(Ponyboy's POV)
The next morning I woke up early.
I got dressed wrote a quick note to Lucy then I was out the door.
I was going to the city to look for a job opening.
As I drove around I saw parents in the park playing with their kids.
That's going to be you in a couple months.
Dally and Sodapop would've loved it here.
Even though I haven't been away from home along I missed my brothers terrible. I felt bad for leaving them but I knew it would get worst if I stayed. I was stick of having my life planed out for me.
On the other hand I was happy that I left with Lucy. I love her more than anything, I would do anything for her and our child.
If Bradley doesn't take her away from you.
I was wary of Bradley. There was something fishy about him. Why would he give us a condo for a really low price and a car?
I parked the Maxima into an empty lot. I walked into clothing stores, cafes and everywhere in between filling out applications, All of the places weren't hiring.
I had given up hope. I walked around aimlessly.
"Hey son, are you lost?" A guy asked me.
"No, just looking for a job."
"I have an opening in my auto-shop, I can train you."
"Really? I would love that, thanks." I said happily.
"What's your name?"
"Ponyboy Curtis."
"I'm Jamie Smith" He shook my hand. "Let's go get started.
(Lucy's Pov)
I woke up around nine. Ponyboy was nowhere to be seen. I saw a note under his pillow.
I went out, I'll be back soon. XOXO Ponyboy.
There was pounding at my door.
I sprinted to it.
"Bradley! Bradley are you home?" An older woman called.
I opened the door. The brunette jumped in surprise.
"Oh! I'm sorry. I'm looking for Bradley, is he around."
The woman was in her late 30's.
"Bradley gave us this apartment. I'm renting from him. I'm Lucy."
"When did you move in?"
"Yesterday."
"Okay. I am Jane."
"Would you like to come in?" I asked.
"No, I'm heading out. I need Bradley to watch my dog Jasper for me."
"I'll watch him for you."
"Are you sure?"
"Yeah it's okay."
"Thanks' I'll only be an hour or two."
Jane raced back to her condo and brought back a dachshund and a bag of doggie treats.
"Jack is a friendly dog. He doesn't bite" Jane handed me a twenty dollar bill.
"You don't have to pay me."
"I insist. Take it.
She got in her mini cooper and sped away.
Jack followed me into the condo.
"Can you sit?" Jack sat. "Roll over?" Jack rolled over two times. "Good boy" I said patting his head.
My stomach growled reminding me I haven't ate yet.
I made French toast and watched a Law and Order marathon.
(Ponyboy's POV)
Hours later, I was done with my first day on the job. I met a couple of guys around my age, they invited me to come to the bar with them. I agreed.
We got in Damien's car and drove downtown. "Ponyboy, when did you move to Philly?"
"I wanted some change, I was sick of the boring routine. I hated that everyone else was controlling me on how to life my life."
"Did you come with anyone?" A guy named Skylar asked. "Yeah, my pregnant girlfriend came with me."
"OH!" They said unanimity. "Yup" I said. "Do you still tap that?" Damien asked.
"Barley" I said. "That sucks" Skylar laughed. "Tell me about it. Do you all have girlfriends?"
They all nodded.
The car stopped. "Boys we're here. Do you have your fake ids?" Caleb asked.
"Yes" "Good, let's go" We pilled out of the car into the half empty bar and got a booth.
"What can I get you gentlemen?" A waiter asked
"The usual for four" Caleb said. "What is the usual?" I said confused. "Beers, cheeseburgers and fries."
Our order came a few minutes later. We talked about girls, sports and the newest shoes coming out.
I got up to go to the bathroom but I knocked into a girl I the process. Why am I such a klutz?
"Yo, I'm sorry Miss. I'll pay for your drink." The girl laughed she had blonde hair and striking green eyes.
"Nah, its okay, but you can do something else for me." "What?" "You can take me home."
"Umm… I don't know." I said. "Please? I drove here and had too much to drink. I have no way to get home." I gave in. "Sure, give me your keys." "Thanks!"
I told the guys I was leaving and I would see them tomorrow. In the car she sang along to a Kelly Clarkson song stopping periodically to give me directions.
"I'm Lily by the way." "Ponyboy" We reached her apartment. "Do you want to come in for a second?"
"Sure." I followed her to her place. Lily unlocked the door. It was a bright room with many windows. I sat down on the couch and Lily disappeared. She came back, sitting on the couch facing me.
She cupped my face and started to kiss me. She straddled on top of me kissing my neck. I groan.
"Lily I have a girlfriend." "So? What she doesn't know won't hurt her." She kissed me again.
When was the last time Lucy and I kissed like this?
Lily peeled off her shirt and threw it on the floor. "Ponyboy, you know you want me." She took my hand and led me to the bedroom.
A/N: Please review it doesn't take that long!