Doing what I want

Prologue

*2018*

The vibrant lights of Los Angeles painted streaks across the night sky as Y/n L/n found himself at a celebratory party.

It was a special occasion, his older brother James's birthday, and the atmosphere buzzed with laughter and music. Y/n took in the scene, the energy of the city pulsating around him.

As the festivities continued, James nudged Y/n, a mischievous glint in his eye. "Hey, little bro, I'm gonna make a quick stop. Want to come along?"

Y/n nodded, intrigued by the invitation. "Sure, where are we headed?"

James grinned. "There's a dispensary nearby. Thought we could grab some stuff."

With a shrug, Y/n followed his brother to a rental car parked nearby. They hopped in, and James drove them to the bustling dispensary.

The air was filled with excitement as people came and went, each carrying their own weed for the evening.

"Hey, Y/n," James said as they pulled into a parking spot. "I need to grab something real quick. Why don't you head to that gas station over there and pick up some snacks?"

Y/n nodded and stepped out of the car, making his way to the gas station. The bright fluorescent lights illuminated the interior, and he strolled through the aisles, his gaze scanning the array of snacks.

As he pondered his choices, a figure caught his eye—a beautiful young woman who radiated an aura of confidence. She was perusing the snacks aisle as well, and Y/n felt a sudden surge of curiosity.

Summoning his courage, he approached her with a friendly smile. "Hi, my name's Y/n. What's yours?"

The woman looked up, her expression intrigued. "My name is Jenna. Why, what's up?"

Y/n's heart raced, but he pushed past his nerves. "I was wondering if you wanted to do something?"

A playful glint danced in Jenna's eyes. "Do what?" (You)

A conversation ensued, and Y/n's confidence grew as they exchanged stories and shared laughs. He was drawn to Jenna's charisma and the easy connection they seemed to share.

As they continued to talk, he mustered the courage to ask for her phone number.

They exchanged contact information, and plans were made to meet up the next day. Excitement and anticipation filled Y/n as he left the gas station, his snacks in hand.

He returned to the car, his mind abuzz with thoughts of the intriguing encounter and the possibilities that lay ahead.

As Y/n and James drove back to the party, the city's lights seemed to shine a little brighter. Y/n couldn't help but feel that this fateful meeting was the start of a new chapter—one that would intertwine his destiny with Jenna's in ways he could never have imagined.

The next day

The city lights of Los Angeles shimmered like stars as Y/n L/n prepared for his first date with Jenna.

Their meeting at the gas station during James's birthday celebration had left a lasting impression on him, and he found himself eagerly anticipating their time together.

Y/n stood outside the entrance of a charming Italian restaurant, his heart pounding with a mix of excitement and nervousness.

He adjusted his jacket and checked his phone for the time. Jenna was set to arrive any moment, and he couldn't help but feel a surge of anticipation.

A familiar voice broke through his thoughts, and Y/n turned to see Jenna approaching, her smile lighting up the evening.

"Hey, Y/n," she greeted, her eyes meeting his with a playful glint.

"Hey, Jenna," Y/n replied, his smile matching hers. "I'm really glad you could make it."

Jenna's laughter was music to his ears. "After our spontaneous encounter at the gas station, how could I resist?"

As they stepped into the restaurant, the cozy ambiance wrapped around them, creating an intimate setting for their date.

They were seated at a candlelit table by the window, the soft glow of the surroundings adding to the magic of the evening.

As they perused the menu and shared stories, Y/n felt a growing sense of connection with Jenna. He learned about her love for acting, her dreams, and the challenges she had faced along the way. Jenna, in turn, was captivated by Y/n's dedication to basketball and the stories of his achievements on the court.

"I have to admit," Jenna said with a playful grin, "I never thought I'd end up on a date with an Olympic gold medalist and a basketball prodigy."

Y/n chuckled, a hint of self-deprecation in his tone. "Well, I'm just a guy who happened to meet an amazing woman at a gas station."

Their conversation flowed effortlessly, laughter and shared interests creating a comfortable rhythm between them. Y/n couldn't help but feel a sense of ease around Jenna, as if they had known each other for much longer than just a few days.

As the evening drew to a close, Y/n found himself reluctant to part ways. "Jenna, I had a really great time tonight."

"Me too, Y/n," Jenna replied, her smile genuine. "I'm glad we decided to give this a shot."

With a mixture of hope and excitement, they exchanged goodbyes, the promise of another date lingering in the air. Y/n watched as Jenna walked away, a sense of anticipation building within him.

He couldn't shake the feeling that this was just the beginning of a journey that had been set into motion by a chance encounter at a gas station—a journey that would weave their lives together in ways they couldn't yet imagine.

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This chapter focuses on Y/n and Jenna's first date during the prologue, highlighting their connection and the sense of anticipation for what's to come.