Girl I Know

Chapter 34
(Mercury PoV)

I basically skipped back to the bus. I was so ecstatic to know that Candy would finally be gone.

“Guys! Can you smell the roses outside? Isn’t today such a beautiful day?!” I exaggerated as I danced around. The guys looked at me with knowing glances. Candy just glared at me with a smug expression tugging at her lips. I didn’t care why the hell she felt so self satisfied…her ass was grass.

“Who is driving? In fact can I drive our asses there?!” I asked rather excitedly. Val was cracking up but miserably trying to hide it.

“M stop it, I’m driving. Go calm down somewhere.” Matt chuckled but I shook my head in protest.

“No I will not calm down! I’ve been waiting for this forever! I’m sick of sharing rooms with the bitch, I’m sick of hearing her squeaky moans, and I’m sick of her face in general. So this is like Christmas fucking morning to me, alright? Don’t make me threaten what you cherish most.” I said exaggeratedly, and pointing at him. He raised his eyebrows as if I challenged him.

“And what is it that I cherish most?”

“Your nipples.” I replied and he burst into laughter all the while covering them. We got onto the bus and put our shit down. Matt still hasn’t replied to me, I was serious. I don’t think they understand that when I say these things, I will do it.

“Okay M just don’t pinch me, that hurts. And I can’t do it to you cause that would be like incest to me.” He said and I laughed.

“Then I just have all of the permission I need then.”

“No you don’t…” He warned seeing the devilish smirk on my face. Oh yes.

“Yes I do Matty come here, let me hug you.” I said walking towards him with my arms wide open. He backed away slowly…he didn’t know that I was just going to pounce him for it… I was moving ever so slowly.

“You don’t mind right Val?” I asked laughing and she kept snickering to herself. Some help she was. I jumped at him and he let out a high pitched girly scream. That in itself distracted me so much that I collapsed in laughter in front of him. Tears were coming from my eyes as we all laughed our asses off at Matt’s scream.

“So much for the mighty M.Shadows.” I snickered and he helped me up regardless.

“See just for that I won’t pinch you.”

“I don’t see the problem, just do it back.” Brian said and I glared at him.

“He will not, and you don’t talk fatass.” I said and he smirked.

“Is this a challenge?”

“Brian I know you won’t.”

“Not in public.” He said and my jaw dropped as laughter slowly escaped. Zacky had the funniest look on his face. His eyebrows were raised and his eyes were fixed on Brian. His face was the epitome of ‘oh no you didn’t.’

“Now you have to deal with an angry Zacky.” I snickered and he hit his chest as a challenge to my brother. The bus engine started up, and Matt pulled out of the driveway of our hotel and to the nearest airport. I decided to be nice to Candy since these were her last few moments.

“Is that a challenge?” Zacky asked raising his eyebrows.

“You need to calm your testosterone levels down.” I said laughing and they rolled their eyes. Zacky stood up to Brian, oh jeez.

“Nope we’re gonna handle this like men.” Brian said and they each had smirks on their faces.

“So whip it out.” Zacky said crossing his arms over his chest. Literally everyone minus Candy burst out laughing. Brian couldn’t keep a straight face, while Zacky kept his composure even I knew he wanted to laugh. My face turned pink and I held my sides.
“You two will keep it in the pants!” Val yelled pointing at them with tears coming from the sides of her eyes. Zacky walked up to Brian and offered his hand.

“Sorry Gates, I just can’t contain myself when I’m around you.” He said with a shit eating smirk.

“It’s alright Vengeance, baby we can just wait until they leave.” He said winking at my brother who just fell into intense laughter. I knew he couldn’t keep the serious act up.

“Bri you are just too good at that. Is there something you aren’t telling us?” Matt chuckled and Brian grinned wolfishly at him.

“Brian calm down honey. I know how Matty just gets you all riled up, but you need to keep it in the pants.” I giggled and he gave me a look before he all but pounced on me. I kept hitting and smacking him away for him to get his fat ass off me. Honestly, Brian was not a light creature. I could see a fire burning in Candy’s eyes as she kept texting on her phone, her acrylic nails tapping on the keys.

“Syn get off me!” I laughed and he squirmed as he tried getting comfortable in my lap but I wouldn’t let him. He finally won and rested in my arms like a baby, yet he was smiling like an idiot.

“Are you guys okay?” Jimmy asked us looking at us with half suspicion, and half of a knowing glance.

