Ian's POV

Melanie and I were sitting on my bed and I was starting to feel nervous. I didn't know what was wrong with Melanie. Is it something I did? I hope not. Although, I did kind of take it pretty far this afternoon. I probably made her mad! Ugh! I'm such an idiot! I can't take this waiting any longer. I have to ask her now.

Stay calm. You don't want to make her more upset than she already is. "What's wrong, Mel?"

"Like I said before, it's a long story. So, you don't have to bother yourself wi-" I stopped her with a kiss.

"Don't say things like that! You are the most important person in my life. It's not a bother to help you with your issues."

"Thanks, Ian. That means a lot to me." She smiled. It didn't seem like I was the problem, so that was good.

"Now tell me, what's up? What's got you down?"

"Well, my family. . .isn't really my family." My eyes widened but I waited for her explanation.

She told me the story about how her family lied to her. I really didn't know what to say. I was just so shocked about the whole thing. I couldn't be feeling as bad as Melanie though.

"How do you feel about it?" I want to be able to help her with her feelings.

"I'm just really confused. I can't talk to my family about it yet because I just feel so betrayed. How could they do something like this?" Tears started to spill from her eyes. "What am I supposed to do?" She asked, now sobbing.

I wiped the tears off her face and pulled her into a hug. "I don't know, Mel. I don't know." I had never been in a situation like this before and I didn't know what to do. The only thing I knew is that if I were in her place, I'd want someone to be there to support me. That's how I could help.

"I don't really know what to do, but no matter what, I'll be here for you. I love you."

"Thank you, Ian. You're an amazing boyfriend. I love you, too." Her voice was thick from crying but that didn't matter. The words she said made me feel like the happiest man in the world.

Melanie was beginning to calm down now. I was still holding her in my arms and wouldn't let go until she was okay. I glanced at my alarm clock to see the time and it was four in the morning. I was surprised but it was fine since I was helping Melanie. Then I remembered that we had filming tomorrow.

I looked down at Melanie who was silent. She must have fallen asleep. I tucked her in my bed and headed for the couch. I didn't want her thinking I did anything to her while she slept. Tomorrow was going to be a long day. I thought.

*The Next Day*

I woke when I heard Anthony shouting at me.

"Wake up! We gotta film today!" His voice rang in my ears.

"Alright. I'm up. I'm up."

"Dude. You look like hell. Why'd you sleep on the couch?"

"I didn't get too much sleep last night." I yawned. "Melanie's in my room."

"Oh, is she?" He cocked an eyebrow at me.

"It's not what you're thinking." I glared at him. He was always thinking like that, and I suppose I was too, but that wasn't the point.

"Whatever you say." He disappeared into the kitchen and I went to my room to wake Melanie up.

I approached Melanie and heard her saying something in her sleep. I was curious so I let her continue as I listened.

"Ian, stop it." I heard her say. "That tickles!" I laughed quietly as she went on with similar phrases.

After snapping a few pictures of her delightful little face and chuckling at her ridiculous outbursts, I finally shook her. She groaned and didn't budge.

"Melanie. Wake up." I shook her gently again.

"I don't want to." She grumbled and rolled over so she was facing away from me.

I reached my arm under Melanie's legs and she shuffled around. I put my other arm under her back and lifted her up. Her eyes flew open and she looked around trying to see what happened.

Melanie's POV

"Ian, put me down!" I demanded, squirming in Ian's arms.

"Not until we're in the kitchen." He smirked while I continued to wiggle, trying to free myself from his grasp.

I groaned, I just wanted to be put down. Once in the kitchen, he set me down and Anthony gave us a look like we had the plague and shook his head.

"What are you looking at, Anthony?" Ian was already annoyed. Anthony scowled at him.

I looked from Ian to Anthony. I'm not quite sure what was going on in my head but I just had the greatest idea. "Boys, calm down." I pulled the two of them towards one another. "I want you to apologize properly." I gave an evil smile. "Now kiss!"

I pushed Ian and Anthony into each other, they were unable to stop me since I acted quickly. Both of them turned a deep shade of red and turned away from each other.

"I can't believe that just happened!" I exclaimed, not really knowing how I had the nerve to do that. "Ever since I became a devoted fan to you guys I started shipping Ianthony!" I squeaked and jumped up and down a few times because I realized that one of my fantasies came to life.

"Aren't you dating Ian though? Wouldn't you be kind of. . . Against that?" Anthony inquired.

