My Lover Boy| JJ Maybank

Chapter 10

Evelyn stood beneath the pier, the cool morning air brushing against her skin as she waited for JJ. The sound of waves against the shore gave her comfort as the sky began to light up in soft hues of orange and pink. This was their spot, so it was perfect for them to talk about what had happened.

As the first rays of sunlight peeked through the beams of the pier, she felt a flutter of nerves. Last night's kiss had changed everything, and she wasn't sure what JJ was going to say. Just then, she spotted him approaching. Her heart raced at the sight of him, and a smile spread across her face.

"Hey!" he called, a little breathless as he reached her.

"Hey!" she replied, her voice barely above a whisper, trying to hide her excitement.

They stood together for a moment, neither one of them speaking.

Evelyn shifted slightly, the silence stretching between them, thick with unspoken words. JJ looked down at the sand, then back at her, his expression a mix of determination and vulnerability.

"Ev," he began, his voice soft, "there's something I need to tell you."

Her heart thudded in her chest, anticipation sparking in the air.

"I've had a crush on you since the first time we met here." He gestured toward the spot where it had all begun. "You stitched me up after— after my dad hurt me. I remember how gentle you were, how you just listened. You made me feel safe and like someone actually cared about me."

Evelyn's breath caught in her throat. She recalled that day vividly—his fear, the sadness in his eyes. Evelyn was surprised at how easily he admitted this.

"I wanted to help you," she said, her voice trembling slightly.

JJ took a step closer, the morning light casting a warm glow on his features. "You did more than help. You showed me kindness when I needed it most. I've liked you ever since, but after last night... it feels different. It feels real." He paused, searching her eyes. "Evelyn, I want you to be mine. I want you to be mine, and only mine, please."

Her heart raced, a rush of emotions surging through her: surprise, joy, and something else she couldn't quite put her finger on.

"You mean...?" she began, breathless.

"I mean exactly that," he said, his gaze unwavering. "I want to be with you, to make this something real. I want you to be mine, my lover, please."

Evelyn felt warmth spread through her, the uncertainty she had felt earlier was going away.

"JJ, I want that too," she said. "You really mean it?"

"Fuck. More than anything," he replied, his voice filled with sincerity. "Can I— can I kiss you again?"

Her cheeks flushed, and she nodded, her heart racing. "Yes, please."

As their lips met, a rush of warmth enveloped them, each kiss deepening the connection that had been building. When they pulled back, JJ couldn't help but grin, his eyes sparkling with a mix of excitement and nervousness.

"Okay, so this is a big deal," he said, biting his lip. "But... I really want to be your boyfriend, like, right now. Can we make that official?"

Evelyn laughed softly, her heart fluttering. "You make it sound like a contract."

"I'm serious! Please," he begged. Evelyn could see the want in his eyes, and it made her laugh.

"Gosh, I don't know," Evelyn said playfully.

"Do I need to beg? I will beg if I have to."

Evelyn eyed him. It would be funny to see him beg. Before she could reply, JJ got down on his knees, and clasped his hands together.