Falling For The Shoulder You Lean On, chapter 12
Three Months Later.
Tre's POV
So this whole friends with benefits thing has been going on for the past few months and I love it. I feel like I am cheating on Seri, not the other way around. I hate it when I have to bring Izzy out on dates and I have to leave Seri alone. I cannot wait until she makes up her mind about me. I really want to go back out with her. Of course I do. Too bad I never know what she is thinking. That is one of the things about her that I love and hate at the same time. Tonight I have to bring Izzy to another award show. Smiling for cameras and feeding them exactly what they want. False relationships under the glitz and glamour of the Hollywood lights. I hate it. Makes me sick every time I pick up a magazine and see myself with Izzy.
I had a pretty restless night. I have been smoking pack after pack and feeling like shit. Seri left a week ago for some shoot in Bermuda. I have basically been rotting away in the house since she left. I miss her. I have to be up in a few hours to go shopping for a tux with Izzy. Joy. I decided that sleep was out of the question so I walked downstairs and made a sea breeze. I turned on the television and skipped through the channels. On E! there was a mini documentary on Seri. Over the past few months she has become a fixture in the modeling world. I watched it until it ended. It showed her smiling and laughing with the other models behind the scenes at shoots. I could not help but smile at how beautiful she looked. I started to doze off when my phone rang.
"Hello."
"Yeah, Tre."
"Mike, man what's up?"
"Nothing. You know that our world tour is coming up soon."
"I totally spaced. Shit. When is it?"
"In the next month or so."
"Damn. What am I gonna do?"
"About the whole Seri thing?"
"Yeah."
"Adie is inviting her as a friend. She is staying the whole tour."
"Are you serious?"
"No lie."
"That fucking rocks."
"Yeah, I thought you'd say something like that."
"Oh fuck, what do I tell, Izzy?"
"She's an actress right?"
"Yeah."
"She filming anything?"
"Yeah."
"Bingo! She can't spend the whole tour with you. Just be on your best behavior when she's there."
"Alright, I'll do that. Thanks man."
"Aren't you glad I'm your friend?"
"Every day of my life."
"Good. Now I gotta go. Britt is wearing that coffee perfume again."
"Ha ha ha. You go get her tiger."
"Tre."
"Yeah, Mike."
"Don't ever call me tiger again."
"Will do."
I hung up with him. Yes! I was spending almost an entire year with Seri. I just cannot believe it. The phone call really cheered me up. I went up to my room to get dressed when my cell rang this time. Jeez, does everyone have to call me at the same time?
"Hello?"
"Tre!"
"Seri! How are you?"
"I'm doing good. How about you?"
"Slowly withering away since you're not here."
"Oh that's nice. Why don't you call up Izzy?"
"You know she isn't a pimple on your perfect ass."
"Are you saying I have pimples on my ass?"
"I'm saying that she's nothing to me."
"That's good to know."
"It is."
"So, did Mike call you?"
"Yeah, about a minute ago. So you're really coming on tour with us?"
"Yup, but only 'cuz Adie asked me."
"Sure."
"Well, I could just not go... "
"No, don't say that!"
"Why?"
"Because then I'd have to resort to jerking off in bathroom stalls to your magazine ads thinking of what might have been."
"You had this all planned out, huh?"
"Oh yeah."
"I am going."
"Yey!"
"Okay, I have to go now. Boss wants me now."
"What are you shooting today?"
"Victoria's Secret."
"Are you trying to make me hard?"
"No, that's the truth."
"Can you save some of that lingerie for me?"
"No, and I have to go now."
"Damn, I can't believe I'm missing this."
"Awe, you get to have fun at another award show tonight. What is it? The Oscars?"
"Shut up and don't remind me."
"Tootles."
"I love you baby, and I miss you like crazy."
"I'm sure you do."
"Please come back home!"
"Why? Haven't gotten laid lately?"
"Not since you left. I need you like a rat does cheese."
"Was that a double meaning?"
"Maybe."
"I miss you to, you horny little jackass you."
"Alright, I'll let you go. Bye, babe."
"Bye."
I got off the phone with Seri and felt a lot better. Just a few more weeks until I can be with Seri on tour. Izzy is shooting some movie so she will not be on the tour much. It is going to suck when she does go on tour though. I went back downstairs and channel surfed again. I heard a knock at the door. I got up to answer it already knowing who it was.
