Stitch These Wounds With Me Tonight

[Jinxx’s POV]

“Jess, as much as I would love to keep going, we need to cool it down a little.” I said with a little sadness to my voice.

“I want you Jeremy.”

God almighty those words from those red lips, swollen in proof of our passion for each other, will be the end of me.

“Please don’t take that wrong, I definitely want you too. I just think we need to get to know one another more and take it a bit slower. That way we appreciate what we have more.”
She slid off and was now lying next to me, entangling her feet with mine. She propped herself up on one hand and put the other on my chest.

“You’re right. I’ve had a thing for you for so long, I lose my head and fall into my fantasies I once held.”

“Fantasies? Care to elaborate?”

“A lady does not reveal her secrets.” She smirked.

I shifted, lying flat on my back with one arm under her. I looked to the ceiling.

“That’s okay, two can play at that game.” I shot back.

“Is that an admission of guilt to fantasizing of me?”

“No comment.” I grinned.

She let out a giggle and snuggled closer to me. We both sighed once she settled in.

“Can we just stay like this?” Jess asked.

“I have no problems with it.”

She put her head on my shoulder and absentmindedly began playing in my hair. It felt so nice.

“You’re going to put me to sleep Jess.”

“A nap with my boyfriend sounds nice.”

“So, my gorgeous girlfriend wants a nap with me? I think that can be arranged.” I pulled the covers over us, never letting her go.

She let out a small laugh, “It sounds so strange and so good to hear you call me that.”

“I love being able to call you that now.” I kissed the top of her head.

She kissed my cheek “Sleep tight babe.”

[Riley’s POV]

“CC, we’ve been at this for a while and I still don’t get it. I’m going to fail.”

“Maybe we just need a different approach.” He looked deep in thought.

[CC’s POV]

I felt really bad that Riley wasn’t understanding this one section on her math. How can I make her see it differently?

“I have an idea. ASHLEY, WE NEED YOUR HELP!”

“Whatever the idea, I hope it works.”

Ash came running in.

“What’s up?”

[Riley’s POV]

“For some reason, no matter how hard we try I can’t get this section down. It’s the only part
I’ve had problems with.”

CC looked to Ashley. “Ash, what if you explain this with terms you both like?”

“Sex isn’t going to help with the final CC.” I quipped.

“Not sex you damn nympho… We all heard last night by the way… Fashion.” He rolled his eyes.

CC handed Ashley the book he looked it over.

“I’ve got it from here CC.” Ash told him

“Thank you so, so much Christian I should be good to go on what we went over already.”

“You’re welcome Riles. Any time you need help just shout.” He said turning and walking out of the room.

Ash sat down behind me and wrapped his arms around my waist, and to my displeasure, putting the math book in my lap.

“So how are you going to make me understand this with you behind me? All I can think of with you this close is last night.”

“I can go sit over there, I’m just more comfortable with you here.” He said kissing my shoulder.

“Keep that up, and I’ll never figure it out, and I will fail.”

“I won’t let you fail.”

The confidence he has in me is radiating off of him.

“Think of this number as bolts of fabric you’ve got available,” he pointed to the beginning of
the problem, “this is the number is the amount of jackets you need to produce.”

“Okay, I’m still with you.”

As Ash continued something in my mind clicked into place and I understood it all.

“Oh my God, Ashley!”

Jake came downstairs, “At least do that in Riley’s room. There are other people in the house.
Sheesh!”

“Ha-ha Jakers, very funny. Ash just made me finally understand something that I hadn’t all semester. I think I have a fighting chance in Math now”

I leaned back and kissed him, “Thank you Ash!”

“What else are boyfriends for?” He asked.

“I don’t know, I don’t have one.” I retorted.

I know he wants to be with me, he just won’t actually ask me to be his, he’s just assuming I’m his. I so am, it’s just getting frustrating that he won’t just ask me. We both know I’d say yes, but that’s not the point. I got up and went to the kitchen for a drink.

I got a tumbler down and got my scotch stones out. I went to grab the bottle of whiskey and came up empty handed. I looked up, sure enough it was gone. As I turned to ask if anyone knew of the bottle’s whereabouts I saw Ashley pouring it into my glass.

I reached out to grab it, but he beat me to it. He took a long sip while staring me down, grinning like a madman.

“Not cool Purdy.” I shot him a death glare.

“You’re so fucking sexy with that look on your face.” He was slowly closing the gap between us.

Not saying a word, I grabbed the glass from his hands, I took a sip of the smooth contents.
Finishing the glass, I poured more.

“What’s wrong Riley?” He sounded worried.

“Nothing.” I replied as I stalked out into the game room to find Matt.

[Matt’s POV]

I was planning out the rest of the week here when a pissed looking Riley came in.

“Hey Matt, can someone run to the store? Jessa and I wanted to party even though we’re under house arrest.”

“Sure. Logan, who’s available for a store run?”

“Ben should be good to go. He’s not on patrol for a few hours. Write out your list and I’ll pass it on.”

