Stranger Danger

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71 Published 06.24.2020

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ROSEANNE

While James continuous to drive and Theo settles down on thighs, I use the opportunity to check the message that Nathan sent me.

Turning the phone on, I click on my brother's name.

Two New Messages from Nate

04:58 p.m.

You're going out?

Is it with that friend of yours?

Reading the messages, I give a quick glance to the boy next to me.

His eyes are focused on the road before us while his hands grip the steering wheel with a content look on his face.

I haven't told Nathan about James. The only thing he knows is about our friendship. But I have to tell him about who James is. I want him to know about this other especial person in my life, one who I happen to care for so deeply.

The reason behind my sudden happiness.

Looking down at my phone, I slide my fingers over the letters.

04:59 p.m.

Yeah, that's the one.

We are just going to Elven park, but I wanted to let you know.

05:00 p.m.

This friend of yours better take care of you. And if you stay out too late, please let me know. But thank you for letting me know.

Have you told mom or dad?

05:01 p.m.

No, not yet. I was going to do it just after I texted you.

05:02 p.m.

Don't worry about it, I'll let them know. You just have fun. Okay?

05:03 p.m.

Are you sure? I can just send them a quick message.

05:04 p.m.

I'm sure, Roseanne. Just focus on having fun with your friend.

I'm serious, have fun.

But don't have too much fun or I will hunt both of you down.

I'm not joking. You know I will.

05:05 p.m.

Fine, I will have fun, but not too much 😂. And Nate, I love you. ❤️❤️

05:06 p.m.

I love you too. 💕

My lips curve into a smile at his choice of heart and I look up with a warm feeling.

"You're happy." I look away from the front to find James staring at me.

There is a red glow casted on his face and I realise that it's the red light in front of us. Placing the phone on my thighs again, I nod.