Summery:Michael had been your friends since childhood and growing up he developed a heavy crush on you unfortunately with him and his family moving away to California it made it hard for you to see him but he promised one day you’d both see each other again. Time went on you both did see each other, you came to stay in town for a week and a few days, while together you and Michael were really able to explore the feelings you couldn’t express through the phone.
Contains:distance, crush , confession, childhood friends, mentions of Joe, fluff, time skips, shy/jealous Michael.
A/N: I really feel as though this was all over the place but it sounded like a cute idea at the time, also this isn’t really proof read so if there’s spelling errors im sorry💔 but there could be a potential part 2
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Michael and his family had moved away from Indiana years ago and to be honest it was hard for the two of you. You both of course stayed in contact, when you were younger you’d call him and if you were Lucky Katherine would answer. You’d both talk for hours on hours on end, of course with Michael being in a group with his brothers it became harder to get in contact with him mainly because that money hungry jerk Joe Jackson. “He’s busy.” He’d say coldly before ending the calls, “prick” you’d always muttered.
As Michael got older he was able to call and answer you on his own without being too heavily monitored, he had recently been working on his own album he called it “off the wall” you liked it hyping him up while the both of you laughed like sneaky little kids. The most you’d hear from a Michael was when he needed company while writing down his ideas late at night, he’d stay on the line while listening to your soft breaths and shifting.
“You’re gonna be big Mj..”you mumbled softly, your eyes were already closed while the phone laid close to you, the receiving chord dangling from the nightstand to your bedside. Your lamp was dimly lit on reaching from the nightstand including the floor below it.
Michael laughed softly hearing the fatigue in your voice, it was only 11:51p.m for him but for you it was 2:51a.m. He hated that you’d ruin your sleep schedule just so he could have the joy of talking to you still nevertheless you’ve stated countless time that you didn’t care.
He was currently in the studio surrounded by papers and note books some papers were even balled up by the trash can from Michael missing it completely. Sighing softly he tapped his pen near the controls of the studio.
“I heard that” you inhaled deeply propping yourself up on one arm, “what’s on your mind, spit it out” you spoke up.
“It’s nothin…just miss seein you face to face..”he confessed softly. “Your voice would sound better in person rather than through this” he tapped the phone.
You huffed, smiling to yourself. He had been saying that for so long now you’ve been starting to think there’s something else behind just ‘missing your face’.
“I miss you too, Bambi” you heard him chuckle from the other end from the nickname.
“It’s really embarrassing when you call me that” it was a half truth, he loved it but also felt a little shy about it.
Feeling your energy come back you sat up completely picking up the phone placing it to your ear, you laughed. “I think it’s cute”
The night went on and you both managed to strike another conversation going on about the things you both did before he and his family moved away. After a while you felt tired again and plopped down on your pillow, eyes becoming heavy as sleep threatened to take you again.
“I promise I’ll see you soon, Quincy and I have been workin’ real hard on this album.”
“Day and night..?”you teased tiredly.
That made him chuckle, “Day and night, but shhh dont go around referencing it too much”
“Mhm..”you hummed softly.
Michael stayed on the phone while you slept doing a bit of cleaning up before grabbing the phone gently, painfully ending the call he really didn’t want to but he knew he should let you rest.
He smiled slyly to himself before answering. Knowing it was going to be you.
“You didn’t say goodnight..”
He huffed out a laugh from his nose, “good night silly girl”
A week had went by since the last time you spoke with Michael you eagerly checked your calendar the entire week so you wouldn’t forget his 21st birthday that was coming up.
You saved up enough money to visit him as a surprise for his upcoming birthday with the help of Janet and La Toya. So when you arrived there they help hid you until Michael came home.
Michael had stepped inside, sighing from the long day and immediately thought about calling you. Before he could though he was bombarded by his little sister Janet who had a big smile plastered on her face.
He sighed dramatically knowing she was probably up to know good.
“Hey Mikey, talked to your girlfriend lately” she teased.
“Shh!” He looked around feeling his cheeks warm up, “I’ve done told you time’n time again not say that, she’s not my girlfriend”
La Toya stepped in, “you sure talk about her like she is” she teased
“What’s goin’ on with you two?, normally you don’t tease me about her like this.” He raised a brow.