“Thanks guys.”

I know something is wrong with her, she was good fifteen minutes ago when I went through the living room. I bet Ash has something to do with this.

[CC’s POV]

“Riles, what’s wrong?”

“I don’t want to talk about it. I’d rather plan out our little rave right now.”

“Want help?”

“Sure. I checked the liquor stash a few minutes ago and wrote what we needed down. Would
you mind checking the junk food supply?”

“Okie dokie. What else?”

“I need to reload my iPod with good music, but we can do that when Ben is at the store.”

“Where do you want to set it up at?”

“In the living room. We can move the furniture out into the garage.”

“Lighting?”

“Already in place. The living room has hidden neon lights, black lights and strobes. The switches are on the inside of the hall closet.”

“That’s fucking amazeballs! Here’s the junk food list. I’m going to go change, then I’ll be down to help clean up and set up.”

I went upstairs and find Ash.

[Ashley’s POV]

Riley is pissed, but what did I do or say wrong? I went to the room I was supposed to be staying in and sat on the bed. I took off my shirt and boots and laid back. I heard a knock and looked up.

“Hey man, what did you do to Riley? She looks hurt and upset and won’t talk to me about it.” CC asked.

“Last thing I said to her was a joke asking her what else boyfriends are for.”

“What did she say?”

“That she didn’t have… fuck.”

“I take it you haven’t made things official? I bet that’s why she’s pissed off.”

“I’ve got to go apologize. I’ll be back up here if I’m still in the dog house.”

“Be careful.”

[Matt’s POV]

“Here’s my list Matt. Thanks again. We need to let off some steam.”

“No problem Riley. You and Jess are like my kid sisters. I just want you two to be safe and happy.”

She gave me a huge hug and walked off.

“Ben, here’s the list and credit card. Looks like it shouldn’t be too bad of a trip.”

“I’ll be back as soon as I can.”

[CC’s POV]

I saw Riley go in to her room and Ash follow. I hope he’s fixing things. I swear for a ladies man, he is clueless about women sometimes.

“Andy, I need your help man!”

“Sure, what’s up?”

“We need to move the big furniture out in the garage and sweep the floors… We’re having a
party!”

“Is any of it going on the truck to LA?”

“No clue, but we can put it with the other stuff that’s out there that will be just in case.”

“Jake, Matt we need more hands!” Andy yelled.

Once there was four of us working on this, it took no time at all. I swept up while Andy found some streamers to hang. Matt went to pick up central command.

“I’m going to get a shower and chill for a bit, come get me if you need me.” Jake told us.
As soon as we were done with decorations, Ben walked back in.

“There is a bunch of stuff in the car still, but I had to park out in the yard a ways. I’ll bring it in the garage so you guys can take it in here.”

“Thanks man!” I called.

We got to work and getting things in from the garage while Andy put them up.

[Riley’s POV]

I had taken my glass of whiskey in my room and started to pull clothes out for our little party. I want to let Ashley know what could be his, if he’d bother to ask me out. In a few minutes, my closet had exploded into the rest of my room. I stared at my choices and decided to get a shower and think about them some more.

[Ashley’s POV]

I went to apologize to Riles and talk to her. The door was cracked open so I went in. It looked like a tornado ripped through her closet. I heard her shower running and decided not to bother her. Looking at her clothes, I picked out a look for her and put the rest away. I wrote a quick note and left it with her clothes on the bed and went out to help CC.

“What do you need me to do?”

“I need the karaoke machine brought in and set up against the wall by the stairs.”

“I’m on it.”

I dug out it out and wiped the dust off. With the amount of alcohol on the counter and this thing, we’re in for a hell of a night. I hope the girls can function for their exams tomorrow.

[Riley’s POV]

After I got out of the shower I wrapped up in a towel and decided to make my hair like a pinup. I got to work on that, making sure it would turn out perfect would take time. After I was finished, I texted Jinxx to make sure they were up and that Jess remembered about our rave night.

Riley – Did Jess tell you we are throwing a party tonight?

A few minutes later I got a response.

Jinxx – No. I guess we should get up and ready then. Want me to send Jess your way to get
ready?

Riley – Please. I need her help with makeup and she needs to wear something other than your clothes, or Christian’s clothes. LOL

Jinxx – She’ll be down in a few.

[Jinxx’s POV]

I put my phone back on the table and rolled back to my love.
“Baby, you need to wake up. Your party is in a little while and Riley needs your help.” I said in a hushed tone.

Jess stretched and wrapped her arms around me. “I almost forgot.” She yawned out.

“Better get a move on. She said she needs you to help with makeup and you can’t wear mine or CC’s clothes.” I laughed and kissed her gently.

“Alright, I’m on it.” She got out of the bed and left me in our room.

I jumped in the shower and went to dig out some clothes.

[Jessa’s POV]

I walked into Riley’s room and into the bathroom.

“The cavalry has arrived! Sit down and spill your guts while I paint.” She sat down at her vanity, I straddled her and got to work.

