Just Saying [m.c au]

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        Annabelle felt bad for leaving Michael at her apartment without a reasoning for her leaving, so she figured she needed to explain herself. Although it pained her to bring up the topic to Michael. She tried to push the feeling aside as she paced quietly outside of Michael's work, waiting for him to get off. She could always just walk in, but she needed to find the right words first.

        It was a around noon on a Saturday and Annabelle was not working today. However, Michael's band mate had told Annabelle he was working today when she had stopped by his complex building just moments ago. The guilt inside her was burning a hole and she felt that it was totally necessary for her to speak to him now.

        The cold air breezed through Annabelle's exposed face and suddenly she was very cold. It was winter after all and she was outside not even wearing mitten's or gloves. Only a light fall coat and dark jeans. It had not occurred to Annabelle she'd be outside for this long without moving. Her numb hand reached out for the door handle and opened it up slowly. The ring of the door rung in her ear and felt the warmth come unto her skin.

        As soon as she made contact inside, she seen Michael helping a customer with a smile. Annabelle knew Michael never regretted not going to school, like she does. He loves working at the music shop and being in a band. It makes Michael blissful. When Annabelle sees him jamming out with the boys or listening to music in the car, his always smiling and it's his best moments.

        Michael never seen her at first, until the customer went away with the record of Elton John and he turned to see who walked into the shop. It had been unexpected for Michael, although it was a pleasure surprise to see. Especially since Michael has news to share. He begun walking towards her, "Hey Annabelle!"

        The smile creaked on Annabelle's face as she approached her best friend, quickly wrapping her arms around him once she could. Michael was overjoyed and quite shocked after learning the news that she spent the night with Finn. He knew their relationship would never change no matter who Annabelle was dating, however he wondered why. It deeply sadden Michael to know she never felt the way he feels for her.

        "Hey Mikey."She replied and let go from the tight embrace. Annabelle had a lot of nicknames for Michael, as he did for her. That's just a special part that connects them to one another. Something that Michael felt special to have with Annabelle. He knew Annabelle had no nicknames for Finn.

        He backs away and shoves his hands in his pant pockets. "What brings you here? I didn't even think I told you I was working today."

        "You never, actually. I went to your place and Calum answered the door, he told me."She sighed. The words were going through her head again and again trying to make this sound right. "I just wanted to explain myself from last night. Renee and Tiff was quite hungover when I got home, so I figured you were too."

        Michael chuckles lightly. "Yeah, It was difficult to get up and go to work at eight. But it's not a big deal-"He paused and scratched the back of his neck. "And you don't have to tell me anything. Tiff and Renee told me you went to Finn's for the night."

        Annabelle had not expected that. It had not really crossed her mind that she would be the topic of their drunk conversations while she was gone and she hoped it was nothing bad. They were all drunk though and all know plenty of bad stuff about Annabelle to share. The thought made Annabelle cringe and want to hide forever.

        "Of course they did."She muttered softy to herself. Hoping Michael did not get the chance to hear what she said. Annabelle found it difficult to be upset with her roommates over their drunk telling, although she knew it killed Michael. If only Michael and Finn could just get along. "Look Michael, I'm so-"

        With a chuckle, Michael cut her off and placed his hand on her shoulder. "You need to stop apologizing because you're not going to feel that way after I say what I have to say."

        For Annabelle it was frightening to think what he was talking about. She had no idea what Michael could say next and weather she liked it or not, he would stand for it. Annabelle has always been the type to apologize for things not even associate with her. As for Michael, he'd usually stand by his own judgment even if it was wrong of him. The two things that make them a odd pair.

        "I'm perfectly aware that you're not going to realize that you're way to good for Finn,"Michael paused for a moment. He licked his lips and watched Annabelle's expression soften. "However, I just have to make you realize I'm the one meant for you-"

        "Please don't do this."She spoke with a very gentle tone. It was just barely over a whisper, as Michael could tell it was difficult for Annabelle to say. The topic of Michael and Finn together always hurt Annabelle and Michael hated to hurt her, however he had to do this. "Please."

        Michael looked down at his shoes. "I'm sorry, Annabelle, but I got to do this. I wouldn't be able to leave with myself if I watched you forever stay with someone not up to your quality. And daring, I'm not only saying that because I want you for myself."

        It did anger Annabelle sightly that Michael could not understand her relationship with Finn. Ever since she began dating Finn, she knew the challenge stood between her boyfriend and best friend. Many may say it's almost like a love triangle and that may be so, although Annabelle had nothing to do about it. After all, Annabelle could not control her attraction to Finn like Michael's attraction to her.

        "I promise you your'll come to see what I'm saying about Finn is true."Michael confirms himself, sounding very confident and proud. "And when you do, I'll be waiting here for you with my arms open and my relationship status. Just saying."

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