16. Home Sweet Home

(Joey's POV)

The summer time in New York was so much different then in Capeside. I missed my days at the Creek so much. I remembered for the longest time I had been torn between two guys. Dawson and Pacey. Dawson brought out the best in me and helped me do things I never could imagine possible. But it the timing was never right. And then there was Pacey. Always the heartbreaker. He dumped me at the senior prom. I knew part me would always want him. Wonder if we could make it work this time. My thoughts swayed back to Dawson again. Would either one want me? Both where great guys and should have someone else my now. Being so undecided about my relationships wouldn't make me appealing to either. Though something in heart was telling Pacey was the one I was meant to be with. I felt like Dawson was a safe choice. Pacey was the one, I decided. I packed my bags quickly, and told my boyfriend Christopher I was flying home to see my sister. When all reality I knew I was going back for Pacey. What would I tell him if things worked out with Pacey? I hadn't really thought things out that far. I just rushed to the airport, and got the first flight home. Home Sweet Home, I said quietly to myself. I couldn't wait to find Pacey so we could finally be together.

When I landed in Capeside I took a taxi to my sister's house. It was eight in the morning Capeside time. I knocked on the door knowing she'd be awake.

"Joey." She said giving me a big hug.

"Hey Bessie. I just thought I'd drop by for a surprise visit."

"Jo, I wish you would have told me. Alexander just left for summer camp and won't be back until next week."

"We'll that will give us a chance to catch up."

"That's a great idea. Come in."

I smiled and put my bags on the floor. After chatting for a while she took my bags to the guest room. Which used to me mine. The walls now where painted a cream color and the bed set was a golden and red comforter. I knew that it was being used for the Potter Bed and Breakfast. This was there busy time of year. I couldn't stay here long I thought. It wouldn't take long. I just had to find Pacey.

17. All I'm Looking For

(Joey's POV)

I could not find Pacey. He wasn't anywhere in Capeside. He didn't answer his phone. And I called his old number and his dad gave his new address. I knocked on his apartment building and no one answered. I went to the Ice House restaurant that his father told me he owned, but there was no sight on him. I was about to ask one of the employees if they had any idea where he was but then I saw his brother Doug. I ran outside and stopped him.

"Joey what are you doing here?"

"I am looking for Pacey."

"And what is it you want from my brother?"

"Doug..I just need to tell something that is on my mind…"

"There is a problem with that Joey. Pacey isn't in Capeside. He is on a vacation with his new girlfriend."

"Who is it?" I asked my heart falling to the floor.

"Jen Lindley, and for what it's worth they are both happy. They helped each other so much in the last few months that I think it would be best if you let him go. It's too late. They're in love."

"Let me know where he is."

"Joey..I can't."

"If you don't someone else will."

" Joey, they went to Memphis Tennessee. But that city is so big you'll never find them. I could just give you his number and you can call him when he gets back. Don't ruin his vacation. Just be an adult about this.."

I ran off before he could finish. I had to find Pacey. I called the airport and booked a flight to Memphis. I got my things and headed to the airport.

18. Walking in Memphis

(Jen's POV)

We landed in Memphis and Pacey couldn't wait to explore the city. I for some reason felt tired. Something was off. But I wasn't sure what the problem was. I decided that being on the airplane made me tired, and I just needed to get some food.

"We're staying at the Peabody Place. It's right on Beale Street." Pacey said taking my hand.

We took a taxi to the hotel. It was a really nice hotel, but I knew that we'd be staying in one of the smaller rooms. Which was fine, by me. All I needed was Pacey and a bed. That was happiness for me.

"I hope this room is okay." He said opening the hotel room door.

I could tell he was embarrassed by the how small it was.

"It's perfect. Right within walking distance to Beale Street. And we can check out the ducks here."

" I'm glad you like. Would you like to get something to eat?"

"You read my mind."

I smiled at him and he took my hand. It was hot summer night in Memphis, and I was glad I was wearing short and a tank top. We walked around Beale Street until we found Alfred's a bar-b-que restaurant that Pacey had heard good things about.

19. I Cant Help Falling In Love With You

(Pacey's POV)

It was all so clear now. Jen had taken Joey's place in my heart. I wasn't sure when it had happened but it did. I needed to say it. That I loved her. We were at the restaurant on Beale drinking sweet tea and eating bar-b-que nachos. She was telling how mine where better. I couldn't help but smile. I loved her. I knew it. And I wanted to marry her. I never felt this way before the idea of marriage always seem like a trap to me, but not with her. Could it be that she was my soul mate?

20. Its now or never

(Jen's POV)

One day in Memphis already. Our vacation was going by fast. Pacey took me to the zoo first thing in the morning. He pointed out the Jeff Buckley plaque for me. Knowing how big of a fan I was. We tooked pictures of it beside the tiger cage.

"I can see why he loved living here." I told Pacey as we walked through the zoo.

"Who?"

"Jeff Buckley."

"Still thinking about him?"

"Well..it's hard not to being here. Of course I could think about Elvis or Martin Luther King too."

" All famous people who died in Memphis."

"Yes, but that wasn't the point I was getting at. I just meant I could see why anyone would love living here. The city has everything you would need, and the people still seem small town."

I know." Pacey agreed smling at me.

"Would you want to live here?"

"You and me? I could see it. I could open a small bar- b- que restaurant. You could get a job working at a fitness center here. And we could take our kids to the zoo or a Redbirds baseball games on the weekends. Maybe when I get the restaurant paid off we could do it. Start a whole new life outside of Capeside. Ofcourse I live anywhere with you and be happy."

" Do you see us having a future together? Kids?"

" Yes. I can see everything with. My whole future with you. Because there is no denying it anymore. I love you Jen. And there is no need to say it back. Just when ever you are ready. Take all the time you need. Because my love isn't going anywhere."

" I love you too." I said before he could say another word about me needing more time.

I knew I would never forget that moment right then when we both opened our hearts up to each. He took my hand and it was as if for a moment we were the only two people in the world. Just Pacey and Jen. Alone in Memphis. And madly in love.

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21. Pacey's Future

(Joey's POV)

Thoughts of Dawson crossed my mind. Also of Christopher. But mainly Pacey. I felt like I could let go of Christopher and Dawson in order to have life with Pacey. The life we should have always had. We had made mistakes in high school. I lied to Dawson about our relationship. He broke up with me at prom ,but we could overcome that if he would only chose me over Jen. I thought for a moment of how lovely Jen was. Her golden curls, soft skin, and those hazel eyes. How did I ever get Pacey's or Dawson's attention with Jen around? Jen was beautiful, but Pacey loved me. Only me. I thought back to a moment in high school when I saw Jen and Pacey making out in the closet. They had made an agreement to be friends with benefits. And though Pacey told there was nothing there with him and Jen I felt so overcome with jealousy. I felt the same way now.

I could see Pacey and I talking back in the day about the future.

"You never look back, do you?"

"Why would you look back? The future's out there. And whatever it is, it's gonna be great." Pacey told me looking at me with those blue green eyes of him.

Did his future include me or was it all about Jen now? He said himself he did not want to look back. Maybe getting back with me would ruin his perfect future with Jen. The plane landed in Memphis, and moved out of my seat quickly. I had to try to find Pacey, and let him know how I felt. I just needed to see him.