Pic on side of Layla's outfit. I absolutely love it! ————————->

(This no youtube thing is pissing my off because I had the perfect song to fit it! :( )

SEMI IMPORTANT A/N AT THE END!!! PLEASE READ!!!!!!!

Layla's POV

The rest of my date with Alex was great. We talked about everything and I couldn't stop laughing at his stories. The night had gone by fast and before I knew it Alex was walking me to my door. I loved his company and I felt like a totally different person when I was with him, but of course all night I couldn't stop comparing him to Ashton. From the way he talked, his gestures, to even how his body looked compared to Ashton's. Ashton had this hold on my brain that I couldn't shake and it was starting to pissed me off. I couldn't go one second without thinking of his blue eyes or that smirk he likes to use.

I had forced all of the thoughts about him to the back of my mind the whole night but the moment Alex left they came rushing back like a tidal wave. As I laid in bed staring up at the ceiling I couldn't help but wonder if Ashton was thinking about me to or about Natasha. Even just thinking her name made me bitter. She was everything I wasn't. I knew Ashton should be with her since they would make a great couple but just thinking of them together made my blood boil. Yes I was going insane. After everything that Ashton had put me through I still like him, its pathetic but I couldn't stop. I was the addict and he was the drug.

Ungrateful. That was one word that kept flashing through my mind ever since Alex left. Here I am with a sweet, caring, hot guy who would be perfect for me, and who I already agreed to go on another date with. And just a few hours after I went on a 'dinner date' with I am thinking of another guy. A guy who doesn't want anything to do with me, who hurts me at almost every corner, who is my boss, and who is probably not good for me. But I have seen the side that no one else has; a loving, care, and broken guy. I liked who I was with Alex even though it kind of felt like he was treating me like I was fragile. But I also liked how I felt with Ashton, he made my skin tingle and my heart beat fast; sure we argued but I liked that.

Wow Layla. You have just dug a hole for yourself.

I spent the whole night tossing and turning thinking about both guys. I went to work feeling just as confused as I was last night. Work was uneventful and boring. I had't seen Ashton at all and I was glad. I didn't know what I was feeling at the moment and I knew seeing him would make it just as hard. I was distracted all day and I couldn't have been happier when 5 o'clock hit and I could go home. As I took a taxi home I made the dangerous decision to bring Kacey into this. I need her opinion and I was tired of dealing with it on my own. She didn't know about Alex and I wasn't looking forward to her reaction at such news being kept from her.

Fortunately when I got home Kacey wasn't there yet so I had time to go over what I was going to say. It is sad that I am more scared of my friend than I am with basically anything else. I changed my clothes and was staring at the tv mindlessly waiting for Kacey. About an hour after I got home I heard the keys in the door and starting bracing myself for my upcoming speech.

"Oh good your home. I have had the longest day of my life I swear." Kacey said seeing me on the couch and setting her things down. With her stuff thrown carelessly on the ground by the door she jumped on the couch. I honestly didn't know much about Kay's job but I knew she was under the director at Vogue. She did something with helping make clothes or something rather. Man I really am a terrible best friend, I know nothing about my best friends job or even what's going on with her life. I've been so caught up in mine that I haven't been around for Kacey.

"What happened?" I asked. From now on I need to be a better friend to her.

"My boss didn't like any of the designs me and the other designers made so we have to redo all of it. All 30 something of the winter line needs to be re-designed in 2 weeks for the next issue." Kacey said.

"Man thats...intense."

"Tell me about it. I want to say sorry beforehand because I may not be home much in the next few weeks or if I become grouchy." She said looking over at me.

"That's okay." There was a break of silence and I knew this was the time to talk to her. Taking a deep breath I opened my mouth but instead a knocking sounded on the door before it flew open. In came Neena slamming the door behind her and flopping on the other side of me on the couch.

"I hate guys!" She grunted and laid her head back. Both me and Kacey looked at each other before turning to her. I wasn't as surprised as I first was when Neena barged into our place. She has been over here so many times in the last 3 weeks that neither Kacey or I was surprised by her visits.

"Why?" Kacey asked leaning around me to see Neena.

"Liam is just so stupid! Ever since the night at the Gala we have been getting closer but he hasn't asked me out yet. It has been almost a week! I've given him plenty of hints."

"Well maybe he just wants to take it slow." I suggested.

"But I don't want him to." She practically whined.

"Just give him some time Neena he will ask you out. If he doesn't then he is an idiot, Layla and I will go over there if he doesn't." Kacey said grinning at Neena.

"Thanks guys."

"No problem." I said than chewed on my bottom lip. "I need your guys help now." I finally blurted out. Now was as good time as ever. They both turned to me waiting. "I.."