“Yeah we’re fine. Brian and I got over what we were fighting about and we are best friends again.” I replied playing with his long hair. It was curly and soft and layered a bit, but it was always like that

“Hey Zacky, why don’t you grow your hair out too?” I said aloud and he sighed.

“What’s with you and my hair?! I swear it’s like you’re in love with me or something!” He said mockingly and I rolled my eyes.

“First off you fag, don’t quote mean girls. Second it would look so adorable, and someone’s got to make sure your ugliness doesn’t show.” I snickered and he flipped me off. Matt snorted but then tried to cover it up. Poor thing didn’t understand the meaning of inconspicuous.

“Please ZJ, you aren’t ugly but just dye it back to black when it starts to grow again. And don’t cut it! Cause if you cut your hair, I cut you.” I threatened.

“I really need to learn how to say no.” He laughed and I clapped and laughed.

“You're like my Barbie!” I said and he gave me a deadpanned look.

“You mean Ken right?” Matt said and I glared at him.

“No. I said Barbie bitch.” I said with an attitude and he made a face that said, ‘oh excuse me.’

“Just kidding Matt I love you.” I said smiling back.

“You’re feeling a bit loving today. Can I get some lovin?” Johnny said and I giggled.

“C’mere JC.” I said holding my arms out over Brian who was still perched on my lap. Johnny gave me a hug and I giggled loudly and kissed his cheek.

“M you are so evil you know that?” He laughed and I made a questioning face.

“You’re only happy cause she’s leaving.”

“Oh Johnny. I’m genuinely happy inside. This is just pure coincidence…and luck on my part.” I winked and he shook his head. He already knew me; he already knew full well that her absence brought me joy. Although I will miss shutting her down all the time.

There was nothing much to be said on the way to the airport. Everyone was just doing their own thing. We were almost there anyways. Brian was now resting his head and shoulders on my lap while I absentmindedly played around with his hair. I couldn’t help but get myself lost in thought. Now that candy was leaving, could everything else be okay? I mean I knew things could never really be the same before all of this, but could things possibly get better? I mean I’m touring the country and part of Europe with my family and the love of my life. Things should be so fucking interesting right now.

Could it be that I’ll still have to hide my relationship from my brother? I looked down at Brian’s face, he had a regular expression and his eyes were wandering around the bus. Though the door, you could see Val curled up next to Matt as he drove, Johnny was in the back taking a nap, Candy was sitting on the couch texting with a smug grin…bitch. Jimmy was on the phone with Leana, and Zacky was watching TV in the living room area of the bus.

His curious brown eyes looked up and found mine. They filled with warmth and a smile broke out on his face, and I returned one. I loved this man so much, and I was happy that we at least had another shot with each other; I hope I don’t shoot this one to hell too.

“Brian are you happy she’s leaving?” I asked him quietly and he sighed rolling his eyes.

“Actually yes in a way. I’m going to miss getting sex anytime I want it though, you always make me work for it-" He started off but I smacked him and he smirked.

“What we’ve done it four times? Come on son-" He started again and I laughed and pinched him hard this time.

“But I can do without her. And I’ll miss you going off on her all the time. You say the most hilarious things whenever you’re pissed off, and you look hot while you do it too.” He said and I rolled my eyes. He just started laughing and I could feel his body shake. His toned sexy body…

Snap out of it M!

I blinked a few times before I looked down at him again.

“I’m glad I entertain you.” I laughed and he shrugged.

“It's one of the reasons why I love you so much.” He said quietly and my heart melted. I got those pterodactyls in my stomach again.

“I love you too Brian. You’re just so adorable.” I cooed and I watched his eyes lighten, and a soft look appeared on his face.

“I wish I could just kiss you right now, your lips just look so tempting.” I said and he smirked like hell before he raised his eyebrows and puckered his lips, making kisses at me and I put my hand on his mouth. I felt his tongue swipe across my palm and I pulled away.

“Gross!” I said wiping his saliva on his cheek.

“And I want to kiss you too, but we don’t bunk together anymore. We could have done it there, along with many other procreational-ahem! Recreational activities.” He said pouting cutely at the end. A sly grin slid onto my face.

“We will definitely be changing those sleeping arrangements in the very near future. I hated waking up on the couch and not being next to you, then remembering why I wasn’t because that skank was in my spot.” I pouted and he gave me a stern look.

“Be nice.”

