Sick Little Games (All Time Low)

chapter 3

"I'm hanging out with the guys again tomorrow if you want to come. Rian's girlfriend Cassadee will be there," Zack told me as we walked up the stairs to my apartment.
"Will Jack be there?" I asked digging my keys out of my purse.
Zack stared at me before walking again "Yeah,why? You don't like him,do you?"
"God no! He's a prick. No offense. I know he's your band mate but Jesus," I groaned unlocking the door.
"Guessing you guys didn't get off on the right foot?" Zack asked,humor lacing his voice.
"Who in the hell greets someone by saying 'I like boobs'? No,we didn't," I stated,getting angry just at the thought of him.
"Damn,he must have really pissed you off big time. He's a good guy,Dakota. Just a bit different," Zack told me defending his friend.
I sat on the couch with a sigh,"So I've been told."
Zack laughed and sat beside me,"He'll come around. Hey,what time is it? I left my phone in the car. "
"2:34 in the morning," I chuckled.
"Shit, I don't want to drive," he rubbed his eyes and looked at me with a pout. "Hey Kota...."
I sighed and pushed myself off the couch,"I'll go get you a blanket."
"Love you bestie," Zack yelled as I went to the storage closet.
"Whatever you say Zack!" I yelled back grabbing a blanket.
"You're a meanie," Zack commented as I handed him the blanket.
I quickly pulled the blanket back, "Would you rather sleep in your car?"
Zack's eyes widened,"You didn't let me finish. You're a meanie to all the people who aren't as nice and caring as you."
"That's what I thought," I smiled handing him the blanket. "Good night Zack."
"Good night Dakota," Zack smiled shifting into a comfortable position on the couch.
Smiling,I walked down the hall to my bedroom. Taking off my dress,I changed into a tank top and a pair of sweatpants.
As I laid down Jack's words ran through my head,"I'll prove to you I'm not an asshole,I promise."
"We'll see about that," I mumbled closing my eyes.
****
The sound of my apartment door closing and talking startled me awake.
Heart pounding,I grabbed my hair brush and quietly crept into the living room.
The person had a beanie on and was holding a phone to their ear. Yelling out,I ran up behind them and hit them in the head with the brush.
"Ow! What the fuck,Dakota!" A familiar voice yelled.
"Zack?" I asked shocked.
"Who did you think it was? Dammit," Zack hissed rubbing his head.
I sighed,"Sorry,I forgot your were here."
"Clearly," Zack huffed before laughing. "A burglar wouldn't stand a chance that's for sure."
I smiled,"Are you okay?"
"Yeah,I'm only slightly concussed," Zack joked dryly.
I let out a breathy laugh,"Who was on the phone?"
"Rian. We're meeting at his and Cassadee's place in about an hour," Zack explained.
"What's Cassadee like?" I asked my nerves spiking at the thought of meeting a new person.
"She's very sweet. Just ignore her and Alex's bantering. It's all in good fun," Zack told me absent mindly fiddling with his nose ring.
I nodded slowly,"Well I'm going to go get ready."
****
"I don't care if it's the 'greatest movie ever' I'm not watching that shit again!" Rian groaned as we walked in.
"It's not shit! It's the best movie in the history of ever!" Jack's voice yelled back.
"Jack must want to watch Home Alone again," Zack sighed.
"That movie is awesome," I laughed as we walked into the living room.
A girl with brown and blonde ombre hair watched Jack and Rian as Alex sat on his laptop in his own little world.
Cassadee looked up as we walked in,"Hey Zack. Who's your friend?"
"This is Dakota," Zack smiled.
Cassadee said hi as Jack's attention went from Rian to me.
"Hey Dakota," he said with a smirk.
"Hi Jack," I said with a forced smile.
"Alex,get off the laptop and speak," Cassadee said reaching out and kicking Alex gently.
"Shut the hell up, Cass I'm on Twitter," he glanced up at me. "How are you Dakota?"
"Good. Yourself?"
"Great," he mumbled before closing his laptop. "So are we going to watch a movie or what?"
"Home Alone!" Jack screamed.
"No!" Rian groaned. "Dakota,you're the guest. You pick."
"Why her?" Jack whined. "Why can't I pick a movie?"
"Because you pick the same fucking movie every time," Alex said in a 'duh' tone.
"You better pick well," Jack said glaring at me.
"How about The Amazing Spider-Man?" I suggested nervously.
"Sounds good," Rian shrugged typing it into Netflix.
Smiling,I followed Zack to the couch and sat between him and Cassadee.
Jack glanced around Rian and Cassadee and smirked at me. Pulling his phone out of his pocket he started typing.
Cassadee's phone buzzed and she furrowed her eyebrows as she looked at Jack, "Why?"
"Just do it!" Jack exclaimed, bouncing in his seat.
Rolling her eyes,Cassadee stood up and almost instantly Jack jumped in her place,"Hello Dakota."
Huffing,I ignored him and kept my eyes on the screen.
He chuckled and stared at me for a moment before turning to the TV,"Good movie choice by the way."
My lips twitched as I suppressed a smile,"Thanks. "
"Are you still mad at me?" Jack asked focusing on me again.
I shrugged,"It wasn't the best first impression. "
"If it makes you feel any better Cass' boobs are worse," Jack smirked.
"Hey!" Cassadee squeaked as Rian said,"Jack that's my girlfriend you're talking about."
"Jack,you're awful!" I said not able to suppress my laughter.
"But you're laughing so I win!" Jack cheered turning to the TV.
I stared at him as he watched the movie. A smirk was plastered on his face as he folded his hands on his stomach.
He was overall an attractive guy. Maybe I could warm up to him.
****
By the time the movie was over Jack and I were the only ones awake.
"So are you two close?" Jack asked, looking at Zack who was passed out with his head on my shoulder.
"Yeah,he's my best friend," I smiled nonchalantly playing with Zack's hair.
"Wanna raid Rian's kitchen?" Jack asked,his dark eyes sparking.
I was about to refuse when my stomach rumbled,"Sure why not."
"I think I'm starting to like you," Jack chuckled,grabbing my wrist and pulling me after him.
I snorted in laughter as Zack fell over on the couch.
"Whoa Rian stocked up on booze," Jack cheered,grabbing two beer out of the fridge.
"I-I don't drink," I told him quietly.
He laughed, "I figured that much. These are both mine."
"Jack, it's only like 12:30. Shouldn't you go easy?" I frowned.
"Who are you? My mom?" Jack snorted before turning to me and putting his hand on my shoulder. "I'm a big boy, Dakota."
"Fine, whatever you say," I said rolling my eyes.
"You're cute when you're worried," Jack smirked.
"Whatever," I mumbled, turning to the fridge so he couldn't see my blush.
"Even cuter when you're annoyed," Jack laughed knowing he was getting under my skin.
I turned to him crossing my arms,"Are you drunk?"
"I've only had two beer,babe. Ask me again after these two," Jack stated reaching behind me and grabbing two more bottles.
"Don't call me babe," I huffed.
Jack eyed me and he drank,"And you're damn sexy when you're angry."
"You're drunk."
"Maybe a little," Jack laughed. "But even if I wasn't you'd still be beautiful."
I rose an eyebrow, "Jack-"
"I'm serious," he interrupted. "Dakota,I like you."
"You barely know me," I scoffed.
"Then let me," Jack shot back.
I stared at him before sticking out my hand,"Deal."
Smirking, Jack reached forward and shook my hand