A/N: Thanks again peeps. Here is a longer chapter for your enjoyment. Better like it. It only took me like a trillion rewrites...no biggie. As always plz R&R
Song used is Feel Again by One Republic 3
Disclaimer: I wish I owned Victorious. Then I could make as many Jori moments as I want :P
Chap 4
We spent the last week and a half finishing up the song and I have to admit it's pretty good. She still runs home like she normally does but at least I get to see her almost every day. I like having her around me. She makes me feel thing that I've never felt before which scares the living daylights out of me.
"Jadey I haven't seen you in forever!" Beck hollered waltzing in the room.
"I could say the same. Weren't you suppose to call me and let me know what happened with your 'date' that you conveniently didn't tell me about."
"Oh that…" he said picking at his nail.
"Yes that so tell me."
"His name is Robbie. He's the guru from the thingy we went to."
I gasped in surprise. "No fucking way!"
"Yes fucking way." He grinned. "He gave me a reading that night and I guessed we just clicked. We've been going out since the last time I saw you and I like him." He looked genuinely happy talking about him.
"Beck you old dog I'm so happy for you. Now don't screw this up."
"I won't Jadey. He's great and he makes me all tingly" I rolled my eyes. "We should do lunch...oh maybe we can do a double; you and your straight girlfriend and me and Robbie." That earned him a punch. "Ouch woman that's gonna bruise" he said rubbing his arm.
"Good."
"So fill me in on everything. Have you turned her out yet?" I sent a death glare his way which clearly had no effect on him. I told him everything that he missed out on the past weeks including the bruise on her wrist.
"Wow Jadey it's kind of twisted what you have going against you. She's straight, she's engaged, her parents are probably controlling religious freaks since those are the only ones who arranges marriages these days" he has a point. "It sounds a bit scary Jade. I can't imagine being in your position right now. Are you going to tell her you like her?"
"I don't know Beck. The best thing I can think of is just to distance myself from her."
"Jade don't be a pussy"
"I have one" I wiggled my brows and grinned.
"Not the point. Getting hurt is a part of life. I know you're trying to spare yourself the heartache which I understand but in the same breath you could be missing out on something great." I'm not liking him much right now.
He left shortly after our heart to heart and I went for a swim. I was climbing out the pool when I heard a knock on the door. I wasn't really expecting anyone. I grabbed a towel wrapped it around my lower body and walked to the door. I opened the door to see none other than the object of my affection standing there. She's staring at me... or rather at my boobs. Maybe there's hope for Vega after all. She snaps out of whatever trance my boobs had her under and a light blush fell across her cheeks.
"Ahh hey Jade…I…umm…I should've called first huh" she said with a nervous laugh.
"No it's cool I was umm…taking a swim." She's looking at my chest again. I suddenly felt way too naked around her. "Could you like gimmie a sec?"
"Yeah." She let herself in while I ran upstairs to put some clothes on. I hurriedly ripped off my bikini and frantically searched for something to wear. I grabbed some underwear and put them on as quickly as I could. I ran my hand through my hair. 'Keep calm Jade she won't care what you have on.' Where's a shirt when I need it? I groaned. I found one and pulled it on. "Pants pants"…I grabbed the first one I found thrown over the foot of my bed. I wiggled into it and hurried back down to see her looking at some photos I had on the wall. Breathe Jade just let it out.
"Hey Vega"
"Hey Jade I'm sorry I really should've called first".
I waved her off. "No really it's ok. I umm want to talk to you about something." we sat on the couch.
"Is something wrong Jade?"
"No nothing's really wrong. I just…" I looked into her eyes and I lost the nerve. "I umm…ah…would you like something to drink or eat or…"
"Just tell me what's going on Jade your kind of freaking me out."
"It's ridiculous really…umm…alright. Well first of all you're straight and second of all you're straight and engaged. I really did not want this to happen. I mean you know that I'm a lesbian." She nodded. A look of confusion still plastered on her face. I got up and paced the floor.
