Get to the club in my taxi cab,
everybody's looking at me now.
Like "who's that chick that's rockin' kicks?
She gotta be from outta town"

-Party In The USA, by Miley Cyrus

I was amazed. There were so many people out there. Famous people, paparazzi, journalists recording the event, and fans. Hundreds of screaming fans. It was then when I came to a conclusion: I totally preferred the private parties.

Nick held my hand tighter, letting me know that I wasn't alone and I didn't have to worry. I smiled at him – or I tried to. We slowly started to walk through the red carpet, smiling at all of the cameras we could. We suddenly stopped and started to pose. Nick gently put his arm behind my back. For less than a second, I could see Joe and Stella standing a few meters ahead. Then Nick's eyes and mine locked for a minute. I could picture the headlines "Nacy, looking at each other with love".

We stood there for a couple of minutes and then we kept on walking. Then we stopped again when a journalist started talking to the camera about where he was and who we were. I silently sighed. That red carpet was much longer than I thought.

"So, Nick, tell us. How did you two meet?" the reporter asked.

"Well, we actually go to the same school" he smiled politely. I was smiling beside him, praying he wouldn't make me talk.

"Really? And how long have you two been dating?" he asked. He obviously wanted something more juicy than "we go the same school".

"Well, we've been dating for about a month" Nick said. I was a bit surprised. A month? Really? Then I slapped myself mentally. It was fake, after all. Why should I care?

"Oh, no way! And how come we've never seen her before or you haven't talked about her?" he insisted. I didn't like this guy very much.

"Well, actually we went to the Ashley Evan's party together" Nick said, pointing that he was wrong. Ha! In your face! "But we didn't really want to be public. You know, we like some privacy" he said as he looked sweetly over me. Oh, he was such a good actor. I smiled back.

"Well, then we're glad that you've decided to come over here together, tonight" the reporter said. "So, Macy, what is the reason why you decided to date Nick even though you knew that all of this would happen if you did?" he asked looking at me.

Ok, I surely didn't expect that. I wanted Nick to talk all the time, it was his thing! I quickly thought of an answer, since I had never considered that question.

"Well, you know, he's kinda hard to resist. And when he looked at me with those eyes...I just couldn't say no. Of course, all of this is just too much for me to take at first. But if it's for him...I would do it all of my life" I said as I looked at him with a flirty smile. And he smiled back. Woah, I didn't know I was a good actress either.

"Sweet" the reporter said. "So, what about Joe?" he asked. My smile went away for a second.

"W-What about him?" I asked as I smiled again, obviously nervous. Oh-oh, I shouldn't have hesitated at the beginning of the question.

"C'mon, you know what I'm talking about. Those photos, those smiles, those whispers, those eyes...What's going on between you two?" the reporter asked, softly elbowing me. I wasn't happy about that, and I could tell Nick wasn't either. I could feel his body tense, his arm still around my waist.

"Nothing's going on. He's actually one of my best friends. But I'm not dating him, or flirting with him or anything like that. Nick is the only one for me" I said as I playfully get his face closer to mine. He seemed...confused but happy at the same time. Seriously, e both deserved an Oscar.

"So you don't like him?" the reporter asked, a bit surprised.

"Just as friends" I replied.

"And you've never dated him?"

"Never" I shook my head.

I could tell he was about to ask me something else, but Nick cut him off. "It was nice talking to you. Bye" he said as we started to walk again.

"Phew, that was close" I said. He smiled at me.

"Mace, you were amazing out there. You pulled on that story out of nowhere. I gotta admit I was scared at first, cause I thought you'd be too nervous and..."

"Relax" I said as I put my hand in his chest. "It all came out ok. Maybe they'll calm down a little bit now" I said. He nodded and we kept on walking.

We stopped a couple of times to pose for photos and when we were on the last two meters, some paparazzi shouted "Hey, couple, what about a kiss?"

We both blushed. I started to shock my head but then Nick leaned and softly kissed my cheek. I could hear whistles and flashes, so I closed my eyes for a couple of seconds. Then we smiled at each other, waved goodbye and entered to the theatre.

"Wow" I said.

"I'm sorry Mace, I just..." he started. I put my finger in front of his face.

"It's not for the 'kiss'" I used hair quotes. "It's for everything... I've never imagined myself walking down the red carpet on a movie preview, with a famous boyfriend and answering questions". Then we both laughed and head to our seats. Kevin, Stella and Joe were already there.

"Hey guys" I said.

"Hey, how was it? You ok?" Stella asked.

"Yes. We posed, we answered some questions and everything's fine" I said as I took my seat. I was between Stella and Nick.

"Did they ask about...you know, you and Joe?" she said.

"Well, yeah, they did. But I told them that he is one of my best friends and that 'Nick's the only one for me'" I quoted as Nick and I laughed.

"Aw, sweet!" she said, putting her hands together.

"That's what they said. Hopefully, they'll calm down after this"

"I hope that too" she said. Then the lights went down and we sat properly.

The film was kinda good. It was a romantic comedy, and it was actually funny and romantic. At one scene, the girl said "You're irresistible". Then Nick leaned and whispered in my ear.

"Irresistible like me, huh?" I chuckled and elbowed him.

"Oh, shut up"

The film was slowly coming to the end. It was a very emotional ending, and Stella handed me some issues.

"Isn't it beautiful?" I whispered as I wiped away my tears, trying not to ruin the make-up.

