Unspoken Truths

Crossing the line

Genesis's Perspective

"Okay, so you're saying you really like her?" Layton leaned in, her eyes sparkling with curiosity. We were huddled together in the corner booth of our favourite café, the smell of fresh pastries wafting around us like a warm embrace.

I shrugged, swirling the remnants of my hot chocolate. "I don't know. I mean, Naiari is amazing, but... I've never liked a girl before. At least, not like this." My voice dropped as I glanced around to make sure no one was eavesdropping.

Desiree raised an eyebrow, leaning closer. "So, what's the problem? You just said you like her!"

"It's just..." I hesitated. "What if I'm just being dramatic? What if it's just a phase or something?"

Braydon, who had been quiet, shifted in his seat. I could feel his eyes on me, a mixture of confusion and something else jealousy maybe? It was hard to read him sometimes.

"Look, Genesis," he finally spoke up, "if you like her, just go for it. You're wasting time overthinking."

"But what if I mess things up?" I replied, frustration creeping into my voice. "What if she doesn't feel the same? Or worse, what if it ruins our friendship?"

Layton reached across the table, placing her hand on mine. "You'll never know until you try. Life's too short to hold back on something that feels so right."

Desiree chimed in, "Exactly! And if it's meant to be, it'll work out. You just have to be honest with yourself."

Braydon cleared his throat, the tension palpable. "Or maybe... just maybe, you could keep it casual for a bit? Hang out and see where things go?"

I caught a glimpse of Braydon's expression; he was trying to be supportive, but there was an edge to his tone. Was he upset? The thought twisted in my gut. I could feel the weight of his feelings; he had liked me for a while now, and it hurt to think that I might be accidentally pushing him away.

As the conversation drifted back and forth, I realized my heart was racing not just from excitement about Naiari but also from the underlying tension with Braydon. Would he be okay if I pursued something with her?

"Well.. we planned to go to the movies to see that new Moana movie." I grabbed my phone to see I was going to be late . FUCK I wiggled out the seat and left money for the waiter and i waved my friends bye. "I love you guys, we will talk about this later." I rushed out of the cafe speed walking to the train station. I fiddled with my phone until i was able to send Naiari a text.

Genesis- Hey love I'm going to be late but I will be there in like 12 minutes Im not too far.

Naiari's Perspective

I stepped into the movie theatre, the scent of popcorn and sugary treats immediately engulfing me. I had never been this excited to see a movie before, and it wasn't just about the movie. It was about spending time with Genesis. My heart fluttered as I thought about our plans, the anticipation tinged with nervous energy. I looked at my phone and saw her text and i giggled.

Naiari- its okay love just get here safe.

I bought our tickets and sat on the bench waiting for her as what felt like hours was only 12 minutes on the dot. But that's when I saw her.. Her beautiful brown skin and soft frizzy curls.

"Hey!" I turned to see her, looking effortlessly cool in her baggy jeans with her pink jersey. She had layers of gold jewlery on and she just looked like she came straight out of a 90s movie. Her hair falling perfectly around her face. She waved, a bright smile lighting up her features.

"Hey! I can't believe we're actually doing this," I said, trying to keep my voice steady.

"I know, right?" Genesis replied, her enthusiasm infectious. "I've been looking forward to it all week."

As we made our way to the concession stand, I tried to push away the nagging doubt that crept into my mind. Would this be just a fun outing, or was it something more? My heart raced again when I thought about how comfortable she made me feel, how effortlessly our conversation flowed.

"So, what movie are we watching?" I asked, trying to focus on the moment.

She grabbed a box of candy and turned back to me, her eyes sparkling. " Moana 2 . But honestly, I'm just happy to be hanging out with you."

A blush crept up my cheeks. "Me too. I mean, I could watch paint dry if it meant spending time with you."

As we settled into our seats, the theatre dimmed, and I felt a thrill of excitement wash over me. Genesis sat close, our shoulders brushing, and I could hardly concentrate on the screen. Instead, I found myself stealing glances at her, drinking in every little detail he way her eyes lit up during the action scenes, how she bit her lip in suspense, and the soft laughter that escaped her whenever something funny happened.

In that moment, I felt a mixture of clarity and confusion. Did I really like her? Was this just a fun hangout, or was it the start of something deeper? My friends had teased me about Genesis, pushing me to pursue her, and part of me wanted to take that leap. But what if I misread the signs?

As the movie reached a particularly loving scene, I felt her hand brush against mine. My heart raced, and I turned to her, our eyes locking for a brief moment. There was a spark there, something electric that sent my mind into overdrive. What did this mean?

**Genesis's Perspective**

I could feel the warmth radiating from Naiari as we watched the movie. Every laugh, every glance we shared felt charged with something unspoken. The theatre was dark, but I could still see the flicker of light dancing in her eyes, and it made my heart skip.

Was this just friendship? Or was I falling for her? The tension was noticeable , like a string stretched taut, ready to snap. I thought back to my conversation with Braydon and my friends earlier that day. Could I risk it all for the chance at something more with Naiari?

As the credits began to roll, I turned to her, feeling bold. "What did you think?"

"It was great! But honestly, I'm not sure I paid much attention to the movie," she admitted, biting her lip, and my breath hitched at the sight.

I laughed lightly, the sound bubbling up without thought. "Same here. I kept thinking about how much fun I was having with you."

Naiari's gaze met mine, and there was a moment a heartbeat where everything fell away, and it was just us. "So... what now?" she asked, a slight tremor in her voice that sent shivers down my spine.

"What do you mean?" I asked, though my heart raced at the implications of her question.

"I mean... do we just go back to being friends after this?" Her voice was tentative, almost vulnerable.

I swallowed hard, realizing this was my chance to say what I felt. "I don't want to just go back to how things were. I want to explore this, whatever 'this' is."

Naiari smiled, a soft, beautiful thing that made my heart swell. "Me too," she whispered, and in that moment, I felt a weight lift off my shoulders.

Maybe I didn't have all the answers, and maybe it would be messy. But the thrill of what was unfolding between us was worth every uncertainty. I took a deep breath, ready to embrace whatever came next.