"Hey."
She gave me a deep kiss. I felt sick. I hate kissing her.
"Hey, baby."
"So, are we ready to go?"
That annoyed the fuck out of me when she said are 'we' ready to go. Like there are more people in the room who have to go.
"Yeah, let's go."
I grabbed my jacket, cell phone and car keys and we walked out of the door. I got in my SUV and Izzy got in the passenger's seat. She started spraying some perfume on herself that was making me cough and stinking up my car.
"You don't really have to put that shit on, huh?"
"I have to look good, Frank."
Damn, I hate it when she calls me Frank. She does not have the right to. I kept driving and we made it to the shopping district. Another not so fun-filled day of tuxedo shopping with Izzy. Nothing could cheer me up at this point. I kept driving down the street until I found a place to park and we both got out of the car. She dragged me into all of these fancy, high-end boutiques and each suit was gayer then the next, and I do not mean happy either. We were walking down the street. Izzy was getting pissed because I had not decided on something to wear yet. I saw one of my favorite stores, The Alternative, across the street.
"Hey, that's my favorite store."
"Oh, what? Versacci?"
"No, The Alternative."
"Yuk. That's for the freaks."
"Baby, I am a freak."
"No boyfriend of mine is shopping there. Now come on, let's get you a champagne colored three-piece."
I was really ticked at this point but I obliged. I really hate her. Damn it, Seri. When are you going to be ready?
Seri's POV
I put away my cell and put on one of the bra and panty sets they had chosen for me. I feel so intimidated by all the other girls when I am out there. Wouldn't you be scared shitless if you had to wear practically nothing and pose for magazine ads that will be shown across the world? I took a few deep breaths and walked out onto the set. Apparently I am exactly what the modeling world wants. They have been making me work non-stop and keep telling me that I have 'it'. What the fuck does that mean? I decided not to question it and just take the damn pictures. I can't wait till this shoot is over. I miss home. I got on the display and laid there waiting for instruction.
"Lie on your stomach, Serenity."
I did as I was told. That's what I do.
"Okay, now arch your back a little. Imagine that your trying to seduce your lover, okay?"
I almost laughed at his description. I did however, imagine that Tre was right before me. I closed my eyes for a few seconds and got in the zone. I opened them again and I swear I saw him right there.
"Good job. Now put one arm forward, almost in a crawling position. Perfect."
He took countless pictures and in a few hours the shoot was done. I put on a robe and walked back into my dressing room. One of the assistant's followed me.
"Miss Blake?"
"Yes."
"The shoot took less time then we expected. Today's the last day."
"Really?"
"Yes, I can prepare the jet for you if you like and you'll be home early tomorrow morning."
"I would love that."
"I'll get right on that."
"Thank you."
And with that being said, the assistant sped out of the room leaving me in silence again. I picked up my cell and decided to text Tre.
Hey baby
I got good news
I decided I would play some mind games with him. I want to surprise him tomorrow.
Tre's POV
We finally finished shopping. Izzy picked a suit that she said looked 'fabulous' on me. That made me gag. Who uses the word fabulous anymore? I almost made it home when I got a text.
Hey baby
I got good news
Oh shit, it's Seri. I made sure that Izzy was not looking at me and texted back.
wat's the good news?
ixnay on the 'us' rite now... i got izzy
I answered it and put my cell on the dashboard. Luckily, Izzy was asleep. Otherwise, I would be fucked. A few minutes later my cell beeped again.
I don't feel like telling you yet....
You'll like it though
Damn it, now I want to know what it is.
stp foolin round
wat is it
I pulled into my driveway but kept the engine running.
You'll found out soon.
Are you home yet?
no. i am abt 2 b
u betta call me in abt 10 min
Okay, I will.
Miss you.
i miss u 2 babe
I hung up and woke up Izzy.
"Hey babe. Time to wake up."
"Huh? Okay."
"You gonna drive home?"
"Yeah."
"Alright, see you tomorrow."
"Yeah, see ya."
I gave her a kiss and then she walked to her car. I walked inside and took off my shoes. I sat around for a few minutes waiting for Seri to call. Then she finally did.
"Hello?"
"Hey, Tre."
"Seri, babe what was it?"
"What was what?"
