Unforeseen 28/?

Summary: Set at the end of 'Double Date.' Pacey wakes up the day after the carnival to a new reality no one saw coming.

Disclaimer: I only own the plot.

Rating: R

A/N: Sorry for the delay.

-break-

"Knock, knock."

Dawson jumped hearing the voice behind him, turning his eyes widened, finding a still slightly pale Pacey standing in his doorway. "Hey, I thought you were still in the hospital?"

"They let me out for good behavior." Pacey snickered sarcastically stepping in Dawson's room. Sitting on his bed Pacey turned to his friend smiling sheepishly. "It wasn't anything to do with the cancer. I'm very anemic and stupid." Dawson's raised brow made him chuckle. "I didn't eat anything at the party and snuck a few beers to ease my anxiety."

The blonde shook his head whistling. "And what'd Joey have to say to that?"

"She read me the riot act." Pacey laughed shaking his head, his fingers picking nervously at the nails on his other hand. "But I know she cares…"

"We all do." Dawson responded with a smile, his own hands picking at his jeans. "I think you almost gave dad a heart attack with the way you passed out."

Pacey sighed rubbing a hand across his face. "Someone else to apologize to."

"I'm sure he'd appreciate that." Dawson smiled leaning back in his chair, his eyes taking in his friend. "Was there another reason you came by?"

"Yeah." Pacey nodded sitting up straighter gnawing on his lower lip. "I know my thank you was kind of cut off, but I wanted you to know I am beyond thankful and plan on working in it as soon as possible."

"That's good, but don't over do it. You're still recovering."

"Thanks." Pacey blushed, he was still not used to so many people caring about him. "Umm when do I get to see this diamond in the rough?"

Dawson grinned, his eyes sparkling. "Whenever. Dads' friend towed it to the marina so you can look at it…work on it there."

Pacey returned his grin, shaking his head. "That's awesome man. Thank you."

"You're welcome." Dawson chuckled, nodding toward his computer. "Well, I need to finish my editing but if you need any help dad has already said he'd be happy to help…I don't know much about boats, but I can help the best I can."

"Thanks D, I gotta get back before Joey sends out my brother to find me…but I'll take a look at her and get back to you."

"No problem, take your time." Dawson stood up giving Pacey a manly pat on his shoulder. "You can take my boat if it'll be easier."

Pacey felt warmth spread through him with his friend's concern. "Thanks Dawson."

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