What Shouldn't Have Been.(X Factor FanFic) Book1

Chapter 36

Dani's Point Of View.

 

Fiona had left in a hurry but I didn't dwell on trying to think of why. Instead I sat on my - well the hotels - double bed and stared at the wooden floor. I had so much going on in my mind it was hard to just focus on one thought. What do I do now? I mean, I liked Ben but I felt more for Jake. There would be no future with me and Ben. But, how do I tell Jake or do I even tell him? 

I was leaving UK soon and I would have to make my mind up quite quickly. I wondered what would happen with Jake and I once I am back Ireland. I didn't want things to end, especially since they had only started. 

I let out a heavy sigh. I didn't know what to do. I couldn't even call Ben as it was Saturday and he was probably getting ready for the show. Something warm flooded through my chest as I thought of Ben's smile. 

I couldn't call Jake as he was with his mother and it seemed likke Fiona was busy with whatever she was busy with. So, I didn't have anything to do. I didn't even feel like going out today. I just wanted to stay inside, cover myself with the white fluffy duvet and sleep. I didn't have anyone to answer to so I could do that. So I did. 

I found my most comfortable clothes and put them on. I then closed the blinds so the bright sun didn't disturb my peace. 

I got into my bed, where Jake and Ben had both done me and curled up under the duvet. I instantly felt safe and relieved. I could just sleep my problems away. Maybe I will reach some sort of an epiphany in my sleep. 

I wasn't even tired but eventually I felt myself drifting into a deep sleep. 

Jack's Point Of View.

''You set this up?'' I glared at Stephanie who sat in the chair by the table. She was looking down at her hands that were in front of her.
The cafe was quite empty so I wasn't drawing much attention to us. I sat across from her, feeling angry yet responsible for Fiona being upset. Why wouldn't she be upset? I mean she did just see me and my ex girlfriend laughing. It must have looked bad as my hand was on Stephanie's when she approached us. But it was only for a brief moment that I put my hand on hers. It wasn't even meant to mean anything. 

''Not exactly.'' Stephanie said and looked up. 

''Right.''

''Really, but you can't deny the fact that there is still something going on between us.'' Stephanie said.

I didn't reply, I tried to keep my breathing under control.

''It also shows that Fiona doesn't or didn't trust you. Otherwise she would have stayed and listened to you.'' Stephanie smirked. 

''Anyway, you didn't answer me, do you think there is still something between us?'' 

''No.'' I said. 

''Oh come on, it's been only three months since we broke up.'' Stephanie raised her right eyebrow. 

''I like Fiona.'' I said. 

''You can like both of us.'' Stephanie leaned forward.

''I don't have feelings for you anymore Steph.'' I said and it was the truth. How ever much it hurt when she broke up with me,  I was over her. I was hurt but that was three months ago. This is now, I don't have anymore feelings for her. Now, I liked Fiona and I wanted to tell her that. To make it up to her and show her that there is nothing going on between Steph and I.

''Oh don't deny it.'' Stephanie traced small circles on the table between us. 

''Just stop it, why are you doing this?''

''Because I still love you.'' Stephanie frowned.

''Right. as if that's true. Now that I'm suddenly on TV you decide to come back to me. You know what, forget this. You are no longer my best friend. You are no longer my friend, I don't know you.'' I said feeling rage growing in my chest. I stood up and leaned closer to Stephanie.

''I don't want to hear from you again.'' I hissed and walked away. 

I needed to find Fiona but I didn't have anymore time. I had to head back to the studio. The show was going to start in a few hours and I couldn't waste time. 

I headed back to the studio where I was met by Mel, she talked through what was going to happen tonight. I was then brought to the make up room where I was made to sit down in a black spinning chair. 

I faced a mirror. I didn't look too happy, I had to at least pretend that I was. After all, I had to be on stage in front of a live audience and do my best to stay in the competition. 

Dani's Point Of View.

I heard someone banging against the door. It seemed like a dream until I heard Fiona's voice. 

''Dani open up.'' She said.

I groaned, I must have been asleep for a long time as the whole hotel room was completely dark. The sun had gone down. I rubbed my eyes and reached over to the nightstand to turn on the light. 

Even if it was small it still burnt my eyes.

'One second.'' I called, squinting at the bright light. 

I stretched and got out of bed. I probably looked like crap but I didn't care, Fiona was my friend and I didn't care if she saw me look like shit. 

I stumbled to the door and unlocked it. 

I opened the door and my eyes widened. 

''Jake'' I murmured and looked from Fiona to Jake. Why was Jake here? Why was Fiona here with Jake? 

I ran a hand through my hair, embarrassed by the state I was in. 

''Hey'' Jake smiled and I glared at Fiona. She shrugged and walked past me into my hotel room.

''Hey.'' I said to Jake and stepped aside to let him in.

''What are you doing here? How is your mum?'' I asked as I closed the door.

''She's fine now, I got a private doctor to come and take care of her. She insisted that I came back to you.'' Jake smiled and walked to stand in front of me.

I was sure that my make up was smeared across my face and that I looked terrible. But despite that, he leaned in and gave me a small kiss.

''Ok x factor will start soon and if you two keep doing that you will miss it.'' Fiona said making Jake and I break apart. 

I could feel my cheeks heating up.

''I'll be right back, make yourself at home.'' I said and walked to the bathroom. I needed to make myself look presentable. I didn't feel too comfortable looking the way I did.