Elizabeth POV.

     So maybe i need more sleep. The person in front of me was surprising. I looked at James, then Jace.

Owen Stark.

"So...., I'm confused!!" I said

"I called Owen here!!" Jace said.

"Whoa. Is that him?" Owen asked Jonathan.

"Yup!!"

"Well, I don't need to know why you kept yourself hidden. If not, every girl will be at your door every morning!!" Owen said.

"Anyways, what's going on here?" I asked them. They looked at me and became silent.

"You guys might want to sit for this!!" Jace said. We sat down, he brought popcorns and lemonades.

"What I want to say..... Must only be with us four only!!" He said

"Yeah okay!!" We said.

"Promise?"

"Promise!"

"Okay." He said.

"I was given birth when I was 2001 in Manchester. And..... I was a twin. Bla, bla, bla, two years later. My Mom gave birth to a baby and named her Jacklyn....."

"Wait, Jacklyn Hamilton?" I asked. One of Stefan brothers.

"Yep." He replied.

"But why....."

"Would you let me explain?" He asked. I shrug and ate popcorn.

"So, at 5, Mom frequently went to America and we were left with her rich best friend. Ethan's Mom. At eight, Mom took us to America and we saw the cabin Mom and Grandma had been living. It was amazing when we saw the waterfalls.  After that time. We came every year. And every time Mom always went to our Dad's place, we always stayed at the cabin, telling Jack stories."

"One holiday, after going back to England, Ethan went to Knightsbridge. We stayed at our house and the next day, Mom had  a call. She said it was from our Dad. I didn't care, cause as far as I knew, I didn't know him so I didn't like him. She said she was going to America, my sister, Layla wanted to follow her. She asked if we wanted to come along, but i insisted. So she took Jack and i to Knightsbridge, to stay with Ethan and his Mom. But at the end......"

"That was the last time I saw her. And Layla." He said. He took a cup of lemonade and drank it.

"That was......"

"I'm so sorry!!" I said. So his Mom is also dead.

"That's not all. And you guys should stop the pity face!!" He said.

"So, when the news came weeks later that a plane coming to England crashed, I knew they were gone. And I wanted to be strong for Jack so I didn't cry. Layla was my best friend, my sister, my mom, all in one. And I loved her so much. I never really love anyone as I loved them both." He said. That hurts.

"So, limos came the next day, and took Jack and I to America along with Ethan and his Mom. Dad told us he was my father, actually, it was obvious. And because I resembled him so well, he had to keep my identity hidden. He hired men to school me at home but I didn't like it. So, he asked me if I would go to school for normal children, but I had to wear mask, glasses and hoodie." He said.

"So, you have to keep your secret hidden?" I asked.

"Yup. Because of his Dad!" James said. Great, he told them before he told me.

"Oh. What about balls?" He asked me.

"Well, I only come once in a while to represent my Dad!!" He said.

"Can I....."

"Sure!!" He said and gave me his picture.

"I want to see your Dad's....."

"That's my dad!!" He said. Whoa. They really look alike, except for the mature look. They're really alike.

"So....."

"I want to change!!" Jace said.

"It's time to be free." He added.

"Because you have to one day!! Your whole life can't be hidden." I said.

"Exactly Liz. And we called Owen. Cause he can help us!!" Jonathan said. I looked at Owen.

"This is so...... Confusing!!" Owen said.

"Yeah. It is!!" I said.

"I'm still sorry about your....."

"Stop that!!" Jace said.

"Okay. I have the perfect plan!!" Owen said.

"What's that?" We asked.

"Tell the media!!"

"Shut up!!"

"The best thing he can do is tell his Dad." I said.

"Oh. That's right!" Jonathan said.

"I mean, when you tell your Dad, if he says okay, have your life. But if he doesn't say okay. You remove the hoodie, style your hair and come to school. Fuck any media's or lousy spoilt brats." I said.

"You're a spoilt brat!!" Owen said.

"Oh yeah....."

"Okay guys, this isn't funny." James said.

"So. The deal is to talk to my Dad!!" He said. We all nod.

"K. Thanks for coming you guys!!" He said.

"Yeah. Geez, it's almost raining. Beth, do you want a ride?" James asked.