"Your pregnant!!" Kacey suddenly shouted.

"NO!" I shouted my eyes wide. "Where the hell did you get that?!"

"You just seem very nervous and well that was the first thing that popped in my head." She confessed shrugging.

"Okay well I have two guys that I really like but I don't know what to do." I told both of them about how I met Alex and dinner last night. Than I told them everything with Ashton. They both were silent thinking over everything I told them.

"Wow. Who knew you would have 2 of the world's most eligible bachelor egging for your attention." Kacey joked.

"Only Alex is though. Ashton couldn't care less." I added playing with my fingers in my lap. "I don't know what to do."

"How hot is Alex Ryder?" Neena asked.

"Very. He's got these gorgeous deep green eyes, a killer smile, and not to mention a nice body." I sighed thinking about him. "Plus he is super sweet, funny, and caring even for a millionaire. He doesn't act like he has money."

"Now what about Ashton?"

"He's just as hot as Alex. With his bright blue eyes, soft brown hair, and when he sends me one of his rare smiles it makes him beyond gorgeous. He also has a nice body. Sometimes he doesn't show it but he can be sweet, caring and protective."

"I think I know what you have to do." Neena said.

"What?"

"You need to go on a real date with Alex. Afterwards see what you feel and if you don't feel butterflies or anything close to what you feel when your with Ashton than you know what you have to do." She sent me a small smile and put her hand on my shoulder.

"I agree with her." Kacey added.

"Thank you guys." I reached and put my arms around their shoulders. We sat in silence staring at the tv.

"What are we doing for dinner?" Kay asked breaking the peaceful silence. Neena and I laughed but got up. We ended up ordering Chinese again and spent the night having fun.

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The week flew by and it was finally Friday. I only briefly saw Ashton but he mostly stayed clear of me. When he had lunch meetings or anything I just texted reminding him instead of going to his office. We were both avoiding each other and I couldn't help but feel sad. I missed seeing him even if it was when we were arguing. I felt like I missing something inside of me every time I passed his office and didn't see him.

I was more than ready to go on a date with Alex so I could sort my feelings out. Yesterday he called me asked me out for tonight and I quickly agreed. I needed to get my feelings sorted, I never thought something like this would happen to me, and now that it is I didn't know what to do.

Closing down my computer I gathered my stuff and left my office. It was a 5 past 5 o'clock and Alex said he'd pick me up at my apartment at 5:30. That gave me 25 minutes to get home and change into something else more comfortable. I had no idea what Alex had planned so once I got home I would text him.

Saying a quick goodbye to Judy and one last glance at Ashton's office I left the building and towards home. Even though today was boring I got paid and that helped brighten my mood. I was second guessing looking for another job. This one paid a lot, more than what I had made in a year at the café. This paycheck was almost $3500 dollars. Even if Ashton drove me nuts I actually didn't mind my job, I mean who wouldn't getting paid that much every 2 weeks.

I got home in 5 minutes so I quickly paid the taxi guy and booked it upstairs to get dressed. As Kacey had said on Monday she wasn't home like the rest of the week. The place had been quiet and I didn't realize how boring it is without someone here. Walking through the front door I sent Alex a quick text asking what to wear as I stripped out of my work clothes. When my phone buzzed I ran to it but ended up getting my legs twisted in a pile of clothes and fell on the floor. Groaning I reached my hand up and felt around for my cellphone. Feeling it I grabbed it and read Alex's reply.

T: Layla

F: Alex

Something warm.

Was his simple reply. Yeah that helps a lot. I thought sarcastically. Placing my phone back on my bed I untangled my legs and stood up. Going to closet I scanned the contents wondering what would be good. Looking at the clock I saw I only had 15 minutes until he got here. Pulling on a pair of black skinny jeans, and a cute/thick red and blue plaid long sleeve shirt. Since my hair was in waves today it was starting to frizz, grabbing a grey beanie I pulled it on my head. Reaching into my closet I pulled out my favorite pair of brown boots. Looking in the mirror I saw I looked pretty good considering I had been at work all day. Putting on a new layer of lipstick I grabbed my cellphone and bag before leaving the apartment.

Just as I left through the front doors Alex's Audi pulled up on the curb. Before he could get out I opened the passenger door and slide in. He had the heater going and I was glad he did. The sun was about to go down and it was starting to get chilly.

"Hey." I breathed out to Alex.

"Hi. You look great." He said shooting me a smile.

"Thank you. You don't look to bad yourself." I added once I saw his outfit. He was in a pair of dark blue jeans, and a grey long sleeve shirt. His blonde hair was brushed up into a quiff. He looked so sexy in casual attire.

