*Carry On*

****Jimmy's POV****

"So you've know Riz forever, you live in New York, and you do what? You're definitely not some damn accountant...I'm thinking something artsy," I muss as I walk down the hallway towards the vending machine with a shit eating grin on my face. My arm is loosely wrapped around Tempty and I don't plan on letting go any time soon. She's like a shiny new toy that you want to take everywhere. Speaking of which, my new Captain America action figure was still in my pocket...he fucking rocked the drums last night!

Oh fuck, AND I just got laid in an elevator! I want to tell everyone but what social skills I do have are telling me that isn't the best idea. Damn, I keep replaying how her long blond hair falls over her sexy body as I bang her from behind. And I can't get over her luscious ass...I bit my lip at the thought, my hand wandering lower and lower down Tempest's back.

I watch as a smile falls over those beautifully painted red lips. Tempest turns to look at me as I take the opportunity to squeeze her ass and back her against the wall. "You're pretty bold, Mr. Sullivan." Tempest gives me the sexiest smirk possible before she ducks under my arm and keeps walking. My eyes watch as her hips sway. Her ass has hypnotizing powers and my willy-we-winky is dying to come out and play again. Why are you so damn tempting?!

"But yes, I'm a photographer," she says, breaking the train of dirty thoughts that are crossing my mind. "Well...at least trying to be. I'm trying to get a sponsor to have a gallery showing but photographers are a dime a dozen in New York," Tempest sighs and a frown pulls on your lips.

I open my mouth to speak but she waves me off and continues. "But what I'd really love to do is be an action shot photographer or even a concert photographer. God knows I love listening to music..." I smile as her faces gets this dreamy expression on it. She is fucking beautiful and I know at that moment that I can't live without her.

"Well that settles it then, Tempty," I say just as I spot the vending machine. I take off running mid thought, leaving Tempest looking extremely confused.

"Oh My GOD THEY HAVE MIXED NUTS!!" I scream, not caring whose looking. "Nuts, nuts, all shapes of nuts! Big nuts, small nuts, brown nuts, white nuts, yellow nuts, salty salty nuts," I sing and dance about as I put a dollar in the machine. "The more you put in the saltier the juice!"

I kneel down on the floor and watch with wide eyes as the machines coils move to push the nuts down the shoot. Only in the last second does the coil snag the bag, leaving those poor precious salty shapes dangling for dear life. "NOOO!" I scream as loud as I can and collapse into a heap on the floor. "Why have the nuts betrayed me again!" I cry dramatically as Tempest kneels down next to me chocking back laughter.

I suddenly sit up and turn to her, taking her hands in mine. "Tempty...why have they forsaken me! I can't go on!" I whisper, looking into her stunning blue eyes. She giggles and pulls away to put another dollar in the machine. My eyes grow wide as two bags of nuts fall into the trough. She's brilliant! I fucking love this girl!

With my new found will to survive, I dive onto Tempest and knock both of us to the floor. "You are some kind of Wonder Woman, Tempty," I mutter in awe before taking her lips hostage. Our tongues dance effortlessly as we make out on the floor in the middle of the waiting room. My hands find their way into her hair and feel like I'm floating on cloud nine...kind of like that light as a feather thin as a board game I always wanted to play. Wait are we floating on a magic carpet like in Aladdin? I want a fucking genie!

All too soon, we break the kiss and look at each other breathlessly. Tempest's bright blue eyes twinkle back at me and I feel whole for the first time in my life. I have always felt like I was missing a large piece of myself and this must be it. I need Tempest in my life. "Will you stay with us, Tempty? Our next show is in New York in three days....please, Tempty, please!" I beg like a child who wants a candy bar at the supermarket.

I watch as my blond-haired beauty bites her lip before a smile comes over her face. "On one condition," Tempest says with a raised brow. I carefully run my fingers through her mop of blond hair that frames her head like a mane on the floor. "You have to tell me why you're calling me Tempty. You do know my name is Tempest or Tempe for short, right?" She says again with a smirk on her bright red lips.

"Of course I know what your name is silly," I laugh, pressing my forehead to hers. Neither of us seeming to care that we are still laying on top of each on the floor in front of the vending machine. "But. Your. Just. So. Damn. Tempting. To. Kiss. Every. Minute." I say between kissing her lips. "Hence...the name Tempty...." I say after only last long kiss.

