Love always wins

Task Two.

Not another word was spoken but he nodded his head and went into the bathroom. I quickly changed and just sat on the edge of the bed waiting for him. It was a long wait though he was out in five minutes saying "You take the bed I'll take the floor."

"Not going to happen Mr. Williams. You can sleep in the bed with me just stay on your side."

He smiled and did as I said and before I knew it I was out.

***

When I woke up I tried to get up but was pulled down by a heavy hand on my waist. I looked over at Alex and just smiled. I felt almost bad because I liked him more than I wanted to admit but I really hoped he didn't feel the same. I know I could die at any moment and I was not prepared to see another face look at me in pity.

"Alex, I said stay on your side." I said whale jabing him in the stomach.

"So aggressive."

"Get up, we have school."

"Oh that reminds me, meet me in the parking lot."

"Ok. Now can you move your huge hand that weighs like 50 pounds from my stomach?"

***

The rest of the morning went by without any problem and I felt normal. SO normal I couldn't help but smile.

The bell rang signaling the last period of the day. Which was good because I was so uncomfortable in the dress I was wearing. I stayed true to my word and so did Alex. It had been almost a week of wearing these clothes and I was dying. I got up from my seat thinking about how I hate the way you could see every bone in my body.

The dress was tight so that didn't help.

As I entered history I could see Alex in the seat next to where I usually sit so I smiled and walked over there.

"Hello, Mr. Williams."

"Hello, Elly."

"Are you ever going to tell me how you came up with that nickname?"

"No." He leans to my ear whispering "I like being the only one that calls you that. I better stay that way, Elly"

He pulled away with a huge smile on his face. I was about to freak because it seemed like you might like me but then again he's a player.

The rest of the class went by fast until there was 10 minutes left. Alex reached his hand over to my leg making small circles with his finger. It sent chills up my spin.

"What are you doing, Alex?" I whispered.

"You said you wanted fun and fun for me in this."

I smiled and enjoyed the hand on my thigh then the bell rang and I nearly jumped out of my seat.

I go to leave and don't even look at him. As I walk to my locker I can't help but think I did something wrong.

Out the doors I go, and into his car.

"Where are you going?"

"You ask so many questions. Just relax, we'll be there in about 15."

"Alex?"

"Yes?"

"Promise me something."

"Okaay, what am I promising?"

I stayed quiet for what felt like 5 minutes and put my hand on his arm that was resting in the center and whispered "Don't get too close to me." I pause but continue "I am going to leave eventually and I don't want you to be hurt."

I was dead silent for 5 more minutes then finally he said "We are all going to leave. We have one more year of college then we are off to college."

"It is more complicated than that."

"What is?"

"I can't tell you. I know it's probably a stupid question given that you are not closed to anyone but your friends. I just want to tell you."

He stays silent and says "Ok, I promise."

The rest of the ride was quite all I could hear was his and mine breathing.

"We are here."

I get out of the car and don't even ask where we are because he would probably just say 'see for yourself'.

We walked through the most beautiful shade of red doors and into a room that was filled with color. Almost like someone took a brush and painted the walls like it was a merul.

"Today we are crossing pottery off your list." His smile was so big it could melt the earth.

We walk further in and I guy meets us.

"You must be Alex and Gabriella. I can't wait to see what you make! Everyone else is here so find a seat and then will start."

We walk to the only two seats available and sit down.

"Hello everyone, My name is Chris for thoughts who don't know and today we are just going to start with a mug. So you should see a block of clay on the table next to you. It isn't too hard, so just do as I do and the next hour should be fun."

I watch as he picks up the clay so I do the same.

The tray thing starts to move when I press my foot on a button that looks like a car brake.

***

Like he said, it was pretty easy and really fun. I was almost done so I looked over at Alex and saw his focused face on. I couldn't help the smile that formed on my face.

"Okay everyone that concludes today's lesson. Just leave your mug where it is and I will call you when it's done."

I stand and turn to Alex. I like my arm in his and run out of the building.

"What are you doing Elly?"

"Having fun." I paused and stood right in front of his car door before I could hesitate. I asked "Alex, when you look at me how do you see me?"

"Like an annoying girl." he laughs but I interrupt.

"I mean could you see yourself kissing..." I stop and look at the floor. I hear him walk closer and I can't help but look up. Inches apart I look at his eyes then look down at his lips. I try to say something but I couldn't.

"Elly, the answer to your question is yes but if all you see when you look at me is a manwhore then why would you ask."

"Because Alex, like I said, I want fun and..."

"So you just want to be another girl added to my list?" he interrupts.

"No but for reasons I can't say I'm going to leave soon."

"Okay so say we where to do this what are the rules?"

"Rules?"

"Yes. Can we see other people? Are we friends with benefits or are you wanting to be more?"

"No. Yes. No."

He had a confused look on his face so I claraafind. "No, we can't see other people. Friends with benefits. Wanting more would get messy and not fun."

"Okay."

"Is that a yes or a no? Are you wanting to add something?"

"Its a yes."

I hold out my hand and say "Deal."

"Deal."