Hey Bella ! I’ve been looking for you ! Jess cried out, pushing past a bunch of wasted, dancing, teenagers.
I managed a weak smile as she stopped in front of me, a red plastic cup in her hand.
Having fun ?
Yes ! She slurred, her eyes slightly glazed.
That makes one of us. I muttered, watching as some blonde skank started flirting with Connor, who was currently sitting near the counter turned bar.
What happened ? She asked, stumbling forwards. I caught her, wincing at the smell of alcohol reeking off of her.
Shit happened. I said, helping her stand up.
You need to DRINNKKKK ! She sang out loudly. Thankfully the blasting music drowned her out, saving us from an awkward moment.
I’m good… I said, backing away. Her eyes narrowed and she grabbed my arm tightly, dragging me to the bar.
Drunk Jess is strong as hell.
Mike, make her your special. Jess slurred, leaning against the counter. I looked down suspiciously at the mysterious liquid in the plastic cup in front of me.
I really don’t- I froze as Connor leaned down, kissing the girl like there was no tomorrow.
Because of that, everything I did that night/ early morning, was out of spite. Immature, I admit, but hey, I admitted it.
I grabbed the cup in front of me, downing the drink quickly, ignoring the burning feeling flowing throughout me.
11 drinks later, aka 3 hours later
I was wasted as fuck.
I blame Connor though, if it weren’t for him, I wouldnt have felt the need to fill the empty void inside myself with alcohol. I pulled away from the guy that was currently groping me, muttering something about my army of uniforms.
Like I said, I was wasted as fuck.
I pushed past the grinding bodies of the wasted teenagers, giggling and stumbling around like a complete idiot.
Hey Bella. I looked up to see Liam awkwardly leaning against the wall, completely sober. (A/N Which isn’t a bad thing !)
LIAAAMMM why you no drinkkk ? I yelled into his ear, he winced and gently pushed me away.
I’m the designated driver. He said uncomfortably.
Yeah… but you can still have a drink… I said, looking at him distastefully. His cheeks tinted a faint shade of red and he looked away for a moment.
I should go. He said, trying to move around me. Stupidly, I grabbed his arm, pulling him back towards me- well, into me for that matter. Liam managed to keep me from falling, catching the both of us.
Bella you are really drunk. He said. A look of concern loomed over his perfect features, reminding me why I liked him.
Come on, let’s get you a drink. I said, wrapping my arms around his neck. He frowned and gripped my arms, lightly pulling them away from his face.
I don’t drink. He said slowly.
Why not ? I asked, my eyes wide and I stumbled a bit. He steadied me, looking upwards before he spoke.
My sister was ki-
BORING ! I yelled, giggling afterwards. Liam stared at me in shock, before his expression hardened and he pushed me away, stalking off. I stared at him, completely confused, before chasing after him. I miraculously managed to catch up with him, grabbing his arm and forcing him to stop.
What’s the matter with you ? I slurred. Liam looked completely pissed as he glared down at me.
Leave me alone, Bella. I gripped him arm tightly, refusing to let him walk off just like that.
Why ? I asked, confused as to why he was acting so mean.
Why ? Bella are you serious ? He asked, leaning in a bit.
Was this because I didn’t want to listen to your stupid story ? I guessed. A look of pain and hurt washed over Liam’s face and he yanked his arm out of my grip.
You’re heartless. He spat out, I’m done with you. I thought you were different, but I was sadly mistaken. My jaw dropped open as he walked away from me, without another word.
What the hell just happened ?
1 hour later
And then he just walked off ! I said, slumping against the wall. Jess wrapped her arm around me, dropping her head onto my shoulder.
It’s okay, honey. You dint do anything wrong. She slurred, her eyes slowly closing.
Is it that I-I’m just not good enough ? I asked, my voice shrill and cracking. A couple tears ran down my cheek as I took a swig of whatever was now in my cup. Jess pulled away, looking me directly in the eyes.
Of course not ! She said, leaning her hands against my shoulders for support. Connor and Liam are just stupid !
B-but…
No ! They are complete douchebags for giving you up, and you know what ? You still have Jack. And girl, that boy is fine ! Jess said, her eyes twinkling.
You know what ? You’re right ! I don’t need Connor or Liam, I have Jack ! I said, pushing myself of the wall. Ha ! Take that, Connor and Liam !
Yes ! That’s right ! Jess cheered me on, nodding like a bobblehead.
You know what ? I said, my eyes widening. I’m going to tell them. I’m going to show them that Bellatrix Brown doesn’t need them- doesn’t want them !
That’s ma girl ! Jess screamed. I grinned and pushed past the wasted teenagers, looking for Connor or Liam.
James, where’s Connor ? I asked, stand on my tippy toes looking for him.
He went upstairs, but- I didn’t hear the rest, for I automatically started walking upstairs. I took a long gulp from a lone red Cup, building up my courage. After a couple deep breaths, I opened the door to his bedroom, briskly stumbling in.
I just wanted to tell you that I don’t need you and I- My throat tightened as I took in the sight before me. Connor and blondie- completely naked.
You were saying ? Connor asked, his expression blank.
I’m weak.
I turned and quickly exited the room, walking downstairs and shoving past many people as I flung open the front door, nearly falling straight on my face as I stormed out.
Bella ? I looked up through my tear filled eyes to find Liam standing a couple feet away.
Can you take me home ? I asked, a few tears slipping out. He sighed, and motioned for me to follow him. Shivering from the cold October air, I followed him. I was suddenly engulfed in warmth, causing me to look down in surprise. Liam had taken off his leather jacket, placing it around me as we walked.