"You know, the news?"
"No."
She laughed.
"Stop playing games, Seri. Is it something important?"
"No, just something you'd love to hear."
"Really? What is it?"
"I can't tell you now."
"Okay, well can you give me some phone sex?"
"Maybe another time, Tre."
"What? Babe, I miss you like crazy."
"I know, I miss you too."
"Today was horrible."
"Tell me about it. And I know that you didn't have to walk around scantily clad for a bunch of creepy guys for hours."
"No, but I had to go shopping for a suit with Izzy."
"That doesn't sound to bad."
"Yeah, but she's fucking psycho. She made me go in all these high-end stores and she dissed The Alternative."
"And you let her get away with that? What happened to your one ball. Did she crush it with her pointy, pink high heels?"
"Shut up, and you know you love my one nut."
"Oh yes, and don't like my body."
"Okay, even sex appeal on both parts."
"Damn straight. Well, I gotta go get some sleep now."
"Please don't go."
"I gotta, Tre."
"Well, good night."
"Good night, Tre."
"I love you."
"... ditto."
She hung up the phone. Ditto? Does she feel for me anymore? Damn that woman. I better get some sleep too. I walked upstairs and took off my shirt and pants. I dug in my underwear drawer and pulled out the pictures I took of Seri and I when we were together. She looked so happy. God I miss her smile. I felt like getting drunk again but I did not give in to the temptation. I sighed and put the pictures away. I got in bed and stared at the ceiling for what felt like hours. I need to get her back. I need her to be mine again.
The Next Morning.
Seri's POV
Yes, my flight back to Oakland has finally landed. I missed it so much. I walked around for a few minutes just smelling in the polluted, yet surprisingly comfortable air of the Oakland streets. I hailed down a cab and drove back home. I am glad that I did not tell Tre that I was getting back. Now I can surprise him. I got out my key and opened the door quietly. Why did I bother with the quietness? Tre can sleep through a hurricane if he wanted to. I placed my bags In my room and took off my jacket. I walked upstairs to his bedroom and closed the door. Just as I predicted, he had not heard anything. He looks so cute when he is sleeping. I walked over on his side of the bed and kissed his lips. He moved a bit and then his eyes fluttered until he opened them.
"Seri!"
"Yes, it's me."
He shot out of bed and threw his arms around me. He squeezed the life out of me and then he let up.
"Man have I missed you."
"I guess you would."
He looked at me stunned a little. He looked me over as if we were surveying me or something. He pulled me close to him again and then gave me a kiss. He hungrily forced his tongue into my mouth. I felt exactly the way he did at this point. I missed him so much. He sat back on the bed and pulled me on top of him. I pushed him onto the mattress and the kiss deepened. I heard the front door open. Great.
"Tre! Someone just opened the front door."
He paid no attention to me and held me close. I tried to get off of him.
"Tre, what if it's Izzy?"
He stopped and I sat beside him just as the bedroom door opened to reveal Izzy.
"Tre, are you ready... oh, I didn't know you'd be back today."
"Yeah, I finished shooting early. Got a plane back this morning. About forty minutes ago actually."
"Oh. Well, I gotta talk to Tre if you don't mind."
I got up from the mattress. I felt Tre's leg brush up against mine as I left the room. I walked downstairs into the kitchen and grabbed a bottled water. I sat on the sofa and started watching Comedy Central. After a few minutes I saw Izzy storm down the stairs and into the living room.
"That mother fucker... "
Then she opened the door and slammed it closed. Tre walked downstairs a few minutes later. He looked surprisingly happy and he sat beside me on the couch. The room was silent for a few minutes while I waited for Tre to say something, anything at this point. I hate it when people make me ask the question first after something like this happens.
"Um...so what happened with you two?"
"She kept pushing me to get ready for the award show and how important it was. I told her to shut the fuck up and that we didn't have to go so soon. And then she started bitching me out and I told her that I can't take anymore of her fucking shit and that I want her out of this house and out of my life. She glared at me, cursed me out some more and stormed off."
He just broke up with Izzy? Oh my God, that is some of the best news I have heard in months.
"You actually broke up with her?"
"Yeah."
"Then why did you look so happy when you came back downstairs?"
"Because one, I wouldn't have to go to the goddamn award show and two, I'd be able to spend more time with you."
