was of them hugging. "So, are the rumors trumors?" Lissa inquired excitedly.

Demi smiled and laced her fingers with Joe. He squeezed back comfortingly. "Yes," Demi said with a smile. "We are together."

Lissa squealed. "You hear that, everyone? Jemi is official!"

The rest of the interview was a blur. All Demi could remember was the feel of Joe's hand reassuring her throughout the whole thing. The only thing that got her attention was when Lissa said, "The return of Jemi is bound to spark more hope to fuel the fire for Niley." Demi had been startled, but the more she thought about it, the more it made sense. But as soon as the interview started, it was over, and they were back in Joe's car.

"Hey, Joe," Demi called as she strapped in her seat belt, "can we stop by Miley's? I want to see if she's there... And I want to see Noah, too."

Joe smiled. "Sure."

They got to Miley's place fairly quickly. Demi pulled out her key and jammed it in the keyhole. She stormed in and nearly ran into a baseball bat. Demi shrieked, stepping back and crashing into Joe. She stumbled but regained her balance. "Oh my God!" Noah cried out, her fingers still tightly wrapped around the bat. She dropped the bat. "I thought you were a murderer or something!"

Demi blushed. "Hi, Noah."

"Definitely Miley's sister," Joe joked.

Demi nudged him the ribs. Then, she turned to Noah. "Is your sister around?"

"Uh, no," Noah said, frowning slightly.

"Well, can I use your bathroom?" Demi inquired. Noah nodded, and Demi dashed out of the room. She quickly used the bathroom and washed her hands. Then, she hurried out of the bathroom, crashing in a dead end here and there. But she finally made it out and back into the room. She saw Miley kissing Liam gently on the cheek before Liam wandered off somewhere. Joe turned to Miley, nudging her in the ribs.

"So," Joe said conversationally, "you know your sweet three wheeler?"

Miley nodded, smiling. "Yeah?"

"I heard a rumor that it was damaged or something," Joe said coolly. Miley raised a brow. "Well, a little birdie told me that someone by the name of 'Noah Cyrus' wrecked it—"

"NOAH! I'M GOING TO KILL YOU!"

Demi chuckled as she watched Miley chase after a terrified looking Noah. Demi waltzed in the room. "I can't believe you did that to Noah!"

Joe chuckled. "Well, she's in some serious trouble, isn't she?"

"Yes. Yes, she is. But I hope Miley doesn't rip her apart too much. Noah still has a concert to do."

QotD: What is something you like/think is okay that all your other friends hate?

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A/N: Hey, it's Darky! Well, there you have it: Jemi! Haha, I had a lot of fun writing this chapter. I wanted to create a romantic Jemi moment, and I think I did okay... But I did like the ending I wrote. Miley's not literally going to kill Noah. Haha, but you get the gist, right? Woo! 29th chapter! Wow, I can't believe it's already the 29th chappie... And we got our first Noah POV. Plus a Joe POV and Demi POV. X-)

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