“You know I play naughty.” I replied and he started laughing hard. The second I felt the bus slow down, my heartbeat accelerated.

“Brian get off I think we’re here!” I said and he slowly got up. Matt parked the bus at the drop off area and we all exited the bus to see her out. Syn helped her with her bag as we unloaded it. There was only a medium sized suitcase and her handbag. Once we had every remnant of her off of the bus, I could tell this was an awkward moment cause nobody knew what to do.

Then Val, America’s best friend went up to her and was like.

“Well it was interesting having you on tour with us Candy. I hope everything goes well.” She said with a half smile before she hugged her and went back to Matt’s side. Everyone else mumbled a goodbye, and Brian gave her a hug. She just gave a meek half smile to everyone before she started to walk up inside. I decided it was way too quiet for my tastes, so I added some noise. I cupped my hands around my mouth and yelled.

“BYE BITCH!” Matt elbowed me and I glared at him for a second.

“Why are ya’ll so quiet?” I asked and the shrugged.

“Awkward moment I guess.” Jimmy replied punching in the code and going back on the bus. It was nice seeing her leave. It was like all of my obstacles and frustrations on tour just left the building. I hope the airport staff gets a kick out of her orange hair.

(Candy PoV)

“BYE BITCH!” I heard that loud mouthed skank yell, and It fueled my anger. They were jut flirting their fucking asses off in front of me without even giving a damn. Brian is way too infatuated to realize how much of a slut she really is. And she just threw herself on him, and ruined our relationship. I know Brian’s probably too shy to tell me, but we were in love. Until she just demanded all attention her way.

I walked into the airport and stood near the payphones. This is where he said he would meet me. I looked around for him; there weren’t many people so it wouldn’t be completely impossible. Besides he’s pretty hard to miss. He sent me a text on the bus, so he should already be here by now…

I finally spotted his crazy black hair and I smirked. His back was turned to me, but I could recognize him clearly. I picked up my bag and scurried over. I’m sure he heard my shoes clicking and he turned around greeting me with a gorgeous smile. He wrapped his arms around me and pecked my lips, then looked me over. He was surely no Brian, but he was so damn sexy.

“Hey beautiful.” He said and I kept grinning at him.

“Hey Ronnie.”

“They boys don’t know about this right?” He made sure and I nodded positively.

“Nope, they didn’t suspect a thing.” He smirked dangerously, but the look only turned me on.

“You ready to get this started?” He asks, offering to link arms with me. I accepted the offer and linked my arm through his, and he grabbed my bag and we made our way back out of the airport. He was parked by the curb in a rental car, and the Avenged bus was long gone. I heard the trunk slam after he threw my bag in. He opened the car door for me and I smiled at him as I got in. If Avenged Sevenfold thought they’ve seen the last of me they were dead wrong.

Ronnie gunned the engine and we burned rubber out of the airport.

Mercury Bitch Baker better watch her fucking back…because I am not finished with her.

(Mercury PoV)

We were about halfway there to Calgary. The airport was actually on the way so we didn’t even lose any time. I was going to go take a shower, and I put my hair up in a ponytail and such. I took off my t shirt, revealing my black wife beater under it and I pulled off my jeans revealing my matching boy shorts.

I went to take off my necklace but my worst fear was confirmed. I touched my neck carefully but It was bare. I checked down my shirt and everything…it was gone. Oh no no no… I shot out of the bathroom and searched around the bus.

“Woo take it off!” Val yelled and I groaned in frustration. I didn’t mean to be so edgy towards her but I was so agitated. I dug through my suitcase but to no avail. My necklace was missing, the necklace that Brian had given to me for my ninth birthday. I screamed in frustration. Val and Jimmy came over with concerned looks.

“What is it starshine? What’s wrong?” Jimmy asked.

“Guys my necklace is gone! It’s not here!” I said near panicking now. His eyes saddened and he pulled me into a hug. Val joined in too before they let go.

“Was it the necklace Bri gave you?” She asked. My heart pained me to think about the fact that it wasn’t even in my line of sight.

“Y-yes.” I sniffed .

“Did you ask the guys where it was?” Jimmy questioned and I new idea of hope spread through me. Maybe they’ve seen it, but they know how much it means to me.

“If they saw it, they’d give it back; they know that it’s my favorite necklace. But ill still ask Brian for it, we were in the same hotel.” I concluded, going to find Brian.

“You might want to put on some pants before Zacky gives the rapist speech again.” Val snorted.

