It's Just a Mirror Darling

Chapter • 7

Currently I was rushing around trying to find something to wear yet again for my date with Brad. He told me not to wear something too fancy but warm and casual.

I threw on a white v neck t shirt and threw a flannel over it. Then I shimmied into a pair of dark blue skinny jeans with a few tears in them.
My shoes were my white converse.

I ran to the bathroom only stopping for my makeup bag. As soon as I got in there I turned on my straightener and did my makeup while it heated up.

About 30 minutes later I was done and I looked at the clock on my phone and saw a message from Brad.

Brad- Hey babe! I'll be there in 10! <3

As soon as I read this message I did a silent happy dance and then went to reply.

Hayley- Kk cutie! I'll be ready!;)

Ugh how much excitement that went through my body was crazy. I've never felt better. I felt empowered and beautiful.

About 7 minutes later Brad pulls up and I put in my gold necklace that has a little 'H' for Hayley. My mother got this for me and when I wore it I felt like she was closer to me.

I hopped out of the window and walked to his car. As soon as I got settled in the car he put his hand on my knee and said "Wow, you look stunning!"

"Thank you!" I said trying to hide my blush.

"Anything for my girl!" Brad said smoothly.

I giggled at his response and intertwined our fingers together.
I can't believe I'm actually going on a SECOND date with Brad.

Around 20 minutes later we made it to a cliff and he parked his car. He reached around me and grabbed something from the back seat. It was a blanket.

"Are you ready for a snuggle fest?"
He said with a smirk on his face.

"You're so adorable!" I said as I went to open my door.

"Wait, no!" He shrieked as he got out and ran around the car. "I wanted to open your door for you." He said.

"Thank you!" I said chuckling at how cute he was.

Man was I lucky. I'm so glad that my fat self ordered a smoothie at McDonald's that day. So far that was the best day in my entire life.

"Hey, Hayley?" Brad said shyly as we laid on the ground watching the sun go down. I had my head on his chest as his arms wrapped and held the blanket around us.

"Hmm?" Was all I could make out because of how tired I suddenly got.

"Umm... well I was meaning to tell you that the day I met you... Umm at McDonald's.. Uh-nevermind." He stammered out.

"Brad, it's okay you can tell me anything."I said as a lump in my throat started to form.

"I know, I know I'm just nervous of what your reaction will be." He said not making eye contact. He started to twiddle his thumbs.

"Look Brad, if you don't like me you don't have to talk to me anymore. I'm just a nobody anyways. I'm not hot or skinny like the other girls. I know that. But, before things get dragged on let me down now so it will be easier." I said sitting up and scooting away slightly.

"No no no I really like you too. It's just... nevermind." He spoke lightly.

We sat in pure silence for a few minutes. I was ind deep thought.

Was it me?

Did I mess something up again?

How pathetic.

I can't do one thing right.

"Maybe you should take me home." I said as I slowly stood up. I could he was sad that I wanted to leave but I just felt like going home and laying in bed to sulk.

"Ok." Was all he said as he got up to fold the blanket.

It felt like it took hours to get back home but that's probably because of the agonizing silence that fell upon us. I could tell he wanted to say something to me. He kept turning to look at me as he drove.

"Hayley, I'm sorry if I upset you. I don't meant to I just think I should wait to tell you. It's for the best." He said.

I just smiled and hurried out of the car. I trudged slowly up to my window and climbed in without looking back.
I was afraid that if I did I would end up in tears.

It doesn't really matter because I started crying my eyes out anyways.

I just didn't understand why he didn't want to tell me what he was going to say. Was I just overreacting over something little or harmless? Oh well, I'll find out sooner or later.