Birthdays & Jealousy

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One Month Later

Jess' P.O.V.
The stinking ringing from my phone woke me up. I answered and didn't even look at the ID caller. My voice had a tired tone, "Hello?" "HI BEST FRIEND! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!" Kaitlyn screamed. I sighed and chuckled, "Dude, you called me at 6:30 in the morning just to say happy birthday?" "Duh. That's exactly what I'm doing." After having a small conversation with Kaitlyn, I looked at the clock. The sun shone over it as it read "6:39". I laid back down on my bed, though I didn't fall back asleep. I stared at the white ceiling of my room. I'm surprised my family didn't wake up. I was speaking loud on the phone. I kept staring at the ceiling. Then it came to me. It's Rocky's birthday! I shot up from my bed and snached my phone from the night stand. I dialed Rocky's number and waited for him to answer. "H-hello?" answered a tired Rocky. "Happy birthday! Happy, happy birthday! Happy birthday! Happy, happy birth- hey!" I chanted. "Happy birthday to you too," he chucked, "but isn't it a bit too early." I giggled, "Suck it up bro, cause the same happened to me," I responded. "Tell your siblings to come over today. We can have a small celebration," I suggested. "Yeah, sure. I'll tell the rest then," he said. "See ya later then?" I asked. "See ya later beautiful," he said. Wait what? That was weird. I hung up and decided to take a shower.
I looked at the wrapped gift beside my bed. It was Rocky's birthday present. It's something he's been wanting. He even told me when we went out last time. Can't wait to see the look on his face. I picked out some clothes and headed for the bathroom to shower.
Rocky's P.O.V
I walked out of my room to the kitchen for breakfast. When I walked in, my family was already up. "Happy birthday!" they screamed in unison. Ross walked up to me and tackled me in a hug. As he was hugging me, Rydel jumped on my back and the rest of my siblings ran towards us for a group hug. "C-cant b-breathe," I chocked out. They let go and laughed. "Happy birthday bro," Riker patted me on the back. We heard a knock on the door and my mom went to go open it and in came Ellington and his parents. "Happy birthday my friend," Ell said and hugged me. "Thanks dude," I said. "By the way guys, Jess told me to go over her house for a small celebration. What do you guys say?" I informed them. They all agreed so we began getting ready. I ran to the room I shared with Riker and began to get ready. As I was getting ready, I looked at the small, wrapped box on the night stand next to my bed. It was my birthday present for Jess. I'm hoping she'll like it.
Kaitlyn's P.O.V
"Mom, what's for breakfast?" I asked as I walked into the kitchen. "Pancakes," she answered and I grinned. My siblings walked in as well. We were sitting at the table, eating and discussing a movie we'd seen the night before. My mom interrupted, "You guys have to get ready to go to the Johnson's. I can't go, I have to work and so does your dad." We nodded and finished our breakfast. I ran to my room and began picking out an outfit. Jess told me she was gonna invite the Lynches. That means Riker's gonna be there. I look at the clock that read "8:46". We won't go to the Johnson's house until 10:30 or so. But it's better to get a head start on getting ready. I'm pumped. I get to punch my best friend 18 times.
Jess' P.O.V
I got attacked with hugs in the living room by my siblings. My mom made a special breakfast for my birthday and I actually ate it completely. I regret it now. I found myself in the bathroom, face in the toilet, letting every last piece of food out. I flushed and wiped my mouth. I just sat on the floor of the bathroom, feeling guilty. Even if I didn't wanna throw up, I probably would've. My stomach feels weird if I don't let it out. I sigh and get up, wash my hands and walk out of the bathroom. The Lynches are supposed to come over in an hour or so. I decided to head to our music room. As I entered, I heard someone playing piano. Dustin. "That sounds horrible," I teased him. "Shut up," he said when he finished playing. "Just kidding," I said innocently. "How does it feel to be an adult?" he asked. "Still feels the same," I giggled. We spent a while talking in the music room and then we heard noise coming from the living room. We walked into the living room and Kaitlyn was there with her siblings. Kaitlyn tackled me with a hug. Then we waited for the Lynches, who came half an hour later.
Riker's P.O.V.
I spent my whole time talking to Kaitlyn. Not gonna lie, I enjoyed it. "So, when did you meet the Johnsons?" I asked. "Basically when they moved here," she giggled. Then the doorbell rang. Jess went to open it and a guy came walking in, he then gave Jess a side hug. "I'm looking for Kaitlyn," the guy said. Kaitlyn turned her head in his direction when she heard her name. As soon as she saw the guy her mouth dropped open. "Dillan!" she screamed and ran over towards the guy. They instantly gave each other a hug. I felt a wave of jealousy wash over me. The Johnsons and Canizales all greeted the guy with hugs. "Guys, this is Dillan. Dillan these are Rocky, Ross, Rydel, Ellington, Ryland and Riker," Dustin introduced us. "Dillan, just came back from New York," added Samantha. "Bro, I didn't think you'd come back," Jess said. "So ya didn't want me to come back?" Dillan said faking a pout. Jess playfully punched him. "I came back because I missed you guys. Some more than others..." he said looking at Kaitlyn. Kaitlyn blushed and said, "We missed you too." I didn't like this. Something was weird. We're they dating?! No. They couldn't be. That just couldn't be.

