Want.

After getting the news from the doctors, Alex and Jack hailed another taxi and headed home. They discussed what Alex should tell the fans. He decided to tweet, “I got in a total freak accident. I’m a little bruised up, but other than that I’m okay. Can’t wait to see you guys in two days in Amityville, NY!”

When they finally arrived back at their venue, two police cars were parked outside of their tour bus. Alex and Jack paid the taxi driver and got out of the vehicle. Walking by the police cars, they noticed that they were empty. Looks like they were already inside the tour bus.

Jack helped Alex up the steps and they entered the tour bus. Rian and the crew were all sitting in the lobby. “Where’s Zack?” Alex asked them, worry evident on his face.

“The cops took him into the back lounge. Lisa is back there, too,” Rian replied, “Oh, yeah, don’t you two have something to tell us?”

“What do you mean?” Jack asked back. Zack must have ratted them out.

“Zack told us. Spit it out!” Jeff spoke up out of the blue.

“Damn! Okay! Alex and I are a thing, okay?” Jack answered.

“Fuck yes! Took long enough,” Vinny said, his sarcasm evident as usual. Alex sighed in relief as Rian and the crew tackled them in hugs. They had all been hoping they’d happen eventually.

“Alex Gaskarth?” A police officer said, grabbing everyone’s attention.

“Yes. That’s me. May I help you?” Alex replied.

“We would like to speak to you in the back lounge. Jack Barakat is needed as well.”

“Of course,” Jack said. He grabbed Alex’s hand and squeezed it. He could tell Alex was tense and anxious. He was slightly nervous himself.

Alex squeezed Jack’s hand back and they walked to the back lounge behind the officer. Zack and Lisa were sitting on opposite sides of the room. Lisa was handcuffed and sat between two officers.

“Can you tell us what happened this evening?” The officer asked Alex. Alex took a deep breath and began to tell them the whole thing. Lisa tried to objectify multiple times only to be shushed whenever she did. The cops weren’t stupid. All the evidence they needed was from how beat up Alex was and the cuts on Lisa’s fists from hitting him.

“That’s all we needed to know Alex. I’m sorry for what happened here. Lisa will now be in our custody and a trial will be held in a few weeks. Thank you for your time,” The officer that had walked them in there said. Lisa tried to fight the officers and they lead her out of the tour bus. She screamed profanities and threats at the two men as she left. Moments later, the cops pulled out of the venue.

“Well, that was eventful,” Zack said.

“Thank you for taking care of that, Zack. I owe you one,” Jack said, giving Zack a hug.

“Nah, I already outed you guys. Count us as even,” Zack said, leaving the room with a smile.

“C’mon Lex, let’s get you to bed. I know you’re tired and you have to rest,” Jack said. He picked Alex up bridal style and carried him to his bunk.

“Are we sleeping together?” Alex mumbled, sleep already taking him over.

“Yes, baby. I’m gonna snuggle you,” Jack answered, kissing Alex’s forehead. He pulled the blankets back with one hand and then laid Alex down. He climbed in and wrapped his arms around Alex, spooning him. Soon after, he heard Alex’s cute little snores. He breathed in Alex’s scent and fell asleep happier than ever.

Notes

I know I am a piece of shit. I'm really sorry, ugh. Next chapter will be super cute! Ily all. ~Key.

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Title Credit: Something's Gotta Give by All Time Low.