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Chapter 13- Part 2


Hey everyone! For all of you craving a dose of Amy, here I am, back with a lot of the adorable clumsiness of Amy!

As you guys know, this is part 2 of Jack and Natty's date, so without much rambling, I'll let you guys read peacefully!

Hope you like it! :D

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CHAPTER 13- PART 2

What now?

Does she think that we like each other? Oh my! Did she think it was 'our date?'

I mentally face-palm myself, as I see the result of a very exciting date unfold in front of me.

What did ya say Nat?

I press send, wanting to make sure I read it right! I nervously shift in bed, cross my legs and bite my lip in the anxiety. As I await her text, my phones buzzes, startling me.

Amy, we gotta talk! Can we meet up tomorrow?

Jack.

Oh boy! This is getting weird! Should I talk to Jack about all this, before misunderstandings crush his heart? What if Nat has feelings for Jack but is backing off for my sake?

As I stare into space, the phone falling off my hand, I realize that over-thinking isn't of any help. I've many issues and have to deal with them one at a time! The meeting with Jack is tomorrow, which gives me plenty of time to imagine stuff and freak out. For now, I have to focus on Nat. A new text.

Yeah Amy. You are really lucky... You both are amazing together. I was actually hesitant being the third wheel but it was totally fun. Thanks Ams.

Sweet Lord, help me! This girl really thinks she was third-wheeling on her own date? I've got to clear the air and she may freak out, but I have no choice. I can't let something this beautiful slip away due to some misunderstanding. They'll make a great couple and that very thought, brings along a new zeal into fixing this.

With the new found resolve, I start typing.

Natty, I'm sorry. There's been a misunderstanding here. The date was not about me. It was about you, you and Jack! He likes you and I secretly set up today's date, which I'm sorry for btw, so that you can see this side of his and he can ask you out finally.

I have no feelings for Jack and neither does he. He likes ya and his adorable nervousness around you was proof enough. Just give it a thought or two Nat.

Love you!

Send.

With twitching fingers, I hit the button and relax into my bed. Multiple thoughts flood my head, zapping past my inner vision faster than I can comprehend. The fuzzy feeling in me, multiplies as I wait for a response from Natty.

As I wait, I realise that the guilt trapped deep within me is the reason for my undue involvement in their cause. Somewhere, I feel responsible for snapping Jack's happy bubble with Miranda- the lying filth. Deep down I'm glad it turned out this way, for he definitely deserves better than her!

Why can't things just stay the same? Won't life be much better if it did? A happy relationship, the sparks, the love... No breakups, no heartbreaks, no emotional turmoil and no days of no-showering and sulking in bed!

But on further thought I realize why  no change is far worse. We as humans have a very fancy mind, fickle in its very essence, jumping around from branch to branch like an untamed monkey. Monotonous has become a word of dread, we always seek excitement, we crave changes more than the air we breathe.

I snap back to reality as I hear the buzzing of my phone. Natty's name flashes on and off the screen, rapidly increasing my heart-rate for some unknown reason. With shaky hands, I pick up the call.

Hey Nat? I huskily drawl out and the  tension doubles, when the other end of the line remains silent.

Natt?

Natty?

Amy, I don't. With that she goes silent yet again.

You don't? Don't what Natty? My nervousness accelerates with each passing second of silence.

Amy, you gotta hear me out. I'm honestly shocked to hear about Jack! I always thought you two had it for each other and was really happy for you. But now, this makes things harder, for me. I don't feel that way of Jack! I agree that he's an amazing guy, adorable boy friend material but... He's not the guy for me. I'm so sorry Amy but I have to say this before I lead Jack on further and hurt him. She concludes in a huff and a small sigh.

I'd been listening to her with bated breathe and cannot deny the fact, that I am disappointed hearing what I did. This puts me in a messier spot and unknowingly, hurting Jack yet again.
I showed him rays of hope in a dark tunnel only to shun it, leaving him on the darker side, all alone. Damn it, why do everything I do end up worsening it for the people I care?