"It is" Nick said. "Aw, Mace. You crying?" he said, turning to look at me.

"It's just...It's so beautiful how he leaves it all behind just to be with her!" I said. I couldn't help the tears. It was a really intense movie.

"Oh, Mace" he said as he pulled his arm around my shoulders and hugged me. "I didn't know you were this sensitive".

"Too hard emotions for a night" I excused myself. I could hear him laugh a little.

"I'm sorry I pulled you through this" he apologized.

"For the last time: stop apologizing. And anyway, I actually had fun tonight"

"Really? Even with the tears?"

"Yeah" I smiled at him.

"Even with the journalists and the paparazzi?"

"I can handle them"

"Even...you can't be with Joe?"

That question was so unexpected. I looked at him confused, but he had a serious expression. He was talking for real.

"Yeah, I had an awesome time. I mean, hanging out with friends, pulling up a secret relationship...What else can I ask for on a Friday night?" I wasn't half percent convinced about that, but at least I made it sound like I was.

He smiled and turned to look at the screen again, his arm still around my shoulders.

After the movie finished, we all went to the after party. Nick introduced me to some celebrities as his girlfriend, and I couldn't help but feel awkward. I excused myself to go and get some drinks. I was becoming really tired of all that.

"Tired?" a voice behind me asked.

"Kinda" I answered lowly. I didn't want to turn around and face him.

"Me too. This party has become really boring" he said as he stood beside me.

"We shouldn't be talking to each other" I said, taking a step afar.

"I know. But this is a private party. No paparazzi are allowed to be in here"

"Yeah, we thought the same when we were at school" I said bitterly. "And in the last party. The guests talked about everything they saw. That's how it started"

"Ok, I'll leave you alone" he said in an angry tone.

"Joe, wait" he obeyed and turned to me. "I'm sorry, okay? I just...want everything to be over soon. I told the press that we were just friends and nothing was going on between us. They can't think otherwise"

"And you think that if I just care about you and want to talk to you, it means that something is going on?" he said, a strange look on his face. It was angriness, of that I was sure. But there was something more that I couldn't describe.

"No, yes...I don't know! Look, Nick's looking for me. I'll talk to you later, kay?" I said as I walked away, not looking at him. I felt terrible for him. He didn't deserve to be treated like that, but I had to do it. Nobody could see us talking, and less arguing. People would tell everything to the press and it will start all over again.

"Hey Nick" I said.

"Hey, you okay? I've been looking for you"

"Yeah, I'm fine. I'm just...exhausted" I confessed, quickly sending a glance to where Joe was. He was looking at us. Then Stella came and started to talk to him.

"It's okay, Kevin went to get the limo. We'll live in ten minutes" he said. I smiled and nodded.

"Wanna meet somebody else?"

"No!" I exclaimed a little too fast. "I mean, I think that I've met everyone in here" I added. "Actually, I think I'd like to say goodbye to Jenny Dovato"

"Sure" he said as we went to talk to her.

In ten minutes, Kevin came and we all went to the limo. There were a few paparazzi outside. Kevin went first. Then Joe entered along with Stella and finally, Nick and I.

I looked through the window all the way home. I was so tired and had to think about so many things. What was I feeling for Nick? Why couldn't I stop thinking about Joe? Would they ever like me?

My house was the first stop. Nick was the only one who came to my doorway.

"Well, you enjoyed the night after all?" he asked while playing with his blackberry in his hands.

"Yeah. It was great" I crossed my arms in my chest.

"You sure you ok, Mace? You look pale and cold" he asked, worried.

"Yeah, I just feel kinda sick. I'll talk to you tomorrow?" I said grabbing my keys from my purse.

"Sure" he said, a bit off.

"Goodnight, Nick" I said, entering through the door.

"Night, Macy. Sweet dreams" he smiled a little. I smiled back.

Mom wasn't home. As usual. I went upstairs and laid in my bed, with my dress and high heels still on. I looked at my phone, wondering if I should call Joe or not. Was he mad at me? Shoud I phone him? Or wait for him to phone me? I threw my pillow to my face. It was all so frustrating.

Why is all this so confusing, complicated and consuming?

-Don't wanna be torn, by Hannah Montana |Miley Cyrus|

I owe you guys a HUGE apologize. I'm so sorry!! But I had exams and school works almost every day. And plus, I didn't know how to continue this. I'm terribly sorry.

And about the song at the end...I just felt like putting it. It fit perfectly. And don't worry, there will be an extense gossip article in the next chapter.

I promise that in the next chapter I'll count down the votes.

Oh, and you can keep on voting, giving opinions, wishes, hopes and suggesting songs :)

And guys: I LOVE YOU SO MUCH. Seriously, I got an alert or review almost everyday. And those made my day. Even when it was raining, I was sad and I had homework...you made me smile :)

(Cheesy? I know. But it's the truth).

I'll try to update asap!

You know I love you xxx

P.S. I totally love the Nick/Macy sweetness and the Joe/Macy tense moments. Plus, I DIE everytime I see a new JONAS L.A picture!!! Nick and Macy are so *___* And I heard something is gonna happen between Joe and Macy, but we don't know what...

L.A Baby is an awesome song! And Nick singing Your Biggest Fan to Macy = NO WORDS NEEDED

Oh, and I can't wait for CR2 either. Joe and Demi (aka Shane and Mitchie) are LOVE. And the song I Wouldn't Change A Thing will sure be awesome :D

Ok, now I'm done. Thanks for reading!! xxx