Wishing Wish

Convincing

A/N: Hey-lo pepz! This would be the longest chapter I've ever written so far, AND the most exciting. I would like to dedicate this chapter to KaraWachowski026 for her helpful comments on WW's previous chapters...Thank you so much!!! I hope you guys enjoy this chapter as much as I enjoyed writing it. Comments and Feedback are greatly appreciated. God Bless guys!! ^o^"

Surprisingly, I really liked Matt’s friends. Yeah, even the anti-social Ray who seemed to be annoyed at everything. They weren’t that bad. It was easier to be around them even though they were Matt’s closest friends ‘cause it’s not like they were there when Matt used to bully me. All four of them went to different high schools after all. I really wonder how they get to form a band back in high school. And how they get to meet and practice.

Anyway, they make it so easy being around them. They’re always pleasant – even Ray actually, in his own way – helpful and fun. Before I know it, it’s already 4 in the afternoon and we were already closing.

“We actually finished earlier than I thought.” Joe grinned as he pulled down the temporary roof. “It’s all thanks to you, Wish.”

“All I did was take orders.” I shook my head, grinning as I helped him roll the clothe.

“…and taught us the right way to grill the chicken and mix the spaghetti sauce and f–”

“Are you really sure you didn’t work as a waiter or something?!” Joe interrupted Nick’s rant and asked me again.

            I chuckled, “No, I didn’t. I told you, I’m just good with people.” Hmm. I remember working as a waiter once though, but that was just to spy someone for a client. As for cooking, when the twins are being lazy I have no choice but to cook. So yeah, I know basic stuff.

“You should hang around us, Wish. Then maybe so can rub some of that to Ray.” Nick snickered as Ray glared at his direction.

“I’m fine as I am.” Ray scowled at Nick, but the latter just laughed.

“Nick’s right, though, we should hang out more.” Smiled Joe. “You’re so fun to be around, and don’t lust over us every few seconds.”

“Full of yourself much?!” I giggled.

“I’m serious! It’s entertaining at first, but girls who would always throw themselves to you is not fun in the long run.” He made a face and I continued giggling. “Plus, you’re totally different from what Matt told us.”

            I stopped giggling and just stared at him. Matt talked about me?! Seriously?! “What’d he say?! I bet he was insulting me by saying what a loser I am and how I’m so gullible.” I meant it as a joke, even though I know that’s probably it. I don’t mind though, I accepted what I was before and am not ashamed of it.

“What?! No!” He looked at me like I’ve gone crazy. “Matt would never do that, he’s actually so i–”

“AND we have to go.” Matt suddenly exclaimed behind me, making me jump in surprise. He glared at Joe as I glared at him. “Come on, Anderson. Let’s go to Patty’s.”

“We can’t.” I frowned at him disapprovingly, suddenly realizing he just did it to interrupt Joe. “We have to help clean up.”

“It’s okay, Wish. We got this covered.” Nick smiled at me as he threw Matt a knowing smile.

“But–”

“Just go. You’ve helped enough.” Ray scowled rudely. But I was used to it by now; I know he’s not mean. Not really. “Go have your date.”

“We’re not going to have a date!” I glared at him.

“Aww. Come on, babe. Don’t say that.” Matt touched his chest and mocked hurt. Joe and Nick just snickered, as Ray rolled his eyes.