Olivia P.O.V

The next week consisted of me and Miranda hanging out with the guys whenever we could. Tonight we were hanging out in Miranda's backyard, just playing around. Miranda and Matt had been drinking, like everyone else, and now there were sitting on the hammock, making out. Jack was passed out in a lawn chair, and Alex and Zack were drawing on him. Rian and I were sitting on the edge of the porch, talking.

"So, what you're telling me…is that you like Alex, but you don't know how to keep it a secret?" Rian asked, his words slightly slurring. I nodded and looked over at Alex.

"What should I do?" I asked, turning back to Rian. Rian stood up, and so did I. He sighed and looked at Alex.

"Why don't you just tell him?" Rian ended and walked inside the house.

I thought about it. Alex was drunk, he wouldn't remember, would he? I'd feel better; I wouldn't have to carry around the biggest secret of my teenage life anymore. It'd be a relief, definitely. I sighed and sat back down; drinking whatever was left in my cup before tossing it into the garbage can a few feet behind me.

I stood up and walked over to Alex. I grabbed his hand and pulled him away from everyone else, so it was just me and him. We were in front of Miranda's house.

"Alex, can we talk?" I asked.

"Sure." He smiled, sitting down on the driveway.

"Look," I started, sitting down beside him. "I like you still…I like you a lot. I was stupid for letting you go before, I know that. Somehow, even when you're not there, you're still there for me. You make me smile, you make me laugh, and I should probably shut up so I don't sound cheesy but I can't help it. You're amazing, and you know all the right things to say. You're kind of an inspiration and I like that. You just wanna have fun, and party while you can. Blah blah blah, I still like you Alex. I'm tired of keeping it a secret."

He sat there, looking me over. He didn't say anything for a while so I stood up, and started making my way back into the backyard. But he stopped me.

"I like you too." He smiled, turning me around to face him. "I like you, a lot." He laughed.

"So, what now?" I asked, as I hugged him.

"Will you be my girlfriend…again?" he asked, holding me against him. I pulled away for a second, and smiled.

"Of course." I whispered before he kissed me.

I hoped neither of us would remember this in the morning…but maybe I was just lying to myself again. Maybe I wanted us to remember this. This could be all I've waited for.

So this one was really short, but it was REALLY important. :) This is probably my favorite chapter, although I think I could've gotten them back together better...but oh well, I'm just glad they're back together! :D