The two sisters exchanged knowing looks before looking back at Michael who was waiting expectingly. Mouthing the words “what”.Janet giggled and went upstairs towards him room, Michael followed a few steps behind with La Toya following in pursuit.
Meanwhile you were in Michael’s room wondering around, it was messy, toys and stuff animals including he’s off the wall albums were laying on the floor. You reached down to pick one up, you giggled a little. You froze upon hearing the door knob being twisted but when the door opened it was just Janet rushing in shutting the door quickly behind her.
“He’s comin’!” She panted a little.
“Shoot” you sat down the album and stood up, messing with your fro and clothes.
“Janet what are—” Michael pause with wide eyes when he saw you.
You both hadn’t seen each other in years, of course you’ve seen him and his brothers on T.V but on the other hand Michael hadn’t. He was taken aback by how beautiful you were. Janet looked back and forth at you both smiling proudly, slipping out the room.
“Long time no see”you smiled breaking the silence.
Michael was still in shock he opened his mouth but failed miserably at speaking any words, La Toya who was watching a little ways from down the hall cleared her throat. He glanced back at her before clearing his throat.
“It has…—i really wasnt expecting this”he laughed nervously.
You shook your head, stepping closer wrapping your arms around his neck into a tight embrace. He instantly hugged you back with the same tightness, tears began forming in your eyes as you felt surrealism of the moment.
“I missed you so much..”you murmured against his shoulder, your voice trembling slightly.
“I missed you more” he whispered softly, rubbing your back gently.
You smiled softly and pulled back enough just enough to look at him with your teary eyes, his face shifted into a bit of concern at seeing that.
“Ohh Your cryin’, he pulled you back into the embrace. “You’re gonna make me cry too, cut that out” he chuckled.
You laughed a little against his shoulder, after that exchange the rest of the family got to see you. Joe of course didn’t stick around long cause he really didn’t care too much, the entirety of the day was filled with Michael and his brothers as well as his sisters. You were shown around the house inside and out, you smirked seeing the pool.
“Don’t even think about it”Michael warned playfully.
“What if I am thinkin’ about it” you looked at him mischievously.
You rushed behind him threatening to push him into the pool, his brothers watched a laughed cheering you on. Tito came on behind you helping push Michael until he eventually fell in with a shout.
“Yes!” You turned your back, that was your first mistake.
Michael popped his head out the water jumping up to pull you in with him, you screamed so loud it echoed throughout the entire estate, Katherine even rushed outside to see what had happen. She quickly sighed in relief seeing it was just you and Michael having fun.
“Sorry!, I didn’t mean to disturb you miss Jackson!” You called out.
“Yeah keep it down” Michael mockingly teased you before splashing you with water, you retaliated splashing him back.
“Doo doo head!” You laughed, pulling him into a headlock.
The next thing to happen was the brothers jumping in with you both, water splashing everywhere just soaking the outside of the pool.
It was later in the day, Michael wanting alone time with you brought you into the studio. You smiled as you looked around noticing the pinned ideas and scattered paper.
“Didn’t clean up I see” you teased, strolling over to the chair he always sat him.
“I was too tired too” he admitted.
“You tired?, that’s a new one” you said jokingly, swaying side to side.
“real funny” he grabbed a spare chair sitting in front of you. “So..”
“Till your birthday—like I’ll be gone a few days after it” you replied. “That’s why I’m here I didn’t wanna miss your 21st” you added softly.
“You didn’t wanna miss my birthday” it wasn’t a question more so a repeated statement, it warmed his heart.
“Yeah and I brought a camera so we can have some memories for use to have before I leave”
You rolled the chair closer to him, and smiled. This week was going to be fun for the both of you, while you both were bonding all over again there was something that was really noticeable between the two of you.
Michael had held your hand many times before but this time it was different. His slender fingers wrapped around yours almost timidly but the feeling was familiar.
“Silly girl?” He teased softly.
You huffed a laugh, “you have a lot comin’ for you being so incredibly gifted, not too offend your brothers or nunthin”
“No no it’s ok, keep going” he encouraged holding his soft gaze.
“Ok” you smiled softly, “I’m proud of how far you’ve come…I’m hoping you’ll be able to start your own thing. Goin’ solo..”
His smile faltered slightly, “that’s sweet but it’ll be hard with Joe..”