Amy? Are you still there? Hello... The voice on the phone startles me back to the present.

Ahh yeah Nat. I don't know what to say Nat, but I'm glad you didn't lie about it. That would be worse. I'm worried for Jack... I trail off, wondering if I should tell her about Miranda and Jack and his heartbreak. Miranda... Nathan... His touch, his words, his scent, his calming eyes, him kissing Miranda and our final meeting! The slap... These images that cloud my vision were arousing tears but I avert back to the call, as I left Natty hanging.

But it's okay. He'll get over it.

I feel terrible Amy! I don't think I can tell him. Can you please do it Amy? Please.

Err, okay Nat! You needn't worry. I'll take care of it. I gotta go now. Take care Nat! See yeah tomorrow! Love you! Bye!

Bye Amy! Good night! With that, she disconnects the call.

I fall back into my bed with a thud. My emotional turmoil aside, I am physically exhausted. The rides and the running have drained me out. All I want is to just shut my eyes and go off into slumber land.

So, I lazily drag myself into the bathroom, brush my teeth and finally hit the bed. I turn around and sleepily stare out the window as I switch off the bed lamp. My eyelashes quietly fall down as sleep slowly consumes me.

The rays streaming through the curtains hit my sleepy eyes, causing a mild blurry vision as I struggle to open them. I had a very disturbed sleep, erratic and short, filled with terrifying abstract thoughts.

I sigh as I pull off the blankets and shudder when my feet hit the cold floor. I observe myself in the mirror and I sure do justify a zombie apocalypse. I run a hand lazily through my hair, obscuring it from my face with a band. With tiny steps, I head into the bathroom and freshen up. Once done, I hurry downstairs to satiate my growling stomach.

"Morning mom! Where's dad?" I look around, my eyes wandering around for a glimpse of him.

"Morning sweetie! Dad's just gone to get some milk. Ready for breakfast?"

"Yeah mom! Can you please ask dad to drop me to the bus stop? I don't feel like walking down there." I voice out with a yawn.

My mom immediately looks up, eyes brimming with concern as she stalks forward and touches my forehead.

"You okay, hon? You don't look very fine."

"I'm okay mom, not very fine, but okay. Hurry up mom, I gotta get dressed." Silence reigns as I eat. After breakfast, I hurry upstairs to change into something presentable.

I stare at my reflection, satisfied with what looks back at me. My hair seems to be less frizzy and surprisingly nice and the tan looks fitting as well. My face is but a different story, it's paler than usual and I resemble the walking dead.

"Amyy! You ready? Hurry up!" I hear dad screeching from downstairs. I quickly throw some books into my bag, put on my jacket, grab my phone and scurry down the stairs, trying my best not to fall.

"Let's go dad!" I pull dad along, kissing mom goodbye.

Ten minutes into driving, we reach the bus stop. I hug dad, leaning into his warm embrace and relaxing, while time freezes. Then I let go and pull back, getting off the car. I turn around waving him goodbye and spot a bus coming to a stop. I pace into it and take a seat.

AFTER ALMOST AN HOUR

My eyes wander off as I step into the campus. The trees in the sidewalk, obscuring the sunlight give it a pretty cool and comfortable ambience through all seasons, barring winter when it gets quite chilly. The stone pathways and stone buildings give it a very antique yet charming outlook. Lost in the beauty of the campus, I walk on and on, not realising where I'm heading until...

"Ouch!" I feel something solid hit into my forehead, followed by a sting. I bring up my palm to the spot and freeze when I feel something liquidy. With shock stricken eyes, I stare at the blood stains on my hand. Looking up, I realise that I walked into a tree and the sharp edge of the branch cut through my skin.

While I rub on the wound, trying to ease the sting, my phone buzzes totally throwing me off. Looking into the screen, Jack's name flashes bright and I quickly pick it up.