“Well, I’m sure you and the rest of the house heard me and Purdy Boy hooking up last night.”

“I didn’t, thank God! The boys did though. I’m going with you really enjoyed it. I don’t want details.” I laughed.

“That’s fine, all I’m going to say is HOLY FUCKING HELL!” She said with a huge grin.

“What else happened?”

“Well, he helped me study earlier, afterwards he made a comment. He asked me what else boyfriends are for. I told I don’t know, I didn’t have one. Then I walked out and got a drink.”

“Are you serious? What the fuck? I thought he’d make you two official by now. Jinxx already asked me. I thought that would never happen.”

Riley’s eyes shot open, “What?! That’s fucking amazing! JINXX!! GET IN HERE!!!”

We heard something hit the floor and the thunder of Jeremy running quickly down stairs and to us. The shut bedroom door flew open and hit the wall. Two seconds later he was in the bathroom.

“Are you two alright? What’s wrong?” He looked worried.

“The only thing wrong is that you asked my best friend out without my permission. You broke the code man.” Riley told him.

“Sorry babe, I let it slip.” I looked to him with an apologetic smile.

“I’m pretty sure they’ve all guessed. We’ve kind of been glued to one another. I just think we shouldn’t post anything official on social media for a while. I don’t want any more problems for you right now. Riley, I’m sorry I didn’t ask you.”

“It’s okay, I just wanted to mess with you.” She said

“Close your eyes Riley, I need to finish.” I told her.

“How are things with you and Ash?” Jinxx asked her.

“Maybe you can offer insight on the dilemma. As far as I’m concerned, he’s in hot water. He wants to act like a couple, said he wants to have a relationship with me, but he’s not tried to make anything official. I don’t think he was lying, I just don’t want to feel… used.” Riley’s voice revealing the hurt she felt.

“I don’t think he’s lying. I can see the feelings he has for you. You’re different than one of his flings. If you want, I can talk to him.”

“You’d do that for me?”

Jeremy nodded.

“Lips please” I told her.

I grabbed the lip liner and accidentally knocked the lip stain off the counter. It rolled all the way across the room.

“Jeremy, would you mind grabbing that for me?”

“Here babe. Need anything else before I head back up to finish getting ready?”

“Nope. We should be good. Thanks.”

“No problem. By the way Riley, I like the outfit you have on the bed. Ash should like that.” He said before walking out.

“There are like five. Which one are you talking about?” Riley asked.

“No, there’s definitely just one. Shorts with a black studded belt, some fishnets, a pair of boots, and a black corset.”

Riley gave me a confused look after Jeremy left.

“Did you pick it out for me Jess?”

“No. My guess is that a certain someone snuck in and picked it out for you.”

“Damn, that’s what I was getting out for you. I was going to wear my black pencil skirt with a black halter corset. Going for pinup perfection.”

“That will be perfect with your makeup.”

I got up off of Riley and let her have a look.

“Jessa, you’re amazing. Now start on your makeup, I’ll work on your hair.”

[CC’s POV]

“We’re good to go! Let the lockdown party begin!”

I hit play on my iPod and the music started blasting. The guys and I were already hanging out, we all seemed to opt for our wearing stage clothes we had brought. None of us knew what the girls were doing. They have been in Riley’s room for hours. They’ll have to come out eventually. Out of the middle of nowhere my phone started vibrating.

We need a drumroll for our entrance to this shindig! – Jess

I took the remote to the stereo out of my pocket and paused it before the next song.
Standing on the counter top I let out a loud whistle.

“Alright my house arrest cell mates, I’d like to welcome our lovely ladies to the party! Can I get a drumroll for their big reveal?” I shouted.

Everyone started to bang out a drum roll as I hit play on the stereo and Girls, Girls, Girls came on. The door swung open and Jessa came out looking to Jinxx, who had his jaw on the floor. Ash was looking around nervously for Riley. When she came out Ashley got up and all but ran to her.

[Ashley’s POV]

I raced to Riley’s side and scooped her up into my arms.

“Are you mad at me?”

She nodded.

“I’m sorry I upset you Riley. Can you forgive me?”

“I can’t stay mad at you Ash.”

“Did you see the note I left you?”

“No. Where did you put it?”

“It doesn’t matter. Before you and I party, can we talk?”

She nodded and pulled me into her room. I sat on the bed and pulled her between my legs holding her to me and started to apologize.

[Jessa’s POV]

“I take it you like my outfit?” I asked Jeremy.

“Most definitely. I think I prefer you in my shirts and your socks though.”

“That can be arranged later on.”

I took his hand and turned to the rest of the guys.

“Let’s get this party started! CC, we need drinks!” I shout over the music.

Ash and Riley to came over as CC poured the shots.

“Here’s to new beginnings with amazing friends!” I yelled and everyone downed their first shot.

I managed to keep up with CC and Ash for a while. Riley grabbed my hand and we headed into the living room to dance.