"Let's Be Roommates"

Rylen P.O.V
After Gerard and I said our goodbyes to everyone we left. Once again that awkward and stifling silence returned. We walked together in silence, both exchanging a few glances and turning our heads away abruptly as soon as the other noticed. I can't help it, that kiss was amazing and I wouldn't hesitate to try it again. But Gerard remained distant from me, so I don't know how to react, how to feel. I know he would never fall for an utter slob as myself, but I felt so protected when he wrapped his arms around my waist and held me close. That gave me hope that maybe deep down inside he had feelings for me. All these mixed emotions just made me feel empty inside. I finally decided to break the silence.

" Your mom' s amazing Gerard your Dad too"

"Really? they're pretty embarrassing to me. I'm really sorry about what my mom said before.....uhm...you know" He stated fidgety.

" That's okay trust me"

" And...uhm.sorry....for the kiss of course" He finished. Why did he have to say it, why did he have to say sorry. I suddenly felt a scorching pain in my chest, my rib cage tightened and my eyes burned and itch, threatening to escape tears. Right then and there I knew, he would never like me and I will have to submit to it.

" That's okay" I responded so softly, just hoping that he couldn't hear, I was not okay with him being sorry. Our apartment building was finally in sight. I ran up quickly, opened the door and leaped unto my unmade bed. Maybe if I just sleep, I would wake up to a promising tomorrow.

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I woke up to the repetitive beeping that was my alarm.. I grabbed my clothes and took a shower. After I got changed I stood in front of the mirror just to soak in my features. I wore my black fitted jeans, black T shirt, black converse, black leather jacket all together with black eyeliner and mascara for make up. I wore full black, I just realised it was perfectley in tune with my mood. pain, sorrow and anger which kept fluctuating one after the other. I finally step out and walked to my shity job alone, I can't see Gerard right now.

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CD's all stacked neatly. check
musical instruments all cleaned and unharmed. check
store cleaned and not on fire. check
uggghh this is boring, the things that I have to do while my boss is out, probably socking face with some teenage girl. It's lunch break, Gerard usually comes over and eats lunch with me but I don't know what I'm gonna say for leaving him this morning. The door swings open and thank God it wasn't Gerard. Instead it was Kate and two strange guys.

" Kaaate" I dragged then ran over to hug her.

" Hey babe..long time no see" Kate beamed excitedly

" so what brings you here...along with these two guys" I queried and jestered to the tall strangers.

" well you've already met my new boyfriend Gavin Hall..a long time ago actually"

" Hi Rylen...remember me back in elementary? the geek with glasses, braces and neck brace" Gavin pointed out.

" oh...yeah. Well you sure aren't a geek now. It's nice to not pull you out of a locker for once" I joked and shaked his hands, finally a boyfriend of kate's I actually like. Kate continued.

" This is his best friend Lucas white "

" Hi Rylen..you look beautiful and I'm really digin the full blck thing" He stated with a smirk. Yeah right, says the guy wearing a bright orange 'In Sync' T-shirt , that's hurting my freaking eyes. what's with this douche that wants to get in my pants.

" Thank you and nice to meet you, so....what's up kate?"

" well we're all going to a club tonight and thought you might wanna join us...oh and here" Kate informed then handed me a black box with a bow on it.

" It's a gift, for you, just a dress, considering you don't own one" Kate continued.

" I' ll think about it. I have a lot to do" I stated knowing all too well that I'd rather stay home and sulk. Gerard then walks in with a suprised look on his face.

" hey...did I hear you guys talking about a party?" Gerard inquired, cleary he have been evesdropping, and for some reason I felt good he had. Obviously Rylen... you idiot, you have a big fat crush on your hot roomate....must I remind myself.

" Oh hi.....guys this is Gerard...Rylen' s roomate and you can come if you want and drag Rylen too" Kate added.

" Nah..that's fine...I don't want to intrude... and the fact that I don't like drunk girls rubbing their bodies against mine" Gerard admitted, or remind Kate of how she behaved when she was wasted.She rolled her eyes in response.

" You two live together?" Lucas cut in with an annoyed look at Gerard.

" Oh yeah.....we use the same bathroom and everything...Trust me it's not easy having a girl like Rylen as your roomate" great Gerard. If he was a nice guy I would have never had a chance with him after that statement. Wait could he be jealous. Well I hope, let me test the waters.

" Kate...Gavin and Lu-Lu- Lucas I'll think about it" I made sure I stammered while saying his name and pretended to be mesmerized . Gerard just walked away, I guess he's not jealous. Lucas however seemed amused. They then leave saying goodbye. I'm once again alone, HEY! Gerard didn't even bring me a veggie burger, darn it.

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I finally get home 8 p.m I always close the shop an hour early when my boss is M.I.A. I sat the box on my bed and opened it and pulled out a short black dress with a V- neck line. I'm sure as hell, I will never wear this. It's slutty it will expose too much, what will Gerard think of me first of all. Right then I had an idea.

Gerard P.O.V
I finally arrived home 9, Rylen could be going to a party tonight, with that dick Lucas. whom just probably sees her as fresh meat. What is she even thinking, how could she like him. Why am I getting all worked up about this anyway? of course Gerard....you Idiot...you have a crush on your beautiful, yet sloppy roomate..must I remind myself? I really like her, just the way she is. I wished the feelings were mutual. I sat on my bed and then looked up shockingly to the person coming from the bathroom, whom I thought was Rylen. In fact........ it is.... Rylen?

Notes

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