Kennedy hugged me tightly. It’s been almost a year since I last saw him or any of the guys in The Maine. What were they doing in Baltimore?
“What the hell you been up to, man?” I asked.
“We’ve been touring like crazy. It’s been so insane. I’ve missed you and everybody. The guys miss you.” He said.
“Are the guys here?” I asked.
“No, well yeah, Pat, Jared, and Tim are here. John and Garrett are back at the hotel.” He said. I frowned.
“They’re sick.” He said. I smiled.
“That’s good that they are there.” I laughed. Kennedy hugged me again.
“I’ve missed you too much. Why don’t you just move out to Arizona and forget about all of these losers?” Kennedy joked.
“I’d love to. But what would I do in Arizona, Kennedy?” I asked. He smirked.
“We all can hang out and you can eat at the favorite restaurant of yours.” He said.
“Where would I stay at?” I said.
“You can stay with me.” He said.
“So I can sleep on the couch? That’s fun.” I said.
“We could always share my bed. I’m not promising I’d keep my hands to myself, though.” He laughed. I slapped his arm lightly. Truth is, I’ve always had a crush on Kennedy.
“Then why are we still here? We best be getting to Arizona then?” I asked.
He kissed my cheek, “You’re funny, Jess.”
“Many people have told me that.” I said grabbing his hand and dragging him over to my bed.
“Are we can do some things in your bed? Whichever you prefer?” He asked then tackled me to my bed and started tickling me. I did everything in my power to get him to stop. Nothing happened until I accidently swung my arm and got him right in the nose. He flew off me and onto the floor, holding his nose. I jumped off the bed and kneeled down beside him.
“Oh God, fuck, are you okay?” I asked. Kennedy pulled his hand away and all I saw was blood. I helped him and we went into the bathroom. He sat on the toilet seat and I got a wash rag and put warm water on it. The bleeding had stop so now I was just wiping the blood off his face.
“I’m so sorry, Kennedy.” I said. I felt like crying. I felt so bad.
“It’s okay, Jess but damn, you have a strong hit.” He said. The blood was wiped away and I looked at his nose closer.
“It’s going to swell.” I stated.
“It’s okay. I’ll just tell people I put the other guy in the hospital.” He said.
I laughed, “You’re too awesome, Kennedy.” I kissed his cheek and went to step away from him but he grabbed my arm and pulled me back to him. We both just stared at each other. Not one of us said a word to each other. Then it all kind of happened so fast. I felt his breath on my lips then I felt his soft lips on mine. I felt him rub my left cheek as my hand ran through his hair. The lips left me breathless. The kiss was interrupted when I heard Pat’s loud voice coming from my room. I knew I need to get back out there but I didn’t want to move. I looked at Kennedy. He smiled weakly.
“What was that?” I asked.
“Honestly, I’m not sure. I’m sorry.” He said walking over to the door.
“Sorry for what?” I asked.
“It might confuse you. I’m just sorry.” He said. He went to grab the door handle and I reached out for his hand. I took it in mine and he looked at me.
“I didn’t hate it, Kennedy.” I whispered. He pulled me close to him, grabbing the back of my neck and then pressing his lips against harder than before. I never thought I’d say I’d be kissing Kennedy Brock. I heard a knock on the door then Pat shouts to see if I was in there. I had to take a moment to catch my breathing.
“Yeah, Kennedy had a nose bleeding.” I said then Kennedy opened the door and pretty much everybody was chilling in my room.
“My room always holds the killer parties. Whether it’s sexually or not.” I said causing everybody to laugh but Danny just looked at me in shock.
“I was kidding. I’m not a slut.” I said. I frowned because now whenever I hear that word it’ll remind me of what Alex said. I glanced at Alex. He glanced at me then down at my hand which my fingers were linked together. Alex didn’t have a say over what I can and cannot do. I’ll be with whoever, where I want, and I do whoever I want. Alex was just a friend. I looked at Kennedy. He was just standing there, talking to Flyzik and Evan. Did he even notice we were still holding hands? Pat came up to me and started talking. He gave me a hug which made me let go of Kennedy’s hand. I felt lost without really. As soon as Pat finished hugging me though, Kennedy had his hand in mine again. What was this about? What was going on?
“I’m hungry.” I heard Jack shout. I sigh. I knew where this was going. I was either going to have to cook and they would force me to go get them food.
“What do you want?” I asked because it was quite quiet.
“I think of something.” Kennedy whispered. I tried hard not to smile.
“I want Jack In The Box.” Jack said.
“Okay, Jack In The Box it is.” I said. Everybody went downstairs and I got everybody’s order then Tim and I went and got their food. I loved hanging out with Tim. He was easy to talk to and I could tell him everything. He notice the way Kennedy and I were acting when we come from the bathroom. He asked me what was up and I told him we kissed and he just smiled.
“You know, Kennedy has always had a thing for you. He was never with a girl in that year long wait just to see you. I think he might tell you how his feels.” Tim said. How much does Kennedy like me? Why does he like me?
“What? Why? I’m confused.” I said and I was confused. I didn’t know what Tim was on about.
“Nothing, nevermind. Let’s get back to the hungry boys.” Tim said grabbing my arm. I was now curious. How much did Kennedy like me? Also, what was Alex deal back at the house. It’s been such a confusing day.