“Now’s not the time for pants!” I yelled behind me and I heard jimmy’s giggles along with.

“That’s my girl.”

I found Brian next to Johnny and Zacky on the couch. Brian looked up at me and his eyes nearly bugged out of his head. Zacky didn’t look too pissed; he was probably questioning the whereabouts of my pants.

“Where the hell are your pants?” He asked, see I told you.

“On your bedroom floor, but seriously Brian have you seen my necklace anywhere?” I said in no mood for anything else but to get that necklace back. Zacky made a face and Brian tried to remember. I could tell he was distracted by my half nakedness.

“No, I only remember seeing it at the hotel. Maybe you left t there.” He said looking at me with a careful expression, like he was expecting me to lash out.

“But that’s impossible; I had it dangling out of my purse on the table. I wouldn’t have missed it unless someone moved-” I said cutting myself off. The only person besides Brian and I in there was Candy. Rage burned inside of me and I wanted to wrap my hands around her neck…that bitch stole my fucking necklace. I whirled around and pointed my finger at Brian.

“Your stupid ex-skank took my necklace! She’s the only one who could have possibly done it unless there was a fucking ghost in that room! I’m going to go with the first one!” I yelled. She’s fucking done it now, I have half the mind t make Matt turn this bus around and kick her ass off of that damn plane. I was pissed .

Nevertheless, tears prickled at my eyes at the loss. I remember the day I even got the necklace too...

(Mercury Baker, 9 Years Old.)

Today was my ninth birthday, and I was so excited because Mommy and Daddy were throwing a party! My brother Zacky would be there, and so would his friends and their parents. I loved Zacky’s friends; they were all so nice to me. Especially Brian, he was my favorite. I wanna be just like him when I grow up; I always get butterflies in my tummy when I see him. Jimmy was just so funny and crazy, so I would be so happy to see him as well.

“Mercury, come and try this on.” Mommy said holding up a pretty pink and white dress. My nose wrinkled as I made a face at it.

“It looks like a princess dress.” I commented and she kept holding it up and smiling.

“Exactly Curie, it’s gorgeous.”

“But Mommy I don’t want to be a princess. I want to be a rock star.” I said and she started laughing. She finally put it down and searched through my closet for something else to wear. I did want to be a rock star when I grew up. I would be just like Zacky and his friends, and I would learn to play the guitar. They already taught me some things, and I like watching their band practice.

“I swear you and Zacky are too alike.” She said coming out of the closet with clothes in her hands. She had a nice pair of black skinny jeans that Zacky begged her to buy me, a silver sparkly belt, and a green shirt from Aeropostale. I decided that was better than the princess dress.

“Can I have my green shoes; do you know where they are?” I asked her and she went back into the closet and brought them out. I slipped on socks and then tied up the Converses.

“You really need to stop leaving your shoes all over the place. This is the last time ill bring them back here for you.” She scolded and I sighed and nodded.

“Come, I’ll straighten your hair,” My hair was surprisingly long and jet black. It went down past the halfway point on my back.

“Can I wear makeup too?” I asked and she laughed.

“What are you crazy? You got to wait till you’re at least a teenager.” She said and I whined.

“But Zacky wears it!” I pleaded and she started laughing.

“Your brother is sixteen, he’s already a teenager. And I told Zacky that eyeliner makes him look so ridiculous, but I guess that’s the look now.” She went on while she passed the hot irons through my hair. I wanted to look really good for Brian, so I had my mom help me. But she doesn’t know that…

She finally finished without burning me this time…thank god. I rushed out of the bathroom and I went downstairs. I saw the backyard was set up with balloons and a table. Our pool was ready to swim in and there was something being covered on the table, but I could tell it was huge. I hoped it was cake.

There was chips and soda outside, but the bag was in the kitchen so I went for it. I got a handful of Doritos and started eating them.

“Who told you to steal those chips?” I heard a voice yell and I jumped. I turned around to see Jimmy standing there and my eyes lit up. He had crazy blonde hair and glasses, and he wore a Pantera shirt with basketball shorts. He was super tall, way taller than my short self.
“Jimmy!” I yelled running towards him. I jumped into his arms and he picked me up.

“Hey how are you kiddo? Happy Birthday!” He said holding me up.

“I’m so excited! I’m nine today!” I replied and he laughed before he put me down. I saw Zacky walk into the house with his friends Matt, Johnny and Brian. My stomach started feeling all tingly when I saw him. He had black hair under a beanie and a little bit of fuzz under his chin.

