JASON
The sun has begun setting, the cicadas have stopped humming and fall is coming upon Rosewood. Despite the constant, lingering threat of A, things have been okay.
Jason is still Jason and I love him with everything in me. He loves me and never wastes time telling me. I appreciate him for that. We've each been healing the emotional wounds we've suffered these last few years. He helps me and I help him. Don't get me wrong, it's hard but it's worth it.
As I round the corner to Jason's neighborhood, I find myself becoming more and more happy. It's something I haven't been in awhile but here I am, my heart light.
When I reach Jason's house, I see him sitting outside on the porch swing, a smile spread across his face. Speeding up my pace, I rush over to him and sit down on the swing, memories of Ali and I flooding my mind. We would sit out here, sneaking sips of vodka and talk about cute boys.
"Hey, babygirl." he smiles while putting his arm around my shoulders and pulling me closer to him. I welcome the action and snuggle into his side.
"Hey, I'm uh, I'm sorry for being an asshole these past few weeks." he tells me, his voice wavering ever so slightly.
"It's alright. You're going through shit." I say.
"Yeah but so are you. Doesn't give me any right to be a dick. I'm sorry."
I smile at his thoughtfulness. He's always had a big heart. And while it may not always appear that he cares, he does. He loves fully which means he also hurts fully. He feels everything.
"Jason?"
"Hm?"
"We've been through so much shit together, yeah? Like, we've been to hell and back and somehow we're still standing. And I love you more than I ever have. But I want you to know that no matter what happens or where we end up, I'll always love you."
It's silent for awhile. All the noise that is existing now is the low hum of our breaths. I'm not nervous for his answer because I know that whatever he will say will be enough for me.
"I don't deserve you, Y/N. But I will love you forever."
MIKE
Another Friday is underway which means it's movie night. The girls, Mike and I all gather at the Montgomery's house, retreat to the basement and watch as many movies as we can before passing out. It's a longtime tradition that I hope will continue for a long time.
These nights are my safe haven. I find safety in the large, soft blankets and happiness in the group of friends I am surrounded by. With A, problems in my own family and my own mind, I need this escape.
Emily and I arrive at Arias door and wait to be let in. When the door opens, I see Mike and a stupidly big grin grows on my face. He's my best friend, sometimes more. To most, our relationship is complicated. But to us, that's just who we are.
"Hey guys." he smirks while stepping aside and allowing us to walk in. Emily immediately goes downstairs and when I go to follow her, Mike gently takes a hold of my wrist. I turn around and he quickly pulls me into a hug.
"I've missed you." he whispers into my hair.
"I missed you too." I tell him.
