Light in the Dark

Four

"Are you out of your mind?"

"Whoa, you speak Spanish?"

"Exactly my point, we don't even know enough about each other to pull this off."

"That's what one aspect of a relationship is about sweetheart, to learn about the person you're with and yada yada."

"I should fucking kill you."

"I'm pretty sure I heard fucking in there somewhere so I'm going to assume that you decided to stop fighting your desires." He wiggled his eyebrows which earned him a smack to the back of his head.

"Okay so let's back up. You're not terrible to look at I suppose, so why me? You could literally have anybody."

"I'm not sure if that was a compliment or not... but long story short, my family is sick of my shit and thinks that a girl will settle me down. I choose you because we're friends sorta and I know won't you think that there's seriously anything going on between us while we're doing this."

"This is so juvenile."

He widened his eyes and clasped his hands together in what I think is supposed to be a puppy dog look. "So does that mean you'll agree?"

"I guess."

He raced over to hug me. I was about 5'6 so when he pulled me into a hug I couldn't help but think how perfectly we fit together. My face nuzzled into his neck as our arms wrapped around each other. Whatever cologne he was wearing put me in a daze. It felt like I was in his arms for hours when in all reality, it was a few seconds before we pulled away. I could've sworn that I saw his cheeks flush but that could've been my imagination.

"Do you wanna pop some popcorn while I pick a movie?" I nodded, thankful for the distraction.

Cut it out Connie, this isn't a real relationship

****

3:38pm 1 new text from Michael ❤️

For whatever reason he argued that his name in my phone should be something cute, just in case someone questioned the authenticity of out relationship. My argument that no one actually saw my phone didn't matter to him so I just settled for a red heart next to his name.

So I think we should go on a date

Are you asking me or telling me?

I'm sorry
Sweetheart, will you go on a date with me?

I'll have to figure out what I'm doing then I'll get back to you

😓
You're infuriating
Thanks babe

***

"I knew it! I knew you liked him you slag!"

"Slag? Have you been watching British shows with Maya again?"

"Don't change the subject, this is such a huge deal! I was wondering when you were going to join human life and participate in all its wonders."

It was true, I'm the complete definition of a home body. I never leave the house unless I absolutely have to, like to go to work.

"But seriously though Con, I'm really happy for you."

If only she knew the truth

***

"W- wow, you look great." Was the first thing he said when he picked me up Friday night. His face was definitely red.

I had on a simple pair of ripped boyfriend jeans, a black shirt, my black leather jacket and leopard flats. My hair was tossed in a top knot with a few pieces framing my face. I even put on some eyeliner and mascara on me and had my dog tags tucked under my shirt.

"Thank you."

"Okay kids have fun, don't do anything I wouldn't do!" Roxie said from the front door before closing it.

"Which basically means, anything goes." We laughed. I was actually surprised when he opened my door for me.

"So she wasn't offended when you told her we were dating? Ya know, cuz her and I almost hooked up." He asked as he pulled his BMW out of the driveway.

"Not at all. I don't date, like ever. So she's more happy for me than anything."

"You don't date? What's that supposed to mean?" He gasped. "Are you a virgin?"

"One, I'm not sure why you whispered the word virgin when we're the only people in the car, but no to answer that question. And two, you've seen what I do on Saturday nights. I don't get out, I'm not exactly a people person if you haven't noticed."

"Nope, I didn't notice at all."

"Keep it up with the sarcasm Trevors and I'll break up with you."

"We can't break up, I already told my parents we're engaged."

"What!"

"Kidding." Which got him a hard punch to the arm. "Ow! No hitting the driver! But seriously though, you're a great girl, anyone would be lucky to date you."

Thank goodness for tan skin I thought as I blushed.

"Good thing I have a boyfriend now." They couldn't help but laugh. "And I don't know, I'm a little messed up and people just make me anxious."

"Well, let's enjoy our date then."

My tone must've given it away, I really didn't want to talk about my baggage. Especially to him, he seems to have enough on his plate than to worry about my problems too.

Hopefully I can keep them wrapped up for as long as possible.