*Jess’s POV*
We decide to take a drive through Hollywood after breakfast. We start talking about everything, but mostly music. His eyes widen every time I’m into a band that’s out of my time. I’m an old soul, what can I say?
“Favorite Black Flag song?” Frank asked, biting his lip. I wish he’d stop that.
“Nervous Breakdown.” I reply.
His only reply is a wide smile. I don’t bother asking him his favorite. I have a feeling he couldn’t choose.
We continue asking each other about different bands and other music inquiries, until I feel the car stop. I look ahead and see the Hollywood sign.
“Why are we here?” I say in a mock-tone.
“I just wanted to park somewhere. I wanna talk to you about something important.”
His words scare me. Shitless.
“Since you were staying in a hotel, I’m guessing you’re not from LA. Where do you live?”
“Dallas, TX. But, I’m moving here as soon as possible. I almost have enough money. This EP is what will hopefully give the extra I need.” I reply. I’m no longer as scared.
“Okay.. Okay.. Well, I live in New Jersey.” I know this, Frank. “I’m just gonna come out and say it…” Oh, shit is gone again. “Would you even consider pursuing something with me?”
There’s a long pause, but I notice my lips curl into a smile. “You sound like a well-educated 12 year old just then.” I giggle the words out and reach over and grab his hand.
“I’m normally not the kind of person to do stuff like this. Especially not being the owner of the idea. This is weird. Really fucking weird, Frankie.” He looks up when I say Frankie and smiles at me, but I continue speaking. “But, I like you. And I don’t think it’s my inner fan girl that is liking you, it’s me.”
He stares at me for a moment, waiting to speak, his eyes are calm as he opens his mouth to speak. “Good, because I like you too. A lot, actually. I… I just come with complications. My location, my kids, my age. Those will just be burdens for you.”
I shush him not letting him say another word. Semi pissed at him for saying that.
“Okay, Franklin. One, location is a little tricky. Two, your kids could never be burdens to me. Don’t think that. Ever. Three, you’re not even that much older than me. What, 13 years? I don’t care. The only thing that I’m worried about is if we do try to do something with us, then the distance won’t let us take it to far, and I-“ I’m cut off with a quick kiss.
“But we’ve already skipped a few steps. We had sex last night, ya know?” he says, with a proud smirk on his face. God, how could I forget? I blush at the memory. He smiles and continues, “We could try. This might be good to get to know each other. I don’t really know how to do this. I didn’t have to, I mean, Jamia and I were so you-“ I shush him.
“I know, Frank. You don’t have to tell me. You don’t have to talk about it. I agree. We should try this out. When do you go back to Jersey?”
“Tomorrow.”
My heart just stopped and I felt empty all the sudden. Tomorrow? We just started. I thought I’d at least have a few days with him. I don’t know what to say to him, so I just stare into his hazel eyes. They look more honey colored in the sun. I reach up and rest my hand on his cheek still looking at him, his face sad. It broke my heart.
I don’t say anything, and neither does he. We just look at each other, moving closer until our foreheads are connected. Our eyes never leave each other’s daze. I let out a deep sigh, which Frank smiles at in reply. His eyes reading nothing but bliss. He looks so content, and I can’t help but to smile. The word “tomorrow” keeps buzzing in my head, and my smile fades. Franks eyes fill with worry.
“Tomorrow,” I barely mumble “what time?”
“5 in the afternoon.” I let out a sigh of relief at his words. I get the entire day and half of tomorrow with this beautiful man. He really is beautiful. His eyes are wide and glow with a bright hazel, sometimes more honey, and sometimes more chocolate. His lips are small, but the way they slide up to one side of his face makes me melt. I don’t know what I see in him, but there’s something, and I want it all to myself.

Notes

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