"So do you want to eat first or do the activity I had planned?" He asked pulling away from the curb slowly.

"Hmmm. What's the activity?"

"Can't say it's a surprise." He shot me a big grin clearly excited about whatever we were doing.

"Lets to the activity first." I suggested. I wasn't that hungry right now anyways. I grabbed a late lunch today so I would be good for another few hours.

As Alex drove through traffic I looked out the window listening to the radio playing softly in the back ground. I was curious as to where he was taking us. All different kinds of things ran through my mind and I bit back questioning him where we were going. About 20 minutes later he pulled in front of the RockerFeller Center. I turned to him confused and excited. He shot me a grin and slide out of the car. Swiftly he came to my side and let me out, I moved to the sidewalk and stared around like a tourist. I was to busy gawking at all the tall buildings around us I didn't hear Alex talking to the valet or when the car left. A hand on my lower back brought be back and I looked up at an amused Alex.

"Ready to go? Or want to gawk some more?" He asked teasingly. I stuck my tongue out at him childishly and let him lead me under this arch way and down appeared to be a walk way.

"Where are you taking me?" I couldn't help but question.

"You'll see." Was all he replied back with. I frowned at him but glanced around at the pretty trees as we walked. Not even 3 minutes later Alex came to a stop in front of me almost making me crash into him. "Okay close your eyes."

"No what if your trying to kill me!" This wouldn't be the best place to do it but I could see plenty of places to hid a body.

"Layla I'm not going to kill you. Just please close your eyes." With a look from Alex I sighed and closed my eyes. "Okay how many fingers am I holding up?"

"8?" I questioned. I must have guessed wrong because I felt his hand wrap around my cold hand and he started pulling me forward. As we walked a few feet I could feel the air getting colder. I tucked my free hand in my back pocket wanting to stay warm. A minute later I felt Alex's warm breath on my cheek making me shiver.

"Open." He said softly. I opened my eyes and gasped. In front of me was an ice skating rink, not just any ice skating rink the RocketFeller one. I should have known that. I thought to myself. I have always wanted to come here but never have. I turned to Alex with a wide grin.

"We are ice skating!?" I almost shrieked.

"That's okay right?" He questioned looking nervous for a second. I took a step towards him and gave him a big hug.

"It's perfect. I've always wanted to come here." I pulled away looking at the rink like a child does at disneyland. There were only a few people on the ice making me even more happy. I don't know how to skate and I didn't want to fall in front of a bunch of people. I grabbed Alex's hand a tugged him towards the booth to get skates. I heard him chuckle behind me but kept pulling him until we came to a stop at the booth.

"Hello. 2 for ice skating?" The older man asked.

"Yes please." I answered.

"Okay that will be $55 dollars." He said. I almost winced at the price but before I could even say anything Alex was handing the money over to the man.

"Keep the change." He said.

"Thank you. What size shoe?"

"7." I answered and Alex answered "11"

The man handed me a pair of white 7 skates and Alex a black pair. Feeling giddy I made my way to a bench to put my skates on. I was nervous but my excitement masked it. We were quiet as we sat side by side lacing up our skates. Alex stood up and held his hand out for me. I placed mine in his and stood up shakily. It was weird having to balance on a thin blade and if you turned your foot wrong you would sprain your ankle. With the help but Alex's hand keeping me steady we made it to the entrance of the ice. I let go of his hand as he stepped onto the ice. I stood back feeling slightly more nervous. I didn't want to fall and make a fool out of myself in front of Alex.

"Are you ready?" I nodded at Alex but kept my gaze on the smooth white ice. How was I suppose to skate on that with just a thin blade!? "Have you never ice skated before?" He asked standing in front of me. We were blocking the entrance but I didn't care.

"N-no I haven't." I admitted stuttering a little.

"It's okay, it isn't to hard. Just hold onto me and I'll teach you." With a reassuring smile on his face I nodded and gripped his hands he held out for me. I lifted my legs and stepped onto the ice. My legs were wobbly, I kept my legs straight and still as Alex slowly pulled me further onto the ice. My grip hard around his hands but he didn't object. He skated backwards with a grace that made me jealous.

"See not to hard." He kept leading me around for a few minutes while my feet and legs adjusted. "Think your okay to let go of me?" I nodded feeling more comfortable. Slowly, like a dad does when letting go of a child bike when learning to ride it, Alex withdrew his hands until I was left moving at a snail pace. He skated a little ahead of me and I moved my legs trying to reach him. When I didn't fall I beamed over at him.