"No, I came with my....."

"We have something to discuss!!" Jace said.

"Bye guys!!"

"Bye!!"

I turned to Jace and he sat on the couch clearing the living room. I helped too and the living room was nice. That was exhausting.

"Elizabeth...."

"Yeah!" I said avoiding him.

"Are you angry I told James first?" He asked.

"No." I replied. Yes.

"I know you are. Look. It doesn't matter who you tell first and....."

"Jace. I'm okay!!" I said.

"Are you angry at me?" He asked.

"No. Do you have an extra room? I need to sleepover!!" I replied him.

"I only have one room!!" He said.

"I'll sleep on the couch!!" I said walking away but he dragged me back. I avoided his gaze.

"Elizabeth...."

"What?" I asked. He looked at me, and bent...., I pulled away.

"No Jace. No!! I'm not a slut okay? I don't want friends with benefits. That's if we're still good friends!!" I told him.

"Elizabeth, we can't spoil our friendship!!" He said.

"I'm friend zoned again. Friend zone. Is there a fucking day where you wouldn't annoy me with that word?" I asked.

"That's because you are my friend!!" He said.

"And I hope it stays that way!!" I said and stormed off.

"Idiot!!"

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  The next day, I wore white sweatpants. Black combat boots. Black top, white shirt, buttoned up, I put the collar up and black cardigan. Black beret and gloves. I went down to smell the aroma of Toasts.

"Hungry?" He asked.

"You bet I am. Good morning!!" I said.

"Good morning muffin!!" He greeted. We ate and as I wanted to ride in his car to school. He got to the drivers seat instead.

"No..... We're going somewhere else!!" He said.

"Uhmm, Jace. I'm vice president now. I can't just ditch school." I said.

"I'll call Hydra and tell him i need you!!" He said. I rolled my eyes. We started driving. It was good thirty minutes. We entered into woods but in the end. I saw a big, wait large mansion. Painted cream, yellow and white. Awwn. A big fountain at the centre. Nice structure.

"Where is this." I asked.

"My Dad's house!!" He said.

"What the fuck!!!!"

"Shhhhhh!!" He said

"You can't just expect me to shhh. I'm in your parents house!!" I yelled.

"Yeah....And so?" He asked.

We got out of my car. We entered and he was tensed. I pulled him.

"Who are you?" I asked him.

"Jason Ronald Hamilton!!" He said.

"Yes. You are that. You are amazing, strong, talented and handsome. You deserve to be free like any other person!! Be brave!!" I said. He hugged me. He took me to a wing. He opened the door and it was like another house in the mansion. I was greeted by a green sofa,  red pillows and a large TV.

Then two step lower,  the king sized bed. A nightstand and pictures. On his walls, I saw a brunette woman with grey eyes. Beautiful, slender and cute. And small Jace, Layla and Jacklyn. Talking of Jacklyn.

"Is Jacklyn in Diamond?" I asked him.

"Yeah!!"

"So what's the deal with Stefan and you?" I asked.

"When I got here and was introduced to every one. Penny wasn't welcoming. Beckett was happy, Julian was little then and small Philip!!" He said.

"So..... Philip......"

"Yes. And I was shouted at for his bruises. He's kinda my best friend here. The only sugar in the cola!!" He said.

"Awn!!"

"Where's...... Where's your library?" I asked. He smirked.

"Not now. I have to talk to my Dad. Don't trespass, watch TV and have a nice time!!" He said. Duh duh duh. And he left.

I smiled and I saw a big book. Whoo. I checked it. Photo Album. I opened it. I was greeted with baby Jace. He had a nice round ass then. Still cute as always. His beautiful sister, and Ethan. The three until Jack came into view. And the four of them, mostly Layla, Ethan and Jace. Later I saw ten years old them. They were so cute. I couldn't imagine loosing someone!! Someone dear to me. Then I saw Jace dressed in love black, Ethan too and Jack. I felt like crying. Then i saw words boldy written. ' Layla album' whoa. It was filled with pictures of sunset, animals, the moon. Stars. Ethan. Ethan. Jace. Ethan. Those two would've been getting it down if she was still alive...... That made me sad until I saw..