Hey Jack! Morning! I utter in a low-pitched voice.

Amy! Morning! You free now? He nervously asks, putting me in panic mode.

Err sure, I just got to college. I'll be in the cafeteria in like ten. See yeah!

On disconnecting the call, I robotically drag my feet in the direction of the cafeteria, all the while rubbing on my forehead. I continue walking, mumbling to myself until I bang into something, yet again. But to my horror, I realise that it's not something but someone or a certain someone. No points for guessing...

Nathan!

My eyes widen as I stare into his blue eyes, with uneven breaths. I just stand staring, my legs failing to comply with my wish to walk away and my words deserting me. So he decides to break the silence.

"Are you okay? Did you get hurt? Oh my!" His eyes widen as he notices the blood-stained scar on my forehead but he does something totally unexpected. Plunging his hands forward, he touches my forehead before I can comprehend anything. His touch, damn they're soft and caring but it stings! Not the wound but his touch.

"Amy, what happened? How d-did this ha-happen?" He stutters out, voice laced with seemingly genuine concern.

"Get your hand off me! I'm perfectly fine!" I spit out, venom dripping in each syllable as though his touch taints me beyond repair. I'm losing my calm and it's taking everything in me, to not go after him. So I decide to do the next best thing, walk away. With one disgusted look at him, I trot away.

On walking to the cafeteria, I feel my eyes getting hot and heavy with tears. Though I walked away from Nathan, I know for a fact that my heart has not healed from the betrayal and I'm still not over my feelings for him. I wish it were easier to forget people who hurt you and move on in life. To truly say you've left it behind.

I wipe off my tears as I head into the cafeteria and spot Jack, who waves as he locks eyes with me. A smile graces his lips, but it did not reach his eyes and he did look sleepless. With a worried stance, I head in his direction and he hugs as he greets me. I pull back with a smile, anticipating the worst conversation that is to take place.

"Amy, you crying? What's wrong? Oh my! There's blood on your forehead! What did you do? How?" He angrily inquires, all the while examining the depth of the scar.

"It's nothing Jack. Just a rash, nothing to worry. I just walked into a tree." I sheepishly say and look at the ground. "And the tears are cause, I-I'm physically weak. I tear, tear up at the slightest pain."

He sighs and drags me to the counter. Putting his hand onto the table, beneath the counter, he pulls out a first-aid box. Holding my head, he pulls out some cotton and cleanses the scar while I shudder at the sting. Then he applies some sort of cream and wraps it up with a band-aid, giving me an angry look as I try to pull away.

"There you go! You sure are a clumsy girl, Amy!" He giggles sneakingly before putting it away.

"Amy, about yesterday, I d-don't know how to p-put it out to you." He starts  stuttering as he begins, while I look up into his eyes, not wanting to even have this conversation. I dreaded it ever since he texted me, well aware how it's gonna end.

"Jack, I've something to say before you go ahead."

"No Amy! Please, if you say something, I'll feel terribly guilty. Please hear me out." He requests with pleading eyes, which naturally freeze my words.

I hold up a half-hearted smile, nodding my head. As if on cue, he starts talking.

"Err, Natty is amazing! She is everything that I thought she'd be, in fact, even better. She's adorably sweet and the perfect girl for someone like me! I really, really like her." My heart falls the minute he says that. The moment of inevitable hurt is right in front of us.

I stare at him, with a concerned look not wanting to break the news to him knowing that he's soon gonna confess his love for her.

Okay, now will be a good time to talk! Do it, before he says he loves her!
My inner voice prompts, annoying me further.

Say something! Now, say! Say it!

Shut up! I yell at my own inner voice and engage in a debate with myself as Jack continues talking. But what I hear next, startles me.

"I like her, but I don't feel for her." He exhales loud, and stares guiltily at the floor. I stare with shocked, confused eyes not uttering a word. After a short pause, he continues talking.

