Head Over Heels - 𝖩𝖩 𝖬𝖺𝗒𝖻𝖺𝗇𝗄

21 | 𝔸𝕔𝕔𝕚𝕕𝕖𝕟𝕥

｡･ﾟﾟ･･ﾟﾟ･｡Chapter 21 ｡･ﾟﾟ･･ﾟﾟ･｡

Rixon's Cove was nestled in Outer Banks, surrounded by an abundance of trees. While the locale wasn't particularly remarkable, it was a popular haven for teenagers seeking refuge from their daily lives. Frankie and Kiara frequently escaped here, and whenever Summer and Caspian visited (which was quite rare), Frankie would take the two there.

Currently, the group of five teens were huddled around a small, crackling campfire, seeking warmth on this chilly evening. Frankie and Kiara had settled closer to the fire, but not too close, as their dresses weren't suitable for the cold weather. The guys - Pope and John B. - were sitting on the opposite side of the fire. Next to Frankie, JJ was tossing small twigs into the flames, his gaze seemingly unfocused on anything in particular.

"So..did I see you and JJ kiss or was i seeing things?" Kiara sudden asked, looking beside her to stare at Frankie.

"Wait they kissed?" Pope spoke glancing between Frankie and JJ for confirmation.

"Does that you both are dating now?" John B questioned the two, tilting his head.

Frankie shifted her gaze, turning her head to look at JJ. She studied his face, her brown eyes meeting his gaze. JJ glanced up, his smirk growing as he returned her stare. He chuckled and turned back to face the group, his arm snaking around Frankie's shoulder, pulling her closer to his side. "Oh, yeah," he quipped, "We're dating now. You see, it seems like Princess here couldn't resist my irresistible charm."

"Okay, that's enough, hun," Frankie interjected, her hand swiftly flying up to cover JJ's mouth. She shook her head, giving him a warning look. "Carry on talking, Jay and you won't be seeing me," she emphasized, making it clear that he was pushing his luck, which she was joking about it.

"Honestly, it was about time you two started dating," Kiara chimed in, her voice tinged with a fond smile as she watched the couple interact. "I'm really proud of both of you!" Frankie turned her gaze back to Kiara, uncovering JJ's mouth with a thankful smile. "Thanks, Kie," she replied, reaching out to squeeze the girl's hand in response.

"So, guys. So like, my dad's already gonna kill me. So what's this mandarin meeting about?" Pope asked, glancing over to John B searching for answers.

"Might as well tell him, man, before we're gaffed." JJ spoke, earning a confused look from Frankie.

"Tell us what exactly?" Frankie questioned.

"So, the gold never went down with the Royal Merchant." John B spoke up.

"Oh, my god. Here we go again with this." Pope sighed, already fed up with this.

"No. All right, wait. Hear him out, all right." JJ spoke quickly, causing Pope to stop taking.

"It's been here the whole time. It's on the island." John B smiled, glancing around the fire.

"Are you serious?" Kiara asked, "Oh my god!"

"This whole time we been searching for it and its been right here this whole time.." Frankie smiled.

"I'd like to voice my skepticism."

"I'm sure you would, Pope, but can I please present you with my evidence, sir?" John B stood up from where he was sat, walking over to where he placed his backpack. Opening it he pulled out a folded letters, turning back to face the group.