miss americana and the heartbreak prince || mason mount

c h a p t e r e l e v e n

"We're happy, free, confused, and lonely in the best way"

Y/N Southgate- '22'

July 10, 2021

Emotions were running high as Y/N, filled with a mix of frustration and uncertainty, found herself standing outside Ben's house. The events of the past few days had left her in a state of turmoil, and she couldn't shake the nagging feeling that she needed to confront him.

Taking a deep breath, Y/N rang the doorbell, her heart pounding in her chest. Moments later, the door swung open, and Ben's face registered surprise upon seeing her.

"Y/N? What are you doing here?" he asked, his voice laced with a hint of concern.

Y/N's gaze locked with Ben's, her voice firm yet tinged with hurt. "We need to talk, Ben. There are things that need to be said."

Reluctantly, Ben stepped aside, allowing Y/N to enter his house. The air inside felt heavy with anticipation, as if the room itself held its breath, aware of the brewing storm.

As they settled in the living room, tension hung in the air, palpable and thick. Y/N stared at Ben, her eyes searching for answers to the questions that plagued her mind.

"Ben, I can't ignore what happened between us," Y/N began, her voice steady despite the turmoil within her. "Our actions had consequences, and it's time we face them."

Ben shifted uncomfortably in his seat, his eyes avoiding Y/N's gaze. "I know, Y/N. I never meant for things to escalate like they did. It was a moment of weakness."

Y/N's voice wavered, a mixture of anger and hurt lacing her words. "A moment of weakness? Do you realize the impact this has on everyone involved? Mason, our friendship... everything is at stake."

Ben sighed, his expression etched with remorse. "I understand, Y/N. I truly do. I never intended for things to become so complicated. I care about you, but I also know the importance of our friendships."

Y/N's frustration welled up inside her, unable to contain the emotions that threatened to consume her. "Do you, Ben? Do you really understand? Because it feels like we're caught in a web of deceit, hurting those we care about."

Ben's voice softened as he reached out, trying to bridge the distance between them. "Y/N, I messed up, and I'm sorry. I never wanted to hurt anyone, least of all you. But the truth is, I care about you, and it's tearing me apart."

Y/N's eyes welled up with tears, a mixture of anger and vulnerability washing over her. "I care about you too, Ben, but we can't ignore the consequences of our actions. We need to find a way to set things right."

As the words hung in the air, a sense of unease settled upon them. The path forward seemed uncertain, fraught with the potential for further pain and heartache. But Y/N was determined to find a resolution, for the sake of their friendships and the lives entangled in the web they had woven.

In that moment, Y/N made a choice to confront the challenges head-on, to navigate the turbulent waters in search of redemption and healing. The road ahead would be filled with obstacles, but with honesty, forgiveness, and a willingness to face the truth, there was hope for a brighter future.