Kaitlyn's P.O.V
I still couldn't believe he was back. Dillan was my boyfriend. We broke up when he moved to New York. I missed him so much. There's just one odd thing. Riker. He acted so strange when Dillan arrived, especially when I hugged him. I wonder what's up with him.
Rocky's P.O.V
We were all eating cake and it was finally time for presents. Jess and I sat on the floor and opened our presents just like old times.
Jess' P.O.V
We had cut the cake for both Rocky and I. I got some frosting and smudged it on Rocky's cheek. He looked so adorable. "Guys, presents!" shouted AJ. We all headed to the back yard because there would be more space there. I received loads if presents and so did Rocky. It was time for me to give Rocky his present. "Be right back. Your present is upstairs," I said. I run up the stairs into my room and picked up the sort of heavy present. Rocky's facial expression turned confused when he saw the big present. "What is it?" he said as I handed it to him. "Open it. You'll see," I answered with a cheeky grin. He ripped off the wrapping paper and revealed a black case. He opened the case. "No way! Thanks!" he screamed as he took the green electric Dean Vendetta guitar out of the case. He ran towards me and hugged me real tight. "Thanks Jess," said and he gave me a kiss on the cheek. A kiss to which I saw Ross cringe at from the corner of my eye. "Now it's time for my present," he said smiling widely. He took a box out of his pocket. "Here. Open it'" he handed me the small wrapped package. I opened it, revealing a golden heart necklace with a music note on it. I smiled, "I love it." He then took another necklace out of his pocket. A matching silver necklace with a guitar on it. "And I have my own," he smiled and put on his necklace. Then he proceeded to put mine on me. I hugged him and said thank you.
Riker's P.O.V
I liked seeing my brother happy, but Kaitlyn and that guy were pissing me off. She was laughing at everything he said. Come on, he can't be that funny. I was on my phone trying to get my mind off everything when I felt a tap on my shoulder. "Hey, need company?" Kaitlyn said. "I'm sure Dillan's better company than me," I said looking her with a serious face. She sort of frowned, "What's wrong?" "Nothing. Im fine," I lied. Surely, I was jealous, but I couldn't let her know. Maybe it's for the best. She looks happier with him than she'll ever be with me.
Jess' P.O.V
We were blasting music and dancing weirdly around the house. Delly even awkwardly slow dance with Ellington. It was cute. It was kinda strange that Kaitlyn wasn't hanging around Riker as much. Ross was kinda distant with me too. So I decided to walk up to him, "Hey dude. What's up?" "Nothing much, I guess," he shrugged. "You okay?" "I think so," he replied. I sighed. "Let's go inside for a while," I suggested in more of a question form. He nodded and we went inside. "Why'd we come inside?" he asked as we sat on the couch. "I don't know. Just thought it'd be nice to be in a quiet place," I shrugged. There was a moment of silence. "So, nice present Rocky gave you, huh?" he spoke up. "Yea. I loved it." Ross shifted weirdly at my answer. "But I also liked yours," I added. He'd given me a bracelet that said 'Where words fail, music speaks'. He smiled when I said that. Then, he began to lean in. He was close to my face. Then our lips touched. It was just like 5 years ago when we had our first kiss. When we pulled back, I sat up quickly. "Let's go back outside. I wanna go hang with Delly," I said trying to avoid the awkwardness that follows after a kiss. We walked out and continued the rest of my birthday. 18 years. I've survived another year. I wonder how much more I can take.

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