Candle (Sick and Tired)

~THE WHITE TIE AFFAIR~

"Hey Star, you awake?" Tom's deep voice called through the dark haze I was in.

Groggily I sat up. "What's wrong?" I mumbled.

"Nothing, sorry for waking you," Tom's soft whisper rang through the darkness. "I just heard the news. God, I'm going to be an uncle!"

All of a sudden he was right there, a smile ruling out all his other features. "As long as you don't spoil the baby too much." I teased him.

"Aww come on," he groaned, "what's the fun of that then?"

"I'm not to sure," I giggled. "But we can't have a spoiled little brat all of our lives. Bill and I are the ones who have to live with the kid."

"True," Tom nodded.

"But don't think even for a second that you'll be getting out of babysitting," poking him in the ribs I laughed. "Bill won't be able to handle the kid all the times I'm busy."

"Fine," he rolled his chocolate eyes. "I guess I can deal with that."

"Good boy," I patted his head goofily. All of a sudden I clutched my stomach. "Tom, will you please go get some of those pills the doctor sent for my sickness."

Worry captured his face as he sat straight up, "of course!" With that he disappeared. After a few long minutes he was standing before me with a glass of water and the medication. "Here you are."

"Thanks Tomi," I made a face. Medicine is so overrated. Quickly, I swallowed the pills and lay back in the pillows. "Doesn't your show start soon?"

The dreads bobbed as Tom nodded. "Bill asked me to come check on you while he got ready. I assume he'll be here shortly to check on you himself." My best friend lay down beside me. It was like old times.

I let myself listen to the steady beating of his heart. "Tomi?" I moaned as my stomach rolled yet again.

"Yes Star?" He murmured, rubbing soothing circles on my stomach.

"I'm getting really tired of being sick and tired." I whispered. "But you can't tell Bill because I don't want him worrying."

"I promise I won't say anything." he vowed, crossing over his heart with his hands.

"Pinky promise?" I looked at him from under my thick lashes.

"Pinky promise," we hooked little fingers with smiles.

Just then Bill walked in, "What's going on here?" His smile was radiating.

"Tom got me a drink to quench the thirst. Can't I come watch you guys?" I begged my fiancé.

He deliberated it thoughtfully. "How about not tonight but our next show?" I raised my eyebrows. He strode over to me and lay on my other side, "I love you to much to allow you too strain yourself so much."

"Aww Billa," I crooned, cradling his face in my hands. "You're too sweet."

"I know," He kissed me lightly.

"God you two can never keep your hands off of each other!" Tom closed his eyes. "It's revolting!"

"Aww is ickle Tomi jealous?" I cooed.

"Maybe," he smirked. "That is why I'm gonna leave you two alone for a little while."

I rolled my eyes. "Fine, be that way. Thanks again though."

"No problem bestie." He mock saluted me.

"So are you going to tell me what that was all about?" Bill questioned, gazing at me intently.

"Nope," I shook my head quickly, making me dizzy.

"Whoa, no need to hurt yourself over it," he laughed, catching me from falling face first into the mattress.

I groaned, "Man, you're no fun!"

He grabbed me and literally picked me up, only to throw me back down. Then he started tickling me. I gasped for breath as the long white fingers attacked me mercilessly. When he finished he propped me against the pillows before resting his head on my stomach. "How was that for fun?"

"You. Are. In. For. It." I gasped out. "The little one agrees."

All of a sudden worry captured his features. "Did I hurt you? God, I'm sorry!" He kissed my stomach. "You should have told me!"

"Calm down Bill," I smoothed back some of his dark hair. "I'm fine, little one's fine, everything's great."

"Thank god, I was so scared!" He leaned onto me again. "This alright for you?"

"Perfect. Just don't wreck your hair or your fans will be disappointed." I teased him.

He replied by sticking out his tongue. We sat like that for a few minutes before he reluctantly stood. "I have to go now," bending over he kissed me. "Love you."

"Love you too. Good luck sweetheart." He gave me a thumbs up before walking away. I sighed, alone all night.

I turned on my Ipod and nestled into the fluffy pillows. May as well make the best of it. As I was watching some videos Gustav had put on my Ipod, I felt the bed shift. I looked up with startled eyes. "Relax hun, it's just me." Amy's soothing voice rang over the silence. "Did I startle you?"

"Hang on," I grabbed my chest, "I'll tell you once I figure out a way to restart my heart."

"Sorry," she squeaked.

"Tis ok," I grinned goofily at her. "Why aren't you at the concert?"

