EveryThing Has Changed

Chapter 14

I quietly walked into the living room. I was just getting back home from the park, after that "emotional" talk with Zack. On the couch was my sleeping mother and sister. James yawned and looked over at me. He smiled. I gave him a small wave and walked into the kitchen. About a few seconds later James walked into the kitchen as well.

"Did you have fun tonight?" He positioned himself in one of the chairs around the table.

I sat on the kitchen counter and shrugged.

"What's wrong?" He looked at me concerned

"Nothing, it's none of your business!" I snapped at him loudly, then looked at the ground.

"I may not be your father, but I would love to get to know you girls." He stared at me.

I continued to stare at the ground. I just couldn't find myself making eye contact with him.

"It's okay. You should be going to bed its late. Good night Kiana." He got up and walked back into the living room.

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As I laid in bed, my mind kept replaying the disappointed look that had been on Zack's face. When he kissed me, he really meant it. Ever since we've been hanging out I did sometimes always feel a little attraction to him. The way he smiled at me always made me get butterflies in my stomach. When I cried he always held me in his arms making me feel safe. When we teased each other. So many good memories I had with him. And I ruined everything tonight by telling him, " I had to think about it?"

When the truth was, I REALLY did like Zack. Or at least I though I did. Zack would probably be moving on. And what hurt me the most was that I had broken his heart. He was just telling me his feelings and I was being an idiot. I sighed out loud. It was 9:00 in the morning and I haven't slept since I'd gotten home from the park. Zack had been on my mind all night. Honestly Zack was always on my mind lately. My thoughts were interrupted from my phone buzzing. It was Wayne. My manager.

"Hello?" His familiar voice rang in my ear.

"Hey Wayne, good morning." I sat up

"Kiana, I know that I've been giving you a "vacation" so that you could "rest" from that incident that happened to you in the alley, but im begging you to come back and preform tonight! The club has been horrible without you and I.....We need you back!" He pleaded into the phone.

I hadn't been to "The Spot" in weeks. Wayne had given me some time off to heal. I didnt even know if I could sing anymore.

"Sure Wayne. I've missed the club. When should I be there tonight?" I smiled a little.

"Great! Come here around 8:30 tonight. Remember that duet you and Zack sung together? "We found love by Rihanna?" The crowd loved that! Do it again tonight!" He sounded so excited to have me back.

"Zack? Oh....um ok?" I gulped

"Ok see you tonight!" And with that he hung up the phone.

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I adjusted my dress one more time before walking out of the clubs bathroom. I've really missed this place so much. As my heels clicked on the tile i felt confident. Everyone was greeting me with hugs and sympathy. I just smiled and hugged them. When Wayne saw me he was the one that gave me the tightest hug of all. I could tell he REALLY missed me. Not to mention his club was a wreck without me.

"Get ready to go on , Zack's already backstage." He winked at me.

I walked backstage and saw Zack talking to Mr. Brown. I kind of just stood there for a moment to see what would happen. Zack saw me but didnt smile, or wave. He gave me the meanest stare. But I wasn't gonna let some guy ruin my happiness. I held my head up high and walked right past him and onto the stage.

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The performance had just ended and boy was I tired. During the whole gig zach and I connected on stage like we always did. He didnt even seem mad at me. But I wanted to make things right tonight. Just as Zack was walking out the door I grabbed his wrist and pulled him into the janitors closet. He tried to get out but I quickly locked the door. I didnt even know where to start. So I just went in and kissed him. The kiss was passionate and sweet. Not to mention a little

aggressive.Zach pushed me against the wall and put his hand in my hair. And at that moment I could have sworn I felt fireworks. I pulled away, and looked him in the eyes.

"Why now? What made you change your mind? Did you feel sorry for me." Zack said trying to catch his breath.

"Zack. I thought about it and I really do like you. And I love spending time with you." I smiled at him.

He stared at me, not believing a word that just came out of my mouth.

"Your the only guy thats ever made me feel safe, you make me get butterflies and i think we both have noticed that every time I'm with you I smile." I continued.

"Kiana I-I don't know what to say." He blushed a little.

"How about you just express it?" I leaned closer to him.

When our lips touched again, I decided that Zack Johnson was the guy I wanted to be with.