Chapter Fourteen: Phil's POV*

Dan's been acting really weird since Thursday, and I don't think it's because old memories are coming back. It's like he acted before he blanked my a while ago and I'm scared. Surely it can't be another misunderstanding! 

Whenever I try talk to him he's always daydreaming and answering in short replies. The weird thing is though, he can always seem to hold a conversation with PJ and I can't help feel ... jealous. Chris has noticed too and is getting quite protective of PJ. 

Whenever he sees them starting a deep conversation Chris walks over and wraps his arm round PJ's waist as if to say "He's mine". It's quite depressing ... I mean I know I'm going out with Jack but the fact that Dan could be crushing on PJ even though he's taken ... still hurts. 

Whenever Chris confronts PJ about it, PJ only says they're normal conversations and Dan sometimes asks him for advice. He won't tell us what for and I know I always scowl when I see them talking. Didn't Dan used to come to me for advice?

I glared into my mirror then shook it off. I had a date to attend and I wanted to look decent. Maybe Jack could take my mind off Dan for a few hours, I know it won't be completely but enough to have some fun. After twenty minutes there was a knock on the door and I gulped, taking a deep breath. It was my first date ... with a boy. 

It sounded strangely unsatisfying that it wasn't with Dan- stop it! Jack worked up the courage to ask you out and you're being selfish and pining over a lost cause. I jumped up and ran down the stairs to the door, yelling a quick goodbye to my mum.

"Hey." Jack's beaming face said from behind the door.

"Hi." I smiled shyly and closed the door behind me. Jack had sent me sweet texts but nothing too suggestive. It was quite cute because he sounded so timid even in words. 

"We're just going for pizza, sorry it's nothing special." He blushed, walking beside me to his car.

"That's fine, I don't like anything too fancy anyway." I reassured him. He grinned and got into the driver's seat whilst I hopped into the passenger's. We drove in comfortable silence and listened to "Run Boy Run" by Woodkid. I hummed along quietly as Jack mouthed the words.

We both caught each other doing it and burst into giggles, deciding to sing along together.

Tomorrow is another day
And you won't have to hide away
You'll be a man, boy!
But for now it's time to run, it's time to run!

Run boy run! This ride is a journey to
Run boy run! The secret inside of you
Run boy run! This race is a prophecy
Run boy run! And disappear in the trees

Tomorrow is another day
And you won't have to hide away
You'll be a man, boy!
But for now it's time to run, it's time to run!

Tomorrow is another day
And when the night fades away
You'll be a man, boy!
But for now it's time to run, it's time to run!

We pulled up outside the pizza place and walked in, taking a nice comfy booth near the window and scanning the menus. I couldn't help feel slightly awkward, first dates are always weird I guess. When the waitress came I smiled, relieved that there wouldn't be any more awkward silence ... for now.

"Hey boys, what can I get ya?" She asked almost seductively. I eyed her curiously but shook my head and looked down to remember my choice. "Just a Margarita please." I replied.

"And you sweet cheeks?" She winked at Jack. For some reason I didn't feel jealous at all. I mean ... I didn't feel any possession yet however felt completely possessive over Dan. Damnit no Dan thoughts on your date Phil! I shook the thought off and watched as the waitress walked off with our orders.

"So Phil ..." Jack smiled his cute smile. I must admit though, that smile was heart melting.

Two Hours Later ...

It wasn't too bad, we were able to keep up conversation ... only it felt like we were friends more than ... well y'know, on a date. I just didn't feel attracted to Jack other than friend wise ... which made me feel guilty.

He drove us back to my house and walked me back to my door. I knew what was probably coming next and I was really nervous ... if I felt no spark then it was obvious that it wasn't meant to be. I gulped and turned round to Jack who once again looked nervous.

I urged him with my eyes, wanting to know if anything could happen between us. At least this way I'd be able to feel loved without hopefully chasing Dan forever. He bit his lip and breathed in before taking a large stride towards me and connecting our lips.

I'd be lying if I said it wasn't nice because it was nice and gentle. It didn't last long though and it felt wrong, I mean not completely, but ... just not the right person to be sharing it with.

"Look, Jack." I sighed, preparing myself for heart break. "Be honest did that feel right to you?" I asked.

He paused for a second. "No ... I guess not." He sighed.

"Exactly. Look you're a nice guy and everything but ..." I couldn't bring myself to say it.

"It's fine ... do you ... like someone else?" He asked. He looked slightly disappointed but he didn't look too broken up about it. Either he wasn't or he's VERY good at hiding it. 

"Sort of." I sighed.

"Sort of?" He mocked, a smirk playing on his lips and a quirk in his eyebrow.

"Okay, yes then. But it's useless so there's no bother." I waved off.

"Who is it? Maybe I could help?" He offered.

"Um ... don't tell anyone but ... it's Dan and I don't think you can." I sighed sadly.

"Dan hm .... I heard stuff about him and you." He smirked.

"None of it's true." I pointed out.

"Sure." Jack chuckled. "Anyway ... is he a jealous type?" Jack asked curiously.

"Why?" I asked. "And no ... I don't think he is. If your thinking what I think your thinking then it's not going to work. He doesn't even like me that way." I frowned.

"Want to put that theory to the test?" He asked.

".... fine." I hesitated. Oh god, what have I agreed to?

"Alright then ... I will be your fake boyfriend from now on." He beamed.

"Ugh, you just did this so you could be close to me." I smirked.

"Might be." He giggled and stuck his tongue out at me.

"Whatever, see you on Monday. Even if Dan is jealous, take it easy on him, he hasn't had the best past." I warn him.

"Don't worry, I'm not that shallow y'know." He pointed out.

"Oh no, I didn't think you were shallow!" I rushed.

"I'm just kidding Phil, see you on Monday." He winked and walked down to his car. I chuckled and shook my head. 

Well, this will be interesting. Now to see if Dan Howell is completely a lost cause...