JACE PRIVACY PHOTOGRAPHY BOOK.

IF YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL ENOUGH.

YOU GET TO BE ON THE WALLL.💖.

Whoa. I opened it. First picture and sketch.

Roselle Poleman.

She was beautiful, nice sketch Jace. I also saw Layla. Ethan. And different art.

Jan 1, 2012.

Tiffany Anderson.

Oh really? She was actually okay in Middle school. Less bitchy.

Cinnamon Chambers.

Ohh. This was when she said she was sick of red hair and changed her hair blue instead of red with Toby. They changed hairs though Cin liked pulling Toby's. Awn. Then......., Raini? When she didn't fake everything. And pretty lot of guys. I didn't see me. And when I was done with that. I checked a picture.

Don't open. I repeat, don't open!! You're not Jace. It's my privacy.

But under, I saw something written in green and glitter.

Elizabeth Nelson.

Okay, I'll only read one note. I opened it and it showed a picture I took when I was in middle school in the cafeteria. (Chapter's opening picture A/N).

Jan 20 2012.

  Will she get out of my brain. She talks like Layla. Acts like Jacklyn and fierce like miss. Red!! I keep wondering.

Is her eyes that brown or chocolate? I've been staring at her to get her eyebrows well. I can't simply see her well. She'll be good for a model.

Feb 14, 2012.

A girl put a letter in my locker. She's so pretty. I like her. Her name is Dani. But how can she like me? She doesn't even know me!! I miss Layla and Ethan. Rachel has been wicked to me lately!! Jack's behaving like a naughty naughty girl!!

Feb 14, 2014.

  I received more letters. I've been watching those populars lately. They are beautiful girls. But I think I prefer Dani. She's so cute. I know she isn't as pretty as Cin or Elizabeth. Is that girl from Earth?

Feb 14 2016.

  Everyone thinks I'm a loser. I'm receiving more letters. Jean asked me out. I don't know what to say?  Philips nice. I saw Cin bullying a girl behind the corridors. Badass, but I like her. I like her red hair. The way she walks. I'm over Dani. She's a bitch. And yes. I'm now a badass. I have so many books to read.

Feb 14  2017.

   Gosh. Kelvin and Elizabeth are dating. That's nice. My love for Cin is crushed since she's been eyeing James Orchard. That's another football guy. Do you know Americans call it Soccer? It doesn't even makes sense. Elizabeth's having boobs. And ass. So is her friends. Though Cin isn't showing? Won't that Miles guy give up already? Besides, where's Bianca?  I watched Harry Potter again!!!😉😄. I think I'm gonna ask Susan out!!

Feb 14 2018.

   Elizabeth Nelson. She doesn't even have a happy mood today. Feels like her boyfriend isn't making her happy. A girl like her? I kinda want to get into her pants though. Fuck, she's hot. So hot. And if you see the way she sways her hips. Wear her tight beautiful sexy gowns and skirt. Gosh she turns me on. I almost run out of class. Yup, I always have a boner. 

She's pretty nice too. Though she wanted to hunt me down at 6th grade. 

June 1 2018.

  Bad bad bad day!! Stefan and I fought. His fault. Okay my fault but it's nice seeing him in pain. I found out where the cliff is!! I visited Aunt Imelda too!!

  Elizabeth isn't that happy with her boyfriend. Cin's always jealous of Bianca. Ooh. Jonathan got the hots for Mia. Funny fantastic group. Kelvin's banging Tiffany in the showers. Well, they were just making out. Not my problem. I can't wait for them to break up so I can bang Elizabeth.

September 6 2018.

  I'm a senior, now I'll graduate. And run to UK. They won't catch me and have a life there.

  Everyone has been stupid. Owen!! Urgh!!! Your girlfriend's cheating on you. Kelvin's cheating on Elizabeth. James cheating on Bianca with Cin. Jonathan's always mad when Mia flirt with any guy. Ooh. Tiffany and her gang are growing. Whoa. This guy Zack's handsome but not as I am. When is he gonna kick Elizabeth's ass? Well i wanna do something with that ass of hers. Elizabeth Elizabeth Elizabeth. Brown hair. Brown eyes. Nice lips I want to suck.  Ass I wanna press. Pussy I wanna....