"I'm really confused, just as you are! I just fail to realise why I don't feel that way of her. I mean, she's this perfect, amazing girl who is so full of love and warmth that can draw any guy to her with ease."

"Is it cause of Miranda?"

"I don't really know, if it's her or not. Maybe I'm over her, maybe not but I guess that has nothing to do with how I feel about Natty. I just can't seem to see her as someone more than a friend, a really good one at that." He slowly pauses for a while, staring off into space and begins again.

"You know, I always thought when two people who are perfect for each other, come together, things just fall into place and love blossoms. But now I realise that, that's not true. Sometimes, two people however perfect and amazing they are, don't necessarily fall in love and have a happy ending. Maybe it's not that easy." His eyes genuinely portray hurt, as I'm sure he's thinking of Miranda.

"I guess all I wanna do now, is stay single and be by myself for a while. I've got a lot at hand and I don't wanna indulge in any emotional investment, any time soon. But Amy, I really thank you for the date! It helped me discover myself better and also cleared my confusions about Natty! It was really fun and I'd love to hang-out with you guys again." He finishes with a geeky smile, one that can melt hearts. Not even a second later, it falters.

"Amy? What about Natty? Did you tell her about any of this yet? What does she feel?" He asks, worriedly as he starts sweating profusely. "I'd never want to hurt her, never!"

All that happened a few minutes ago, turns into a blurry mess in my head. I just sit, staring at Jack, or maybe through him at some blank space. Slowly, it sinks in.

My heart suddenly feels extremely light and a smile that shows in my eyes takes over my lips. All my problems and worries seem pointless and fades away with that one sentence of his. If neither of them love each other, then that means I got no problem. This whole thing's just a mess I created, thanks to my fantasies and impulsive nature.

Frankly, I'm a little dismayed it turned out this way as I really hoped to see them together but at least I'm glad nobody is gonna end up hurt. Maybe they are meant to be end up somewhere, with someone else and fate will play it's trick and cupid will strike when the time's right.

"Jack, you got nothing to worry, absolutely. Well... I haven't spoken to her about the date yet and now I guess there's no need. Things are gonna be just the same." I finish with a grin, one that brims from my heart.

"Glad that's sorted"

"I got one tiny problem though, which only you can sort." I pout as I look at his face.

"Err what? Amy, what's it?" He immediately turns cautious.

"My tummy is growling like a hungry tiger, can you please get me something to eat?" I ask with a cheeky grin, as I watch his expression change into a hilarious combination of fake anger and a suppressed giggle.

"Damn you, Amy! You scared me for a second there. Be right back."

As I watch him walk away, I feel much better than I did, when I walked into this place. I let out a sigh and relax my shoulders, as I look around at the happily chirping students, entering and leaving the place. In a short while, Jack returns with a plate full of yummy looking bagels, deliciously covered with sugar and poppy seeds.

"Awwhh thank you Jacky!" I coo out and dive right into the biggest bagel.

"This one's on me! Enjoy! I gotta get back to the counter. See ya later Ams!" I wave him off with a partial smile, busy stuffing myself with food.

Once done, I gather up my stuff and walk over to Jack.

"Jack, I'm leaving! I got tonnes to do and I gotta talk to Natty and homework and damn! Too much. I'll see ya for lunch! Take care." I hug him, ignoring all the stink-eyes I receive from the group of girls standing in front of the counter.

I shrug it off and walk to the door. I look back and as I'm about to leave, my eye catches something that fills me with regrets. The heat from that burns the hole in my heart, deeper than it already is.

Those blue eyes are boring into me, from a table afar, intense and communicating a million thoughts that evoke countless feelings his words can never create again.

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Hey everyone! This is the official ending of Jack and Natty's date and I'm sure it did not turn out what you expected of it. I apologize to all those who shipped them, well honestly I did too, but this is needed. Hope you still show them the same love!

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Until next time, keep smiling and through that, make someones day better!

Love youuu guys! ❤

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