So-Called Destiny

Chapter 12: Lesson Learned

I left Joe for a while to go to the bathroom.  I need to freshen up myself and I’ll talk to him after this. I was walking steadily when I saw Nathalie… she looked so sad.

“Nathalie, what happened?” I ran towards her and gave her a comfort half hug.

“Nothing, I’m alright. Don’t worry about me.” She said wiping away some tears from her eyes and made a smile.

“I know it’s not. Look at me; I know you’re not okay. I can see it in your eyes; your fake smile failed to convince me.” I said holding her hands.

“Uhh. It’s because Andrew told me that he has feelings for me ever since.” She said looking straight into my eyes.

“Oh come on! I know you have the same feelings to him. Why did you just let it go? It’s the right time to tell him about it!” I said while taking away some strands of hair in her face.

“Izzy, I’m shocked about it. I felt weird. I’m not yet ready to tell him about my feelings. You know, if I’ll tell him, things will go awkward maybe he’ll ask me out and for now, I’m not ready for it.” She said and stood up.

“I understand you, but don’t overthink. Maybe that’s not what he’s going to do. But if you’re not yet ready, it’s okay. We’re still here for you.” I said hugging her.

“Thank you so much. Time can only tell.” She said smiling and we came back to the party.

I left her with Elizabeth because I’ll now go to Joe and tell everything to stop the crap that he’s doing.

“Joe, I’ve got something to tell. No joke, okay.” I said folding my arms.

“Yeah sure, go ahead.” He said nodding me.

“I know that you like me and you’ve asking me out a lot of times but to be honest, I don’t like you and will never do. Sorry about that but you have zero chance in winning my heart. There are still a lot of girls for you.” I said not looking in his eyes.

“It’s pretty obvious that you’re annoyed at me. But I’m doing my best. You’re the only girl that made me a man not that I’m homo or something. Yes, I’m a jerk and I’ve played a lot of girls’ hearts. But because of you, I’ve realized that I should work hard to get one’s heart.” He said and I can see in his eyes that he’s serious.

“But-“ before I can respond, he interrupted me.

“Izzy Harwood, you’re special and you’ll always be. I may not be the guy whom you dreams of but I’ll do everything to be worth it. But if your mind is already set, I won’t force you to love me. Just always remember, this jerk that everyone knows will do everything for you.” He said and I’m shocked that I can see a tear that fell from his eyes. I can’t believe that this player knows how to cry.

“Joe, I’m sorry but we can still be friends.” I said to him and approached a hug.

He hugged me so tight and said; “I love you and thank you for the lesson you’ve taught me.”

I smiled at him and felt a relaxation in my heart. Finally, I speak out.

“Ohh. What’s up with you both?” Juliette interrupted us… she’s with Blake.

“We’re just talking.” Joe said and looked at me, I smiled.

“What about you both? Having a great time?” I said to Juliette and Blake, they’re in distance.

“How can I have a great time if this idiot is with me all the time!!!” Juliette rolled her eyes, looking so annoyed.

“Woah. But you’re my date so you don’t have any choice but be with me always.” He said and walked so close to Juliette. Their faces are really close, only an inch away.

They don’t realize that we’re now out of their sight. Joe and I thought that they should have some private place.

Juliette’s POV:

I really regret being his date! He’s annoying. How come he has guts to come so close to me! This is gross.

I pushed him away and said; “You’re disgusting!”

“And this disgusting guy loves you.” Blake said and made my heart beat stopped, I’m shocked.

I was about to tell something when Michelle pulled me away from Blake.

“Juliette!!! Can you cover me up??? My outfit is filled with mess! I have to change my clothes.” I saw her outfit… yes, it’s full of drinks and some crap but she annoyed me a bit, I was about to ask Blake something then she finally popped from nowhere.

We’re in the bathroom and while waiting for her, I thought about what Blake said to me. He’s just probably drunk. We’re enemies and it’s really impossible for him to like me. Yes, he’s just really out of his mind. I shouldn’t have thought about this anymore. HE DOESN’T LOVE ME, AND I SHOULDN’T LOVE HIM TO.