Okay that's enough. I flipped to the next page.

October 10 2018.

    Elizabeth talked to me after school. Whoa!! She talked to me!! Gosh I had to keep myself not to push her against the wall and fuck her. Homes crazy. I'm gonna live in the cottage. I've given up cigarettes. I think I'm gonna just read books to clear my head. But then when I want to stop. My brain winds up to picturing Elizabeth naked. Hoolala!! Lalah!! Gosh, Steve's becoming a nerd. I gotta teach him some moves. Stefan's having a girlfriend. Okay fine. I fucked her. But, she came to me and seduced me. She  was the sexer, I was the sexee. So, that left. I'm having a hot shower. What? Dad's home. Great. Now let me pretend I'm sleeping.

November 1 2018.

You won't believe when I tell you I actually kissed her. God I wanted more. But she has a boyfriend and I'm scared she won't want to go far!! She's covering it though. Kelvin's not that worried since he's also cheating with Tiff. I actually feel I should trust Elizabeth though. She's a good person. And for some reason, i feel bad for eyeraping her. She's nice, has a bad past too. Kind. Sweet and mother of fucking pussy's, A godamn nice kisser. I feel I should trust her. She has anger problems though. I like making her happy. She's so cute. I like everything about her. But not HER!! I just think I shouldn't like her. We're just gonna be friends!!!

I closed the book and dropped it. He wasn't lying. That's how he feels about me!! I cried and cried. Thank God I'm not on make up!!

"Elizabeth, let's go!!" He yelled. I nod and he looked at him. His angry face now filled with worry.

"Are you okay?" He asked.

"Yeah. I'm okay!!" I said.

"But you're crying!!" He said.

"I'm not!!" I said.

"How did things go?" I asked.

"Bad. Turns out Stefan's in Audroun to watch me. And wanted to know stuff 'bout you. But he moving close to you was his plan though!" He said.

"So....."

"I don't care. I'm freeing myself. I didn't tell him to fuck my Mom!!" He said. And with that his face fell.

"Jace....."

"Let's just go!!" He said. I closed his door.

"You can't go when you're this sad!!" I said.

"I just wanted a life muffin. I just wanted one. My Mom died. My sister died. I have a bad step mom. A bad 'twin' brother who only likes having my things. An obnoxious Dad and my bff is mad at me!!" He yelled. I hugged him.

"Jace......" I patted his back.

"I need to clear my head!!" He said.

"Well, the seas callin'"* I said. He looked at me and hugged me.

"Thanks muffin. Thanks for always being there!!" He said.

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  We went out for lunch and we had an amazing time.

"So, you know Zack?" I asked him.

"Zack who?" He asked.

"Zac Efron!!" I said.

"Really? I wish I know him!!" He said. I grunt in disgust and rolled my eyes.

"No dummy, Zack Quimby. The new dumb dum player!!" I said.

"Oh. In the track team? Great guy. He's nice!!" He said.

"Yeah.... And hot!!" I said and he dropped his spoon.

"What?"

"I'm jealous. You never said I was hot!!" He replied. Whoa. He's straightforward.

"Well, maybe I was just......"

"That isn't right!!" He said.

"I'm hot as a pepper!! I'm a hot guy. Hot look. Hot abs. Hot... Kisser!!" He said.

"You wish!!" I said rolling my eyes.

"You want to say you don't like my kisses?" He asked.

I do. A lot.

I want to kiss you even now.

"Maybe. Maybe not!!" I said.

"Liar..... Finish up. We're going somewhere!!"

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"Where are we going?" I asked him.

"My company!!" He replied. Oh, the art gallery. We got there, saw his 'PA' I entered his office and wholalah lalah.

"There's my masterpiece!!" He said. It was Jace, Layla, Ethan, Jack and Philip.

"Awwn!!" I purred.

"Yeah. How's Honey?" He asked.

"Great!!" I replied. Wait .... Honey?!?!

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After picking up something from his house, we went to mine. I got in and saw Honey in Taffy.

"Ohh honey, look at you!!" I said. I carried her and Val came running.

"What happened to her?" I asked.

