Jake Grey

I work in Finance, I love money and the pleasures money brings.

[bristolhq]

jake—grey‌:

“I tried everything. We’re really locked in here. I know it sucks but try to remain calm. He placed his hand on her shoulder. “I promise we will get out of here soon. I don’t believe The Informer by the way. Whatever you feel should come directly from you. Everything else is irrelevant.”

Gabriella sighed. “Fantastic.” She mumbled, shaking her head. “It’s not important right now…and it doesn’t matter what I feel about anyone right now. I’m pregnant and that’s all I can worry about right now.” She commented. 

[jake---grey]

“I understand that. We can just ignore what the Informer said until you want to talk. Uh I know this is an awkward time to ask but does the father know about the baby?”

[bristolhq]

@jake—grey

“Does anyone know how we can get out of here yet?” Gabriella asked. “I don’t want to be here for when the Informer decides to drop more crap about people.”

[jake---grey]

“I tried everything. We’re really locked in here. I know it sucks but try to remain calm. He placed his hand on her shoulder. “I promise we will get out of here soon. I don’t believe The Informer by the way. Whatever you feel should come directly from you. Everything else is irrelevant.”

[jake---grey]

@gabriellaxsantiago

Gabriella chuckled at him before giving him a smile. “As sweet and charming as you are, I still don’t mind.” She replied before shutting the door behind her. “You would still be an amazing man.” Gabi winked, setting the bag she had on the counter. “I didn’t know you’d need all that for food. AS you can see, I just get mine delivered.”

Jake smirked when she called him sweet and charming. “Who knew you would ever refer to me as “sweet” and “charming” I think the hormones are affecting you.” He said teasingly and winked at her. “Not as amazing as you though.” He walked to the counter and took the ingredients out of the bag. “Okay this might surprise you but you actually have to use all of this to make a meal. Isn’t that the most mind blowing thing you ever heard?” He laughed as he took out an onion and held it out in front of her. “Do you know what this is?” He asked with a straight face. 

[isabellabradshaw--xo]

@jake—grey​

I think in reality the presence of flaws can be perfect in its own way. It’s been an interesting path to be where I am now but it was necessary. Well I would be honored to cook you dinner tonight. Is there anything you want in particular?

You really must be this new Jake version already cause it’s hard to argue when you talk like that.  I can’t wait to see what else you’re going to surprise me with now.  Whatever your specialty is, that’s what I want for dinner tonight.

[jake---grey]

@isabellabradshaw--xo

You really must be this new Jake version already cause it’s hard to argue when you talk like that.  I can’t wait to see what else you’re going to surprise me with now.  Whatever your specialty is, that’s what I want for dinner tonight.

Hmm well I’m glad you like the new version. Jake 2.0. I cook a lot of different things, but I’m thinking Chinese could be good tonight...uhh I’ll make you Kung Pao chicken. How does that sound? I seem to be cooking for people a lot lately cause over Christmas I cooked for Gabriella. That was a fun day.

[isabellabradshaw--xo]

@jake—grey

That’s true but you’re one of the only ones who come close to it. I’m trying to be a better person. I will always be…me but maybe I won’t be as selfish in the future. Would you like me to cook for you? Or would you prefer a restaurant?

Now I know that’s not true.  I appreciate the compliment but there are girls out there who actually have.. things together.  Well I’m interested in this better Jake version then.  Considering I didn’t know you could cook, I’m going to take you up on that offer instead of the restaurant.

[jake---grey]

I think in reality the presence of flaws can be perfect in its own way. It's been an interesting path to be where I am now but it was necessary. Well I would be honored to cook you dinner tonight. Is there anything you want in particular?

[isabellabradshaw--xo]

@jake–grey

I guess you can’t see how perfect you are compared to me. A new normal? That could be something we could do. Maybe part of this new normal could start with a dinner?.

I’m definitely not perfect but no one really is.  You are a good person, Jake.  I wish you could see you the way I do.  Dinner sounds like a good start to this new normal.

[jake---grey]

That's true but you're one of the only ones who come close to it. I'm trying to be a better person. I will always be...me but maybe I won't be as selfish in the future. Would you like me to cook for you? Or would you prefer a restaurant?

[bristolhq]

Gabriella took a couple hours to get dressed and make sure her place was clean before Jake came over. The two of them was spending Christmas together and she knew that it would be fun, the two were friends but with her crush, she was also nervous to be spending time alone with him but she wasn’t going to think about it. It was Christmas after all and she didn’t have to spend it alone now. 

Once everything was done, she heard a knock on the door and she opened it to see Jake standing there. Giving him a soft smile, she stepped aside to let him in. “Hey, come on in.” She told him before offering to help him with the bags in his hands. Even though he told her no, she still took a couple. “Hey, I’m pregnant, my arms and legs still work.” Gabi teased him. 

@jake—grey

[jake---grey]

Jake had been preparing all day for their Christmas dinner. He put on a sleek looking sweater with grey pants. For some reason he wanted to look good today. Gabriella was his closest friend but lately he couldn't deny the hint of underlying attraction between them.

