Up on Cloud Nine (Jc Caylen) *discontinued*

Chapter 1.

"Happy birthday, Shay!” were the first words I had heard that early Thursday morning of August 18th. I was officially 18, but the only thing in life I had accomplished was being able to lick my elbow. Well, I guess I was just a late bloomer.

My mom baked me my favorite breakfast, which was basically just scrambled eggs and bacon. I walked into my kitchen and my whole family was standing by the counter. There was a huge banner above them and a pile of gifts on the floor. I grabbed my plate off of the counter, sat down at the island, and took the first bite of my eggs. My little brother, Tyler, had to be picked up by my dad so he could reach my head and put on my tiara. After all, he’s only 5. It’s a tradition in our family that every 2 years marks a new chapter in our life, so we celebrate it bigger than the year before. This year’s party will be huge, with over 150 guests, piles of food, and a DJ. Every year we have two parties, one with family, and one with friends. My family was there, so I opened the gifts from them. My Aunt Peg gave me her old diamond necklace. My cousin got me a gift card to Forever 21. My grandparents and other relatives just gave me money to spend, and all I had to open was my parent’s gift. I picked up the box, and It was slightly heavy. Quickly tearing open the wrapping paper, I revealed a new Canon camera, and an airplane ticket to Texas.

“Now Shay, I know you’re probably disappointed with your gifts, but let me explain.” My mom said. “You’re going on a 6 month vacation to San Antonio, Texas. You have lived here in Minnesota for your whole life, and we want you to explore the world. Your first trip, Texas.”

“Mom, I’m lost for words! Thank you so much, I can’t wait! And for the rest of you, thank you for the gifts. I need to start packing!”

I rushed off into my bedroom and pulled out my sky blue suitcase. Wait, if I’m going to Texas that means I need shorts. Crap. In Minnesota, it always snows, so I only have jeans and sweatpants. I only have one tank top, but the rest are all long-sleeved sweaters and jackets. I folded up three pairs of jeans and the one tank top, and laid them inside my suitcase. I guess I can just buy clothes when I get there.

After taking a quick shower, I put on a casual outfit [http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=81116986] and texted my best friends, Connor and Jessica. I would miss them so much. I’ve known Connor (A/N: Yes, Connor Franta.) ever since we were kids, and he was more like a brother to me. Jessica and I have been friends since 3rd grade, and I can trust her with anything. I don’t even know what I’ll do when I’m away for 6 months.

The doorbell rang ten minutes later. I ran to the door and there was Connor and Jess.

“Shay! Oh my god we’re gonna miss you so much!” Jess cried as Connor engulfed me in a huge hug.

“Ugh, I know. What will I do without you? Y’all better text me every single day, okay?” I said with a laugh. “So, what should we do? Should we watch a movie or something?”

Connor and Jess looked at each other. “Actually, we have a surprise for you. Let’s go to Connor’s house.”

A/N: Okay, so this is my first chapter. It’s not that great but it’s just a start J Jc will eventually come into the story, so don’t yell at me…

What do you think will happen at Connor’s house? What will the surprise be? Find out in the next chapter ;)

~Celena(:

Chapter Song: Oath- Cher Lloyd ft. Becky G