"I really didn't ask for any of this…Shit" I ran my hand through my hair. "Umm Vega I like you." I sat down next to her.
"I like you too Jade" I shook my head and pinched the bridge of my nose and looked at her again.
"More than I should." I guess what I meant finally sinks in cause she's just sitting there in shock. 'Just what I needed you should've just kept your mouth shut Jade.' "Seriously I'm fine with it. We don't have to talk about it or anything like that. I just think that after everything we should give each other some space."
"No no Jade you can't do that to me! I just found you! You have to be in my life. I can't explain it but it's what I feel. You are like my best friend Jade. You can't just tell me to give you space." Christ she's crying. I can't deal with the tears. "Just please Jade don't shut me out." I caught my lip between my teeth. I don't know if I can do that. Just being around her is fucking with me emotionally. Do I really want to do this to myself?
"Fine." I muttered. She smiled though her tears. "Seriously?"
"Yep. I'm gluttony for punishment." She hugged me. "Thanks Jade you don't know how much this means to me. "
"Yeah yeah… so why did you come over anyways?"
"I wanted to see if you wanted to hang out" she said while wiping her face.
"Sure. What did you have in mind?"
"How about bowling?" I rolled my eyes. "Fine let's go. I get to pick next time."
"Deal"
We had a pretty awesome time bowling with me winning of course. I took pity on Vega and let her win the last match which I won't do again cause now her head's the size of a melon. We went back to my place and then she left to go home. With her gone I'm now acutely aware of how lonely I am. I decided to watch some TV to pass the time. I must've dozed off because it looks like midnight outside. I rolled myself off the couch headed to the bathroom take a shower. The minute I got out I heard my phone go off. I looked at the id and answered.
"Vega, what's up?"
"Hey Jade. Are you busy?"
"No I'm not. I just got done showering" I flopped myself down on my bed
"Ok well remember when I said I wanted to write another song. I was thinking about the new scene you added to the script and I want to do one for specifically for that maybe a regret type of song.
"Yeah that would work. You can start on that and we can run over it together. I have a meeting tomorrow with some producers who I'm pitching the script to. So once it's over I'll call you."
"That's great Jade. I hope it goes well.
"It usually does."
"Well good night Jade"
"Night Vega" she hung up. I went to bed with a smiling brunette on my mind.
The meeting went well. I had two producers in bid wars over the script which is how I prefer it. You can't get paid if no one wants your work. I told them I still had a few things to add and tweak but they didn't seem to mind. I called Tori once I got out with the good news. She picked up on the 3rd ring.
"Hi Jade"
"Hey Vega so great news. We did it."
"Really? That's so awesome Jade. I'm proud of you" I flushed at that. Thank goodness no one was around to witness it. No one has ever said that to me before.
"Thanks. We should celebrate tonight."
"Rain check on that I have something to do. How about Friday? It's also my birthday so we can double celebrate."
"I think we can do that. I'll pick the place."
"Ok. I got to go but I'll call you later." She hung up. I called Beck and asked him to come over so we could celebrate the news and get some drinks in our system. Tori didn't call me back that night but she did text me in the morning. Only one more day till I get to see her again.
I spent most of today prepping for Vega's birthday. I got my hair and nails done and I even purchased a new dress. I decided to take her to a club which I'm pretty sure she's never been to before so she can let loose. I also got her a gift and a birthday cake which is already waiting at our venue. I had texted her earlier with the time and how she should dress so she should be on her way over now. I shimmied into my short black sleeveless dress; low cut in the front to accentuate my boobs with the straps forming an X to the back to show a little skin and some strappy green sandals for a touch of color. I applied light make up to my face along with some red lip color. I stood up and check myself out in the mirror and I must say I look damn good. I hope Vega thinks so too. Just then I heard a knock on the door. I grabbed by green clutch, checked to make sure the little box was present and head downstairs. I opened the door to see Vega standing there in a dark purple strapless mini with black pumps on. Her hair fell in soft waves around her shoulders. Her makeup was a little heavier that I normally see her in but it accentuated her gorgeous face even more.
