a word of warning : j.w
brief summary: after coming out that you and jeff have been dating, you bump into his ex at an event and things don’t exactly go smoothly
word count: 1.5k requested: yes - by a lovely anon, thank you for the angsty idea! warnings: mentions of self worth, doubt, angst
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Despite the fact you’d been dating Jeff for almost a year, your friends only found out about it within the past two months whilst fans learnt a matter of days ago along with the rest of the world. You were both in a bubble of naivety, a state of pure bliss where no one could affect you or how you felt. But since the world found out about you, things changed drastically before your very eyes.
“Come on, it’s a night out.” David whines to everyone, glancing over toward you and Jeff as you remain buried in his arms, half asleep. “It could be your guys’ big night?” David suggests.
“Maybe.” Jeff mumbles, looking down at you as you rub your eyes, letting out a small yawn. “How ‘bout it, Y/n?”
You shrug your shoulder lightly. “I mean, why not.” You comment, seeing David resist the urge to fist bump into the air. “Could be fun.” You say to Jeff, who smiles back at you before kissing your forehead sweetly.
*
Walking into the club, Jeff refuses to let go of your hand. “Precious cargo, alright.” He muttered to you before you got inside, causing you to roll your eyes as you caught a glimpse of David filming the softer side that not many see of Jeff.
Immediately, you found yourself being dragged to the dance floor with Carly and Natalie. You’re aware Jeff is around as he brings the occasional drink to you like he always would, but now he was able to dance with you the way he’d want to.
The night was a laugh, Jeff had to help you into the Uber back to yours with the help of Heath. “She’s just a bit drunk, she’ll sober up by 6am.” Jeff tells Heath as you’re sat in the back of the Uber, trying your best to sit upright with the seatbelt on.
As Jeff slides into the seat next to you, you limply fall into him. “You’re so pretty.” You chuckle, poking his cheek as the Uber driver smiles to herself, pulling away from the club and all of your friends to whom you remain oblivious to having left behind.
Arriving back at your house, Jeff picks you up bridal style as he unlocks your front door. “Come on you,” He groans as he begins to walk up the stairs with you in his arms. “you gotta sleep this off.”
Pouting to him, you shake your head. “I don’t want to.” You say adamantly.
“You’ve got that event tomorrow afternoon, baby.” He reminds you, and you can’t help but roll your eyes and lean your head back, hitting it against the railings. “Oh, that’s not good.” Jeff sighs as you remain quiet, oblivious to the pain rushing through the back of your head.
Eventually, after a lot of resisting, Jeff helps you to bed. As you curl up into the sheets, you look around frantically. “Jeff?” You call out, unable to see him in the darkness.
Jeff shakes his head as he wraps an arm around you, hearing you squeal until he mutters your name. “I’m right here, okay?” He whispers into your ear, feeling you ease into his embrace. “I love you, Y/n.” He admits, and you tense momentarily.
“You, you do?” You ask in disbelief and you pause as Jeff removes his arm from around you, leaning over and turning the lamp on so he can see you properly.
Squinting from the sudden light, you shuffle to face Jeff as he focuses on your features. His hand reaches out and rests on your cheek. “I really do, crazy, right?” He chuckles, and you can’t help but nod.
“If it helps, Jeff.” You start, moving closer toward him. “I love you too.”
*
Rubbing your temples, you nurse the bottle of water provided as you take your seat alongside Kristen. “How do you look so good after last night?” You question, seeing Kristen looking as if last night was a total breeze.
“Maybe because I didn’t do an entire bottle of Tequila shots?” She retorts with a small smile, nudging you playfully before the last few guests arrive. “Oh no,” Kristen mutters, looking across the room to see Cierra and a few others walk in.
“What?” You glance up at Kristen, quickly following her line of vision directed at none other than Jeff’s ex. “For fuck sake.” You groan internally, one thing that could worsen your hangover is an interaction with your boyfriend's ex.
“Welcome everyone, I’m glad you could all make it.” Averting your attention from Cierra’s way, you focus on the brand rep as she explains the new products in front of you.
As you listen, you can’t help but feel a pair of eyes burning into your head. “Just ignore her,” Kristen mutters, resting a hand on yours underneath the table and squeezes it lightly.
You remain composed, listening throughout and taking photos and Instagram stories until it’s appropriate to leave. “I need a fat coffee.” You joke to Kristen as you both head out of the building.
“Hey, Y/n?” You roll your eyes before turning around, forcing a smile as Cierra walks over and gives you a hug, throwing you off slightly as she steps back. “So good to see you, how’s your head? I saw the stories from last night.”
“No complaints so far,” You laugh, but Cierra merely flashes a curt smile. “I didn’t know you were coming today, but it’s nice to see you.” You say, hoping the interaction will be short-lived and you can be on your way.
“Yeah, it was a last-minute thing. I saw that you and Jeff are official, congrats on locking down that wild one.” She laughs, and her friends join in whilst you and Kristen remain quiet.
“Well, not really hard to lock him down if we’re actually in love.” You comment, and Cierra’s smile drops.
She hums to herself before stepping closer. “Just be careful, alright? Guys like Jeff don’t end up with girls like you.” She mutters before stepping away and flashing that faux smile. “It was nice to see you guys!” She walks off after that, leaving you stood still in a stunned state.
“Everything okay?” Kristen asks, resting a hand on your arm.
Snapping out of your daze, you nod. “Now I definitely need a fat coffee.” You joke, uneasily as you walk back to your car, unable to shake Cierra’s comment from your thoughts.
*
Kristen leaves you at David’s house as she heads back home, leaving you alone with the weight of Cierra’s words and facing Jeff as you open the front door.
“Hey, Y/n? How was the event?” Jeff stands up after hearing David mention your name and walks over, wrapping you in his arms.
He looks down, seeing you keep a straight face, missing your usual smile. “You okay?” Jeff mutters to you, watching as you force a nod. “Let’s go outside, yeah?” Jeff guides you outside, without a chance for you to respond.
As the door closes behind you both, you exhale deeply as you still keep a tight grip on your almost empty bottle of water.
“What’s wrong, did I do something?” Jeff questions, watching as you collapse down onto the driveway.
“Cierra was at the event.” You speak up, unaware of the sudden surge of anger pumping through Jeff as your gaze remains fixated on your feet. “She erm, said some things.” You glance up, noting Jeff’s clenched fists and tightened jaw.
“She said something to you?” Jeff repeats your words as you nod. “What did she say to you? Because she’s just jealous, you know that, right?” He paces around whilst you rub your face in your hands.
“She said guys like you don’t end up with girls like me.” You tell him, hearing it through her lips and the tone they provided.
Jeff kneels down in front of you, his left hand resting on your thigh. “You don’t believe that, do you?” He asks, scanning your features as uncertainty crosses them and you shrug. “She’s just trying to mess with us, Y/n. Don’t let her win.”
You sigh deeply. “I don’t want to believe her, Jeff. It’s just, it hurt. Like, we are different species of women, Cierra and I that is.” You explain.
“I know, and that’s what I love about you. You’re the opposite of her.” Jeff interrupts. “Don’t let her words tear you down baby, you mean too much to me to let her ruin things.”
“I’ll be fine.” You assure Jeff as you slowly stand up, Jeff helping you to your feet. “Just threw me off that’s all.” You wrap your arms around Jeff’s torso, resting your head against his chest. “Trust me, I’m not going anywhere any time soon.”
Jeff smiles to himself before resting his chin on the top of your head. “Good, ‘cause neither do I.”