"Not exactly. I have no problem with him having a homosexual relationship on the side." I smiled.

Ian shook his head and placed his hand on the small of my back, drawing me closer to him. He kissed me passionately, like Anthony wasn't even in the room.

"What was that for?" I asked, now confused.

"Well, I had to get Anthony's taste out of my mouth somehow, didn't I?" He smirked.

My expression turned from a playful one to a disturbed one. Anthony must have seen this because he said: "Hey, I don't taste that bad, do I?"

"No, you don't." I winked at Anthony. That didn't seem like my typical response either. What was up with me today?

"Hey, hey, hey. What's going on here?" Ian started getting angry. It was so cute when he was jealous.

"Oh shut up, you know I love you." I kissed Ian, trying to reassure him. He seemed a little surprised.

"Get a room, you two." Anthony commanded as he exited the kitchen.

Something is wrong with me today. I thought as I watched Anthony leave. I'm not usually this weird. I'll have to talk to Ian about it later. For now, we should just get on with our day.

Ian's POV

We ate breakfast and got ready for the day in peace. Once we were done, we started filming. I wasn't sure how well Melanie would act since it was her first time but she was actually pretty good. I was surprised as well as relieved because we wouldn't have to edit her out. That would have sucked. Recently, Anthony wasn't editing as much so I had to help out too. He must be spending more time with Elise.

At the end of the shoot, I was tired as ever. Only getting a few hours of sleep at night does not feel good. I looked over at Melanie who was talking and laughing with Anthony. She's always having a good time. I thought and smiled. I walked to where they were standing to retrieve my girlfriend.

"Oh, Ian, there you are!" She grabbed my hand and began playing with it. "Anthony was just telling me about the story from last year's vidcon."

My eyes widened. He couldn't be telling her that story, could he? He wouldn't be that mean, right? Then again, this was Anthony we were talking about. He might do anything to embarrass me. "Which story?" I asked nonchalantly, hoping it wasn't the one that I thought it was.

"The one where you were a pretty princess." Melanie giggled while I gulped, my face getting redder by the minute.

"I-I don't know w-what you're talking about. T-that never happened." I tried to cover it up but I'm sure my attempt was futile. Melanie had found out one of my most embarrassing moments.

"Yeah you do. Don't lie to your girlfriend." Anthony said, smug as ever. "In case you need help remembering, I'll tell you the story again. We were walking to the tables where we were going to have our signing and you ran into Danisnotonfire. He then spilled his fruit punch all down your white shirt. We didn't have anything for you to change into except the princess costume in the car from that one "Ian is Bored" video so you were forced to change into it." He observed my face, watching my expression go from embarrassment to wrath. "You're telling me you don't remember that?"

"Anthony!" I screamed, getting more angry by the second. "Why would you tell her that?!"

"I don't know. I guess I just wanted to make you mad." He smirked and walked away smoothly. I started after him but Melanie hugged me from behind, stopping me from going anywhere.

"Ian." She called sweetly.

"Yes." I said curtly, not meaning too but I was still fuming about what Anthony did.

I turned around so I could see her angelic face which was now frowning. "Don't be so mean." She whined which was absolutely adorable.

I smiled and brought her into a hug. "I'm sorry. Anthony just makes me so mad sometimes."

"Don't worry about him. I really think it's hilarious that you had to wear a princess costume but I won't judge you for that because there really is nothing else you could have done." She beamed.

"I feel the same way. So much so, that I think you should tell me some of your embarrassing stories." I waited for a story.

"Now that's different." She looked around, avoiding my eyes.

She started to walk away but I caught her arm and pulled her back towards me. "No, no, no. Let's be fair now, Mel. Tell me some of yours."

"How about another time?" She asked frantically.

"Have it your way. Since you won't tell me, there will be punishment." I rubbed my hands together evilly.

"What kind of punishment?" She sounded nervous now.

"You'll find out later." I winked at her. She just shook her head and went into another room.

I followed Melanie into the other room. It turns out she went into my bedroom. How convenient. I thought. At first she didn't notice me so I snuck up behind her.

"Ian!" Melanie called out, not knowing I was right behind her. She turned around and saw me but before she could scream I brought my lips to hers. Time for punishment. I thought.

A.N.

Ooooh, what's going on with Melanie? And what kind of punishment is Ian talking about? Hmm, I guess you'll just have to wait until the next chapter to find out ;)

Anyway, I hope you liked this chapter and comment what you think will happen in the next one! Love you guys, byee ;*