𝐉𝐀𝐊𝐄 𝐑𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐘 [ 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐬 ] ✘

Oblivion

Note: SURPRISE! I wrote a one shot mid-week haha XD How unusual for me XD Anyway, enjoy, guys!! :)

Jake's POV

When you fall asleep

I looked over to see Alexa's eyes had fluttered closed. She had finally fallen asleep and a peaceful expression now covered her porcelain features.

With your head upon my shoulder

When you're in my arms

Her head was lying on my shoulder. I moved a strand of hair from her face and wrapped my arms around her.

But you've gone somewhere deeper

Her head slid down my shoulder until it was resting on my chest. She snuggled deeper into my t-shirt and I held her tighter.

Are you going to age with grace?

Watching her sleeping form, it suddenly brought a memory to mind....the day we first met...

Are you going to age without mistakes?

~ Flashback ~

"Excuse me, but do you know the answer to number 5?" I whispered to the girl that sat in front of me.

It was History class again and yes, I hadn't studied.

Are you going to age with grace,

The girl turned around in her seat and my breath caught in my throat when I saw her face. She was beautiful. She looked just like an angel. Her hair was blonde and her green eyes were bright and mesmerizing.

Or only to wake and hide your face?

"Yes, I do. But that would be cheating so I'm not helping you." she said sternly, pointing her pencil at my face.

I just nodded, still speechless as she turned back around.

What just happened here? I thought to myself.

~ End of Flashback ~

When oblivion

My mind returned to the present and ran my hand up and down her arms. She was still just as beautiful at 22 as she was at 16...maybe even more so...

is calling out your name

Her clothes were torn and dirt had dulled her blonde hair but she still looked like an angel. And no matter what, I'd always protected her...but I couldn't protect her from this.

You always take it further

Tears filled my eyes at the thought and I choked back a sob. We were stuck in a hospital in the middle of an outbreak and no one knew when or if it would end.

than I ever can

I'd never felt more helpless in my life. I rested my head against the tiled wall and a tear slid down my cheek as I closed my eyes, memories seeping into my mind once more.

When you play it hard

~ Flashback ~

Her fingers glided over the piano keys like a master. She'd always had that gift, that talent. She always told me it was only because she'd practiced so much but I knew better. It was her natural talent.

and I try to follow you there

I smiled as I sat down beside her on the piano stool. I began to play with her, although I think mine was off-key.

It's not about control

She laughed at me and I stopped playing as I laughed along with her. It was then I noticed how close we were to each other.

but I turn back when I see where you go

I leaned in closer to her and she did the same. Slowly, our lips met and I felt fireworks from the contact. My hands cupped her face as the kiss deepened.

~ End of Flashback ~

Are you going to age with grace?

More hot tears trekked down my face as the memory left me. In that moment, everything had been perfect. What I wouldn't do to get that back...

Are you going to leave a path to trace?

My eyes drifted back down to her face. I had planned on marrying her. We were going to make a life together.

But oblivion

But everything was different now. Nothing could be the same as it had been back then. Nothing.

is calling out your name

I tried to wipe away the tears but they just kept coming. I need her in my life. She's my rock, my everything.

You always take it further

And above everything, she's selfless and kind.

than I ever can

I'd never be as good as her, I knew...

When oh oblivion

Suddenly, she started to cough lightly and I lifted her up in my arms to a sitting position.

is calling out your name

The coughs became more violent and wracked her body, pools of blood coming out of her mouth.

You always take it further

I sobbed as I held her in my arms. She turned her head to face me then.

than I ever can

"It's okay, Jake...I'm ready..." she whispered, smiling up at me.

I sniffled and nodded. Her bright green eyes closed then and I knew it was the last time I would ever see them. I sobbed again and rocked her lifeless form in my arms. She was gone. My world, my light, my reason for living....gone. And I would never see her again. An empty feeling filled my chest as the tears kept coming...tears that would cease to stop...

Note: Also, AlexaBeith, this one is dedicated to you! :) I'm sorry that your character died in it...it wasn't my intention. I just started writing and it turned into this. But if you don't like it, just let me know and I'll write you into another :)