"Wow Vega you look amazing"
"You look even more amazing Jade"
"Thanks. Happy Birthday" I told her and gave her a peck on the cheek. She blushed.
"Thank you."
"Are you ready to go?" She nodded and smiled. We got in my car and headed to our venue. We arrived at Opium 20 minutes later to see a growing line outside. I looked over at Vega to gauge her reaction about celebrating at a club. All I could see was her eyes opening in awe and then a huge smile across her face.
"Is this where we are going?"
"Yeah…this is ok right? I mean if not we can leave and…"
"No Jade this is great. I'm so excited!"
"Alright then." I got out and gave the valet my keys and headed towards the VIP section of the club with Vega. We got it and the music was pumping. I missed going out. We were directed to a booth in the far corner of the club. A small table stood in the middle with a purple and white cake sitting on it as well as a bottle of champagne with two flutes. She looked surprised when she saw the little setup.
"OMG Jade this looks great" she screamed over the music. She gave me a hug and whispered close to my ear "this is going to be the best birthday I've ever had. Thank you" the she kissed my cheek. My skin burned from where her lips touched. I smiled. We sat down and she sliced her cake and ate a piece. I opened up the champagne and poured us some. I handed her a flute and toasted to her birthday and to the script being picked up. We had two more glasses before I heard one of my jams Like a G6 being played. I grabbed Vega's hand and led her to the dance floor. I half expected her to shy away but she started dancing along to the song. I was even more surprised when she started singing along to I Need Your Love. I would've never expected her to even know who sings what. I guess there are many layers to Tori Vega. She turned to me and mouthed the words of the chorus to me.
I need your love
I need your time
When everything's wrong you make it right
I feel so high I come alive
I need to be free with you tonight
I need your love…
She closed her eyes and got lost in the beat. We danced to a few more hits and drank a few test tube shots before retreating back to our booth. We sat down to relax for a bit. She had a very content look on her face at the moment. The songs started slowing down and I heard the familiar beat of a song come on. I took Vega's hand and pulled her up close to me. We slow danced in our little private space while I sung out the lyrics in her ear.
It's been a long time coming since I've seen your face
I've been everywhere and back trying to replace
Everything that I had 'til my feet went numb
Praying like a fool that's been on the run
Heart's still beating but it's not working
It's like a million dollar phone that you just can't ring
I reached out trying to love but I feel nothing
Yeah, my heart is numb
But with you
I feel again
Yeah, with you
I can feel again
I'm feeling better ever since you know me
I was a lonely soul but that's the old me
She turned her face towards mine and locked her hands behind my neck. I looked in her eyes and continued to belt out the words.
It's been a long time coming since I've seen your face
I've been everywhere and back trying to replace
Everything that I broke 'til my feet went numb
Praying like a fool just shot the gun
Heart still beating but it's not working
It's like a hundred thousand voices that just can't sing
I reached out trying to love but I feel nothing
Oh, my heart is numb
But with you
I feel again
Yeah, with you
I can feel again
She stopped moving and glanced down on lips then back up to my eyes. I took the hint and brought my lips down on hers. Tingles shot up and down my spine and my entire body was covered in goose bumps. I brought my free hand up to caress her face as I deepened the kiss. I swiped my tongue across her bottom lip hoping for an entrance. She granted me access and I dived in to explore the warm cavern of her mouth. Our tongues danced together in slow ecstasy no fight for control just complete enjoyment. We broke apart for some much needed air moments later. My entire body was still humming from the contact. I can still feel her lips on mine. Vega's one hell of a kisser.
"We should go Jade" she muttered breathlessly. I suddenly remembered her gift.
"Oh I forgot to give you something." I took out the box I had in my clutch and gave it to her. I watched her open it and looked at the 24k white gold necklace with a semiquaver note pendant attached and smiled with tears gathering in her eyes.
"It's beautiful Jade. Thank you." She leaned over and pecked me almost shyly on my lips. I smirked.
"Welcome." I took her hand and led her out the club.