Chapter 3

Dylan's pov:

I looked over and saw Dean crying in Randy's arms. This was so heartbreaking to watch. Dean loved Lauren so much and he just lost his world. I felt Josie's hand on mine trying to comfort me. "I have no words to say" she quietly croaked. Lauren was also Josie's best friend and I can't imagine what she's going through. I wrapped my arms around her and pulled her close to me. Josie was my world, my life. I don't know what I'd ever do if I lost her. I knew that from the moment I saw her, that she was gonna be mine for life.

Josie's pov:

There was a strange chill in the air as the whole school mourned over Lauren. School dragged on for hours. I was struggling to focus. All I could think about was Lauren. She was my best friend and it hurt that she couldn't come to me when she was struggling instead of taking her life. I've been through depression and trust me, that shit isn't easy to deal with. But I got through it by the support of my friends and family. Dylan saw me at my best and my worst, but I'm so glad he stuck by my side through it all. The final bell rang and everyone exited the premises. I walked over to Randy who was stood at the gates motionless. "How's Dean?" I asked. Randy took a deep breath before facing me. "A mess. I'll walk him home so I know he's safe. I gotta go" he said walking away.

Randy's pov:

I watched as Dean emerged from the gates, his eyes bloodshot from all the tears. I have my own battles but right now, Dean needed his friends and family more than anything. "What are you doing here?" Dean asked. "Walking you home" I replied taking a hold of his hand. I have no idea what was happening, but every time we touched, there was a strange connection and I couldn't put my finger on it. I didn't wanna bring up my theory in case I was wrong. Plus Dean wasn't in the right headspace to deal with anything heavy right now. My thoughts were interrupted by a loud deafening scream across the street. I looked over and could see Josie in hysterics. She was trying to put on a brave face throughout the day, but it looks like she finally reached breaking point. Losing a close friend is hard but losing the one you love is even harder.

I looked at Dean as a tears escaped his beautiful green eyes. "I'm here if you ever need me buddy" I croaked wiping the tears from his eyes with my thumb. He held my hand on his cheek looking deep into my eyes.

Dylan's pov:

Josie tried to hold her grief in but I knew that eventually it was gonna come crashing down on her. She's always tried to be the strong one and take on other people's problems, but eventually, someone needs to come and help you carry the load. And I was glad I get to share her burden with her. Love is about partnership. You have the good days and the bad. When things get broken, you fix it not walk away. When things get tough, you support one another. And this is why me and Josie have been so strong for the last few years.

Dean's pov:

"Thanks for walking me home" I said before entering my home. I was greeted by my father standing in front of me. It was clear that the news about Lauren's death has spread beyond the school. "Mum's at work?" I asked heading into the front room. "Yeah" dad replied. I sat on the couch and turned on the telly trying to avoid the topic of conversation as much as possible but I felt the couch sink next to me. Here we go. "I'm not gonna sit there and pretend to know how you feel. But I'm always here if you need me" dad said in his quiet gentle voice. I wanted to hold the tears in but they were threatening to escape. I didn't want to look weak in front of my father. "Excuse me" I said getting up and leaving the room. I could not let dad see me crying.

Abraham's pov:

I knew that he was up there sobbing his eyes out. I can't even begin to imagine how heartbroken he is right now. You'd do anything to keep your children safe from things like that, but it's impossible. The world will always remind you that one day, your kids will grow up and you have to let them go. And that means being exposed to stuff like this.

Josie's pov:

"Anyone home?" I called clicking the door open. It seems like the house is empty. I took Dylan's hand and started to lead him away when "ahem" a voice boomed. I turned to find mum sternly looking at us with her arms folded. "Hi Mrs Jackson" Dylan sheepishly replied scratching his head. "Hello Dylan" mum said taking a deep breath taking a hold of my hands. "Are you ok hun?" she asked with concern over her face. I took a deep breath looking away. "I've just lost my best friend, what do you think?!" I snapped walking off.

Lilly's pov:

Well that was expected. My eyes darted back to Dylan who was stood there awkwardly. "I don't want any funny business while my daughter is in that state. If you ever hurt my daughter, I will cut off your balls and feed them to the sharks, got it?" I warned. "Got it" Dylan choked before walking off.

Dylan's pov:

I pushed the door open making my way into Josie's room. She was sat on the bed with tears running down her eyes. Grieving isn't easy and I don't even want to imagine how much pain she's in. I made my way to her bed and sat next to her. Her head leaned into my chest and she continued to sob. She cried for a good few minutes before putting her hands on my cheek. "I don't ever want to imagine what I'd do if I ever lost you" she said planting a sweet kiss on my lips. "Me neither" I replied before returned the kiss. Our kisses became more and more heated and the next thing you know, we were tearing each other's clothes off in ecstasy. Her sadness was suddenly replaced with a crave of hunger. Our hearts were beating in sync as we held each other close. Letting that love we shared ooze all over us.

Lilly's pov:

Well that's just disturbing. So much for funny business. Bloody teenagers. I made my way out into the garden trying to escape all that racket. Thank goodness Benny is at work or world war 3 would break out. Ever since me and Benny put our first son up for adoption, he's always been uptight Josie's romantic life. I'm a little bit more relaxed but let's just say I'm cautious. The reason we put him up for adoption was because we were both still at college and living on the poverty line. I accidentally got pregnant and we weren't ready yet. Me and Benny just don't wanna see her making the same mistake that we did and have your child hate you for it.

To be continued...