He pulled me into a sweet kiss. This has been one of the first kisses he's ever given me that was just a kiss. Just showing how much he loved me and not meant to lead into anything else. The moment lingered for as long as possible and then Tre broke the wonderful silence.
"Seri?"
"Yeah, Tre."
"Are you ready?"
"Ready for what?"
"Are you ready to get back into a relationship again? You know, are you completely over Liam and you can get back on the saddle."
"Why do you want to know?"
"Because, goddamn it, I miss you Seri."
"How can you miss me? I'm right here."
"Sure, you're here, now. What about ten, fifteen years from now? I don't know that for sure. I need you Seri. I don't know how much I can stress that to you. I need you in my life forever. I need to know that you'll always be there for me."
"I will Tre, you're my best friend."
"I get that. I know that and I love it. But dammit. I am so sick of just hiding you in the shadows. Fuck, I don't even know what we are anymore. I want us to be more than just friends, more than just lovers."
"Tre, I..I think it's too soon after Izzy."
"Please, don't bring her into this. I want you to be mine again. Completely mine. I'm a greedy guy and I want you all to myself."
"Tre.."
"Seri, do you still love me?"
"I... I... "
"Seri? Please, just answer the question."
"Yes, I truly do with all my heart and I would give anything to be with you right now."
"You mean that?"
"Yes."
"Then why won't you go out with me?"
"It's too soon, Tre. You think Izzy won't realize that you've been cheating on her with me if we started dating about half an hour after you broke up with her?"
"I don't care about that."
"I do, Tre. I'll be labeled a whore."
"You're not a whore."
"I know I'm not, but the press isn't nice. All I'm asking you is to wait."
"More waiting, Seri? More waiting? Do you understand how long I've been waiting for you? Seventeen fucking years of my life, Seri. Seventeen years. Do you know how long that is? That's half of my life!"
"Tre, I'm sorry but please just wait a little longer."
"Fuck.."
"Tre, please, just calm down. It'll only be like a month."
He was tensing up and I started to rub his back up and down. He jumped up and headed to the door.
"Where are you going?"
"To Billie's."
He slammed the door and I heard him drive off in a rush. Oh shit, what have I done?
Tre's POV
So this whole friends with benefits thing has been going on for the past few months and I love it. I feel like I am cheating on Seri, not the other way around. I hate it when I have to bring Izzy out on dates and I have to leave Seri alone. I cannot wait until she makes up her mind about me. I really want to go back out with her. Of course I do. Too bad I never know what she is thinking. That is one of the things about her that I love and hate at the same time. Tonight I have to bring Izzy to another award show. Smiling for cameras and feeding them exactly what they want. False relationships under the glitz and glamour of the Hollywood lights. I hate it. Makes me sick every time I pick up a magazine and see myself with Izzy.
I had a pretty restless night. I have been smoking pack after pack and feeling like shit. Seri left a week ago for some shoot in Bermuda. I have basically been rotting away in the house since she left. I miss her. I have to be up in a few hours to go shopping for a tux with Izzy. Joy. I decided that sleep was out of the question so I walked downstairs and made a sea breeze. I turned on the television and skipped through the channels. On E! there was a mini documentary on Seri. Over the past few months she has become a fixture in the modeling world. I watched it until it ended. It showed her smiling and laughing with the other models behind the scenes at shoots. I could not help but smile at how beautiful she looked. I started to doze off when my phone rang.
"Hello."
"Yeah, Tre."
"Mike, man what's up?"
"Nothing. You know that our world tour is coming up soon."
"I totally spaced. Shit. When is it?"
"In the next month or so."
"Damn. What am I gonna do?"
"About the whole Seri thing?"
"Yeah."
"Adie is inviting her as a friend. She is staying the whole tour."
"Are you serious?"
"No lie."
"That fucking rocks."
"Yeah, I thought you'd say something like that."
"Oh fuck, what do I tell, Izzy?"
"She's an actress right?"
"Yeah."
"She filming anything?"
"Yeah."
"Bingo! She can't spend the whole tour with you. Just be on your best behavior when she's there."
"Alright, I'll do that. Thanks man."
"Aren't you glad I'm your friend?"
"Every day of my life."
"Good. Now I gotta go. Britt is wearing that coffee perfume again."