"Figured you could use some company," she shrugged. "How are you feeling?"

"The medication the doctor gave me works wonders," I smiled. "You up to watching some videos?"

"I brought some DVDs I just bought, how about we watch those?" She suggested. "I can bring Tom's laptop in here."

"Sure," I leaned back into the pillows, willing to relax with my new friend.

XXX

(Bill's POV)

"I can never get over how you get the crowd to follow your lead like that Gustav," I shook my head. "They're like your little clones or something."

The blond laughed, "Are you jealous Bill?"

"Nope," I grinned. He raised an eyebrow. "Well ok, maybe a little."

He laughed again. "Exactly what I thought!"

I punched his shoulder, "Shut up!"

Just then Tom's head poked out of the bus, "Can you two shut up? The girls are fast asleep."

Instantly I shut my mouth yet Gustav's body still shook in silent laughter. "Well look who's whipped." Georg teased.

"God you guys are annoying, you know that?" I rolled my eyes, walking into my bunk area. There I found Amy and Star fast asleep with the Titanic playing on Tom's laptop.

I gave Amy a quick glance before my eyes found Star's peaceful face. Her chest rose and fell softly as she breathed. I gazed at her, wondering what she was thinking. Wondering if she was in any pain. Wondering if maybe, just maybe, out little one was growing yet again.

"Tom?" Amy's voice whispered.

"Naw, it's Bill." I smiled into the darkness. "You go ahead and sleep for a little longer. We're just on our way to the hotel now." I saw a slight shift and figured it was her nod. Soon she too was fast asleep.

"Out like a light," Tom's voice startled me and I jumped.

"What the fuck?" I hissed, the hair on the back of my neck stood on end.

"Sorry Bill," Tom's smile was sheepish. "Didn't mean to scare you."

"It's Ok Tom." I shook my head. "I'll be fine," sighing, "eventually."

"Why don't you come into the kitchenette? We were thinking we could maybe write a song or something," Tom whispered.

"Ok. I have a few ideas." I smiled at him, happy to be writing yet again.

XXX

(Back to Star's POV)

Slowly I walked up to the hotel room Bill and I were sharing. Happy that my last smoke was gone, I felt almost complete. Everything seemed sharper and brighter. People buzzed around me in the lobby until finally I got on the stairs and trudged up them slowly. Time was on my side right now, the guys were still at an interview last I heard.

As I reached out room, I was hardly out of breath. I guess what they say is true, slow and steady wins the race. I opened the door softly and a warm glow welcomed me. "Oh Bill," I murmured, my hand to my face. Hundreds of candles surrounded the suite.

I walked in awe, following the trail to the bedroom. On the bed sat a pair or lingerie. I giggled softly. Typical Bill, black and purple lace. I shook my head, walking to the bathroom still giggling. As I shut the door I started to take off my clothes and get into the slinky replacements. The things I do for Bill. Though I'd never admit it, I actually liked the lacy stuff. Speaking of Lacy, I have to call her.

I shook my head. Focus on what's to come. Well that thought didn't help either. Finally I figured everything out and walked out of the smaller bathroom. I found Bill lying on the bed in a pair of silk boxers that match my own little outfit. I giggled, "Hey sexy, have you happened to see my fiance?"

He looked around like he was surprised, "You're talking to me? Well I'm sorry beautiful, I haven't seen him around anywhere."

"Oh well," I sighed, "I guess I'm stuck with you." With that I flung myself at him. He caught me easily and my hungry lips found his. He had all the lace of me in record time compared to how long it took me to put it on.

"You're beautiful." He murmured over every inch of my skin. "I love you so much."

I mumbled back in one breath, "Idon'tknowhowIeverlived," I gasped as he nipped at my neck. "Without you."

"Ditto," he whispered. "Now shut up and kiss me,"

Author's Notes:

hey guys!!! i is back!! Lolz... how u like it?!?! The song Candle is one I highly recommend u listen to!!! Its uber good! =] *cookies frum my 7 dozen I baked* (don't worry, I didn't poison em!) =P thnx soooooooo much 4 reviews!

Sleep has been my best friend l8ly and I'm actually willing to go in Bill's words, 'spend an intimate 24 hours w/ my bed'. Hahaha.... I don't know or own the guys!

Have u ever noticed that when ur sleep deprived, everything is so much funnier? If u have leave me ur story in a review... i may just put mine in the next chappies notes!!!

Keep reviews coming dudes!!! Luv u all!!!

~BECKY~