30 Days [Janiel AU]

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Joey's POV

My heart flutters unexpectedly as the man introduces himself. He's charming; a sexy smirk playing on his lips. I bite my lip before smiling awkwardly, opening my door and gesturing for him to come inside. He flashes me a smile, stepping inside and looking around nonchalantly.

"What a lovely home." he compliments kindly. I blush, looking at my feet.

"Thank you, Daniel." I state quietly, testing out his name on my tongue. It's satisfying, if I do say so myself.

We walk inside, taking a seat at my dining room table. I scurry into the kitchen and grab us both some steaming hot tea, placing the drink in front of him.

"So, tell me about yourself Mr. Graceffa," Daniel says politely, a smirk playing on his lips. He stares at me intently which makes me feel almost as if he's studying every inch of my face.

"Well, I'm twenty-four years old. I live alone. My hobbies include hiking, biking, and going to the beach. I am a youtuber," I pause briefly, looking at his reaction. He simply smiles, nodding for me to continue, "meaning I make videos and post them on YouTube for a living."

Daniel smiles sweetly, seeming genuinely interested in me.

"Now tell me about you." I say, a small smile forming on my face.

"Well, I'm twenty-three years old. I also live alone. My hobbies are writing, hiking, and going to the gym. I am a high-end model, but don't worry, I don't fit the stereotypes." he laughs lightly, so I follow along. "I am also, in fact, gay."

As he says the last sentence, my stomach ties in knots. Did he say that for a reason? Is he interested in me? I shake the thoughts away, nodding slowly.

"Is that an issue for you?" he asks, raising one of his eyebrows.

I panic, shaking my head multiple times.

"No, of course not! I am as well. Gay, I mean." I stumble over my words. Daniel smiles at me, leaning back in his chair.

"You sound interesting, Joey Graceffa. I'd love to get to know you better." he states, standing up from his chair. I stand with him, following him towards the door.

"I'd like that." I reply. He nods curtly, opening my door and letting the warm breeze hit both of us.

"Coffee sometime? Or tea, whatever your preference." he asks, stepping out of my door.

"Coffee sounds fine with me." I smile and he nods.

"It's a date, then." he replies, causing me to blush.

"Y-Yeah. Come over later and we can figure it out?" I ask nervously, and all he does is nod before sprinting over to his house.

As I close my door, I let out a breath I didn't know I was holding in. Maybe now isn't the best time to let someone new in, but I need to live in the moment. Maybe this boy will be my saviour.

(a/n: how're you guys liking this so far? i am really excited!)