"Ha ha ha. You go get her tiger."
"Tre."
"Yeah, Mike."
"Don't ever call me tiger again."
"Will do."
I hung up with him. Yes! I was spending almost an entire year with Seri. I just cannot believe it. The phone call really cheered me up. I went up to my room to get dressed when my cell rang this time. Jeez, does everyone have to call me at the same time?
"Hello?"
"Tre!"
"Seri! How are you?"
"I'm doing good. How about you?"
"Slowly withering away since you're not here."
"Oh that's nice. Why don't you call up Izzy?"
"You know she isn't a pimple on your perfect ass."
"Are you saying I have pimples on my ass?"
"I'm saying that she's nothing to me."
"That's good to know."
"It is."
"So, did Mike call you?"
"Yeah, about a minute ago. So you're really coming on tour with us?"
"Yup, but only 'cuz Adie asked me."
"Sure."
"Well, I could just not go... "
"No, don't say that!"
"Why?"
"Because then I'd have to resort to jerking off in bathroom stalls to your magazine ads thinking of what might have been."
"You had this all planned out, huh?"
"Oh yeah."
"I am going."
"Yey!"
"Okay, I have to go now. Boss wants me now."
"What are you shooting today?"
"Victoria's Secret."
"Are you trying to make me hard?"
"No, that's the truth."
"Can you save some of that lingerie for me?"
"No, and I have to go now."
"Damn, I can't believe I'm missing this."
"Awe, you get to have fun at another award show tonight. What is it? The Oscars?"
"Shut up and don't remind me."
"Tootles."
"I love you baby, and I miss you like crazy."
"I'm sure you do."
"Please come back home!"
"Why? Haven't gotten laid lately?"
"Not since you left. I need you like a rat does cheese."
"Was that a double meaning?"
"Maybe."
"I miss you to, you horny little jackass you."
"Alright, I'll let you go. Bye, babe."
"Bye."
I got off the phone with Seri and felt a lot better. Just a few more weeks until I can be with Seri on tour. Izzy is shooting some movie so she will not be on the tour much. It is going to suck when she does go on tour though. I went back downstairs and channel surfed again. I heard a knock at the door. I got up to answer it already knowing who it was.
"Hey."
She gave me a deep kiss. I felt sick. I hate kissing her.
"Hey, baby."
"So, are we ready to go?"
That annoyed the fuck out of me when she said are 'we' ready to go. Like there are more people in the room who have to go.
"Yeah, let's go."
I grabbed my jacket, cell phone and car keys and we walked out of the door. I got in my SUV and Izzy got in the passenger's seat. She started spraying some perfume on herself that was making me cough and stinking up my car.
"You don't really have to put that shit on, huh?"
"I have to look good, Frank."
Damn, I hate it when she calls me Frank. She does not have the right to. I kept driving and we made it to the shopping district. Another not so fun-filled day of tuxedo shopping with Izzy. Nothing could cheer me up at this point. I kept driving down the street until I found a place to park and we both got out of the car. She dragged me into all of these fancy, high-end boutiques and each suit was gayer then the next, and I do not mean happy either. We were walking down the street. Izzy was getting pissed because I had not decided on something to wear yet. I saw one of my favorite stores, The Alternative, across the street.
"Hey, that's my favorite store."
"Oh, what? Versacci?"
"No, The Alternative."
"Yuk. That's for the freaks."
"Baby, I am a freak."
"No boyfriend of mine is shopping there. Now come on, let's get you a champagne colored three-piece."
I was really ticked at this point but I obliged. I really hate her. Damn it, Seri. When are you going to be ready?
Seri's POV
I put away my cell and put on one of the bra and panty sets they had chosen for me. I feel so intimidated by all the other girls when I am out there. Wouldn't you be scared shitless if you had to wear practically nothing and pose for magazine ads that will be shown across the world? I took a few deep breaths and walked out onto the set. Apparently I am exactly what the modeling world wants. They have been making me work non-stop and keep telling me that I have 'it'. What the fuck does that mean? I decided not to question it and just take the damn pictures. I can't wait till this shoot is over. I miss home. I got on the display and laid there waiting for instruction.
"Lie on your stomach, Serenity."
I did as I was told. That's what I do.
"Okay, now arch your back a little. Imagine that your trying to seduce your lover, okay?"
