Risks

Chapter 2

Chapter 2:

BEEP. BEEP.
I groaned as I made an effort to turn off my alarm clock.
I turned my head to look at the time.
8:00 am.
Ugh. Why am I up this early, I thought.
Then I remembered that I was hanging out with Toby at Applebee's and had to be there by 1.
I smiled a little and got out of bed now full of energy and ready to go.
First I tried to figure out what to wear.
Casual or dressy?
Shorts or a skirt?
I began to panic because I had no idea what to wear.
I called Ana knowing she would always pick up if it was me.
"Hello?" Ana said in a groggy voice.
"Hey, um sorry to wake you but I don't know what to wear for going to Applebee's with Toby!" I told her, breathing heavily.
"Calm down and I'll be there in 5 minutes." Ana replied, not seeming the slightest bit upset.
That's why she was my best friend.
When she came I showed her what I had to wear and she figured something out that was just perfect within minutes.
She chose a loose fitting and semi-dressy white tank top paired with dark wash skinny jeans and red flats.
"It's perfect!" I gushed, so grateful to have a friend who has a great sense of style.
"Well I'm gonna go back home and go to bed, talk to you later." Ana told me, smiling but looking exhausted.
I sighed because I felt as if a huge weight was lifted off my shoulders.
Then my eyes widened. Was I really going to hang out with a guy who actually likes me and my personality and wasn't just set up with me? That had happened once before and I ended up getting my heart crushed into tiny little pieces. I cried for a week. But this is happening. I am doing this. And I can do this. I thought being more confident, standing a little taller.
I jumped into the shower and then I put on my outfit and looked at myself in the mirror. Does this even look good on me? I thought, a bit worried. It'll have to do. I walked into the kitchen and had a bowl of cereal. I then did my makeup. First I put on some red eyeshadow with thick mascara and red lipstick. Then I thought about it more and decided on some brown eyeshadow, minimal mascara and eyeliner, and a tiny bit of red lipstick. When I was content with how I looked, I checked the time. 11:30 am. Since it took half an hour to get to Applebee's I waited an hour and then left. I got in my car and double checked to make sure I looked decent. When I reached Applebee's I went inside.

"How many?" The cheery woman asked me when I walked into the building.
"I'm waiting for someone, but two" I answered.
"Here you are."she said as she lead me to a table for two.
"Thanks." I said with a little smile.
What if he doesn't come? I thought panicking.

My fear dissolved when I saw Toby walking to my table. He was smiling for ear to ear. I smiled back and waved. He made my social anxiety subside and made me so happy. No one was able to do that until I met Toby.
"Hi." Toby said.
"Hey."
"So how-" I cut off Toby and asked him, "Why me?" I immediately regretted saying it, but the words rolled out of my mouth.
"What do you mean?" Toby asks me with a concerned look on his face.
"There are so many girls out there, so why choose me?" I answer with a frown.
"Because you're different and I like that."
I blushed and looked down at the floor.

"And I knew about you back in highschool. I knew your name and I knew just how beautiful you were."

"Really? But you didn't even know my name at the reunion." I told him hesitantly, confused.

"Yeah. I knew who you were, I just didn't want to seem creepy since we had never talked before. After all these years I have been wanting to talk to you. I thought that the reunion would be a perfect way to get to know you."

I looked down at the floor again, struggling to keep eye contact with Toby. I was in complete awe of what was happening.

Toby put his hand on my chin and pulled up my head until I was looking directly at him.

"Lexi, I like you and I've liked you for a long time."

In that moment, I melted. This guy is amazing, I thought. He's kind, funny, and handsome. Maybe he's right for me.
As I sat there looking into his eyes, he leaned closer towards my face. Then he kissed me.

(I'm so sorry for the extremely long overdue update to this fanfic! :( I had no inspiration to write for a long time, but I'm hoping I can come back and add onto this story for your entertainment. Love you all <3)