'She Doesn't Get It' - A Josh Hutcherson Fanfic.

part twenty-four.

Part 24, Thalia's POV:

I wake up and the clock next to me reads 7:58 AM. I might as well get up because I won't be able to fall asleep again anyway. I do my morning routine and dress in a white summer dress which ends right above the knew and top it with a pink cardigan Amandla gave me as a gift. I apply nude glitter eyeshadow, concealer, and mascara.

I walk into the kitchen and call out for Jennifer.

"Hello? Jen?" I go into the kitchen and there's a note on the table, "Thalia, went to fix the engine in my car and get groceries. Be back in an hour and a half, maybe two. See ya later."

I sigh thinking of what I can do to keep my company alone. I like being alone but not lonely. I walk over to the grand piano in the living room which hasn't be used more than twice. 

I start to play the keys o my favourite song,

"I'm losing myself trying to compete with everyone else instead of just being me. Don't know where to turn, I've been stuck in this routine. I need to change my ways instead of always being weak."

I play on the piano as I sing to the only song that helped me throughout my teen years.

I'm sure everyone has insecurities about anything. Mines were severe but I learned that it's gonna get better. I was insecure about Josh leaving me and that happened, but I'm still standing on my own two feet. 

"I guess I had all the strength to make it through." Yes,  yes I did.

I finish the song and hear clapping. I thought Jen wasn't suposed to be home for another hour and Josh is doing promotion. One person to think of,  Alexander.

"Hey, I didn't know you were coming by today." I say very toned down but still surprised.

"I can leave, that's fine." He says jokingly as he turns to the door but I stop him before he can.

"Was the door unlocked?"

"Nope, you guys gave me a key, remember?"

"I guess. Just don't come creeping during my sleep." I joke.

"Aw, I wouldn't do that.. Maybe I should, never thought of that really."

"Sure, little birdy." I laugh. He comes and sits on the piano player's seat right next to me, with our knees touching.

"That was really good. The piano and singing. Why do I feel that song means a lot for you?" I gulp and think of something clearly. He is my best friend but there are embarrassing things you just won't tell your best friend.

"Just my favourite. I love the lyrics, so much emotion. But hey, what's up? What'd you come over for so early?" I quickly change the subject as best I can.

"I came to see how you were feeling and I don't live far and I woke up pretty early."

"What do you wanna do? Jen isn't come back for probably two hours. And Josh is doing some promo today."

"Um..... wanna go for breakfast at the beach? It's pretty warm for 8 AM and it won't be as windy as later."

"Sure, I never had breakfast on the beach."

"Great, I have it planned already. My car or yours?"

"Oh really. You knew I would say yes, didn't you?" I say acting suspiciously.

"I was hoping you would." He replies quietly, and looks down to our knees very close in contact.

"My car. It has my music in it. And a full tank of gas. How far is the beach anyway?"

"It's about 25-30 minutes. Quicker in the morning since it's Sunday."

"Let's go," I put on some white sandals and grab my iPod and keys then head out the door.

I plug in my iPod as Alex takes the stuff from his car to mine I prepare the engine and stuff.

I finally choose a song and start it out once Alex gets in.

"Ready?" I ask Alex, smiling. He gives a nod and smiles back.

Float on by Modest Mouse starts to play with an easy bass, great for a quick summer drive.

Alex recognizes the song and we sing along to the song throughout it!

The song ended and we listen to the random songs playing.

We finally get to the beach and we set out on a dry spot where the morning sun hits perfectly.

Alex then pulls out a basket and blanket. Since there was no breeze at all it was pretty hot. We ate breakfast sandwiches with grapes and a bottle of orange juice. When I finished, I look out into the cold sea water and I soon turn my gaze to Alex who's looking at the same scene.

I get up, not being able to contain the joy from just being at the beach. I hold out my hand for Alex and he takes it effortlessly and we race to the huge sea waiting for us to take a dive.

We spend a good amount of time splashing, jumping, diving and refreshing ourselves with this beautiful land occupied by sea. I wish this wouldn't end soon but it's almost 10 AM and we've been here for 2 hours now. 

"Thalia, we should go back now. We smell like sea and my butt is filled with sand."

"Sandy Cheeks!" I yell and race back into the water, yearning for more time but will sadly have to go back home anyway. I stand in the water where it's up to my hips and just stand there, taking in the fresh salty air, birds around me, cold ice water, and thank God that he gave me life and let me beat cancer. 

"I don't think I'd ever been able to swim in the ocean. Thank you." I say to myself hoping only He can hear and swim back to shore. I see Alex drying himself off and I tie my hair in a bun as we make our way out of the beach and drive home.

"Wanna shower at my house? So you won't get your car dirty?" I ask politely. We have three bathrooms which is kinda surprising for a condo.

"Sure."

We pull in the driveway but I still don't see Jen's car. She must be super busy, I think.

I take Alex into my room and give him towels and he knows how the condo showers work since he slept over quite a couple times. I wash my hair, getting rid of the salt water and dew from my body. 

What should I do for Alex? I wonder where's Josh. Where is Jen most of all? I think.

I walk out the shower then slip on shorts and a flow type of top with some pink converse. I wait for Alex to get out of the bathroom and decide to watch some TV while braiding my long hair into a fishtail braid.

"Josh Hutcherson meets with Thalia Grace and cast whom he hasn't seen in almost two months! We wonder how they settled. The question is, what happened with the seperation and leaning on the cast? The break up? We hope to answer your-" I cut the TV off because I'm so annoyed with them saying I took their money. I used my college money for my treatment, I didn't want to feel like a burden. That's the last thing I want to take from the people I'd do anything for, I think.

I lay down with these thoughts on the couch and I soon fall asleep. Alex is still here!