I Love You More | MJJ ✔️

{Chapter 45}

WOW, time flies so freakin FAST! It's already July now! Michael and I decided not to see each other nowadays because he said he got people following him around...paparazzis. He's back to rehearsing so, there're people, including fans, waiting for him here and there, near his house and literally everywhere.

Since June, I never did call him firstly. He's the main busy guy and I don't wanna waste his time. Trust me when I say Michael is hardworking like...REALLY hardworking. He spends all day and all night rehearsing for the tour. He gives his all even to the rehearsals. Haha, I've seen it in person, remember? *winks*

Oh, update on Michael's music stuff! He started working on the short film called "Is this scary?" for a song to appear on "The Adam Family Value" soundtrack. Love's working on new music and here I am jumping up and down like a three-year-old kid. Hehe.

I feel like I want to call him.

"Michael?"

"Hey, babe."

"How're you doing?"

"I'm good."

No, he's not.

"Ahh, are you sure..?"

"Do you not believe me?"

HOLD UP. HE IS ANGRY.

"I- I believe you!"

"Baby, I'm sorry. This's not a good time, okay?"

"Okay..."

"Bye."

"B-"

He hangs up as soon as he said 'bye'. This's not normal. I'm getting worried. But what can I do? Nothing.

Oh, at least, I can ask Bill.

"Hello? Bill?"

"Ms.-"

"Shhh! Is Michael there?"

"Yes."

"Can you come out and meet me?"

"Me?"

"Yeah, you."

"I think I can."

"Okay, so please come to White Palace and don't tell him that you're meeting me."

"Alright."

Thirty minutes later, I meet Bill at White Palace cafe.

"Bill, answer my question honestly."

"Yes?"

"Is Michael doing fine?"

He's hesitating.

"Bill?"

"I don't think I can tell you, Ms.Reimers."

"Why? Is that very private?"

"I thought you knew about it. He was even talking about it to Ms.Presley."

"What?"

Okay, what's going on?

"He talks about it to Lisa?"

"Yes."

I'm honestly pissed right now.

"Bill, do you think that is something I'm allowed to know?"

"I think you should speak directly with Mr.Jackson."

Oh...., something is going on, I guess.

"So...., is he on phone with her...almost all the time?"

He's hesitating again.

"Bill..?"

"He is."

Yes. I'm mad right now.

"Almost all the time?"

"Not that much but yes, they do talk on the phone a lot."

I clench my teeth.

"I knew that..."

"Excuse me?"

"No, nothing."

I sigh.

"Thanks for meeting me, Bill. I appreciate this and please don't tell Michael about this."

"Of course, I won't."

"Thank you."

"So, will you excuse me..."

Bill leaves and I'm left alone, sipping my mocha in the cafe. I think I want to make things clear with Michael. I'm going to him tomorrow.

Now I'm in my room, sitting on my bed and about to click the 'call' button to Michael's number. Is he still angry? Is he fine? Ugh, I don't know.

*clicks*

"Hello?"

"Michael?"

"Oh, hey, baby..!"

He sounds normal now. Thank Lord.

"Why're you calling me at this time of night?"

"I don't wanna disturb you but I have something to ask you so..."

"What's that?"

"Can we meet tomorrow?"

"Tomorrow? Wait-"

I think he's going through his notebook.

"Yes, we can. I have rehearsals only in the evening."

"Okay, Michael."

"Are you okay? You sound a bit nervous."

"That's my question. Are YOU okay?"

I hear him sigh.

"I am."

"Liar."

"What?"

"Don't lie to me. You're not okay."

There he sighs again.

"Well, I'm not."

"What's happening? May I know?"

"I still can't tell you, babe. I'm sorry."

"But you told-"

I had to stop myself from saying 'But you told Lisa Presley'.

"What?"

"Nothing. Michael, if there's anything bothering you and if it's okay for you to tell me, please do tell me. I believe I'm one of the closest people to you."

"You are."

"Really?"

"Baby, what's wrong? Do you know you've been asking me a lot of questions?"

"Enough. We'll continue tomorrow. I'll be there around 10. Good night, Michael. I love you."

I don't wait for his reply and end the call. I'm sure he's annoyed or worried by now. Ugh. And I hate myself for having doubts about him and Lisa. He's been in contact with her before our relationship started but I feel like this's getting worse.