Devil In Her Heart (John Lennon fanfic)

Chapter 75.

Seven months Later

July 13, 1961

I sat on the sidewalk, having a smoke as John made a call. I watched as an upset expression washed over his face. I flicked my cigarette and made a face as two girls walked by, giving me a look. I extended my legs out and stared at the small bruises forming on my legs. Maybe I should start wearing stockings for now. John came back and helped me up.

"So?" I asked running my fingers through my hair.

"Stu's quitin the band." He said looking upset.

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When we had came back to Liverpool back in December, everyone was kind of seperated for a few weeks. After George was deported, Paul and Pete were sent back as well after they got out of jail. Me, John and Stu stayed for a few days, but John ended up getting in a bit of trouble so we had to take a train back home. Stu stayed behind and came back to England in the beginning of January.

When George turned eighteen, we were able to return back to Hamburg for a few more months and hopefully finish what we started. I was really excited to go back to see Ringo again.

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So Stuart was leaving the band. It was really heartbreaking to hear because he's become a part of our little family. I mean sure me and Stu had sex once but he was like a brother to me. He always looked out for me and I looked out for him.

"I got accepted into this art college 'ere in Germany. I um..I'm finally goin to be what I want." He smiled handing me his acceptance letter.

John, Pete, Paul and George were downstairs as me and Stu stayed up in our room...I guess in a way, saying our goodbyes. It was odd saying that.

"I'm really happy for you Stu." I smiled and took a deep breath. "But um, I'm going to miss you so much. I mean, you're leaving us."

"I know but...this is what I want. Me and Astrid can finally be together and, I'll become what I've always wanted."

I smiled and held his hand. "As long as your sure this is what you really really want."

He leaned over and kissed my cheek. "Thanks Luce. Look um, maybe we can keep in touch. Ye know send letters, postcards..stuff."

I smiled and nodded. "I'd love that."

He blushed and leaned in slowly, pressing his lips on mine. I was a bit surprised but I kissed back instantly. We stayed like this for a few minutes, then pulled back looking into each other's eyes.

"Lucy I...I've always had a crush on ye. You always made it so easy to fall for ye but...you sure as hell know how to break hearts easily." He laughed.

"Is that what I did to you?" I asked quietly. He looked down and nodded.

"Just...be kind to George yeah? It's no wonder why he loves ye but...he's too nice for a girl like you. Don't hurt him."

"I already have." I whispered. He moved his finger under my chin and picked my head up to face him.

"Never stop being who you are Lucy. You need that strong attitude to keep ye goin."

I felt my eyes tearing up and sighed. "Damn you Sutcliffe." I laughed.

He smiled and wiped my tears and pulled me into a hug. I held him tight and rested my head on his chest.

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"Bon Voyage Mate! Don't forget to call!" John yelled as Stu got on the train. He waved at us.

"I'll keep in touch I promise!"

"You better you fuckin selfish bastard!" John yelled making us laugh. Stu gave him the finger and laughed, disappearing into the train. I sighed and looked down.

"I can't believe he's gone. I mean..he's really leaving."

"Not forever love. Watch, a year from now he'll come crawling back to us and begging us to let him into the band again." John said wrapping an arm around my shoulder as we walked. "He just has to."

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