“Hey it’s our little munchkin!” Matt said and I giggled running over to him, my hair flying wildly behind me.

“Hi Matty!” I cheered as he hugged me. Matt was like super strong. He had a ton of muscles and he got a tattoo on his arm.

“Happy Birthday!” He said after he let go and I grinned.

“It’s your birthday?” Zacky asked pretending to forget. I know he didn’t cause he said he was going to get me a present for my birthday.

“You know it’s my birthday! Stop kidding!” I said and he smiled and went to hug me, but I ran away.

“Aw come here M.” He laughed but I kept moving away.

“You’re such a cocksucker Z; she doesn’t want to hug you. She obviously wants me.” Brian said laughing and I grinned and went over to him. He picked me up and set me on his hip “Happy Birthday baby girl.” He said and I wrapped my arms around his neck before I let go. He smelled good, like soap or something, Probably cologne.

“Wait what’s a cock and why do you suck it Zacky?” I asked my brother looking confused. The look on his face was priceless. He looked like he just heard the funniest thing in his life and he was laughing so hard he turned pink. Everyone else was laughing just as hard.

“No I’m serious? What is it? Are you good at it?” I asked him and they kept laughing. I had no idea what was going on. Brian set me down since he was laughing too hard.

“Don’t worry; your brother is very good at what he does. And we’ll tell you what it means when you’re older.” Johnny said smiling at me.

“Weird but okay. Hey Johnny!” I said hugging him as well.

“Are your parents going to come too?” I asked them and they seemed to think about it.

“Yeah our parents should be here soon. We just came from Chain Reaction though.” Matt said going into the kitchen. My mom came just down the stairs as Matt disappeared around the corner.

“Hey boys.” She said smiling warmly.

“Hi Mom!” They all responded. They were here so much they were basically family.

“Who did you see there?” I asked Zacky as he took my hand and walked with me into the kitchen.

“We saw our friends from Eighteen Visions, they were really good.”

“Did you see Jamie?” I asked and he laughed.

“James you mean. Yes he’s the singer remember.” Oh yeah, I always got those names confused for some reason.

“I like Jamie, his hair is pink.” I said calling him Jamie anyway. It could be his new nickname.

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Soon there was music playing the backyard and everyone was back there. My cousins that stopped by were even in the pool. The Haners', the Sanders’, The Sewards, and the Sullivans were also in the backyard along with my family. It was a really fun party.

“Hey M you wanna go in the pool?” Johnny called and I shook my head.

“I don’t even have my bathing suit on!” I yelled and he shrugged.

“Go short shit!” Brian yelled before Johnny started running towards the pool. He jumped and did an awesome cannonball into the pool, fully clothed and all.

“Johnny your clothes are all wet!” I yelled and he laughed.

“That’s the point kid!” Next I saw Zacky, Matt, Brian, and Jimmy running for the pool. They all dove in, sending water splashing everywhere.

“You guys are all crazy!”

“Oh come on M, Mom’s inside you won’t get in trouble!” Zacky yelled and I looked to the sliding doors.

“But my hair will get wet!” I complained.

“Forget your hair! Come have fun!” Jimmy called out and I shrugged. I kicked off my shoes and socks. They all cheered me on as I ran for it. I jumped and waited to be engulfed by the water. I went under before I swam to the surface. I gave Johnny and Matt high fives.

“Now what?!” I asked.

“Now…we wait…” Zacky said getting below the water so only his eyes were above surface. Matt dunked him before he swam away laughing.

“Oh you’re going to get it!” Zacky yelled going after him. The screen doors opened and my mom came out.

“Mercury Sylver Baker! What are you doing in the pool; I just straightened your hair! And why are you all clothed?!” She yelled and I glared at Zacky who grinned sheepishly.

“Mommy Zacky and his friends made me!” I yelled and she sighed before she looked at Papa Gates and everyone started laughing.

“Okay you freaks, it’s time to blow out the candles.” She said giving up and giving into the laughing. We exited the water sopping wet and dripping everywhere. Jimmy shook his hair out like a dog and it ended up spiking everywhere.

“That’s how I do.” He said squeezing out his shirt. Everyone crowded around the big birthday cake on the table that had nine candles.

“One, two, three! Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday dear Mercury! Happy Birthday to you!” Everyone sang and I smiled, watching the fire on the candle wicks flicker.