“—Michael Joesph Jackson I don’t care..” you took both his hands. “You’re the talented one, you’re sweet and well spoken, thoughtful and handsome..charming”
He blushed and turned away, “stop it”
“Point is M, you’re growing up…you know what you want. Don’t let anyone stop you from taking it…even if it was me.”
He looked at you lovingly, “thank you, and you’re right I do know what I want”
“See and your brave” you tapped his cheek playfully making him dip his head smiling.
“Thank you..” he gently squeezes your hand.
“I’m so glad you’re here with me” he added softly.
Your head came to rest in his shoulder and Michael’s rested on yours in return, silence fell in the studio room. It was becoming late and you realized you didn’t mention you’d be staying here with him while in California.
“So..I didn’t think about where’d I’d sleep”
“You can take my room, I’ll sleep on the couch”
You looked at him, “Michael no I couldn’t do that”
“I’m not lettin’ you sleep on the couch girl” he sassed, he wasn’t taking no for an answer.
“Should’ve called you the sassiest Jackson”you mumbled.
He dipped his head laughing at your remark.
Later that night you settled into Michael’s bed, he leaned up against the door with his arms crossed. You couldn’t help but laugh.
He rolled his eyes laughing before approaching you and sitting on the edge of his bed.
“Mhm” the bed smelled so heavily of him it was intoxicating.
“Ok good, I’ll see you in the morning—”
“Are you sure I can’t just sleep in the living room with you-it’ll help me feel less bad”
He shook his head, “No you stay here”
“Hh fine fine, but tomorrow I’m in the living room with you”
“I’ll let you have it” he smiled standing up, swiftly making his way towards the door.
Michael quietly left the room shutting the door with a soft thud but he nearly almost saw God when he was face to face with Tito, he rolled his eyes annoyed. Tito just smirked.
“Lettin’ her sleep in your bed on the first night Mike?” Tito tease letting out a soft low whistle.
“Get your head out the gutter will you?, im takin’ the couch. I want her to be comfortable.” he replied almost sternly before walking past him, he knew this would eventually happen. His brothers were going to mess with him until you leave back to Indiana.
“Y’know Mike” Tito followed, “we know you gotta little crush on her, right?”
Michael didn’t answer as he hurriedly descended down the stairs to get away from him, Tito just laughed and followed doing his best to not make too much of a disturbance.
“I’ll take that as a yes, since you’re not answering”
“What’s it to you?” Michael questioned.
“Maybe I just wanna help out my little brother”
“Ok” Tito put his hands up in mock surrender, “but I’d make up my mind if I were you”
Michael furrowed his brows, “what are you talkin’ about?”
“You’re not the only one” he walked away smirking, “sleep well Mikey”
Michael just blinked in disbelief before laying his head down on the cushions, his body sinking comfortably into the couch. Was this some sort of prank?. He could only shake his head not wanting the thought to keep him up all night. He better not do anything ridiculous.
The following morning you got up early, you were still trying to adjust to the different time zones. You shuffle out of the bed leaving Michael’s room, the house was silent with only the sounds of your footsteps breaking the silence. You went downstairs looking around until you saw Michael’s sleeping form.
“Do you normally watch people sleep” a quiet voice called out from behind.
You jumped turning around quickly to be met with Jermaine standing on the other end of the room. A sigh of relief left you as you walked over to him.
“What are you doing up?” You whispered.
“I could ask you the same, i was thirsty” he shook the glass of water gently in his hand. “Now you answer my question” he added.
Your hands came to rest in yours hips, “in my defense im still adjusting to the time zones”
“Oh yeah” he chuckled. “So…any plans for the day or”
“Whatever Michael’s doin”, you glanced back over to where Michael was sleeping.
“So you came out here to just be cooped up on my little brother all day?” He stifled a laugh.
You felt slightly offended by that, “im sorry I didn’t get any phone calls from you all these years”
“—actually ive occasionally have said happy birthday, and it ain’t my fault he wanna be takin’ your attention most the time” he defended.
“I did come out here for Michael especially since his birthday is coming up” you started walking away, “you should be supportive to him wanting to start a solo career.” You added.
“Y’heard me.” You shot back.
You respected everyone in Michael’s family, but you didn’t stand for ignorance and negligence when it came to Michael, he was such a sweet soul so hearing him calm you from time to time sobbing from Joe especially Joe hurt a lot. Being so far away all you could do was comfort him with words but now that your hear that would be different much different.
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