Somewhere In Neverland

Thirteen.

Jack's P.O.V.

I made my way upstairs towards Alex and Arabella's room, hoping I wouldn't see what I saw the last time I went to check on her. I took a breath before knocking and opening the door. "Hey, Arie-" I breathed a sigh of relief when I just saw her sitting and looking out the window. "Oh, hey Jack," she said, shooting me a weak smile. What could have happened in two minutes? I cautiously stepped towards her, not knowing what was going through her head. "What's wrong?" I asked and she looked at me with sad eyes. "I'm happy for you guys, I really am. But, you're going to forget about me. I can't go with you, I doubt anyone would allow that. I know I'm being selfish, I just feel like I'm losing my family. Again. And this time, it's a family I actually enjoyed being around," she spoke and I felt a pang of guilt.

I pulled her into my arm, but surprisingly she didn't cry. "Hey now, you know that we're not going anywhere without you. I doubt Alex would even let that happen. He really likes you, Arie. And we've all grown to love you like our sister. No one would go anywhere without you." I said and she smiled a little. "I love you guys too." I smiled and she played with the sleeves of her hoodie. "Arie is coming with us, she doesn't have a choice." I heard Zack's voice behind us and she jumped up and had the biggest smile. I laughed and ruffled her hair, and we both hugged her. "Told ya, we're like leeches. Or whores that suck dick for a living. We're always gonna be around," I grinned.

"Gross, Jack" her and Zack said at the same time. We laughed and all walked downstairs.

A month before summer;

Arabella's P.O.V.

My alarm started going off and I groaned and turned over to shut it off. Yes, I was still sleeping in the own bed of Alex's room. Even though we were dating, I wanted to respect what the other guys would have to walk in on. I looked and saw Alex was not on his little air mattress and the house was strangely quiet. I figured everyone was still sleeping, despite Alex being hidden somewhere, so I walked quietly over to the bathroom. I brushed my teeth, and straightened my hair, teasing a little and put on some heavy black eyeliner. I sighed and looked at myself in the mirror. I hate school. I can't handle it sometimes. But I have Alex now, maybe it will get better. And Jack and Rian and Zack. I was lost in thought and I heard my phone buzz, making me jump a little. I grabbed it and checked it.

Unknown: Welcome back bby ;) cnt wait to see u again we have some unfinished business

I froze, not knowing the number and knowing they wouldn't tell me who they were. I started to panic, thinking the worst. Jordan? No, it can't be. I've done everything to keep away from him. Not Taylor, it can't be. I had her number blocked years ago. I started having a panic attack and I ran across to mine and Alex's room and dug through my draw for my razor.

I paused a minute, remembering how I haven't done this in a while but thought about the message. I let the razor glide down my arm and it immediately started bleeding. I felt all anxiety and stress leave me. I made a few more slices, feeling numb. I heard the front door slam and I quickly pulled on a hoodie, trying to stop blood from dripping down my arm.

"GET UP YOU FUCKERS I GOT COFFEE!" I heard Alex scream up the stairs. I swear all at once I heard all 3 of the guys stampede downstairs. I laughed a little. "Arie, you coming?" I heard Rian's voice behind me and I froze, "y-yeah, I'll be right there." "Okay," he said, looking worried but turning around and walking down the stairs. I breathed a sigh of relief, close one, Arabella, good job. Just make everyone worry more. I got up and headed downstairs.

As I entered the front hallway and walked towards the door, I saw Alex with a worried look in his eyes. I couldn't look him in the eyes. I knew what I did, and I'm sure he could guess. "Let's go, we don't wanna be late!" I said, forcing a cheerful smile. This was my first day back since the guys had found me at the park bench. I shuddered at the thought but walked out the door, not looking at anyone, bracing myself for today's events. Everyone followed and there was an awkward silence in the car. I bid everyone my goodbye and me and Alex walked to class, hand-in-hand.

Alex's P.O.V.

Rian had said that he doesn't think Arabella is taking this warped tour thing very well. But I knew the real reason, Arabella had to deal with Taylor and see Jordan again. We walked to first period and sat in our usual seats. The class dragged, but I spent most of it throwing little paper balls at Arabella and making her kick me under the table. I swear, the teacher was about to just tell us to leave.

Second period, with Zack, went by a little quicker. We talked about warped tour and he was acting like a little girl. "Jeez, Zack, I didn't know you had a gay side" I grinned and he smacked me. "Shut it, Gaskarth." "Baby, you know I like it," I winked and some girl squealed behind us. "I seriously hate you sometimes," Zack said, putting his head down. I just wanted to get through this period and see Arie. Finally, the bell rang and I said goodbye to Zack, heading to class. Damn. I never thought I could be dating such a wonderful girl. I really like her, it's weird. I walked into class, smiling and then smiled even bigger when I saw Arabella sitting there.

"Hey baby," I said, sitting down next to her. She rolled her eyes, she hates pet names but I think it's cute. "Peter pan," she muttered and I grinned and grasped her hand. Finally, the queen of hell came walking in. I felt Arabella stiffen and her grip on my hand tightened. Taylor came walking over, but surprisingly she sat next to me. I didn't look at her, I couldn't. Arabella looked straight ahead, and wouldn't move.

"Hey, Alex" Taylor grinned, obviously trying to flirt. "Hey." I replied coldly. She frowned a little and then saw my hand entangled in Arabella's. I swear I saw jealousy flare up in her eyes. "You know, I'm having a party this weekend. You and your friends should come with." She stated, but still looked enraged. "Oh-sorry Arabella," she snorted, "only virgins can come. And people who don't mutilate their arms." Before I could react, Taylor had jumped over me and lifted up Arabella's sleeve, revealing scars and what was that? Fresh cuts? What the fuck? I though she stopped!