Secret Love

Popular girl, a party, and a lot of jealousy

Miranda's pov

After church, I meet the crew at the lake. Thomas is tossing stones in the water. Alex and Jacob are having a race. Jason walks over to me when I step out in my jeans and T-shirt. "I didn't see you at church today." "I was there." I roll my eyes, knowing he's BS'ing me. "Ugh. I don't want to go to school tomorrow." I mutter, stabbing the wet sand with a stick. I look up at him. He's still staring at the sand. Gosh he's so handsome. If only.... No. I can't.

*the next day*

We get to school and I fish around in my locker for my geometry textbook. Suddenly someone is slammed into the lockers beside me. I squeal and jump back, dropping the book. Two boys I don't know are in a fight. I'm about to step in to stop it when Jason puts his hands on my shoulders. "That ain't your fight." He says. "So!" I snap. "Come on sugar, let's get to class." He says, using my nickname only he can call me. I glance back at the fight. "But my book." I say, pointing. He shrugs and we walk to class, leaving the fight.

*later*

Jason's pov

I get to lunch where Ali the head cheer leader stands near our table. I'm a little confused. Since when did she want anything to do with anyone from my group. "Hey just the cowboy I wanted to see." "Ok?" "I was wondering. You and your friends want to come to a party we're throwing tomorrow?" Well it beats sitting at home waiting for my dad. "Sure, what time?" "7. It's at Joey's place." I nod. "I'll be there." "Cool. Can't wait." She whispers, in a soft sexy voice. I stare at her oddly. Does Ali like me? She walks away as my people start showing up. I sit down and so do the rest of them and I tell them about the party. They all agree.

Miranda's pov

Ali walks back over to our table, standing right behind Jason, putting a hand on his back. His eyes go wide, his cheeks blazing red. "Hey Jason, why don't you sit with us?" "Uh.... No offense but I'm good." He said, nervously. "Ok see ya tomorrow." She whispers, kissing his cheek. We're all shocked. "Dude, since when did Ali Davidson like you?" Thomas gapes. "I.... I don't know." He stutters. The whole time, I twist my napkin in my hand in jealousy under the table. "Well that was weird." Alex says. Jason nods and goes back to eating.

Jason's pov

There's a bunch of different thoughts flying in my head now. I guess Ali likes me. I didn't expect that. After lunch, me and Miranda ditch the last two classes. "So Ali huh?" She asks. I shrug. "I guess so. I never woulda guessed." I reply. We go back to her house and she wants me to play guitar again so I do and I sing Alan Jackson's remember when.

*the next day* at the party

I walk into the party with my friends by my side. Instantly Ali grabs my hand, pulling me away. I give them an apologetic smile as she drags me to the bar. "Pick your poison." Ugh I hate it when people say that. "I'm good." I reply. Ali holds my hand. Why does she suddenly start liking me?! This is weird. Joey walks over, he looks pissed. "So you're her new girlfriend?" He snaps, furious. Now I get it. Making her ex boyfriend jealous. I sigh and am about to reply when Ali does. "Yes he is. And there's nothing you can do about it!" She says tauntingly. He looks like he's about to blow a gasket. "Come on Jay, let's go make out." My face gets hot. "Uh..... Ok." I manage to say. She pulls me away from him.

Miranda's pov

Ugh I'm bored. I look over and see Ali sitting on Jason's lap, one leg on either side of him and they're making out. It's disgusting. Whatever. Obviously Jason doesn't like me back with how he's locking lips with that whore. I go to the bar and get a shot of whiskey. Moments later, Joey sits beside me, looking furious. I know he was dating Ali before. "You okay?" I ask. "No your dumbass friend is kissing all over my girl!" "I can definitely agree that is very odd." I reply. He looks at me then grabs my hand. "I wanna make her jealous. Can you help me with that?" I stare at him fearfully. "I.... I don't know." I choke out. "Just make out with me." He says. I glance back at them worriedly. "I don't know." I repeat. "Oh come on, please!" I do want that bitch off my best friend. "Ok." He smirks and grabs my arm, pulling me in the direction they are. I nervously think about Jason. How will he feel? He doesn't like me so I know he won't be annoyed but does he care about Ali?

Jason's pov

Suddenly Ali stands up. "Why I never!" She snaps, furious. "What's wrong?" "Your pathetic bitch friend is making out with Joey!" I stand up. "What the fuck did you just call her!?" I scream angrily. Then what she said sinks in. Miranda's making out with Joey?! Why?! What the hell?! I look up seeing them. I can tell she doesn't like it. She's trying her best to get away but he pulls her back. "That bitch!" Ali snarls. "Don't you dare call her that again!" I gripe. She just rolls her eyes and walks over to them. She start cussing her out only pissing me off more. Joey grabs Ali's arm. I can't hear what they're saying. I sit at the bar, a mix of emotions consuming me. Anger, betrayal, sadness. "A shot of whiskey." I mutter. The guy at the bar pours it. I glance behind me where Joey and Ali are making out now and Miranda is still standing against the wall, looking shocked. I want to go comfort her but I'm furious. Why was she kissing that guy?! How could she like him?! Instead Thomas walks over. I turn back to the bar, annoyed. I think I'd rather deal with my dad then this shit. I find Alex and tell him that I'm leaving and for him to tell the others.

*the next day*

For some reason it's really awkward the next day at school. She stares at her shoes the whole time. I wish I would just tell her how I feel! Then she could be mine. But I don't wanna take the chance. She might not like me back and I don't want her to stop being my friend. I watch her from afar. Her long brown hair encircling her adorable freckled face. Her soft gold eyes like the sun. The beautiful lips I wish I could kiss. Someone taps my shoulder, pulling me from my thoughts. It's Jacob. "Dude what happened last night?" "Some really fucked up shit." I mutter, walking over to her. "You okay?" I ask. "Yeah. Sorry about Ali." I shrug it off. "Didn't really even know what was going on with her. Sorry about Joey." She shakes her head. "I never even wanted to. He wanted to make Ali jealous." Did he mention wanting to make me jealous. If so it worked. I was so jealous seeing her kiss him. I know she wasn't jealous of Ali so why did she do it?! But I don't have the guts to ask.