Picture Perfect

Chapter Twenty-Two: Movies and Goodbyes

AN: Hi guys! I am so sorry for not updating for almost three weeks, I guess? I'm really busy with schoolwork and I cry every time :( and I rushed this chapter so I'm sorry if it sucks but I hope you enjoy it and I promise that the book is almost over so I hope you continue reading it and I hope you like the story and thank you for the votes. You guys made my day :*
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Francis Payne
I cast my bath towel on the bed and stalked the city that was four stories down from where I stood. I couldn't help smirking, realizing that for about two months I've met Sabrina Daniels. Oliver was at my apartment too and he was discussing with someone. I pried my door open to meet eyes with who it was.

I vaulted in shock and mortification- bearing in mind that I was only wearing my boxers on. Sabrina stared at me then looked away sheepishly.

"I'm sorry," She exclaimed in a high pitched voice, heading out the door.

"Wait stay there." I say, traveling as fast as I could back to my room.

I yanked the shirt down my neck and went back to see Sabrina still eyeballing the opposite direction from where I was. I coughed to indicate it was all alright. She twisted her body and stared at me.

"Did you miss my abs?" I joked, pulling her closer to me.

"Nope, I just can't get over seeing your fats."

I glared at her and she kissed me on the cheek.

Oliver interrupted us by making vomiting noises and we just laughed.

"Remember all of us are going to the movies. Caleb said it's really important to him."

We both nod then my phone vibrates. I excuse myself and check the message. It was from Olivia.

Date today? We need to talk

I know it was bad that I'm going behind Sabrina's back again but since the misunderstanding, Olivia and I were talking about how to deal with the paparazzi plus our managers who were far from furious at us- technically just me.

I drop the phone in my pocket and grab a granola bar on the counter. "Terrence is texting. I have to run. See you later okay?"

Sab nodded and she sat on the couch, moving her fingers rapidly on the screen of her phone.

**

Sabrina Daniels
Seven Hours.

Francis has been gone for seven hours.

I know I should trust him but how could I when he's left no messages or what so ever about where he is and what he was doing. It was absolutely impossible that a meeting with his manager could take so long. I didn't really want to be the clingy type of girl but this has been driving me insane.

"Sab, chillax, he'll be here." Caleb said, placing his hand on my shoulder to keep me from wandering around.

"But what was he doing for the past seven hours?"

I glance at Oliver who shrugged and gestured at me to calm down.

The line of the ticket booth shortened and just in time, Francis arrived.

"I'm sorry I'm late, traffic was terrible."

"But did it take you seven hours to wait in traffic?" I retorted sarcastically.

He hugged me from behind and whispered, "I'm sorry you know how work is."

I laughed and let the topic go.

**

Caleb Hartley
After the movie, we decided to eat at Patricia's Palace. We finished our dinners and ate the pieces of cake served before us.

My hands were juddering as the thought of the situation came into my mind. I just met and got along with everyone so well but then this happens. I cleared my throat and stood. Each person looked at me in curiosity. Once I spoke the words, I could feel that they were sad or disappointed.

"You're going back to Europe?" Megan spat out, catching the attention of the people on the nearby tables.

I sighed. "Tonight precisely; that's why I called you all for a last movie and dinner night. My parents had trouble with the company so they need my help. I'm not sure when I'll be back though."

Francis tapped my shoulder and gave me an optimistic smile. "Well we'll see each other again won't we? Plus distance never hurts once you make it work out."

"Exactly!" everyone agreed.

"Thank you guys for being my friends. I never knew that I'd meet people like you."

They all smiled in awe but after that we all burst into tears. We didn't care about the people whispering and giving us odd looks, because together we're a family that no one can break.

**

Francis Payne
We brought Caleb to the airport in tears and I could barely concentrate while driving so I hauled a cab to keep me and Sabrina safe.

She eventually fell asleep on my lap and I began to overthink. If being distant from Caleb hurts what will happen once Sabrina returns to Michigan?

What if she breaks up with me or our distance will keep us away? Plus my job and her studies interfere with our schedules as well.

My heart sank and I could feel myself want to vomit. I cannot lose Sabrina. Not to anyone. She's too important to me.

I brushed my hand down her arm and felt hot tears starting to form.

The only way to make everything okay is to make worth of our time, every single second of it.