"Did you see that!? I didn't fall!" I exclaimed louder than I should have but I didn't care. Feeling more confident now I bent my legs slightly and moved my feet a tad bit fast than a snail pace. For some reason as I skated slowly next to Alex I thought of the movie Ice Princess. I could almost imagine myself being an ice skater and moving effortlessly across the ice. I was to distracted day dreaming I didn't watch my feet and I ended up tripping over them and landed on the ice. My butt hit the cold ice and an 'oomph' sound came from my lips. Nice Layla, nice.

Ahead of me I saw Alex grinning and holding back a laugh. I don't know why but I suddenly started to laugh. I sat on the cold ice laughing at myself until Alex reached me.

"You okay?" He asked but chuckling softly.

"Yeah I'm good." I giggled out. Alex extended a hand out for me and I grabbed it pulling myself up. He must not have saw me picking myself up because he pulled me up and I ended up smashed against his chest. Since he had done this before he positioned perfectly where we would fall. I grinned up at him in thanks. I didn't notice neither did he someone with a camera snapping pictures away at us from afar.

I spent the next hour or so getting better and soon I was skating pretty fast and even learned to do a small spin. I had only fallen 3 times and I was proud of myself. Alex clearly had experience but he skated along side me telling me ways to put my feet and to hold out my arms for more balance. The sun had set a long time ago and the moon appeared low in the sky. The lights that surround the rink were on and made the ice look like it was sparkling. Something about it felt magical in a way.

I finally had to get off the ice when I noticed my fingers were turning blue and I couldn't feel my face. I skated to the entrance and onto the carpet where I almost fell. The carpet was a lot different standing on than the ice and it took me a minute to get adjusted. I wobbled over to the bench where out shoes were at and sat down. I didn't realize how jello-y my legs felt until I sat down. My legs felt stiff and I knew I would be really sore tomorrow.

After Alex and I got our skates off we walked hand and hand back to the booth to return our skates.

"Did you have fun?" He asked as we walked back to the front to get the car.

"I had a blast. Thank you so much."

"Good I'm glad you had fun. Now lets eat I'm starving." The moment I got in the car I put my hands in front of the vents that were blowing hot air. The car was starting to warm up when Alex peeled away from the curb and I felt my cold bones unthawing.

Alex took me to a cute little Italian place that had amazing food. We spent almost 2 hours there just talking and laughing with each other. Just being around Alex was comfortable, relaxing and great. The night had flown by and before I knew it was 10 o'clock at night and he was pulling up to my building. I met Alex around the car and he grabbed my hand. The walk up to my place he was silent and was rubbing his thumb across my knuckles making goosebumps appear up and down my arms. I came to a stop outside my door and faced him.

"I had a great night. Thank you for everything." I said sincerely up at him. Everything about this night was perfect.

"Your welcome. I had a great time as well. Your amazing Layla." I watched as he leaned his head down and my eyes closed on their own. His soft lips met mine and his hand reached up to cup my cheek. Our lips moved in sync and I could taste a little bit of wine from his lips. My knees weakened and my hands gripped his forearm holding me up. We finally parted catching our breath. He leaned his forehead against mine and I stared up into his green eyes.

"Have a goodnight. Don't dream to hard about me." He smiled at me. He peaked my lips one last time before pulling away. I watched as he walked away until I couldn't see him anymore. I opened my door and leaned against it once it was shut.

With shaky legs I walked to my room. Not feeling like taking a shower at the moment I changed into my pjs, washed my face, and sat on my bed. I sat there thinking about tonight and about our kiss. I reached up and felt my semi swollen lips, they didn't tingle the way it did when I kissed Ashton. Flopping down on my back on my bed I thought over everything. From Ashton to Alex, to how our both of our dates compared, than to my feelings about each person. I stared at the ceiling feeling a sudden calm feeling surround me. I had made my decision on who I wanted.

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Hi lovelies!! Yes I left it at a cliffhanger :p This chapter was pretty long if I say so myself, and it was fun to write. I only wish I had a boyfriend to take me ice skating *pouts* Anyways I hope you guys liked it!!

Who's she going to pick? Ashton or Alex???

If you guys didn't get my little notice early I'll say it here. I am going to be taking a small break from uploading to re-edit chapters 1-4. They are absolutely terrible! I hate how they turned out and my writing has gotten a lot better since I first started so I thought I will go back and rewrite them to make them fit more with the story. This story has totally changed than what I first intended it to be so the beginning chapters don't make sense. So for the next week or so I won't be uploading, I am super sorry but it shouldn't take me long to rewrite. For those that have already read them I will let you know when I am finish and you guys can go back and read them again. :)

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