I felt a stutter and a waiver
Cutting like a razor
Like fire through the snow
Then straight down to the bone


Alex's p.o.v.

When I woke up, it was because the sound of chattering and raised voices echoed through my room. I sighed as I rubbed my eyes, hating that I always got woken up way before my normal routine at home on weekends. I was still getting used to "the tour life" and dealing with "tour bus routines". I got my fair amount of travel sickness, and now I think I was starting to get used to it. I loved wherever we stopped, because then I could exit the bus and look at the different location we had entered.

I think I was starting to really like travelling.

My dad's mates were really cool, funny and just plain fucking awesome. They always threw the best parties and had the best time, making sure to include me into it. It was really great and fun.

A loud laugh made me groan, exiting my bed and throwing a random t-shirt on with some shorts. I didn't bother to brush my hair or anything as I walked out my room. I'm quite sure they were all used to my morning hair by now.

I yawned as I reached the main part of the bus, seeing crew members messing around and talking. There was no sign of my dad or Mark anyway. They're probably fucking somewhere. I sighed as I said a quick hello and walked off into the small kitchen part.

I decided on making myself a quick sandwich, as I was still really tired. As I've been staying up late talking to Jack, my sleep has been trying to catch up with me. But being in a bus with a load of other people, sleeping in is never easy. Plus I sometimes had to be places with my dad.

I was cutting the sandwich in two when someone tapped in my shoulder. I turned around, finding James looking at me with a cute grin.

"Hey. Your dad told me to tell you that today is the last day we're in Baltimore, and that we're be more around California." He informed, placing his hands into his front pockets of his jeans. The one thing I missed most of the time was barely seeing my dad much when he's on tour, and even though I'm with him on this tour, on the same bus, we don't see each other as I would like too. And when we do see each other, we only talk for a little. I'm used to this now, though, so I didn't get too upset when he tells me he has to be somewhere.

"Oh, really? Thanks for telling me." I thanked. He nodded, turning away and walking off somewhere else.

Only when I was picking up my sandwich did I realise what he said.

The last day in Baltimore. The last show. I gotta tell Jack.

I quickly finished off my sandwich at the kitchen, seeing as we weren't allowed to eat at the bunk area.

I then rushed to my room, earning weird looks from most of the people, but I shook it off. I got to my room, picking my phone up from the charger, and sat down. I pulled up Jack's contacts, sending in a message.

To: Jack :3
Hey, you needa get down here. It's the last day I'm playing in Baltimore. Can you get transport? If not, I can order you a taxi and I'll pay. Don't worry about tickets, I'll let you in. Meet me by the gates. Text me if you can come over.

I let out a breath as I sent it. The message probably didn't make sense, but I'm sure Jack would understand. I mean, I've sent him messages half asleep before and he understood.

I got up to go shower, this time remembering a towel. Amazing, I know.

Once I finished showering, I quickly got out, blocking out peoples' stares, and entered my room. Maybe I should start taking my clothes with me when I go to shower? Yeah.

After I got changed into a black top and my American flag jeans, I got my hairspray and went to the mirror. I took my time styling my hair, because if I rush it, it'd look like I had been dragged threw a hedge a thousand times.

My phone let out a beep as I just finished styling my hair. I pulled the last strand into place and got up, walking over to the bed. I opened up the messages, seeing it was from Jack.

From: Jack :3
I told my mum. We're on our way.

I couldn't stop the smile on my face. I also couldn't stop the thought of how much better that message would be with a "x" on the end. If only...

I got up to put my red converse on, stuffing my phone into my jean pocket. It looked warm outside, so I forgot about the jumper and exited my room.

I bumped into Travis and told him that I was going out for a few hours, and that I was with Jack. He just nodded, telling me to be back by 6:30 PM. It was 10AM now, so that gave me a shit load of time to spend with Jack, that's if he could stay out that long, of course. I could always order him a taxi back, probably get in it with him if it was dark, as he said he hates being in cars when it's dark. He has this thing going on that he's had for ages, which is being terrified of being cars in the dark, no matter who with, because of a horror movie he had seen. It's where a car stops at a lonely road, then zombies -or some shit- breaks in and kills who ever is in the car. To be honest, I think that's a bit crazy, but whatever.

I walked out the bus, making my journey to the front gates. It was quite a walk from my bus at the gates, but at least there's a lot to see, like people putting tents up. It was fun to watch, I guess.

