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“Y/N,” Aaliyah whined as she followed her friend around the room. “Y/N,” You huffed before moving to take your seat behind the desk. Aaliyah swore the seat in your office had moulded to your shape.
“It’s my sister’s wedding, I can’t just show up alone!”
Aaliyah had originally planned to attend the grand affair on her own, but as her family’s attitude towards her independence became more and more condescending, she didn’t want to brace that environment alone.
You didn’t dare tear your eyes away from the papers, Liyah looked offended as she watched her friend ignore her. “Y/N! Don't ignore me nigga.” She snatched the papers in your hand away from you and you leaned back in your seat, widening your eyes in an annoyed manner, before letting out a sigh. “Is this what you came in here for? You could have just called, ya know?”
“Well, calling you would make it far too easy for you to say no, wouldn’t it?” Her eyes twinkled.
“Please?” Her mouth formed a pout as she clutched onto the papers filled with numbers and brief descriptions. “Are you always this spoiled?” You queried as you reached to grab the papers. Aaliyah narrowed her eyes at you. “No not normally, but I know I can be like this to you and I'll end up easily getting my way. I always do.” You raised your brows at her words as she playfully scowls at you.
“What’s in it for me?” You asked, grabbing a cigar from your case.
“The pleasure of my company, of course.” She joked as her eyes moved to follow Your movements. You couldn’t refrain from expressing your amusement through the smirk that tugged at your lips. You lit the cigar and took a puff before responding. Suspenseful bastard. Aaliyah watched you carefully, waiting for an answer.
“All right, all right. I’ll go with ya.”
“Really?!” Aaliyah’s eyes widened in surprise as she clenched her hands in excitement, waiting for confirmation. You nodded in response, causing her to squeal and You to flinch at the high-pitched noise. “Oh, Y/N!” She moved to hug you. "You're such a lifesaver."
“Watch the smoke, eh?” She only hugged you tighter making you huff out a breath of laughter as you patted her back, gently.
“All right, get out of my office.”
“You don't have to be so damn rude all the time.” She pushed herself away and gave Your shoulder a gentle shove. “‘Aye!” you warned, pointing a finger at her. “I’m your date, you have to at least act like you like me. I know that’ll be a difficult task for you.” She teased, making you roll your eyes and change the subject. “She still marryin’ that Asian boy?” You asked, referring to the fiance to be. “Is he ever,” Aaliyah sighed.