"Oh I'm so sorry Elizabeth. I had some laundry to do, and some errands. And I made Taffy and.... I don't know how she got there!!" Val sakd.

"Well, she's dirty alright. Did you get the dog food? She must be hungry!!" I said.

"Oh, welcome Jace." She said. I looked at Jace.

"Hi." Jace greeted.

"Bring Popcorns and smoothies in 5!!" I said. I went up. Cleaned Honey and we three sat on the couch. Val brought the popcorn and Jace put on a movie.

"Jace, come on....." I heard a yell.

"That's Layla. Always bossy. She had that kind of power in her though." Jace said.

"I'm coming Lay. Jack, Come on, let's go!!" Little Jace said.

"Awwn.... You're so cute!!" I said.

"Yeah I was. Mom was the one filming."

"Did someone order a cutie?" I heard a voice. A young cute Ethan came in wearing a shirt under a sweater and trousers.

"Nerd!!" Jack said laughing.

"I thought I told you this isn't cool!!" Layla said.

"It's alright Layla. You look handsome darling!!" I heard a woman's voice.

"That's my Mom!!" He said. He said it with emotions and I put my head on his shoulder.

"It's okay Jace!!" I said.

"Yeah!!"

"Run Jack. Run!!" Ethan said.

"Who's coming?"

"Angry Layla!!"

And the three of them ran.

"I'm going to kill all of you!!" Layla yelled.

Video stops.

"Today is February 14 of 2012. And...."

"Mom, I have a secret admirer!!" Layla yelled rushing.

"Really?"

"Yeah!!"

"Layla. You have a secret admirer? Who? Thomas? Abraham? Carlos?" Jace asked.

"Relax. I have a love life you shouldn't get involved into!!" Layla said.

"Oh yeah...."

"What's a love life?" Jack asked.

"It's something you'll know when you're older!!" Layla said.

"I'm 9!!" Jack yelled.

"Stop yelling!!" Ethan said coming into view.

"Layla..... Happy Valentines day to you!!" Ethan said handing her a red rose and chocolates.

"Awwwwn. Ethan, that's very good of you." I think her mom said.

"Thanks Ethan!!" Layla said and pecked him.

"Ewww!!"  Jace said.

"Gross!!"

Video stops.

"Mom, who's an asshole?" Jack asked

"Jason Ronald Hamilton!!" Their Mom said.

"Not me!!"

"Layla Belle Hamilton!!"

"It was me. I was calling Jace an asshole for copying my assignment and got an A+!!" Layla said.

"Well, you have to be careful with your words!!" Their Mom said.

"Yes Mom!! Is that all? Where's the discipline mama?" Layla asked.

"Jason, why did you copy her....."

"Nothing. Lay's just jealous. It just turned out that we wrote the same thing. Cause it's the correct answer. But I was very explanatory!!" Jace said.

"Well, instead of writing only Manchester. You wrote the whole London!!" Layla said.

"Layla, what did I talk about Jealousy?"

"Layla's jealous mama!!" Jack teased Layla.

"Cause Jace's too smart and when I try my best. I get a B!!" She said.

"Well, I'm proud of you. But you have to work hard!!"

"Yeah. If you stop calling Ethan every day instead of reading!!" Jace said.

"I don't call him that often!!" Layla said.

"Layla, I got your call. What's the problem?" Ethan asked running in and placing hands on her shoulder.

"Too close!!" Jace yelled and they stood three meters but held hands.

"Okay, so maybe I do call Ethan!!" Layla said

"I'm hungry!!" Jack said.

"I'll be done in a minute!!"

"You're filming!!" Jace said.

"Yeah. So, what's with you and Ethan Layla?"

"We're just friends that like each other!!" Layla said.

"Yes."

"Well, okay. You guys are too little to be in a relationship!!"

"Yeah. That's why when I'm thirteen, the first thing I'll do is ask you!!" Ethan said.

"Awn. I can't wait!!" She said. They hugged.

"Too close!!" Jace yelled and they pulled away.

"So, where's food?" Layla asked.

"Too slow!!" I heard Jack's voice, and when the camera was on her. She had soup all over her mouth.

"What? A girls got to eat!!" She said and try all laughed.

Video stop.

"Mom, I've been very good these days. Can you please buy me that camera?" Layla asked.

