MJ’s POV

“No... Please, don’t deny it. I’m selfish, I know that,” Brian said softly. I furred my brow as I looked into Brian’s amazing chocolate brown eyes while he spoke. What was he talking about? I was so confused as to where all this was coming from because I didn’t see any of the things he was saying. Maybe my love was blind, but that was how I preferred it. I wouldn’t love him any other way. “ And because I’m selfish I don’t want to let you go...”

„What do you mean?” I bit down on my bottom lip, feeling my heart start to race in my chest. I didn’t understand. Was he trying to get rid of me? No, he wouldn’t do that.

“Exactly what it means. I want to leave everything behind and start from a clear slate,” Brian continued and I still didn’t get it. A clean slate? I opened my mouth to question his words again but he just shook his head and continued. “I want a new beginning…with you,” he breathed.

My jaw dropped slightly at his words, trying to process what he said. He wanted to start a new beginning with me? What did that even mean? Was this his way of trying to make us official? I took in a deep breath and licked my lips as I looked into his pleadingly apologetic eyes. “Are-are you asking what I think you are?” I asked nervously, a deep blush falling over my cheeks.

Brian’s hands moved up to cup my face as a small smile fell over his perfect lips. My breath shook from his electric touch as our eyes locked in a way that they never had before. It felt like he was really looking at me for the first time and was afraid that I was going to disappear between his fingers like sand. That look right there made me melt into him as his calloused fingers caressed my cheek. “Yeah…” he breathed with a look of hope in those desperate browns. “I want you to be mine and mine alone…”

“You want me to be your girlfriend?” I whispered in awe, a wide smile pulling over my lips. I couldn’t believe the words coming from his mouth. I knew everyone was wrong about him and this right here proved it. Brian chuckled and looked down for a moment before nodding his head.

His fingers brushed over my cheeks again as my small hands gracefully wrapped around his wrist. “Yes, Mia, I want you to be my girlfriend,” he laughed. The sound and the use of my first name alone caused my heart to skip a beat as the world’s biggest smile fell across my face. “Will you forgive me for being a dick and start over with me?”

I dove into his arms, throwing my arms around his next and pressing my lips to his in the most amazing kiss. Brian hands held my face as we fell backwards on the floor, our lips and tongues dancing in the most magical and passionate kiss that I had ever experienced. It felt like ever nerve ending in my body had exploded and he was the only drug that I craved. My hands moved up to pull the beanie off his head and tangle my slender fingers in his hair, pressing myself closer to him. I couldn’t get enough of him.

A few minutes later, Brian had me underneath him on the couch with our foreheads pressed together, panting heavily. “You’re so fucking beautiful,” he breathed, his eyes ravishing ever inch of my being. “I am the luckiest son of a bitch…” The last time he said that to me, I didn’t believe him, but this time was different.

“No,” I whispered, my fingers trailing down the side of his face as I gazed over his perfect features. This all felt like some kind of dream and I never wanted to wake up. I was in love and I was pretty sure Brian was too, and he didn’t even need to say the words. I could see it in his eyes. “I’m the lucky one, you saved me from the very beginning.” I pushed myself up on my elbow and pressed my lips to his again. “I knew you were something special.”

Suddenly Brian’s hands were roaming over my lace dress as he pulled me up into a sitting position. His hands caressed ever inch of my body before his lips trailed down my neck. I couldn’t help but moan into the touch while his hands worked on the zipper. I carefully pulled his black V-neck tee over his head and let my hands explore his exposed flesh for the first time. As I traced each and every muscle and tattoo, his lips left a trail of warm electricity as they made their way over every inch of exposed flesh. By the time he pulled away to unbutton his pants, my body was covered in little goose bumps and his arms look the same way.

I chewed my bottom lip as I watched him hover about me. Brian’s eyes hadn’t left mine from the moment that he sat up and I felt like the most important thing in the word, which was a new feeling for me. He lowered himself down to my lips and made a long trail all the way to the black lace panties that separated me from him. Oh so delicately, Brian slowly slid them off only using his teeth and I thought I was going to lose it. That was the sexiest thing that I had ever experience. Slowly he licked up my clit, over my abdominal muscles, between my breasts, and back to my lips with a hungry kiss.

The next thing I knew, Brain had pushed his throbbing member deep inside me and had my hands interlaced with mine above my head. This time was different than any other sex that I had ever had in my life. Each and ever single movement and rhythm was filled with passion, bliss, longing, and dare I say it, love. That was it. We were actually making love for the first time.

Brian pumped in and out of me in fast and rhythmic pace that made me moan against his lips, which hadn’t left mine. Each movement felt so good and I arched my body into him as I matched his rhythm. My toes pointed and flexed in ecstasy while Brian drove me closer and closer to that sweet dark release.

“Oh, my god,” I moaned against his lips as the most amazing orgasm ripped through my body. Just as my inner was clamped round Brian, he let out a bestial growl. Our hands clenched each other for dear life as we road our highs, feeling like we were both flying.

Moments later, Brian’s body crashed down on top of mine with a kiss. “You’re something else, Baby Doll,” he breathed into my ear, a blush capturing my face again. My hands wrapped around his torso and I held him close, never wanting this moment to end. It was purely magical.

“And I’m all yours…” I breathed, still in shock of the whole thing. I was Brain Haner’s girlfriend! I wish I could tell Dice but she still wasn’t answering any of my calls or texts.

Brain looked up at me with a smile, his eyes searching mine before he scooped me up into his arms. “Come on,” he said, standing and carrying me up the stairs. “If you think you’re sleeping tonight, you’ve got another thing coming,” he chuckled as we disappeared into our room and shut the door. I loved that man.

Three weeks later I still felt like I was living a dream. Brian had been even more wonderful than before and I could actually tell that he was genuinely trying to make me happy. And boy was he ever. I swear I fell more and more in love with him each day. Hell, he woke me up each morning with a kiss or his oh-so talented fingers. Not to mention that the only time we really spent apart was when I was at work or he was doing something with the guys. Oh, and don’t forget my new weekly movie date with Jimmy.

“Jimmy, I can’t continue the animation until the song is done,” I tried to explain for the fifth time. He was just so excited about seeing each of the characters come to life that he wasn’t listening. Actually, come to think of it, Jimmy had selective hearing. “I need the full cut that you want to use so I can program around it. I am at a standstill.”
“No!” he screamed, sinking to the ground in front of me in the studio. “There has to be something you can do! You’re a magical sorceress and my Harry Potter wand wheeling Blondie! You’re the Luna Lovegood to my Nevil Longbottom!” Oh please, for the love of god, don’t start screaming on the floor again.

I giggled at his silly antics as Brain stepped out of the guitar-recording studio with a smile on his face. “Yes, I can be all of things once you get me a cut,” I continued, though my eyes were glued to that handsome man smirking at me across the room. “Believe me, Jimbo, I’m just as anxious as you are. So go hurry Matt along with the vocals,” I teased just as he and Val walked through the room.

I watched the couple with a raised brow, having noticed that something seemed to be wrong. I didn’t know what was going on there, but I did know that he didn’t look at her like he did Dice, even though I had heard multiple times how in love with Val he was. It looked to me like he was trying to force something that wasn’t working because Dice up and fled. Don’t worry buddy I feel your pain—I miss her terribly too but I wasn’t going to force myself into something that I wasn’t happy with.

“Shit, Baby Doll, we’ve got to get you to work,” Brian said. In my thoughts about Matt I hadn’t even noticed that he had sat down next to me with a beer. I turned to look at him with a small frown because I didn’t want to leave. Work had been hell ever since Dice left and they hired the new girl, Amber. I didn’t like to speak of ill of other people but she was basically a useless bitch at the job, making me pick up all the slack.

“Do I have to? Cant I call in today and go out to dinner with you guys instead?” I asked Brian, my eyes pleading with him. He just chuckled and placed a sloppy kiss on forehead. “Besides, I’m sure Jimmy is going to harassing Matt until that track is done and will want me to work on it right then.”

Brain threw his head back and laughed. “You’re probably right but Johnny would kill me. I cant piss off the guy the supplies the best booze in town,” he teased, taking my hand in his and pulling towards the door. “Come on, it cant be that bad.”

I threw him a pointed look as I climbed into his car and buckled up. “You’ve met Amber right?” I asked only to receive another chuckle. “Then you know that it is bad.”

“Well, show her the ropes. Tell her how it’s done,” yeah, like it was that easy. Did he remember who he was talking to? I barely spoke my mind let alone stood up for myself. Did he forget that I had an anxiety disorder and that I avoided conflict like the plague? “Don’t worry, love, you’ll be fine,” he assured.

I sighed as he pulled up to the bar and Brian took my face into his hands, staring me down. “Look, I’ll text you and I’m only five minutes away if you need anything,” he promised before giving me a sweet goodnight kiss. “Plus, Jimmy and Zacky were talking about shots after calling it a night, so I will see you later.”

I smiled at him and pecked his lips one more time before getting out of the car and heading inside. Frank the bouncer gave me a smile before I walked in and mouthed ‘good luck’ and boy did I need it. My jaw dropped when I walked in, seeing that this Thursday night was standing room only. “Fuck,” I hissed before pushing through the crowd to the bar.

“Oh, it’s a rager tonight,” Max yelled over the jukebox though my attention was on the new girl as she struggled at the end of the bar with some creeps. “Oh, and don’t worry about her. Let her stumble her way though, she’ll learn just like you did.” I smiled at the memory for Dice pushing me out of the way countless times to fix one of my mistakes.

The night dragged on and by eight I was thoroughly pissed at Amber for running into me and spilling a whole glass of seven and seven all over my blouse. The wet t-shirt jokes started to come and these thugs just wouldn’t relent with their constant pick up lines. I know you can see my nipples and my boobs, got it. That doesn’t mean you have to be sexist pigs. Once I made sure everyone at the bar had a drink, I slipped my phone out of my pocket and shot a text to Brian.

When u come, can u bring me a clean shirt? Don’t ask, long story <3 MJ

Seconds after I pressed ‘send’ my phone vibrated, indicating a new text. However it wasn’t who I expected. I swallowed thickly as I opened the message. Though, I already knew what it said.

U fucking little bitch, I told u to call off this trial! If we go through with this 2m I will make sure ur life is a living hell. U wont live to tell the tale princess. Call it OFF! ~M

I gaped down at the phone, feeling my heart race with panic. No, MJ, relax. Brian and Dice will make sure that he goes to jail and he will not hurt you. Plus for my own sanity, I had to see Dice. As much as I loved Brian, I craved my best friend. My phone vibrated again and I felt a wave of relief seeing Brian’s name.

Oh, I can cum wherever you want baby. But sure, see you in 10. Leaving now – Gates

I smiled light as I shot back a message.

Thank u! Drinks on me tonight <3 MJ

I pressed send just as I saw someone sit down in front of me. With a sigh I opened the new message, “What can I get you?” I asked, reading the new text.

Did I hear body shots? – Gates

“I’d like a tall glass of you…and make it a double,” I heard the voice say and I pinched the bridge of my nose, putting away my phone. I didn’t even register who was sitting in front of me.

“Listen I’ve heard that one three times today, besides I’m tak—“ Suddenly I froze when it finally registered that I knew that voice. My blues shot up to see a very pink-haired Dice sitting in front of me in business attire. “Dice?!” I squeaked, a smile coming over my face.

“In the flesh, love,” she said and before I could stop myself, I was climbing over the bar with my wet shirt and denim short-shorts and pulling that girl in for a rib-crunching hug. I ignored the hoots and hollers form the crowd, rocking her back in forth in pure joy. “Okay-Okay! Enough MJ,” and she shoved me away.

“Where the hell have you been?” I asked, anger starting to come over me. How could she just up and leave me for months? I could kill her for that alone. “I have been worried sick about you!” I raged, furring my brow at her. “You didn’t answer any of my messages!” I was still hurt about that.

“I know, I know. I’m a bitch.” Dice put her hands up and shook her head at me and I couldn’t believe how good she looked. I had never seen her look this good, at least not in a long time. “No, I think the better question is, ‘you’re taken’?” She gave me a knowing brow and smirked at me as I blushed madly. “So Gates finally grew a pair of balls? That’s surprising, but I’m happy for you, love.” Dice’s eyes raked over me with a smile befitting a proud mother. “Oh, stop fucking glowing. You’re going to make me puke. I swear if I have to watch you two make out….Did you miss me?”

I laughed and shook my head at her. “Of course I missed your crazy ass,” I said happily, pulling her into my arms again. “Don’t you fucking run away on me again! You almost killed me!”

“Oh, stop with the dramatics, you know that doestn’t work on me, MJ,” Dice tisked as held her at arms length. “Besides, I’m not staying.”

“W-what?” I gaped at her, shaking my head furiously. “No! You cant leave me here without you! I need you…” I breathed, feeling my state of panic start to rise. Just by the look in Dice’s eyes I knew she could see the panic in my eyes.

“You’re such an idiot,” Dice laughed, patting my back. “Look, I’ll stick around at least until after the trial. After that, I’m not making and promises—Fuck.” Dice visibly tensed in my arms and I turned around to see Brain and the guys standing behind me with dropped jaws.

Matt’s POV

“Val, will you just calm down and get in the damn car?” I asked, running my hands over my face. I was supposed to pick up Jimmy a half an hour ago. I was so sick of these stupid little arguments. I had told Val time after time that there wasn’t anyone else and that I was fully committed to her, but she didn’t seem to believe a words a said. I could kill Michelle for undoubted planting this new idea in her head.

“Calm down, Matt? You’ve had someone else’s car sitting in your driveway for weeks and you wont even tell me who’s it is! Not to mention you go and sit in it from time to time. I swear you love that stupid Mustang more than me,” she raged, pacing back and forth in the driveway. I pinched the bridge of my nose, knowing that I couldn’t tell her that it was Dice’s car. That would open a whole can of worms that I wasn’t willing to even explore. I had finally got the redhead to stop invading my daily thoughts and she only crept in from time to time now.

“Its just a friends car, I don’t understand what the big deal is!” I snapped back. “And you know I fucking love you Val! If I didn’t, I wouldn’t put up with all your shit!” It came out like word vomit and I couldn’t take it back once it was out. By crap I meant her constant nagging and appearing home late from being out with ‘friends’. Please, I knew she was probably seeing someone behind my back. Yet, some how, the thought didn’t bother me too much. This time last year, I would have followed her and fucking killed the bastard, but not now. Was I still stuck on Red?

Val gaped at me before turning and stomping into the house. I knew that I should chase after her, but I couldn’t bring myself to do. I need that space and I just wanted to go out and drink until I forgot this. Maybe that would make this and the throbbing hurt in the pit of my stomach go away.

In all honesty, everything between Val and I had been perfect up until last week when I picked up Dice’s Mustang from the shop. The only problem was that my heart wasn’t completely with Val anymore and I knew that. Was I leading her on by staying with her? I didn’t think so because I still loved her. Though, I couldn’t deny that part of my heart was with Dice, wherever she was. I fucking sucked that she just up and bailed and was supposed to be back tomorrow. I wasn’t sure how I was going to face her because one part of me wanted to kiss her brains out while the other want to knock her out.

I was so flustered by the time I picked up Jimmy and got to Johnny’s that I didn’t even notice the huge crowd or Brian and Zacky’s new joke about Johnny. However, what I did notice when I walked into the bar were those bright green eyes, beautifully tattooed body, and now pink hair that haunted my thoughts and dreams. My jaw dropped to the floor as I looked at her, our eyes meeting before she looked to the floor. So many emotions soared inside me that I didn’t know whether to run up and kiss her or murder her on the spot.

“DICEY MCDICEY DICE!” Jimmy shrieked over the jukebox and the crowd as he haled ass over to her, picked her up and span her around in a circle. I watched the scene still in shock. I needed to find my nerve and fast. “Where have you been?! I had to start the knife society without you and it fucking sucked!”

“Let her breathe, Jimmy,” Zacky chuckled, helping MJ and Brian release the hot tamale. “Nice to see you Dice,” he said, pulling her in for a hug and I instantly felt jealousy course through me. How could she stand there and not stay a damn word to me?

“I have so much to tell you!” Jimmy continued, putting his arm over her shoulder and dragging her toward the back room. “And I want to hear about your adventures.”

I ran my hands over my face and walked up to the bar with MJ and Brian. I needed something strong if I was going to survive this night. Hell, just looking at Dice in that outfit and her new hair was making my dick rage in my pants. I fucking wanted her in so many ways. How could she just show up her unannounced? I didn’t know what I wanted right now—I was so fucking confused from the mixed signals.

“Relax and just talk to her,” Brian said, clapping my shoulder after giving MJ a quick kiss. I’m glad he finally manned up and made the thing between them official. I just hoped for both of their sakes that he didn’t blow it. “What the worst that will happen? She’ll leave again?” He pulled the glass of scotch that MJ just poured up to his lips with shrug.

“Don’t be a dick, Gates,” I hissed, taking a double shot of Patron. The liquid burned all the way down but it helped to numb part of what I was feeling.

Just talk to her? Yeah, like it was that fucking easy to get though to her? I scoffed and threw back another shot. Why couldn’t Dice just be more like MJ—laid back and subdued? Then we would never have had this problem to begin with. After my third shot, I headed toward the back room with two pitchers of beer and a bottle of Jack.

Dice was in a deep conversation with Jimmy, Zacky, and Johnny who were all laughing along. It wasn’t until I slammed the tray on the table that she graced me with a look. Her greens ran over the length of my body before she licked her bottom lip. That fucking tease. “Can I talk to you? Now?” I asked her, reaching out to grab her arm.

If she wanted to play games, I swear I wasn’t above fucking her right here on this table in front of my friends. Hell, they’d probably throw down some bills. I pleaded with my eyes, hoping that she would come willingly.

Notes

Will things last between Brian and MJ or will Sinister Gates rear his sexy face? Will Dice go with Matt? What will he say to her?