He bought all the ingredients he needed to cook a Christmas meal at Gabriella's place. It was sweet of her to agree to spending an important day like Christmas with him. He smiled warmly when she opened the door and was surprised when she took the bags. "I know you're still very capable but what kind of man would I be to let a beautiful girl carry all the bags?" He knew that was flirty and he almost regretted it because he didn't want to lose his only real friend in Southvale.

[isabellabradshaw--xo]

@jake—grey

You did? I know I don’t really deserve having you in my life, Is. I understand that things can’t go back to how it was.

Stop that.  You always say that but I still don’t believe it.  Maybe things can’t go back to how it was but maybe we can find a new normal for us.

[jake---grey]

I guess you can't see how perfect you are compared to me. A new normal? That could be something we could do. Maybe part of this new normal could start with a dinner?.

[isabellabradshaw--xo]

@jake—grey

I thought you needed space after everything so I took a step back. I’m sorry to have worried you, Isabella.

I know.. I thought I needed it too.  But once you disappeared, I realized pretty quickly how much I actually need you around.

[jake---grey]

You did? I know I don't really deserve having you in my life, Is. I understand that things can't go back to how it was.

[isabellabradshaw--xo]

@jake—grey

Merry Christmas to you too, Isabella. You have? To be honest, I didn’t think you would miss me. I have missed you though.

Of course I have.  You disappeared on me for awhile there.  I was starting to worry.

[jake---grey]

I thought you needed space after everything so I took a step back. I'm sorry to have worried you, Isabella.

[jake---grey]

Phone Call | Jake and Isabella

@isabellabradshaw–xo

Hey.. it’s been awhile but it’s almost Christmas and I just thought I’d see how you were doing.

[isabellabradshaw--xo]

Hey.. it has been a long time.  Merry Christmas!  I’m doing alright.  I’ve missed you.

[jake---grey]

Merry Christmas to you too, Isabella. You have? To be honest, I didn't think you would miss me. I have missed you though.

[bristolhq]

jake—grey‌:

“That’s what I’m trying to figure out but it’s not surprising.” Jake gave her a sympathetic look. “Hmm seems like we’re both going to be alone this Christmas. I don’t know about you but I think that’s pathetic. Should we do Christmas together this year? I actually know how to cook.” 

“I’m sorry,” Gabriella told him with a soft smile before nodding. “Yeah, I usually am though, so it’s nothing new. I don’t think it’s pathetic, more so I’m used to it but I guess some people would find it sad.” She shrugged. “I wouldn’t mind spending Christmas with you though. I have been told I can be pretty fun, and well, I like to sing, so just warning you.” Gabi smiled. “You can? Awesome! Maybe you can show me a thing or to. I can help.”

[jake---grey]

"Well that's one way to look at it. I'll definitely miss the big Christmas party my parents have each year but sometimes you have to make new traditions." Jake smiled. "You're not the worst company so I'm sure I can deal with your singing. Well that's if you don't suck. It's a date then. I will see you soon." He paused when he realized he said date. "Uh forget the part where I called it a date."

[jake---grey]

Phone Call | Jake and Isabella

@isabellabradshaw--xo

Hey.. it's been awhile but it's almost Christmas and I just thought I'd see how you were doing.

[jake---grey]

gabriellaxsantiago

“How do you cancel Christmas?” Gabriella asked, shaking her head. “My parents are going on a cruise, so I understand having no family this year.”

“That’s what I’m trying to figure out but it’s not surprising.” Jake gave her a sympathetic look. “Hmm seems like we’re both going to be alone this Christmas. I don’t know about you but I think that’s pathetic. Should we do Christmas together this year? I actually know how to cook.” 

[jake---grey]

Want to hear something sad? My family cancelled Christmas this year.

[bristolhq]

“My dad’s extremely excited that he’s going to be a grandfather. He even told me not to worry about anything because he’ll help me. My mother, eh, well, it’s hard to tell with all that botox in her face. However, her mouth was quite clear..”

[jake---grey]

“So you told your parents? Your mom will come around, probably. At least you have one less thing to worry about now.” 

[bristolhq]

jake—grey‌:

“I guess most people want that at the end of the day. Sure, some people might judge you but once they get to know you they’ll see that there’s a lot more to you. I mean you’re able to see beneath the surface when it comes to me. I’m sure someone else can do the same for you.” Jake smiled a little. “Honestly I needed to hear some of that today. After the whole fiasco with Isabella, it was hard not to blame myself for everything.”

Gabriella nodded at him, although she couldn’t help but think that she wouldn’t mind him looking at her that way. Her crush was starting to get a tad ridiculous. “Yeah, of course. Well, like you said, when you get to know someone, sometimes their true selves are buried under the walls they build to keep people out.” The girl commented before looking over at him. “I know. You just have to learn not to beat yourself up. It’ll just make you feel worse about yourself.”

[jake---grey]

Jake nodded his head in agreement. "That's true. Next time you're talking to some dude you're interested in, tell him that because it shows you have depth. The walls protect us but it has its downsides." Jake realized that he didn't think she was shallow or vapid. In fact, he thought she was pretty and kind. He tried to shake those thoughts because she was the only real friend he had. "I didn't think my self-loathing could get any worse but it did. I just have to accept the fact that Isabella isn't impressed with me anymore. I hardly see her or talk to her. Maybe I should move on. I'll go on a date if you tell your one night stand that he is going to be a father. Does that sound like a fair deal?"