Just For A Moment

Chapter 1

March 2020

         I can't believe it. As I stare at my phone in shock my hand starts to shake from the nerves. We just got a text in the group chat saying quarantine was going to be at least a couple more months and all work is on hold. What am I supposed to do? At least the girls have boyfriends to ride this out with but me? I'm all alone. I don't have anyone. Suddenly my phone begins to buzz.

"Incoming Facetime: Perrie"

I quickly wipe the tears currently running down my face. I didn't even realize I was crying. Reluctantly I answer. I mean if anyone can make me feel better it's Perrie. We have always had a special bond. I mean don't get me wrong I love all the girls. But Perrie and I just connect on a different level. I'm not sure what it is. But she always know exactly what to say to make me feel better.

"Hey Jade!!" she sings through the phone.

"Hey Pez what's up?" I say sniffling trying not to cry anymore.

" what's wrong babe? Why are you crying?"

shit. so much for prenteding to be okay. nice one jade.

"Ummm..." i'm not really sure what to say. Why am i crying? God in a mess. Do i even have a reason to be upset? I have a great career, great friends, money, and amazing fans. And I'm crying because I'm gonna get a few months off and I'm lonely without a boyfriend? Am I kidding? Wow I didn't realize how selfish I was being. I mean all my family is healthy whereas some people in the world are losing family to this pandemic. I have no right to cry.

"Ha you know me I was just watching a sad movie! All good!" I jokingly laugh hoping she doesn't see right through me.

"oh... alright if u say so. Oh! I had a question! So you know how we are off for a few months?" she asks.

"don't remind me." i snap with more attitude than I intend.

"sorry. I know it's gonna be stressful and I wanted to know if you wanted to stay with me and alex at my house? I wasn't sure what your quarantine plans were but it could be fun if you wanted?" she rambles.

Well fuck. what do I say? I mean truthfully that would be nice. My roommate Holly is going to stay with her family so I would be alone for the next few months if i stay here and honestly I don't see that going well. My mental health isn't "bad" but it's definitely been better. I guess it's just some anxiety I don't know I don't wanna diagnose myself. I just don't like being alone. Honestly, a few months with Perrie might be fun.

"That actually sounds amazing babe! Are you sure Alex would be alright with that? I don't wanna impose on your couples time."

"Babe no I already talked to him about it and he agrees it would be great! Please!!!!" she begs.

"Okay okay I'll come. I'll pack my stuff and see you tomorrow?" I giggle.

"Yes! See you tomorrow bubba love you!" she quickly says cheerfully before hanging up.

I sit for a second now relaxing what I just agreed to. I mean it should be great I won't be alone like I thought. Problems solved right? I hope so.

authors note:
short chapter to start but new updates every wednesday! Thanks for reading! votes and comments are always so appreciated!