This Is Paradise

I Still Remember How You Moved So Slow

Alysha's P.O.V

It's been about one week since I decided to give Vic a second chance, and it's honestly been the best choice of my life. I've been happier, and I could see a drastic change in Vic's aura too. When I told Alex I was dating his favorite band's vocalist, he demanded to know the whole story. I told him everything. From the first day Vic and I met until now. Leaving out a couple I intimate moments from our past dating years.

I was currently dressed in some baggy grey sweat pants, with Vic's black hoodie to cover my top half. I invited Alex over to watch a movie and hang out, since we've both been pretty busy lately. Vic had a meeting with his manager tonight, so it left a perfect opening to spend time with my bestie. I poured the two bags of extra buttery popcorn into two separate bowls, and carried them to the coffee table in the living room. Alex was so unpredictable so I would just wait to pick a movie until he arrived. Suddenly my front door burst open, revealing Alex on the other side. He was holding two pillows and a blanket for himself, and he also brought a couple movies. Good thing I hadn't picked one yet.

"Alexxx!!" I yelled, smiling. He set his things down to give me a big hug, before kissing my forehead. "Allyyyyy!" He replied, mocking me. "I brought some movies over, I hope you don't mind." He announced. I knew it didn't matter if I liked the movies or not, because we were going to end up watching them anyway. "Oooo what movies?" I asked, plopping down on the couch. He flashed the covers at me, and I admired his choices. The Nightmare Before Christmas, all the Men In Blacks', and last but not least Frozen. "We're defiantly watching The Nightmare Before Christmas first." I said, grabbing the movie from his hand.

"I knew you'd make the right choice." He winked, putting the other movies to the side. I giggled lightly as I sat up to put Tim Burton's best move into the DVD player. We each grabbed a bowl of popcorn and dug in as the movie began.

Half way through the movie, Alex had already crashed and was snoring quite loudly must I say. My phone buzzed from the coffee table, and I reached over to see who interrupted my movie.

Babe<3 - I miss you.

I smiled at the sweet but simple message before replying.

Me - You interrupted my movie, but I'm gonna let it slide because I miss you too :(

Babe<3 - Oh yeah, tonight's your movie night with Alex, huh?

Me - Yeah, why?

Babe<3 - I was going to ask if you wanted to hang out, but I don't wanna interrupt. ://

Me - Alex is sleeping like there's no tomorrow. And I'm pretty sure he won't mind if you were to come over.

Alex was a super fan anyway.

Babe<3 - You sure?

Me - Yes, he loves you xD

Babe<3 - Haha, okay I'll be over in ten.

I text him back quickly, before setting my phone back down and continuing to watch the movie. By time Vic showed up, Jack The Pumpkin King was dancing and singing about how he still didn't understand Christmas. Even though he's read the book over and over. I jumped up to let Vic in, but first letting Alex he would be here. Which didn't go as planned, because he didn't wake up. I swung the door open, and smiled at Vic as he walked in. After he shut the door behind him, I gave him a big hug before pecking his lips and pulling him over to the couch.

I resumed to watching the movie, as Vic wrapped his arms around me. He began kissing below my ear, and I swatted his arm. "I'm trying to watch a movie Victor." I whispered, giggling. He pouted and crossed his arms over his chest. "You're a baby." I said, poking his face. Alex stirred beside me and I froze, shushing Vic. When I was sure he was sound asleep again, I looked back over at Vic and copied his actions. I crossed my arms and pouted out my bottom lip. "I can do that too." I said.

He chuckled and pulled me closer to him. "But you look way cuter." He whispered, attaching his lips to mine. I kissed him back and tangled my hands in his hair, momentarily forgetting Alex was right beside me. "I don't want to wake him up." I laughed, pulling away. "Me either." He sighed, leaning back. I frowned slightly before smiling wide. "I have an idea." I whispered, a little too loudly. I dragged him off the couch and pulled him outside, all the way to the pool.

"Why are we at the pool?" He asked, chuckling. "We're swimming, duh." I stated the obvious, jumping the fence. He gave me a confused look, before shrugging and jumping the fence. "Have you lost your mind Alysha Martin?" He asked, wrapping his arms around my waist. "Maybe." I shrugged, giggling. He placed a kiss on my forehead, before I stripped down into my sports bra and spandex I was wearing underneath my clothes. I shivered lightly, before jumping into the cold water.

"You're insane." Vic laughed, before taking off his hat and shirt and jumped in after me. I shielded my face from the splash he created, until I felt two strong arms pull me closer. "Hi babe." He smiled, looking into my eyes. "Hi Victor" I replied, smiling back. I pecked his lips before disappearing under the water, and swimming to the shallow end. Vic followed closely behind, and sat down next to me on the stairs that led into the pool. "I love just looking up at the stars." I said, smiling. He took my hand in his and turned my face to look at him. "Me too." He replied, referring to me. I smiled and blushed before leaning in and kissing him.

He kissed me back passionately, and his hands moved to my waist gripping me tightly. My arms rested on his shoulders, and I pulled myself closer to him. The kiss got more heated, as I felt his tongue slide into my mouth. A combination of the cold water, and being with Vic caused goosebumps to rise on my skin.

Some cleared their throat from behind us as I jumped, pulling away from Vic. My building manager was standing behind us, with a scowl on his face. "I'm sorry." I mumbled, biting my lip. "Get out!" He yelled, I quickly walked out of the pool and Vic followed me before turning around to face the building manager. "It wasn't her fault I-" He began, but was cut off.

"I don't care who's fault it was! Just get out!" He screamed. Vic gave him a dirty look before walking over to me and grabbing his things. We silently left the pool until we were out of earshot. "He's an asshole." Vic stated, laughing. "I know, I swear he hates me or something." I replied, giggling. Vic intertwined our fingers as we walked back to my apartment. Alex was still sound asleep on the couch, so we silent tip toed to my room. "I need to shower." I said, looking at my reflection in my mirror. My makeup was everywhere, and my hair was scrunchy from the chlorine.

"Me too." Vic added, smirking. I rolled my eyes and turned to face him. "We're not showering together." I informed him, throwing a pillow at him. He chuckled as he threw the pillow back at me. I grabbed a new pair of undies and a bra from my drawer and a Ghost Town shirt and black sweatpants from my closet.

"I'll be out in like ten minutes, then you can shower." I told him, walking into the bathroom. He nodded his head and laid back on my bed, as i closed the bathroom door.

Vic's P.O.V

Tonight has been perfect. Even though we got in trouble for swimming, I still loved every minute of it. I'm so grateful that I got Ally back, and I'm never going to let her get away again. I laid down on her bed and stared up at the ceiling. My feet were swinging back and forth under her bed, until I hit something. I wanted to make sure I didn't break anything, so I got out of her bed and peek under it.

The only thing I found was a black journal labeled ALONE.

I flipped it open out of curiosity, and instantly regretted it. The journal contained depressing saying and lyrics, only about three of them being happy. Dates were written above each perfectly written quote, and the very first one was written the day we broke up. Had I made her feel this bad?

"W-what are you doing?" Ally's voice muttered from behind me.

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This chapter is kinda short... But it's a cliff hanger and will make for a great next chapter :) So, Vic found her journal. What shall happen next? I don't knowww ;)

- Amber xxx