𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊 𝐓𝐎 𝐘𝐎𝐔 - jack avery

22 - No One Else

November 27, 2016

~Janelle's POV~

     I sat patiently in the lobby, trying to distract myself from the situation. It was only me and Daniel since the other boys had to get ready for Philadelphia. Daniel has tried to talk to me multiple times, but I just ignored him. Nothing can take away the feeling of knowing that the person you love, may or may not make it out alive.

"Please, Janelle. Just talk to me," Daniel begged. I continued to stare at the ground, thinking of everything I could of done. "Jack will be ok, just give him time."

I shook my head, "How do you know that Daniel. Tell me."

    He kept silent, Daniel had no proof that Jack was going to be ok. He doesn't even know why this happened, the only person that does is me.

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    I ran outside to see Jack on the ground, blood coming from the wounds that he was given. My eyes looked up, watching a black figure run away. I tried to run after them, but a strong grip kept a hold of me.

"LET ME GO. I HAVE TO BEAT THEM." I shouted at the top of my lungs.

    It was useless, the person was too far away now. I fell to my knees, right beside Jack. He had punctures on his chest and shoulders from where he was stabbed. Tears were running down my face.

"It will be ok, Janelle. Jonah grab a towel, somebody call 911." I heard a voice shout. I didn't pay attention to who it was, but it sounded like Daniel.

    Minutes have went by, we had Jack covered in towels and some of the boys even took off their ties. The ambulance finally arrived, dragging my best friend away from me.
    I had no emotions. This was my fault, I could of stopped this from happening. If only I told someone about the texts and calls, then maybe this wouldn't of happened.
    My body was lifted up into someone's arms, probably Jonah or Daniel's. They carried me into the van and laid me down in the back. I was paralyzed in fear, this wasn't like when Jack was pushed off the dock. This was worse.

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     "Come on, Janelle." I heard Daniel whisper to me. I looked up and took his hand, leading me to Jack's hospital room.

    I've had too many memories of these places. Bad ones to be more exact. Every time Jack was hurt, I came here. I sat in the waiting room, visited him for a few minutes, then left. I would kill myself on the inside, telling myself that it was all my fault. It usually wasn't, but this time it was.
    I slowly stepped into the familiar room, being greeted by Jack's body on the bed. I know I sound harsh, but it's the truth. My body wouldn't move another foot towards the bed, it hurt too much.

I looked over at Daniel, water filling his eyes. "I can't do this.. I can't be here."

    I ran out of the room and out of the hospital. I just need some time think, some time to get myself together. That's all I need right now.
My phone buzzes and I hesitate to look at it. What if it's the unknown number again? What are they going to do this time. I look at the text, starting to shake.

unknown

I see they your curly friend
is harmed. Don't worry, he
won't last long. Next is the
rest of the boys, and then
you.

WILL YOU GO AWAY. YOU'VE
ALREADY BROUGHT SO
MUCH HARM TO ME AND MY
BEST FRIENDS. WHAT DID I
EVER DO TO YOU?

It's not your fault, Hun. You
are just an easy target to
shoot at.

I couldn't believe what I was seeing. How is it not my fault? I did this to the boys, I had to get involved with their lives and put them into all of this trouble. Tears were streaming down my face, I couldn't hold it in. It's not just Jack that they are after, they want to hurt all of the boys.

"You ok, Nellie?" I heard a familiar voice from above me. I looked up to see those bright red cheeks we all know and love.

"Yeah, I guess. What are you doing here, Zach?" He took my hand and we sat down on a nearby bench.

"Well one, I wanted to make sure my best friends were all right. Two, I thought that you might need some company." A smile formed on my face knowing that someone cared for me.

"Zach, can I be honest with you."

"Sure, anything you need." He looked into my eyes and I looked into his. I really needed someone to talk to, and I'm glad that it's Zach

"I-I don't think I should hang out with you guys anymore.."

"What, why? We love having you around, Nellie."

"I'm not safe for you guys. I brought you into this mess that I can't fix unless I stop.." I paused, letting the tears fall down.

"Stop what?" I shook my head. He wouldn't understand unless I showed him the texts. But I can't do that.. but I have to.

    I picked up my phone and went to the messages from the unknown number. I let out a large sigh and showed them to Zach. He was shocked at what he saw.

"Is this why you haven't, well.. been yourself?" Zach asked softly.

I nodded my head. "I didn't want you guys to be worried. But now Jack is probably gone,  it's all my fault."

    Zach pulled me into a tight hug. It felt good to be in his arms, I felt protected from all of the worries. Even though he is a bit younger than me, it wouldn't feel right to be in anyone else's arms right now.

"Thank you, Zach." I whispered into his ear.

"Thank you for what?" He backed up and looked at me confused.

"For being here. I know things have been rough, but there is no one else I would rather have with me than you." He smiled and leaned in.

What just happened..

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Author's Note:
Hahahah
You're welcome :)

-Stina ;3