Just a Crush: Dear Diary (Oli Sykes)

Chapter Thirty: Today's the Day

'Oh, diary, my heart is so full right now. I've spent the entire day with Gemma. It was like when we were children. We hid under the blanket fort, watching movies and chatting. No nanny to interrupt us this time. I'm so chuffed that we're back to how we were. I didn't want to ruin it by talking about me and my own troubles. We'll get a chance to do that some other time. Maybe when we're in Prague? Hopefully, before. I can't stop smiling. I just love her so much. I was so afraid of losing her. I didn't realise how afraid I was until just now. What would I ever do without Gemma?
It's really late, but I want to see Oli, so I can tell him all about today. I also just want to see him because I did miss him a little bit. Hopefully, he's not asleep yet. I'll see you later, diary.'

Oli was chuffed that I'd made up with Gemma. He listened to all I had to say, and he smiled brightly as I gushed over our friendship. I swore him to secrecy before I told him what she'd said about Mat. He's promised not to tell him. I hope he doesn't. Maybe I shouldn't have told him those parts? But Oli has this weird power over me. I always want to pour my heart out to him. I'm actually quite proud of myself because I rarely do. Pour my heart out, that is. Anyway, I visited him at midnight. He wasn't asleep yet, and he seemed happy to see me, regardless of the late hour. We stayed up until 5 in the morning, just chatting. He walked me back home afterwards. And we made concrete plans for the following day because it simply wouldn't do had I visited him as late as today again. I had school on Monday, after all. So, I had time for Gemma until 6 PM. That seemed fair.

Sunday reminded me of the good old days before Gemma and Laurie began dating. The entire band came over, and we had a really extended jam session. The only thing that was clearly different was the slight coldness toward Laurie wafting off of Gem. He seemed oblivious to it, while Dom and I exchanged many uncomfortable looks throughout.

Luckily, Laurie left at around 3, leaving me alone with the Taylor siblings. "So, should we start looking for a new guitarist a bit ahead of schedule?" Dom asked as soon as the door closed after Gemma's  boyfriend. "How was he so calm the entire time? Does he not know you're unhappy?" I asked. "I think his parents have to order him to feel uncomfortable before he can actually do it," Gemma rolled her eyes, plopping herself down on my bed. Dom wolf-whistled, and I cringed. "Ouch," I muttered. "Am I wrong?" She scoffed. "Gem, it's clear that you don't want to be with him anymore. Why not just end it?" Dom asked carefully. "I should, shouldn't I?" She frowned. "Unless you love him or something," he shrugged. "I don't. It's just... ugh. If I break up with him, it'll also change things for the two of you," she gestured toward Dom and I. "Who gives a flying rat's arse about us? You're the one who's been unhappy for months," I said, sitting next to her, and wrapping my arm around her shoulders. "Aye, what Tommy said. Honestly, the bloke's a proper git and I really have to practice self-control every time I see him. You're my only sister, and I hate seeing how you are now. All because Lawrence Henry Pendergrass the bloody III can't grow a spine and tell his mummy and daddy that he's dating a wonderful girl. The only reason I haven't broken his nose yet is because I love you too much," Dom said. We stared at him with wide eyes. Of course, we all know how much the Taylor siblings love each other, but they're not usually so vocal about it. "What?" He asked. "Nothing. That was lovely, Dom," Gemma smiled with a slight frown. "Alright then. I'll end it with him tomorrow. We're supposedly going to the cinema in the evening, so I'll do it then. Before the film, of course," she added. "Finally," Dom rolled his eyes. "Can I borrow your car tomorrow?" Gemma asked suddenly. "Are you planning on hitting Laurie with it?" I asked, laughing. "No, you nitwit. I want to go to the shops after school. I think I need some retail therapy. And an outfit that'll make him regret the day he decided to cross me," she shrugged coldly. "Christ, you're quite evil," Dom joked. We exchanged a look, smiling at each other. There wasn't a single soul in the world more dramatic than a teenage girl scorned. "So?" Gemma questioned. "Aye, I'll lend you the car," he said, shaking his head lightly. "Good. You," she said, pointing to me, "you're coming with me. Alright?" I nodded quickly. I might take advantage of the trip and buy a pretty dress for my date with Oli, I thought. I still hadn't told Gemma about that, though.