I almost laughed at his description. I did however, imagine that Tre was right before me. I closed my eyes for a few seconds and got in the zone. I opened them again and I swear I saw him right there.
"Good job. Now put one arm forward, almost in a crawling position. Perfect."
He took countless pictures and in a few hours the shoot was done. I put on a robe and walked back into my dressing room. One of the assistant's followed me.
"Miss Blake?"
"Yes."
"The shoot took less time then we expected. Today's the last day."
"Really?"
"Yes, I can prepare the jet for you if you like and you'll be home early tomorrow morning."
"I would love that."
"I'll get right on that."
"Thank you."
And with that being said, the assistant sped out of the room leaving me in silence again. I picked up my cell and decided to text Tre.
Hey baby
I got good news
I decided I would play some mind games with him. I want to surprise him tomorrow.
Tre's POV
We finally finished shopping. Izzy picked a suit that she said looked 'fabulous' on me. That made me gag. Who uses the word fabulous anymore? I almost made it home when I got a text.
Hey baby
I got good news
Oh shit, it's Seri. I made sure that Izzy was not looking at me and texted back.
wat's the good news?
ixnay on the 'us' rite now... i got izzy
I answered it and put my cell on the dashboard. Luckily, Izzy was asleep. Otherwise, I would be fucked. A few minutes later my cell beeped again.
I don't feel like telling you yet....
You'll like it though
Damn it, now I want to know what it is.
stp foolin round
wat is it
I pulled into my driveway but kept the engine running.
You'll found out soon.
Are you home yet?
no. i am abt 2 b
u betta call me in abt 10 min
Okay, I will.
Miss you.
i miss u 2 babe
I hung up and woke up Izzy.
"Hey babe. Time to wake up."
"Huh? Okay."
"You gonna drive home?"
"Yeah."
"Alright, see you tomorrow."
"Yeah, see ya."
I gave her a kiss and then she walked to her car. I walked inside and took off my shoes. I sat around for a few minutes waiting for Seri to call. Then she finally did.
"Hello?"
"Hey, Tre."
"Seri, babe what was it?"
"What was what?"
"You know, the news?"
"No."
She laughed.
"Stop playing games, Seri. Is it something important?"
"No, just something you'd love to hear."
"Really? What is it?"
"I can't tell you now."
"Okay, well can you give me some phone sex?"
"Maybe another time, Tre."
"What? Babe, I miss you like crazy."
"I know, I miss you too."
"Today was horrible."
"Tell me about it. And I know that you didn't have to walk around scantily clad for a bunch of creepy guys for hours."
"No, but I had to go shopping for a suit with Izzy."
"That doesn't sound to bad."
"Yeah, but she's fucking psycho. She made me go in all these high-end stores and she dissed The Alternative."
"And you let her get away with that? What happened to your one ball. Did she crush it with her pointy, pink high heels?"
"Shut up, and you know you love my one nut."
"Oh yes, and don't like my body."
"Okay, even sex appeal on both parts."
"Damn straight. Well, I gotta go get some sleep now."
"Please don't go."
"I gotta, Tre."
"Well, good night."
"Good night, Tre."
"I love you."
"... ditto."
She hung up the phone. Ditto? Does she feel for me anymore? Damn that woman. I better get some sleep too. I walked upstairs and took off my shirt and pants. I dug in my underwear drawer and pulled out the pictures I took of Seri and I when we were together. She looked so happy. God I miss her smile. I felt like getting drunk again but I did not give in to the temptation. I sighed and put the pictures away. I got in bed and stared at the ceiling for what felt like hours. I need to get her back. I need her to be mine again.
The Next Morning.
Seri's POV
Yes, my flight back to Oakland has finally landed. I missed it so much. I walked around for a few minutes just smelling in the polluted, yet surprisingly comfortable air of the Oakland streets. I hailed down a cab and drove back home. I am glad that I did not tell Tre that I was getting back. Now I can surprise him. I got out my key and opened the door quietly. Why did I bother with the quietness? Tre can sleep through a hurricane if he wanted to. I placed my bags In my room and took off my jacket. I walked upstairs to his bedroom and closed the door. Just as I predicted, he had not heard anything. He looks so cute when he is sleeping. I walked over on his side of the bed and kissed his lips. He moved a bit and then his eyes fluttered until he opened them.
