Billie’s POV

I remember that night he called me. The words fell out of his mouth with so much speed I couldn’t pick up on what he said. I just knew something was wrong, I’ve never heard him cry like that before. Whenever I sit down and get lost in my thoughts, the memory just plays back again.

~flashback~

“Hello” I spoke after picking up my phone.

“B-Billie” his voice squeaked.

Jack.

“Jack!” I exclaimed.

I haven’t heard from Jack in four months. Him, Alex, Rian and Zack had been busy finishing their tour around the US. That’s when I knew something was seriously wrong. He never called me unless he was upset or in dire need of help.

“A-A-Alex, h-he broke u-up with m-me” he sobbed hysterically.

“Jack calm down and speak slowly” I soothed.

I heard him taking in sharp breaths and I sat back on the couch of my apartment. I bit my lip as I tried to wrap my head around speaking to him again.

“Alex...he broke up with me” Jack whispered.

“What! Why!” I yelled.

Anger boiled inside me as I balled my fist and tried not to punch something.

“He said it wasn’t working, and that his heart lay with Austin’s. He’s gone to be with Austin. I don’t want to be here anymore Billie, I can’t stand the pain” Jack muttered.

I swallowed hard as I stood up and looked outside at the weather. It was sunny and clear today, perfect weather for catching a flight to Oakland.

“Listen Jack, pack your shit, you’re moving in with me” I replied.

“W-what?” he stammered.

“Look, you can still be involved with your band, I can throw in some money for you to travel back and fourth. Just, do it Jack...come live with me” I answered.

There was silence before Jack let out a slight chuckle of happiness, a smile spreading across my face.

“I’ll book my flight right now” he replied as I smiled widely.

~end flashback~

Now here I am, sitting in the arrival lounge of Oakland airport waiting for Jack. I didn’t want to sound horrible in the slightest, but I could somehow sense that Alex was going to fall head over heels for Austin eventually. I was somehow pleased with it. I can’t deny that my feelings for Jack were growing day by day. But, I didn’t want to drop this on him so quickly. I just need to be there to comfort him. I can recall the time we were in my hotel room in the UK, it was after Alex had punched the fuck out of me, I told Jack we would never work. It still plays in my mind these days.

~flashback~

“He obviously has feelings for you Jack” I mused, pacing around the room.

“Bullshit, he ran away when I kissed him” Jack protested.

“He was probably surprised. But you saw what he did to me. Only someone so jealous would do such a thing” I replied.

Jack looked down at the floor and tried to wrap his head around what I said. I lifted his chin up and kissed his forehead softly.

“We would never work Jack, it’s quite clear you love Alex too. Maybe you should consider it” I whispered.

“You really think so?” he questioned.

“Jack please, I’m Billie Joe Fucking Armstrong, of course I’m sure” I chuckled.

~end flashback~

Sometimes I regret ever saying that to him. But it was true, at the time. Now, I’m not so sure, I think the feelings are starting to show and I’m scared shitless. The sun was starting to set on the city and I relaxed in one of the seats. I looked up at the TV screen and saw that Jack’s plane had landed. I smiled as I stood up and waited near the gate.

“Welcome to Oakland” a woman said as passengers started walking up the alley.

My nerves started to kick in as I saw that skunk hair come into view. My foot kept tapping on the ground and I growled at myself to stop. Jack caught sight of me as he smiled, a look of relief on his face. His bags all piled onto him. I walked up to him as I pulled him into my arms. Jack started to sob into the crook of my neck and I could feel his breath against my neck.

“Shh, Jack, it’ll be ok” I soothed.

His body shook a little as I hugged him tighter.

“I’m just so relieved to be here” he whispered.

I smiled a little as I smoothed my hand over his hair and nuzzled into his neck, trying to comfort him more. We pulled away and I found myself looking at his lips, dammit Billie! I looked back up at Jack as he blushed a little and I raised an eyebrow. I had the sudden urge to kiss him but I decided against it.

“Come on, let’s get you home, showered and fed” I mused.

“Thank you Billie” Jack replied.

“For what?” I asked.

“Just...everything” he chuckled.

I smirked as I held my hand out to him, a blush spreading across his face as he took his hand in mine. I felt a tingling sensation in my hand and I tried not to flinch. Don’t blow your cover Billie, he’s just broken up with Alex for Christ’s sake. I grabbed Jack’s bag and swung it over my shoulder as he grabbed the other two and we made our way out of the airport to my car.

“Billie” Jack mumbled.

“Yeah?” I replied.

There was silence before Jack looked at me, then looked away.

“Never mind, I forgot what it was” he answered as he climbed into the car.

I raised an eyebrow before I got in the driver’s side and started the car. This is going to be one hell of a rollercoaster, trying to make Jack feel better as well as keep my feelings at bay. I care about Jack too much, so much so, I’d hate to lose him. He doesn’t deserve this, he deserves to be loved and wanted. I’m going to try and give him that. And who knows, maybe he feels the same, but I highly doubt he does. God Billie, you’re just digging your grave deeper and deeper.

“Hey Jack, wanna go out for dinner?” I asked.

“Is that a date?” he joked.

“Well, y’know...no, it doesn’t have to be” I laughed.

Jack smiled a little as he relaxed in his seat.

“I’d like that” he sighed softly.

I nodded as we drove out the airport and sped down the highway. I found myself looking at Jack from time to time as he gazed out the window. Damn, he’s so beautiful, and the butterflies just went around and around in the pit of my stomach. I really want to see if anything develops. But I shouldn’t get my hopes up. I sighed as I looked at Jack once more, before putting my eyes on the road, my heart pounding softly. Damn you Jack Barakat. Damn you Alex for being such a prick. And damn myself for falling for someone who is too good for me.

Notes

So yeah o: this is basically another fan fiction I'm starting involving Jack :P I had a reader of my Jalex say she liked the thought of Billie and Jack so I thought I'd start up this. I hope you enjoy and I hope it is to your liking. Title is from Never Never by Korn c: