Chapter 3: What Happened?

Chase's POV:

Kaz and I followed Oliver as he stomped off towards the balcony. I can't believe that Skylar and him had their 1st real fight. The entire time I've known Oliver, he's always put Skylar on a pedestal. He worships her, and I never would've thought he'd ever disagree with her to that magnitude. Oliver slides open the balcony door, and walks out into the balcony. He sits down at the same table the team was at just earlier today. I close the balcony door after Kaz and I enter. We walk over to Oliver, and sit down on either side of him. I'm not exactly sure how I should approach this. Should I ask what happened, and get his side of the story? Should I just console him? Should I help him get Skylar back, if that's what he wants? Should I remain neutral, and stay out of his love life? Oliver's my friend, I really want him to be happy. He seemed so happy with Skylar. I wonder though, was he really as happy as he let on? I mean, he just let her go like that. Was that because he was still angry, or because he actually agreed with her? "Don't worry, buddy. She'll calm down, and you'll both be back to your happy couplie selves in no time.", Kaz says. "I wonder if it's as simple as that.", Oliver replies. I agree with Oliver. Skylar and him would have to discuss what happened, and agree to put it past them. Not to mention there would be some apologies in order, from both sides. "What do you plan to do now?", I ask Oliver. Obviously they both need a little time apart to cool off, then they'd eventually HAVE to talk to each other. Whether they stay together or not, they have to make amends. Their friendship, and the dynamic of the team is at stake. I don't even want to think about what would happen if Bree, Kaz, and I had to pick sides. Kaz would obviously be on Oliver's side, they've been best friends for years. Bree's like a sister to Skylar, so I don't doubt that she'd stay by her. I don't think I could pick a side if it came down to it. I'm just as much friends with Skylar, as I am with Oliver.

"I'm not really sure, I guess just think about what I'm going to say to her.", Oliver replies. Interesting, I thought he'd just beg for her forgiveness. What's there to think about? "I know you Oliver, and I know how much you love Skylar. In a few hours, you'll be begging her to take you back.", Kaz says. His prediction does sound extremely accurate. "Do you think that's what I should do?", Oliver asks Kaz. You're having doubts about being with Skylar? Huh, I never thought I'd see the day. "Yeah, girls love it when you apologize and say they're right. Trust me, you'll be back together in no time, and if not, it's her lost then. Any girl would be extremely lucky to have you.", Kaz replies. Wow, I can't remember the last time Kaz said something THAT genuine or heart felt. Then again, he IS talking to Oliver. Kaz would go to Hell and back for Oliver. "Thanks, Kaz. That means a lot to me.", Oliver replies. I can tell that Oliver meant what he said, I can see it in his eyes. I've always known that their friendship was strong, but today I'm finally seeing to what extent. "No problem, buddy.", Kaz says. Oliver and Kaz exchange a quick hug. "What do you think, Chase?", Oliver asks as he turns to me. I didn't think he would ask for my opinion, and I'm not one to give my opinion where it's not wanted. I figured he'd just take Kaz's advice. "Well I think you should give yourself, and her, some time to cool off before you do anything. I really think you should reevaluate your relationship with Skylar, then go talk to her when you have a clear mind. Whether you make up, or break up, you both do need to make amends. It would be a shame to throw away the friendship you have with her, and the last thing anyone wants, is a rift in the team.", I advise.

Oliver ponders what I've said for a moment, before asking, "Do I need to reevaluate my relationship with Skylar?", Oliver asks. Why would I suggest it, if you didn't need to? "Do you really have to ask that? I thought it was pretty obvious.", Kaz interjects. It looks like I wasn't the only one who noticed it. Then again, I'm pretty sure everyone who's ever met Oliver and Skylar noticed it. "It is?", Oliver asks. I sigh. "Your relationship with Skylar hasn't really been equal.", I start. "Yeah, you've been obsessed with her, ever since you 1st starting reading her comics. You absolutely WORSHIPPED her.", Kaz adds. Well, at least Kaz agrees with me. Although I didn't really realize his obsession with her went THAT deep. "Which isn't really healthy. You've developed impossible expectations and standards for her, whether you've realized it or not. You don't really treat her as an equal. You forget that she's a person just like everyone else.", I say. Everyone remembers the song he wrote about her. How fondly he speaks of her. How creepy he used to get, and still occasionally gets. "Yeah, dude. You were a total creeper.", Kaz says. "I've treated Skylar how she deserves to be treated.", Oliver defends. "You have, but maybe you're going just a tad overboard. You're overly obsessive when it comes to her, and overly jealous. From what I gather, you 2 went to lunch, and some guy hit on her, correct?", I ask. "Yeah! We were having a great time, then this guy walks up to us. HE HITS ON HER, GIVES HER HIS NUMBER, AND TELLS HER TO CALL HIM!", Oliver rants. "What'd she say to the dude?", Kaz asks.

"SHE DIDN'T SAY ANYTHING TO HIM! WHICH IS EXACTLY THE PROBLEM! SHE DIDN'T TELL HIM SHE WAS TAKEN! SO SHE WAS OBVIOUSLY INTO HIM! EITHER THAT, or she was embarrassed to be dating me.", Oliver exclaims. I'm feeling decently sympathetic so far. I understand his insecurities better than most people. I know what it's like to be the scrawny one in the group. "Did she accept his phone number?", I ask. It sounds like Oliver started a huge argument, because his insecurities had definitely gotten the better of him. "Well, he wrote his number down on a napkin, and set it on the table. She didn't touch it though.", Oliver responds. She didn't even accept this guy's phone number. Did she even show any interest in this guy at all? "I think you let your insecurities control you at lunch today. No matter who you're dating, the relationship won't last unless you trust that person.", I say. "I do trust Skylar, it's that guy who I don't trust! I just didn't want to lose her. I've worked so hard to get her to be my girlfriend...", Oliver trails off. I know that relationships can be a lot of work, but to claw your way out of the friendzone? He must've worked EXTREMELY hard. "What about after you locked it down? Any other problems?", Kaz asks. I mentally scoff. They're always so content with each other. Apart from today, what problems have they had in the course of their relationship? "Ummm, I'm don't really know. I've never really thought about the bad stuff before.", Oliver replies. Of course he hasn't. Kaz and I both roll our eyes at this. It's really important that Oliver look at the negative things about dating Skylar. I think it will humanize her more, which would be better for their relationship going forward.

"Well try anyway.", Kaz deadpans. Oliver takes a deep breath. "Well, um, she's pretty nosy when I'm on my phone. She's, only really ever affectionate when we're around anyone from the team. If we're alone we'll still have a good time, but she doesn't hold my hand or kiss me. She'll hug me good night at the most. She can, be pretty bossy, and isn't really comfortable with me ever being alone in a room with Bree.", Oliver says. My mouth drops open, and Kaz looks equally shocked as well. What kind of romantic relationship is that? It looks like Oliver's not the only one who becomes overly jealous. Skylar won't even allow him to be in a room alone with my sister. "It seems that Skylar has some jealousy issues as well.", I start. "You're telling me that you 2 are sucking face in front of everyone, but keep it pg in private?", Kaz questions. That is a very proper example of the word, backwards. "The fact that she's only affectionate when another member of the team is around, might indicate that her feelings for you might not be genuine.", I softly add. "And she's obviously still jealous of BREE.", Kaz continues. Well if Skylar was to be jealous of anyone, it logically would be Bree. "When did Skylar 1st reciprocate your feelings?", I ask. I already know the answer to that, but I want his perspective of how it took place. "When her, Bree, and I were in Caldera because Scarlett had captured her. Skylar was supposed to stay behind permanently, and Bree and I were saying goodbye. That's when she told me she liked me too.", Oliver says.

"So, when she thought it would be the last time she ever saw you?", I ask. Oliver slowly nods. I'm not sure I like the current conclusion forming in my brain. "Well that's 1 way to say goodbye.", Kaz says. His eyes grow wide, like he's uncovered this huge conspiracy. The sight was actually pretty amusing. I actually would've chuckled if the current situation wasn't so serious. "You think she doesn't actually like me in that way?", Oliver asks. The look on his face can only be described as pure, gut wrenching, heartbreak. I can practically feel the sadness radiating from his being. Kaz pulls Oliver into another hug. A few moments later, Kaz and Oliver part from their hug. I quickly hug Oliver for a moment as well. We break from our hug, I say to him, "We don't know that for sure. It's just, 1 of 2 options. You'll know for sure when you eventually speak with her. " I hope another argument doesn't come from that, and I hope that their friendship survives this. Oliver slowly nods his head. The look of dread fills his face. "Let's go watch some tv.", Kaz says as he pats Oliver on the back in attempts to cheer him up. The 3 of us stand. "I think I'm going to go back down to HQ, I've had enough excitement for 1 day.", I say to the duo. They nod their heads, and the 3 of us head to the living room. Kaz and Oliver sit down on the couch, and Kaz grabs the remote. I walk to the hyperlift, and enter it.

Bree's POV:

I CAN NOT BELIEVE, THAT THAT JUST HAPPENED! OLIVER YELLED AT SKYLAR! SKYLAR PUT THEIR RELATIONSHIP ON HOLD! WHAT THE FUCK?! They're like the poster couple for a happy relationship. Skylar super speeds up the stairs, down the hallway, and into our room. I super speed after her. I really hope she'll talk to me. I HAVE to help get them back together. I can't imagine how hurt Oliver must be feeling right now. He loves Skylar, which is obviously why he freaked out at lunch. EVEN THOUGH, Skylar didn't even flirt with the guy, and she wasn't interested. I mean she can't exactly control who hits on her. Oliver really needs to work on his whole overly jealous thing. I stop at the door to our room, and I take a deep breath. I try to turn the door knob, but the door's locked. Great, she locked the damn door. I knock. "GO AWAY, BREE!", Skylar shouts. I know she didn't LOOK too hurt before, but I can only imagine what's she's FEELING right now. Also, HOW IN THE HELL DID SHE KNOW IT WAS ME?! "Okay, 1st off, how'd you know it was me? 2nd, please open the door. ", I reply. "You were the only one that was following me! I just need some time alone, okay?!", Skylar replies. I sigh. I have a bad feeling that this is slowly going downhill. "Please, Skylar? I just want to talk to you!", I say. She HAS to open the door! I'm not having this entire conversation on the other side of the door. "THEN TALK! I CAN HEAR YOU PERFECTLY FINE FROM HERE!", Skylar screams. I take another deep breath. I really didn't want to talk to her like this, plus I wanted to console her. To hug her, and tell her that everything would be alright. Not yell through the door, 20 feet away. I know she's just going through a hard time. Skylar would never lock me out of our room, unless she was really hurting.

"I just want to help you! I know you're hurting right now, and I just really want to be there for you! You shouldn't have to go through this alone!", I say. I know if I were the 1 hurting, I'd want Skylar to do exactly what I'm doing right now. "I DON'T NEED YOUR HELP, I'LL LIVE! OLIVER'S THE ONE YOU SHOULD CHECK ON!", Skylar shouts. I'll check in on Oliver later, Skylar needs me more right now. Besides, I saw the boys follow him to the balcony. "Chase and Kaz are with him right now. He has 2 people there for him, but you don't.", I reply. "I DON'T NEED YOU TO CONSOLE ME!", Skylar screams. You're yelling really loudly, and you locked yourself in our room after putting your relationship on hold. That's pretty much the complete opposite of fine. Why is she being so stubborn about this? "What DO you need then?!", I shout back. I'm slowly starting to get tired of this. If she would just, OPEN THE GOD DAMN DOOR, we wouldn't have to yell back and forth. "I NEED TO BE LEFT ALONE! I need some time! You can 'help' me all you want later!", Skylar says. I sigh, for like the 1,000th time. Maybe I should leave her be, and come back later? "Fine, I'll come check on you later! If you just answer 1 question for me!", I reply. 10 minutes is enough time alone, right? "Fine, what's your question?!", Skylar asks. "What happened at the restaurant?!", I question. I've been dying to hear her side of the story, WITHOUT INTERRUPTIONS. "Oliver and I were eating lunch, and everything was going great! Until this guy walked up to our table! He started flirting with me! Which I wasn't really used to! I'm just usually just used to Oliver hitting on me! I wasn't interested, but I didn't want to be rude or hurt his feelings! I was polite to him! Then he wrote his phone number on a napkin, and left it on the table! Oliver was quiet the entire time that guy was talking to me! I figured that if it had bothered him, he would've said something about it! I never wanted to hurt him!", Skylar says.

I wish random guys would hit on me. I wonder if he was cute? I quickly shake my head. Now's not the time for this, Bree! "It wasn't your fault! You didn't do anything wrong! Okay, well, I guess I'll leave you alone, for now!", I say. "Thank you!", Skylar replies. It really wasn't her fault. Should she have told the guy she had a boyfriend? Well yeah. It wasn't Oliver's fault either though. I would've gotten mad if I was in his shoes. Was it right for him to take his emotions out on Skylar? Obviously not. This is a mess, but it's fixable. They just need to CALMLY talk things out. "You're welcome!", I say. I turn around, and walk down the hallway and down the stairs. I walk into the living room, and see Kaz and Oliver watching TV. Oliver's snuggled next to Kaz, with his head's resting on Kaz's shoulder. While Kaz has his arm wrapped around Oliver's shoulders. I just dealt with a very emotionally hurt Skylar. I don't think I could handle a heart broken Oliver too right now. I enter the hyperlift, and go down to HQ. Chase's probably back down there to work on his gun again. I really want to ask him what happened with Oliver. Plus, I was kind of hoping he'd let me help him again. I know it's stupid, but I can't help it. I really need to ditch these weird feelings. If I could just avoid him for a few days, I'd probably be fine. Although that seems pretty impossible right now. Kaz'll be sticking to Oliver like glue, and Skylar's isolating herself from the world. So either I sit alone like a hermit, do dumb guy stuff with fire and ice, or I hang out with Chase. I don't plan on being a hermit any time soon, and I don't feel like crashing the duo's bro time right now. So hanging out with Chase, is my only option at the moment.

Chase's POV:

I enter HQ, and proceed to make my way over to my work station. Today's been, eventful. I took Bree's favorite yogurt, and she gave me an erection. I realized that Bree's actually really attractive. Skylar and Oliver went out on a lunch date. Bree was oddly clingy and desperate to watch a movie with me. She wanted to help me finish my immobilization gun. I'm just about finished with my immobilization gun. Skylar and Oliver had a huge fight in the living room, and are currently on a break... I lost my current train of thought when I heard the hyperlift open. I look up to see Bree. I feel my heart rate increase. Bree and I make eye contact, and she flashes me a warm and genuine smile. I return the gesture, and feel my face start to heat up. Bree super speeds over to me, and looks at my progress. "Did you finish the gun yet?", Bree asks. Why does she have an interest in my work all of a sudden? I don't get it. "I was just finishing it up.", I reply. Bree looks at me, and almost looks, hopeful. "Can I help you again?", Bree asks. I quirk my brow at her. She came down here to HELP ME again? She's been acting weird ALL DAY, and I don't know what's caused it. "Um, sure.", I slowly say. We work in silence for a few minutes before she asks me, "How'd it go with Oliver?" That's probably the REAL REASON she came down here. To gossip about the Skylar and Oliver. "He's upset about what happened, but he'll recover.", I respond. I don't really want to gossip about our friends' relationship drama. I suppose I'm a tad disappointed that that's the reason she came down here to see me. "I went upstairs to talk to Skylar earlier, but she locked me out of our room. She said she'd talk to me later because she wanted to be alone right now, and I could tell that she was really hurting.", Bree says. I figured as much. I continue to work in silence for a few more minutes, before Bree speaks again. "I really like spending time with you, Chase.", Bree softly says. I almost drop the tools I'm holding when she says this. SINCE WHEN? I feel strangely tingly inside. Can I please just make it through the day without anything else happening?