MY LOVER.....MY FRIEND.....A JAYLOR FANFIC

Part 4

The bottle blonde reminded Joe that her name is Carrie. She sidled closer to Joe and leaned towards him and openly flirted with him. She was giggling and twisting her hair and licked her lips while looking intently at Joe who seemed to be enjoying it.

Taylor did not expect this kind of response from Joe. He was giving Carrie his full attention and kind of flirting back at her. So she turned to Alex and started a conversation with a soft sweet voice. She even placed her hand on his shoulder while laughing at something that he said.

Joe saw the interaction between Alex and Taylor and he felt a twist on his heart watching them flirt with each other.

Some people on their group started leaving and only Taylor, Joe , Alex and Carrie were left behind. Carrie moved towards Joe and asked him if he could take her home. Joe looked at Taylor who ignored him still totally engrossed in a conversation with Alex.

'Where is your place" Joe asked and Carrie rattled off her address. "Oh that's on my way, I don't mind taking you home. Tay would you like to come with us?"

Taylor gave Joe  a blank look and said goodnight abruptly. She started walking away followed by Alex. He walked her to her car and bid each other goodnight.

Taylor got home with a heavy heart feeling that her best friend deserted him for another girl. She felt disappointed that he hardly gave her any attention as soon as Carrie started flirting with him and he even drove her home. Her heart felt like exploding with anger at herself for this selfish behavior. He is single, unattached who needs a love life, but he's still my best friend.

She took a long hot shower and got ready for bed when her cell rang. It's Joe and she was not ready to talk to him so she ignored it. He called so many times and eventually he sent her a text message.

J= "Hi Tay , I just want t know if you got home safely. You know I  always worry for your safety".

T=silence😶

J="Please answer me"

T=silence😑

J="Where are you. Now I'm worried"

T=no response

J=" Are you home or still out with Alex?'

T="I'm not out with Alex. Maybe you're still out with Carrie"

J="I dropped her off at her place and went home. Are you okay?" ☺. So Am I still invited in your house at the Hamptons? I understand if I am disinvited. 😞

T= Of course you are invited. I will text you the address and you can drive there. Are you taking Carrie with you?"

J= "No, She is just an acquaintance. You are my bestfriend Tay. I would never exchange you for a dozen Carrie anytime of the day."😍

T= "In that case you can drive me there. Is it okay, my dearest friend?"

J= "I would love too.my darling friend" 😉

T= "Great , then pick me up at 9am. Ok?"

J= "ok, my beloved friend. See you tomorrow. Goodnight my love"

T= "goodnight my lovely friend: see you tomorrow."

Joe has a big smile on his face after texting Taylor feeling relieved that he still has his best friend.  He felt bad realizing that he did not give enough attention to Taylor  when Carrie started flirting with him and he initially tried to play along with her. But when he saw Alex and Taylor whispering to each other he wanted to take Taylor away from him. He felt bad thinking about it. Taylor is single, beautiful, smart, caring, kind and such a wonderful person and she is entitled to be happy with somebody whom she loves. She remains his best friend that he loves the most. 

Taylor was up at  8am and started cooking breakfast of waffles, bacon, sausages, fresh fruits and was brewing coffee when her doorbell rang. She answered the door to Joe who was smiling widely and gave her a warm hug and sweet kisses on the cheek.

"Hello my darling friend, you look so beautiful today" Taylor twirled showing off her flowy floral sundress and gave him a curtsy and he bowed in return causing them to laugh out loud.

'You don't look so bad yourself my dearest friend" eyeing him with approval. He was wearing cut off denim shorts , tank top and an open shirt with canvas shoes to complete he ensemble.

"Let's eat my darling. Breakfast is ready." They both enjoyed their breakfast and as usual feeding each other from their own plates. While Joe was cleaning up the breakfast dishes, Taylor hurriedly packed a small suitcase of clothes and personal stuff for the weekend.

By 9am they were on their way to the Hamptons. They stayed quiet for the early part of the trip then Taylor asked "I'm just curious what's with Carrie are you attracted to her? I am her colleague and I might be able to help you get closer to her".

"Tay you don't have to worry your beautiful mind about her. There is nothing there at all. I took her home and I left. If you think I kissed her or made out with her you are wrong. She's not my type. By the way what's with you and Alex, he's so into you last night, making goo goo eyes and vying to get your attention all the time.

"There's nothing between us. He is a friend and colleague. He walked me to my car and we parted ways.

"Oooh , so what's your type of girl" she asked with a small teasing smile.

"My type of girl must be funny, smart, kind, caring, and being beautiful doesn't hurt either." While Joe was enumerating his likes Taylor was counting with her fingers and keep pointing at herself except for the last one. 

"Oh I missed one, I'm not a girlfriend material for you" and gave him a funny sad look making him laugh out loud.

"Which one did you miss" he smirked at her."

"The beautiful part. Wow I almost met your requirements. Don't worry my darling you will find her."

"You're beautiful my darling, don't underestimate yourself. Beautiful inside and out. So tell me your ideal man".

"He has to be loving, caring, smart, kind, funny, supportive and my rock. His good looks will be a plus that I welcome."

"I have everything except the good looks part. Sorry I don't meet your standard" looking sad after he said it.

"So we have a mission my friend let's find partners for each other. Deal?"

"Deal my friend" and shook hands. They stopped by the winery and got a few bottles of local wine and fresh fruits from the farmers' market nearby.

They arrived safely at the Swift's beach house and was greeted warmly by Andrea. Scott was nowhere in sight. Taylor's friends Abigail, Martha, Selena and Gigi were lounging by the pool and they ran towards them hugging Taylor and gave Joe warm smiles of welcome.

"Let's go Joe, I'll take you to your room then get ready for fun , food and sun." holding his hand while walking away from the girls.

On their way back to their friends after changing into swimsuits Taylor heard her father calling out to her. "Taylor come, look who's here." Standing beside Scott is Chris her former suitor from college.

"Joe I need your help, play along with me ok. I'll explain later" Making Joe frown and looking confused