“Make a wish.” Zacky said slinging his arm over my shoulder.

I’m going to marry Brian Haner Jr someday

I blew out the candles and everyone cheered and clapped. Since we were already wet, we hugged each other without a problem.

“Happy birthday baby girl!” Zacky said crushing me in a very loving hug. Soon Jimmy joined and it all went downhill. Everyone joined in and I was stuck in the middle.

“Hey! I’m still small, I need air!” I said and they all let go. Mommy brought out a bunch of wrapped boxes with my name on it. One was even really big. I opened the ones from family and the other friends first before I opened the ones from the guys. So far I got a bunch of clothes, twenty bucks, and a pair of shoes.

“Okay this one’s from me Kiddo!” Jimmy said handing me a poorly wrapped gift.

“Sorry I can’t wrap gifts for anything.” He laughed and I did too as I tore it open.. Under it was the box for a Nerf Long shot Recon. Holy crap!

“Oh my gosh! This is awesome Jimmy thanks!” I looked over the box at all of the parts and the suction darts that came with it.

“Jimmy why on earth would you get her a shotgun?” Suzy asked laughing pretty hard.

“It's not just any shot gun, it’s a nerf gun! And now we’re going to have cool nerf battles together, right?” He asked and I nodded furiously.

“Okay this one’s from Zacky.” Mom said bringing over the biggest box. Wow, I thought Zacky would cheap out on me, way to go big brother! I opened it and there was a black acoustic guitar. My eyes bugged out of my head as I looked at it. It was an actual guitar!

“Awesome! Zacky you’re the best!” I yelled hugging him, and he hugged back.

“No problem kid, now I can teach you how to play like me and Brian.”

“I’m obviously the better one.” Brian added his two cents in and Zacky elbowed him. We moved onto the next gift while the two bickered and smacked each other.

“Boys…” My dad laughed and they stopped, but they snuck glares at each other. They might as well be my age.

“I didn’t know exactly which one to get, so I hope you like all of them.” Matt said handing me a rectangular shaped box. I opened the wrapping and opened the box. There were shirts inside. I held them up and there was a Metallica shirt, a Guns N’ Roses shirt, and a custom made shirt with their bands name in big letters and red splattered all over.

“Matt these are great! Is this the first official band gear?” I asked and he nodded.

“This is so awesome Matty thank you!” I said hugging him.

“No problem M.” He replied.

“Step aside for the awesome gift giver.” Johnny said handing me a box that was pretty big. I happily ripped off the wrapping and my mouth dropped.

“You got me a freaking scooter JC?” I yelled laughing and he started laughing too.

“Watch your mouth Mercury.” My mom gently scolded.

“Zacky taught me!” I replied instantly. It was like a reflex, just blame Zacky.

“Zachary James Baker!” She said sternly and I giggled to myself.

“You are so evil.” Matt said and I shrugged. I turned back to Johnny and hugged him tight.

“This is an awesome gift, thanks so much!” I said and he shook his head, saying no problem. Last was Brian to give me his gift. I couldn’t wait to see what he got me, knowing him it would be something I love.

“Well I didn’t really know what to get, since Jimmy stole my idea.” He said laughing at first but then he continued.

“So I got you this, I hope you like it. Suzy said It was okay.” He said and he handed me a box that fit in my palm. I opened it and inside of the fluffy material was a necklace on a chain. It was on a silver chain, and there was an ‘M’ in rhinestones and sparklies. Behind it was a circle with M engraved on it in script. I gently touched it and turned it around. Behind the silver circle it said, “To Babygirl love Brian.” The butterflies started flying around in my stomach, I loved this.

“This is so pretty!” Was the first thing that finally came out of my mouth. Brian sighed in relief.

“I’m glad you like it, it’s a gift from me and the parents. I just took the credit.” He said laughing and I giggled and hugged him tightly. I wanted to put it on, so I was fiddling with the clasp.

“You want to put it on?” He asked and I nodded. He came over and knelt down to help me. I moved my hair and he put it on me. I looked down to see it resting against my chest. I loved his gift, and I promised I’d always take care of it.

“I think this is the best birthday ever!” I said and everyone laughed. I had a ton of gifts and there was still a cake for me to cut, I couldn’t have been happier!

“GIMME THE CAKE SON!” Jimmy yelled like a gangster from the back as he already had his plate in his hands. He never misses a beat.

I felt Brian’s arms wrap around me.

