Two Worlds Collide

Justin’s P.O.V

“Hi you’ve reached Jessica! Sorry I missed your call! Leave me a brief message and I’ll get back to you soon!”

“Jessica, it’s Justin. You know Justin Bieber. I haven’t spoken to you in almost a week. Is everything okay? I’m sorry about what happened that night. Call me soon okay, I miss you.” I stated as I ended the phone call.

I set my phone down on my dresser before I walked out of my room and down the hall towards the kitchen. I breathed in and smelled Italian spices meaning that mom was making her famous ravioli tonight. My stomach gave a little rumble as I entered the kitchen causing mom to turn around and softly laugh.

“someone’s hungry.” She smiled as she handed me a piece of garlic bread. I smiled a thanks to her before taking a bite. I sighed in content as I chewed the bread and tasted the butter and garlic.

I finished off the bread before grabbing another one, “Well when you have a lot on your mind, you sort of forget to eat.”

My mom put the utensil she was currently using to turn around and look at me with sadness in her eyes, “Justin, maybe kissing her was a bad idea. I know how much you get attached to girls but maybe you should let this one go and just be friends.”

I felt my heart break as she said that. Letting go of my feelings for Jessica was going to be difficult and I knew that but I just was not ready to give up yet. “I can’t” I whispered to my mom as I looked out the kitchen window.

I felt my mother put her hand on my shoulder and I turned and looked down at her. “I know how you feel. But this isn’t healthy Justin. You haven’t showered in almost a week and you have bags under your eyes. You need to get out and see your friends. Ryan and Chaze are worried about you.”

“I know. I just can’t seem to let her go.” I rubbed my face, “Gosh I feel like someone close to me died.”

She rubbed my back a few times before walking back over to the stove, “Go shower and dinner will be ready by the time your finished.” I nodded and walked up to her to give her a kiss on the cheek. I left the kitchen and sluggishly walking back towards my room to get a clean pair of underwear, sweat pants and a tank.

As I entered my room I tried to avoid looking over at my desk where I knew there were multiple pictures of Jessica and I. I bit my tongue as my eyes trailed over towards the desk and scanned every picture. I felt my heart break even more as I stared at the picture of her smiling into the camera as my arms were around her neck. I shook my head as I turned away and walked over towards my dresser. I picked up my phone and turned it on. When it came to life I saw that there were still no phone calls or text messages from Jessica.

“What are you doing to yourself Justin?” I asked myself as I set my phone back down and grabbed the clothing that I would need. I noticed how much myself has changed over the week and I knew my friends and family were worried about me and my health. But, I just couldn’t seem to overcome this depression that I was currently experiencing.

I climbed into the shower and stood under the burning hot water and let my mind race for the millionth time. I sluggishly washed my hair and body before I slowly climbed out of the shower and wrapped the towel around my lower self. I walked over towards the mirror and stared back at the person in the mirror.

“Who are you?” I asked the person in the mirror. I looked at the dark circles under my eyes, the acne that was slowly appearing on my forehead, and the frown that was on my lips. “I’ve got to let go of her!” I argued with myself as I clutched onto the sink, my knuckles turning white.

I slowly lifted my head up and glared, “I love her.” I shook my head, “I don’t love her.”

“No you don’t but you need to forget about what happened. We need the real Justin back.” I heard girl voice behind me.

I turned around and saw Selena standing there with her arms crossed and a sad expression on her face. “Justin, we want you back. We need the funny, sarcastic, energetic seventeen year old we all know and love.”

I sighed as I walked passed her and sat down on my bed, “I understand that but I can’t let her go. I love her to much and I feel like I need her in my life to survive.”

Selena came and sat down next to me on the bed and placed her hand on my thigh.
“Common we’re going out.” She said as she jumped up and walked into my closet throwing me dark wash jeans, a white tee-shirt, purple pull over, and my purple Nikes.
I opened my mouth to protest but she pushed me into the bathroom and closed the door behind me. I mumbled “bossy” as I let loose of the towel and grabbed my Ellen boxers and my pants. I didn’t bother putting a shirt on as I walked out into my room carrying the rest of my outfit.

“You forgot socks.” I stated as I grabbed a pair and sat on my bed. I put my socks and shoes on then walked over towards my dresser and sprayed some cologne on. As I was putting my shirt on I couldn’t help but notice Selena staring at me. I cocked my head to the side, “Are you enjoying the view?” I smirked when she snapped out of her daze and blushed.

“Shut up and just hurry up.” she mumbled while looking away.

I laughed softly as I pulled my shirt over my head and pulled on the hoodie, “Where are we going anyways?” I asked as I grabbed my hat and check my appearance in the wall mirror.

She laughed as she walked past me and into the hall, “You’ll see. Oh and your mom knows I am here, so we can just go. After you say “see you later” of course.”

I raised an eye brow before walking into the kitchen and wrapping my arms around my petite mom’s waist, “See you later mommy.” I said as I gave her a big kiss on the cheek.

She laughed and pushed me away, telling me to have fun and to stay out of trouble. I scoffed in mock hurt then laughing as I agreed and left the house with Selena.

We got into her car and before she could touch the radio I was already messing with it.
“What do you want to listen to?” I asked as I browsed through the different stations.

“Country.” She replied as she focused on the road.

I stopped what I was doing and slowly turned towards her, my mouth slightly open. “What? Country is great!” she laughed as she looked out towards her blind zone to make sure she could get over into another lane.

“You’re not serious are you?” I slowly asked her. Clearly still in a state of shock.

She looked over at me and shook her head, “Maybe you’ll like it. And besides, aren’t you the one recording a song with Rascal Flatts? They’re a country band.”

I rolled my eyes, “That doesn’t mean anything.”

She laughed, “Actually it does. Before you agree to doing a duet, you should be aware of what genre the other artist sings.”

I didn’t bother replying since I knew she was right and I didn’t want to admit that I was in fact, listening to country music now. I sighed as I came upon a country station and “Life is a highway” was currently playing.

I started tapping my fingers on my leg as I mouthed the words while gazing out the window. I noticed that when I’m only the road, doesn’t matter where I’m headed, all of my worries seem to disappear. It’s just me, the radio, and the open road ahead. The song ended soon after and one of Tim McGraw’s songs started playing and I belted out. I looked in the back seat of Selena’s car and grabbed the cowboy hat I saw and started singing along with the song.

I looked over and saw Selena laughing and trying to stay focus on the road. I knew I wasn’t helping much but I couldn’t help but sing this song.

“Smooth as the hickory wind, That blows from Memphis down to Apalachicola, Its “Hi ya’ll, did ya eat well? Come on in, I’m sure glad to know ya!” I sang causing Selena to laugh harder.

“For a boy from Canada, you sure can sing country. But I still think Tim beats you.” Selena said in between laughs.

“Thanks. But seriously where are we going.” I asked as the song ended. I resettled in my seat and looked out the window at our surroundings.

“Going to get some food duh.” Selena laughed and climbed out of the car. I noticed in the distance a few paps. I sighed as I stepped out of the car and got cornered by them.

“Justin where have you been!”

“Are you and Victoria still touring!”

“What do you think about Victoria and Taylor still dating!”