Thankfully, Jack and I decided to change into some real pjs before watching a movie last night. Cause we fell asleep in each others arms. It's easier to say that we both accidentally passed out on the couch, then explain why Jack's in boxers and I'm only in underwear on the couch for whatever impossible reason.

Our parents didn't question it when we woke up, and we all ate breakfast liked usual. Jack and I had to get ready soon after because the show their playing at is a good five hours away. We said goodbye to Joyce and dad ahead of time since they'd both be off to work by the time the guys picked us up for the road trip.

I was putting a few last minute items in my bag when Jack came into my room.

“Ember!” He yelled, and I looked at him confused.
“Yes?”
“Where the hell is my bag of extra picks?” He screamed, and I frowned. Really? This early?
“I don't know...”
“Well the only people who are ever in my room are you and me! I had them on Thursday, now they're suddenly gone!”
“Well, I didn't touch them.” I said calmly turn back aroudn to me bag. Jack grabbed my shoulder and made me look at him.
“You had to! Is this some sick fucking joke? I need those! I'm not going to survive the show with one God damn pick.”
“Maybe you shouldn't have misplaced them.:” I snapped back. Jack's eyes darkened for a second before his hand left my shoulder to collide with my face.

I stumbled back, astonished. I couldn't believe it...he just...hit me? I brought my hand to my face, and found my lip bleeding. Jack was still glaring at me, not even looking sorry.

“What the fuck Jack?” I asked, trying to hold back tears from the stinging in my face.
“Where are my picks?”
“I didn't touch your stupid picks!”

I shoved passed him and looked in his room. It look like a tornado hit. Looking around, I moved some clothes on the floor. I heard Jack walk in.

“Did I say you could come in here?” He screamed, and I ignored him. “Fucking answer me.”
“I'm looking for you fucking picks so you'll leave me alone.” I checked under the bed, and sure enough, they were there. I picked up the baggie and threw it at him. “There. Happy? I didn't move them, they must have fell you idiot.”

I went back to my room, shutting and locking the door. Jack didn't come to me or anything, so I just slid down to the floor and burst into tears.

Alex and the guys showed up about half an hour later. Jack and I haven't said a word to each other since this incident. I was scared to bring it up. We packed out things up int the trailer.

“We left the very back open for you two.” Zack said, opening the door for us. I forced a smile.
“Awesome, thanks.” Jack just mumbled something too before getting first, grabbing my arm and tugging me in with him.

This was going to be a long ride.

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The guys were all too busy joking around or talking about tonight's show to notice my lack of conversation or the fact that there was tension between Jack and I. I wasn't mad, not really. I know it was an accident, but that doesn't change the fact that it happened. I was leaning against his side, trying not to be distant or anything. I said I would be there for him through everything, and I am keeping that promise.

“Hey Ember! What happened to your lip?” Lex asked, looking back at me. Jack tensed, and I just shrugged, faking a laugh.
“My dumbass bit it while eating breakfast.”
“Ha, I wish I saw that. You're such a genius!” Alex laughed, and hung over his seat so he could see me better. “Are you excited for tonight?”
“Hell yeah.”
“We're going to have a party at my place after. You guys better show up.”
“We will.” I promised. “
“Good, cause I invited your buddy Dalton.” Alex said, turning back around.

Soon we were at the venue, and I met their manager Matt. The guys had to set up their own equipment, so that left me alone with the guy for a bit.

“So, you're with Jack?”
“Yep.” I popped.
“Cool. Has he asked you to be part of all this at all.” I shook my head. “Wanna start anyway?”
“What would I even do?” I asked.
“You could sell merch if we every get that far. But for now, we have a box full of their sample cd. I don't have time to go outside and sell them.”
“I'll do it.” I agreed. Anything to not be stuck in the same room as Jack for a bit.
“Thanks, you're a life saver!” Matt gave me a hug. “Here follow me, I'll tell you exactly what to do. Try to sell at least twenty, okay?”
“Sounds like a plan.”

Selling cds was way harder then I thought. Some people refused to talk to me, others would listen to the headphones and cd player I had, but wouldn't buy it. Wasting my time. I found a few tricks to get them to buy it. The doors were going to be opening in about ten minutes and I still had four cds to sell. I did not want to try and do this later.

“Hey!” I yelled, getting people's attention. “For every cd I sell, I'll to a dare that the buyer asks.”
“Lick the pavement.” Someone said, holding up some money. I took it, handed them a cd, and bent down to do so.
“That was weak, anyone else?” I called, and people seemed to like this better. After some gross, demeaning, or weak ass dares. I had half the box gone in five minutes.

I decided to leave soon, right after I sold one more cd. Some kid rose his hand.

“Can I take a picture with you?”
“Why would you want a picture?” I asked, and he shrugged.
“You're with the band right?”
“Basically.”
“That's why! Can I kiss your cheek in it?”
“Um, I'm gonna have to go with a no on that one. But the picture is okay.” I said. He gave me some money, and I handed him a cd. Someone too a picture for us, his arm was around my waist while both of us smiled.
“Thanks.” He cheered. “This is so going on tumblr.”

I laughed and decided to head back. Doors would be opening soon and this crowd has gotten pretty massive.

Notes

Oh no, Jack's still having mood swings.

Wonder if that picture will cause any issues....

All soon to be seen