Over the next week, it was Jack & Jenna this, Jack & Jenna that.

She was on the bus every single day, making me miserable. I hadn't showered in a few days, I just sat in my bunk instead of working with Vinny. Alex could tell how miserable I was, but everyone else was too blind to notice.

I heard a giggle from the front lounge & I rolled my eyes as I stuck my hand into a Cheeto bag I had just opened minutes before. I brought a few Cheetos up to my mouth & I ate them, not hearing the footsteps approaching.

The curtain on my bunk was pulled open fiercely, making me jump.

"Fuck Alex!" I said. He didn't smile, only stared from me to the bag of snacks.

"What?" I asked, cocking my head to the side.

"What are you doing, Rebecca?" Alex asked with a sigh. I looked down & didn't answer him. I knew what he was getting at, & my appearance & diet wasn't helping anything. I went to stick my hand back in the Cheeto bag, but Alex snatched it away before I could. I groaned & threw my head back, hitting the wall behind me. Alex tossed the bag into his bunk & clambered in next to me, closing the curtain.

"We're talking about this, whether you like it or not, Rebecca," Alex said.

"What if I don't want to? What if I don't care?" I asked.

"Well that's just bull. Look at you. You obviously care. You haven't showered, you're eating junk food like there's no tomorrow, you haven't been working, & you've been sitting in your bunk all week. So don't you dare tell me you don't care, because I know you do," Alex said. I sighed.

"I tried telling him. I honestly did. You wanna know what he said?"

"What was that?"

"He told me it can wait, Alex. He told me that it could wait," I said bitterly as tears swam in my eyes, "I've been waiting and waiting, but I can't do it."

"Stop telling me that!" Alex said loudly.

"Why?" I asked.

"Because you sound pathetic! I've told you that you can, you just don't believe it! I've tried, Rebecca. Honestly I have. If you're not going to tell him, so help me God, I'll do it myself!" Alex retorted, making tears fall fast & thick down my cheeks.

"Why do you want this so bad?" I asked quietly, finding a loose thread on my blanket to pick at.

"Because I hate watching you mourn over this. My heart breaks for you every time that girl walks on this bus. I've seen the look in your eyes when you look at him, I swear I've seen it all. Watching you... break down like... like this is- it's just difficult. You are capable of telling Jack your feelings, whether he's got a god damn girlfriend or not. You're one of my best friends, and I love you," Alex said. I stared at him- just stared, & he stared back.

"Okay," I whispered. Alex smiled faintly, & he kissed my cheek.

"You really should take a shower," he said before leaving the bunk. I jumped down a minute later & scurried to the bathroom, closing the door behind me. I started the shower & stripped myself of my one week old clothes before stepping in.

After my shower, I found some clothes & made sure I had some privacy before throwing on my bra & underwear before pulling on a pair of black shorts. I tugged on a red tank top & slipped on a pair of flip flops.

I shamefully walked out to the front lounge, only finding Alex there.

"Alright beautiful, we're going outside," Alex said.

"Outside?" I groaned.

"Outside," Alex agreed. I followed him off the bus & cringed as the hot sun hit my eyes. He took hold of my hand, & he led me away from the bus.

"Where are you taking me?" I asked.

"You'll see," Alex said quietly as he dragged me along. It took five minutes, but we made it to the stage. I cocked an eyebrow at Alex, but he only winked at me as he led me to the side of the stage.

"This is why I wanted you to go take a shower. Just stay here," Alex said as Danny handed him his guitar. I frowned as I saw the back of Jack's head, Jenna's next to his. I stayed however, & they all ran out on stage after a few minutes of waiting. The crowd cheered & I stayed a good distance away from Jenna as I moved closer to the stage itself.

At the end of their set, Jack looked over, probably expecting to meet Jenna's eyes, but he met mine instead. He smiled wide at me, & my stomach churned as my heart sped up. I smiled back for a brief second before looking down & shifting my weight from one foot to the other.

"This last song is called Dear Maria, Count Me In! I dedicate this to my friend who's having a hard time with her feelings right now. Rebecca, I love you, girl!" Alex shouted into the microphone. He looked back at me before the song started, & he smiled at me.

I felt my face redden, & I couldn't get the stupid blush off my face until after all four guys ran off stage.

"Did you like the show, Rebecca?" Alex asked after giving his guitar to Danny.

"I loved it. Thank you, Alex, for taking me over here. It was fantastic," I said glancing at Jack as he walked towards me, completely blowing Jenna off. He engulfed me in a sudden hug, catching me off guard. I wrapped my arms around his neck & pulled him closer to me. After a couple more seconds, Jack pulled away & smiled at me. I looked from Jack to Alex, seeing the smirk that painted his lips so delicately. My eyes flicked back to Jack's, & I sighed.

"Can we talk?" I asked in a small voice.

"Sure," he said with a small smile.

"Great," I said, also smiling, as I led him back to the bus.

We weren't even on the bus five minutes when Jenna came storming in.

"Jacky!" She complained, her blonde hair falling over her right shoulder.

"Yes?" Jack asked in an annoyed tone.

"We were supposed to hang out tonight," she said with a pout. Jack sighed.

"Look, Jenna- there's something that I need to say," Jack said, walking over to her. My heart leapt into my throat. I knew what was coming next.

"What is it, Jacky-Bear?" She asked, making me cringe.

"I don't think that this- us- I mean, is going to work out," Jack said. Jenna took a step back with a confused look on her face.

"What are you saying exactly?" She asked, narrowing her eyes at him.

"Jenna, I'm breaking up with you," Jack said. She furrowed her eyebrows together before slapping him & traipsing off the bus. I raised my eyebrows as Jack turned around, rubbing his cheek.

"I'm sorry, Jacky. That was all my fault," I said. He looked at me & shook his head.

"You shouldn't be sorry. Nothing was your fault," he said. I smiled & Jack returned to his spot next to me.

"What did you want to talk about?" Jack asked after a minute of silence.

"I know that you... that you like me..." I trailed off, & Jack nodded, cheeks turning a light shade of pink, "& I wanted to tell you that I.. I um.. I like you too. A lot." I didn't meet his eyes after saying it, my own cheeks turning a light shade of scarlet.

I glanced at Jack who had the faintest of smiles on his face.

"Really?" He asked quietly, making me nod as a smile tugged on my own lips. Suddenly, Alex ran into my view with a huge grin on his face.

"You did it, Rebecca!" He said loudly. I stood up and embraced him.

"I did it!" I said, looking at Jack.

"I've waited a long time for those words, " Jack said quietly before standing up & pushing his lips onto mine. I immediately kissed back, wrapping my arms around his neck as his found my hips. He pulled me closer, pressing my body flush against his.

This was absolutely perfect.

Notes

Chapter Eight!

Title Cred: All Time Low!

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