"No. It's too expensive!!"

"But Worth's it." Layla said.

"No Layla!!"

"But.... But pleaseee!!" Layla whinned.

"She said no!!" Jace said.

"Oh you butt out Jace!!" Layla said.

"What if we make a deal? I'll buy you the camera when you're thirteen?"

"Whoa. I get to have a boyfriend and the camera of my dreams? I love you Mom!!" Layla Said.

"Hey people who are watching from the awful video my Mom makes. I'M GETTING A NEW CAMERA AND BOYFRIEND WHEN I'M THIRTEEN!!"

"Actually....."

"Butt out Jace!!" Jack said eating cookies. Jace looked at her.

"What? Layla said it."

Video stops.

"Mom, I'm not okay!! Ethan's talking to another girl!!" Layla whinned.

"Well, maybe he likes her now." Jace said.

"Shut up Jace!!"

"You can try!!"

"Oh I will!!" Layla said and Jace ran. She followed. Ten seconds later, she came back smiling.

"What did you do?"

"Nothing that much?" Layla said smiling.

"Layla...."

"Okay okay...... I just poured a whole lot of dumpster on Jace. He's gonna shower for hours!!" Layla said.

"That's bad. But Karma is a bitch!!"

"Karma's a dog?" Jack asked licking ice cream. Layla looked at the camera and then at Jack.

"Layla, I...."

"I can't take it anymore!!" Jace said.

"Hey......, Look at me!!" I said. And he did.

"I'm here for you!! Always!!" I said. He hugged me and I did. Then he pulled away. And he bent to kiss me.

*Purr*

I jumped up and I saw Honey going to Jace. Geez, if you weren't that cute. I'll have killed you!!

"Awn. Honey....." Jace said. Is he even affected? Guess he doesn't really care. That hurts my feelings.

"Sorry Jace!!! Maybe you want to sleep it out" I asked. He nod.

  After tucking him in, he kissed my forehead and I had the urge to kiss him. I can't!! Then he bent. Should I? And moving closer!! Pulling me by my waist. Oh I miss this the way my body goes crazy with his touch. He placed his lips on mine. In a matter of seconds. We were in a heated moment. He kissed the back of my ear. Urgh!! He kissed me straight down my neck. I moaned. Tugging his hair as he reached in. Then I thought? What if he's just using me to forget his pain? Okay Jace can't do that. But what if he just need something to get that off his mind and he feels kissing me can..... Oh it's the same question!! Only politely!!

"Jace.... Jace stop!!" I told him.

"What?" He asked kissing me removing his hoodie.

"You don't have a boyfriend!!" He said. I didn't know what happened. I slapped him.

"Ow, Elizabeth...."

"So...., All this!! Gosh, I'm so stupid!!" I said.

He wants my body. Not me!! He's being thinking about it since I even knew him. Well I knew him but....

"Elizabeth, that's not why I want to kiss y....."

"Don't. Just leave!!"

"Wait, if you just let me talk......"

"Leave!!!" I yelled.

"Elizabeth...."

"Just leave!!" I yelled. He sighed.

"I'm sorry!!"

"Sorry for what?" I asked

"For.... I don't know, hurting you with my words. I don't.... I didn't mean I only....."

"You know what Jace....? I'll be your great friend. We'll be nice friends and help you. You help me with whatever I need and...."

"If you will let me....."

"No!! I'll just be your friend and...."

"God dammit, SHUT UP!!" He yelled. Whoa. He never yelled at me before. I was just speechless.

"If that's what you want. Fine!! We'll be friends alright? No feelings attached!! And no kissing!!" He said.

"But I really really didn't mean that!!" He said and left.

Really? I can't believe we started an argument with him being at fault. And In the end. I'm the bad one. Gosh, he's been going through a lot and I just added to it.

  When I got bored, I played with honey, Owen sent me all what i need to know and do about today's work and meeting. Everything's been going out great as he said and Fiona represented me. Nice. I didn't have to do anything. Now I miss him and I can't call him.

Again. I miss him!!!

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New chapter guys!!💃💃. What's popping? Jace secret opened!! Owen's part of the gang. Our beloved couple are fighting?

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