Dedicated to got7kiwilover2003

Jackson's POV

Yesterday was probably one of the best days of my entire life. I guessed it really lifted my spirits up when I saw Riannon there, cheering us on. I just couldn't contain my happiness thinking about last night's show as I sang happily while changing to my casual attire. I was invited to a barbeque party with a couple of friends and I had to leave in a bit. But first, I needed to make a quick stop by her place to pick her up. I might have purposely forgotten to inform her beforehand but I'd deal with that when I get to her place. I knew there was a high chance she would refuse if I just called her.

20 minutes later and I'm in front of the doorstep of her apartment. I rang the doorbell, a second later, hearing a crash and a loud meow from the other side of the door followed by a curse.

I was laughing as she opened it, a disgruntled look on her face.

'Jackson? What are you doing here?' She looked like she just got out of bed with her messy hair and cute pajamas on.

'Tripped by the cat?' I asked, still trying to contain my laughter.

'Yeah something like that.' She runs her hand through her hair as she turns back and looked at her cat perched on the couch staring back at us with that mischievous yet innocent 'I did nothing at all' look.

'Come in.' She offered.

'Oh we're gonna be late. You're coming to a barbeque party with me.'

'Say what??'

'Bar-be-que paar-tay.'

'I heard you! I heard you! I mean how come all of a sudden? Why didn't you tell me earlier? Why now? Why me?'

'Because I want you to.'

'But I don't wanna.'

'Oh come on! I came all this way. So pleaaasee pweety please accompany me since I don't wanna go alone.' Giving her those puppy eyes again.

'Nope! No way I'm gonna fall for that twice.'

'Pleeeeaaaaasssseeee.' I begged as I wrapped both of her hands in mine with a sad look on my face.

She sighed.

I mentally gave myself a high five knowing I already won.

'Fine! But aren't other people gonna be there?'

'Of course there are. It's called a party for a reason.'

'No you doofus. I meant other, you know, important people ? I really do not want to make a fool of myself and I won't really be comfortable at all.'

'Oh Nah, only a few of my other friends will be there. Maybe only Henry and Namjoon might be present but they're okay. You'll like them.' I convinced her.

'If you say so.' She let's out another sigh and freed her hands from mine. I didn't even realise I was still holding on to them.

'Now go! Move your butt and get dressed before I drag your disheveled self to the party.'

'I'm going. I'm going already.' She groaned as she headed for her room.
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10 minutes later and we were on our way again. I kept on taking glances at her even though I was driving, trying to catch her attention. Just 5 minutes ago, I had to wrestle the mask out of her hand before we left and I kept it the back pocket of my pants, earning a silent treatment from her end. But she honestly looked even more cute when she was mad.

'You look beautiful. You don't need that tonight or any other day for that matter. If you keep wearing them, I'll only keep snatching them away. And I am quite persistent.' I said, sending a wink her way.

She only stuck her tongue out at me and turned her head again to stare out the window. But I saw a hint of a smile on her face.

We arrived at my friend's place in a few minutes and as we got down, she looked quite nervous. I went to stand by her side and placed my hand on her back comfortingly.

'Don't worry. I'm here right? Let's go have fun. I wanna introduce you to some of my good friends.'

She only nodded as she stared ahead.

I guided her directly to the backyard since that was where the party was held. And the moment we entered, we were welcomed by the sound of loud music and people's laughter filled the air as they all were immersed in their games and conversations. I honestly didn't expect this many people to be here but I noticed they were all people I knew, most of them just my friends and their families.

I spotted Henry, Namjoon and the others near the fire. We walked towards them and as they saw us approaching, they waved their hands in the air excitedly.

'Hey guys!' I greeted them.

'What up? What up? What up Jackson?' Henry greeted. 'Ooh you brought your girlfriend along? She's pretty!'

'No..eh..no..I mean, she..is not, you know, my girlfriend .'  I stammered.

Why am I the one nervous all of a sudden now?

'This is my friend. Guys this is Riannon, Riannon meet my friends Namjoon, Dave, Sungmin, Minhyuk and that idiot there Henry.'

'She isn't your girlfriend ? Well then Hey there! Pretty lady. How about we get to know each other more?' He extended his hand out while giving his most charming smile.

'Oh shut it Henry. Ignore this idiot. He lacks at socialising properly with girls. Hi, I'm Namjoon. Pleased to meet you.' Namjoon interjected and the others greeted her as well.

'Pleasure to meet you too.' She smiles back.

'Come on guys,' Minhyuk stood up. 'We should start grilling the meat. People are getting hungry. You guys wanna help?'

'Yeah sure thing,' we both replied.

We went to the barbeque area set up at the corner of the yard and started our work. Everybody were doing their best to make Riannon feel comfortable without me even telling them. She seemed more at ease as she grilled the meat over the fire and   laughing at something Sungmin said. I was happy to see that she was adjusting well around new people already.

We were done with the first batch but the food we prepared was getting over just as quickly as people kept on coming back for second helpings.

'Jackson! Go get more meat from the freezer will ya? We need more for us as well.' Dave shouted over his shoulders as he was lining up more plates.

'Yeah sure.' I headed over to the house and got the meat.

As I stepped outside again, my eyes immediately found it's way to Riannon as usual and I couldn't help the smile that made it's way to my face every time I looked at her. But that happy feeling was immediately replaced by something else when I saw Henry standing next to her and flirting with her while she was completely oblivious to his tactics, too focused on the meat in front of her.

He placed his hand on her waist and was drawing his face nearer to her's.

The action ignited something inside of me and I stormed my way towards him.

Just what the hell does he think he's doing?!!