On my way to the gates, a girl with long purple hair stopped me.

"You're Alex DeLonge, yes?" She asked, a weird accent echoing through my ears.

"Yeah, I am. Can I help you?" I asked politely, and her bright green eyes lit up with happiness, the same with her smile.

"Woah, wow, okay. Oh, my. I just want to tell you that I love your music." She said excitedly as she looked at me with amazement. I was flattered as she complimented my music. I think I just met my first fan.

"Awh, thank you." I smiled happily at her. She gasped as she got her phone out, with a permanent marker.

"Could you sign this, please?" She asked, her accent coming in stronger. I still had no idea what it was, but I thought it was sweet and cute.

"Yeah, sure." She gave me her phone and marker, and I scribbled down my signature on her phone, adding a smiley face.

"Not to sound rude, as it has been amazing seeing you, but how are you here? The gates don't open til later." I asked with a confused expression, giving her her phone back.

"Oh, I help my mum with tents." She smiled, showing off her perfectly white teeth.

"Oh, right. Well, it's been nice meeting my first fan. Thank you."

"First fan?"

"Yeah, I haven't had anyone come up to me and compliment my music and asking for signatures before. What's your name, by the way?"

"Oh cool. I'm sure you'll get more fans coming up to you soon. I'm Caitlin. Anyways, I got to go." She gave me a short hug and left, waving. I waved back and continued my journey to the gates. Wow, that felt amazing. At least I know someone likes my music. That sure as hell made me feel like the luckiest man on earth.

As I saw the gates in view, my phone beeped, telling me I had a text. I already knew who it was before I checked.

From: Jack :3
We're about twenty minutes away now. Seeya soon.

My heart leaped in my chest knowing Jack was only twenty minutes away. Twenty minutes away from seeing that twat again. I couldn't wait.

I took my time walking to the gates, hoping that time went quicker, but five minutes only went by when I got to them. I decided to tell the man at the gates [A/N I haven't been to an outside arena, so I don't know what the hell happens, or what security they have. Sorry.] that I was expecting someone, and asked permission to let him in. I showed him my pass, and he just nodded, telling me it was okay for Jack to enter when he gets here.

It seemed like I was standing at the gate forever until someone tapped my shoulder, making me smile as I turned around, because I knew who it is.

I threw my arms around Jack, giving him a tight, warm hug, because holy shit, Jack.

"Alex," He gasped, sounding like he was trying to catch his breath. "you're gonna end up killing me."

I instantly let him go, pulling my arms back to my sides. Jack just giggled, yes giggled, and then slipped his arms under mine and pulled me into a less-tighter hug. I grinned, pulling my arms around him.

"Hey." I laughed, giving him a squeeze before pulling away.

"Hello." He said maybe a bit too excitedly, but at least I know he's happy to see me. He dropped his hands to his side and I looked at what he was wearing. He was wearing the same red jumper from where we first met, a grey top and black skinny jeans. His hair was nicely straightened and styled. Damn.

"Alex?" Jack poked me on the bicep, making my daze drop from his body to his eyes. I tried my best not to blush at the fact he saw me checking him out.

"Yeah?" I asked, feeling my cheeks warm up.

"What do we do now?"

"We could fuck?" I said way too seriously. Jack gasped as he pushed my chest.

"You don't tell a lady that we're gonna fuck on the second date." He crossed his arms over his chest, making an "annoyed" face.

"You're a lady?" I chuckled.

"I'm actually a Goddess." He remarked, huffing as he raised his chin to make him look proud.

"Well, my Goddess, where would you like to go?" I reached for his hand, holding it like he was a princess.

"Um... let's just walk around!" Jack said happily, sounding incredibly cute. I nodded, letting go of his warm hand and lead him the way, wishing I could hold his hand forever.

Notes

Friggin' finally. ;-;
Some of you may know that I had internet problems, writer's block and just moved house. So that sums up why this had took 2 months to write.
Also, most of you know that sadly MakeMeLoveATL has decided to leave this story (and IKASIYKMG -woah) due to some personal problems. It has been a pleasure to write with her, and I know we're all gonna miss her amazing chapters (haha, you're stuck with my sucky shit).
Thank you MMLATL

Chloe
p.s. I suck at goodbye notes, sorry.