"Seri!"
"Yes, it's me."
He shot out of bed and threw his arms around me. He squeezed the life out of me and then he let up.
"Man have I missed you."
"I guess you would."
He looked at me stunned a little. He looked me over as if we were surveying me or something. He pulled me close to him again and then gave me a kiss. He hungrily forced his tongue into my mouth. I felt exactly the way he did at this point. I missed him so much. He sat back on the bed and pulled me on top of him. I pushed him onto the mattress and the kiss deepened. I heard the front door open. Great.
"Tre! Someone just opened the front door."
He paid no attention to me and held me close. I tried to get off of him.
"Tre, what if it's Izzy?"
He stopped and I sat beside him just as the bedroom door opened to reveal Izzy.
"Tre, are you ready... oh, I didn't know you'd be back today."
"Yeah, I finished shooting early. Got a plane back this morning. About forty minutes ago actually."
"Oh. Well, I gotta talk to Tre if you don't mind."
I got up from the mattress. I felt Tre's leg brush up against mine as I left the room. I walked downstairs into the kitchen and grabbed a bottled water. I sat on the sofa and started watching Comedy Central. After a few minutes I saw Izzy storm down the stairs and into the living room.
"That mother fucker... "
Then she opened the door and slammed it closed. Tre walked downstairs a few minutes later. He looked surprisingly happy and he sat beside me on the couch. The room was silent for a few minutes while I waited for Tre to say something, anything at this point. I hate it when people make me ask the question first after something like this happens.
"Um...so what happened with you two?"
"She kept pushing me to get ready for the award show and how important it was. I told her to shut the fuck up and that we didn't have to go so soon. And then she started bitching me out and I told her that I can't take anymore of her fucking shit and that I want her out of this house and out of my life. She glared at me, cursed me out some more and stormed off."
He just broke up with Izzy? Oh my God, that is some of the best news I have heard in months.
"You actually broke up with her?"
"Yeah."
"Then why did you look so happy when you came back downstairs?"
"Because one, I wouldn't have to go to the goddamn award show and two, I'd be able to spend more time with you."
He pulled me into a sweet kiss. This has been one of the first kisses he's ever given me that was just a kiss. Just showing how much he loved me and not meant to lead into anything else. The moment lingered for as long as possible and then Tre broke the wonderful silence.
"Seri?"
"Yeah, Tre."
"Are you ready?"
"Ready for what?"
"Are you ready to get back into a relationship again? You know, are you completely over Liam and you can get back on the saddle."
"Why do you want to know?"
"Because, goddamn it, I miss you Seri."
"How can you miss me? I'm right here."
"Sure, you're here, now. What about ten, fifteen years from now? I don't know that for sure. I need you Seri. I don't know how much I can stress that to you. I need you in my life forever. I need to know that you'll always be there for me."
"I will Tre, you're my best friend."
"I get that. I know that and I love it. But dammit. I am so sick of just hiding you in the shadows. Fuck, I don't even know what we are anymore. I want us to be more than just friends, more than just lovers."
"Tre, I..I think it's too soon after Izzy."
"Please, don't bring her into this. I want you to be mine again. Completely mine. I'm a greedy guy and I want you all to myself."
"Tre.."
"Seri, do you still love me?"
"I... I... "
"Seri? Please, just answer the question."
"Yes, I truly do with all my heart and I would give anything to be with you right now."
"You mean that?"
"Yes."
"Then why won't you go out with me?"
"It's too soon, Tre. You think Izzy won't realize that you've been cheating on her with me if we started dating about half an hour after you broke up with her?"
"I don't care about that."
"I do, Tre. I'll be labeled a whore."
"You're not a whore."
"I know I'm not, but the press isn't nice. All I'm asking you is to wait."
"More waiting, Seri? More waiting? Do you understand how long I've been waiting for you? Seventeen fucking years of my life, Seri. Seventeen years. Do you know how long that is? That's half of my life!"
"Tre, I'm sorry but please just wait a little longer."
"Fuck.."
"Tre, please, just calm down. It'll only be like a month."
He was tensing up and I started to rub his back up and down. He jumped up and headed to the door.
"Where are you going?"
"To Billie's."
He slammed the door and I heard him drive off in a rush. Oh shit, what have I done?