"The nuts!" I shout just as Tempest opens her mouth to say something. I quickly clamber off of her and dive for the vending machine trough to claim my prize. "Come to daddy you precious shapes of salty wonder!" I mutter, fumbling with the package. Instantly, the package is open and I dump the entire bag into my mouth and experience my little salty piece of heaven. I lean back against the vending machine as Tempest giggles and shakes her head at me.

"Come on, we should go check on Kay and Brian," she says as I take her hand and she pulls me to a standing position.

"Wait, you've got to try this first!" I insist with my mouth full of nuts.

"I've had mixed nuts before," Tempest giggles. "They are good, but I'd rather stick with my coffee that's back in the room."

"Come on, Tempty, live on the edge a little," I beg and she snorts with laughter. "What's living if you've never shot gunned a bag of salty delicious nuts?"

"Fine...give them here," she laughs.

This girl is all mine!

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****Brian's POV****

"So you don't think your mom would like me?" I say in response to her eye roll. "Parents love me..."

Kaylyn let's out a yawn and I can tell her pain meds are starting to kick in again. "Just don't get your hopes up...Like I said, she has eyes only for Alex. I swear she'd marry him if she could," Kaylyn chuckles as she gently pulls on my arm. I take that as my cue to climb up into bed with her. My little dark-haired beauty instantly cuddles into my side and a wave of relief comes over me.

She knows who I am. She knows that I love her. I felt like I could rest easy now and with that the wave of exhaustion came over me. "Well, if your mom...." I yawn. "Excuse me, looks anything like you do, I'd say she's got a decent shot."

Kaylyn let's out a little giggle as she nuzzles deeper into my side. "Do play Synyster Gates on my mom, okay? I'm sure the hospital called her and knowing her, she is probably on her way. Just be this wonderful Brian Haner Jr. that I love..."

I feel a swelling of pride and excitement come over me with Kaylyn's words. Thank god she loves me too. I was a little worried after I told her and she didn't say anything back. I smile and gently lift her chin to kiss her delicate lips.

"He-hem."

I sheepishly look up to see Jimmy and Tempest standing in the doorway, each looking a little worse for wear. Their clothing is disheveled and their hair is sticking out in every direction. That sly dog! Did he find a place to shag that girl somewhere in the hospital ? I am impressed with my best friend and I'm glad to see that he looks happy.

"So I see someone has either fallen very quickly for Mr. Gates here or else you've got your memory back!" Tempest squeals before running and joining us in the bed. "Yay, Kay, I was so fucking word about you!"

Kaylyn smiles through her burning pink cheeks and I can't help but gently kiss her forehead. "Yeah, I got them back after..." She looks at me and then looks back at Tempest. "Well...everything is good and I remember everything!"

"Cuddle puddle!" Jimmy screams before bouncing down on the bed.

"Careful, Rev," I warn as Kaylyn tries to hide a wince. "So I see you two are getting along nicely," I say causally as I protectively encircle Kaylyn in my arms. I would have to tell the rest of the guys the truth about us as soon as we get back.

"Yeah, you could say that." Tempest blushes widely as she pushes a stray blond lock behind her ear. "But hey, Jimmy said I could hitch a ride with you to New York. If that's okay with the rest of you, of course."

"Fine by me. Any...erm friend of Jimmy's is a friend of mine," I say, though I'm sure that there is more than that going on. I smile as I watch him carefully wrap his arms around Tempest and pull her onto his lap.

"I can't wait for you to see the bus, meet the rest of the guys, see my bunk..." Jimmy continues, wagging his eyebrows at Tempest.

"Tempe is also a wicked awesome photographer, so maybe she can take some concert pics for you guys," Kaylyn said, squeezing her best friends hand. "She's always wanted to do something like that!"

"Oh hush, Kay." Tempest waves away the complement and continues to talk about a gallery show that she wants to present. My eyes wander down to Kaylyn to find her looking up at me with her gorgeous chocolate brown orbs. I smile before she presses her lips to mine.

"What the hell is going on here?!" Kaylyn and I quickly rip apart and four sets of eyes look at the door in shock.

Notes

Cute chapter with the loves! But who is breaking up the love fest? Has Alex returned? Is it Matt and the guys? Can't wait to see what @SynysterRyn comes up with :)