A month had passed since me and Harold started communicating. 2 weeks after we started texting, he called me. After that, he'd call every night. We became good friends. We'd share secrets to each other and he was there for me during bad days. I was comfortable with him.
One night..
"Juls, I have to ask you something."
"What is it, Har?" I became a little nervous. I don't know why..
"Can we, um.. you know"
"What? You're making me nervous, goober."
"Can we hang out?"
"Sure."
"Great! I'll pick you up tomorrow at 9am!"
"Wait, that early?!"
"Yes, sleepyhead. Go to sleep now, it's 9pm already. :p"
Our first hang out was successful. Harold was very kind and sweet. He really knows how to give a girl a great time. Then it hit me.. classes start on Monday!
Oh, how I hate studying. But what can I do? I want to be successful. Ever since classes started, Harold would pick me up at the end of the day and he'd drive me home. He was sweet like that.
Today's Friday night! Yey! No classes tomorrow. But I still have to study for a long quiz on Monday. "Sweetheart, can we talk?" mom asked. What is it now? I hope I'm not in trouble. "Uh, sure mom." She went into my room and sat beside me. "You know Juls, I think this Harold Kobayashi guy likes you."
"What? No! We're just friends, mom."
"Don't be too naive, Julia. He does. Can't you see it? All the effort he makes, just for you? If you can't see it, well I can."
"What are you saying, mom? And why are you telling me this?" I can't believe my ears. Harold and I are just friends.
"Open your eyes, Juls. He may not be vocal about his feelings for you, but he's showy. He makes a good boyfriend, you know. Plus, look at him! He's a very handsome young man, not to mention his brilliant mind and charm!"
"Whatever, mom. He and I, we're just friends. "
"Suit yourself, Juls. I'm just saying. Don't break that boy's heart. I see how he looks at you. Good night, sweetie." mom kissed me in the cheek and went out.
I couldn't sleep. Argh! This is because of what mom said.
But what if.. what if Harold really does like me? This is strange, but I somehow have odd feelings for him. I shook my head. I should probably go to sleep.
