Rose Gold (Scavi)

8. Livestream

SCOTT'S POV

I'm so embarrassed about getting drunk and passing out in front of Avi. I'm nearly 24, and this hasn't happened to me since I was a freshman at college. I was worried Avi would be annoyed at me, but he was so caring and sweet. He gave me ibuprofen and and a bottle of cold water first thing the next morning. He also gave me a big hug, and told me how relieved he was that I was okay. I wanted nothing more than to lay down for the rest of the day, cuddling him in my bunk while I slept off my deathly hangover. Since that would make Avi uncomfortable, I called Mitch to my bunk and he lay next to me while I spooned him and fell back asleep. 

AVI'S POV

"So, did I say or do anything embarrassing that night?" Scott asked hesitantly, looking uncomfortable.

"Nah, you were just louder and even more obnoxious than usual".

"Drag me!" Scott exclaimed, punching my shoulder lightly.

I decided not to tell Scott that he had attempted to kiss me. It would be better to save him the embarrassment. Although, I can't help but feel curious about why he leaned in... I mean we are closer than we ever were before. In addition to rehearsals and arranging songs for the new album, we workout together in the mornings and watch Game of Thrones together every night in our bunks. We also have great banter as well as heart-to-hearts. Hopefully he realises that we can't be more than friends. He knows that I am straight...

"Livestream time y'all" Kevin announced as we walked backstage hours before our Vegas show.

"Scotty, I saved you a seat", Mitch said, tapping on a spot between him and Kirstie on the couch.

Scott looked between me and Mitch for a second, hesitating before he sat next to Mitch. I sat on the ground with Kevin, the laptop between us. As usual, Scott read aloud most of the questions and answered them first.

10 minutes after we started livestreaming, Scott asked Kevin to switch places with him, claiming he's "too tall" to be at the back. I rolled my eyes, but at the same time liked that Scott sitting was beside me. Even though the laptop was between us, I instinctively scooted closer to Scott. He gave me a small smile in response while Kirstie answered a fan's question.

Throughout the livestream, I felt so energetic and at ease. I surprised myself by killing it with jokes and banter. Scott just seems to have that effect on me. He brings out the light, talkative and playful side of me. When I'm around him, I'm not as quiet and in my head as usual. Instead, I'm full of energy and immersed in the present moment.

I noticed him glance at and smile at me a few times throughout the livestream. He seemed particularly pleased when I said I love watching TV in my spare time. Introducing Scott to Game of Thrones and watching his reactions is something I've really been enjoying since the beginning of tour.

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"Scotty give me a minute, I'll get the GoT episode ready on my laptop".

"Oh um- I promised Mitch we'd have a girl's night. We haven't had one in a while" Scott explained.

"No problem then, I'll catch up on some ACA planning" I smiled, hiding my disappointment.

Scott hugged me, enveloping me in his large arms. Scott's hugs were so warm and comforting. Getting hugs from someone significantly taller and broader than me was a new experience.

After I finished catching up on ACA emails and lay in bed trying to fall asleep, thoughts about Scott and my feelings towards him raced through my mind. I felt increasingly uneasy and anxious, the more I reflected on my feeling towards him.

Why am I feeling this way? I 've never felt this way or thought so much about a guy who was my best friend. I'm also straight for sure, so why are thoughts of Scott consuming me?

After what felt like hours of panicking, I fell into a fitful slumber.

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Who's your favourite PTX band member? I'm curious 👀 Mine's Scott, but I love Avi too!