“its okay sweetie…It’s just a necklace.” He reassured over and over again. I just kept crying. That thing really meant a lot to me.

“But you gave it to me…” I mumbled almost inaudibly. But he heard me.

“I’ll get you another one…just stop crying M…” He said and I flinched.

“You can’t replace it! It’s had meaning since I was nine! But thank you anyways…” I sniffled letting go of him.

“Baby girl if it makes you feel any better… I thought she was a skank too.” Zacky added and I cracked a grin. I hugged him tightly as well. He always had a way with words.

“If I ever see her again, I will not hesitate to kill her.” I vowed as I twitched with anger that began flaring in me. I couldn’t believe that she would go that low to steal someone’s necklace. What significance did it have to her? Nobody called her ‘baby girl’ and Brian sure as hell didn’t love her…

“Why don’t you go take a nap and cool off M?” Jimmy suggested. I decided that a nap would be amazing right now, but not in these clothes. I walked up to Matt and smirked. I punched him in the stomach just enough to distract him, and then manhandled his shirt off of him. I turned to walk away and I threw off my own shirt, left it on the floor, and then put on Matt’s.

“Thank you!” I called behind me.

“And Matt could I borrow your shirt never crossed your mind?!!” He yelled laughing and I laughed loudly.

“I love you!” I said crawling into Brian’s bunk. The look on Matt’s face was just too funny.

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I woke up to Brian climbing into his bunk with me, smelling like he had just freshly showered.

“Where have you been? How long was I sleeping? Why do you smell so good?” I asked a barrage of questions at him.

“Slow down there. It’s past midnight, and you fell asleep at six. I just took a shower because I came from the stage. We had a show tonight, you missed a great set but we couldn’t wake you, you needed sleep.” He said. Damn I really was tired. I definitely owed Jimmy one. Once he lay down shirtless and closed the curtain, I climbed over him and pressed a passion filled kiss to his soft lips. I straddled him and his hands flew to my hips, grinding me into him. I put my hands on his face and snaked my tongue past his lips. Our tongues tangled together for what seemed like forever, and pulses of electricity shot through my body with our every contact.

I broke the kiss and rolled off of him, cuddling into his side.

“It’s safe to say that I really missed you.” I said and he smiled.

“See I knew we would kiss later.” He smirked and I smacked him. He moaned loudly as if he wanted Zacky to hear and kill us!

“Shh! What the hell are you doing?!” I hissed and he put his finger to his lips.

“Play along.” He mumbled. I sat up in the bunk and crossed my legs smiling evilly. He moved the curtains with his hand and he had a huge mischievous grin on his face the whole time.

“Ohh…Brian…” I moaned almost realistically, there was a subtle hint of laughter. I clamped my hand over my mouth. Brian started breathing heavily and I panted and moaned loudly.

“Fuck baby right there!” I moaned again, trying so hard to hold back laughter. We heard the bus get quiet as we knew we had their attention.

“Zacky’s going to kick your asses.” Jimmy said from above us but we snickered and kept going. We heard footsteps approaching slowly.

“Shh babe we gotta be quiet….god you’re fucking tight…” Brian moaned and the curtains ripped open. At that I couldn’t take it anymore. I burst into hyena laughter with Brian right there.

“What the fuck?!” Zacky fumed,

“That’s not fucking funny Gates!” He yelled and Brian kept laughing.

“Dude! Dude sorry…but it was just so funny!” He cracked up and I had tears running down my face.

“Ugh! I don’t want to hear that shit again! And don’t fucking touch my sister!” Zacky yelled defensively.

“Dude chill out. You know I wouldn’t do that, she’s like a sister to me too you know. We were just playing.” He said becoming a little more serious, but I was still laughing.

“And you Mercury Baker, I should beat you back into your childhood!” Zacky pointed at me, and my laughter turned to silent gasps and I couldn’t breathe.

“Breathe M!”Brian laughed and loud laughter escaped me.

“I’m….I’m sorry Zacky! You know how I like messing with you!” I said and he rolled his eyes and ran his hand over his face.

“Just don’t do that again…Jesus Christ that was disturbing…” He muttered before he walked over to his bunk. I lay back down next to Brian; we actually tried to get back to sleep.

“I SMELL INCEST!” Jimmy yelled from above us, and we heard Matt and Johnny snickering.

“Shut up Rev!” Zacky yelled back. Too bad Jimmy was right, in the most joking way possible.