So Close Yet So Far

Chapter 6

I tried to open my eyes as the sun was shining bright through my window. I heard noises, sounding like it was coming from in the kitchen, and Jessica was not in my room.

I walked down, and I smelled, what seemed the most perfect breakfast ever. Chocolate chip pancakes, with butter toast and milk. Jessica was already sitting down eating. I must have slept in longer than usual.

"Did you guys have fun last night?" Mom asked.

"Gosh, yes. Justin actually talked to me last night for almost half an hour. He asked me to meet him today. I still don't know where though." 

"And I met Ryan!" Jessica shouted, with a huge grin. "I think he likes me" she implied, blushing.

"That's awesome you guys!" 

"Oh I almost forgot!" I said as I ran up the stairs to get my phone. Justin wanted to talk about where to meet up. 

Hey Justin, it's Allison! I know you wanted to meet up today.

Do you have an idea?

It was 11:00 a.m. so he should be awake. Less than a minute later, I feel a vibration from my pocket. I pull out my phone, witha  response from Justin.

Oh hey! There's this hotel downtown, about 20 minutes away, you know Holliday Inn? 

Wanna meet there around 7? We can just get a room, and chill and talk, if u want.

A hotel? Really? I don't know how my mom will react. 

Maybe I just shouldn't tell her. I could tell her I'm just going to hang out with Jess.

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Jessica agreed to cover for me. It was 6:00. I suppose it's time for me to get ready. 

I went to the bathroom and hopped in the shower. As soon as I got out, I heard my phone vibrating. 

"Hello?"

"Hey Allison?"

"Yes, is this Justin?"

"Yes! Are you ready?"

"Almost just give me about 20 minutes and I'll be on my way."

"Alright, beautiful, see ya later."

"Bye Justin."

I found a pretty long, red dress, with a sparkle outline. It was so beautiful. I was never really confident in myself though, but I know damn well this looked good on me. 

I hope this wasn't too much for just meeting at a hotel. 

I walked downstairs, and my mom was sleeping. I guess now's the perfect time to go. I shot Justin a quick text letting him know I was on my way.

As I pulled up to the hotel, I saw a stunning guy, who happened to be Justin. He was in a formal black suit, red tie, and black dress pants. He looked so wonderful. I couldn't help but to stare at the perfection of him. 

He glanced over and saw me, and let out a big smile. He walked towards my car, and opened the door for me.

"Why, thank you." I responded. 

Oh goodness. Here come those butterflies again, but I didn't mind.

He grabbed my hand, and intertwined our fingers together. I couldn't help but to giggle and smile. It was like a dream. I mean, who would ever thought this would happen? Especially to someone who just yesterday, thought she was going to a concert, never imagining she would talk to him for half an hour.

We walked in, and he was whispering to the woman at the front desk, asking her to keep quiet that he's here, because of all the paps. I would do the same thing if I were famous. It has to be annoying sometimes. 

She guided us to our room, and it wasn't what I expected at all. It didn't even look like a hotel room. It looked more like a fancy restaurant, except without all the people. 

It was beautiful. The room was dark, with only lit candles surrounding it. There was a table in the center with a white table cloth on top, a candle in the middle, and two plates of fancy food, of what looked like lobster. 

My mouth dropped, forming a round shape. I was so surprised that he did this. Why would he even plan this?

"Oh my gosh, Justin. This is so beautiful." I said.

He kissed my cheek and looked me in the eyes. "It's all for you." He said, glowing.

"I love it, but why?" 

"When I saw you, I couldn't stop thinking about you. There's something about you that I want to know more of. Something's got me hooked. I don't know." he said, looking down shyly. 

"Really? Me?" I responded, with my eyes widened.

"Yes." he said as his voice got weaker, as in a shy way. It was adorable.

We sat down and began enjoying our food. Wait a second..I thought he was dating Selena? Should I ask? Or should I just enjoy my time?

"I have a question."

"Alright, ask me."

"Aren't you with Selena?"

"Um, well, not anymore." he said.

"How come?"

"Jealousy. I kind of got tired of her overreacting when I would hang out with girls. Even if they were just friends."

"I see."

Well I guess my question has been answered. I wonder how long ago it was though? And how he could bounce back so easily with this? 

Ah, I'm just going to enjoy my time with this guy.