Unpretty

Chapter 4

"You're going to Homecoming Jayden? Jayden 'the cutest boy in our grade' Simmons asked you to homecoming?" Destiny squealed we were on our way to the mall from school. My mom set me up an appointment to get contacts tomorrow and gave me money to buy a dress today.

"Yeah Destiny why do you seem so shocked?" I asked

"I mean that's crazy. Why would he ask you and not me? I'm cute I'm one of the most popular girls in school since joining cheerleaders. I have a great fashion sense and he chose you? Not that there's anything wrong with you but it's me for crying out loud." She said

"Thanks Destiny. You surely know how to kill my vibe." I said side eyeing her.

"I'm sorry I'm sorry I'm happy for you I really am. I mean if it can't be me I'm happy it's you." She said

"You really mean that?" I asked my mood was already shot.

"Of course I do. You're my best friend and your happiness is important to me." She said

"Good I'm happy you feel that way. He's gonna meet us at the mall." I said.

"Why?" She asked

"Cause he wants to spend time with me." I said

"Again why?" She asked

"He's.... Your gonna be mad when I tell you." I said

"Never." She said

"He's my boyfriend." I said she stopped walking completely. I kept going. When she finally caught up to me she looked at me.

"Excuse me?" She said

"You heard me." I said simply

"How the... What the... When the.. What!!" She said I laughed a little.

"I'll explain come on." I said shaking my head. She looked at me sideways. Jealousy was seeping in her eyes.

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We got to the mall just as I finished explaining my situation with Jayden. She looked happy and sad at the same time. I kinda felt bad but I'm not putting anyone's happiness before mine. I'm putting myself first.

"Congratulations. You literally have the perfect boyfriend." She said

"Doesn't she? Hey bae." Jayden said wrapping his arm around my waist and kissing my cheek.

"Hey." I said smiling

"Y'all just got here?" He asked

"Yeah how bout you?" I asked

"Nah the boys and I been here. Want me to introduce you?" He asked pointing to a group of boys standing in front of H&M.

"If you want to." I said

"Come on bae." He said

"This is your girl? Damn bruh." One of his friends said

"Yeah chill man. Kiara, Destiny, this is Christian, Jaylon and Khalil. Guys this is my girl Kiara and her best friend Destiny." Jayden introduced

"Nice to meet you." I said shaking their hands.

"You too." Khalil said

"The pleasure is mine" Jaylon said

"Damn bae." Christian said holding my hand a little too long.

"Back off nigga." Jayden said intervening

"I'm just saying baby girl is fine and her girl ain't half bad either. You single?" Christian asked turning to Destiny. She smiled

"Yes but I'm not looking for a boyfriend." She said