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--- That night, Belle went to sleep with a smile on her face after JJ had kissed her. The warmth of the moment lingered in her thoughts, making her heart flutter in a way she hadn't experienced before.
**The Next Day**
The sun rose with a golden glow, and Belle met up with Sarah to catch up. They wandered through a few stores, chatting and laughing, the weight of the previous night's events still fresh in Belle's mind. Eventually, they decided to head to Sarah's place, eager to continue their conversation in a more comfortable setting.
As they settled in, Sarah took note of the radiant smile on Belle's face, her curiosity piqued. "You seem happier today. Anything to do with a certain tall, dark, and handsome boy?"
Belle felt her cheeks heat up. "Yeah, actually, something did happen yesterday."
Sarah's eyes widened with excitement. "Ooh, spill! What happened?"
Belle recounted the story of how JJ had walked her to her door and surprised her with an unexpected kiss. With each detail she shared, Sarah's grin grew wider, her enthusiasm infectious.
"So, are you two dating now?" Sarah asked, her voice brimming with anticipation.
Belle shrugged, a mix of uncertainty and excitement in her voice. "I don't know. It was just one kiss, and we haven't really talked since then. But it felt... amazing."
Sarah squealed with delight, her excitement palpable. "Just one kiss and you're already swooning. Oh man, you've got it bad!"
Belle shot her a look, though she couldn't suppress a smile. "I'm not 'swooning.' It was just a kiss, Sarah."
"Uh-huh, sure. One kiss and now you can't stop thinking about him. I know the signs," Sarah teased, waggling her eyebrows playfully.
Belle rolled her eyes, but the truth in Sarah's words was undeniable. "Okay, fine, I might be a little smitten. Happy now?"
"Smitten, huh?" Sarah teased, leaning back with a satisfied grin. "Looks like JJ's got a serious effect on you. You're practically glowing."
"Please, don't exaggerate," Belle replied, laughing as she playfully swatted at Sarah.
"I'm just saying what I see. You look like a love-struck little puppy," Sarah said, her tone affectionate.
Belle groaned, covering her face with her hands. "Oh god, this is embarrassing."
"Hey, no need to be embarrassed," Sarah assured her, a smile still plastered on her face. "It's actually really cute. You like him, and he likes you. It's like a cheesy rom-com waiting to happen."
