Give Up (Shoey)

Chapter 10- Awake

Chapter 10- Awake

Shane's POV

I waited days before I was allowed to see him. It was torture but I think about everything I put Joey through.

I just pray that he isn't mad at me or anything. I'm such a jerk. All of those things I said.

That I'm not gay.

That I love Lisa.

That I was gonna propose.

I'm starting to feel nervous to see him. But it's too late. I'm standing in front of his door. He just woke up an hour ago very confused. It's time to tell him what happened.

Joey's POV

I wake up in a hospital. I frown. I don't want to be here. How did I get here anyways?

I bet Meghan found me or something. I just want to be dead. He probably already proposed to Lisa. They're engaged. I began to cry.

Why does this have to happen to me? Why do I have to suffer?

About an hour later the doctor says that I have a special guest here to see me. Who could that be?

The door slowly opens. In steps the love of my life. I hold my breath. He smiles at me.

Joey: What... what are you doing here?

Shane: I came to see you silly.

Joey: Why? Shouldn't you be with Lisa?

He sat down next to me and held my hand. I ripped it away. I don't want his pity.

Shane: I found you and called the ambulance Joey.

So it was him. I look away and bite my lip. I'm trying to hold back my tears.

Shane: I'm sorry I didn't find you sooner.

Joey: You don't care. You don't love me.

Shane: Yes I do.

I look at him. He must've meant the first part. He loves Lisa.

Suddenly I feel his warm hand on the back of my neck. He pulls me closer so our lips touch. I forget that he doesn't loves me and I kiss back.

But I realize all of this is pity. I pull away and shove him. I let a few tears fall.

Shane: Joey I-

Joey: Leave.

Shane: Listen Joey.

Joey: Leave!

It's silent. He stands up but he doesn't walk out. I turn and glare at him.

Shane: Can I say one thing before I go?

Joey: Whatever.

Shane: The memories came back Joey. I love you Joey. I already moved out of Lisa's apartment. I'm sorry I hurt you. I hope that you'll forgive me and take me back.

Am I dreaming?

I must be dreaming. Shane is with Lisa now. Happily engaged. Planning their wedding. Their future, maybe even their children's names.

That last thought made me want to puke.

I look into Shane eyes and search for the truth. I desperately want Shane back but only if he truly loves me as much as he did before the accident.