The Boy With The X Tattoo

Eight

"It's been about 3 weeks since Colby's epic prank. Honestly, it was probably one of the scariest moments in my life. I should have known that something was off when Colby showed up at the restaurant. Or when he barely shed a tear when he yelled at me to go back to UVA. I intend on getting him back. Right now, he's out with Sam, doing some guy stuff. I don't know. But I have the perfect plan on getting him back." I say into the camera, an evil grin placing itself on my face.

"Throughout the past few weeks, I've been acting really shady. I know, I've been here a while, but I still haven't fully unpacked my bags. Since I'm going back to UVA for a week, mainly to just hang around since they're on break, I am going to do the best prank ever." I explain, my arm slowly getting tired from holding this camera up for so long.

"I am going to be pranking Colby by acting like I'm moving back to UVA for good." I say and grin when I hear the door open.

"Hey babe. What you doing with my camera?" Colby asks, raising an eyebrow and crossing his arms.

"I am actually filming a goodbye video." I say, trying to point the camera at his face while looking like we're having a normal conversation.

"A goodbye video? Where are you going?" He asks, his voice going slightly higher.

"Sam didn't tell you? I'm moving back to my dorm at UVA." Casual. Keep it casual Rose.

"Uhm...why?" He asks, rubbing the back of his neck, trying to figure out what is actually going on.

"I just don't think LA is the place for me. I mean don't get me wrong, I love living with my boyfriend and all but... I don't want to stop college and become famous." I say, watching his facial expressions go through many phases when he settles on confusion.

"Is this because of that prank? I wasn't serious. Baby, you mean everything to me. If it's that than I can like... do something." He says, his voice breaking a little bit.

"It's not you Colby. I just don't think I'm ready to be a celebrity. I want to finish college, get a good job. Maybe be able to have a life without the paparazzi up my ass." I say, wiping my eyes.

"They don't have to be. I'll protect you. I'll make sure you don't have to deal with that. Fuck, I'll do anything. Just... please don't go." He says, walking up to me and grabbing my hand.

"Please don't go." He whispers.

"Colby, you're making this harder than it has to be. I'll visit. It's not like I'm disappearing off the planet." I say, pulling him into a hug.

"When do you leave?" He asks, his voice shaky.

"Two hours." I say quietly. He frowns.

"I'll take you. Just... get ready." He says before kissing my cheek and walking out.

"Guys, I feel bad but like... maybe he'll get a taste of his own medicine. Golbach's are excellent prankers. Alright so, he probably will get mad if I don't take my camera so I'm going to take it. I was going to leave it here and see what happens but I mean, that's what Aaron's doing for me. Alright I will see you guys at the airport." I whisper, not sure if Colby's waiting out the door or not. I grab my suitcase, the others hidden in Sam's room. I walk out and down the stairs when I hear Colby and Sam talking in hushed tones.

"I guess this is see you later?" Sam says, coming in for a hug.

"Yeah... I hope." I whisper, handing him a 5 dollar bill. Sam said he would act if I paid him, but he never specified how much.

"Ready Rose?" Colby asks, his car keys in his hands.

"Yeah. I guess I am." I say.

AT THE AIRPORT

"I'm going to miss you." Colby says, giving me a hug before I have to go through the gate.

"I will never forget you. You're so..." I start when the announcer says that it's time to board.

"Colby...I need to tell you something." I whisper, praying to God that he doesn't hear me.

He heard me.

"Anything. Please. Before it's to-." He starts when they do the call for all economy class.

"I'm only going for a week. I'm visiting some friends. I'm not moving back. I love you Colby, but all I have to say is... WELCOME TO THE PRANK WARS." I say, watching Colby's face light up at that.

"Oh my God you scared me so bad." He says, pulling me into a very tight hug.

"Ribs." I squeak, catching my breath once he lets go.

"Ma'am, are you boarding this flight?" A lady asks, scaring the life out of me.

"Yes I am. Bye Colby. See you in a week." I say, giving him a quick kiss before heading off.

"YOU'RE A ASSHOLE!" He yells. I smile and turn around, using the same line he used three weeks ago.

"ONLY FOR YOU."