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eleven

The rest of the week passed quick. Today was finally Friday and I mentally thanked God for allowing me to make it this far. When I came back to school on Wednesday, the day after Luke's confession, people stared. Nobody said a word to me, though. Mikey stood by me as much as he could to guarantee I wasn't lonely. We walked in the hallway to go meet the rest of Mikey's band (which included Luke).

After Mikey left my house last night, I came to the conclusion that I would continue making Luke jealous because I don't owe him anything. Him expressing his feelings in such an insecure manner is a direct reflection of him. If he really liked me, he would have to prove it.

I wrapped my arms around Mikey's bicep as we approached the rest of the boys. Calum waved at me and reached out for a high five while Ashton pretended like I wasn't there. Luke stared Mikey down and waved me off.
I rolled my eyes as I got on my phone and stood next to Mikey. He finished his conversation with them and we walked off.

"We should go to a party tonight downtown after the concert." Mikey suggested and I shrugged. "You could just sleep over too so you don't have to drive home." He nodded this time and we moved to lean against the lockers again. "I'm so excited for tonight, M. If all goes right, I could get big or something.. and you could be my personal roadie." He giggled a bit, running a hand through his hair.

I smiled brightly and looked up at him, "You'll make it big Mikey, I know you will." He leaned down to kiss my cheek. "Thank you so much, M" I nodded and we both went our separate ways for class.

School went by fast, which I was beyond grateful for. I sped home to get ready for the gig and after party. Mikey went to his house to grab his stuff and then he would come here. I chose a navy blue tube top along with some white high waisted jeans. I slid my checkered Vans on and moved to my bathroom to straighten my hair.

Suddenly, my phone rang. I read the caller ID and picked it up quickly. "Hi mommy!" I grinned through the phone. My mom responded, asking the basics and we spoke while I did my makeup. I looked at myself in the mirror with admiration. I looked fantastic. I snatched my faux leather jacket off the shelf and picked up my phone. I walked down the stairs and grabbed my keys, sliding into my truck and pulling out of the driveway.

I pulled up to the small snug lounge type place as I fixed my hair in my mirror. I slid out of my truck adjusting my tube top and walking into the building. I walked along the back of the building where the bar was located. I took a seat at the bar, only asking for a water to sip on while I watched the performance. They were setting up on stage and I watched Mikey as a smile crept onto my face. His eyes scanned the arena, searching. Once his eyes landed on me, they lit up. I grinned widely and waved as he cheesed back hard. The rest of the boys arrived on the stage shortly after. Mikey winked at me and the music started while the lights dimmed.

Mikey wrapped his sweaty arms around me as I hugged him back tightly, not caring if he was sweaty. "Thank you for coming! My favorite groupee!" He screamed, I laughed hard, trying not to trip over his long legs walking beside mine. They were packing up the van to go to the after-party. "Come with us?" Mikey asked with pleading eyes. "I really shouldn't, I don't want to intrude." I said shyly.

I don't know how most of the boys feel about me hanging around and I'm trying not to be around Luke more than I need to. Maybe then, this little crush will go away. That's my hope. Mikey waved his hand in front of my face. He had known me long enough to know that I always zone out and get lost in my thoughts. He looked at me with pleading eyes once again. "Please baby." He whined in a playful voice.

Immediately after the words left Mikey's mouth, I felt Luke's eyes on me. I knew I shouldn't use this to my stupid advantage. Using Mikey to make Luke jealous wouldn't be beneficial in even the slightest way to anyone here. I giggled hysterically at the nickname Mikey gave me. It wasn't anything new, he always called me pet names. I could still feel Luke's angry eyes on me. "Fine. I'll come. Only for you!" I said to Mikey, resulting in him scooping me up and hugging me tightly. I giggled once again.

We all climbed into the van, me sitting on Mikey's lap due to a lack of seats. Luke's angry eyes remained on me but after 3 swigs from Mike's flask, I could not care less. The illumination of the numbers 10:00 lit up from Mikey's phone.

Let the night begin.